5 Minute Expert

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Hello and Welcome to The 5-Minute Expert, where we deliver deep dives on big topics in just five minutes! I’m your host, Art Fuller, PhD and today, we're exploring the fascinating history of newspapers and the contemporary challenges facing news reporting. Let’s jump in! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

Today we’re diving into the world of cryptocurrencies—what they are, how they work, and why they’ve become such a buzzword in finance and technology. You’ve likely heard about Bitcoin, Ethereum, or other digital currencies, but maybe you’re still unsure about the details. Well, by the end of this episode, you’ll understand the fundamentals of crypto, and I’ll help demystify this exciting and fast-evolving space. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

A whirlwind tour of the wacky and wonderful quirks of the English compared to Americans. From their love of tea and queues to driving on the left and wrapping food in faux newspaper, these cultural differences remind us just how fascinating our shared history is! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

Voting. Specifically, those razor-thin votes that changed history—or could have. We’re looking into some close calls where just a handful of votes—or even just one—made all the difference. From presidential elections to monumental legislation, these moments reveal how every vote matters. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

If you carve a pumpkin this Halloween, you’re participating in an age-old tradition with roots in ancient Ireland and the Celtic festival of Samhain. By carving those spooky faces and setting candles inside, you’re echoing the beliefs of people from centuries ago, who saw Halloween as a time to honor ancestors and stay safe from wandering spirits. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

The McDonald’s Happy Meal and cereal box toys are about more than just clever marketing; they reflect the powerful connection between food, fun, and childhood. Whether you grew up collecting Happy Meal toys or digging through a box of cereal for a hidden prize, these experiences have left a lasting impact on pop culture and marketing practices. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

Today we’re diving into a topic that's a staple in our daily lives—deodorant. Yup, that humble stick, spray, or roll-on we all use without giving it much thought has a long and surprising history! How did humans go from au natural odor to modern deodorants? Let’s find out. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

From the ancient Middle East to the bustling coffee shops of today, the coffee cup has evolved along with our love for the beverage it holds. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

In this episode of 5 Minute Expert, Dr. Art Fuller explores the fascinating world of frets—metal strips embedded in stringed instruments like guitars that aid in pitch control and finger placement. Discover the history of frets, from their ancient origins in lutes to their evolution into the modern guitars we know today, and learn how musicians have pushed the boundaries with fretless instruments.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

We look at a couple of things the Romans knew that still baffle scientists and engineers today. Our sponsor this week is WeBeSandals.com. Authentic Giraffe leather sandals just like the Roman legionnaire that trampled all over Gaul back in the day... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

Swimming in the River Seine in Paris has been illegal for 100 years! We discuss the pollution of the world's largest rivers and the ocean. Our sponsor this week is Save The Seine (Not a religious organization...). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

We discuss the Science, nay, the superpower that is selective hearing; that ability to ignore and tune out sounds, noises and conversations we want to ignore... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

We talk about several prominent and well-known conspiracy theories and what the real evidence says... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

We look at the psychology of child prodigies. They amaze us with their talents and performance. But, is it sustainable? Our sponsor this week is Crayons to Calculators, a nonprofit daycare catering to child prodigies. Crayons to Calculators is raising the next generation of geniuses... today. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

Get ready to rumble as we look at the pros and cons of both. And, I’ll reveal my preference at the end of this show. Our sponsor this week is The Pizza-Taco House Restaurant in Frog Lick, GA. Stop by and grab a taco or a slice of pizza. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

We talk about story of the original atomic bomb including the Manhattan Project and MAD (mutually assured destruction). This week's sponsor is Flamethrowers, your happy-home-owners grade supplier of exceptional fireworks. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

Why try something a little different today and look at History in a Nutshell: Bite-Sized Insights into the Past. Today's topic is the French Revolution. We guarantee you'll learn more about the French Revolution in 5 minutes than you've learned your entire life (That is unless your a French scholar...) Anyway, today's sponsor is Le History Chan-nel, (No, not that History Channel...) your go to source for all things french history. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

We talk about the history of Animation - from stick figures to CGI. Our sponsor this week is AnnaMae. You’re probably thinking I’m talking about animae, the hand-drawn and computer-generated animation originating from Japan. This ain’t that Animae; this is a lady that lives down the street who does a great job of cleaning my office... --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support

We talk about the link between social media and mental health. Our sponsor this week is Phone Zombies. Phone Zombies can help you fight the ‘Like’ button blues. Find it in the App store. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/5-minute-expert/support