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May 4, 2021May 4, 2021

196 – Breaking the Chain

The RUMOURS are true. Today, we get into the beautiful, messy, dramatic, complex story of everyone’s mum’s favorite late-1970s band: Fleetwood Mac. Get the dish on Mick Fleetwood, John McVie, Christine McVie, Lindsey Buckingham, and magical witchy godmother Stevie Nicks while reminiscing about the band’s incredible chemistry and musical output. Later, enjoy a quiz called “The Chain”!

[Music: 1) Fleetwood Mac, “Never Going Back Again,” 1977; 2) Frau Holle, “Ascending Souls,” 2017. Courtesy of Frau Holle, CC BY-NC 3.0 license.]

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196 - Breaking the Chain

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April 27, 2021April 26, 2021

195 – E Nervis Unum

Have you ever wanted to learn more about our nervous system, but didn’t know where to begin? You’re in luck, because today’s episode information is provided by a genuine neuroscientist! Get comfortable with your brain meat [and learn about some of the incredible scientists who won Nobel prizes for their research on the nervous system]. Later, take a quiz entitled “My Mom Said Watching TV Would Melt My Brain”!

[Music: 1) Pinky & The Brain, “The Brainstem,” written by Tom Minton, 1995; 2) Frau Holle, “Ascending Souls,” 2017. Courtesy of Frau Holle, CC BY-NC 3.0 license.]

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195 - E Nervis Unum

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April 20, 2021April 19, 2021

194 – Reign Supreme

After a long hiatus, we head back to Civics class for a lesson all about the Supreme Court. Learn about the history [and current state] of SCOTUS, how a case reaches their courtroom, and of course, notable landmark cases. Later, enjoy “The Case of the Mysterious Podcast Quiz!”

[Music: 1) The Supremes, “You Can’t Hurry Love,” 1966; 2) Frau Holle, “Ascending Souls,” 2017. Courtesy of Frau Holle, CC BY-NC 3.0 license.]

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194 - Reign Supreme

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April 13, 2021April 12, 2021

193 – You’re a Gem

Everybody loves a diamond–but what about the other gems that may not get as much attention? Today, learn all about semiprecious stones and their incredible history and uses. Later, take a quiz on Things That Used to be Rare!

[Music: 1) GEM feat. Elaskia, “Rich Girl,” 2017; 2) Frau Holle, “Ascending Souls,” 2017. Courtesy of Frau Holle, CC BY-NC 3.0 license.]

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193 - You're a Gem

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April 6, 2021April 5, 2021

192 – A Tale of Two Artists: Or, The Color War

It’s an Art World Grudge Match!

In this corner: With more than four decades’ experience, a Turner Prize, and a knighthood– British-Indian artist Sir Anish Kapoor! And in this corner: The much younger, positive pop artist championing mental health and social justice causes– English artist Stuart Semple! Who will prevail? Who will provoke the ire of the masses? Who will come across as our hero? Find out now! [And later, take a quiz called “Home or Away”!]

[Music: 1) OK Go for Sesame Street, “Three Primary Colors,” 2012; 2) Frau Holle, “Ascending Souls,” 2017. Courtesy of Frau Holle, CC BY-NC 3.0 license.]

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192 - A Tale of Two Artists: Or, The Color War

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March 30, 2021March 30, 2021

191 – May the Odds Be Ever in Your Favor

It’s another “Series on Series” here at Missinfopod Inc. Today, learn all about the hit YA trilogy The Hunger Games, including of course, its plot and influences. [This goes without saying, but: Spoilers ahead.] Later, take a quiz about songbirds [who are way more violent than you’d think]!

[Music: 1) James Newton Howard for The Hunger Games Original Motion Picture Score, “CS3 – Capitol Ship – Effie,” 2012; 2) Frau Holle, “Ascending Souls,” 2017. Courtesy of Frau Holle, CC BY-NC 3.0 license.]

In March, all tips to our PayPal and purchases from our TeePublic shop will be donated to the National Women’s Law Center.

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191 - May the Odds Be Ever in Your Favor

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March 23, 2021March 22, 2021

190 – Fourteen Days Later

Unless you live with a teenager [or possibly a professional football player?], you may be blissfully unaware of the massive multiplayer online cooperative game Fortnite. Alas, it’s time to learn all about battles royal, the three game modes of Fortnite, Loot Llamas, esports, and emotes. Later, take a quiz called “Two Weeks’ Notice”!

[Music: 1) Fortnite, “Default Vibe Lobby,” from Fortnite Battle Royale, 2019; 2) Frau Holle, “Ascending Souls,” 2017. Courtesy of Frau Holle, CC BY-NC 3.0 license.]

In March, all tips to our PayPal and purchases from our TeePublic shop will be donated to the National Women’s Law Center.

