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Fighting to defend a world who hates them – it’s the X-men and the Age of Apocalypse!
Summary: The ultimate alternate universe! (At least when it comes to superhero comics.)
Further Research: www.uncannyxmen.net
Thanks to David for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow David on twitter (www.twitter.com/JoinTheSchwarz)!
The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
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Let’s learn about about the people that help set students up for successful learning – it’s school psychology!
Summary: School psychology is a specific yet broad field with a foundation in psychological sciences that should be applied in combination with social justice, anti-racism, and anti-ableism in order to develop a school environment that celebrates and appreciates all of its students and allows them to feel a sense of safety and belonging while learning and growing in an accessible, supportive environment.
Further Research: National Association of School Psychologists website (www.nasponline.org)
Thanks to Lauren for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Lauren on twitter (www.twitter.com/laureneducator)!
The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
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Live from my backyard – an encyclopodia episode all about sexually transmitted infections, sex education, and the intersection of these things with identity – it’s STIs!
Summary: STIs (sexually transmitted infections) are very common, nothing to be ashamed of, and are all treatable.
Further Research: Planned Parenthood website (and give them money too!)
Other resources mentioned in this episode: 414ALL, Milwaukee Inclusion Clinic, Don’t Call The Police
Thanks to Kit for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Kit on instagram (www.instagram.com/thats.that.kit)!
The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
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Let’s get hopelessly romantic – this is Pride & Prejudice!!
Summary: It’s a wonderful film of a timeless story that perfectly captures longing and romance for the medium of film.
Further Research: Read the wikipedia page for the film!
Thanks to Emma for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Emma on twitter (www.twitter.com/emfys_nest)!
During the summer, patreon proceeds will be supporting Camp Aranu’tiq of Harbor Camps, a summer camp for transgender and non-binary youth. Become a patron at www.patreon.com/encyclopodia or give a one-time donation to the fundraiser by going to https://harborcamps.z2systems.com/DannyDecadeDollars
The piano music at the start and end of the episode was played by me (Danny).
This episode was edited by amazing Encyclopodia editor Kristen McDonell (www.twitter.com/itskeeks).
The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
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It is a reality that every pet owner will have to confront at some point in their life: what to do when your pet has reached the end of their life. Let’s hear from a veterinarian who specializes in end of life care all about the ways to prepare for these decisions and ways to find solace and possibly even joy during these sad times.
Summary: End of life care for pets (from the perspective of in-home hospice and euthanasia), is one of the last, really great gifts that we can give to our pets to make sure their transition is peaceful, calm, and full of love.
Further Research: Lap of Love website
Thanks to Allison for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Allison on instagram (www.instagram.com/allisonebergin)!
During the summer, patreon proceeds will be supporting Camp Aranu’tiq of Harbor Camps, a summer camp for transgender and non-binary youth. Become a patron at www.patreon.com/encyclopodia or give a one-time donation to the fundraiser by visiting https://harborcamps.z2systems.com/DannyDecadeDollars
This episode was edited by amazing Encyclopodia editor Kristen McDonell (www.twitter.com/itskeeks).
The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
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Let’s learn about the people that made up the American military forces during the Revolutionary War – it’s the Continental Army!
Summary: It is both the main military force that the American revolutionaries used to fight the War of Independence, and also a practical laboratory where the ideals of the Revolution got tested in the real world to see what would work and what wouldn’t.
Further Research: A Respectable Army by James Kirby Martin
Thanks to Michael for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Michael on twitter (www.twitter.com/MDHistory1)!
This episode was edited by amazing Encyclopodia editor Kristen McDonell (www.twitter.com/itskeeks).
The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
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Let’s enjoy a chocolate candy that comes in endless varieties and always hits the spot – it’s M&M’s!
Summary: The chocolate candy that melts in your mouth, not in your hand.
Further Research: The Food That Build America, History Channel series and podcast.
Thanks to Maia for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Maia on twitter (www.twitter.com/semirose)!
