Best Dave Knox Podcasts (2025)

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Why OLYRA's CEO Says Ignorance Is A Founder's Best Asset 22:33

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How can a century-old family tradition from Greece successfully disrupt the competitive U.S. snack aisle. I sat down with OLYRA President and CEO Yannis Varellas to discuss his fascinating journey transforming a fifth-generation flour mill into a modern consumer brand. He details his approach to market entry, the distinction between Amazon and D2C …

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Enablers of Rebellion with Dr. Cynthia Hatch 37:55

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In this episode of the Revolution 250 Podcast, host Professor Robert Allison welcomes historian Dr. Cynthia Hatch for a timely and eye-opening conversation about her forthcoming book, Enablers of Rebellion: The Colonial Court and the Road to the American Revolution, to be published by Savas Beatie in the spring of 2026. Hatch reveals a dimension of…

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Which female artist released the album Sweetener in 2018? 8:44

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Oi quiz crew — I’ve pulled a fresh round from the taps this week, and we’re kicking things off with a cracking pop question: Which female artist released the album Sweetener in 2018? You’ll get 10 free questions covering TV classics, parliament landmarks, football history, dance crazes, pasta shapes and more — perfect for warming up those quiz brai…

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Jon Swartz, Senior Content Writer, Techstrong Group 56:05

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In more than three decades covering technology, John Swartz has met a lot of people: engineers, journalists, CEOs, and he's got a story for all of them. As a student at San Jose State, he was part of a newspaper staff that was led by AP's Mike Lidke and included at least a half dozen other pioneers in tech journalism. As a reporter for 17 years at …

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Fort Ticonderoga & Henry Knox with Dr. Matthew Keagle 48:15

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This week t Professor Robert Allison welcomes Dr. Matthew Keagle, Curator at Fort Ticonderoga, for a vivid exploration of one of the most audacious logistical feats of the American Revolution: Henry Knox’s Noble Train of Artillery. Together they trace Knox’s remarkable mid-winter journey of 1775–1776—300 miles across frozen rivers and lakes, treach…

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Remembering Marcyliena Morgan - Keeper of the Hip Hop Archive at Harvard 19:09

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Today, we're thinking about Marcyliena Morgan, a keeper extraordinaire, a linguistic anthropologist who founded and championed the Hip Hop Archive at Harvard. Marcyliena Hazel Morgan was born in Chicago, May 8, 1950 and passed away September 28, 2025. We were fortunate to interview her in 2018 as part of the opening story in our NPR series The Keep…

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Which Band Brought the Sound of the 80s Back to the Pub? 6:33

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Oi quiz crew! This week’s round brings you music icons, ancient history, lunar sports, Netflix hits, and a few pub-friendly brain teasers from across the globe. 10 fresh questions, one pint-sized challenge. Love the quiz? Subscribe for 20 bonus questions every week. Alexa: “Alexa, play Pub Quiz” X: @petequiz · Instagram: @petespubquiz…

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The American Revolution and the Fate of the World with Richard Bell. 38:53

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In The American Revolution and the Fate of the World, historian Richard Bell explores how the struggle for American independence reverberated far beyond the thirteen colonies—reshaping politics, empires, and ideas of liberty around the globe. Bell reveals how revolutionaries from Boston to Bengal, Paris to Port-au-Prince, drew inspiration and warni…

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Which Band Was Born in Birmingham in ’78? 5:50

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Oi quiz crew! This week we’re hopping from classic pop duets and ancient law codes to office shenanigans, boxing headlines, foodie terms and a dash of sci-fi. Ten fresh questions to keep the chat flowing and the pints tipping. Alexa: “Alexa, play Pub Quiz” · X: @petequiz · Instagram: @petespubquiz

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"Mobs or the Martial Ideal" with Kathryn P. Viens, PhD. 41:28

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Host Professor Robert Allison welcomes Dr. Kathryn P. Viens, public historian and scholar, to explore how local histories have shaped Americans’ understanding of patriotism and the Revolution from the nineteenth century to today. Drawing from her essay “Mobs or the Martial Ideal? The Mutable Definition of Patriotism in Local Historical Narratives,”…

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The Birth of Rice-A-Roni 17:59

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The worlds of a young Canadian immigrant, an Italian pasta-making family, and a 70-year-old survivor of the Armenian Genocide converge in this story of the San Francisco Treat. A Canadian woman, Lois DeDomenico, marries an Italian immigrant, Tom DeDomenico, whose family founded Golden Grain Macaroni in San Francisco. Just after WWII, the newlyweds …

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Which City Has the Code DXB? 6:14

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Oi quiz crew! This week’s round is packed with everything from blockbuster directors and legendary musicians to geography, food, sport, and a sprinkle of philosophy. 10 fresh questions to get your brain warmed up before the weekend pint. Love the quiz? Subscribe for 20 bonus questions every week. Alexa: “Alexa, play Pub Quiz” X: @petequiz · Instagr…

