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The Internet Says it’s True

Michael Kent
Abraham Lincoln
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Mickey Mantle
Wayne Gretzky
David Copperfield
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Forgotten history, bizarre tales & facts that seem too strange to be true! Host Michael Kent asks listeners to tell him something strange, bizarre or surprising that they‘ve recently learned and he gets to the bottom of it! Every episode ends by playing a gameshow-style quiz game with a celebrity guest. Part of the WCBE Podcast Experience.

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Jason LeVasseur
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Dan Wilbur
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Joan DuKore
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Kitty Long
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Host

Michael Kent
Host of a show emphasizing forgotten histories and bizarre facts, engaging the audience with humor and quizzes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 103 ratings
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    I LOVE THIS! Can’t wait to hear more great stories! Your magic is great btw!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dncjdjsnxmzozjfnc
    United States2 months ago
  • Very good

    I look forward to the new stories. Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dbrode
    United States4 months ago
  • Great Podcast

    Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fluffykitten0521
    United States6 months ago
  • What a silly move

    Why in the world would you get into politics you insulted more than half of the country on your most recent show. That’s just a stupid move for someone who is trying to be an entertainer…. Take care as I won’t be listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jojo jojo jojo yo
    United States10 months ago
  • Amazing!

    It’s part of my weekly listen. I share the things I learn with all my friends

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RPRice WPG
    Canada10 months ago

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The quiz format with celebrity guests adds an engaging dimension, making it entertaining and humorous, while keeping the educational aspect lively.
Listeners appreciate the unique and bizarre insights presented in each episode, often expressing excitement to learn something new and share it with friends.
Overall, feedback demonstrates a strong appreciation for the storytelling ability of the host, who is noted for making complex topics accessible and enjoyable for a wide audience.

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The Long Swim: Dindim’s Loyalty
Q: What made DinDim the penguin so unique?
DinDim repeatedly returned to visit the man who rescued it from an oil spill, forming a long-standing bond.
The Long Swim: Dindim’s Loyalty
Q: Penguins belong to which order of birds?
They belong to Sphenisciformes, a distinct order of flightless birds.
The Long Swim: Dindim’s Loyalty
Q: Which penguin species is the smallest in the world?
The little blue penguin, also known as the fairy penguin, is the smallest species, standing about 13 inches tall.
Who’s There? The Origins of a Classic Joke
Q: When did Knock Knock Jokes become a widespread fad in the United States?
They became a widespread fad in the 1930s, with newspapers and joke books documenting a rapid spread during the mid-1930s.
Pizza Panic: Avoid the Noid
Q: In broad terms, what was the Noid created to represent in Domino's Pizza advertising?
The Noid represented obstacles that could ruin a delivery.

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