This episode was edited by amazing Encyclopodia editor Kristen McDonell (www.twitter.com/itskeeks).
The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
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Let’s pilot submarines with Sam Neill and Sean Connery – it’s the Hunt for Red October!
Summary: A political techno-thriller about a deadly game of trust underneath the high seas.
Further Research: Patrick H. Willems video about subtitles in the Hunt for Red October
Thanks to Abigail James Dillon for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Dillon on twitter (www.twitter.com/aDillonDev)!
This episode was edited by amazing Encyclopodia editor Kristen McDonell (www.twitter.com/itskeeks).
The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
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Let’s get our pilots’ licenses and go for a fly! It’s general aviation!
Summary: General aviation is the broad subset of flying activity that enables everything from flight training and recreational flying to business travel and commercial sight-seeing operations and more.
Further Research: Go to your local airport, find the flight school, ask for a discovery flight, and enjoy an hour-long airplane orientation and flight.
Thanks to JPR for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow JPR on twitter (www.twitter.com/onlyJPR)!
This episode was edited by amazing Encyclopodia editor Kristen McDonell (www.twitter.com/itskeeks).
The airplane cabin sound effect was recorded by InspectorJ and the takeoff was recorded by Ramston, and both were acquired on FreeSound.org. No alterations were made. (License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/)
The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
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Let’s learn about the coolest creatures of the oceans and the many unique ways they survive in their environments – it’s shark adaptations!
Summary: An aspect of the animal’s (in this case shark’s) behavior, biology, physiology, ecology that evolved to help it better take advantage of its environment.
Further Research: The Shark Handbook by Greg Skomal
Thanks to Jaida for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Jaida on twitter (www.twitter.com/soFISHtication) and TikTok (@sofishtication)!
The Thresher Shark image in the upper left corner of the episode art was taken by Thomas Alexander. No changes were made. (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/)
This episode was edited by amazing Encyclopodia editor Kristen McDonell (www.twitter.com/itskeeks).
The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
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Let’s learn about intelligence and cognition and gain a new appreciation for a common bird species – it’s the American Crow!
Summary: American Crows are ridiculously complex, unpredictable, and mysterious, and beautiful, and are a lot more like humans than we probably care to admit.
Further Research: “Crows, Smarter Than You Think,” TED Talk by John Marzluff
Thanks to Tim for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to check out Tim’s Backyard Naturalist Lecture series (www.urbanecologycenter.org)!
The cover photo was taken and generously donated by PAWS (www.PAWS.org) board member and crow enthusiast, Kris Tsujikawa. Check out all of Kris’ corvid photography: www.twitter.com/kris0723
This episode was edited by amazing Encyclopodia editor Kristen McDonell (www.twitter.com/itskeeks).
The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
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Let’s go outside and gain a new appreciation of a misunderstood species – it’s the cicada killer wasp!
Summary: Big and beefy beauty queen, not as nasty as she seems.
Further Research: Wasp Farm by Howard Ensign Evans
Thanks to LJ for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to check out LJ’s website (www.ddjljbb.xyz)!
Learn more about the International Society of Nonbinary Scientists and join the Slack group here: https://isnbs.org/
Check out LJ’s humorous presentation on the inherent problems with honey bees in America (note: explicit language): https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Fi3OY1UDtZ5Tdfx21XcY4y9dm8yRsesVhXxaV1gPcFQ/edit?usp=sharing
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Welcome to Animal April! Let’s listen for the infamous “who cooks for you call” in the North American woods in the middle of the night – it’s the Barred Owl!
Summary: Barred Owls are a medium-sized owl that have barred plumage, dark eyes, a yellow beak, and they are found most commonly in the eastern half of the United States.
Further Research: allaboutbirds.org; ebird.org; audubon.org; feministbirdclub.org; go outside and look for some birds!
Thanks to Maddy for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Maddy on two Instagram accounts: www.instagram.com/maddysislow and www.instagram.com/mads_menagerie!
