WikiListen

By: Victor Varnado
  • Summary

  • Explore Wikipedia in a daily podcast with Rachel Teichman, LMSW, and Victor Varnado, KSN as they read articles aloud and provide light commentary.

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Episodes
  • Peekaboo
    Nov 7 2024

    Victor Varnado, KSN, and Rachel Teichman, LMSW, dive into the origins and meaning of "peekaboo," a game that’s entertained children for generations. They uncover how this simple hide-and-reveal game taps into early childhood psychology. The hosts discuss why peekaboo is universally beloved, and explore its timeless appeal across cultures. Get ready for a playful episode that’s all about the joy of surprise and discovery!


    Produced and hosted by Victor Varnado & Rachel Teichman


    Full Wikipedia article here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peekaboo


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    4 mins
  • Dumbing Down Re-visited
    Nov 6 2024

    To dumb something down is to simplify content to make it more accessible for people with lower levels of intelligence and/or education. The term was originally coined in 1933 in the business of making movies. Learn more about dumbing down as read by Rachel Teichman, LMSW and Victor Varnado, KSN.


    Produced and hosted by Victor Varnado & Rachel Teichman Full Wikipedia article:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dumbing_down


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    10 mins
  • United States Presidential Pets Re-visited
    Nov 5 2024

    Almost every single United States president has had pets, but on this episode, Victor Varnado, KSN and Rachel Teichman, LMSW focus on Dick the mockingbird, Rebecca the raccoon, and Billy the hippo. Celebrate the 50th episode of WikiListen by celebrating the 50 states' pets.


    Produced and hosted by Victor Varnado & Rachel Teichman


    Full Wikipedia article here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_presidential_pets https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_presidential_pets https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dick_the_Mockingbird https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dick_the_Mockingbird https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rebecca_(raccoon) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rebecca_(raccoon) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Billy_(pygmy_hippo) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Billy_(pygmy_hippo)


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    Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3UeCRj4p4EqBzoudsvN0Zg/featured

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    16 mins

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