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Parent BustersUnwrapping A Christmas Story: From Ovaltine to Bunny Suits (Busting Back Episode)Put on your pink bunny suits and make a mashed potato mound with Meatloaf, Smeatloaf, Double-beatloaf! In this BUSTING BACK episode, Ella and Jackie tackle everyone's favorite Christmas fun facts for A Christmas Story movie.We're unwrapping the realities behind the film's most iconic scenes, from the debated dangers of BB guns to the sticky situation of tongues on frozen poles and answering the all-important "Can you really go blind from soap poisoning?" We'll uncovering the myths and facts behind:Do people really wash kids mouths out with soap?Can you get soap poisoning?C...2023-12-1949 minParent BustersWinter Warriors: Cold Truth About How Animals Tackle Winter (BUSTING BACK EPISODE)Ever thought about how animals weather the frosty winter months? In this BUSTING BACK Parent Busters episode we're covering how animals prepare for winter in sometimes super weird ways. We're taking a deep - and chilly - dive into the world of animal hibernation. Join us on this fascinating journey as we unravel how creatures from polar bears to penguins, and even some unexpected critters like iguanas and snakes, adapt and survive during the harsh winter season. Prepare for some winter word salad as we talk about unique techniques from hibernation to estivation and...2023-12-0549 minParent BustersExploring Native American Heritage: History and Culture (Busting Back Episode)Curious about Native American heritage? Ever wondered about the significance of Native American Heritage Month and the Native American Heritage Day? On this BUSTING BACK Parent Busters Episode, we'll cover:Interesting Native American Heritage Month facts What is Native American Heritage Month? / history of Native American Heritage MonthIs it still called Native American Heritage Month?What terminology do we use? (Is it OK to say Indian?)How do you honor Native American Heritage Month? (And some things you definitely *DO NOT* want to do!)How to celebrate Native American Heritage Month respectfully& SO MUCH MO...2023-11-1433 minParent BustersSpecial Halloween Story For KidsJoin us for a special retelling of the Southern Appalachian folklore tale The Harry Toe story as Jackie gives her version of this Southern spooky folklore story! We'll also cover why ghost stories have always been a part of human culture and unravel the mysterious tapestry of spooky tales, tracing their origins back to ancient civilizations and funeral rituals. We dive deep into the beliefs around spirits separating from the body upon death and the rituals that evolved to ensure these spirits wouldn't return to haunt the living. We also explore the fascinating tradition of tel...2023-10-3122 minParent BustersTrick or Treat Traditions: Intriguing Tales of Halloween Fun Facts (Busting Back Episode)Ever wondered about the spooky origins of Halloween and how it evolved into the holiday we know today?In this BUSTING BACK EPISODE, embark on a chilling journey as Jackie and Ella unravel the suspenseful history and traditions of this spectral celebration and tons of trick or treating fun facts / Halloween fun facts for kids!The journey begins with the start of Halloween, rooted in Celtic festivals marking the end of summer and onset of death-associated cold seasons, and how it was later influenced by the Romans and their own festive customs. From t...2023-10-2451 minParent BustersWatermelons on Halloween? Weird Pumpkin Traditions and History (Busting Back Episode)Ready for a deep-dive into the world of pumpkins and gourds? In this Parent Busters Busting Back Episode, we'll cover all the pumpkin facts and pumpkin lore you never knew you needed!Pumpkins, a staple in American traditions, hold some fascinating and surprising secrets and we're going to unmask the mystery behind these seemingly simple fruits (yes, fruits!). Listen along as we reveal the surprising history of the jack-o'-lantern, the culinary uses of pumpkins and gourds, the weird, ongoing pumpkin-squash debat, and other fun facts about pumpkins for kids and parents like:What is th...2023-10-1752 minParent BustersUnraveling Autumn, Without Pumpkin Spice (Busting Back Episode)Ready for an autumn adventure? In this BUSTING BACK Parent Busters podcast episode, we're taking a vibrant journey through the science, mythology and folklore of fall. Prepare to be spellbound as we decode the enigma of leaf color change, frostproof evergreens, and the reasons behind the customary shedding of leaves by perennial trees. We also unmask the role of chlorophyll and photosynthesis in the survival of trees, and let's not forget a chat about Conkers, the popular fall game. Ever wondered about the ancient stories spun around the changing seasons? Discover the d...2023-09-2633 minParent BustersWeird Body Myths: From Elbow Licking Challenges to Eye-Pop SneezingEver thought of licking your elbow or touching your nose with your tongue? Sounds ludicrous, right? In this Parent Busters podcast episode, we expose weird body myths and weird body challenges, starting off with the laughably impossible task of licking your elbow. We not only looked into the science that makes this task challenging for most but also discovered the rare few who can! In a hilarious twist, we even gave it a try ourselves and let's just say, it was an interesting experience...In this fun kids science podcast episode, we'll also cover:2023-09-1937 minParent BustersTweet Talk: Are Birds Bird Brains?Get ready for some feathered facts because we're not just winging it on this fun episode of the Parent Busters Podcast with Jackie and Ella!Beyond the banter, we'll soar into the extraordinary capabilities of our winged companions with tons of bird fun facts including:What is in a bird's brain? What is the bird brains meaning?Is bird for brains insult or a compliment?Are birds smart brains?Are owls wise?Can birds use tools?What’s the deal with those crow gifts?How do birds count?Can birds really talk?What is the met...2023-09-1246 minParent BustersHomeschool vs Public School: Schoolyard Slang Shenanigans (Busting Back Episode)In this BUSTING BACK back to school podcast episode, Ella and Jackie go toe-to-toe with school slang! Jackie tests homeschooler Ella on current school slang and school lingo and public school concepts, while Ella does the same for Jackie.Have you ever wondered about the ins and outs of traditional schooling from the eyes of a homeschooler? Curious about teen slang and how it compares to the lingo we grew up with? What the heck does "gag me with a spoon" mean?Do homeschoolers have teachers?Why can't Ella and remember what grade she's in?From deciphering sc...2023-09-0539 minParent BustersFun Back-to-School Traditions Around the World (Busting Back Episode)In this fun back to school Parent Busters BUSTING BACK episode, Jackie and Ella tackle what first day of school is like all over the world (including what back to homeschool is like!).Ever wonder why Japanese students start their school year in April or what's the history behind the hard-sided randoseru backpack? Curious about the schultute tradition in Germany or the unique cargo bikes used in Holland? Did you know that back to school in Russia includes The Day of Knowledge, which is their unique back-to-school ritual.We cover this and...2023-08-2940 minParent BustersSomething's Afoot With BigfootReady to uncover myths and legend of Bigfoot? You know, that hairy cryptid with (you guessed it) BIG FEET! We're busting myths and facts about this elusive creature while also diving into the world of cryptozoology. This Parent Busters episode with Jackie & Ella covers Bigfoot fun facts and Big Foot folklore like:What is BigFoot?Could Bigfoot be real? What are cryptids?Sasquatch sightingsWhat was the the curious case of the Iceman?Where is the Iceman museum?What are cryptozoologists?How did BigFoot become a cultural icon?What is a WoodBooger?What are other names for Bi...2023-08-151h 02