The Demon Core had the potential to be one of the most dangerous devices of the 20th century. In a stroke of luck, it wasn't used for it's original purpose. However, its path of destruction was just beginning. This week on Things I Learned Last Night, Tim teaches Jaron about the third atomic bomb: Rufus. Listen to this episode to learn why it was never used, what was really going on behind closed doors at the Los Alamos research labs, and why the bomb earned its new name The Demon Core.This show...
Feb 23, 2021•32 min•Ep. 58
Göbekli Tepe is an Archeological site in Turkey that could change everything we know about, well everything. This ancient monolith predates all the major wonders of the world by thousands of years. What's more is the early engineers at the build site showed an understanding that far exceeded what was previously believed to be understood in that day. This dig site could change the way we think about human history.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertisin...
Feb 16, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 57
Everyone is talking about Bitcoin these days, but what is it? Tim and Jaron sit down to talk about Bitcoin in 2021. They talk about Bitcoin mining, blockchain, other cryptocurrencies and what it could mean for the future of currency. The implications are more than just financial. The guys talk about what the world would look like if blockchain was used in other industries. This could really be the next big thing. If you're considering getting in the crazy world of cryptos then you need to learn ...
Feb 09, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 56
Travis was a beloved figure in this small town. The police officers knew him, he ate dinner with the family, but he's still a wild animal. Learn about Travis' life, his parents, and the day he snapped and attacked someone.MERCHANDISE: http://tilln.com/merchPATREON: http://patreon.com/jaronmyersFACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/tillnpodcastTWITTER: http://twitter.com/tillnpodcastINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/tillnpodcastThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in adver...
Dec 08, 2020•25 min•Ep. 55
Tim teaches Jaron all about billionaires. Who the richest people in the world are, how they got there, what makes someone a "billionaire", and how it's pretty unlikely that you'll become one.MERCHANDISE: http://tilln.com/merchPATREON: http://tilln.com/joinFACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/tillnpodcastTWITTER: http://twitter.com/tillnpodcastINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/tillnpodcastThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at h...
Dec 01, 2020•1 hr•Ep. 54
Tim teaches Jaron about Agent Garbo, a double agent who convinced Great Britain to hire him to sabotage the Germans. Without his contribution, the Invasion of Normandy may have gone very differently.MERCHANDISE: http://tilln.com/merchPATREON: http://tilln.com/joinFACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/tillnpodcastTWITTER: http://twitter.com/tillnpodcastINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/tillnpodcastThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact...
Nov 24, 2020•57 min•Ep. 53
Wild rides, underage drinking, and no adults. What could go wrong?? Tim teaches Jaron about Action Park, a theme park that is the subject of many lawsuits and controversy.MERCHANDISE: http://tilln.com/merchPATREON: http://tilln.com/joinFACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/tillnpodcastTWITTER: http://twitter.com/tillnpodcastINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/tillnpodcastThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker....
Nov 17, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 52
Underneath the Vegas Strip is a system of tunnels that is home to over a thousand people! Tim teaches Jaron about fascinating community, police response, and the ways they've adjusted to living in Tunnel Town.MERCHANDISE: http://tilln.com/merchPATREON: http://tilln.com/joinFACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/tillnpodcastTWITTER: http://twitter.com/tillnpodcastINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/tillnpodcastThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcas...
Nov 10, 2020•20 min•Ep. 51
Tim teaches Jaron about synthetic media, a method of content creation that relies solely on automated systems, like artificial intelligence algorithms. We learn about it's uses in video game content creation, and more recently, how it is being used to create deepfakes.MERCHANDISE: http://tilln.com/merchPATREON: http://tilln.com/joinFACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/tillnpodcastTWITTER: http://twitter.com/tillnpodcastINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/tillnpodcastThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime ...
Nov 03, 2020•56 min•Ep. 50
This week, Tim teaches us about Norilsk, a city in Russia that has been called "the worst place on Earth". From their 2 month long night, to their river of literal bones, Norilsk is a must-know TILLN tourism spot. Thanks for listening!MERCHANDISE: http://tilln.com/merchPATREON: http://tilln.com/joinFACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/tillnpodcastTWITTER: http://twitter.com/tillnpodcastINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/tillnpodcastThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in ...
Oct 27, 2020•52 min•Ep. 49
Jaron asked Tim to do less controversial topics and Tim delivered with this episode about Little Caesars. We learn about their history, marketing strategies, and maybe some little known facts about their late founder. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5714661/advertisement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 20, 2020•35 min•Ep. 48
Tim teaches Jaron about Second Life, a massive online role playing game that lets you reimagine your life and build anything you want, including a REAL INCOME! They talk about the start of the game, how people make a living from it, and what it has meant for international trade and regulation.Also this is real: http://iwanttocatfishsomeone.comAnd this: http://someonecatfishjaron.comThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us a...
Oct 13, 2020•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 47
Tim teaches us about the Richmond TV Vigilante, a masked prankster who leaves box TVs on peoples' front porches all across the city of Richmond, VA two years in a row. FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/tillnpodcastTWITTER: http://twitter.com/tillnpodcastINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/tillnpodcastThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5714661/advertisement Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...
Sep 29, 2020•27 min•Ep. 46
This week, Tim teaches us about MK Ultra, a CIA operation that used experimental tactics on unknowing citizens, detainees, and even their own agents. FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/tillnpodcastTWITTER: http://twitter.com/tillnpodcastINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/tillnpodcastThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5714661/advertisement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...
