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We're Kristen and Karla, two best friends who like history and anything weird. Each week we tell each other the origin story of something random that catches our fancy. We can't guarantee a lot of facts, but we're sure there will be a lot of laughs... or something.

  1. 03/29/2025

    45. Month Names... Or Something

    What's in a name? Kristen and Karla learn that if you're a month in the calendar, apparently it's nothing. Join us for some ridiculous conversations, good laughs, and learn about Karla's ideal calendar (fun fact: she has an irrational hatred of October).

    59 min

  2. 06/26/2024

    Michelin Stars or Tires... or Something

    Get ready for the return of your ever-curious hosts, Kristen and Karla, and our most surprising origin stories and fun facts yet! In this episode we delve into the history of the Michelin star and how it became a coveted symbol in the restaurant world. Kristen dishes out the secrets and Karla tries to digest the most confusing fun fact yet!

    44 min

  3. 08/04/2022

    Summer Break

    Hi guys! We are taking a short break for the summer! We will be back soon to bring you more fun facts... or something!

    1 min

  4. 07/28/2022

    43. Forensics... Or Something

    This week, Kristen digs up the evidence on the history of forensics! Maybe she can help Karla find a forensic audio expert to help her with technical issues? Only time will tell... or something.

    1 hr

  5. 07/21/2022

    42. Fire and Man... Or Something

    Technical issues don't stop our hosts from bringing you a flaming hot episode this week! Join us as we fan the flames of an old scientific debate: when did we learn how to make fire? Were our ancestors singing around the campfire millions of years ago? Did we learn how to make fire and never look back? And just how important is cooking to the story? We recommend you listen to this podcast when you are sitting by your campfire... or something.   We thank you in advance for following us on Instagram @podcast.or.something or emailing us at podcastorsomething@gmail.com

    59 min

  6. 07/14/2022

    41. Hotels... Or Something

    Hi Guys! Get your travel hats on because this week we are covering the origin story of hotels. So check-in, order some room service, and enjoy!  Follow us on Instagram @podcast.or.something or email us at podcastorsomething@gmail.com

    45 min

  7. 07/07/2022

    40. Dateline NBC... Or Something

    It is our 40th episode! To celebrate we investigate the origin story of one of our all-time favorite television shows: Dateline NBC! For legal reasons, let's just say that this is an unauthorized patchwork of fun facts about a newsmagazine show and the people who make it so worth watching!  As always, if you like what you hear, please consider following us on Instagram @podcast.or.something or email us at podcastorsomething@gmail.com

    1h 20m

  8. 06/30/2022

    39. Canada (Part Two)... Or Something

    Happy Canada Day, Listeners! Grab a Caesar and some poutine and join us for Part 2 of our episode dedicated to all things Canada! Your hosts reenact iconic commercials and lose their minds over some surprising Canadian inventions... or something! If you like what you hear, please follow us on Instagram @podcast.or.something or email us at podcastorsomething@gmail.com

    54 min
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We're Kristen and Karla, two best friends who like history and anything weird. Each week we tell each other the origin story of something random that catches our fancy. We can't guarantee a lot of facts, but we're sure there will be a lot of laughs... or something.

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  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    53
  • Rating
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