Always Wondered - Why Do We Get Goosebumps?

On this episode, we tackle the prickly mystery of goosebumps.  Why is it whenever we get scared, our skin decides to do tiny hair push-ups?  We’ve got the details.  Also, we’ll reveal what may be the strangest Cold War military plot ever devised.  Spoiler alert:  you’ll never look at the Moon the same way again!  Plus - it’s our very first Always Wondered Pop Quiz.  (But don’t worry.  This test won’t count toward your final grade.)  So join host Rick Peterson as he 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!