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James Otis and Mental Health in the 18th Century 46:21

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In listening to James Otis, Jr.'s arguments against the Writs of Assistance in 1761, John Adams remarked that it was there that American Independence was born. There is no question of Otis' erudition or passion for liberty, but while he fought for the rights of his country, he was also fighting a personal battle for his mental health. We talk with …

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What is the official currency of South Africa? 6:11

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Oi quiz crew! This week’s free round is stacked with everything from British rock debuts and ancient European cities to movie legends, sci-fi classics, and even a pinch of sausage seasoning. 10 fresh questions to get your brain buzzing and your pint hand steady. Love the quiz? Subscribe for 20 bonus questions every week — the proper full pub night …

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Sir James Wright & the American Revolution with Greg Brooking. 40:21

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What does it cost to stay loyal when a world is breaking apart? Historian Greg Brooking explores the life and legacy of Sir James Wright, Georgia’s last royal governor, and the turbulent path from Crown colony to revolutionary state in his new book, From Empire to Revolution: Sir James Wright and the Price of Loyalty in Georgia. In this conversatio…

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Maribel Lopez, Founder & Principal Analyst, Lopez Research 43:59

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Back when Maribel Lopez left Forrester and became an independent analyst in 2008, she was taking a great risk. Independent analysts were not the force they are today. Social media was just getting going, blogs were still in their infancy, and podcasts were still called online videos. But today, in part because of Maribel's pioneering work in the fi…

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Bone Music - A Collaboration with 99% Invisible 20:21

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In the 1950s, some ingenious Russians, hungry for jazz, boogie woogie, rock n roll, and other music forbidden in the Soviet Union, devised a way to record banned bootlegged music on exposed X-ray film salvaged from hospital waste bins and archives. The eerie, ghostly looking recordings etched on X-rays of peoples' bones and body parts, were sold il…

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Which two countries share the longest international border? 6:01

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Oi quiz crew! This week’s round has chart-topping boy bands, mighty pyramids, grunge city legends, wine country trivia, and sporting glory. 10 fresh questions to keep you buzzing. Love the quiz? Subscribe for 20 bonus questions every week. Alexa: “Alexa, play Pub Quiz” X: @petequiz · Instagram: @petespubquiz…

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"When the Declaration of Independence was News" with Emily Sneff 39:46

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Emily Sneff, author of When the Declaration of Independence Was News explores how the Declaration spread across the colonies and the wider world—not as a sacred founding text, but as breaking news. Her book traces how printers, sailors, and town criers turned Congress’s resolution into headlines that shaped the very idea of independence. Historian …

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Infamous gangster Al Capone was based in which US city? 5:43

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Oi quiz crew! This week’s free round spans pop princess debuts, mob bosses, Spanish mega-cities, legendary games, rugby glory, and nursery rhymes gone viral. 10 fresh questions to keep your brains sharp. Love the quiz? Subscribe for 20 bonus questions every week. Alexa: “Alexa, play Pub Quiz” X: @petequiz · Instagram: @petespubquiz…

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Newport Gardner's Anthem with Edward Andrews 45:28

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Join host Professor Robert Allison as he speaks with historian and author Edward Andrews about his new book, Newport Gardner’s Anthem: A Story of Slavery, Struggle, and Survival in Revolutionary America. Together, they explore the remarkable life of Newport Gardner—born Occramer Marycoo in Africa, enslaved in Newport, and later freed to become a co…

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Aggie & Walter Murch — Family, Farming & Filmmaking 33:58

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Who released their debut album The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess in 2023? 5:55

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John and Hunter Rodych - Every Step Matters at Uxbridge Shoes! 36:53

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Uxbridge Shoes is stepping into their 3rd generation of ownership and Uxbridge Shoes has big plans ahead. Still providing Uxbridge with the same old personalized footwear attention, John and Hunter are looking forward to their brand new building and the next chapters of Uxbridge Shoes. Check out our website at www.uxbridgebeat.ca You can also find …

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Pilgrim Hall Museum, Plymouth & the American Revolution 41:40

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Donna Curtin, Executive Director of Pilgrim Hall Museum, the oldest continuously operating public museum in America, tells us about the surprising links between Plymouth’s Pilgrims and the Revolution. They spotlight the bold voices of James and Mercy Otis Warren, and explore Pilgrim Hall’s Revolutionary collections that connect 17th-century ideals …

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The Petronas Towers are found in which Asian capital city? 6:39

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Oi quiz crew! This week’s free round has collabs that made the charts, kings with too many wives, towers scraping the heavens, epic film quotes, and cricket legends. 10 fresh questions to keep your brains buzzing. Love the quiz? Subscribe for 20 bonus questions every week. Alexa: “Alexa, play Pub Quiz” X: @petequiz · Instagram: @petespubquiz…

