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Unprofessionals Asking Questions#46 Why Do We Say These Phrases?Join the Unprofessionals as they unpack some commonly used phrase from around the world..Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SxTvNfRYPjxvD8-DhSlgYlUQTxhqk9B5zjkZRnTpYEM/edit?usp=drivesdk2024-06-071h 22
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#45 Why Do These Strange Laws Exist?UAQ discusses some truly bizarre laws in the U.S. and around the world. Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/18__3A54CSxPAizkxldSQlOpK-vPUQf1y2HcbBKbkCKI/edit?usp=sharing2024-05-161h 26
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#44 Are You A Descendent Of Genghis Khan?Join the Unprofessionals as they discuss the lineage of Genghis Khan. Are you a descendant?Click here for sources2024-05-0141 min
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#43 A Wandering Minds Adventure Join the Unprofessionals for another Wandering Minds episode where they discuss some solar eclipse crime and Government Cheese.2024-04-171h 05
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#42 Why Do Solar Eclipses Captivate Us?The Unprofessionals discuss solar eclipses and why people find them so captivating. How they occur, ancient myths, the fated death of a king, and more! This episode is audio only.Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1D76vhcOeBatrPCAS4-ZlaxYj-xKA4dQiuQQfpnrauQQ/edit?usp=drivesdk2024-04-101h 38
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#41 How Did Juliane Koepcke Survive A Plane Crash?The Unprofessionals discuss the amazing survival story of Juliane Koepcke who survived a plane crash and 11 days in the Peruvian rainforest.Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1REZq7fBjckMvvqX49BJsmpfnpdzdBNQoAscrAivLFew/edit?usp=drivesdk2024-03-251h 46
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#40 What's Up With Leap Year?The Unprofessionals discuss the reasoning behind Leap Year; when it occurs (spoiler alert not EVERY four years) and other culture's calendars.Sources: Click herePatreon: patreon.com/UAQ2024-03-1144 min
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#39 What Is Sleep Paralysis?Join the Unprofessionals as they unpack the mysterious phenomenon of Sleep Paralysis.Click here for sources. 2024-03-041h 30
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#38 The Mystery of Déjà Vu. What Causes It?The Unprofessionals discuss the phenomenon of déjà vu and the causes of it. Is it linked to parallel universes or memory disorders, or is it just proof that our memories are working just fine?Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/17QKI0UAEFvb7MwmD6OeyR4FcJ13-jDAJA_4Nrqj0Ibo/edit?usp=sharing2024-02-261h 14
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#37 Who Committed The Ice Box Murders?Join the Unprofessionals as they discuss a true crime case from 1965 in Houston, TX. An elderly couple is brutally murdered and the suspect is no where to be found.Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/16JWd57_nF65DGajUndc5X0Xk1uoHEzYSwnZnBm9NXhs/edit?usp=drivesdkYouTube: https://youtube.com/@UAQPOD?si=Fy6jCUnPBOv_Mox12024-02-121h 19
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#36 Why Is Groundhog Day Celebrated?Join the Unprofessionals as they question the annual tradition of Groundhog Day. Why is it so popular? When did it begin? Most importantly, how does a groundhog predict the weather?Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QSVHB18EmoBrMEG4xK4eHEZY5wlDxZevAugSifwCpnQ/edit?usp=drivesdk2024-02-051h 31
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#35 What is Land Diving?The Unprofessionals discuss the ritual of land diving in the southern part of Pentecost Island, Vanuatu.Click here to view photos and sources from the episode.Like the podcast? Help us to keep it going by visiting our Patreon page by clicking here.2024-01-291h 09
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#34 Is Telekinesis Real?Join the Unprofessionals as they discuss the psychic phenomenon of Telekinesis, some famous cases, and how you can learn it.Sources:Click here.2024-01-221h 28
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#33 A Wandering Minds Adventure Join the Unprofessionals on an adventure as they chat about some current and interesting topics. From getting stuck in the snow to teaching dogs how to drive, tune in for a wild ride.Source Links: Crazy Frog OGCrazy Frog SpaceCrazy Frog PopcornCrazy Frog TrickyCrazy Frog Funny SongCrazy Frog Last ChristmasShabba2024-01-151h 14