Thanks to Kristen Sereci (www.twitter.com/itskeeks) for post-production help on this episode!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
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Let’s flash back to early 2000’s television and question everything we’ve accepted about reality – it’s Alias!
Summary: Alias is a show about reconciling your identities while kicking butt.
Further Research: Watch the pilot episode of Alias!
Thanks to Shana for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to check out Shana’s podcast What’s the Story? (www.encyclopodia.net/whatsthestory)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s watch videos about anything and everything while doing our best to prevent a personal slide into extremism…it’s YouTube!
Summary: YouTube is a video-sharing platform that encapsulates the worst and best of humanity.
Further Research: Thanks for Watching: An Anthropological Study of Video Sharing on YouTube by Patricia Lange
Follow this link for a YouTube playlist of all the videos and channels mentioned in this episode (plus a few of Danny’s personal faves): https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLG79IQifYJTgvr5vHtfizmuaiF61Yh8wX
Thanks to Lynn for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Lynn on twitter (www.twitter.com/lynnyneal)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s head to our local comic shop and catch up with the archer of the Avengers – this is Hawkeye and comics writing!
Summary: A story about the totally unmundane adventures of an assumedly mundane avenger.
Further Research: Hawkeye: Blind Spot by McCann and Diaz; Understanding Comics by Scott McCloud
Thanks to John for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow John on twitter (www.twitter.com/ivwall)!
Comics and Books mentioned in this episode: X-men #124; Secret Wars; Saga; Runaways (2003); Static; Vision (2015); Mister Miracle (2017); Immortal Iron Fist (2007); Hawkeye – Kate Bishop (2017); Old Man Hawkeye (2018); Words for Pictures by Brian Michael Bendis; The Screenwriter’s Bible by David Trottier; Kamikaze
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Let’s head to Scotland and search for hard-to-find monsters in the depths of the lakes – it’s the Loch Ness Monster!
Summary: The Loch Ness Monster is a giant, scaly, mysterious, and misunderstood beast.
Further Research: The Legend of the Loch on Prime video; Strange Stories and Amazing Facts by the Reader’s Digest Association; The Enigma of Loch Ness by Henry H. Bauer
Thanks to Jade and Amy for being my guests on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Whoa Nessie! on twitter (www.twitter.com/whoanessie)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
The bagpipes music is called Fiddles McGinty by Kevin MacLeod and is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/…) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-… Artist: http://incompetech.com/
It’s the 50th episode of Encyclopodia, and to celebrate, I sat down with my favorite person in the world to talk all about…uh, me. But mostly this episode is about us. It’s cute. And gross. You’ve been warned.
Summary: Danny is a loving partner, devoted pet parent, goofy yet caring sibling and child, and an exciting creative who is known for podcasting but has many more avenues to explore ahead of them.
Further Research: Follow Danny on Twitter (@dannypirtle19)
Thanks to Sara for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s explore themes like humanity and identity with A.I. characters in science fiction – it’s Guilty Spark!
Summary: He’s a sad, little man in a ball.
Further Research: Play Halo 2 and Halo 3; Read Halo: Renegades by Kelly Gay.
Other fiction mentioned in this episode: Mountain Sound serial by Saf; Tourist serial by Saf; The Forerunner Saga by Greg Bear; Contact Harvest by Joseph Staten; Kilo 5 Trilogy by Karen Traviss; Wolf 359 audio series; Ancillary trilogy by Anne Leckie; Hunt the Truth audio drama
Thanks to Saf for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Saf on twitter (www.twitter.com/wanderlustin) and Patreon (www.patreon.com/wanderlustin)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s take small moments out of our day to appreciate the present, take a deep breath, and focus on the here and now. This is episode 48 of Encyclopodia – it’s mindfulness!
Summary: Mindfulness is about being in the moment and being present.
Further Research: Peace is Every Step: the Path of Mindfulness in Everyday Life by Thich Nhat Hanh
Thanks to Amy for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Amy on twitter (www.twitter.com/amy_geek) and subscribe to her newsletter (amyratcliffe.substack.com)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s learn about the history and processes of adopting in the United States. This is part 2 of a 2 part episode!
