Happy 1000th episode of WikiListen! In this episode, Rachel & Victor celebrate the 1000th episode by reading about the community that makes up Wikipedia. Celebrate with us!

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In this episode, Victor Varnado, KSN, and Rachel Teichman, LMSW, dig into the history and surprising details of candy corn, the colorful Halloween staple. Originally called "chicken feed," this sweet treat has been around since the 1880s and was designed to look like kernels of corn. Rachel shares how the candy’s tri-color design makes it unique, while Victor explores how it's become one of the most debated candies in the U.S. Listen in as they uncover what keeps candy corn a beloved yet controversial Halloween classic!

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In this episode, Victor Varnado, KSN, and Rachel Teichman, LMSW, explore the eerie tradition of Mischief Night. Known for its association with pranks and mild vandalism, this night occurs on October 30th, just before Halloween. The hosts share intriguing insights into the history and regional variations of Mischief Night, which has roots in both British and American culture. Tune in as they delve into the customs that range from harmless tricks to more mischievous antics!

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In this episode, Victor Varnado, KSN, and Rachel Teichman, LMSW, take another look at the concept of levitation. They dive into how this seemingly magical phenomenon has fascinated people for centuries. Victor shares insights on its historical significance, while Rachel highlights modern interpretations and scientific explorations. Tune in as they revisit the topic with fresh perspectives and fun facts!

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On this episode, hosts Victor Varnado, KSN, and Rachel Teichman, LMSW, discuss Molly Gibson, a baby born from a 28-year-old frozen embryo. This remarkable story set a record for the longest-frozen embryo resulting in a birth. Rachel explains how this case highlights advances in reproductive technology, while Victor dives into the unusual circumstances around the embryo’s age. Tune in to hear about the science and the milestones behind Molly’s incredible birth!

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Victor Varnado, KSN, continues the exploration of the Strange Situation, examining how the results have been applied to understanding adult relationships. Rachel Teichman, LMSW, shares insights into how attachment styles identified in the experiment affect behavior later in life. Part two wraps up this compelling discussion on human connection and psychology.

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Rachel Teichman, LMSW, explains the psychological experiment known as the Strange Situation, which examines attachment in infants, while Victor Varnado, KSN, adds his take on how this study has influenced parenting. Part one of this discussion focuses on the experimental setup and the groundbreaking findings by psychologist Mary Ainsworth. Tune in for a deep dive into developmental psychology.

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A rat king looks sort of similar to an ant mill, in that both are circles, but a rat king occurs when rats get their tails knotted and stuck together. There has been some scientific controversy over where this occurs in nature, or if it’s always done by humans. Science is leaning toward it being real because a similar phenomenon in squirrels is well-documented. Learn more as read by Rachel Teichman, LMSW and Victor Varnado, KSN.

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