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#32 What's Your Ick?Join the Unprofessionals as they discuss some common phobias that people suffer from. Are any of your phobias on the list? Let us know!Sources: https://www.verywellmind.com/list-of-phobias-27954532023-12-251h 45
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#31 What Caused The 2023 Writer's Strike?Listen to the Unprofessionals discuss what caused the 148-day strike that interrupted American film and television production.Episode sources can be visited by clicking here.Want to keep wandering with us? Visit our Patreon page to support the podcast and keep the questions flowing. Click here.2023-12-181h 24
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#30 - What Is The Uncanny Valley?The Unprofessionals discuss the Uncanny Valley phenomenon that some people experience when they come across humanlike androids or CGI. Tune in to hear Julia's reactions to some Uncanny Valley examples.Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/11c3Y-iwvc0bDTO93XNttuYP79YGujUIACyKKTrmwza4/edit?usp=sharing2023-12-111h 33
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#29 What Do You Know About Space?The Unprofessionals come together to have a little fun while also testing their knowledge on space. Grab a drink and follow along during this 50 questions quiz all about SPACE! Don't worry, it's not graded.LINK TO GALLERY + EP. SOURCESUAQ INSTAGRAMUAQ FACEBOOKUAQ PATREON2023-11-201h 13
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#28 What Caused The Tragic Deaths of Zach Bowen & Addie Hall?The Unprofessionals discuss the tragic story of Zack Bowen and Addie Hall. Zach and Addie were a Louisiana couple whose traumatic history brought their toxic relationship to a sudden end.Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Xml8Ft7799SlfZuTCCVW3a6WXNTCnhs3lPlhOpU1HDo/edit?usp=drivesdk2023-11-131h 55
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#27 How Much Do You Know About Halloween?The Unprofessionals get into the Halloween spirit this week as they discuss the BEST holiday of them all... HALLOWEEN . From its origins to modern-day (& lost) traditions . Get ready to know all things Halloween after this episode.Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TABPvgVHFEod3r7ra4Ha03ekeonWWzRIcuGTvbTbOD0/edit?usp=sharing2023-10-301h 18
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#26 Who Is The Most Fearsome Witch Of All?Join the Unprofessionals as they discuss the Slavic folklore witch Baba Yaga. A formidable foe, or a friend in disguise, this trickster character is not someone you want to cross paths with in the forest.Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/13HnJQ9ZwJE2qzYwZ5b5N4aW_rppTDJNf5XgP6GhB5uc/edit?usp=drivesdk2023-10-241h 11
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#25 What Haunts You?Welcome to another installment of our spooky segment, What Haunts You? We'll spook your socks off so hard with this haunted house that you'll never be able to find them. From the depths of Georgia this spooky tale of unexplained phenomenon will keep you up at night. Welcome to the Surrency House. Prepare to be scared.Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1C7cGxqXD71AHGMMJ3YDPuP9KWke0dhBVQf8kKkd5XnY/edit?usp=sharing2023-10-161h 50
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#24 What Tortures You?Join the Unprofessionals as they discuss some of history's most horrifying torture devices. From ancient Greece to the Spanish Inquisition, get ready to cringe.Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10KJuGafn2BSOXRQ4j_-whZA7EdaY-vFvPkITei3QoQg/edit?usp=sharing2023-10-091h 49
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#23 A Wandering Minds AdventureWelcome to another installment of our Wandering Minds Adventure segment. An off-the-cuff episode with no prompt and no prior research, where we let our minds steer the content. From natural disasters to collective nouns to the UFO hearings, join us on an adventure as we let our minds run wild.2023-10-021h 02
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#22 Would You Fear The Scythians?Join the Unprofessionals as they discuss the rich and powerful empire of the Scythians. An advanced civilization that conquered and ruled for centuries by their fearful use of biological warfare.2023-09-181h 14
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#21 Did the Early Middle Ages Actually Happen?Join the Unprofessionals as they discuss the Phantom Time Hypothesis, a conspiracy theory suggesting that 300 years of our history was fabricated by powerful individuals.Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iVe9r0079_bx-HtwrZ__Wr10gYs6qLh1ilyMpUBBLi4/edit?usp=sharing2023-09-1147 min