Sep 22, 2020•57 min•Ep. 45
This week Tim teaches Jaron about the international brand, Pokemon. We talk about it's origins, branding strategy, and the unintended effects of their popular game, Pokemon Go!FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/tillnpodcastTWITTER: http://twitter.com/tillnpodcastINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/tillnpodcastThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5714661/advertisement Learn more about your ad choi...
Sep 15, 2020•24 min•Ep. 44
At the end of World War II, Nazi scientists were fleeing to different countries to avoid jail or death. The United States found the plans the Nazis had for future weapons, and thought "We could use that."Operation Paperclip was the name for the coverup of moving Nazi scientists to the US, making them citizens, and then putting them in charge of scientific advancement in our own country.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact ...
Sep 08, 2020•58 min•Ep. 43
This week Tim teaches us all about I-400s, Japanese aircraft carriers that were used during World War II. FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/tillnpodcast TWITTER: http://twitter.com/tillnpodcast INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/tillnpodcastThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5714661/advertisement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 01, 2020•23 min•Ep. 42
Tim teaches us about the technology that would allow you to control your devices using only your mind! We talk about how it's developed so far, how it's used now, and what we think it could lead to.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5714661/advertisement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 25, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 41
We tried to record an episode over Zoom! It's been too long. Tim teaches us about Oak Ridge, TN. A town created during WWII for the purpose of developing the atomic bomb!This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5714661/advertisement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 27, 2020•22 min•Ep. 40
Tim teaches us about Natalia Barnett (Grace). We learn about her bizarre story of being adopted into a family as an 8 year old, even though doctors claim she is an adult woman who is a little person. Is she scamming a family into being their child? Or is she really a child, and her adoptive family just didn't want to deal with her anymore? FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/tillnpodcastTWITTER: http://twitter.com/tillnpodcastINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/tillnpodcastThis show is part of the Spreake...
Mar 11, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 39
Tim teaches us about the XFL, a spring football league making waves as a new competitor to the NFL. Tim takes us through their first attempt at becoming a league, how it’s different from the NFL, and their complicated past with network TVFACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/tillnpodcastTWITTER: http://twitter.com/tillnpodcastINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/tillnpodcastThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreake...
Feb 25, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 38
Tim teaches us about one of our favorite conspiracy theorists, Alex Jones. We learn about what started his mistrust of authority, how he rose to prominence, and the role conspiracy theorists play in shaping our culture.FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/tillnpodcastTWITTER: http://twitter.com/tillnpodcastINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/tillnpodcastThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5714661/...
Feb 11, 2020•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 37
Tim teaches us about the origins of the Atlantis story and the theories of where it may be located! Tim drank a Bang Energy Drink and can't contain himself during this episode. PATREON: http://patreon.com/jaronmyersFACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/tillnpodcastTWITTER: http://twitter.com/tillnpodcastINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/tillnpodcastThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5714661/adve...
Nov 19, 2019•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 36
The Battle of LA is an event that took place during World War II. We talk about the details leading up to that night, what we think happened, how the government probably lied (again), and how much we think small children suck!This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5714661/advertisement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 12, 2019•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 35
Tim teaches us about DB Cooper, a man at the center of an unsolved crime where he held a plane for ransom, parachuted out, and got away with it. We talk about the case, what happened, and who we think did it. Jaron eats Cheez-its from a bowl. PATREON: http://patreon.com/jaronmyersFACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/tillnpodcastTWITTER: http://twitter.com/tillnpodcastINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/tillnpodcastThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this...
Oct 23, 2019•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 34
Tim teaches Jaron about Capacitance Electronic Discs (CEDs). This was RCA's attempt at putting videos on vinyl discs, before releasing the VHS. Jaron points out how often Tim says "anyways", and we start bleeping Tim's normal words to sound like he's cussing.PATREON: http://patreon.com/jaronmyersFACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/tillnpodcastTWITTER: http://twitter.com/tillnpodcastINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/tillnpodcastThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in adv...
Oct 08, 2019•59 min•Ep. 33
Tim teaches us about John McAfee. An entrepreneur who pioneered the software that protects computers from viruses, and then sold his fortune and became a terrifying drug lord who lives in a compound in the jungle of Belize and maybe (probably not) killed someone or at least ordered their death.PATREON: http://patreon.com/jaronmyersFACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/tillnpodcastTWITTER: http://twitter.com/tillnpodcastINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/tillnpodcastThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime N...
Sep 24, 2019•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 32
Then 16 year old, David Hahn, built a fully functional nuclear reactor in his mom's backyard. Tim tells us all about the events leading up to it, some stories from David's personal life, and the safety techniques used in the incredible story of The Radioactive Boy Scout! PATREON: http://patreon.com/jaronmyersFACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/tillnpodcastTWITTER: http://twitter.com/tillnpodcastINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/tillnpodcastThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are inte...
Sep 10, 2019•58 min•Ep. 31
PATREON: http://patreon.com/jaronmyersFACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/tillnpodcastTWITTER: http://twitter.com/tillnpodcastINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/tillnpodcastTim teaches us about battle royale games. A game mode that has taken over the industry, and the minds of children everywhere. It's the secret behind Fortnite's wild success! They talk about how these games have taken over and what it means for the future of gaming!This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested ...
Aug 27, 2019•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 30
PATREON: http://patreon.com/jaronmyersFACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/tillnpodcastTWITTER: http://twitter.com/tillnpodcastINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/tillnpodcastJaron and Tim talk about popular dynamic duos and figure out who is who in each pair! Bob and Larry (VeggieTales), Joey and Chandler (Friends), Uncle Jesse and Uncle Joey (Full House), Michael and Dwight (The Office), Jim and Pam (The Office), Kim Possible and Ron StoppableThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are in...
Aug 20, 2019•13 min