Summary: A very dark and troubling past has led to a very messy present situation; in other words, it’s complicated.
Further Research Recommendation: The Adoptee Next Door podcast; make adoption a regular part of the conversations you have with family, friends, and loved ones
Thanks to Fawkes and Robyn for being my guests on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow them on instagram (www.instagram.com/fawkes_and_robyn) or check out their website www.fawkesandrobynadopt.com!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s learn about the history and processes of adopting in the United States. This is part 1 of a 2 part episode!
Summary: A very dark and troubling past has led to a very messy present situation; in other words, it’s complicated.
Danny’s Further Research Recommendation: Visit Robyn and Fawkes’ adoption website: www.fawkesandrobynadopt.com
Thanks to Fawkes and Robyn for being my guests on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow them on instagram (www.instagram.com/fawkes_and_robyn)!
Support Encyclopodia on Patreon: www.patreon.com/encyclopodia
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Awwwwwwww! Let’s swoon at the sight of adorable fluffy floof balls. This is episode 46 of Encyclopodia – it’s hamsters!
Summary: Little round pocket pets that themselves have pockets.
Further Research: Instagram accounts: CaliforniaHamsterAssociation, OntarioHamsters, NationalHamsterCouncil
Thanks to Kate for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Kate on twitter (www.twitter.com/lu_sitania) and be doubly sure to follow Cerberus on Instagram (www.instagram.com/1headcerberus)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Hop into the nearest x-wing and let’s head to a Galaxy Far Far Away. This is episode 45 of Encyclopodia – it’s George Lucas!
Summary: George Lucas is a controversial, disrupting, yet extremely admired artist, filmmaker, philanthropist, collector, father, and writer.
Further Research: George Lucas: A Life by Brian J. Jones; Masters of Cinema: George Lucas by Karina Longworth
Danny’s Further Research Recommendation: By George miniseries by the Skytalkers podcast
Thanks to Charlotte for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Charlotte on twitter (www.twitter.com/crerrity)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s travel back in time to witness the confluence of a diversity of religious groups in Medieval Spain – this is episode 44 of Encyclopodia.
Summary: How people lived in Medieval Spain.
Further Research: The Ornament of the World by Maria Rosa Menocal
Thanks to Jeff for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Jeff on twitter (www.twitter.com/jkcorellia)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s be planeswalker wizards and play cards and have fun. This is episode 43 of Encyclopodia – it’s Magic the Gathering!
Summary: Remember those nerdy kids in middle school who pretended to be wizards playing a dumb card game in the corner of the room? If that’s your only impression of Magic: the Gathering, it’s worth taking a second look because thanks to its ever-evolving themes and gameplay, Magic: the Gathering is the greatest game ever created.
Further Research: Play Magic the Gathering: Arena; play with a friend and buy a Commander deck from your local board game shop
Colossal Dreadmaw Reference card: https://gatherer.wizards.com/Pages/Card/Details.aspx?multiverseid=435335
Which guild are you quiz: https://uquiz.com/quiz/451h8o/what-guild-are-you
Thanks to Walter & Mike for being my guests on this episode of Encyclopodia!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s head to California and check out the tar pits. This is episode 42 of Encyclopodia – try not to get stuck!
Summary: “Tar pits” is a misleading term because what tar pits is actually referring to is a natural asphalt lake that creatures and plant particles and seeds and all kinds of stuff have been trapped in for thousands of years.
Further Research: La Brea Tar Pits website – research section
Thanks to Jess for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Jess on twitter (www.twitter.com/spacejessss)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s explore endless alternate realities – this is episode 41 of Encyclopodia. It’s the Many-Worlds Interpretation!
Summary: One of many possible explanations for the behavior of quantum particles that also can double as a belief system.