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The Secret Behind SharkNinja's Unstoppable Innovation 23:34

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Ever wondered how a company goes from a single steam mop to a global empire of home and outdoor products? In this interview, SharkNinja's Chief Commercial Officer Neil Shah reveals the company's problem solving philosophy that fuels its rapid growth. He discusses how SharkNinja identifies consumer pain points, balances performance and value, and ha…

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Brainiac's Mission to Feed Young Minds🧠 26:07

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How do you tackle a challenge as vast as closing America’s brain nutrition gap? Mark Brooks, CEO and co-founder of Brainiac Foods, is answering that question by creating everyday foods packed with the nutrients kids (and adults) need for brain health and development. In this interview, he shares the brand's science-first approach, its unique retail…

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Third Anniversary Episode: Michael Nuñez, Editor Director, VentureBeat & Fred Vogelstein, Co-Editor and Co-Founder, CrazyStupidTech 55:16

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We all know the internet has significantly impacted media's business model over the past three decades, and the conventional wisdom is that AI will do the same. Many believe it will replace reporters, lead to computer-generated news stories, increase misinformation, produce more fake news, and generally make a struggling industry even worse. But wh…

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The 250th Anniversary of the Knox Trail Commemorations. 38:22

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We are just months away from the 250th Anniversary of Henry Knox's Noble Train. Join Professor Robert Allison in conversation with Revolution 250 Executive Director Jonathan Lane as we review the history of the Knox Trail and discuss plans for the coming commemorations. Tell us what you think! Send us a text message!…

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Which Pop Duo Raised Eyebrows with “Unholy” in 2022? 6:01

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Oi, legends – another Monday, another quiz! 🍻 This week’s free round takes you from controversial collabs to ancient emperors, cosmic measurements, and champions of both sport and music. We’ll also be chewing over K-pop milestones, sci-fi villains, and a bit of classic British telly. Think you’ve got what it takes? Grab a pint and let’s find out. 🧠…

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Revolution 250 Re-Podcast; The Last King of America with Andrew Roberts 32:15

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Due to a technical difficulty this morning we are offering a "Revolution 250 Re-Podcast." Today's podcast will be from December 7, 2021 on the epic biography of King George III by Andrew Roberts, the Bonnie and Tom McCloskey Distinguished Visiting Fellow at the Hoover Institution at Stanford University. In this podcast, Professor Allison and Profes…

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The Real Ambassadors — A Jazz Opera for Louis Armstrong by Dave & Iola Brubeck 36:15

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The Real Ambassadors is a poignant tale of cultural exchange, anti-racism, and jazz history. And it's a love story — between life-long husband and wife partners, Iola & Dave Brubeck and their vision for a better world. Appalled by the racist treatment of Black jazz musicians in the United States in the 1950s and 60s, the Brubecks wrote a musical ba…

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Which London Rapper Hit No.1 with Dave in 2023? 7:13

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Back at it again, quiz crew! 🍻 This week’s free round takes you from chart-topping collabs to historic firsts, currencies of the past, fantasy worlds, and some very strange sporting traditions. We’ll touch on Nobel winners, cult movie characters, legendary singers and even desserts sweet enough to distract you from the scoreboard. Think you can han…

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Johnson Hall with Ian Mumpton 45:54

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Johnson Hall, designed in 1763 by noted colonial architect Peter Harrison, was the grand estate of Sir William Johnson, the influential British Superintendent of Indian Affairs in New York. From this stately home, Johnson shaped alliances that helped keep many Indigenous nations aligned with the Crown during the struggle for American independence. …

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Which UK Boy Band Shot to Number One in 2011? 6:35

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Oi, legends – this week’s free round is packed with all sorts: chart-topping boy bands, mysterious military ops, Oscar winners, rugby glory, iconic guitars, and even a cheeky bit of text slang. From ancient wars to modern pop, there’s something here for everyone – and plenty to argue about over a pint. 🧠🍻 📩 Want more? Subscribe for 20 bonus questio…

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The Revolutionary War on the Cape & the Islands 44:43

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Host Robert Allison talks with Ron Peterson and David Martin about dramatic and little-known stories from Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, and Nantucket during the Revolution. From the fierce 1779 Battle of Falmouth to Nantucket’s divided loyalties, British shipwrecks, and the vital roles of African American and Native American patriots, this episode r…

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The Women's School of Planning and Architecture: Not Only Survive but Flourish 28:05

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The Women’s School of Planning and Architecture, popularly known as WSPA, ran for four summers from 1974 to 1979. You could learn woodworking in the morning and feminist theory in the afternoon, and then let loose and make candy houses in the evening. Childcare was free, tuition was minimal, and the locations were scattered throughout the country, …

