Paper News Out Loud

Date Idea: Snuggle up on the comfiest surface in your home, crack open a bottle of grape soda and pour into two receptacles for drinking (maybe flower pots), and drift away into the soothing tones of your favorite podcast. Perhaps this podcast? Florence pulls at our heartstrings with the history of Valentine’s Day. Our newscasters tell us the love story of the ages. And Diane helps out a listener who is in a crafting conundrum. This is Paper News Out Loud. Knowledge for this episode provided by the following:Headline: https://www.npr.org/2011/02/14/133693152/the-dark-origins-of-valentines-dayWikihow: https://www.wikihow. [...]

If you listen to Paper News Out Loud on the third Wednesday of the Month and laugh exactly seven minutes in, spring will start early. Or something like that. Diane takes us on a historical adventure through the celebration of Groundhog Day. The newscasters interview a master of snacks. And Florence helps out a poor soul who has been cursed with taking care of (duh duh duhhhhh) cast iron skillets. This is Paper News Out Loud. Knowledge for this episode provided by the following:Headline: http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/first-groundhog-dayhttp://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/first-groundhog-day

What’s blue and red and whispers tales of doom in our ears between breaths all over? It’s the moon, of course! Florence educates us on an upcoming astronomical event. The newscasters get soothed by the sweet sound and smell of the latest community art submission. And Diane knows a thing or two about haunted produce. This is Paper News Out Loud.View Community Art at https://alternaterealityproductions.wordpress.com/community-art/. Big thanks to Aeymn for his great submission! Check him out on Twitter at @aeymn or take a listen to his podcast But Yeah!Knowledge for this episode provided by the following:Headlin [...]

Lettuce take you on the shopping journey of your leaf. Diane brings up to speed on this modern era’s latest and greatest in shopping technology. The newscasters admire the fluff on today’s critter in pet corner. And they receive a letter from a dreamer in love looking for a few romance tips and some help lucid dreaming. This is Paper News Out Loud. Knowledge for this episode provided by the following:Headline: https://www.recode.net/2018/1/21/16914188/amazon-go-grocery-convenience-store-opening-seattle-dilip-kumarhttps://

What burns longer: a red candle or a green candle? Neither! They both burn shorter. Florence guides us on an illuminating journey through the history of candles. Our newscaster oh and ah over our first submission to community art. A scary story chills our bones, and APA is not match for Diane’s extensive citation knowledge. This is Paper News Out Loud.View Community Art at https://alternaterealityproductions.wordpress.com/community-art/Big thanks to Miki for her great submissions! Knowledge for this episode provided by the following:Headline: http://candles.org/history/

We watched the sun rise on a new year. Hello, 2018! And what did we see? Trolls. Florence explains how we got our favorite phalange protectors. Our newscasting ladies try out a tasty new recipe. Diane guides us through time and space and disappearing planets. And both help out a friend looking for a new gig. This is Paper News Out Loud.Knowledge for this episode provided by the following:Headline: https://www.livescience.com/32472-why-do-we-have-fingernails.htmlRecipe: https://www.incredibleegg.org/cooking-school/egg-cookery/make-an-omeletWikihow:

5…4…3…2…1 HAPPY NEW YEAR! Can’t wait to do this again in March. Florence shares some fun facts about our end of the year traditions. Both reminisce on the good times they had in 2017. And both know that they will stop going to the gym in two weeks. Our New Year’s resolution? To never record an episode that late at night again. This is Paper News Out Loud.Knowledge for the episode provided by the following: Headline: http://www.history.com/topics/holidays/new-yearsWikihow: https://www.wikihow.com/Accomplish-Your-New-Year%27s-ResolutionsMusic by Jake Harrison: https://soundcloud.com/atthi [...]

