Episode 33: Etymology
Let’s talk language! Specifically, this episode delves into a brief history and overview of the study of etymology. Learn about the method of research for etymology, the difference between semantics and syntax, and the historical backgrounds of words like “weird” and “orange”! This episode sets the stage for further deep-dives into language studies as well as the use of etymology in our other episodes.
Discussion Includes:
Definitions and Clarifications of Language Categories
Overview of Scientific Etymological Study
Examples of Etymology
Examples of Vernacular
Homophones!
© Wolf & Stag Productions LLC, 2026Episode 32: Octopuses
Swim with us through the coral reefs and dark sea floors as we explore the outrageous octopus! This episode specifically delves into the general evolutionary and biological facts of these 8-legged friends. Mythology, history, culture impacts and more will be available in a later episode! The intelligence and strangeness of these animals is sure to fascinate you, as it does Josh and Kara!
Discussion Includes:
Etymology of Octopus & Its Plurals
Evolution & the Mollusk Phylum
Cephalopods & Jet Propulsion
Surviving the Chicxulub Meteor
DNA versus RNA: Evolution & Adaption
Biology Overview
Arms versus Legs
©Wolf & Stag Productions LLC, 2026Episode 30: Valentine’s Day
Happy Valentine’s Day to all who celebrate! This holiday of love has ancient origins from Rome and Catholicism. It has become a saturated business market and an important day for restaurants, flower shops, bakeries and more. Join us as we explore the roots of this holiday and the myths, saints, and female entrepreneurs that have shaped it!
Discussion Includes:
Lupercalia and Ancient Rome
Various Myths and Origins
Saint Valentine(s) & Feast Days
Chaucer
Esther Howland
©Wolf & Stag Productions LLC, 2026Episode 29: Television
In January 1926, some of the most important strides in mechanical television technology were made! Join Kara and Josh as they discuss the history & science of mechanical television and one of it’s most important inventors: John Logie Baird. With technology created in the 1880’s through to the switch to electronic television, we will flip the channels through many cool and impressive moments in television’s early history.
Discussion Includes:
Nipkow Discs & Other Science
Early Mechanical TV History
John Logie Baird
Overview of the Move to Electronic Television
© Wolf & Stag Productions LLC, 2026Episode 28: Many North Poles
After a lovely holiday season, Josh and Kara return to talk about Santa’s home—The North Pole! But what many may not know, is that there are in fact, multiple north poles, each with slightly different definitions and uses in the sciences. So join us this week as we explore the many north poles!
Discussion Includes:
Geographic Poles
Magnetic Poles
The Mythical North Pole
Explorations of the Poles
©Wolf & Stag Productions LLC, 2026
