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Today We Laughed...and Learned!

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If you're anything like Kris and Deb, then you are fascinated by pretty much, well, EVERYTHING, but can't seem to find the time-or attention span-to grow your knowledge. Our reasons behind wanting to learn range from pure interest and nourishing our brains to being able to carry on an intelligent conversation in social settings. The thing is, we get overwhelmed by all the information out there and find bite sized bits of information easier to digest than whole meals. Oh, and we like to laugh...A LOT. So, welcome to Today We Laughed...and Learned. Let's learn a new nugget of info together!

Episodes

Episode 31: See, We Aren't As Stupid As We Thought!

Poor Deb has been under a cloud of despair :( Why Deb? Why???? Well, it seems she has just been so frustrated because she listens and takes in so much interesting information on this podcast that she wants to remember it all...but for some reason...she can't. So should she quit the podcast? Is she too old for this? Why is everything she learns just flying out the window? (cue the Super Hero music) It's Kris to the rescue!!!! No Deb, there are a lot of reasons why you can't retain the information...

Oct 06, 20221 hr 25 minSeason 1Ep. 31

Episode 30: Fire, Brimstone and Steven Tyler

So, yeah, this episode derails over and over yet stays on track. Deb breaks out God's #1 best seller to teach Kris about all the things we thought had come from the bible, but didn't. This was alot of fun even though there was a tragedy while recording...listen to find out what was happening!

Sep 29, 20221 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 30

Episode 29: Soft and Wet --As Long As We're Together, Right?

Oops, sorry. Last week life got in the way of our fun. Anyway, did you know Prince's death is considered controversal and he may not have died the way the media reported? Well, thanks to the Simpsons the week before--Kris learned that his death may not be as simple as the media made it out to be. Come listen, learn and laugh while Kris teaches Deb about the life and death of music sensation Prince and decide for yourself what the truth is.

Sep 22, 20221 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 29

Episode 28: Deb and Her Sparkle Shooting Breasts

Well, what can we say...Kris knows Deb is seriously lacking in her knowledge of pop culture AND, although you can find this topic everywhere, Kris knows Deb will never look it up so, today Kris is covering the phenomenon known as the Simpson's Predictions!

Sep 08, 20221 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 28

Episode 27: Yes Deb, Gonads Are Testicles (on males anyway)

This week we have a great discussion about Debs garage door AND she teaches Kris the correct terminolgy to use in todays world. If you are confused or just want to make sure you are respecting someone's orientation, then you need to tune in. If you are short on time, feel free to skip ahead to about the 30 minute mark :)

Sep 01, 20221 hr 11 minSeason 1Ep. 27

Episode 26: A Call To Action-The Crisis in Yemen...oh, and squirrels

There is a horrific humanitarian crisis occurring in Yemen and has been for years. Kris attempts to take a complicated history as to why this war has been going on, who started it and why--and break it down so we all can understand it, kinda. There is an unprecedented amount of people starving to death, malnourished children and lack of clean water and basic medical supplies. Please listen and consider contributing to one of the organizations below. Kris then finishes the episode trying to light...

Aug 25, 20221 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 26

Episode 25: Does a Moose Have Two Humps?

Ok, well this episode has zero to so with a moose but it is associated with our two humped friends, the camel (isn't one hump called a dromedary?) Anyway, Kris shows off her lack of knowledge once again as Deb shares what she has learned about the middle east. For Kris' sake, she doesn't delve too deep but she does leave us wanting to learn more. Join us for our last show before we take off on vacation! Don't worry, you won't miss a week...as we recorded our episodes before we left...pretty smar...

Aug 11, 202250 minSeason 1Ep. 24

Episode 23: We Are All In This Together

Well, we were busy busy. So. Instead of not recording we decided to play a quick let's learn together game and Kris gave Deb an easy topic to learn. Meanwhile, Deb screwed Kris over :P

Jul 28, 202248 minSeason 1Ep. 23

Episode 22: Hammers, Teapots and Ducks...Oh My!

Yup, time to get ready to hit the road this summer...of course at the price of gas you will probably only go to the end of your driveway but, I digress. Bring us along!!!! This episode will get you into the vacation spirit with lots and lots of advice as to what to do with your time!

Jul 21, 202259 minSeason 1Ep. 22

Episode 20: A Very Slow Stroll, With Lots of Twists and Turns, Down Memory Lane

Well, let's just say we love to relive our childhood (teens anyway). We got off track so much we had to make this two episodes! Sorry! But, I think you will love Debs topic if you were a teen in the 80's. If you're of a different genre, think of it as a rambling history lesson that's not boring.