Further Research: Community, season 3, episode 4: Remedial Chaos Theory; Dr. Quantum’s Double Slit Experiment Explanation Video
Thanks to Mike for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Mike on twitter (www.twitter.com/notheotherleft and www.twitter.com/eleventhirtyate)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s go on a video game adventure – this is episode 40 of Encyclopodia. It’s the Legend of Zelda!
Summary: An adventure through the worst series of reincarnations ever.
Further Research: Dark Horse Comics’ Hyrule Historia
Thanks to Matt for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Matt on twitter (www.twitter.com/mapplebee7567)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s pay attention to everything happening around us – this is episode 39 of Encyclopodia. It’s awareness!
Summary: The ability to hear information and use it later.
Further Research: The Tao of Pooh by Benjamin Hoff
Meditation apps: Headspace or Insight Timer
Thanks to Chad for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s head to the oceans and listen for whales – this is episode 38 of Encyclopodia. It’s orcas!
Summary: Orcas are the most incredible predator on the planet.
Further Research: The Center for Whale Research
Thanks to Jen for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Jen on twitter (www.twitter.com/mockingnerd and www.twitter.com/jenrichardsart)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s go to the beach and watch for sharks – this is episode 37 of Encyclopodia. It’s Jaws!
Summary: Monster shark eats people from an island community and is generally not very nice so the tired police chief has to recruit some friends and try to stop it but it is very big and mean, as previously stated.
Further Research: 20th anniversary Making Of Jaws documentary; The Jaws Log by Carl Gottlieb
Thanks to Jim for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Jim on twitter (www.twitter.com/obskenobs)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s analyze 10th century Japanese literature – this is episode 36 of Encyclopodia. It’s the Tale of the Bamboo Cutter!
Summary: Moon princess is adopted by poor old couple and shows up a bunch of aristocrats before flying away.
Further Research: Traditional Japanese Literature: An Anthology from beginnings to 1600; Zipes Books about Fairy Tales; Japanese Tales
Thanks to Sho for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Sho on twitter (www.twitter.com/ryorin)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s make some delicious food with no meat – this is episode 35 of Encyclopodia. It’s vegetarian cooking!
Summary: It’s like regular cooking except you don’t use meat (in America, that means beef, pork, chicken, or seafood).
Further Research: Oh My Veggies blog
Recipes mentioned in this episode: Thai tofu pizza (made with naan instead of pizza crust); Polenta Cauliflower “thing”; BBQ Tofu Sliders
Thanks to Emily for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Emily on twitter (www.twitter.com/emily_jkn)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s watch other people play the video game League of Legends – this is episode 34 of Encyclopodia. It’s eSports and League of Legends!
Summary: League of Legends, eSports, is the competitive playing of the video game League of Legends (LoL) and it’s one of the most entertaining and, to the younger audiences, most accessible sports to watch.
Further Research: Road to Worlds documentary on YouTube or just go watch a match!
Thanks to Mika for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Mika on twitter (www.twitter.com/vuvuzela23)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s use games to explore themes of sexuality, consent, and more – this is episode 33 of Encyclopodia. It’s sexy games!
Summary: An umbrella term that covers games from romance games to porn games to sex-ed games – anything that is remotely related to sexy games.
Further Research: Sexy microtalks from GDC 2019
Thanks to Aubrey for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Aubrey on twitter (www.twitter.com/lynnfactor)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s relive the best television of the 90’s – this is episode 32 of Encyclopodia. It’s Boy Meets World!
Summary: A ’90’s sitcom that chronicles the growing up stories of Cory Matthews, his best friend Shawn Hunter, and lifelong sweetheart Topanga Lawrence.
Further Research: Boy Meets World: Back to the Beginning on Youtube.
Thanks to Gillian for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Gillian’s pup Feeny on instagram (www.instagram.com/feenytheweeny)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s got get autographs from Mickey and Goofy – this is episode 31 of Encyclopodia. It’s Disneyland!
Summary: The place where you can leave the world behind and just have joy.
