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• The Tomato’s Bad Rap (A Dash of Info)

  Send us a textStep into the courtroom of public opinion in 1820 Salem, New Jersey, where the tomato stood accused of being deadly. That’s right—this now-beloved fruit was once feared as poison, thanks to its nightshade relatives and a series of unfortunate lead-related illnesses.In this episode we unpack the wild tale of how the tomato was put on trial, defended by science and spectacle, and ultimately acquitted in the court of common sense. It’s a story of fear, guts (literal and metaphorical), and one delicious act of resistance.Spoiler Alert the was Verdict: Not guilty.Thank You for listening and Stay curious,Kat & WilliamEmail  [email protected] you would like to support Info On The Go click the link belowhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2434258/support Follow us wherever you listen to podcasts and leave us a review.Follow us on Facebook at Info on the Go!https://www.facebook.com/share/g/159DdiptQh/?mibextid=wwXIfrhttps://infoonthego.buzzsprout.comPeet's CoffeeWhether you enjoy drip, pour over, French press, espresso, cold brew, K-Cup Pods, or espresso capsulCuriosity Stream Step back in time and walk with dinosaurs, experience the rise and fall of powerful empires, and see Tom Kranz TK Books LLCTom KranzTellme.ai The magic of story telling Georgia BootsTrusted by farmers, ranchers loggers, and Everyday Hero's Georgia Boots deliver the reliability, durPeet's CoffeeWhether you enjoy drip, pour over, French press, espresso, cold brew, K-Cup Pods, or espresso capsulApple VacationsClick the link to get exclusive deals only for Info On The Go PatreonTo support the show directly become a member at Patreon . Listen AD free and a week early Curiosity Stream Step back in time and walk with dinosaurs, experience the rise and fall of powerful empires, and seeDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

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• Peanut and Peanut Butter Time

  Send us a textActually yes… we’re doing an entire episode on peanuts—and naturally, peanut butter too.On this nutty (but not actually a nut) edition of Info On The Go, we dig deep into the underground legume that shaped diets, science, agriculture, and pop culture. From ancient Incan peanut paste to the classic PB&J, from George Washington Carver’s revolutionary innovations to Elvis Presley’s legendary "Fool’s Gold Loaf," we’ve got it all covered—creamy or chunky.But this episode is more than just a snack. We explore:Why peanuts aren’t really nutsHow they fix nitrogen and improve soilThe rise of peanut allergies and how science is respondingThe global peanut trade, American farming, and Georgia’s peanut empirePeanut butter hacks you’ve probably never tried.And how peanut shells could power your house—or your hybrid batterySo grab a spoon, a slice of bread, or maybe even a skillet. Whether you’re here for the flavor, the facts, or the Fool’s Gold, it’s Peanut and Peanut Butter Time on Info On The Go!Thank You for listening and Stay curious,Kat & WilliamEmail  [email protected] you would like to support Info On The Go click the link belowhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2434258/support Follow us wherever you listen to podcasts and leave us a review.Follow us on Facebook at Info on the Go!https://www.faceboPeet's CoffeeWhether you enjoy drip, pour over, French press, espresso, cold brew, K-Cup Pods, or espresso capsulCuriosity Stream Step back in time and walk with dinosaurs, experience the rise and fall of powerful empires, and see Tom Kranz TK Books LLCTom KranzTellme.ai The magic of story telling Georgia BootsTrusted by farmers, ranchers loggers, and Everyday Hero's Georgia Boots deliver the reliability, durPeet's CoffeeWhether you enjoy drip, pour over, French press, espresso, cold brew, K-Cup Pods, or espresso capsulApple VacationsClick the link to get exclusive deals only for Info On The Go TableTalk Friday: A D&D Podcast Spotify All things Dungan's and Dragons TableTalk Friday: A D&D Podcast AppleAll things Dungan and Dragons Curiosity Stream Step back in time and walk with dinosaurs, experience the rise and fall of powerful empires, and seePatreonTo support the show directly become a member at Patreon . Listen AD free and a week early Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

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• The secret life of sand

  Send us a textGrab your shovel and your pail—we’re digging into the wild world of sand! You know it as the stuff stuck between your toes or hiding in your car floor mats, but this gritty grain is secretly holding up civilization. From the beaches we vacation on to the skyscrapers we live in, from your phone screen to cutting-edge energy storage, sand is everywhere—and doing far more than you think.In this episode, we uncover the geologic journey of sand, its surprising role in technology, architecture, and ecosystems, and the growing crisis around sand scarcity and black market mining. You’ll learn why sand sings, how it can be made of fish poop, and what makes White Sands National Park unlike anywhere else on Earth.We’re talking ancient deserts, booming beaches, silicon chips, and even sand-powered batteries. It's science, sustainability, crime drama, and a bit of poetry—all packed into one surprising subject.This is the story of sand—the unglamorous, underestimated, yet utterly essential foundation of modern life.Thank You for listening and Stay curious,Kat & WilliamEmail  [email protected] you would like to support Info On The Go click the link belowhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2434258/support Or for Patreonhttps://patreon.com/InfoOnTheGo?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkFollow us wherever you listen to podcasts and leave us a review.Follow us on Facebook at Info on the Go!https://www.facebook.com/share/g/159DdiptQPeet's CoffeeWhether you enjoy drip, pour over, French press, espresso, cold brew, K-Cup Pods, or espresso capsulCuriosity Stream Step back in time and walk with dinosaurs, experience the rise and fall of powerful empires, and see Tom Kranz TK Books LLCTom KranzTellme.ai The magic of story telling Georgia BootsTrusted by farmers, ranchers loggers, and Everyday Hero's Georgia Boots deliver the reliability, durPeet's CoffeeWhether you enjoy drip, pour over, French press, espresso, cold brew, K-Cup Pods, or espresso capsulApple VacationsClick the link to get exclusive deals only for Info On The Go PatreonTo support the show directly become a member at Patreon . Listen AD free and a week early Curiosity Stream Step back in time and walk with dinosaurs, experience the rise and fall of powerful empires, and seeDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

