A Little Knowledge

Jackson Connor Joe Monaco
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Two lifelong friends grab the mic to talk about everything from culture and current events to random facts they half-remember from somewhere. Armed with a little knowledge and a lot of confidence, they break down big topics, small topics, and occasionally topics they probably shouldn't be explaining at all. It's equal parts insight, speculation, and good-natured nonsense.

  1. The Great Blue Conspiracy

    3일 전

    The Great Blue Conspiracy

    This week, Jackson drags Joe into the strange world of perception and forces him to confront a reality he'd rather ignore: blue birds aren't actually blue... and neither is the sky. What starts as a conversation about how our brains interpret light quickly turns into an uphill battle as Joe desperately searches for loopholes, sings a little Rosette, and attempts to derail the discussion every chance he gets.

    34분
  2. Joe Sees Red, Jackson Has Questions

    6월 27일

    Joe Sees Red, Jackson Has Questions

    This week, Joe takes the lead on a deep dive into the history, psychology, and cultural impact of the color red while Jackson jumps in with questions, observations, and the occasional derailment. From prehistoric cave pigments and royal robes to warning signs, advertising, politics, and pop culture, they explore why no other color has carried so much meaning across human history. Along the way they discuss why red grabs our attention, how it became a symbol of love, danger, power, and revolution, and why it still dominates everything from fast-food logos to sports cars.

    32분
  3. The Duck Difference

    6월 20일

    The Duck Difference

    This week, Joe and Jackson dive into the surprisingly weird history of duct tape, duck tape, WD-40, and PB Blaster. Why do some people swear by one product over another? Is Duck Tape actually duct tape? What does WD-40 even stand for? And can any of these miracle products really fix everything? Along the way, we explore military origins, rusted bolts, questionable home repairs, and other facinating crap.

    37분
  4. The History of English, Constantly Interrupted

    6월 13일

    The History of English, Constantly Interrupted

    What do Vikings, French nobles, Roman soldiers, and a terrible Sean Connery impression have in common? They all helped shape this week's episode on the surprisingly chaotic history of the English language.

    41분
  5. Big Trouble In Little Pennsylvania: Language Part 2

    6월 6일

    Big Trouble In Little Pennsylvania: Language Part 2

    In this episode, Joe puts Jackson in the hot seat with follow-up questions from our previous discussion on language and rhetoric. We explore theories about the birth of language, how humans went from gestures and sounds to complex communication, and the teachers who inspired us along the way. As usual, the conversation takes a few unexpected turns.

    29분
  6. Words, Myths, and Other Poor Decisions

    5월 30일

    Words, Myths, and Other Poor Decisions

    What makes language so powerful? Why are humans uniquely capable of persuasion, storytelling, and argument? This week, Jackson shares lessons from a college course he teaches on the origins of language and rhetoric. We dive into Greek mythology, ancient philosophy, and the foundations of communication itself—before wandering into territory that would almost certainly not appear on the final exam.

    28분
  7. Riobic Tompomiter: Lyrics Part 3

    5월 23일

    Riobic Tompomiter: Lyrics Part 3

    Why do lyrics matter so much to us? In Part 3 of our ongoing lyrics series, Jackson gives Joe an alternative pronunciation to iambic pentameter and takes a surprisingly serious dive into poetry, meter, rhythm, rhyme schemes, Greek storytelling traditions, and the musical DNA that connects ancient epics to modern rock songs all while we cross our wires. Somewhere along the way, we discuss Bruce Springsteen crowds yelling choruses, the origins of rock & roll, and whether most people actually know the words they're singing. Joe contributes confusion, interruptions, and moral support.

    32분
  8. Lyrics, Memory, and Misunderstanding Part 2

    5월 16일

    Lyrics, Memory, and Misunderstanding Part 2

    In this episode, we explore why people mishear lyrics, where the term "mondegreen" comes from, and how songs evolve through misunderstanding and repetition. We also do a short lyrical breakdown of the classic hip-hop track They Reminisce Over You (T.R.O.Y.) by Pete Rock and C.L. Smooth, discussing its themes and lasting impact.

    24분
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Two lifelong friends grab the mic to talk about everything from culture and current events to random facts they half-remember from somewhere. Armed with a little knowledge and a lot of confidence, they break down big topics, small topics, and occasionally topics they probably shouldn't be explaining at all. It's equal parts insight, speculation, and good-natured nonsense.

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  • 제작진
    Jackson Connor Joe Monaco
  • 방송 연도
    2026년
  • 에피소드
    17
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  • 저작권
    © 2026
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