Stuff Explained

Announcement - 3/9/20

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 08:00:29 GMT

Hello everyone,

I will be taking a short break from the Stuff Explained podcast.

Over the next week or so, I will be moving to a new apartment in Hoboken!

This move will take (is already taking, if I'm being honest) quite a bit of time and energy on multiple levels (as I'm also juggling it with my day job and another project which I will discuss soon), which doesn't leave me with much to put out the quality of episodes I would like to.

So, instead of spreading myself to thin and risking the consequences of doing so, I am going to heed my own advice regarding self care and focus on the move.

Once I am settled, I will rededicate myself with renewed vigor to researching, hosting, and producing the best episodes of Stuff Explained that I can.

In the meantime, catch up on past episodes and reach out via the below:

Use the hashtag #StuffExplained to comment on this or past episodes.

Send emails to info@themotleyexperience.com with "Stuff Explained" in the subject line.

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Music is produced by RetCon Industries. Follow them @retconindustries on Instagram.

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Big Idea: Tuning Out

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 10:00:19 GMT

There is a lot of external stimuli that has the potential to do more harm than good.

In the 30th installment of Stuff Explained, Aristidis Marousas walks listeners through some examples of tuning out in daily life and why he has found it very beneficial to his mental health.

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Jeans

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 11:00:17 GMT

It is highly likely that all of us have at least one pair of denim jeans in our wardrobe.

In this episode, learn about the history of this favorite piece of clothing as well as the damaging environmental impacts of manufacturing it.

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Chocolate

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 23:19:31 GMT

The cacao plant is known as the "gift of the gods" and it seems like people across the world agree.

In episode 28 of Stuff Explained, learn all about the origins of chocolate and how it became a global phenomenon.

Included in this episode are the health benefits of chocolate, as well as the environmental impact of cacao farming.

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Big Idea: Love

Mon, 10 Feb 2020 10:00:33 GMT

This Big Idea episode was inspired by the upcoming Valentine's Day holiday.

Let's talk about how to healthily give and receive the four types of love (agape, philia, storge, and eros).

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Coronavirus

Mon, 03 Feb 2020 10:00:52 GMT

*** This episode was researched and recorded early on in the spread of the pandemic, and so some information is no longer relevant. Please continue to stay safe, wash your hands, and wear a mask to prevent the spread of Covid-19.***

The coronavirus has become the latest global pandemic. With all the strong government responses and media frenzy, concern and fear have been stoked across the world.

But what is the coronavirus? This episode of Stuff Explained gives you everything you need to know about the virus.

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Michelin Stars

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 11:00:35 GMT

In this episode, we discuss the ingenious way in which a pair of brothers created a restaurant rating system to drive (pun intended) sales for their tire company.

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Big Idea: Undefinable

Mon, 20 Jan 2020 20:24:59 GMT

This episode explores the Big Idea of being Undefinable.

It is ok to not fit into a box.

It is ok to have many layers.

It is ok to like different things.

It is ok to be different people.

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Fragrance

Mon, 13 Jan 2020 10:00:11 GMT

Eau de what?

In this episode of Stuff Explained, learn about the history and types of fragrances, as well as the different notes involved.

With all the hype and marketing in the fragrance industry, it can be difficult narrowing down the options that work best for you.

Feel free to use this episode as a guide for future fragrance purchases.

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Visit our website www.themotleyexperience.com

Follow host Aristidis Marousas @ATMarousas on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.

Music is produced by RetCon Industries. Follow them @retconindustries on Instagram.

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Aromatherapy

Mon, 06 Jan 2020 10:00:40 GMT

If you are interested in physical and mental wellbeing, aromatherapy could be a great activity to consider.

In this episode, we provide an Aromatherapy 101 explaining the history, methods, risks, and benefits of using essential oils.

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Visit our website www.themotleyexperience.com

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Big Idea: Renewal

Mon, 30 Dec 2019 10:00:21 GMT

To prepare for the New Year and Decade, I take a look at the concept of renewal.

