You Must Know Everything: Recent Episodes
Jeremy N. Smith and Rasa Smith
A parent-child podcast about all the stuff they don’t quite ever get to at school. Topics range from making scrambled eggs to achieving savoir faire, assessing a personal crisis to how to be twice as good at anything. We also talk through a poem together and answer a vexing question. Hosted by journalist Jeremy N. Smith and fourth grader Rasa Smith.
Special guest Mom turns a corner. Rasa answers a vexing question about spicy food. In between, they and Jeremy discuss "A Center" by Ha Jin.
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Jeremy shows his work. Rasa asks a vexing question about virtual reality. In between, they discuss "We've Been Discussing What It Would Mean to Have a Child in These of All Times" by Robin Myers.
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Rasa holds everyone responsible. Jeremy shares a vexing question about tickling. In between, they discuss "The Tyger" by William Blake.
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Jeremy checks his chair. Rasa shares a vexing question about sitting down. In between, they discuss "I Am Not from Here" by Isabel Zapata.
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Rasa lays a trap. Jeremy shares a vexing question about French fries. In between, they discuss "Don't Go Into the Library" by Alberto Ríos.
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Jeremy sticks the landing. Rasa shares a vexing question about speciation. In between, they discuss "Couplet" by Mara Panich.
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Rasa tames her temper. Jeremy shares a vexing question about animals. In between, they discuss "The Streets in the Sea" by Amos Russel Wells.
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Jeremy pares down his problems. Rasa shares a vexing question about granite. In between, they discuss "So We'll Go No More a Roving" by Lord Byron.
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Rasa turns in. Jeremy shares a vexing question about sneezing. In between, they discuss "The Company of Birds" by Sasha Moorsom.
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Jeremy finds fairytales. Rasa shares a vexing question about sleeping. In between, they discuss "Come to the Edge" by Christopher Logue.
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Rasa is enchanted. Jeremy shares a vexing question about crayons. In between, they discuss "Leisure" by W. H. Davies.
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Jeremy gets into groups. Rasa asks a vexing question about salt water. In between, they discuss "One of Us" by Joyce Sidman.
Rasa advocates agreement. Jeremy shares a vexing question about cats. In between, they discuss "I Lost My Talk" by Rita Joe.
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We're taking the month of August off for summer break. Have fun in the sun everyone and we'll be back in touch in September!
Jeremy researches right and left. Rasa shares a vexing question about snakes. In between, they discuss "Circumference" by Arthur Sze.
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Rasa goes solo. Jeremy shares a vexing question about plants. In between, they discuss "What Whales and Infants Know" by Kim Cornwall.
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Jeremy gives reality a shot. Rasa shares a vexing question about wheels. In between, they discuss "Hero and Leander" by Christopher Marlowe.
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Rasa questions correction. Jeremy shares a vexing question about fog. In between, they discuss "The Rose that Grew From Concrete" by Tupac Shakur.
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Jeremy finds new interests. Rasa shares a vexing question about darkness. In between, they discuss "Harlem" by Langston Hughes.
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Rasa makes waves. Jeremy shares a vexing question about déjà vu. In between, they discuss "Ghosts" by Graham Faust.
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Jeremy turns advice into art. Rasa shares a vexing question about fingers. In between, they discuss "Balloons" by Sylvia Plath.
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Rasa takes her time. Jeremy shares a vexing question about cans and bottles. In between, they discuss "Risk" by Anaïs Nin.
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Rasa and Jeremy join the Missoula Gives telethon and answer listeners' and viewers' personal vexing questions live on the air.
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Jeremy remixes Rasa. Rasa shares a vexing question about speaking. In between, they discuss "On Children" by Kahlil Gibran.
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Rasa fills her sails. Jeremy shares a vexing question about tails. In between, they discuss "Happiness" by Raymond Carver.
Jeremy makes a splash. Rasa shares a vexing question about COVID-19. In between, they discuss "Meeting at Night" by Robert Browning.