Have a holly, jolly podcast! Everyone’s favorite not-quite human guest stars on the show. No, not Bob Barker. It’s Santa Claus! And she has a lot of stories, secrets, and gossip to tell. Florence shares the history of her favorite holiday drink. Santa talks about basic reindeer care. And both know exactly what to do if one of your favorite holiday decorations comes to life. This is Paper News Out Loud.Happy holidays from all of us at Alternate Reality Productions! Thanks for listening. We’ll see you next year!Knowledge for the episode provided by the following:Headline:http://time.com/3957265/history-of-eggnog/Wikihow:

Shakespeare was actually an alligator who dressed up as a man to write plays and sonnets. At least that’s how the stories go. As of late, Diane has been eating a lot of insects and sleeping curled up under a heat lamp. Florence investigates further. Diane blurs the lines between astronomy and astrology. And both prove that they could have their own reality television show called Snoplop Whisperers. This is Paper News Out Loud. Knowledge for the episode provided by the following: Headline: The Reptilian Elite Adventures in Astronomy

You think you hear a chair creaking? That’s not a chair creaking. That’s just a recording of a chair creaking. Florence debates whether ingesting parasites is the way to go to slim down for swimsuit season. Diane ponders what style of hat she would like to put on her new seal friend. And both wonder why they have so many empty wine bottles and what they should do with them. This is Paper News Out Loud.Knowledge for the episode provided by the following:Headline:https://www.active.com/nutrition/articles/11-weirdest-diets-in-historyPet Corner:http://www.monachus-guardian.org/factfiles/carib0 [...]

Before this episode, an old wife came and whispered all her tales to our newscasters before she disappeared in a puff of smoke, leaving a heaping plate of dinner and a handmade blanket behind. Florence and Diane discuss the life hacks to end all life hacks. Diane discovers a new mode of transportation, and a friendly cave troll writes the newscasters a letter, requesting help with a social event. This is Paper News Out Loud.Knowledge for the episode provided by the following:Headline: https://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/07/26/old-wives-tales_n_3654968.htmlPet Corner:https://www.si.edu/spotlight/passe [...]

Want to hear a joke? Knock knock. Who’s there? Honeydew. Honeydew who? Honeydew you want to hear a garden joke! Diane teaches us all how to use plants to combat earthly pests and interdimensional space aliens. Florence wonders if one particular extinct cat could replace her beloved pet. And the newscasters learn that neither of them would make good cult leaders. This is Paper News Out Loud.Knowledge for the episode provided by the following:Headline: http://www.stumbleupon.com/su/1zezGK/:1cfIz!QwV:t8uWEM9_/www.naturallivingideas.com/11-plants-that-repel-mosquitoesPet Corner:

Hello, listeners. This is your favorite online product provider. We know you. We know when you’re sleeping. We know everything about you. *static noise* Sorry about that, listeners! Looks like the internet read our cookies and knew that we would be posting today so they wanted to send you a secret message. Florence ponders how often she needs toilet paper, Diane is inspired to create a t-shirt that states, “Desert animals need help too!” And the beloved ladies lend a hand to a listener who is struggling with dishware. This is Paper News Out Loud.Knowledge for this episode provided by the following:Headline Story: http://www.stumbleupon.com/su/5EU1HC/:R1f0sd9Q:_8EPK [...]

We love you a latte. Wait, what? Is it too soon? False, it’s never too soon for pumpkin spice lattes. Florence and Diane wish PSLs Happy Birthday, Diane still wonders if she has enough friends to sit on a giant, flightless bird, and—once again—both of our favorite newscasters share their well-practiced tips for being weird. This is Paper News Out Loud. Knowledge for this episode provided by the following: Headline Story: https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/wonk/wp/2016/09/15/love-it-or-hate-it-pumpkin-spice-is-here-to-stay/?utm_term=.87e6adf5a93b

What do Netflix, sea cows, and layer upon layer of makeup all have in common? They’re all in this episode, of course! Florence and Diane take you on a news-venture through time and space to discover secrets about Netflix… and themselves. Florence discovers the Netflix movies of her nightmares, Diane wonders if she has enough friends to fill an entire extinct sea mammal, and both wonder if they are really the best people to be giving advice about being attractive. This is Paper News Out Loud.Knowledge for this episode provided by the following:Headline story: http://www.datahand.com/access-netflix-hidden-categories.htmlPet Corner: