Always Wondered - Why Movie Trailers Play Before The Movie?

Always Wondered

Always Wondered - Why Movie Trailers Play Before The Movie?

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Published on Dec 5, 2025, 7:00:00 AM
Total time: 00:09:41

Episode Description

On this episode, we explore why movie trailers go before the movie, even though their name literally screams "I go last!"  We'll dive head first into the cinematic chaos.   Also - hear the wild story of how the song "Yankee Doodle" started as the ultimate insult but somehow became one of our most enduring patriotic classics.  Plus - why are blue jeans blue?  Why not purple?  Or Chartreuse?  Or glow-in-the-dark neon green?  Learn all the surprising fashion facts!  Join host Rick Peterson as he answers more of the questions you've Always Wondered about.

More about Always Wondered

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!