Published on Oct 8, 2025, 5:16:36 PM
Total time: 00:00:39
On this episode, we explore why we dream. What exactly do those nightly movies in our brain mean? Also - what were the first words ever uttered when man invented brand new ways to communicate? From print to broadcasting to the internet, you'd think they'd be profound, right? Well, think again! Plus - what's the origin of the phrase "waiting for the other shoe to drop"? How did falling footwear come to mean bad news? Hear all about it as host Rick Peterson answers more of the questions you've Always Wondered about.
Always Wondered. A podcast that takes a lighthearted look at everyday life's little mysteries.
Have you always wondered who came up with the idea for mouthwash? Who invented the Slinky? Why do we bless someone whenever they sneeze? How come there are dimples on a golf ball? Or what is the origin of the phrase "heard it through the grapevine"? These are the sort of questions that stir our curiosity, and the answers may just surprise you. Join host Rick Peterson every week for a fun and breezy look at some of the things you have always wondered about!