Curiosity: Satisfied

Well, this is it! We had a great final episode and live show. Thank you to everyone who came out and for everyone who ever listened to this podcast! Your support has been amazing and there will be more creative projects to come! Follow us on Facebook at: facebook.com/brendanlettuceandtroy and Instagram: instagram.com/blettuceandt Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com

We, Brendan and Troy, present what we've learned throughout the process of hosting a weekly podcast for one year. The do's, the don'ts, and general podcasting tips from our experience. If there was something like this out when we were starting, it would have been invaluable. So we hope you find it to be useful, or at least interesting. Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

In this episode, Troy interviews a friend, entrepreneur, and all-around funny guy. Leo has done some stand-up, improv, and has started his own very successful hotdog cart! This episode is full of laughs, and we're excited to see what he gets up to next! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

What is the Dark Web? The Deep Web? Is 97% of the internet really illegal? Find out this and more as we sit it with our resident subject matter expert on cyber-security, Mariah! We had a great time on this one so we hope you enjoy it! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

Find out about Preston's unavoidable journey to becoming a "music guy". With a good chunk of experience in the visual arts, he ended up at his passion: music production, mixing, and mastering. And he did the music for this podcast! This was a great one; thanks for everything, Preston :) Check out his music! https://soundcloud.com/prestonlull Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

We sit down with our good friend Spencer as he regales us with tales of the very origins of Poker itself! Tons of good tidbits here and a great picture of the world that brought Poker into existence and popularity. Thank you, Spencer, for your company and great research! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

Troy sits down with Rikki to discuss her experiences working in the fishing business up in Alaska. It's an interesting world with lots of hard work, but because of that, it can be very rewarding! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

Join us in this episode as Keppi and Troy discuss the miracles of childbirth - specifically multiples! Learn about twins, triplets, quadruplets and more and what makes the difference between fraternal twins and identical twins. This is certainly a great one. Thank you to Keppi for your contributions :) Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

We take a look at some popular Christmas traditions and where they came from. Have you ever wondered why one would put a tree in their house? Or hang socks above their fire? Well, you’ll find out in this episode! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

We sit down with Ryn as she presents her research on the Electoral College: how it works, how it originated, and its ups and downs. This is a good one that really sheds some light on our democratic process. Thanks, Ryn, for your fantastic informative and enjoyable company! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

Whether it’s brewed at home or at a cafe, many see coffee as a delightful part of their daily routine. But have you ever wondered about its origin? Where did it come from and how did it become such a fixture? And beyond that, what are the steps involved in transforming coffee from a plant to a warm comforting beverage? Our guest, Keppi, works at a premium coffee roasting company and she sheds some light on all of this. This episode will really perk you up! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

Take a look into the mind of a successful artist - Polywomple. We discuss things like: what is art, why he does it, when did he start, and more! This was an interesting episode that left us wanting to discuss more and more! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

We take a look at the origins of Thanksgiving Day and the evolution of Black Friday. From the ancient Egyptians all the way to present day! Join us for our Thanksgiving feast and gobble gobble down some delicious factoids! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

Have you ever thought about living on the road? Traveling full time and having with you everything you need? Well, that is possible with “van life”. We sit down with an old friend who has taken to living a lifestyle along this line. Though he doesn’t travel full-time, he does live in a van and we discuss this lifestyle along with his van-build. Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

The Library of Alexandria was part of a greater center of learning that produced some of the greatest advancements in mankind’s history. We take a look at this history, and it’s unfortunate demise. A sad but important tale of humanity. Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

We took a little field trip out to a mushroom cultivation class and then interviewed the owner of Fat Cat Farms where they grow and sell gourmet oyster mushrooms. Fascinating stuff! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

What are the origins of Halloween and how did it evolve into the colossal candy crusade that it is today? We look into this and more! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

Did the Simpsons predict the future? In this episode, we take a look at some of the most convincing examples of this! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

We take a look at the origins of homesteading, how it has evolved throughout the years, and how the Homestead Act of 1862 was a HUGE economic stimulus for the American economy. Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

Where do we draw the line between art and artists? Should you support and consume the art of someone who has done things you consider morally reprehensible? Evan joins us this week to try to unpack this a bit. Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

We have a special guest on this episode, Amanda Rae! She tells us about her experiences with feminism - what it is all about? What about some of the controversies around it? How can we better understand the goals of the feminist movement? It’s a good one! Amanda is also the producer of a podcast called The Body Story Podcast. Check it out here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-body-story-podcast/id1467838030 Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

A penny saved is… worthless. We take a look at the penny - its history, its value, and whether we should even keep it around! Some of these facts are truly ridiculous! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

Take a look at some of the origins of Greek mythology and dig into the mysterious world of oracles and prophecy! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

This is the last bonus episode going out to the general public. The rest will be behind that dreaded paywall over on Patreon! In this episode, we dole out some advice you never asked for... but really, we all have experiences in life so we wanted to share some of what we've learned in this crazy crazy world. Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

We are joined once again by subject matter expert in cybersecurity, Mariah (@pliggity)! Mariah tells us about the origins of hacking itself and also some of the biggest hacks that have happened that many don’t even know about! These hacks have had a huge influence on the development of cyber-security and technology in general. You can find Mariah on Twitter and Instagram (@pliggity) and she’d be happy to answer any questions you might have! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

