Beste Useless Info podcasts (2025)

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GEOGRAPHY- CARS- HISTORY 42:50

4d ago42:50

42:50

This week- Where is the foggiest place on earth? Who was the first person to invent the gasoline car? What fruit did the wealthy people of the past purchase? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto.

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Ding Dong Daddy - Part 2 - UI Podcast #235 57:58

8d ago57:58

57:58

Step into the life of Francis Van Wie, a streetcar conductor with charm, wit, and a string of marriages that captivated 1940s San Francisco, transforming a wartime distraction into a national sensation. Join the ride with the "Ding Dong Daddy"! Images, links, and transcripts for this episode can be found at https://uselessinformation.org/ding-dong-…

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CONSTRUCTION- MONEY- FASHION 42:47

11d ago42:47

42:47

This week- how much concrete is produced every year? How did some of the world’s currencies get their name? How much does 1 million dollars in $100 bills weigh? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto.

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CUSTOMS- SCIENCE- MONEY 42:52

18d ago42:52

42:52

This week- In what country is it an insult to the chef if you ask for salt? where in the world can a pregnant woman pee in a policeman’s hat, on purpose. When were the craters on the moon created? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto.…

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Ding Dong Daddy - Part 1 - UI Podcast #234 33:10

23d ago33:10

33:10

In 1915, a man known only as John F. Kennedy appeared in Kenosha, WI unable to recall his past or even his own name. With only a few cryptic clues and a suitcase marked with the initials "R.E.J.," he embarked on a journey to uncover his forgotten life. From the kindness of strangers to the shocking revelations of his true identity, this story will …

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MOVIES- GEOGRAPHY- LAW 49:57

25d ago49:57

49:57

This week- In what state is it illegal to ride an ugly horse? How much money did Tom Hanks earn for making “Forest Gump” and where is the world’s smallest volcano located? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto.

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COMPUTERS- LAW- SEX 45:57

1M ago45:57

45:57

This week- In which country could get you jailtime if you forget your wife’s birthday? Where did the expression “to testify” come from? When was the first webcam invented? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto.

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CARS- CONSTRUCTION- GARDEN 43:01

1M ago43:01

43:01

This week- Are figs considered to be vegan? What is the fastest way to cool down a hot car? Does your Jeep have easter eggs? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto.

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Retrocast #31 - UI Podcast #233 31:29

1M ago31:29

31:29

A man recovers his lost diamond ring through a chance encounter, manhole covers fly in Chicago, how to divide a Cadillac 57 ways, a man is fined for barking like a dog, and much more! Images, links, and transcripts for this podcast can be found at https://uselessinformation.org/retrocast-31-podcast-233/ You can follow the Useless Information Podcas…

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HISTORY- FOOD- SCIENCE 42:56

2M ago42:56

42:56

Today at 5pm on the iHeart radio app- What was the original name of the Widows operating system? Who was Leslie King Jr.? What is the most abundant of minerals in our bodies? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto.

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FASHION- CONTRUCTION- ANIMALS 41:00

2M ago41:00

41:00

This week on the show- Nick & Roy introduce a new topic- construction and architecture. How many nails do you need to build a 1,200 sq. Ft. home? What land mammal has the most teeth? Why do you lose your hearing when you yawn? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy.

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Who Owns Her Face? - UI Podcast #232 39:58

2M ago39:58

39:58

When 17-year-old Abigail Roberson's photo was printed on a widely distributed poster without her consent, it set off a legal battle that would forever change the definition of privacy. Images, links, and transcripts for this podcast can be found at https://uselessinformation.org/who-owns-her-face-podcast-232/ You can follow the Useless Information …

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Nick & Roy's 5 Years of Bloopers 43:18

2M ago43:18

43:18

It the annual 'best of' and bloopers episode. Nick & Roy look back at some of the funniest moments from the past five years. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto.