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Rasa and Jeremy are joining the Missoula Gives telethon LIVE this Thursday, May 6, 2021, at 7 p.m. Mountain Time (6 p.m. Pacific / 8 p.m. Central / 9 p.m. Eastern).
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And we joined the "Embarrassing Parent" episode of the "At Your Level" podcast to share 100% original Bad Dad Jokes!
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Rasa finds purr-fection. Jeremy shares a vexing question about favorites. In between, they discuss "Brother" by Mary Ann Hoberman.
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Jeremy turns back the clock. Rasa shares a vexing question about engines. In between, they discuss "My Brother, in Eight Panels" by Laurel Nakanishi.
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Rasa counts her blessings. Jeremy shares a vexing question about emojis. In between, they discuss "The Waking" by Theodore Roethke.
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Jeremy builds brainpower. Rasa shares a vexing question about commonwealths. In between, they discuss "In Praise of Self-Deprecation" by Wisława Szymbroska.
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Rasa clears out. Jeremy shares a vexing question about shelter. In between, they discuss "Out of the Rolling Ocean the Crowd" by Walt Whitman.
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Jeremy introduces an unexpected enemy. Rasa shares a vexing question about tennis. In between, they discuss "March Here" by James Schuyler.
Rasa finds time for herself. Jeremy asks a vexing question about opposites. In between, they discuss "Reverse Living."
Jeremy lowers his voice. Rasa asks a vexing question about windows. In between, they discuss "Hive" by Kevin Young.
Rasa makes the most of uncertainty. Jeremy asks a vexing question about leadership. In between, they discuss "December 10" by Deborah Slicer.
Jeremy offers a clothing consult. Rasa asks a vexing question about catnaps. In between, they discuss "Invictus" by W. E. Henley.
Rasa explores how to get to a good idea. Jeremy asks a vexing question about sunsets. In between, they discuss "Sea-Weed" D. H. Lawrence.
Jeremy shares a simple strategy for winning contests. Rasa asks a vexing question about space. In between, they discuss "The Way In" by Linda Hogan.
Rasa explains how to be more organized AND have more fun. Jeremy asks a vexing question about Valentine's Day. In between, they discuss "Supermarket" by William Stafford.
Jeremy gets serious about making fun. Rasa shares a vexing question about UFOs. In between, they discuss "Anecdote of the Jar" by Wallace Stevens.
Rasa's school is going back to more in-person instruction. With less time at home together, we're switching to one weekly episode of "You Must Know Everything." Listen for it first thing every Tuesday morning—or whenever you have the chance. Thanks!
Rasa demonstrates the ultimate argument solver. Jeremy shares a vexing question about sugar. In between, they discuss "Black Cat" by Rainer Maria Rilke.
Jeremy suggests a novel strategy for home office cooperation. Rasa shares a vexing question about Wi-Fi. In between, they discuss "Summer" by Jo McDougall.
Rasa argues animal lovers make better friends. Jeremy shares a vexing question about languages. In between, they discuss "Ah, Ah" by Joy Harjo.
Jeremy investigates everyday enjoyment. Rasa shares a vexing question about perspective. In between, they discuss "Ode to the Flute" by Ross Gay.
Rasa shares a theory about pleasing people. Jeremy asks a vexing question about the Internet. In between, they discuss "The sun changed colors" by Marjorie Agosín.
Jeremy offers a shortcut to assess your entire life. Rasa shares a vexing question about spiders. In between, they discuss "Incursion" by Kirill Medvedev.
Rasa demonstrates how to pace yourself. Jeremy shares a vexing question about goosebumps. In between, they discuss "After Ikkyū" by Jim Harrison.
Jeremy shows how little can be a lot. Rasa shares a vexing question about iPads. In between, they discuss "Dyed Carnations" by Robyn Schiff.
We're taking a few episodes off for winter break. Happy holidays everyone and we'll be back in touch in the new year!
In the third of three behind-the-scene episodes, Rasa and Jeremy interview Nick DeCesare about the awesome music we use in the podcast and Rasa hears our full theme song for the first time.