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The Bolivian capital city of La Paz is notable for what reason? 8:12

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Welcome back, quiz crew! 🍻 This week’s free round has everything from capitals in the clouds to quotes from legendary wizards, epic rock bands, and sauces you’ll find in every British cupboard. You’ll face trivia spanning music, history, science, sport and beyond – all designed to keep you on your toes. Think you’ve got the brains to crack them? 📩 …

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The Franklin Stove with Joyce E. Chaplin 43:43

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It is easy to see the Franklin stove as just an invention to improve the lives of colonial Americans. The stove, like many of Franklin's inventions, went through a series of improvements as he explored the science of heat convection and thermal dynamics. Other changes and considerations came about as Franklin changed the fuel from wood to coal. Thi…

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Who is actor Chris Pratt's famous father-in-law? 6:09

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A brand new round of Pete’s Pub Quiz just dropped! This week, we’re digging into fruit-powered photography, legendary album covers, ancient geography, famous fathers-in-law and pasta with a cheeky name. 📩 Love the quiz? Subscribe for 20 bonus questions every week. 🗣️ Got Alexa? Just say: “Alexa, play Pub Quiz” to join in hands-free. 🐦 Got a score t…

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The Tragedy of Benedict Arnold with Joyce Lee Malcolm 43:26

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From Lucifer’s rebellion to Adam and Eve’s expulsion, from Lancelot’s betrayal to Macbeth’s downfall, stories of greatness undone have gripped audiences for centuries. For America’s Revolutionaries, the cautionary examples of Julius Caesar and Oliver Cromwell warned of leaders who turned against the people. No figure embodies this tragic arc in Ame…

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Allie Garfinkle, Senior Finance Reporter, Fortune 52:01

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Whatever stodgy image you have in your mind of the typical finance news reporter, I guarantee it isn't Allie Garfinkle. And yet still relatively early in her career, Allie has established herself as one of the best in that business with a resume that includes Forbes, The Deal, Yahoo Finance, and of course Fortune, where she serves as senior finance…

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Kibbe at the Crossroads - Lebanese Immigrants and Cooking in the Mississippi Delta 19:34

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We travel to the Mississippi Delta and the world of Lebanese immigrants, where barbecue and the blues meet kibbe, a kind of traditional Lebanese raw meatloaf. Lebanese immigrants began arriving in the Delta in the late 1800s, soon after the Civil War. Many worked as peddlers, then grocers and restaurateurs. Kibbe — a word and a recipe with so many …

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The Way of Water was the subtitle to which movie, released in December 2022? 6:14

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Put your trivia brain to the test with this week’s free round from Pete’s Pub Quiz! From Roman numbers to hip-hop legends, island clusters to explosive celebrations – it’s a proper mix of topics that’ll make you go “oof, I should’ve known that!” Grab a pen, pour a pint, and let’s see how many you can get right. 📩 Love the quiz? Subscribe for 20 bon…

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America 250 with Rosie Rios 42:53

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July 4, 2026 the United States of America will celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. There will be thousands of commemorations across the nation, but the national effort is being led by America 250, the Semiquincentennial Commission with its mission to Educate, Engage, and Unite for our national celebration. We had a c…

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Which body reflex is traditionally known as ‘horripilation’? 5:47

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Let’s quiz! This week we’ve got ten brand-new questions to warm your brain — and maybe even give you goose bumps 🧠 From Disney alter-egos to insect-based food dye, ancient tombs to fridge-related habits, it’s a glorious mess of mayhem and trivia. 📩 Love the quiz? Subscribe for 20 bonus questions every week. 🗣️ Got Alexa? Just say: “Alexa, play Pub …

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Dr. Vi Tu Banh - A Wise Dragon Supported By Elephants 46:07

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Local optometrist, Dr Vi Tu Banh came to Canada as a child with his family as refugees from Vietnam. Known as 'The Boat People' thousands fled facing starvation, threats of violence and wilderness survival. Several generous Uxbridge residents came together to sponsor the Banh family, welcoming them to our snowy small town with charity and goodwill.…

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The Battle for the Fourteenth Colony with Mark Anderson 45:24

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What a story about the American incursion into Canada, 1774-1776! Mark R. Anderson learned about this episode in a military history class--and then, as an officer in the United States Air Force during the Iraq and Afghanistan campaigns earlier in this century, he recalled what he had learned, and wanted to find a good book on the Canadian campaign.…

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Misadventures in Marketing: Are You Getting the Message? 1:08:54

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This week, we're highlighting another great podcast, Misadventures in Marketing, that is produced by our friends at the American Marketing Association San Francisco (AMASF). In this, the 4th episode of Misadventures in Marketing, hosts Steve Haney and Peter Farago dive into the fun-filled world of corporate messaging, start-up style. They discuss t…