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We will seriously discuss non-serious topics such as church potluck dinners, how to clean and cook a squirrel, how to kill kudzu vines, etc., all in an attempt at sarcastic, clean humor.

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00:07:19

Brew-hahas, Tea Parties and Other Tea-riffic Shenanigans

5 Minute Expert ·

2023/04/29

We discuss the history and cultural significance of tea and the rise of herbal teas. Our sponsor this week is Kettle-Up, makers of scum free tea pots. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

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00:07:24

Is Time Really On Your Side?

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2023/04/23

We discuss the history of time management and productivity. The concept that people who don't manage their time well should be looked down on is a relatively new idea. Our sponsor this week is Time Blockers. Focus on what matters and be happier and healthier today! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

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00:06:54

How To Unlearn What You Think You Already Know

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2023/03/31

We discuss Unlearning - the process of forgetting, putting aside, or losing knowledge. Futurist Alvin Toffler said, "The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn and relearn." This week’s sponsor is The Unlearning Institute of America. Got a habit that others find annoying? Most people do. The UIA, formerly known as PAD or People with Associative Disorders, is here to help. --- Support this podcast:

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00:07:48

Nursery Rhymes Originated in Women's Prisons and Peep...

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2023/03/19

Mothers of small children around the world are mindlessly singing along to seemingly innocent nursery rhymes that, if you dig a little deeper, reveal shockingly sinister backstories. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

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00:07:48

Does Your Dog Have More Feelings than Your Cat?

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2023/03/05

Welcome to Season 7! This week we look at how dogs and cats communicate and how we interpret that communication. Our sponsor this week is Hola Kitty (Not to be confused with Hello Kitty). Hola Kitty helps you go heart-to-heart with your cat... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

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00:09:38

What's Your Type?

5 Minute Expert ·

2023/01/29

We talk about typography and how letters, serifs, fonts, etc., are intentionally chosen to reflect the message of what's printed. Our sponsor this week is Font of Knowledge, creator of invitations for awkward and inappropriate events. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

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00:07:55

Food Weaponized?

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2023/01/22

We talk about how everyone from parents to governments weaponize food. Consider the similarities in response to food shortages by the U.S. and Nazi Germany during WWII. Our sponsor this week is Empty Plates, a non-profit that helps your kid clean their plate when they sit down to eat. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

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00:07:43

People Who Are Still Hanging Around - 2022

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2022/12/30

Instead of recounting all the celebrities that have died in 2022, we look at our top ten list of people that many wonder why they're still hanging around... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

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00:08:46

Rudolph Got Ran Over By A Christmas Wreath

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2022/12/17

We make you an expert in these two Christmas traditions - holiday wreaths and the story of how Rudolph came to be. Our sponsor this week is Dead Fish and House Guests. We help you get life back to normal. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

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00:08:47

You've Gotta Hand It to Them

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2022/11/25

We talk about the basis for being left or right handed and even mention a few famous lefties... Our sponsor this week is The Society for Adroit Left Handed Persons of Native American Origin. We’re a left-handed Indian’s best friend… --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

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00:09:05

But Wait, There's More!

5 Minute Expert ·

2022/11/11

We look at the history on infomercials and how pitchmen got on TV. Our sponsor this week is The Infomercial Channel. Whether it's Get-Rich-Quick, Motivation or Self-Development or Televangelists, watch your favorites 24/7! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

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00:09:05

Stink Breath

5 Minute Expert ·

2022/10/30

We talk about the ancient problem of bad breath and all the attempts down through the ages to cure or cover it up. Our sponsor this week is Liquid Skunk, the hiker's friend. It repels more than mosquitos! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

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00:08:44

Do You Think That Cereal Box is A Little on the Light...

5 Minute Expert ·

2022/10/03

We talk about Shrinkflation and all of the products where companies are trying to sneak a reduction in product size by us while charging the same price. Our sponsor this week is Hoodwinked. Hoodwinked specializes in helping brands reduce their product size while maintaining or increasing their prices. You know you've been had when its Hoodwinked. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

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00:08:44

The Real Lives of Celebrity Impersonators

5 Minute Expert ·

2022/09/24

What's the difference between an impressionist, lookalike, tribute act and impersonator? You'll find out on today's episode. Our sponsor today is wannabes.com. We help you become the person you'd rather be... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

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00:07:22

Bad Barbies Come Back to Bite Us

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2022/08/30

We look at the world of Bad Barbies. How did this doll go so bad? Our sponsor this week is dollsgonewrong.com. Each child is unique and their dolls should be too. Check out ADHD Barbie... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

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00:08:28

Eat the Weeds - Foraging Free Food for Fun

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2022/08/24

We talk about the benefits of foraging for free fun. Our sponsor this week is Good Gut Greens. Why get out and forage for food when Good Gut Greens can do it for you? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

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00:08:20

Doctor, My Eyes...

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2022/08/14

We talk about the history of LASIK eye surgery including the pros and cons. Our sponsor this week is Eye Can. EYE CAN was developed by a Swiss eye doctor after hearing his patients whine and complain about eye pain due to the strain of watching videos on their cellphones. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

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00:08:13

Tattoo You

5 Minute Expert ·

2022/08/07

We talk about the history of tattoos and their arrival in mainstream culture. Our sponsor this week is Ooze, a topical gel made for all sorts of pustular abscesses, eczematous patches and 99.9% of other skin reactions and complications related to tattoos. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

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00:08:04

6.14 Who's Really the Boss?

5 Minute Expert ·

2022/07/18

We look at the origin of the word Boss, talk about qualities of a good and bad boss and review some fictional bosses from popular culture. Our sponsor this week is the online video game, I'm the Boss where you call all the shots and hold all the cards. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

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00:07:54

6.13 Who You Pointing At?

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2022/07/04

We investigate the use of pointing as a communication gesture and the taboos of pointing around the world. Learn why Disney World tells its employees to point using two fingers. Our sponsor this week is What's The Point? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

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