Rasa and Jeremy get invited to Alford Lake Camp in Hope, Maine to help make a podcast.
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Rasa and Jeremy get interviewed by a fourth grade class at Hopkins School in Hopkinton, Massachusetts.
Rasa explains how to help yourself by helping others. Jeremy asks a vexing question about dirt. In between, they discuss "Chamber" by Phillis Levin.
Jeremy recommends reversing. Rasa asks a vexing question about cooking. In between, they discuss "A Memory of the Future" by Elizabeth Spires.
Rasa exercises her cheek muscles. Jeremy asks a vexing question about literature. In between, they discuss "Selecting Things for Vagueness" by Ada Limón.
Jeremy explores a time-saving path to success. Rasa asks a vexing question about snowflakes. In between, they discuss "Grove" by Chris Dombrowski.
Rasa teaches how to get things done. Jeremy asks a vexing question about the sun. In between, they discuss "Invitation to the Voyage" by Charles Baudelaire.
Jeremy promotes his one-word worry-free philosophy. Rasa asks a vexing question about the alphabet. In between, they discuss "Talkativeness" by Michael Earl Craig.
Rasa explains how to manage your energy. Jeremy asks a vexing question about cameras. In between, they discuss Sonnet 43 by Elizabeth Barrett Browning.
Jeremy helps define a human being. Rasa shares a vexing question about religion. In between, they discuss "Walking Across the Atlantic" by Billy Collins.
Rasa teaches how and why to keep things fresh. Jeremy shares a vexing question about pigeons. In between, they discuss "Root" by Cedar Brant.
Jeremy shares a counterintuitive take on the seasons. Rasa asks a vexing question about leaves. In between, they discuss "Daughter" by Jon Pineda.
Rasa explains why hard things make you happier. Jeremy shares a vexing question about flames. In between, they discuss "A Gift of Godparents" by Bonnie Buckley Maldonado.
Jeremy teaches a lesson about building up to a big accomplishment. Rasa asks a vexing question about sea creatures. In between, they discuss "New York Street Cries in Rhyme."
Rasa tells Jeremy what grownups don't understand about Halloween. Jeremy shares a vexing question about the holiday. In between, they discuss "All Hallows" by Louise Glück.
Jeremy explains how destinations get you going. Rasa shares a vexing question about positivity. In between, they discuss "The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock" by T. S. Eliot.
Rasa explains our place in the universe. Jeremy asks a vexing question about cookies. In between, they discuss "The Surface" by Jorie Graham.
Jeremy shares the secret sauce for success. Rasa asks a vexing question about pipe cleaners. In between, they discuss "Everything Is Going to be Alright" by Derek Mahon.
Rasa demonstrates the power of overlapping circles. Jeremy asks a vexing question about airplanes. In between, they discuss "Dear God of Small Things" by Judy Ray.
Jeremy explains how to take care of anyone. Rasa asks a vexing question about eyebrows. In between, they discuss "Two Writers" by David Ray.
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Rasa offers a new perspective on life. Jeremy asks a vexing question about Bollywood. In between, they discuss "A Blank White Page" by Francisco X. Alarcón.
Jeremy shares a way to talk to someone you disagree with. Rasa asks a vexing question about sequins. In between, they discuss "A Narrow Road to the Interior" by Matsuo Basho.
Rasa touts fort making. Jeremy shares a vexing question about voting. In between, they discuss "Recurring" by Maggie Anderson.
Jeremy explains how to respond when a friend loses someone they love. Rasa shares a vexing question about mountain climbing. In between, they discuss "The Promise" by Jane Hirshfield.
Rasa celebrates doing things yourself. Jeremy asks a vexing question about animal dreams. In between, they discuss "My Friend John" by Robin Becker.
Jeremy makes the case for doing one thing at a time. Rasa asks a vexing question about bookmaking. In between, they discuss "Angle of Yaw" by Ben Lerner. With special guest, bookbinder Audra Loyal (https://www.thevespiary.com).
