104: The Norwegian Butter Crisis
The 2011 holiday season was almost ruined by a butter shortage in Norway. It was so serious people smuggled the spreadable staple in across the border to avoid tariffs.
Episodes
Ungeniused
Ungeniused is a show dedicated to covering the weirdest articles found on Wikipedia and sharing knowledge you'll (probably) never be able to use in real life. Hosted by Stephen Hackett and Myke Hurley.
Episodes
103: Even More Unusual Sports
This week, Stephen and Myke cover three more weird sports — fox tossing, speed typing and rocket racing.
102: Pink Lakes
Not all bodies of water are blue, and not all saltwater is the same. On this episode, Myke and Stephen belly flop into the weird world of pink lakes.
101: $2 Bills
They may seem fake, but they are very real.
100: Beanie Babies
Beanie Babies may be cute, floppy toys, but they became one of the Internet's first fads, creating a mania for collectors and billions in profits for a reclusive business owner.
99: Air Guitar
Air guitar is far more than a cool way to impress a potential date. It's a worldwide phenomenon, complete with championships with complex rules and a wild scoring system.
98: NACA
Before that was NASA, there was NACA. Its engineers did some wild stuff.
97: Body Farms
Body farms are used to help scientists and law enforcement officials understand how external factors affect human decomposition.
96: Expiration Dates
What's the deal with "Best By" and "Sell By" dates? Will taking old medicine hurt you? All of that and more, as Stephen and Myke explore the rather non-specific world of expiration dates.
95: Nominative Determinism
They say a name can define a person. Sometimes, it just defines their job.
94: Two Talented Squirrels
Two (or more) small furry animals — Twiggy and Tommy — live on, in our hearts.
93: The Loch Ness Monster
Deep under the waters of Loch Ness swims a mystery that has haunted humankind for centuries ... or it could be exploding logs and hoaxes. Who knows?
92: Zone of Death
Due to an obscure legal loophole, it's theoretically possible that a criminal could get away with any crime — including murder — in a small corner of Yellowstone National Park.
91: The United States Navy Marine Mammal Program
For six decades, the United States Navy Marine Mammal Program has trained sea lions and dolphins to carry out missions around the world. This work includes detecting underwater mines, defending against attack swimmers and more.
90: SEALAB
In the 1960s, the U.S. Navy studied long-term diving techniques through the SEALAB program, which included a dolphin assistant, sabotage and a fatal accident.
89: Water Slides & Log Flume Rides
This week, the guys talk about water slides and give everyone some fast flume facts and FAQs.
88: Bouncy Castles, Tube Men and Other Inflatable Goods
From bouncy castles to dancing Tube Men, inflatable goods make life more exciting, unless you consider the danger or local laws.
87: The Buttered Toast Phenomenon & Buttered Cat Paradox
If toast always lands butter-side down, and cats always land on their feet, what happens when a cat falls off a table with a piece of toast strapped to its back?
86: The Great Exhibition and Crystal Palace
The first (official) World's Fair — and the building that housed it — were both incredible feats for their day.
85: World's Fairs
World's fairs have been held for over 200 years to highlight advances in technology and progress as the nations continue to march toward the future.
84: Balloonfest '86
It sounds like releasing 1.5 million balloons to raise money would be a good idea, but in 1986, the people of Cleveland, Ohio learned that it is not.
83: Plastic Flamingos and Garden Gnomes
There are a wide range of garden decorations out there, but some are far classier than others.
82: Reading Rainbow
Reading Rainbow was hugely influential on a generation of kids, but you don't have to take our word for it.
81: High Fives
High fives can be used as a rad greeting or a sick burn, and they can even help you keep from getting sick.
80: The Winchester Mystery House
San Jose, California is home to the Winchester Mystery House, a sprawling mansion built over nearly four decades.
79: The Seventh-inning Stretch
If you think baseball is boring and slow, there is good news: you get to take a break, even as a fan!
78: Rain of Animals
It isn't cats and dogs, but rains including fish, frogs and spiders have been recorded around the world.
77: 420
Started as a terrible codename by some high school friends in the early 1970s, 420 is now a worldwide phenomenon.
76: Three More Unusual Sports
This time, Stephen and Myke discuss extreme ironing, lawn mower racing and egg tapping.
75: Chicago Tylenol Murders
In 1982, a series of murders rocked the country and changed consumer packaging forever.