Further Research: Disneyland Instagram Bloggers, including @disneylandtourguide, @disneyland_allfun, @disneylandnewstoday
Thanks to Brooklyn for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Brooklyn on twitter (www.twitter.com/br00klynb0und)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s go to the brewery – this is episode 30 of Encyclopodia. It’s IPAs!
Summary: hop-forward beer with infinite flavor possibilities.
Further Research: Find a local brewery and talk to people there and try some new beers!
Thanks to Kristen for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Kristen on twitter (www.twitter.com/itskeeks)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s go to the globe theatre – this is episode 29 of Encyclopodia. It’s Richard III!
Summary: One man’s crippling journey to power.
Further Research: The Hollow Crown, season 2, episode 3: Richard III
Thanks to Margaret for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s roll a 20-sided die and go on an adventure – this is episode 28 of Encyclopodia. It’s Dungeon-mastering D&D!
Summary: Being a dungeonmaster is at the intersection of being a fireside storyteller, a shepherd, and an all-powerful, all-knowing god.
Further Research: D&D Starter Set
Thanks to Greg for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Greg on twitter (www.twitter.com/gregdotexe)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s change the world with stories – this is episode 27 of Encyclopodia. It’s Storytelling as Activism!
Summary: Human connection is always going to be more powerful than dry facts or figures and stories have the unique power to hit someone in their heart.
Further Research: Tomorrow Will Be Different by Sarah McBride
Thanks to Rebecca for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Rebecca on twitter (www.twitter.com/RebeccaKling)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s explore themes of humanity and goodness with Donald and Goofy – this is episode 26 of Encyclopodia. It’s Kingdom Hearts!
Summary: Kingdom Hearts is a JRPG (or anime game) that explores the classic battle between light and dark and asks whether, when confronted with the fact that there’s darkness in every heart, we should succumb to that darkness, reject it entirely in pursuit of light, or seek balance between the light and dark within ourselves, and also Mickey Mouse is there.
Further Research: About Kingdom Hearts: The Story So Far game collection
About gaming: Games Done Quick events
After the episode, Finn created a presentation called “Stuff I Forgot to say in my Encyclopodia Interview about Kingdom Hearts.”
Thanks to Finn for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Finn on twitter (www.twitter.com/henry_pootel)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s prepare for launch – this is episode 25 of Encyclopodia. It’s Women in American Space Exploration!
Summary: The struggles of women to break into all areas of space exploration reflects the struggles of women to attain equality in all areas of life.
Further Research: Mercury 13 book (and documentary)
Thanks to Nanci for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Nanci on twitter (www.twitter.com/nancipants)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s go see some classic monster movies – this is episode 24 of Encyclopodia. It’s King Kong vs. Godzilla!
Summary: A launching point for a franchise that has lasted for 30 films and basically defines the giant monster movie genre.
Further Research: Toho Kingdom fansite
Thanks to Ben for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Ben on twitter (www.twitter.com/benergizer1)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s reduce our plastic footprint – this is episode 23 of Encyclopodia. It’s Plastic Waste Reduction!
Summary: Here are things you might not have thought about that can help you use less, save money, and save the Earth…
Further Research: No Impact Man book and movie.
Thanks to Julie for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Julie’s band on instagram (www.instagram.com/antsonalogmusic)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s discover the world of K-pop – this is episode 22 of Encyclopodia. It’s BTS!
Summary: BTS is a South Korean boy band consisting of seven members that are slowly but surely taking over the world and you should pay attention to them.
Further Research: Caitlin’s Intro to BTS Youtube playlist.
Thanks to Caitlin for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Caitlin on twitter (www.twitter.com/caitlinplesher)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s open up the hood of the car – this is episode 21 of Encyclopodia. It’s the internal combustion engine!
Summary: A way of propelling something using fire (fire being a prolonged, steady burn or a rapid explosion).
Further Research: Start with wikipedia and see where it leads!
Thanks to Charles for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Charles on twitter (www.twitter.com/ofmanynicknames)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s head to the rock concert – this is episode 20 of Encyclopodia. It’s electric guitars!