Rasa teaches Jeremy how to make anything pretty. Jeremy asks a vexing question about pizza. In between, they discuss "I Was There As Rain" by Sheryl Noethe.
Jeremy explains why weakness can be a strength. Rasa asks a vexing question about plastic. In between, they discuss "Becoming Weather" by Chris Martin.
Rasa shares the formula for any story. Jeremy asks a vexing question about history. In between, they discuss "Dream Cycle" by Harryette Mullen.
Jeremy makes the case for scratch paper. Rasa asks a vexing question about light bulbs. In between, they discuss "Today" by Frank O'Hara.
Rasa teaches Jeremy how hoverboarding practice makes perfect. Jeremy asks a vexing question about breathing. In between, they discuss "Soap Bubbles" by Nicole Dunn.
Jeremy explains how to know your fridge. Rasa shares a vexing question about slavery. In between, they discuss "Cut Grass" by Philip Larkin.
Rasa explains how colors control our emotions. Jeremy asks a vexing question about neckties. In between, they discuss "A Jellyfish" by Marianne Moore.
Jeremy thinks through what makes a great title. Rasa shares a vexing question about the birthday song. In between, they discuss "Rondeau" by Leigh Hunt.
Jeremy celebrates Rasa's 10th birthday in binary. Rasa answers a vexing question about community in time of COVID-19. In between, they discuss "The Morning Walk" by A. A. Milne.
Special guest Mom makes budgets exciting. Rasa and Jeremy answer a vexing question about pants. In between, they all discuss "Small Kindnesses" by Danusha Laméris.
Rasa and special guest Grandma teach a parent-approved way to play with your food. Jeremy answers a vexing question about country names. In between, they all discuss "Our Grandma Kissed a Pumpkin" by Darren Sardelli.
Jeremy shares a self-reflection insight from special guest Grandpa, who asks Rasa a vexing question about soap bubbles. In between, they all discuss "Caged Bird" by Maya Angelou.
Rasa explains why toys can be disappointing. Jeremy shares a vexing question about slugs. In between, they discuss Sonnet 18 by William Shakespeare.
Jeremy teaches Rasa how to compare pizza sizes. Rasa asks a vexing question about hair. In between, they discuss "Once" by Philip Schaefer.
Rasa teaches Jeremy how to be a good babysitter. Jeremy asks a vexing question about the Earth and Sun. In between, they discuss "If I Lived in That House" by Joseph McGeshick.
Jeremy shares a tasty way to make friends. Rasa asks a vexing question about handwashing. In between, they discuss "Alexa" by Jennifer Finley.
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Rasa teaches Jeremy the benefits of boredom. Jeremy asks a vexing question about cats and dogs. In between, they discuss "A Poet in New York" by Charles Bukowksi.
Jeremy outlines the cycle of oppression. Rasa asks a vexing question about bike helmets. In between, they discuss an excerpt from "Rainstem & Gravelcloud" by Rob Schlegel.
Rasa makes the case for maintaining your illusions. Jeremy asks a vexing question about women's suffrage. In between, they discuss "Elk Thirst" by Heather Cahoon.
Jeremy teaches Rasa how to make a fortune in lemonade. Rasa asks a vexing question about caffeine. In between, they discuss "my gmail makes you laugh so hard" by Diana Salier.
Rasa gets cubical. Jeremy asks a vexing question about dandelions. In between, they discuss "Like the Sun Down There" by C. D. Wright.
Jeremy makes the case for memorization. Rasa asks a vexing question about wrinkles. In between, they discuss "Roots" by Gary Snyder.
Rasa teaches Jeremy how to sew. Jeremy asks a vexing question about the oldest living thing. In between, they discuss "The Coming of Light" by Mark Strand.
Jeremy connects chocolate chip cookies and potato chips. Rasa asks a vexing question about skin. In between, they discuss "I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud" by William Wordsworth.
Rasa celebrates climbing. Jeremy asks a vexing question about ancient Athens. In between, they discuss "Eggtooth" by Sarah Vap.