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190 - Fourteen Days Later

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March 16, 2021March 15, 2021

189 – The Three Unifiers of Japan (with Addy Lewis)

Addy Lewis (a.k.a. The Quizzing Ronin) becomes our guide through the history of the Warring States period of Japan. Together, let’s learn about the Three Unifiers (Oda Nobunaga, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, and Tokugawa Ieyasu), along with clans, shōgun, daimyo, samurai (and their weapons!), and so much more. Later, take a quiz about famous servants!

[Music: 1) RŮDE, “Eternal Youth,” 2017; 2) Frau Holle, “Ascending Souls,” 2017. Courtesy of Frau Holle, CC BY-NC 3.0 license.]

In March, all tips to our PayPal and purchases from our TeePublic shop will be donated to the National Women’s Law Center.

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189 - The Three Unifiers of Japan (with Addy Lewis)

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March 2, 2021March 1, 2021

188 – You’ve Got Great Taste

It’s time for a second installment of Lauren’s Series on Senses! Today, learn all about the uncomfortable truths about our tongues, what the five tastes mean for us as mammals, and some cool facts about flavors. Later, take a quiz all about famous restaurants and celebrity chefs!

[Music: 1) The Cramps, “You Got Good Taste,” 1983; 2) Frau Holle, “Ascending Souls,” 2017. Courtesy of Frau Holle, CC BY-NC 3.0 license.]

In March, all tips to our PayPal and purchases from our TeePublic shop will be donated to the National Women’s Law Center.

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188 - You've Got Great Taste

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February 23, 2021February 22, 2021

187 – Welcome to Shondaland

The former Queen of ABC is now the Queen of Netflix! Shonda Rhimes, the first Black woman to create and executive produce a top network series, is so much more than Grey’s Anatomy [though, that had a little something to do with her success]. Take a trip to shondaland as we chat all about Rhimes, her production company, and of course, those addictive, soapy, sexy, dramatic shows of hers. Later, enjoy a quiz called “Error: Location Not Found”!

[Music: 1) The Fray, “How to Save a Life,” 2005; 2) Frau Holle, “Ascending Souls,” 2017. Courtesy of Frau Holle, CC BY-NC 3.0 license.]

In March, all tips to our PayPal and purchases from our TeePublic shop will be donated to the National Women’s Law Center.

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187 - Welcome to Shondaland

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February 16, 2021February 15, 2021

186 – Let Us Have Peace: The Life of Ulysses S. Grant (with Muffy Marracco)

This week, we’re joined by the majestic Master Mind Muffy Marracco for an emotionally charged trip back to the 19th century and a tale all about that face on the U.S. fifty dollar bill. Get ready to perhaps see Civil War General and the 18th POTUS, Ulysses S. Grant, in a new light. Later, enjoy a quiz called “True Blue”!

[Music: 1) Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, “I Won’t Back Down,” 1989; 2) Frau Holle, “Ascending Souls,” 2017. Courtesy of Frau Holle, CC BY-NC 3.0 license.]

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186 - Let Us Have Peace: The Life of Ulysses S. Grant (with Muffy Marracco)

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February 9, 2021February 8, 2021

185 – Hear Hear! All About the Ear

It’s time for a new series: all about the senses! We kick things off with Hearing; learn all about the tiny parts of your ears, how sound gets to your brain, and a little about Deaf culture! Later, take a quiz called “The Sound of Silence”!

[Music: 1) Liisi La Fontaine and Amber Riley, “Listen,” from Dreamgirls (Original London Cast Recording), 2017; 2) Frau Holle, “Ascending Souls,” 2017. Courtesy of Frau Holle, CC BY-NC 3.0 license.]

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185 - Hear Hear! All About the Ear

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February 2, 2021February 1, 2021

184 – Chief Wilma Mankiller

In today’s episode, we honor the legacy of Wilma Mankiller — the first woman to serve as Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation. From her early life in Oklahoma and San Francisco to her return to Cherokee Nation, you’ll learn all about her incredible career and the many obstacles she faced. Later, enjoy a quiz called “This Ain’t It, Chief”!

[Music: 1) Joy Harjo, “Mankiller Honor Song,” from RED DREAMS, TRAIL BEYOND TEARS, 2010; 2) Frau Holle, “Ascending Souls,” 2017. Courtesy of Frau Holle, CC BY-NC 3.0 license.]

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184 - Chief Wilma Mankiller

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January 26, 2021January 25, 2021

183 – Gotta Catch ‘Em All! (with Michael Helmbrecht)

So how did a nice guy in Japan turn his childhood love of bug collecting into one of the biggest media franchises of all time? This week, we’re joined by the magnificent Michael Helmbrecht for a journey into the Pokémon universe. Start filling in your Pokédex as we discuss generations of the game, how Pokémon have infiltrated pretty much every aspect of pop culture, and of course, Pokémon You Should Know™™™. Later, enjoy a quiz called “Who’s That, Pokémon?”

