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Bring On The Questions

BringOn TheQuestions

How do you learn about the world? You ask questions. That"s exactly what Foennix and Will (her dad) are doing here. They"re going to ask some not so serious questions. Why do we say cats have nine lives? They will also ask some slightly more serious questions. How much does the earth weigh and how do we know? They"re gonna Bring On The Questions and hopefully bring on some good answers too.

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01:18:22

20 - What Is The Thunderbird

Bring On The Questions ·

2025/08/04

As usual there’s WAY more to this topic than we originally thought. In modern times the Thunderbird is more of a cryptid creature, but for thousands of years it existed in Native American stories as a protector and judge of mortal humans. This episode will also be a jumping off point for future episodes on Native American Mythologies. A production of the Wayward Things Network

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19 - Why Is The 4th Of July America's Independence Day?

Bring On The Questions ·

2025/07/30

Ah the 4th of July, the American Independence Day. We dig a little bit into the history of the American holiday. We could have surely gone deeper with that topic, but we just wanted to skim the surface for the time being. The United States Of America is not the only country that has an independence day, as far as we understand it is the first country to have one. We discovered 195 countries have independence days! We also go over the top 5 countries that have exported the most independence days. A

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00:58:47

18 - What Are Some Stories Of The Norse Gods And...

Bring On The Questions ·

2025/07/14

We learned just a little bit more about Norse Mythology. The sun and moon are being chased by wolves. #GodStuff Odin is in an eternal pursuit of knowledge and some of his deeds makes him a bit of a hypocrite. Go figure. We’re pretty Frigg and Freyja are different beings in the Norse realms and stories. They each have different kids. Thor is not a son to either woman! A production of the Wayward Things Network

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01:05:59

17 - What Are The Nine Realms Of Norse Mythology And...

Bring On The Questions ·

2025/07/08

In the first part we told you the story of how we came to be. In this part we’re talking about the nine realms that make up the Norse Mythology cosmos and their inhabitants. The humans of Midgard. The Aesir of Asgard. The Vanir of Vanaheim. The Jotnar of Jotunheim. The Muspells of Muspelheim. The Dark and Light Elves of Alfheim. The Dwarves of Nidavellir/Svartalfheim. Niflheim, but nobody lives there, because it’s too cold. The frost giants don’t even want to be there. And of course the queen of the

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00:46:26

16 - What Is The Norse Creation Story? Norse...

Bring On The Questions ·

2025/06/30

This is Part 1 in our deep dive into all things Norse Mythology. This series will take us from Creation to Ragnarok. First, we had to start somewhere and that somewhere is in the void known as Ginnungagap (gee-noonga-gap) where there was nothingness until ice and fire met. We talk about one my favorite bands, Brothers Of Metal, as well. A production of the Wayward Things Network

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01:03:44

15 - Who Was Rasputin?

Bring On The Questions ·

2025/06/23

From Siberian peasant to the Romanov's inner circle, Rasputin's scandalous life captivated, and ultimately doomed, Imperial Russia. Discover how this "mad monk" became the ultimate scapegoat for a collapsing dynasty.A production of the Wayward Things Network

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01:06:39

14 - What Is The Mandela Effect?

Bring On The Questions ·

2025/06/16

Join us as we dive deep into the fascinating world of the Mandela Effect! From misplaced monocles on the Monopoly Man to Darth Vader's infamous "misquote," we're exploring why millions of us share the exact same false memories. Is it parallel universes or just our brains doing what they do best? We'll uncover the surprising truth behind cognitive biases, how the internet amplifies these shared "glitches in the matrix," and why your memory might not be as reliable as

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00:56:16

13 - How Much Does The Earth Weigh?

Bring On The Questions ·

2025/06/02

Ever wondered how much the Earth "weighs"? Prepare to have your mind blown (and your scientific vocabulary expanded!). In this episode, we dive deep into the mind boggling mass of our planet, what a "ronnagram" even is, and how brilliant scientists like Henry Cavendish figured it all out without a giant scale. Plus, we tackle the burning question: are humans making the Earth heavier? The answer might surprise you! Tune in to discover the cosmic dance of mass gain and loss that

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00:56:52

12 - What Was The Tartarian Empire?

Bring On The Questions ·

2025/05/26

Have you ever felt like history is hiding something? This week, we dive deep into the captivating, yet controversial, world of the Tartarian Empire, a supposed global civilization with advanced technology, systematically erased from our past.Join us as we explore the claims: from "unlimited wireless energy" and lost technologies to massive, ornate architecture seemingly built by magic. We'll uncover the intriguing "mud flood" theory, examine the historical maps often

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01:09:25

11 - What Are Conspiracy Theories?