Additionally, I share a list of 12 steps heavily influenced by Christine Hassler and Marie Forleo.

If you haven't already, go check them out. They have definitely served as inspirations for my personal development, as well as the creation of this podcast.

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Follow host Aristidis Marousas @ATMarousas on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.

Music is produced by RetCon Industries. Follow them @retconindustries on Instagram.

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Christmas

Mon, 23 Dec 2019 11:00:27 GMT

We love Christmas time but do we know the true origins of the holiday? In this episode of Stuff Explained, Aristidis Marousas traces the history of Christmas all the way back to neolithic times. Tune in to learn about the impacts of society and religion on how people celebrated this time of the year throughout the ages.

Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @MotleyXperience. Visit our website www.themotleyexperience.com Follow host Aristidis Marousas @ATMarousas on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. Music is produced by RetCon Industries. Follow them @retconindustries on Instagram.

Christmas music provided by Jingle Punks (search them on YouTube for some great royalty free music).

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Santa Claus

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 10:00:31 GMT

Where did our modern idea of Santa Claus originate from? In this episode, Aristidis Marousas explores the long history of how a man named Nicholas went from being a bishop, to a saint, to a globally recognized icon and legend of the Christmas season.

Christmas music provided by Jingle Punks (search them on YouTube for some great royalty free music).

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Big Idea: Growing Up

Mon, 09 Dec 2019 09:00:54 GMT

Inspired by the Christmas and holiday seasons, Aristidis Marousas ponders what it means to grow up. What were the expectations of adulthood in our minds as children? What are they now? How can we hold on to Joy, Wonder, and Innocence?

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Crisis in The Marshall Islands

Mon, 02 Dec 2019 09:00:10 GMT

This episode was inspired by a recent article from the Los Angeles Times depicting the harrowing ordeal faced by The Marshall Islands. Tune in to hear how the Marshall Islands ended up being the largest dumpsite of American radioactive waste, how climate change could exacerbate the nuclear pollution problem, and what, if anything, is being done to fix it all.

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Thanksgiving

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 09:00:34 GMT

What is the history of American Thanksgiving? Was the (in)famous Thanksgiving held by the Pilgrims at Plymouth Plantation really the first of its kind? The truth is revealed in this episode of Stuff Explained from The Motley Experience.

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Big Idea: Making Space

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 09:00:00 GMT

You've probably heard of the term "making space", but what exactly does that mean? In this episode, Aristidis shares his view based on personal experiences and research as to what making space can be in our relationships with others.

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Daylight Saving Time

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 09:00:25 GMT

Last week (Nov 3rd), we changed our clocks to mark the return to standard time from daylight saving time. But what is DST and why was it implemented? Tune in to learn about the history, pros, and cons of daylight saving time.

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Halloween

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 09:00:50 GMT

Lucky episode 13 is appropriately dedicated to exploring the history of Halloween! Join us as we trace back the origins of this special and spooky holiday to 2,000 years ago.

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Big Idea: Accountability

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 08:00:48 GMT

This week's Big Idea episode is dedicated to Accountability. Aristidis explains why self accountability is so important to our own personal and professional lives, as well as how this will trickle up to communities, corporations, and governments. There are several steps to being accountable, which everyone can embrace and follow!

Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @MotleyXperience. Visit our website @ www.themotleyexperience.com Follow host Aristidis Marousas @ATMarousas on Twitter and Instagram. Music is produced by RetCon Industries. Follow them @retconindustries on Instagram.

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Potatoes

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 08:30:20 GMT

We return to exploring the history of food items that we may currently take for granted. In this episode, learn how the potato made its way from a misunderstood New World plant to becoming a vital European foodstuff.

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The Motley Experience

Mon, 14 Oct 2019 08:30:42 GMT

It is our tenth episode! To celebrate, host Aristidis Marousas gives us his own personal background and how it led to the creation of both The Motley Experience life style media outlet and the Stuff Explained podcast.