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• Lamb's Quarter (A Dash of Info)

  Send us a textToday, we’re spotlighting a plant you’ve probably pulled out of your garden, stepped on by the roadside, or mistaken for a weed—and that’s because, well, it is a weed. But not just any weed.Meet lamb’s quarters (Chenopodium album), also known as goosefoot, wild spinach, and sometimes (mistakenly) lumped in with pigweed. This scrappy little green might not win any beauty contests, but it's quietly packing a nutritional punch—and a fascinating backstory.From the ancient fields of Europe and the Americas to the backyards of modern foragers, lamb’s quarters has been nourishing people for millennia. Rich in vitamins A and C, calcium, iron, magnesium, and even protein, it’s like spinach’s wild cousin—just tougher, more adaptable, and arguably tastier.We dig into why this plant has been both revered and reviled, how it got its farmyard name (spoiler: it has nothing to do with lambs), and why its goosefoot-shaped leaves might just deserve a spot on your plate. Plus, we tackle the facts about oxalic acid, kidney stones, and how to cook this green safely and deliciously.It’s a story of resilience, resourcefulness, and rethinking what we call "weeds." So grab your foraging basket—or just look in your driveway cracks—and get ready to meet one of nature’s most underrated power greens.Thank You for listening and Stay curious,Kat & WilliamEmail  [email protected] you would like to support Info On The Go click the link belowhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2434258/support Or for Patreonhttps://patreon.com/InfoOnTheGo?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkFollow us wherever you listen to podcasts and leave us a review.Follow us on Facebook at Info on the Go!https://www.facebook.com/share/g/159DdiptQh/?mibextid=wwXIfrhttps://infPeet's CoffeeWhether you enjoy drip, pour over, French press, espresso, cold brew, K-Cup Pods, or espresso capsulCuriosity Stream Step back in time and walk with dinosaurs, experience the rise and fall of powerful empires, and see Tom Kranz TK Books LLCTom KranzTellme.ai The magic of story telling Georgia BootsTrusted by farmers, ranchers loggers, and Everyday Hero's Georgia Boots deliver the reliability, durPeet's CoffeeWhether you enjoy drip, pour over, French press, espresso, cold brew, K-Cup Pods, or espresso capsulApple VacationsClick the link to get exclusive deals only for Info On The Go Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

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• Ley Lines and Song Lines

  Send us a textLey lines: are they ancient trade routes, channels of Earth’s subtle energy, or just a coincidence of dots and lines on a map? Today, we dive deep into one of the most compelling—and controversial—concepts in landscape lore. From Alfred Watkins’ early 20th-century theory of “old straight tracks” to New Age beliefs about planetary chakras, energy vortexes, and even extraterrestrial GPS systems, ley lines have sparked fascination, debate, and a whole lot of line-drawing.We’ll trace famous alignments like St. Michael’s Line in England and the Apollo–St. Michael Axis across Europe, explore sacred sites from Peru to the American Southwest, and examine how modern technology has reignited the hunt for global grids of mystery. Along the way, we’ll visit Aboriginal Songlines, revealing a powerful and deeply spiritual form of landscape navigation rooted in creation stories and oral tradition.Whether you see ley lines as remnants of forgotten science, spiritual highways, or just the result of human pattern-seeking, one thing’s for sure—they connect more than places. They link us to questions about history, belief, and our eternal search for meaning in the land beneath our feet.Thank You for listening and Stay curious,Kat & WilliamEmail  [email protected] you would like to support Info On The Go click the link belowhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2434258/support Or for Patreonhttps://patreon.com/InfoOnTheGo?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkFollow us wherever you listen to podcasts and leave us a review.Follow us on Facebook at Info on the Go!https://www.facebook.com/share/g/159DdiptQh/?mibextid=wwXIfrhttps://infoonthego.buzzsprout.comPeet's CoffeeWhether you enjoy drip, pour over, French press, espresso, cold brew, K-Cup Pods, or espresso capsulCuriosity Stream Step back in time and walk with dinosaurs, experience the rise and fall of powerful empires, and see Tom Kranz TK Books LLCTom KranzTellme.ai The magic of story telling Georgia BootsTrusted by farmers, ranchers loggers, and Everyday Hero's Georgia Boots deliver the reliability, durPeet's CoffeeWhether you enjoy drip, pour over, French press, espresso, cold brew, K-Cup Pods, or espresso capsulApple VacationsClick the link to get exclusive deals only for Info On The Go Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

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