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Always Wondered

Always Wondered

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Always Wondered. A podcast that takes a lighthearted look at everyday life's little mysteries.

Have you always wondered who came up with the idea for mouthwash? Who invented the Slinky? Why do we bless someone whenever they sneeze? How come there are dimples on a golf ball? Or what is the origin of the phrase "heard it through the grapevine"? These are the sort of questions that stir our curiosity, and the answers may just surprise you. Join host Rick Peterson every week for a fun and breezy look at some of the things you have always wondered about!

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Episodes
  • Always Wondered - Monopoly
    Jun 6 2025

    On this episode, we're rolling the dice on the shady back story of Monopoly. Who exactly invented this cardboard battleground of broken relationships? And if you've always wondered where the Alphabet came from, we'll decode its ancient history from A to Z. Plus, we'll discuss the Rule of Thumb. Is it really a rule, or just an oddly specific finger preference? Join host Rick Peterson as he answers more of the questions you've "Always Wondered" about.

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    12 mins
  • Always Wondered - EP 10 Preview
    Jun 4 2025

    On this episode, we're rolling the dice on the shady back story of Monopoly. Who exactly invented this cardboard battleground of broken relationships? And if you've always wondered where the Alphabet came from, we'll decode its ancient history from A to Z. Plus, we'll discuss the Rule of Thumb. Is it really a rule, or just an oddly specific finger preference? Join host Rick Peterson as he answers more of the questions you've "Always Wondered" about.

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    2 mins
  • Always Wondered - Three Sheets to the Wind
    May 30 2025

    We've all heard the phrase: Three Sheets to the Wind. But where did it come from? On this episode, we explore the origin. And spoiler alert - it has nothing to do with laundry! Also, did you ever notice how your favorite cartoon characters only have four fingers? We'll get to the bottom of this animated four-fingered mystery. Plus, hear the curious case of Earlobes. Just why do we have these wobbly hunks of flesh? Join host Rick Peterson as he answers more of the questions you've "Always Wondered" about.

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    11 mins
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