20 Minutes You'll Never Get Back: Recent Episodes

Doug Prazak

A series of general interest topic podcasts lasting no more than 20 minutes long. Each podcast is a different topic that popped into my head. In theory they mix historical information, facts and hopefully some humor. I'll leave that up to you. And if there's time left over, you get it back.

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It all started back in June of 2020 during the Covid lockdown, expecting maybe 10 episodes. And here we are five years later, 170 episodes later and 3,400 minutes later. Topics from churros to poltergeists to green bean casserole. And a lot more. But the time has come to hang up the headphones and turn off the mic. Twenty Minutes You'll Never Get Back has come to an end. The last episode offers some info about the show, about Doug, thanks to the listeners and a final question... why does it take so long to toast bread. All in just twenty minutes. Actually 24. There were a lot of thanks.

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Grab a tissue for the first 90 seconds, then enjoy the rest. What do "How things got their names" and "Doug's Annual Christmas Gift Giving Guide" and "Dad Jokes" all have in common? Not much except that they're all in this episode. All that and some sad news, all in twenty minutes.

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Rum... or Rum depending on what you're drinking... has a long history that’s soaked in revolution, rebellion, slavery, and of course… sugar. But when did this spirit start and what's the deal with pirates and rum. And more importantly... why the 'H'? All the answers in just twenty minutes.

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The summer season traditionally means summer vacations. Those vacations traditionally mean camping trips or trips the theme parks or a trip to a beach resort. But how did beach resorts come to be so popular? Whose idea was it to make the beach a place to hang out? And where can you find a place to enjoy the beach without wearing a swim suit? All those questions and more answered in just twenty minutes.

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After a hiatus, it's time for another 20 minutes. And during that break, Doug saw and heard a few things, some of which gave him a headache. We all get headaches. But why? Find out the different types of headaches and what triggers them, all in just twenty minutes.

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You either love them or hate them. There is no in between. Just who likes these things? Fresh or stale? And who's responsible for these things ending up on store shelves? So many questions, so little time. Well, all will be answered in just twenty minutes. And for the record, I like them stale. There, I said it. I own it.

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I'll be upfront. I'm not a dog guy. No haters please. BUT, if I were a dog guy, I'd want to know what type of breed has what type of personality traits. What kind has a resting bite face, what kind is a yapper. What kind do I need to just sit on the porch with me and watch the world go bye. Well, I did some research and I have the answers, all in twenty minutes.

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Yes, a whole new batch of dad jokes guaranteed to make you laugh, groan or wish you weren't listening to this episode. It has it all... one liners, punch lines and of course wife jokes. None of which are about my wife. You hear me? None of them! All in just twenty-six minutes. Yea, long show.

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For years and years, every kid has sung nursery rhymes in school. But have you ever thought about what’s behind their meaning. And whatever you do, stay away from cockleshells. All the darkness behind the beloved nursery rhymes in just twenty minutes. You’ve been warned.

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If she can have one, so can I. And I pick the Sixties. What was invented then and is still around today? And what did we have then that we never should have? Oh, and my favorite frozen drink and it's not a Slurpee. All that and more in just a tad under twenty minutes. You're welcome.

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Everyone loves a pretzel ... hard or soft. But from where did they originate. You probably think Germany like I did but alas. Find out where they came from and when did they go from a soft pretzel to hard pretzel. And then back again. All in just twenty minutes.

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Red 3, Cursive and the Secret Menu. None of those have anything to do with each other except that they happen to be featured in this episode. They revolve around FDA bans, kids learning to write and where you can find something called the Flying Dutchman among other delicacies. All of that in just twenty minutes.

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Many folks make wishes for what they would like to see in the new year. Doug is no exception. He's compiled a list of things he wishes would come true in 2025, and he knows full well they won't. However, they may be something that you hadn't thought of that you now wish for in 2025. All in just twenty minutes.

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Ya say you just don't know what to give that someone special this year? Too hard to shop for? Well you can relax because I've gathered a collection of gifts that may just be your answer. And to top it all off, there's a special gift for you at the end... Dad Christmas jokes. And it's all in just twenty minutes.

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It's Christmas time and that means family gatherings, office parties or random encounters with strangers. Here's your chance to impress them all with your knowledge of everything Christmas. This episode is filled like a Christmas stocking with fun facts you can use, all in just twenty minutes.

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You may not know her name but if you've ever had a Thanksgiving Dinner, I'm pretty sure you're familiar with her work. It's a Thanksgiving side dish that tears families apart. One of the most favorite, and at the same time one of the most disliked... besides cranberry sauce. Plus the results of the "is cereal a soup" vote. All that in just twenty minutes.

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Fairy Floss goes all the way back to the 1890's, but since then the name has changed. You probably know it as Cotton Candy. But how did the fluffy spun sugar come to be and what does it have to do with a burrito. Also, the Great Cereal v Soup controversy continues a bit more. All in just twenty minutes.

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I have a lot of questions in my head. And for most of them, I don't know the answer. I end up in a heaping pile of cerebral mess trying to determine what is the right answer. Things like ketchup on eggs... right or wrong. Well I go through a few more and with the help of research, I have the answer... all in twenty minutes.

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Let's see... Brotherly Love, Lights, Eternal, Big Apple... but never, NEVER, and I mean never... Frisco. Find out how some cities got their nicknames. AND, the conclusion of the Case of the Missing Cat Food Bowl. All in just twenty minutes.

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True Crime Podcasts are major league popular right now. But Doug knows nothing about them. so with a little research he'll let you know how the True Crime genre came to be, and how the podcast medium changed the way people get their true crime fixes. And, he thinks he can put one together. All in just under 20 minutes this time.

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It's been three months or so since Dad Jokes IV and I figured why not now. After all, this is the 150th episode of Twenty Minutes You'll Never Get Back. So sit back, relax, fully expect to groan and shake your head as we go through another onslaught of terrible puns and jokes. Don't tell me you didn't laugh a time to two. All in just twenty minutes.

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That's Lucy and Ricky Ricardo's phone number. In Mayberry, Sheriff Andy would just pick up the phone and ask Sarah to connect him to someone. These days we all carry a phone book around with us. If someone's phone number isn't on our list, the internet can show it to us and all we have to do is tap it. Here's the sad story of the beloved phone book... all in just twenty minutes.

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I have a lot of useless bits of information in my head. Some people call it trivia. I say it's taking up space in my head that could be used for other things, like remembering my phone number. So my friends, I've backed the trivia dump truck and unloaded it for all of you... in just twenty minutes.

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The episode starts with a bucket of humility then moves onto the true inventor of Monopoly. Here's a hint. It's Lizzie. And lastly, a whole bunch of facts and trivia about the game of Monopoly that you didn't think you needed to know. All in just twenty minutes.

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There are some truly archaic laws still on the books in the states. Where it's illegal to tie your giraffe to a light post. How many cows do you have to have to wear cowboy boots. And in what town is it illegal to detonate a nuclear device on a city street. All that and more in just twenty minutes. I don't want you to go and get arrested.

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This podcast isn't without its controversies... pie v cake, real Christmas trees v artificial ones... you've heard them all. This episode reveals another one and it appears Doug is on the wrong side. Raisins. Good or evil. And why are they ruining so many foods? All that and more in just twenty minutes.

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No. It's not that kind of camping. We're talking about the kind of summer camping you send your kids off to. And boy oh boy are there a lot of unusual options for you to choose from. Zombie, BizSmart, Fashion, Comedy and oh... Explosive. I've tracked down a few that may entertain your little camper and provide you with some quiet time. All in just twenty minutes.

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Yea, episode 143 will be delayed a week because I'm doing the grandparent thing. The boys will explain it all... in just 46 seconds.

Episode 143 happens next week. I promise.

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Have you ever started a project that you thought would turn out great. And then it ends in failure? A bruised ego and maybe some time and money lost. But what about big corporations and the failures... usually from bad planning or even worse ideas. Here are a few ideas that should never have left the drawing table... if they ever were even on the table... all in just twenty minutes.

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Welcome to the fourth installment of ... for the most part... terrible Dad jokes. Not much more to say other than it's 100 jokes in just twenty minutes. Go ahead and laugh. I did.

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You've heard them since you were a little kid. Old wives tales. Not very politically correct these days so we'll call them OWTs. They've been a round a long time. In some cases for centuries. But are they just cautionary tales or true. Well, in just twenty minutes you'll find out if you can go swimming right after eating, or if that gum you swalloed really does last for seven years inside you. All in just twenty minutes.

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There are a lot of things I'll do, and a whole lot more that I won't. The things I won't do almost always include the potential for serious injury or even worse. But there are millions of people who will do these same things. I've picked out five activities that a lot of people love... and that I think are insane. And I include a bit of history for each, all in just twenty minutes. Okay, this week in 22 minutes.

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Museums go way back to 530 BC, or perhaps earlier. Ancient Greeks built them for the Muses. 2020 AD museums went online. Take a brief stroll through some significant museums. And the learn about some of the more... let's just say uncommon museum. All in just twenty minutes.

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I'm know. It sounds like a duo band from the 70's. But it's not. They are two things that struck me while walking around an amusement park. As a bonus, the show's Executive Producer is away this week so it's anything goes here in the 20 Minutes studio. All that in just twenty minutes.

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Do you know a Leapling? I do. For all of you born on February 29th, you probably know all about the day and the year. But for those of us who have regular birthdays every year... how boring... I did some research so you can impress your Leapling... all in just twenty minutes.

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Football season is officially over now, but there are still a lot of sports to have a sport watching party. And besides bottles of beer or those red cups, there's the obligatory snack table... nachos, wings or maybe even pigs in a blanket. But who came up with those goodies? The details are yours in just twenty minutes.

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As I go about my day, questions pop in my head. I see different things. People say things to me. And it all gets dumped into my mind. Hence the junk drawer. It's like the junk drawer in my kitchen except for the screwdrivers. I know something is in there but I just can't find it. Well, during my month-long break, I decided to go through it. And now you get to hear it. All in just twenty minutes.

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There are so many questions in the world, and I have so little podcast time. So I picked 50 of them. That's all I could squeeze in. I'm not sure they're the most important questions in the world, but I have the answers. Sit back and listen because you are about to be educated... all in just twenty minutes.

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Having trouble finding the right gift for someone? Then fear not as I have assembled the definitive list of Christmas gifts that will leave your friend or family member speechless. And I mean speechless. Unless they're asking "What's wrong with you?"
A whole bunch of gifts for your consideration... all in just twenty minutes.

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It's the time of the year where ovens get hot and rolling pins roll. Christmas cookies. But how did it all start? What are the top Christmas cookies and why do we leave a plate out for Santa. All those questions and more answered in just twenty minutes.

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Big Foot, Flat Earth, Moon Landings... conspiracy theories are everywhere. In a no-judgement episode, we'll look at how conspiracies start, how they grow and why people subscribe to them. We'll also take a look at some of the more unusual theories AND some conspiracy theories that turned out to be true... all in just twenty minutes.

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Wars, hurricanes, religious conflict, people hurting people, and rising costs. Sometimes you just need a break from all the news. Maybe, oh, like a twenty minute break. Well then you've come to the right place because it's time once again for Doug's Dad Joke Time. You'll laugh, you'll groan, and if you don't laugh at at least one of these comedic gems, then there's something wrong with you. Listen to it all in just twenty minutes.

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Haunted Houses are everywhere, but but where did they get their start? From people's garages to major theme parks, patrons flock to these events and attractions just to get scared. But what about real haunted houses? All that and more in just twenty minutes.

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Cake, balloons, candles, pinatas and even getting a dusting of flour from head to toe. These are just some of the birthday traditions from around the world. But just how and why did we start celebrating birthdays? And what about that birthday song? Those questions and more answered in just twenty minutes.

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The NFL or Premier League or Formula One aren't the only competitions around. How about Chessboxing, Conker smashing, or Cherry Pit Spitting. Some of the lesser known contests may be just up your alley. And don't forget about the worms. Every competition (almost) you've always wanted to enter... in just twenty minutes.

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From Birch bark Tar to Chicle to a synthetic petroleum-derived base. There you have it, the history of chewing gum. Find out how the whole chewing gum thing got started and are there any world's record for gum? Of course there. And, some flavors you may want to try if you're brave. All that in just twenty minutes.

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What do paper dolls, mermaids, and snails all have in common? They all have conventions. Whether they're called conventions or fanfests or gatherings, it's a group of like minded enthusiasts getting together. Forget ComicCon... I have a list of some other options for you... all in just 20 minutes. Okay, actually 22 minutes.

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Brand names come from all kinds of sources. Which company got their name from a book? Have you been pronouncing a shoe brand incorrectly all these years? And the RB in Arby's of course stands for roast beef, right? All these answers and more in just twenty minutes.

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Whether it's a spot of tea or a 32oz. super cup of iced tea, it all started the same way. Somehow a tea leaf got in a pot of water. Tea has a long storied career and you'll get most of the story along with a couple of tea parties, all in just twenty minutes.

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The more things change, then more they come full circle. A stroll down memory lane for some, and a history lesson for others. The 50s and 60s were a wondrous time with the things we had to do... like get up and change the TV channel... on the TV. There's a whole lot more you may remember or have never heard, all in just twenty minutes.

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It's the longest day of the year in the northern hemisphere. More sunshine than any other day. Given all this light, how do people celebrate? Well there's bonfires, and maypoles, and weird costumes. The how's and why's of the summer solstice, all in just twenty minutes.

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Do something. Be the fastest or biggest or bizarrest, and you could be the next world's record holder. But who are these Guinness people who determine you're the best? And what does the red-breasted merganser have to do with it? All of that in just twenty one minutes. Yea, i went over. Sorry.

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The humble pancake. 5,000 or more years old, and still as popular as ever. How did this fluffy disk end up on breakfast tables around the world? And why do people race around the streets of England flipping pancakes? And is Pancake Day legit? All questions answered in just twenty minutes.

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An A.I. experiment gone bad and the History of Ice Cream. Now that's a combination. Doug tries a new opening of the show and then scoops up the history of ice cream... who came up with the idea and which flavor wins the favorite poll. All in just twenty minutes.

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Percentages and statistics are everywhere. But how many of them are about us? Okay, probably a lot. But I've managed to bring a few of them together to describe us. Well, maybe not everyone but you get the idea. All in just twenty minutes.

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I ventured out onto the open sea aboard a cruise ship. There were a few things that amused me, and I thought you should know about them. If you've been on a cruise you may recognize some of them. If you haven't been on a cruise, this may keep you from going. The history of cruising and more all in just twenty minutes.

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Wait a minute... you're not there? What the hell?
Well, listen to the music. You'll figure it out.

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Montezuma II had the right idea with xocolatl. Princess Maria Theresa made it popular. Coenraad Van Houten made it better. J. S. Fry and Sons perfected it. How the little cacao bean found it's way into Lindt and Ghirardelli chocolates. All that and some chocolate facts all packed into just twenty minutes.

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10,000 years old and still popping. Who and how did early people start popping corn? They didn't even have microwave ovens then. But yes, people have been popping corn for a long time, some even popped it in ashes. WTF? Well, find out the history of this crunchy treat, all in just twenty minutes.

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Ireland Forever. St. Patrick's Day has a ton of traditions... the man himself, kidnapping, shamrocks, leprechauns, Guiness, anything green. What's up with that pinching? And shamrock vs four-leaf clover. But how did it all start? Well you know where you can find out, and in just twenty minutes.

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What do a Bulova watch, Fred Flintstone and Brooke Shields all have in common. They've all been on your TV screen for thirty seconds at a time. TV commercials. We all hate them (although everyone can't wait for them during a Super Bowl). TV advertising... it's beginnings and since... all in just twenty minutes.

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Half off. Twenty percent off. Buy one, get one... BOGO. Two for one. Coupons are probably stuffed into your mail box right now. They're everywhere. But do you know who created the very first coupon? And... the essentials of becoming a Super Couponer. All in just twenty minutes.

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Chances are EXTREMELY high that while you're reading this, you have a pet in your house or yard. But how did our ancestors long ago decide to make wild wolves our friends? And why there was an alligator in the White House? Well, if you have twenty minutes you can find out.

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The red and black checkerboard pattern is everywhere around Christmas time but why? How? Who? And in the second part of the episode we look at some news stories from 2022 you may have missed. All that in just twenty... I mean 23 minutes. The show ran long this week. I'll make it up to you next time.

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You've been hearing Christmas songs for a month now. But have you asked yourself "is this song a Christmas carol or is it a Christmas song? Is there a difference?" Well my friends, in just twenty minutes you'll know, and we'll have a list of the most loved and hated Christmas songs. Ho ho ho.

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Haven't finished your Christmas shopping yet? Haven't even started it yet. Well hold off on clicking that Amazon checkout button until you've heard these amazing Christmas gift ideas. Any of these will surely bring a smile to family and friends. I think. Okay, maybe not. You can decide after just 22 minutes. (I know, this episode ran long. Too many gift ideas).

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The Agora turned into the world's shopping malls. And Black Friday didn't help. Everything you need to know about how your shopping mall, how Black Friday was once Big Friday, how the malls came to be, plus the biggest malls in the world. All in just twenty minutes.

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Such big words for just twenty minutes. School is in session as you get a lesson in big words that sound made up, but they're legit. And there's a little bonus in the last five minutes... a little something for the Thanksgiving dinner table conversation. A jam packed twenty minutes you'll never get back.

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Witches, Superman's, Zombies, and some bizarre costume that you can't figure out what it is... all ding-donging their way through the neighborhoods. But how did this happen. Did Hershey's and dentists get together and create this plot? You can easily find out in just twenty minutes. Just enough time to down a couple of Snicker's bars and a peanut butter cup or two.

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You had to wonder from time to time. French bread. French dressing. And what about those fries? Wonder no more. All is revealed in just twenty minutes. Okay, maybe not all but just enough to answer maybe five questions.

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I'm back with another season of 20 minutes of stuff. In particular, episode 101 asks the question "why is it a cup of Joe"? And based on research I did so you didn't have to, no one really know. But you will hear a few suggestions. You choose. All that and more in just twenty minutes.

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It started 788 days ago and now we're at episode 100. But is it time to call it quits? I've been struggling what to do for a few weeks now and I've finally come to a decision. The podcast recap and the answer to the question... all in 20 minutes.

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Greetings. I'm still dealing with the side effects of Covid so instead of subjecting you to my continuous coughing, we'll just push the pause button for a week. Please come back next week. I'll be better. I promise.

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The primary topic... albeit short... is hour glasses. You know, like the logo for this podcast. But more importantly Doug thinks he may have either... 1) a really bad summer cold, or 2) Covid. He takes a test live while you learn about hour glasses, all in twenty minutes.

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They're back. Those topics that just aren't worthy of twenty minutes. So I'm providing you with a dozen more topics stuffed into twenty minutes. Twelve times the research in the same amount of time. Amazing.

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1) Does anyone understand Donald Duck?
2) What is the Road Runner such a jerk?
In the next 20 minutes I'm surely going to get a lot of people mad at me and that's okay. You're entitled to your opinions however misguided they are. I stand with you Wile E. And you Yosemite Sam. Even you Marvin...

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If you hear either one of those words by themselves you would have a pretty good idea what the topic is but when you hear Allen wrenches and Meatballs you know EXACTLY what the topic is... IKEA. Who started IKEA, what's with those product names and what does IKEA mean? All the answers and more in just twenty minutes.

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The Rite of Passage. The Speeches. The gowns. The mortarboards. And the blazing sun in a hot stadium. That's what we call graduation. Find out why in just twenty minutes.

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It may not be a full episode, but I do have a question for you. Plus, enjoy your extra twenty minutes this week.

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The Crown Cap. It's been around since 1892. You've seen them. You've removed them. You've probably never really thought about them. But we all owe William Painter a hardy thank you for keeping the bubbles in beer and soft drink bottles. Find out what I'm talking about in just twenty ... no... make that in fourteen minutes.

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It's an amusement park favorite but what does it have to do with 12th century knights? And just how are they connected to Tea Cups? So many questions and so many answers... all in twenty minutes.

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Since people began telling you things, you've probably believed them. They mostly came from your parents. Why wouldn't you? Things like "don't crack your knuckles, you'll get arthritis." Well the American Board of Family Medicine says no, it doesn't. There's a bunch of other things you've probably thought to be true. But they're not. All that in just twenty minutes.

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I hate to admit it but I don't have a musical bone in my body. The closest I come to playing a musical instrument is if I have to honk at someone on the road. But alas, I may have found five instruments I might be able to play. What they are and how they might work for me... all in twenty minutes.

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Sometimes a topic isn't worth 20 minutes. Or even 10. And I sure as hell don't want to bore you with trying to stretch it. So I collected all of my "too short for a show" topics and made a twenty minute topics show. As in twenty one-minute (give or take two three) topics. Okay, there's really only eight. Whatever. It's all in twenty minutes.

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1) Ever try recording a podcast at sea? Don't.
2) Welcome Montana.
3) Ophidiophobia. The fear of snakes. Yea, I'm not ashamed. I own it.

You'll hear it all and a personal horror story, all in twenty minutes.

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Everyone needs a good laugh or two. I'm not guaranteeing you'll get them here, but come on... everyone like a good Dad joke. It doesn't get any simpler than that. 88 jokes in just 20 minutes.

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It's yellow, made of wood, has an eraser at the end and it's NOT filled with lead. It's the lowly pencil that has filled out schoolwork, mini golf score cards, marked cut lines on a piece of wood... it's the hero of the writing world. Find out how it came to be, all in twenty minutes.

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Pop Tarts and Churros, what's not to like? But what would this podcast be without some controversy? We dive into one of the greatest questions surrounding the Pop Tart and opinions are everywhere. Then it's Churros turn. What is it? Who created it? What's the controversy? And a recipe for you. All in twenty minutes.

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You may think the Earl of Sandwich invented the sandwich. He didn't. Find out how his name became attached to the bread-based fare, who he stole the idea from, and what are the top 15 sandwiches in the U.S. All that in just twenty minutes. Make a PB&J and take a listen.

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There are a lot of funny or odd or just plain strange town names out there, and well, I think you should know of some of them. So in just twenty minutes I'll take you on a tour across the hemispheres. Citizens of these fine towns, don't take offense. But you did name your town, not me. :)

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I don't know how it is where you live, but here in the U.S. our elaborate freeway system is called the Interstate System. Here in Southern California, I just call it a parking lot. But how did they come to be, were they really designed in case of an atomic crisis and why do SoCal'ers call the freeways "the"? All that is answered at the Episode 83 offramp in 20 minutes.

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Conspiracy Theories. Everyone has one. Mine is I think my cats have secret meetings at night plotting my overthrow. There are a lot of theories out there and some of them really are out there. But to each their own I say. You may have yours, I have mine, my cats have theirs. In twenty minutes, find out if you need to jump on one of these. No judgements.

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This episode came about because I had a bunch of stories that couldn't possibly fill twenty minutes. So being the resourceful guy I am, I strung them together to fill the 20 minutes. Yo expect nothing less from me. I mean in how many other places can you hear about rubber duckies and cow chips in the same twenty minutes? You're welcome.

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You've seen them. People walking past a diner window. People sitting at a desk at the back of an office. Or one of dozens of Rangers of the Nightswatch fighting the White Walkers. They're background actors. So you say you want to be a background actor? Well here's a few things you should know before you make your way to the silver screen... all in twenty minutes.

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The topic is curling. But there's a couple of definitions. So you get two. It's a 20 Minute doubleheader. And it's all in just twenty minutes. It's such a deal.

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It's the big one. The bowl of bowls. Some call it Super. It's also a great opportunity to gather with family and friends, enjoy the game and pig out like Thanksgivings little brother. In just twenty minutes you'll get a brief history of the Super Bowl. And in the second half, I'll provide you with Super Bowl facts to dazzle your guests and those around you. Okay, maybe not dazzle. Hopefully not get you sent out of the room.

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Did you ever wonder why February 2nd is Groundhog Day? Well, it's becau
Did you ever wonder why February 2nd is Groundhog Day? Well, it's becau
Did you ever wonder why February 2nd is Groundhog Day? Well, it's becau
In just twenty minutes your question you didn't even know you had will be answered.

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You know the M's. But did you know who the M's were? Who stole what from who and how did the little candies become so popular. Ans what's up with Green and why is everyone's knickers all bunched up. The answers in just twenty minutes.

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Want to start a heated debate at the dinner table? Bring up Astrology. A very brief history of astrology and the zodiac and then we hear from sources on both sides of the "is it science" question... all in twenty minutes. And no judgement from me, I'm staying out of it.

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While on a break for a couple of weeks, things pop into my head. Usually it's things I don't get. Not heavy duty stuff like the theoretical understanding of quantum mechanics... no... stuff like the French Tuck. So we'll start ff 2022 with things that don't make sense to me, stuff I don't get. You may... but I don't. And it's all in twenty minutes.

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I thought for the end of the year and to add a little fun to all of the Christmas doings, I'd throw a little Christmas Challenge at you. A couple of Christmas facts you may or not know and then a series of Christmas trivia questions, all in twenty minutes. Holler out the answers no matter where you are. It's Christmas after all.

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So you're going to throw a Christmas party for your friends or family. But you just don't know what to do for entertainment. Well worry no more. In just twenty minutes I'll provide you with a list of party games that will surely make your party memorable... one way or another. Oh, and a list of Christmas jokes to make sure you're the hit of the party.

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Nothing says Christmas time like a candy cane. Okay, a lot of other things do but a candy cane certainly is one of them. But how did they start and what do they have to do with choir boys? A brief history of the hook-shaped candy PLUS a list of the worst Christmas candies... all in twenty minutes. Maybe 22 minutes.

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Didn't get what you needed for that special someone on Black Friday? Or you're running out of ideas for that Christmas gift for a friend. Well, here's a little bit of help for you. In just twenty minutes I'll provide you a list of things you probably shouldn't get them. Just trying to help you out. It's the second annual "Christmas Gifts You Probably Shouldn't Buy".

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Need to decide something between you and someone else? Forget flipping a coin. Use Rochambeau... or the more common name Rock Paper Scissors. But how did this extremely simple problem solver come to be you ask? Well, it started about 2,000 years ago and paper has been beating rock ever since. In just twenty minutes you have all the answers, AND tips to help you win. You're welcome.

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Macy's Parade, football, tryptophan comas... you know the drill. But did you also it's just not an American tradition. In just 20 minutes find out how some other countries celebrate thanks. And I'll off up some alternative side dishes for your dinner table.

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From parlor seances in the 1800s to teenage sleepover parties, Ouija has been revealing secrets and answers for a long time. What started out as a faster way to communicate with the other side, it grew into a mystical phenomenon. But just how does it work? If you have twenty minutes, you'll find out.

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You heard it somewhere. Probably on the Grapevine. Hand down. I'm afraid you're just going to have to bite the bullet and listen to this episode to find out what I'm talking about. The proof is definitely in the pudding. Yea, all that and more in twenty minutes.

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Nosferatu made his appearance on the big screen in 1922 and we have going to the movies to get scared ever since. But have you thought about why you want to get scared? In this episode we break down the horror film genre, examine why you want to be scared and list the top 15 horror films of all time... all in just twenty minutes.

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Everyone loves them. But do you know how they came to be what we know them as today? How do you spell it? Why is there a hole? And what's up with the pink boxes? Go to your local donut or doughnut shop, pick up a dozen, come back, get a cup of coffee and listen. All is answered in just twenty minutes.

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Does your cat ever just sit somewhere and stare at nothing? Is there really something there we can't see or is he just messing with you? The tales of cats having the ability to sense and see spirits from the other side and long and storied. In just 20 minutes we discuss and then you can decide if your cat is psychic or just being a jerk.

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If you've been to Starbuck's, you know what the P and the S stand for. If you haven't been to a Starbuck's, 1) from what planet have you just arrived? and 2) well... there is no number 2. Pumpkin Spice is everywhere these days but it's just not for coffee. From food to pets to grooming, you can get your fix of the mix of spices. And find out why you like it in just twenty minutes.

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Most often the answer from me is yea. My bad. Dropping your iPhone in the toilet is a stupid mistake... or a blunder... or you can call it an accident. But causing a planetary orbiter to burn up in space because you used the wrong math? Well, that's a little more of a blunder than that toilet incident. In just 20 minutes find out about some of the biggest boo-boos in the world.

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We've covered artificial Christmas trees vs real ones and we've yacked about pie vs cake. We've even settled the debate over toilet paper. But this great debate hits close to home. Maybe your home too. But a highly scientific based research tackles 007. All in just 20 minutes.

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This particular episode is brought to you from the mind of my Executive Producer. She asked me one day why is a score of zero called "love" in tennis. My response was "beats me." She then said I should do a show on weird sports terms. So there you go. Answers and more in just twenty minutes.

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The government will not confirm the existence of this episode. There's nothing there. But you all aren't the government so you've probably figured out what this episode is all about. An area in Nevada that you can't get to. Unless you want to see the inside of a jail cell. The who's and why's in just 20 minutes.

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It's basically a chunk of carbon. But apparently there's a lot more to a diamond. Pliny the Elder thought pretty highly of them. DeBeers made us want them. And they're measured in C's. Why are they measured in carats? Who decided a D rating means it's colorless. And what's up with Chocolate Diamonds? So many questions. If you have 20 minutes, you may have some answers.

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If it came from a horse you know it has to be true. Any particular reason I should believe a horse? That would make me as mad as a hatter. It's time to get dressed to the nines, put a feather in my hat and be as happy as a clam. No this isn't some secret code, but in just twenty minutes you'll find out what it all means.

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Some people don't like or even fear the number 13. Some people don't like of even fear Fridays. Put them together and you have friggatriskaidekaphobia. And that's not good at least once a year. Why Fridays and why 13? Give me just twenty minutes and you'll find out.

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I know, you're expecting another twenty minutes of information and snark. However, you'll have to wait for a few days. I'm in a two week quarantine away from my microphone. No, not THAT kind of quarantine, just the kind where I'm taking a vacation break. I'll be back. August 13. Keep updated on Instagram @20MYNGB. Enjoy your vacation.

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You know they'e out there, but have they really visited Planet Earth? A lot of people have said yes, and a lot of people have said no you didn't. So whether it was a weather balloon or a spacecraft from far beyond, someone has an opinion. On the side of they've been here are the UFOlogists. But you can decide for your self after a brief history in twenty minutes.

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It's been five years sine we've had the Summer Olympiad. It should have been last year but... well... you know. So as the athletes gather in front of empty stadiums, here's your chance to learn what happened in 776 AD. And then after that. PLUS, games that are no more. All that in just twenty minutes. I call that amazing. You might call it something else.

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Today you probably get most of your mail electronically. 105 years ago it probably arrived via the Pony Express. This just sounds like two topics merged into one podcast to me. So if you have twenty minutes to spare, find out how the Pony Express started and ended, and how email started... and it hasn't ended yet.

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The traditional gift or theme for someone celebrating the 50th of something is usually gold. Well this is the 50th episode so I didn't want to break tradition. The topic is gold but it's not jewelry or anything else you might think of gold. Oh, and Happy Fourth of July (at lease here in the U.S.). All will be revealed in just twenty minutes.

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Summertime, Fourth of July, and a need to cook outdoors. Are you grilling or barbecuing? There is a difference ya know. And how did barabicu become barbecue? Memphis or Carolina? And the great controversy... charcoal or gas. There's a lot of history behind the coals. It's all yours in just twenty minutes.

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First of all... 20 Minutes You'll Never Get Back is one year old with this episode. Yay. Second, we usually celebrate big occasions with a glass of champagne. But be warned, if it wasn't made in Champagne France, well it's just sparkling wine. And just who came up with the idea of making wine bubbly? In just 20 minutes you'll find out.

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Ya love them. You eat them, probably not just one. The potato chip. But how this yummy snack food came to be remains a mystery with a lot of theories behind the who, what, when and how. And what's up with those stacked things in a can shaped like a tube? Find out in twenty minutes... or in this case twenty-two minutes.

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You may not know Charles Fey or why I'm thanking him. However, if you have ever been in any casino, anywhere in the world and dropped some money in a slot machine, you now know why he's famous. Gool ol' Chuck gave us the slot machine. And they've come a long way since his Liberty Bell machine. In twenty minutes you'll learn more, and why there are cherries on the reels.

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There's a famous book about it. It talks about everyone needs to ... let's just say go to the bathroom. But there is one very important accessory in every bathroom that you may not have thought too much about. Toilet paper. In just twenty minutes you can learn more than you probably wanted to. You're welcome.

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John Pemberton started it all with his "Dr. Tuggle's Compound Syrup of Globe Flower." Now it's an international company worth over $84 billion dollars today. A brief history of the jaugernaut company known as Coca Cola, all in twenty minutes. And no, there is no cocaine in Coke.

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The ancient peoples used to pick up a stone ball and throw it at objects a few feet away. Today people do the same thing but now the balls are rubber and instead of throwing they roll. A brief history of bowling but more importantly, they question of why the red stripes is answered... all in twenty minutes.

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There are a lot of things that are just meant to go together. Peanut butter and jelly. R2-D2 and C-3P0. Ross and Rachel. And of course movies and popcorn. So just how did popcorn end up in movie theaters? It's been around for a billion years and in twenty minutes you'll find out. And who is The Toasty Roasty Man.

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What did the ocean say to the beach? Nothing, it just waved. Or perhaps...
My wife said I was immature. So I told her to get out of my fort.
Everyone hates but really loves a good or bad Dad joke. Just what is a dad joke and why did Dad's get the bad rap. There's a chuckle or two in these twenty minutes.

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It goes by mountain dew, choop, hooch, homebrew, white lightning, white/corn whiskey, pass around, and firewater. But you may just call it Moonshine. How ever you want to call it, Moonshine ... or illegal liquor... has been around since the U.S. was formed. But why is it illegal and what does the Civil War have to do with it? Spend twenty minutes and you'll find out and maybe a little more.

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It started off as a quick and inexpensive meal for the hard laborers in Naples. Now it's the number one fast food in the world. It's pizza. From it's humble beginnings to the worldwide chains, pizza is everywhere. What type of pizza does your state order the most? Spend twenty minutes and get a slice of what pizza is all about.

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What I know about the game of chess could be written on a Cheerio. But I do know that one of the conclusions to a game is a checkmate. But you know me, I needed to find out just how that term came to be. And in a short 20 minutes you'll find out, and even more about Chess. If you didn't already know.

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An Easter basket just wouldn't be the same without a big ol' chocolate bunny as its centerpiece. But why rabbits? Why hollow? And IKEA? Everything you wanted to know... okay maybe not everything... but some things you want to know about the bunny of cacao. In 20 minutes.

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Grape Nuts cereal doesn't have either grapes or nuts. I grew up being told or hearing things that in reality just aren't true. Now you can too. Popping myths everywhere in just 20 minutes.

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How about Adam and Eve on a raft... wreck 'em. No? Walter Scott started it all with his repurposed here-drawn cart. Diners and an American institution, perhaps even global. Find out how they came to be, and learn the lingo so you don't embarrass yourself. All in 20 minutes.

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It's been a crazy year of ups and downs for everyone. You know what else goes up and down? Roller Coasters. All kinds of them. But why rollers? And why coasting? If you have 20 minutes you'll get your answers. And it's all tax free.

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Think you've seen a ghost? Were doors slamming shut? Stuff get knocked on the floor? Poltergeists. But they're not the only kind of ghosts. If you have 20 minutes you want to waste, then listen and decide if you're on Team Ghost or Team Skeptic. Even Albert Einstein weighed in on the topic.

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February 14... roses, chocolates, romantic dinners, fun dates, little candy hearts, you know what I'm talking about. But how did this date happen? And if you haven't made plans yet, well I have some ideas for you, all in 20 minutes.

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Social influencers are everywhere. I decided I need to be one. But how exactly does one go about it? Well, thanks to some info I researched (so you don't have to), I know the answer. And in 20 minutes, you will too. You're welcome.

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Are you tired of jigsaw puzzles? Still can't go anywhere? Take a look in your closet and pull out a game. After tons of research, 20 Minutes You'll Never Get Back has come up with the Top 17 Games of All Time. At least we think it's the top 17. Your list may be different. That's okay.

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No, not the Kansas City Chiefs... the Commanders in Chief. All 46 of them. Since we've just concluded the Presidential Season here in the U.S., it seems only fitting we give a little extra shout out to the Presidential Company with a little bit of information you may not know. It's the shortest history class you have to sit through.

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The great bakers debate... pie vs cake. Everyone has an opinion which means you do too. We break down the backstories on both pies and cakes and then head off to a debate. Which side are you on? Just another 20 minutes you'll never get back.

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Every year at this time, people make resolutions for the New Year to do something or to stop doing something. Every wonder why? Well it goes back back about 4000 years. If you want to know more and have 20 minutes to spare, well, you know what to do.

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Sinterklaas... Saint Nicolas... Father Christmas... or good ol' Santa Claus. How did we get from a monk in the year 280AD to the guy who can nod his head and shoot up a chimney? And what about Rudolph? Your Christmas questions answered in the final episode of Season One. (Don't worry, I'll be back in January)

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The tree is up and the decorations hung. The next step in the Christmas Season fun are the presents. And for kids of all ages that means toys. A brief history of toys and the top toys for 2020... it's all here in just 20 minutes.

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Thanksgiving is over and it's time to dust off those storage bins holding all of your Christmas decorations. Always so much fun decorating for the holidays. But the question is are you a "real-tree'r" or are you an artif-tree'r?" Yes, it's 20 minutes about Christmas trees.

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Turkey, stuffing, cranberries parades, football, Squanto, Wampanoag people, Mayflower... you get the idea. How did the fourth Thursday in November come to be Thanksgiving? And why did FDR try and change it? Find out in just 20 minutes... okay, this episode is a little over 21 minutes. My bad.

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It's been a tough week for everyone waiting for the election returns to come to an end, and then I got distracted. Clearly this episode is 20 minutes your never get back, but you might just learn something. Maybe. What have you got to lose?

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Another trip down the pre-pandemic memory lane. Remember the good 'ol days when you could walk down a stainless steel line pushing your tray along, and piling food on your plate? It all started with the Swedes and the French leading right up to the Golden Corral and Las Vegas. Until March.

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No, it's not about 2o hot dogs. It's about twenty episodes and it's time to celebrate, or at least learn a couple of things about 20. Oh and hot dogs. Yes, it's just another twenty minutes you'll never get back. But hey, what else are you doing right now>

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Depending on your age, either you remember these long-gone attractions or you wish you could have seen them. This is the final part in a four-part series reliving the rides and attractions that could be found in Disneyland. In part four we'll rediscover Tomorrowland. Be forewarned, this episode runs 37 minutes. I didn't want to break it up in to parts again. If you only have 20 minutes, then you can always come back to where you left off. I hope.

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Depending on your age, either you remember these long-gone attractions or you wish you could have seen them. This is part 3 in a four-part series reliving the rides and attractions that could be found in Disneyland. In part three we'll rediscover Fantasyland. Be forewarned, these episodes are a tad bit longer than 20 minutes. Ya know, truth in advertising.

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Depending on your age, either you remember these long-gone attractions or you wish you could have seen them. This is part 2 in a four-part series reliving the rides and attractions that could be found in Disneyland. In part two we'll rediscover Frontierland and Adventureland. Be forewarned, these episodes are a tad bit longer than 20 minutes. Ya know, truth in advertising.

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Depending on your age, either you remember these long-gone attractions or you wish you could have seen them. This is part 1 in a four-part series reliving the rides and attractions that could be found in Disneyland. In part one we'll rediscover Main Street and Bear Country. Be forewarned, these episodes are a tad bit longer than 20 minutes. Ya know, truth in advertising.

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For over 130 years people have been putting golf balls on miniature courses. Back in 1867 it was a grass course in Scotland. Nowadays its astroturf, windmills and volcanos everywhere. Here's a historical journey of how we went from grass to chasing your orange golf ball before it goes in the water.

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If you were born after 1990, you probably have no idea what I mean when I say I can't find my 45rpm adapter. Or how you get Green Stamps. And If you were born before 1960, well 1) you know what they are and 2) join the club. And if you're a Generation Alpha, well, you're more concerned about your Goldfish crackers.

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Everyone's tired of being cooped up and that means it's time to hit the road. Toss some snacks in the car, maybe an overnight bag, and take the road less travelled. Along the way to wherever you're headed, watch for that World's Largest Ball of Yarn, or the Giant Talking Penguin. Roadside attractions dot the roadways across the country with mixtures of kitsch, goofy, but they're always fun.

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It's August and you know what that means... the stores are ready. Forget September, it's time for Hallowe'en. No that's not a typo. Why isn't it you ask? Well clearly somewhere in the next 20 minutes you'll find out. And you'll find out what's the number one candy to hand out this year to all the little guisers. Again, you'll soon know somewhere in the next 20 minutes what that means.

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Everyone likes magic. Well, almost everyone. I do. Increase Mather didn't. We'll take a look at a brief history of magic up through Harry Houdini. When we're done with that, I'll teach you a very simple card trick you can perform to amaze your family and friends. Just don't mess it up. If you do, you never heard this podcast.

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For the past couple of years you can't go through life without something being Unicorned and staring you in the face. Coffee, toys, cereal, clothes, hair styles, and dare I say it... people. How did it start and why narwhals? Listen and find out.

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You're probably wondering how how on Earth these two topics are related. Well wonder no more. Episode 9 is a two-for-one episode of 20 Minutes You'll Never Get Back. Some things just aren't worth 20 minutes of your time. Especially clowns.

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The Great Outdoors are full of majesty and scenic wonder. But if you're planning on heading out there, there's a few things you should probably know. That's why I'm here. It's a twenty minute lesson with tips and the pitfalls of being out in the trees, dirt, animals... you know... the Great Outdoors.

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If you liked Episode 3, you'll like this one. I hope. You asked for some more trivia and I like to accommodate, so here you go. More trivial information and of course... Deep Dive Trivia (those notes will be stuck in your head!) In this episode I'm joined by two guest presenters who help give you the facts.

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Why is my cat staring at me and what is he thinking? If you have a cat or two in your house you've asked yourself the same question. Some scientists think they have the answers, I'm not so sure. Either way, cats call the shots.

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If you're married to a runner, or there's a runner in your household, you know what this is episode about. However, if you don't then the next 20 minutes will help you prepare for what's in store for you. Treadmills... ugh.

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Disneyland may be closed for now but that doesn't mean we can't remember what it was like when we could stroll down Main Street shoulder-to-shoulder. A historical look at the park, some observations and a special tribute... all in 20 minutes.

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Facts are everywhere and some facts are trivial. It's those facts you need to win on a TV game show. I have some information for you to wedge into your gray matter that will help you win a million dollars on a game show. Sure, there are a lot of steps between this podcast and depositing a million dollar check, but it's a start.

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The "Entertainment Capital of the World" attracts thousands of visitors every year, but how many of them know how Las Vegas came to be? This episode of 20 minutes fills in the blanks you didn't know you had.

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We all want to be safe during these crazy times and that means the safest place to be is being stuck at home. Finding something to do can be challenging but a gazzilion people have rediscovered a former favorite pastime.

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