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NICK AND ROY'S TOTALLY USELESS CHRISTMAS SHOW 2024 43:18

2M ago43:18

43:18

Nick and Roy continue the tradition of bringing you a Totally Useless Christmas show. This year they find out how the holidays are celebrated around the world. Also, what Christmas song is dangerous to drive to? You may be surprised. How much will the gifts in the song "12 Days of Christmas" set you back? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. M…

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INVENTIONS- EXPRESSIONS- SCIENCE 43:41

2M ago43:41

43:41

The week- if you created a sitzmark, what exactly happened? Who is credited at the father of the computer? Is it safe to hold your pee? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto.

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Christmas Retrocast - UI Podcast #231 37:18

3M ago37:18

37:18

Christmas Retrocast! Includes: Tumbleweed replaces the standard Christmas tree for one family, a Santa who practically gave away the store, a policeman has a live turkey thrown at him for Christmas, and much more! Images, links, and transcripts for this podcast can be found at https://uselessinformation.org/christmas-retrocast-podcast-231/ You can …

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GEOGRAPHY- CARS- SPORTS 42:54

3M ago42:54

42:54

This week on the show, where did the expression “get the lead out” come from? Are tape cassettes and CDs still available in cars? Can a car that Leonardo da Vinci created in 1478 operate today? Listen, Laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto. .…

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MUSIC- DREAMS- MONEY 43:48

3M ago43:48

43:48

This week on the show- Nick & Roy speak to Canadian radio legend John Donabie about his in-depth interview with John Lennon. Also, in what country do people sleep on graves to communicate with their loved ones? How many coins can you put in a 4-litre jar? Listen, Laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensingto…

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Snatched From Death - Podcast #230 38:44

3M ago38:44

38:44

The harrowing true story of three airmen stranded on an unforgiving, desolate island after their airplane crashed off the coast of Greenland. After the search for them was abandoned, they faced the relentless cold and starvation, teetering on the brink of death. Would they be rescued in time, or would the merciless Arctic become their final resting…

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INVENTIONS- SCIENCE- CARS 45:51

3M ago45:51

45:51

This week on the show- can astronauts whistle on the moon? Which planet in our solar system is not named after a god or goddess? What is the world record for removing and replacing a car engine? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by Pete's Pizza in St. Catharines and …

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SEX- MOVIES- GARDEN 46:39

3M ago46:39

46:39

This week- Is there wood is space? What movie sent Sylester Stallone to the hospital? Can pine trees tell if it's about to rain? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by Pete's Pizza in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls.

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FOOD- SPORTS- GEOGRAPHY 47:50

4M ago47:50

47:50

This week- what place is the #1 distributor of mushrooms in the world? Which NHL team does not have a mascot? What are some of the names used to describe underwear? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by Pete's Pizza in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls.…

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Retrocast #29 - UI Podcast #229 1:15:15

4M ago1:15:15

1:15:15

Jill ChaCha of the podcast Well… That’s Interesting! cohosts! Includes: A debate over whether we should have female judges, a ventriloquist projects his voice to avoid paying a fine, why homely girls make the best wives, and much more! You can find Jill’s podcast here: https://www.airwavemedia.com/our-shows/well...-that's-interesting Images, links,…

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FASHION- MUSIC- MONEY 45:04

4M ago45:04

45:04

This week on the show- Was Cinderella’s slippers always made of glass? Why did men used to wear powdered wigs? How do penguins propose to their significant other? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by Pete's Pizza in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls.…

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Pet Rocks - UI Podcast #228 25:19

4M ago25:19

25:19

Something different in this podcast!!! I let podcast hosts Art Quinn and Cynthia Coleman tell one of my stories! It’s all about the 1975 Pet Rock fad and how it all happened. Images, links, and transcripts for this podcast can be found at https://uselessinformation.org/pet-rocks-podcast-228/ Comment on Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FlipSideofHis…

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EXPRESSIONS- ANIMALS- CARS 45:33

4M ago45:33

45:33

This week – If you are a phillumenist, what are you are collecting? Who is responsible for the vulcanization of tires? Which became the first state to issue a driver’s license to a self driving car? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by Pete's Pizza in St. Catharines …