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Big Idea: Self Talk

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 08:00:44 GMT

This Big Idea is all about how we speak to ourselves. The way in which we approach self talk is not only reflective of our own beliefs (positive or negative), values, and traumas, but is also indicative of how we may be communicating with others. Tune in to learn about a few helpful techniques to deal with your thoughts when it feels like they've gone off the rails.

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Impeachment

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 08:00:48 GMT

Impeachment is a topic that has been discussed with much fervor throughout the Trump administration's tenure. This episode seeks to explain what impeachment is, how the process works, and how it all ties into recent news stories about President Trump and Ukraine.

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Tomatoes

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 08:00:32 GMT

The tomato. Is it a fruit or vegetable? Where did it really come from? Why were so many people scared to eat it for centuries? Find out the answers to these questions, along with many other interesting facts, in the latest episode of Stuff Explained!

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Big Idea: Forgiveness

Mon, 16 Sep 2019 08:00:55 GMT

In this installment of Big Ideas, we discuss the idea of forgiveness. The act of forgiving is a critical part of wellness and this episode explores steps you can take to begin implementing this tool. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @MotleyXperience. Visit our website @ www.themotleyexperience.com Follow host Aristidis Marousas @ATMarousas on Twitter and Instagram. Music is produced by RetCon Industries. Follow them @retconindustries on Instagram.

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Chakras

Mon, 09 Sep 2019 08:00:00 GMT

Chakra balancing is increasingly talked about in the world of mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness. This episode of Stuff Explained provides a brief history of the chakra belief system, as well as an explanation of each of the seven chakras. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @MotleyXperience. Visit our website @ www.themotleyexperience.com Follow host Aristidis Marousas @ATMarousas on Twitter and Instagram. Music is produced by RetCon Industries. Follow them @retconindustries on Instagram.

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Marijuana

Sun, 01 Sep 2019 08:00:47 GMT

Cannabis has a very long history of being used by humans. From the steppes of Central Asia in ancient times to the legalization battles in the United States, this episode of Stuff Explained examines the story of cannabis. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @MotleyXperience. Visit our website @ www.themotleyexperience.com Follow host Aristidis Marousas @ATMarousas on Twitter and Instagram. Music is produced by RetCon Industries. Follow them @retconindustries on Instagram.

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Big Idea: Wellness

Mon, 26 Aug 2019 08:00:31 GMT

In this first Bid Idea episode, we explore the topic of Wellness through discussing three pillars: mind, body, and soul. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @MotleyXperience. Visit our website @ www.themotleyexperience.com Follow host Aristidis Marousas @ATMarousas on Twitter and Instagram. Music is produced by RetCon Industries. Follow them @retconindustries on Instagram.

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Whisk(e)y

Mon, 19 Aug 2019 08:00:01 GMT

Do you prefer Scotch or Bourbon? Is it spelled whiskey or whisky? Pick your favorite single malt or blended variety as you learn about the long history of whiskey, in this episode of Stuff Explained from The Motley Experience. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @MotleyXperience. Visit our website @ www.themotleyexperience.com Follow host Aristidis Marousas @ATMarousas on Twitter and Instagram. Music is produced by RetCon Industries. Follow them @retconindustries on Instagram.

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Ice Cream

Mon, 12 Aug 2019 08:00:35 GMT

Ice cream is beloved the world over. But what is ice cream and where did it come from? These are the questions host Aristidis Marousas looks to answer in the debut episode of Stuff Explained from The Motley Experience. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @MotleyXperience. Visit our website @ www.themotleyexperience.com Follow host Aristidis Marousas @ATMarousas on Twitter and Instagram. Music is produced by RetCon Industries. Follow them @retconindustries on Instagram.

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Introducing Stuff Explained

Sun, 11 Aug 2019 20:40:43 GMT

The Motley Experience is excited and proud to launch our first ever podcast with Stuff Explained.

If you are interested in experiencing your world, then this is the show for you!

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