WikiListen

Written by: Victor Varnado
  • Summary

  • Explore Wikipedia in a daily podcast with Rachel Teichman, LMSW, and Victor Varnado, KSN as they read articles aloud and provide light commentary.

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Episodes
  • Groundhog Day Part 2
    Feb 2 2025

    The tradition continues! Rachel Teichman, LMSW, and Victor Varnado, KSN, wrap up their reading on Groundhog Day, exploring how this quirky holiday has evolved. From Punxsutawney Phil to pop culture references, they uncover just how big of a deal this furry forecaster has become. Whether you’re a fan of winter or counting down to spring, this episode is a fun way to celebrate the season.


    Produced and hosted by Victor Varnado & Rachel Teichman


    Full Wikipedia article https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Groundhog_Day


    Subscribe to our new newsletter, WikiWeekly at https://newsletter.wikilisten.com/ for a fun fact every week to feel smart and impress your friends, and MORE!


    https://www.patreon.com/wikilistenpodcast


    Find us on social media!


    https://www.facebook.com/WikiListen


    Instagram @WikiListen


    Twitter @Wiki_Listen


    Get bonus content on Patreon




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    14 mins
  • Groundhog Day Part 1
    Feb 1 2025

    Ever wonder why a groundhog predicting the weather became a beloved tradition? Victor Varnado, KSN, and Rachel Teichman, LMSW, dig into the origins of Groundhog Day, reading from Wikipedia to uncover its strange and fascinating history. From ancient European roots to modern-day celebrations, this episode sets the stage for a deeper look. Will the groundhog see its shadow? Find out in part one!


    Produced and hosted by Victor Varnado & Rachel Teichman


    Full Wikipedia article here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Groundhog_Day


    Subscribe to our new newsletter, WikiWeekly at https://newsletter.wikilisten.com/ for a fun fact every week to feel smart and impress your friends, and MORE!


    https://www.patreon.com/wikilistenpodcast


    Find us on social media!


    https://www.facebook.com/WikiListen


    Instagram @WikiListen


    Twitter @Wiki_Listen


    Get bonus content on Patreon




    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    10 mins
  • Great Horse Manure Crisis Of 1894
    Jan 31 2025

    Before cars ruled the streets, cities faced a major problem—mountains of horse manure! Rachel Teichman, LMSW, and Victor Varnado, KSN, read about this bizarre but fake-ish historical crisis that had urban planners scrambling for solutions. Some even believed the world’s biggest cities would become unlivable due to the sheer amount of waste. Tune in to hear how this smelly situation played out!


    Full Wikipedia here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_horse_manure_crisis_of_1894


    Subscribe to our new newsletter, WikiWeekly at https://newsletter.wikilisten.com/ for a fun fact every week to feel smart and impress your friends, and MORE!


    https://www.patreon.com/wikilistenpodcast


    Find us on social media!


    https://www.facebook.com/WikiListen


    Instagram @WikiListen


    Twitter @Wiki_Listen


    Youtube


    Get bonus content on Patreon




    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    4 mins

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