We're joined in this episode by subject matter expert in cybersecurity, Mariah! We discuss some basic errors made with passwords and what can be done to improve security. We also dip into the deep web and the dark web - spooky! You can find Mariah on Twitter and Instagram (@pliggity) and she’d be happy to answer any questions you might have! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

In this episode, we take a look at an interesting phenomenon dubbed “The Mandela Effect”. From the death of Nelson Mandela to the Berenstain Bears, several famous movie quotes, and more! Do we live in a parallel universe? Are we just crazy? Perhaps these examples will help answer those questions! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

In this episode, we sit down with Taylor Anderson and discuss how she evolved from being a hardcore 3rd-wave Feminist to an Anarcho-Capitalist. Both are very interesting ideologies! You can find Taylor on Facebook at:Taylor Marie Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

We take a look at one of the strangest fruits out there - the avocado. This tasty little bugger had a hard time rising to prominence and we take a look at why. And what does Avocado have to do with testicles?! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

In our second bonus episode, we are joined by Keppi for a series of “Would you rather” questions. Many were submitted by listeners like you. But perhaps the most important question is “Would you rather become one of our patrons or leave a rating and review?” This is one of the rare questions where “both” is an acceptable answer! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

In this episode, we delve into the life of Socrates, from his renown as a soldier to his great influence as a philosopher to his tragic death as a result of his views and teachings. He was so influential that we still use his methods today! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

In this short episode, we answer a simple question. What do ginger roots (hair) have to do with ginger roots (plant)? Pic of a ginger chicken: https://tinyurl.com/y3sntma6 Pic of Prince Harry: https://tinyurl.com/y37oqf77 Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

We research and discuss the evolution of workday length, from no set time to 16-hour days, to 8-hour days and beyond! How did this evolution take place? Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

An engaging and informal interview with the amazingly talented Magician Illusionist Joseph Réohm. His story is inspirational for anyone pursuing ANY goal! Joseph’s links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/josephreohm/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JosephReohm Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JosephReohmOfficial/ Email us at Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

In this episode, we discuss various aspects of etiquette. What are its origins? Is chivalry dead? Are some forms of etiquette controversial?! Listen in to get the scoop! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

Huzaifa joins us in a discussion about a civilization without laws. What would be the result? Are laws necessary? Why? This episode turned out to be full of jokes but also some pretty deep thoughts. Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

This is part 1 of a 2-part discussion about laws and a lawless society. In this episode, we discuss some of the possible negatives that come from The People taking the law and justice into their own hands. From The Purge to Social Injustice, shaming, and cancel culture. Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

From the rude to the crude to the shows of gratitude, we cover various gestures and their evolution over time. How long has “flipping the bird” been around? Is the “okay” symbol really a symbol of white supremacists? This, and more! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

What makes a choice the right choice? When faced with a difficult decision, how do you pick a course of action? In this episode, we take a look at some Ethical and Moral Dilemmas and how we think we would act in these difficult situations. Starts off easy, but that certainly doesn’t last! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

We take a look at some of the most unethical psychological experiments. What’s the line that shouldn’t be crossed? Who should be in charge of drawing that line? Featuring: The Stanford Prison Experiment, The Milgram Experiment, The Monster Study, The Little Albert Experiment, and The Rosenhan Experiment. Mind Field: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iqKdEhx-dD4&list=PLZRRxQcaEjA4qyEuYfAMCazlL0vQDkIj2 Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

Fasting, it’s what’s for dinner. This episode is all about fasting. First we take a look at the physical side of it, and then we feature Huzaifa and look at the religious, spiritual, and mental side. Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

Zombie! Zombie! Zombie! And other songs we enjoy from the ’90s. We discuss all things zombies: What they are, where they come from, best weapon, survival plan, etc. Check it out! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

In this episode featuring Danny as our special guest, we take up the topic of aliens. Are we alone in the universe? Would you take up an offer to travel the universe with an alien species? We add in some juicy hypothetical situations to spice it up a bit. And this episode definitely gets WEIRD! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

It’s time we began to untangle the mysteries of the heart. In our first class, we’ll begin with learning the language of love. Featuring special guest, Tonya! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

In this episode, we take a dive into the deep and explore the superstitions around launching a ship, the origins of superstition itself, and why the sea is the birthplace of so many of them. Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

In this special bonus episode, Brendan and Troy discuss various powers and how some of them might not be so super after all. We include the opinions of our listeners and even a voice clip from one! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

Brendan and Troy discuss life’s most puzzling hypotheticals which raise points about morality, ethics, money and happiness. Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

In this episode, we discuss the most corntroversial food you will ever eat - corn. Hidden between the endless rows of corn is some pretty intense debate. We discuss topics ranging from its origin to its impact on the environment and humans. And yes, we include some CORNy jokes ;) Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

What will the future be like? Will the movies be right - flying cars, electronic implants, etc.? We discuss all this and more in this episode all about the future! Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

In our first Guest Episode, we take a dive into the mind of our good friend, Scott. What’s he got going on in there? Why does he do the things he does the way he does them? John Koenig’s video on “sonder”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AkoML0_FiV4 Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy

The subject of alcohol is discussed from all angles - its history, its origin, and its effects on society, past and present.    Email: Podcast@brendanlettuceandtroy.com Check out our Patreon for monthly bonus episodes and more! https://www.patreon.com/brendanlettuceandtroy