Summary: Like an acoustic guitar, but infinitely cooler.
Further Research: Fender Play tutorials from Fender
Thanks to Ben for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Ben on twitter (www.twitter.com/ferretliciously)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s go to the chicken coop – this is episode 19 of Encyclopodia. It’s backyard chickens!
Summary: Not just nuggets; chickens can make friendly, entertaining, and beautiful pets that have a surprising amount in common with dinosaurs.
Further Research: 1. Backyard chickens dot com forums 2. Murray McMurray Hatchery
Thanks to Megan for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow name on Megan (www.twitter.com/blogfullofwords)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s look back on the year that was – this is episode 18 of Encyclopodia. It’s 2018!
Summary: 2018 is the two thousand and eighteenth year of the common era, highlights of which included, but were not limited to, the increasing need for cybersecurity, significant discoveries on Mars, and the resurgence of witchcraft and astrology in popular media.
Further Research on cybersecurity: Politico cybersecurity coverage
Further Research on Mars: Science of the Solar System course on Coursera
Further Research on witchcraft and astrology: Tarot for the Wild Soul podcast; Cosmic Cousins podcast; the Serpent Cast; the Witch Wave podcast; Instagram accounts: @TatiannaTarot, theHoodWitch, HouseofHoodoo
Thanks to Eric, Dark Sapiens, and Julia for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow them on social media: www.twitter.com/ericgeller // www.twitter.com/darksapiens // www.twitter.com/zingiber.ji
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s light the candles for the Festival of Lights – this is episode 17 of Encyclopodia. It’s Hanukkah!
Summary: A winter festival of lights.
Further Research: 1. Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins by Eric A Kimmel 2. Queen of the Hanukkah Dosas by Pamela Ehrenberg
Thanks to Melayne for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Melayne on twitter (www.twitter.com/melaynebakes)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s go to the wrestling arena – this is episode 16 of Encyclopodia. It’s the WWE!
Summary: The pre-eminent professional wrestling entity in the world.
Further Research: 1. WWE Network Streaming Service 2. The Squared Circle by David Shoemaker 3. Andre the Giant documentary on HBO
Thanks to Tom for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Tom on twitter (www.twitter.com/darthinternous)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s go on a jolly holiday – this is episode 15 of Encyclopodia. It’s Mary Poppins!
Summary: It’s a movie about a magic nanny who comes and fixes a family and the misadventures that happen along the way.
Further Research: 1. Watch Mary Poppins! 2. Watch Saving Mr. Banks 3. Making of Mary Poppins YouTube documentary 4. Watch video about Pamela Travers by Lindsey Ellis called the Revisionist World of Disney
Thanks to Ash for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Ash on twitter (www.twitter.com/ersatzash)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s head back to the Reformation in England – this is episode 14 of Encyclopodia. It’s Anne Boleyn!
Summary: Anne Boleyn is one of the most well recognized English queens of all time but one of the least well known.
Further Research: The Creation of Anne Boleyn by Susan Bordo
Thanks to Abby for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Abby on twitter (www.twitter.com/abbymcecilia)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s fire up the telescope and ponder the big questions of the universe – this is episode 13 of Encyclopodia. It’s cosmology!
Summary: Cosmology is the study of the origins of the universe and how it has evolved since then.
Further Research: Cosmos by Carl Sagan – the TV series or the book.
Thanks to Mallory for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Mallory on twitter (www.twitter.com/malloryconlon)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s pick a tune out of the jukebox – this is episode 12 of Encyclopodia. It’s the Beatles’ White Album!
Summary: A beautiful, chaotic, weird, perfect mess.
Further Research: Just listen to the White Album! Also, take out a loan and then check out the super deluxe 50th anniversary edition of the White Album.
Thanks to Heath for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Heath on twitter (www.twitter.com/heathdwilliams)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
This is episode 11 of encyclopodia. It’s Congenital Heart and Organ Conditons!
Summary: Congenital heart and organ conditions are conditions you are born with and you may not even know you have until the doctors tell you about it.
