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From tuition to institution types, today we cover it all as we discuss the history of colleges and universities; and yes, there IS a difference! Join us we discuss how structured, higher education got its start and why none of can currently afford to do anything but stare in disbelief at our student loan debt all in today's pod. Don't worry, we're here for emotional support. Article URLs: https://college-education.procon.org/history-of-college-education/ https://www.furman.edu/blogs/colleges-and-universities/#:~:text=You'll%20find%20that%20most,D.) https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/rankings/national-universities https://www.timeshighereducation.com/world-university-rankings/2024/world-ranking# https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University#Colloquial_usage https://educationdata.org/average-cost-of-college https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/pilots-live-through-miracle-landing-after-their-aircraft-crashes-into-busy-road-without-hitting-cars/
As some of you may know, we are both in the middle of a move through the month of August and as your #1 Mediocre hosts, we didn't have enough episodes in the bank to hold you over the month while we were away, naturally! For the month of August, we will be settling into our new places and figuring out our new recording set ups so we can get you back to our schedule content. Our next official Mediocre Content Podcast Episode will be released on September 3rd, 2024 - we can't wait to you again soon. Cheers!
Remember the Alamo! Sorry, that should have been a question - Remember the Alamo? Prepare for a refresh as we talk Texas history in today's pod. Article URLs: https://www.thealamo.org/remember https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/grandma-dances-all-night-at-granddaughters-wedding-after-being-told-she-wouldnt-live-to-see-it-watch/ https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/adrift-for-days-in-an-inflatable-tube-woman-rescued-off-coast-of-japan-by-passing-sailors/
Hit that like button, ring the bell, and don't forget to subscribe, today we're talking all about YouTube! From the "Numa Numa" video all the way to "Shoes" and "Charlie the Unicorn", we discuss the surge that became one of the most used video platforms and how far it's come even today in building interest communities across the world. Article URLs: https://www.vdocipher.com/blog/history-of-youtube/ https://www.britannica.com/topic/YouTube https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/astronomers-unveil-jaw-dropping-new-3-d-movie-of-the-pillars-of-creation/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ZooCy59rV0&t=2s https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/archaeologists-find-remarkable-marble-statue-of-greek-god-hermes-in-ancient-sewer/
From the dark kohl liner from Egypt to intricate henna in India, today we talk the history of make-up and the cosmetic industry! We'll also get to talk current trends and explore our own beauty habits and share what makes our beauty routines tick. Don't forget to set your foundation for this one! Article URLs: https://lmi.edu/4000-yrs-of-makeup-the-evolution-of-makeup/ https://www.si.edu/spotlight/health-hygiene-and-beauty/make-up https://www.cosmeticsinfo.org/history-of-cosmetics/ https://www.forbes.com/sites/celiashatzman/2024/04/30/top-makeup-products-of-spring-for-every-aesthetic/?sh=5337ee0c3a5b https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/whos-manning-the-grills-this-summer-survey-says-women/ https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/worlds-oldest-narrative-cave-painting-is-at-least-51200-years-old-scientists-say/