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 Want to get smarter in less than 10 minutes? Then check the Daily Facts podcast that brings you interesting and surprising facts from around the world every day! Did you know that the longest recorded flight of a chicken lasted for 13 seconds? Or that there's a species of jellyfish that can essentially live forever? With the Daily Facts podcast, you'll learn something new and fascinating with every episode. Tune in daily and impress your friends with your newfound knowledge. Listen now on your favorite podcast platform. Hosted by Amalia Dupray and Montgomery Jones.(c) 2023 Klassic Studios Pty Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
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  • Today's facts: Caper-origin; Narrow victory; Vast Watershed; Equestrian Challenge; Elgar's Appointment; Sea-monster; Historic achievement; Hazardous substitute; Ancient Mnemonic; Film Monopoly

    Today's facts: Caper-origin; Narrow victory; Vast Watershed; Equestrian Challenge; Elgar's Appointment; Sea-monster; Historic achievement; Hazardous substitute; Ancient Mnemonic; Film Monopoly
    Jan 21 2026
    Daily Facts (21 Jan 2026) [Promo] The Daily Life Pro Tips Podcast. Improve your life in less than 10 minutes a day. Pod links here Daily Life Pro Tips website. Today's facts: The French word "tapenade" comes from the Provençal term for caper buds, "tapeno," which historically were preserved in olive oil and transformed into a pungent mush for use in the dip. Edgar Lungu won the presidency of Zambia by the narrowest margin in the country's electoral history, defeating Hakainde Hichilema by just 27,000 votes. The Colorado River within Grand Canyon National Park drains an area of approximately 41,070 square miles. The Grand National, held annually since 1839, features a challenging course that is four and one-half miles long with 16 bush fences, of which 14 are jumped twice. Edward Elgar was appointed Master of the King's Musick in 1924, a prestigious position held by notable composers. The Kraken, according to Scandinavian mythology, is a giant sea creature said to be 1 mile long that attacks ships and is so huge that its body could be mistaken for an island. In 1901, Tottenham Hotspur became the only non-League club to win the FA Cup since the formation of the Football League in 1888. Bitter orange has been linked to serious health risks, including strokes and heart attacks, and has been used as a substitute for the banned stimulant ephedra in weight-loss products. The Method of Loci is one of the oldest mnemonic devices, dating back to Ancient Greek times. The Motion Picture Patents Company (MPPC) was a monopolistic trust that controlled film distribution, production, and exhibition, limiting films to one or two reels and charging exhibitors fees to use its equipment. Facts from this episode are sourced from API Ninjas. Fact explanations from OpenAI ChatGPT API with proprietary prompts. This podcast is produced by Klassic Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Today's facts: Irony; Wealthy cobblers; San Juan; Viking Invasion; Yttrium-Isotope; Homelessness Crisis; Pioneer; Approximation Line; Re-titled; Pioneering Stewardess

    Today's facts: Irony; Wealthy cobblers; San Juan; Viking Invasion; Yttrium-Isotope; Homelessness Crisis; Pioneer; Approximation Line; Re-titled; Pioneering Stewardess
    Jan 20 2026
    Daily Facts (20 Jan 2026) [Promo] The Daily Life Pro Tips Podcast. Improve your life in less than 10 minutes a day. Pod links here Daily Life Pro Tips website. Today's facts: Henry VIII was named "Defender of the Faith" by the Pope before he declared himself head of the Church of England to facilitate his divorce from Catherine of Aragon. Leprechauns are traditionally depicted in Irish folklore as cobblers and shoemakers, known for their craftsmanship and accumulating wealth, which they are said to bury in pots of gold at the end of a rainbow. The island of Menorca celebrates its most important "Fiesta," San Juan, on June 23 and 24, which has remained almost unchanged for 600 years and features a spectacular performance called "Jaleo" with horses and medieval costumes. In 1015, Cnut invaded England with an army of approximately 10,000 Vikings in 200 ships, gathering forces from all Scandinavian countries. Yttrium is the only stable isotope found in the Earth's crust, with the atomic number 39 and symbol Y. More than 50,000 people used an official night shelter for at least one night in November and December 2014 in Italy. Margaret Thatcher was the first female Prime Minister of Britain, serving as MP for Finchley from 1959 to 1992. The San Andreas Fault trace is depicted on maps as a thin line, despite the actual fault location being approximate and generally accurate within about one hundred feet. "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope was re-titled in 1982 when George Lucas realized where he could take his success." On May 15, 1930, Boeing Air Transport inaugurated the first airline stewardess service, with Ellen E. Church being the first female crew member aboard a commercial airliner. Facts from this episode are sourced from API Ninjas. Fact explanations from OpenAI ChatGPT API with proprietary prompts. This podcast is produced by Klassic Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Today's facts: Prodigious memory; Dominance; Quadruple Champion; Temporal-Interlude; Blunder; Isolation Test; Timeless Beauty; Permanent fixture; Catholic Monarch; Victory

    Today's facts: Prodigious memory; Dominance; Quadruple Champion; Temporal-Interlude; Blunder; Isolation Test; Timeless Beauty; Permanent fixture; Catholic Monarch; Victory
    Jan 19 2026
    Daily Facts (19 Jan 2026) [Promo] The Daily Life Pro Tips Podcast. Improve your life in less than 10 minutes a day. Pod links here Daily Life Pro Tips website. Today's facts: At the age of 14, Mozart flawlessly transcribed Allegri’s Miserere from memory after hearing it just once, a piece that was famously guarded and rarely shared outside the Sistine Chapel. Rafael Nadal won all 21 sets on his way to his fifth French Open championship in 2010. Sebastian Vettel won the 2013 Formula One World Championship, marking his fourth consecutive title. The famous orchestral Intermezzo in Mascagni's opera "Cavalleria rusticana" marks the passage of time during the Easter service, which is never visually depicted but is heard through the music. Oliver Kahn made a crucial mistake during the 2002 FIFA World Cup final, which led to Brazil's first goal and ultimately resulted in Germany's 2-0 defeat, despite having been a standout performer throughout the tournament. The character Mike Ferris is revealed to have been confined in an isolation room for 484 hours and 36 minutes as part of a training simulation to test his sanity during a future trip to the Moon. The Aphrodite of Melos, also known as the Venus de Milo, is an ancient Greek statue from around 200 B.C. that is famous for its beauty and is currently housed in the Louvre, Paris. Late Night Woman's Hour will become a permanent monthly fixture on Radio 4, featuring discussions on various topics and complemented by an online video series called The Green Room. James II of England was the first Catholic monarch to reign over England since Mary I died in 1558 and over Scotland since the deposition of Mary I of Scotland in 1567. Sri Lankan troops captured the Tamil Tigers' rebel capital, Kilinochchi, for the first time in a decade, marking a significant blow to the separatist movement. Facts from this episode are sourced from API Ninjas. Fact explanations from OpenAI ChatGPT API with proprietary prompts. This podcast is produced by Klassic Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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