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  • Fun Facts About Shoes

    Fun Facts About Shoes
    May 22 2025
    The average American owns 19 pairs of shoes. We wear them constantly, but seldom give them much thought. Learn the name for the little plastic bit at the end of your shoe laces. The oldest known leather shoe, the Areni-1 shoe, is over 5,500 years old, predating Stonehenge and the pyramids. Sneakers with distinct left and right designs didn't appear until 1818. Nike's iconic waffle sole was inspired by a waffle iron used by co-founder Bill Bowerman. Lastly, the Netherlands is home to the world's largest shoe collection, with over 25,000 pairs. Want to learn more? Head over to my website www.funfactsdailypod.com and be sure to listen to my other podcasts Who ARTed: Weekly Art History for All Ages or Art Smart. For family fun, check out my son's podcast Rainbow Puppy Science Lab Fun Facts Daily is an Airwave Media Podcast. If you are interested in advertising on this or any other Airwave Media show, email: advertising@airwavemedia.com
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    12 m
  • Fun Facts About Dr. Mae Jemison

    Fun Facts About Dr. Mae Jemison
    May 21 2025
    Dr. Mae Jemison is a multi-talented individual who made history as the first African American woman to travel into space aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour. Before her spaceflight, she served in the Peace Corps as a medical officer in West Africa. She holds degrees in both Chemical Engineering and African and African-American Studies from Stanford University and later earned her medical degree from Cornell University. Beyond her scientific achievements, she is an accomplished dancer, even considering a professional dance career, and she made a guest appearance on Star Trek: The Next Generation. After leaving NASA, she founded BioSentient Corp, a company focused on developing technology to monitor the human nervous system. Want to learn more? Head over to my website www.funfactsdailypod.com and be sure to listen to my other podcasts Who ARTed: Weekly Art History for All Ages or Art Smart. For family fun, check out my son's podcast Rainbow Puppy Science Lab Fun Facts Daily is an Airwave Media Podcast. If you are interested in advertising on this or any other Airwave Media show, email: advertising@airwavemedia.com
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    13 m
  • The Terracotta Army of Qin Shi Huang

    The Terracotta Army of Qin Shi Huang
    May 20 2025
    The Terracotta Army is a collection of thousands of life-sized terracotta figures depicting soldiers, chariots, and horses, created to accompany Emperor Qin Shi Huang in the afterlife. Discovered in 1974 by farmers digging a well, each of the estimated 8,000 soldiers features unique facial details and expressions. Originally, they were armed with real weapons and painted in vibrant colors, though much of the paint has faded. The army, part of a vast mausoleum complex, took decades and 700,000 laborers to construct, reflecting the emperor's obsession with immortality and his desire to maintain his imperial power in the afterlife. Want to learn more? Head over to my website www.funfactsdailypod.com and be sure to listen to my other podcasts Who ARTed: Weekly Art History for All Ages or Art Smart. For family fun, check out my son's podcast Rainbow Puppy Science Lab Fun Facts Daily is an Airwave Media Podcast. If you are interested in advertising on this or any other Airwave Media show, email: advertising@airwavemedia.com
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    13 m
  • Fun Facts About Axolotls

    Fun Facts About Axolotls
    May 19 2025
    Axolotls are unique aquatic salamanders known for their neoteny, retaining juvenile traits like external gills throughout adulthood. They possess remarkable regenerative abilities, capable of regrowing limbs, organs, and even parts of their brains. Native only to the Xochimilco lake complex in Mexico, they are critically endangered due to habitat loss and pollution. Axolotls have a versatile respiratory system, using gills, lungs, and skin for breathing. Minecraft added axolotls in 2021 to raise awareness about the endangered species, continuing the game's trend of featuring real-world animals. Axolotls have also inspired characters like Toothless from "How to Train Your Dragon" and the Pokémon Wooper. In Mexico, axolotls are a national symbol, notably appearing on the 50-peso banknote that won an award in 2021. Support Axolotls through the World Wildlife Fund Want to learn more? Head over to my website www.funfactsdailypod.com and be sure to listen to my other podcasts Who ARTed: Weekly Art History for All Ages or Art Smart. For family fun, check out my son's podcast Rainbow Puppy Science Lab Fun Facts Daily is an Airwave Media Podcast. If you are interested in advertising on this or any other Airwave Media show, email: advertising@airwavemedia.com
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    13 m
  • Heroes