Jeremy extols an example of great storytelling. Rasa asks a vexing question about pencils. In between, they discuss "Surfer at Wellfleet" by Miriam Levine.
Rasa shares a theory about book series. Jeremy asks a vexing question about smelling flowers. In between, they discuss "Poem Written from a Single Snapshot" by Patricia Jabbeh Wesley.
Jeremy passes on a pronunciation lesson. Rasa asks a vexing question about waterproofing. In between, they discuss "The Emigrant Irish" by Eavan Boland.
Rasa teaches Jeremy how to make something out of nothing. Jeremy shares a vexing question about Internet research. In between, they discuss "Nantucket" by William Carlos Williams.
Jeremy and Rasa step through a logic lesson. Rasa shares a vexing question about vacuum cleaners. In between, they discuss "When You Are Old" by William Butler Yeats.
Rasa teaches Jeremy about the life-changing magic of napkin rings. Jeremy shares a vexing question about traffic lights. In between, they discuss "Love Like Salt" by Lisel Mueller.
Jeremy shares a lesson about puppies. Rasa offers a vexing question about tendrils. In between, they discuss "A Blessing" by James Wright.
Rasa compares reading a book and getting to know people. Jeremy shares a vexing question about pepper. In between, they discuss "New York Tulips" by Eileen Myles.
Jeremy shares a new way to understand complaining. Rasa asks a vexing question about shadows. In between, they discuss "Breather" by Paul Muldoon.
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Rasa teaches Jeremy how to braid hair. Jeremy shares a vexing question about architecture. In between, they discuss "Clouds" by Ellen Welcker.
Jeremy and Rasa teach together about slotting. Rasa asks a vexing question about blood. In between, they discuss "Different voices, one sentence" by Marge Piercy.
Rasa teaches Jeremy the power of details. Jeremy shares a vexing question about recycling. In between, they discuss "The Summer Day" by Mary Oliver.
Jeremy teaches Rasa about denizens. Rasa asks a vexing question about muscles. In between, they discuss "My Muse" by Stevie Smith.
Rasa makes the case for fidgeting. Jeremy asks a vexing question about birth. In between, they discuss "The Owl and the Lightning" by Martín Espada.
Jeremy teaches Rasa how to be twice as good at anything. Rasa asks a vexing question about metals. In between, they discuss "Pied Beauty" by Gerard Manley Hopkins.
Rasa connects lattes and aliens. Jeremy asks a vexing question about lemmings. In between, they discuss a spring haiku by Koshu.
Jeremy shares an insight about traffic. Rasa asks a vexing question about jigsaw puzzles. In between, they discuss "The Bean Eaters" by Gwendolyn Brooks.
Rasa teaches Jeremy how to leave a note. Jeremy asks a vexing question about being nice to yourself. In between, they discuss "Recuerdo" by Edna St. Vincent Millay.
Jeremy shares a lesson about difficult conversations. Rasa asks a vexing question about headaches. In between, they discuss "Ode to My Socks" by Pablo Neruda.
Rasa teaches Jeremy how to make something squishy. Jeremy asks a vexing question about clouds. In between, they discuss "Manners" by Elizabeth Bishop.
Jeremy shares a theory about cooking. Rasa asks a vexing question about social distancing. In between, they discuss "When I have Fears That I May Cease to Be" by John Keats.
Rasa shares a lesson about lollipops. Jeremy asks a vexing question about Netflix. In between, they discuss "A word is dead" by Emily Dickinson.
Jeremy shares a theory about relationships. Rasa asks a vexing question about color. In between, they discuss "The Secret Sits" by Robert Frost.
"You Must Know Everything" is a parent-child podcast about slime, wrinkles, pronunciation, lollipops, traffic, aliens, fidgeting, how to be twice as good at anything, and all the other stuff they don’t quite ever get to at school. Hosted by nine-year-old Rasa Smith and journalist Jeremy N. Smith. http://youmustknoweverything.com