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#20 Is the Legend of The Blood Countess True?Join the Unprofessionals as they discuss the legend of Elizabeth Báthory, also known as The Blood Countess. Was she either a murderous maniac or a pawn incriminated by family and foes keen to seize her holdings? 2023-09-041h 09
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#19 What Happened to the Sodder Children?Join the Unprofessionals as they discuss the theories behind the mysterious disappearance of the Sodder Children. On Christmas in 1945, the Sodder home caught fire and quickly burned to the ground, leaving five of the children never to be seen again. Were they lost to the fire? Or was it a politically charged kidnapping?Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vGIOH1mv3TtJe6WZR8ST-zaX2d8UjrPaPNSU1ZcH_24/edit?usp=drivesdk2023-08-212h 02
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#18 Does Rh Negative Blood Have Unearthly Origins?The Unprofessionals discuss the anomaly of Rh negative blood, a blood type that only a small percentage of the worlds population carries. Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10MCh0KMKcstQ7P2fl4gOIof_xOqo4x2YmHx106U6ZNU/edit?usp=sharing2023-08-1453 min
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#17 A Wandering Minds AdventureWelcome to the second installment of our Wandering Minds Adventure segment. An off-the-cuff episode with no prompt, and no prior research, where we let our minds steer the content. From the hobby horse craze to Old Gregg to the meaning of dreams, join us on an adventure as we let our thoughts run wild.2023-08-071h 00
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#16 What's Your Kink?Join the Unprofessionals as they take a glimpse into the nightlife and discuss the history of brothels, famous bordellos, and a few famous madams. Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/11YowxiA7pYtu3GTRLkMMu8-DlHMf6bQBXFtfobSd180/edit?usp=drivesdk2023-08-011h 48
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#15 How Many Migrants Get Lost at Sea?Join the Unprofessionals as they discuss the recent fishing vessel that capsized in Greek waters with 750 migrants aboard, survivor reports, similar tragedies, causes for migration, government polices, and possible solutions!Episode Images Link:https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/195THt7oLp8zuxEvT_iKhvRbHY3aW2EiLk5X3qZevoBs/edit?usp=sharingIOM DONATION LINKS:US Donation Page: https://usaforiom.org/donate/Donation Page: https://donate.iom.int/SOURCES:https://www.cbsnews.com/news/migrant-boat-sinking-greece-what-to-know/https://news.un.org/en/story/2022/04/1117292https://www.iom.int/crisis-responsehttps://www.migrationdataportal.org/themes/migrant-deaths-and-disappearanceshttps://www.un.org...2023-07-2454 min
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#14 What Happened To Jean Spangler?Join the Unprofessionals as they discuss the theories behind the mysterious disappearance of Jean Spangler. Jean was a young mother, a dancer, and an aspiring actress who made connections with all the wrong people.Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eL3QVQea2GZfj5GGqcGW2mWeRfwcboqo29LC_c25L1I/edit?usp=sharing2023-07-101h 18
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#13 Why Are We Scared Of The Number 13?Join the Unprofessionals as they discuss the superstitious beliefs behind the number 13, what you should avoid doing on this day, and some unlucky events that occurred on Friday the 13th. Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1l71q7mjfQvrXFotuXdZ6ayvxkJRHtcApDzay7sEzcOQ/edit?usp=sharing2023-06-091h 16
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#12 What Caused The Boston Molassacre?Join the Unprofessionals as they discuss the Boston Molasses Disaster. A deadly flood that became a milestone in paving the way for modern corporate regulation. Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/16X2AfKRy8WIsi_yd1oRbdowfoOACtWdB-u60nzjV06Q/edit?usp=drivesdk2023-06-0236 min
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#11 Who Won The Great Emu War?Join the Unprofessionals as they discuss the Great Emu War of Western Australia. A conflict between farmers and a large population of flightless birds.Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lYA6iwVtw5a1rRriU0pjYPJe3XfjBFT-cgitnOhvOAs/edit?usp=sharing2023-05-2658 min