Bring On The Questions ·

2025/05/19

Secret plots? Powerful groups? Significant events? Get ready as we ask the fundamental question: What Are Conspiracy Theories? Discover the history, the human reasons for belief, and what separates a theory from a fact. Your essential guide before we explore the most famous conspiracies out there!A production of the Wayward Things Network

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01:04:43

10 - What Causes Freckles?

Bring On The Questions ·

2025/05/12

Got spots? From sun-kissed freckles to mysterious birthmarks, we're diving deep! Unpack the science behind melanin, genetics, and UV rays, explore different types, and even mix up some (not-so-real) "Freckle Juice" a la Judy Blume. Plus, hear a wild myth about what your birthmark might reveal about a past life!Question Brought.Question Answered.A Production of the Wayward Things Network

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01:08:03

09 - What Is The Jersey Devil?

Bring On The Questions ·

2025/05/07

What is the Jersey Devil: Myth, Monster, or Mass Hysteria?What happens when a mother curses her thirteenth child? You get the Jersey Devil, a legend as wild as the Pinelands themselves. Buckle up for a spooky ride through history, folklore, and maybe even a few genuine scares! For centuries, whispers of a winged beast have haunted the New Jersey Pinelands. Was the Jersey Devil born from a curse, a political smear, or just mass hysteria? Dive into the eerie legend, from colonial whispers to the

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00:39:35

08 - Why Is Dirt Brown?

Bring On The Questions ·

2025/04/28

Our first fan submitted question! Joey submitted this question to us on our Instagram. He wanted to know why dirt is brown. It's a mixture of mineral material (rocks) and organic material (plants and animals) that have been pulverized and blended together over eons and eons. Find all our links at linktree.com/botqsA production of the Wayward Things Network

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00:56:50

07 - What Do Bunnies And Eggs Have To Do With Easter?

Bring On The Questions ·

2025/04/20

Bunnies laying eggs in early spring? What? And what does all that have to do with Jesus and his resurrection? The Easter Bunny is a deeply German thing and the laying eggs part? Bunnies don't do that, but we find out why they're so connected.A production of the Wayward Things Network

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00:38:11

06 - How Did The Days Of The Week Get Their Names?

Bring On The Questions ·

2025/04/14

Do you ever wonder How Did The Days Of The Week Get Their Names? Yeah us too. Sunday and Monday are pretty much right there in their names. Sun's Day and Moon's Day. Tuesday through Friday get pretty interesting. Then Saturday or Saturn's Day just kind of is.A production of the Wayward Things Network

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00:37:15

05 - What Is An Albatwitch?

Bring On The Questions ·

2025/04/07

In this episode we're asking What Is An Albatwitch? They are generally found in Lancaster County Pennsylvania. We found an account as recent as one year before this recording!Did you know there is an Albatwitch festival too!?A production of the Wayward Things Network

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00:51:26

04 - What Is Cryptozoology?

Bring On The Questions ·

2025/03/31

This week we're asking What Is Cryptozoology? The short answer? It is the study of hidden animals. The long answer? Well we found multiple official definitions. Lots of creatures we know exist today were once considered just plain folklore or someone's hallucination. We get into some of those. This episode will be our jumping off point into the whole world of Cryptozoology. We'll do an episode here and there about different cryptid beasts from around the world.

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00:44:51

03 - What Weighs More Light Or Shadow?

Bring On The Questions ·

2025/03/24

In this episode we settled on an intro at least for now. We're asking What Weighs More Light Or Shadow. Foennix threw out a hypothesis right up front and BOOM she hit it! The properties of light photons are crazy! A production of the Wayward Things Network

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00:46:37

02 - What Are Leprechauns?

Bring On The Questions ·

2025/03/17

Happy St. Patrick's Day! This episode is all about Leprechauns! Foennix and Will (her dad) talk about so much Celtic and Irish Mythology with a focus on those lucky little emerald lads. We're pretty new at this. The audio may not be top notch, but we're giving this podcast thing a shot. We have had this idea to do a podcast together for a long time and we're finally making it happen. We have SO many ideas and topics we can't wait to get to!

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00:26:12

01 - Why Do We Say Cats Have Nine Lives?

Bring On The Questions ·

2025/03/17

Do cats really have nine lives? Umm no, but Foennix and Will (her dad) dig into the history of why people have thought that. We also touch on the science of how cats can do what they do. From ancient times to modern day cats big and small are amazing creatures revered for uncanny ability to escape the precarious situations. We're pretty new at this. The audio may not be top notch, but we're giving this podcast thing a shot. We have had this idea to do a podcast together for a long time and we're

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