    Heroes
    May 16 2025
    What defines a hero? Join us as we uncover inspiring true stories of heroism, from Cher Ami, the legendary WWI carrier pigeon who saved nearly 200 soldiers, to Togo, the brave sled dog pivotal in the 1925 serum run. Explore the epic Greek origins of the word 'hero' and marvel at modern-day courage: a five-year-old girl's fire rescue, a beluga whale's life-saving intervention, and an elder's fearless stand against a polar bear. Plus, get practical emergency preparedness tips, including the basics of CPR. Tune in to bust myths, celebrate incredible acts of bravery from humans and animals alike, and discover what it truly means to be a hero. Want to learn more? Head over to my website www.funfactsdailypod.com and be sure to listen to my other podcasts Who ARTed: Weekly Art History for All Ages or Art Smart. For family fun, check out my son's podcast Rainbow Puppy Science Lab Fun Facts Daily is an Airwave Media Podcast. If you are interested in advertising on this or any other Airwave Media show, email: advertising@airwavemedia.com
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    13 m
  • Fun Facts About the Eiffel Tower

    Fun Facts About the Eiffel Tower
    May 15 2025
    Explore the iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris like never before on Fun Facts Daily! Uncover unbelievable Eiffel Tower facts, from its unique puddle iron construction and how the tallest tower in Paris (about 330 meters tall) actually grows taller in the summer, to its surprising history of being initially disliked and its crucial role in World War I. Learn the truth behind Victor Lustig's infamous plot to sell the Eiffel Tower for scrap. Learn why many prominent Parisians initially detested this now-beloved symbol of Paris, and how it was only intended to stand for 20 years before its crucial role as a radio transmission tower saved it from being dismantled. Discover the secrets of its rapid construction, assembled like a giant Meccano set from over 18,000 prefabricated parts, and the history of its many paint jobs, including its current signature graded brown. Learn fun facts, a word of the day and some practical tips in just a few minutes every day. Want to learn more? Head over to my website www.funfactsdailypod.com and be sure to listen to my other podcasts Who ARTed: Weekly Art History for All Ages or Art Smart. For family fun, check out my son's podcast Rainbow Puppy Science Lab Fun Facts Daily is an Airwave Media Podcast. If you are interested in advertising on this or any other Airwave Media show, email: advertising@airwavemedia.com
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    15 m
  • Benjamin Franklin

    Benjamin Franklin
    May 14 2025
    Dive deep into the multifaceted life of Benjamin Franklin in this episode of Fun Facts Daily! We unravel the truth behind the legendary kite and key experiment – did Franklin really "discover" electricity, or is there more to the story? Discover fascinating insights into Franklin's daily "air baths," his practical inventions like bifocals and the Franklin stove (which he famously didn't patent!), and his pivotal role as America's first Postmaster General. Learn how this iconic Founding Father's diplomatic genius secured French support during the Revolution, explore his personal quest for moral perfection through 13 virtues, and pick up timeless productivity tips from his famed daily schedule. Get ready for a comprehensive look at the man, the myth, and the enduring legacy of Benjamin Franklin, a cornerstone of American history. Want to learn more? Head over to my website www.funfactsdailypod.com and be sure to listen to my other podcasts Who ARTed: Weekly Art History for All Ages or Art Smart. For family fun, check out my son's podcast Rainbow Puppy Science Lab Fun Facts Daily is an Airwave Media Podcast. If you are interested in advertising on this or any other Airwave Media show, email: advertising@airwavemedia.com
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    14 m
  • Fun Facts About Maple Syrup

    Fun Facts About Maple Syrup
    May 13 2025
    Explore the world of maple syrup on Fun Facts Daily! This episode dives into the fascinating process of "sugaring," where 40 gallons of sap boil down to one gallon of syrup. Discover how freeze-thaw cycles trigger sap flow, and learn about the Indigenous origins of syrup production. We also cover maple syrup grading, the dominance of Quebec's production, tips for storing pure syrup, and the unbelievable story of the Great Canadian Maple Syrup Heist, where thousands of tons of liquid gold were stolen! Perfect for those curious about natural sweeteners, Canadian history, and food facts. Want to learn more? Head over to my website www.funfactsdailypod.com and be sure to listen to my other podcasts Who ARTed: Weekly Art History for All Ages or Art Smart. For family fun, check out my son's podcast Rainbow Puppy Science Lab Fun Facts Daily is an Airwave Media Podcast. If you are interested in advertising on this or any other Airwave Media show, email: advertising@airwavemedia.com
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    13 m
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