Jul 07, 202246 minSeason 1Ep. 20

Episode 19: The Head Cleaner from Mongolia

That's Fokken right! You are getting the episode you've been waiting for! It's the story of a set of twin sister's and their amazing life. This one is for the parents, not the kids. Mature audience only please :)

Jun 30, 202247 minSeason 1Ep. 19

Episode 18: Play It Again Sam!

Well, now its Kris' turn in the hot seat! See what on earth Deb picked for Round 2 of the Unnamed Game!

Jun 23, 202258 minSeason 1Ep. 18

Episode 14: Chipmunk Tunnels and A Friend Named Fifi

Did you know that the Curious George manuscript saved its owners' lives numerous times during WWII? We didn't either! Tune in for a fascinating cross-section of cartoon, wartime drama, a teddy bear of a man and woman who put the spunk in chipmunk!

May 26, 202257 minSeason 1Ep. 14

Episode 13: Dancing With the Dead

Lucky 13!!! You are going to learn so much in this episode...Deb sure did! It's Kris' turn again so you know it's a long one...but super fun! Expand your knowledge of events around the world and enjoy a good chuckle with us!

May 19, 20221 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Episode 12: Pass Me A Glass of that Graveyard Water!

What's there to say? Deb brings Kris' attention to the fact that she probably never read the books she was supposed to back in high school! Genuinely fascinating facts about a family of literary geniuses combined with gut-bursting laughter. We'll drink to that!

May 12, 20221 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Episode 11: Maple Covered Fish Balls?

Kris surprised Deb with a super fun episode this week about the Canadian Maple Syrup Heist. Only in Canada! It involves a kidnapping, beer, a black rock, Pagans and peas. You know, like any good heist! And Deb just can't get enough of fish balls and barrel rollers ... nuf said! Find out why!

May 05, 20221 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 11

Episode 10: Not All Comedy Is Funny

Grovel, happy, sad, funny? Deb takes a deep dive this week into a topic that is close to her heart. Although what could be a heavy topic, she handles it like a pro and we try to keep it light while learning a lot.

Apr 29, 202248 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Episode 9: Is it Tea Time?

We are not sure if today's topic is funny, horrifying or just plain informative. You be the judge! Kris tackles a tragic story coming out of a small town in Nagyrev, Hungary. An absolutely amazing true story about what happens to the poor husbands of Nagyrev when the women taste a little bit of independence!

Apr 22, 202246 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Episode 8: Fear the Frill

Well, Kris dug her way out of the pillow tunnel and Deb was told to stay in the closet. Today Kris finishes up her notorious episode with the Supreme court years and lots of fun facts you may not know about this cultural icon. And .. of course .. Kris manages to find some new facts about our last episode to show Deb she was listening.

Apr 15, 202256 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Episode 7: The Chop Chop Episode

Even though this episode has nothing to do with cooking or deforestation--we needed to call it this. Why? Well, as you all know, we are not audio engineers and we are trying every trick the Internet has to give us a better sounding podcast. This week, although the subject matter is fascinating, the audio is not...It took Kris all day and night of chopping and splicing to get this...if we went back to prehistoric times they would say, "topic, good. Audio, bad". But, we tried and definitely think ...

Apr 09, 202242 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Episode 6: A Rather Notorious Episode

Wow...thank you all so much for listening. Today, Deb will answer a burning question from a listener and Kris will tackle a topic that she is ashamed to admit she had paid no attention to! If you're listening from the U.S., you know about this notorious person, but will love hearing more. If you're not, well, you need to hear about her.

Apr 01, 20221 hr 12 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Episode 5: The Soulless "Seaman"

Deb picked a truly fascinating topic that really makes you think. The origins of the Patriarchy. How did the world's egalitarian beginnings turn into the patriarchy we know today?And also Aristotle was kind of a d!ck!Hope you enjoy!

Mar 25, 202259 min

Episode 4: A Potato on Wheels?

Kris' gut-busting journey into the origins of St. Patrick's Day. History, unique traditions and a bit of superstition. What more do you need? You will never see the color green the same way again.

Mar 17, 20221 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Episode 3: A Kris and Deb Discussion - Ukraine

We interrupt our regularly scheduled podcast to bring you a Kris and Deb discussion on current events. With the state of the world, we felt the Russian invasion of Ukraine was something we not only needed to learn about, but to understand the cause behind it. Although we both knew the topic this week, we did our own research in hopes of teaching each other (and you) about why this is happening and where it might be going.

Mar 10, 20221 hr 9 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Episode 2: The City That Fun Forgot? I don't think so!

Deb shares some pretty interesting information about (aboot?) her hometown Ottawa, Canada. Tarnished history? Yes. Haunted jail turned hostel? Yes. But just don't tell Deb Ottawa is boring!

Mar 08, 202253 minSeason 1Ep. 2
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