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MUSIC-CARS- EXPRESSIONS 45:11

4M ago45:11

45:11

This week- Which is faster: the blink of an eye or the deployment of an air bag? Where did the word etcetera come from? Can you hold your nose and hum at the same time? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by Pete's Pizza in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls…

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Miss USA for a Day - UI Podcast #227 51:16

4M ago51:16

51:16

Back in 1957, Leona Gage had beauty, charm, and a crown—until scandal snatched it away. Just what had she done wrong? Discover the whirlwind rise and dramatic fall of the beauty queen who became an overnight sensation. Video of Leona on the Ed Sullivan Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LyUZaZtit_o Images, links, and transcripts for this podcast…

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FASHION- GAMES- MONEY 45:11

5M ago45:11

45:11

This week- What did Mark Twain invent that women use everyday? Why is the U.S. 100-dollar bill called a “c note”. What non-coffee product was sold in a Starbucks? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by Pete's Pizza in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls…

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SCIENCE-INVENTIONS- HISTORY 45:06

5M ago45:06

45:06

This week on the show- Is Ben Franklin inducted in the kite flyers hall of fame or the swimmer's hall of fame? Where did the expression posh come from? Did England really ban Christmas in the United States? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by Pete's Pizza in St. C…

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ANIMALS- FOOD- GEOGRAPHY 57:06

5M ago57:06

57:06

This week- Nick & Roy welcome Rino Mancini from Pete's Pizza to celebrate pizza month in October. Troy Burtch from Great Lakes Brewery talks about beer to commemorate Canadian Beer Day on October 9th. Also, can a hippopotamus swim? What continent is wider than the moon? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place…

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Retrocast #28 - UI Podcast #226 33:48

5M ago33:48

33:48

A man is forced to pay for the burial of a porcupine, a stowaway who hid inside of someone’s coffin, a cactus buried under concrete for 45 years, and much more! Images, links, and transcripts for this podcast can be found at https://uselessinformation.org/retrocast-28-podcast-226/ The Useless Information Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media pod…

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MUSIC- TV- SEX 50:56

5M ago50:56

50:56

This week- What famous musicians wrote or performed TV theme songs? Do most people prefer the lights on or off during lovemaking? Who holds the record for making over 800 tv commercials? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by Pete's Pizza in St. Catharines and Niagara …

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CARS- FASHION- HISTORY 44:52

5M ago44:52

44:52

This week- Which institution of higher education in the U.S., has the highest number of presidential alumni? Where did the blazer jacket come from? Why did Lady Godiva really ride on a horse in the nude? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by Pete's Pizza in St. Cathar…

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Winston Churchill Gets Run Over - UI Podcast #225 34:02

6M ago34:02

34:02

While Winston Churchill was crossing Fifth Avenue in Manhattan in 1931, he was hit by a car and thrown down to the pavement. Unable to move his fingers and toes, Churchill believed that he was paralyzed. Listen to this story to find out exactly what happened, the severity of Churchill’s injuries, and what consequences the driver of that car faced. …

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INVENTIONS- SPORTS- MONEY 51:40

6M ago51:40

51:40

This week on the show- What scientific mistakes became successful products we use every day? Who REALLY invented the light bulb? How many ATMs are there in the world? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by Tom's Place in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by Pete's Pizza in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls.…

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CELEBRATING 5 YEARS OF USELESSNESS WITH NICK & ROY 53:09

6M ago53:09

53:09

Nick and Roy kick off their 5th anniversary of Totally Useless Information looking back at the past 5 years, plus new useless Science and Geography information. Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy.

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Dubious Advice 2 - UI Podcast #224 21:03

6M ago21:03

21:03

An exploration of advice columns and their evolution over time. How have the questions and responses shifted over the past century? Some of the answers are bound to make you laugh. Affiliate link for elevenlabs.io, which was used for the AI-generated voices in this episode: https://elevenlabs.io/?from=partnerray4138 Images, links, and transcripts f…

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