[Music: 1) Pokémon, “Pokérap,” from Pokemon – 2.b.a. Master – Music From The Hit Tv Series, 1999; 2) Frau Holle, “Ascending Souls,” 2017. Courtesy of Frau Holle, CC BY-NC 3.0 license.]

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183 - Gotta Catch 'Em All! (with Michael Helmbrecht)

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January 19, 2021January 18, 2021

182 – Climbing Up on Solsbury Hill

Want to hear Lauren absolutely geek out on an extremely influential, 70-year-old British musician? Today’s the day! Learn all about Peter Gabriel, his time in Genesis and his solo work, as well as some of Lauren’s favorite songs. Later, take a quiz on Prog Rock Acts!

[Music: 1) Peter Gabriel, “In Your Eyes (Secret World Live),” 1993; 2) Frau Holle, “Ascending Souls,” 2017. Courtesy of Frau Holle, CC BY-NC 3.0 license.]

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182 - Climbing Up on Solsbury Hill

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January 12, 2021January 11, 2021

181 – Un-Mixing: Author, Author!

You know how some people […including us…] confuse which Brontë sister wrote which novel, or always mess up which guy with “Lewis” in his name is famous for what, or can’t keep all those famous pesky Russian authors straight? Then, my friend, this episode is for you. Later, enjoy a quiz called “Hi, My Name Is…”!

[Music: 1) Luca Stricagnoli – Fingerstyle Guitar, “Eminem on Guitar (The Real Slim Shady),” 2019; 2) Frau Holle, “Ascending Souls,” 2017. Courtesy of Frau Holle, CC BY-NC 3.0 license.]

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181 - Un-Mixing: Author, Author!

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January 5, 2021January 4, 2021

180 – And Then There’s (Lucy) Maud (Montgomery)… (with Christine Whelchel)

This week, we’re joined by the delightful Christine Whelchel who covers an author near and dear to her heart: L.M. Montgomery. While you may know her best for the cheery Anne of Green Gables series, Maud [as she called herself] had a remarkably interesting [and sometimes sad] life. Learn all about her personal life, published works, and lasting impact on Prince Edward Island. Later, take a quiz on Lucys, Mauds, and Montgomerys!

[Music: 1) Hagood Hardy, “Anne’s Theme,” 1988; 2) Peter Breiner and Don Gillis, “The Awakening,” from Kindred Spirits: The Anne Music Collection, 2005; 3) Frau Holle, “Ascending Souls,” 2017. Courtesy of Frau Holle, CC BY-NC 3.0 license.]

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180 - And Then There's (Lucy) Maud (Montgomery)... (with Christine Whelchel)

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December 29, 2020December 28, 2020

179 – Radiant Child: Jean-Michel Basquiat

It’s time for another art history class! Today learn all about the groundbreaking and tragic life of artist Jean-Michel Basquiat. Learn all about his style, love of NYC, and friendship with Andy Warhol. Later, take a quiz on Jeans and Michels!

[Music: 1) Gray (Jean-Michel Basquiat and Michael Holman), “I Wanna Go Back,” c. 1981; 2) Frau Holle, “Ascending Souls,” 2017. Courtesy of Frau Holle, CC BY-NC 3.0 license.]

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179 - Radiant Child: Jean-Michel Basquiat

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December 22, 2020December 21, 2020

178 – Un-Mixing: Doubting Thomases

It’s about time for a new series within our podcast series, eh? Today, Julia teaches us the difference between five historic dudes named Thomas and how to keep them all straight. Later, enjoy a quiz called “The Origin of the Tom-Tom Club”!

[Music: 1) Komiku, “I’m in the Not-A-Club,” 2019; 2) Frau Holle, “Ascending Souls,” 2017. Courtesy of Frau Holle, CC BY-NC 3.0 license.]

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178 - Un-Mixing: Doubting Thomases

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December 15, 2020December 14, 2020

177 – Home Among the Gum Trees (with Zoë Peate)

If all you know about Australia comes from Outback Steakhouse commercials [and Paul Hogan movies], then you’re in for a right treat! Zoë Peate, an expat Aussie and travel blogger now living in the U.S., joins us to talk all about the Land Down Under. From its history and geography, to pop culture and Animals That Can Kill You, Zoë has Australia covered. Later, enjoy a quiz called “Waltzing Matilda”!

[Music: 1) Slim Dusty, “Waltzing Matilda,” 1998; 2) Frau Holle, “Ascending Souls,” 2017. Courtesy of Frau Holle, CC BY-NC 3.0 license.]

Check out Zoë’s travel blog, Duende, and her ace Aussie Pop Culture Guide!

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177 - Home Among the Gum Trees (with Zoë Peate)

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