The Mocciaverse
If you are a lover of general knowledge, delight in interesting or strange stories from the past, or are simply curious about the origins of common sayings or everyday words, this podcast may just be your new favorite hangout.
Join Skip and Linette, a father and daughter with way too much trivia jammed in their brains and a love for all things interesting, as they explore history, trivia and general knowledge--with a healthy dose of groan-worthy dad jokes thrown in for good measure.
Episodes
13 episodes since 2023
Unreasonable Requests?
So, what do rock bands and death row inmates have in common, you're probably wondering?I know you were all wondering...This episode, we're going to find out. Hang out with us as we talk about some of the unusual requests made by...
September 09, 2024
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1:00:18
Weird Laws Still on the Books
Have you broken any laws today?Are you sure? I mean, like...really sure?There are a surprising number of odd restrictions, weird laws and outdated rules that still remain on the books in most states--and probably other countries...
August 26, 2024
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48:19
Bonus Within a Bonus!!
Hey, guys!So here's a little bonus episode for you....and it was actually already a bonus episode from my other podcast, SofaSpuds History! This is also a very special episode because it was the very first podcast appearanc...
August 12, 2024
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46:44
Famous Last Words
Did you ever think about what your last words might be? Some people might be inclined to plan ahead so that their last impact on the world might be memorable or profound. Some people prefer to make a funny exit; and there are others who use the...
July 29, 2024
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1:04:51
Sayings Two: Eclectic Bugaboo
Hey, folks!We're back again to explore the meanings and origins behind some common phrases and to ask certain, vital questions, like:Do you like your mutton hot or cold? Or old? lolHow about beating wives? is a thumb-sized s...
July 15, 2024
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58:48
The Tale of Pistol Pete
Today we take a look into the life of a truly badass gunslinger; the one and only Pistol Pete(Editor's note on the episode: Frank Eaton was born in the year 1860...I think we accidentally said 1980 or something...hopefully that doesn't caus...
July 01, 2024
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46:09
Cedar Key and The Amazing Pencil
Okay, guys, we promise this isn't boring. Well, actually, everyone's perception of boring is probably different, so I guess I can't really say that...but we promise that this isn't any more or less boring than any of our other episodes (?)<...
June 17, 2024
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53:48
The Nursery Rhymes are Dark Too!
Ok, folks, I know you like the dark stuff....so here's a little more.This episode, we discuss the dark origins and possible origins of some of our most well-known nursery rhymes. Will we find some hidden meanings behind the seemingly in...
June 03, 2024
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46:30
How Dark Do You Like Your Fairy Tales?
If you're anything like Skip and Linette, you like 'em really dark. Or, actually, you are fascinated to find out that the cute little stories you grew up with may not be exactly what you thought you were.Join us for our latest episode, ...
May 19, 2024
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53:51
Common Sayings, Explained
Language is such an interesting thing. Not only are the words we use important to understanding each other, but our use of idioms and time-tested sayings can say a lot about our history and the ways we communicate ideas.Join Linette and...
May 04, 2024
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42:03
Yogi Berra
Hey, folks!Welcome back! Our subject for today is the late great Yogi Berra. This was a really surprising one for me (Linette) because over the course of our research and our conversation, I learned so much about this guy and g...
December 05, 2023
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