Further Research: MedlinePlus or just good old fashioned Google.
Thanks to Nick for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Nick on twitter (www.twitter.com/snarkcast1)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s witness the fall of the Roman Empire for episode 10. It’s Daily Life during the Late Roman Empire!
Summary: It was a time when people thought things would proceed the way they always had and they didn’t realize the world was changing around them until it was too late.
Further Research: The World of Late Antiquity by Peter Brown
Thanks to Jay for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Jay on twitter (www.twitter.com/AdmiralJello)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s experience a magical transformation for episode 9. It’s Magical Girl Anime!
Summary: Pretty girls save the world!
Further Research: Find a friend who is an anime fan and ask them for recommendations and watch the shows together!
Thanks to Meg for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Meg on twitter (www.twitter.com/tspofnutmeg)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s head to our municipal government buildings for episode 8. It’s Civic Tech!
Summary: The overall usage and implementation of the most advanced tech sector practices and technologies in the public sector and for the common good as a whole.
Further Research: GovEx Data Points Podcast
Thanks to Swara for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Swara on twitter (www.twitter.com/spiderswarz)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s get into the Tardis for episode 7. It’s Dr. Who!
Summary: Dr Who is a show about change, and kindness, and education, at the forefront.
Further Research: An Adventure in Time and Space 50th Anniversary BBC documentary
Thanks to Charlie for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Charlie on twitter (www.twitter.com/cmwashby)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s go to the North Woods of Minnesota for episode 6. It’s maple syrup!
Summary: Maple syrup is a flavorful, natural source of sugar that is native to North America.
Further Research: University of Vermont Maple Syrup extension
Thanks to MJ for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s head to the Russian cathedral for episode 5. It’s the trinity icon of Andrei Rublev!
Summary: This icon has been one of the most important pieces of art in all of Russian history.
Further Research: Andrei Rublev film by Tarkovsky
Thanks to Sarah for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Let’s head to the theatre for Encyclopodia episode 4. It’s Les Mis!
Summary: The story of Les Mis is the story of a man who leaves behind his troubled past and finds faith and redemption through the love of a child and the love of god centered among the the real life events of the June rebellion in 1832 in Paris, France, while also examining, in quite detailed ways, many of the social ills of the era that are unfortunately timeless and universal.
Further Research: Les Mis 10th anniversary concert
Thanks to Sarah for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Sarah on twitter (www.twitter.com/SarahDemp)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Join me in the basketball arena for Encyclopodia episode 3. It’s Magic time!
Summary: The Orlando Magic are a professional basketball team in central Florida with a history of success and a lot of failure.
Further Research: “This Magic Moment” documentary.
Thanks to Austin for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Austin on twitter (www.twitter.com/blankitout)!
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Episode 2 of Encyclopodia is gonna get dark. You better jazz it!
Summary: Unknown man kills innocent people with an axe, while they sleep in their own homes, and gets away with it.
Further Research: My Favorite Murder podcast (episode 60 is the Axeman episode)
Thanks to Kristen Bates for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Kristen on twitter (www.twitter.com/kristenkbates)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
It’s the very first episode of Encyclopodia! Brian Larsen and I review the members and history of the band Toto.
Summary: The little band of session musicians that could.
Further Research: Understanding Toto’s Africa; Toto Live in Cleveland in 1979; Toto Live in Tokyo in 1982
Thanks to Brian Larsen for being my guest on this episode of Encyclopodia. Be sure to follow Brian on twitter (www.twitter.com/lanewinree)!
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate
Welcome to Encyclopodia, a podcast about literally anything and literally everything.
This is episode 0 aka the placeholder slash explanation episode. Listen to me explain the inspiration behind this podcast (my brain is curious but easily distracted) and explain the premise (one guest a week will teach me all about their topic of choice, while I learn about the topic and how it intersects with the life of my guest).
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The Encyclopodia theme music is Bach’s Concerto for 2 Violins, adapted by Val. Check her out at www.soundcloud.com/valerate