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#10 What Haunts You?Join the Unprofessionals for the first installment in their spooky series called What Haunts You? During this episode, they'll explore the disturbing history of California's Cecil Hotel and Denmark's Dragsholm Slot. Elisa Lam video:https://youtu.be/3TjVBpyTeZMSources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ueOPBy-Ch0nh92Y7wdSUaUF725E0bl44D4w9tAnrYYs/edit?usp=sharing2023-05-192h 00
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#9 Who Do We Owe Thanks To For The Loo?Go back in time with the Unprofessionals as they explore the evolution of ancient hygiene. From sophisticated water management systems to health-conscious cosmetics, prepare to be impressed and maybe disgusted by various hygiene methods and inventions.Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NMHX7OsCRGzWfxN836ILRkX-ist9lmlrwZWgLo_iZsU/edit?usp=sharing2023-05-121h 41
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#8 Who Inspired Buffalo Bill?Join the Unprofessionals while they discuss the history of the death penalty, the last monster to be executed in Pennsylvania, and the inspiration behind Buffalo Bill from Silence of the Lambs.Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LT6LD_aBhNa2H-HbsKBosSJNIgOUtqLZu5huCLipjuM/edit?usp=sharing2023-05-052h 41
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#7 Is The Dyatlov Pass Incident Solved?Join the Unprofessionals as they explore the theories behind how nine experienced hikers died during a 1959 expedition in the northern Ural Mountains of Russia.Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GkRcV2W_plaru8HoEtJT2EAM0x2Cxu5gWUCT3Vq4nwU/edit?usp=sharing2023-04-281h 57
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#6 A Wandering Minds AdventureWelcome to our first installment of A Wandering Minds Adventure. An off-the-cuff episode with no prompt, and no preparation, where we let our wandering minds steer the content. From prisons to primates, and tigers to brain functions, join us on an adventure as we let our thoughts run wild.2023-04-211h 10
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#5 Did You Have A Killer Easter?Join the Unprofessionals for an Easter-themed episode as they explore holiday traditions from around the world, the origins of the Easter Bunny, and the horrific Easter Sunday Massacre.Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1So55lON7zRzYbXTg0pJlRm4Ls5mAxDZu-3EzETyTGT4/edit?usp=sharing2023-04-141h 40
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#4 What Lies Beneath Us?Take a journey to the center of the Earth with the Unprofessionals as they explore the theories of what lies beneath us. From underground caves to the North Pole, join us for an expedition into "The Great Unknown" as we tackle the ancient Hollow Earth conspiracy. What do you believe?https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HCjPEE8F8nhuyA2SUd_2e0mhCxUVeQkNzaUa4-eevVk/edit?usp=sharing2023-04-071h 54
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#3 Are the Amish Living in Paradise?The Unprofessionals dive into Amish culture and ask questions about what it means to live a simple life. Join us as we explore Amish origins, values, and a generational secret that very few know about.Sexual Assault Resources:National Sexual Assault Hotline: National hotline, operated by RAINN, that serves people affected by sexual violence. It automatically routes the caller to their nearest sexual assault service provider. You can also search your local center here. Hotline: 800.656.HOPENational Sexual Violence Resource Center: This site offers a wide variety of information relating to sexual violence...2023-03-312h 17
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#2 When Did It All Turn Green?Join us for a little mischief as we dive into some history, crime, and leprechauns in the spirit of St. Patrick's Day. As always, thank you for listening & keep wandering.#StPatricksDaySources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hY5L0Ykz263hjRSlu02QjetaKp-mWH__Ak1AiLsSfZ0/edit?usp=sharing2023-03-241h 35
Unprofessionals Asking Questions#1 Who Runs The World? As March is recognized as Women's History Month, we ask each other questions and look into the inspirational women who have impacted the World. From technological discoveries to dinosaurs to assassinations, we explore the history of influential women who paved the path for us.Episode Sources:https://www.britannica.com/biography/Ada-Lovelacehttps://www.sdsc.edu/ScienceWomen/lovelace.htmlhttps://www.laphamsquarterly.org/roundtable/killing-hypatiahttps://www.nhm.ac.uk/discover/mary-anning-unsung-hero.htmlhttps://www.biography.com/activist/wangari-maathaihttps://www.nature.com/scitable/topicpage...2023-03-241h 15