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The Raised Eyebrow podcast is a clever show that explores all the topics, “what ifs”, and “how abouts” you’ve randomly pondered — but you never thought that anyone actually thinks like this. Well we do! In fact we all do (except lawyers). And, we’ll be your guides through the random thoughts that go through all our heads, as well as the tangents that just so happen to come up.
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Your move Hollywood. In this week's episode, we pitch ideas for crossovers between our favourite movies and TV shows. From horror movies to sci-fi and from Godzilla to The Hangover, this show covers in all. Plus, you'll even discover how many of your favourite shows are all connected. It's it a conspiracy theory, well no... sorry Internet. Regardle…
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By "rabbit holes" we mean the long-winded ones you'd find on the Internet. Not the homes of our furry friends. They're cool. Besides the Internet is more fun! (Sorry bunnies). There are conspiracy theories around every corner, people arguing about tax reform with a heated passion, and crazy myths, legends, origin stories, and so much more. We're on…
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Whether we admit it or not, swearing is a part of our lives. These words are able to express complex emotions so perfectly, blow off steam, and brilliantly capture the times. It amazes us how this is probably the one category that humans perfect over and over throughout history—so let's explore it a little further. Follow us on the socials: Instagr…
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If you've ever sat down and thought about it, mascots are random. Some have a purpose in a team or city's history. Some come out of simply nowhere. In this week's episode we explore the oddities in our world that call themselves 'mascots', as well as use AI and our own imaginations to create some mascots of our own! Follow us on the socials: Instag…
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Move over, Greta! This is humanity's definitive guide to saving the world from aliens, pandemics, economic crises, mental health and more! Plus, we even solve racism—Yes, we went there too. Well... Hollywood did, we just copied them like they copy everyone else. So, jump on in and learn how easy it is to save the world! Follow us on the socials: In…
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It's back! The second annual Raisies Award Show is here! Now unlike other award shows, we don't drag on with acceptance speeches or hand out awards to things that are only getting them because of industry politics—whoops, sorry... apparently we have an axe to grind. At the Raisies, we give out awards to random things that should be awarded. Pain an…
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This episode is not for our listeners with weak stomachs. Also for legal reasons we should state these stories are not our own, we're just sharing a good laugh that is opinion—which may or may not be true. Phew, with that out of the way let's dive in to what is quite possibly the best thing we've ever read! Follow us on the socials: Instagram @rais…
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Ah yes, the Internet loves to explore this subject—and apparently so does the US government lately. Who knew? To add to one of our favorite subjects we are (finally) going to give our take on whether or not aliens do exist, are they here on Earth, and if so, what would they be like? Follow us on the socials: Instagram @raisedeyebrow.podcast https:/…
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Have you ever stopped and pondered how some of the holiday traditions we celebrate are a bit strange. They are a mix of historical, traditional, and modern culture all wrapped up in a festive event of some kind. So, join us as we explore the world and its unique holiday customs, their oddities, history, and traditions. Follow us on the socials: Ins…
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Honestly, who knows? In this episode we explore the possibilities that we could be, or are not, and what kind of simulation we're in if we are. Make sense? So, without further ado, plug in, headphone up, and let's dive into the matrix and explore this very possible reality (or is it virtual reality) we're in. Follow us on the socials: Instagram @ra…
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In this week's episode we explore several fan theories created about your beloved TV Shows and Movies. This episode includes theories for Harry Potter, Rugrats, Spongebob Squarepants, Paw Patrol, and more! So tune in Follow us on the socials: Instagram @raisedeyebrow.podcast https://www.instagram.com/raisedeyebrow.podcast/ Twitter @_RaisedEyebrow h…
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We all know who the major historical figures are. From Newton to Einstein, and Marie Curie to Rosa Parks. But, there are many other notable people who's contributions to our collective lives have been lost to time. In this episode, we're going to discuss some historical figures who made a mark on history only to be forgotten. And, just like mullets…
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Let's face it, reality TV shows are stale. We've seen it all: family drama, voting people off, skill competitions, and immunities. We need something new. So, in this week's episodes Kojo, Mike, and Alex are pitching new reality TV shows that are must watch train-wrecks. Follow us on the socials: Instagram @raisedeyebrow.podcast https://www.instagra…
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Last episode we asked the question: How come our body doesn't come with a user's manual? Everything else does. As a follow up, Alex sat down with Stretchy Steph, Fascial Stretch Specialist. In this interview Steph and Alex explore how the human body really works and how most of us lack a functional understanding of it. Follow @StretchySteph: https:…
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We have these bodies and brains, but it seems our whole lives are spent trying to figure out how to use them? Every time we turn on the news there's some new study about how we aren't using our brains properly or using our bodies wrong. So what is the right way? Will we ever know? Or, is this the point of this whole life thing? Wow, that was pretty…
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Our first season is in the bag. And, now we're moving onto our sophomore year of podcasting. However, unlike school this one won't be socially awkward. Join us as we embark on more witty ideas about all things that make this whole humanity thing a little strange sometimes. Follow us on the socials: Instagram @raisedeyebrow.podcast https://www.insta…
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Everywhere you look there's someone citing some study about something. In this week's episode, not only do we join the bandwagon and cite some studies ourselves, but we also discuss why that is, what makes a study, and what to look for. Follow us on the socials: Instagram @raisedeyebrow.podcast https://www.instagram.com/raisedeyebrow.podcast/ Twitt…
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Or, more appropriately, we need to talk about free speech. Let's face it, this freedom is an important one. Case and point: it allows us to write this very sentence. In this episode we explore why the debate surrounding twitter is important, and how we feel it highlights how important our right to free speech is. Now, don't worry, we don't get all …
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We've all heard the stories, now we're gonna flip the script and put these tales into real life. So, rather than fairy godmothers, magic, witches, and strange creatures — we're gonna retell fairy tales as if they were set in real life. Follow us on the socials: Instagram @raisedeyebrow.podcast https://www.instagram.com/raisedeyebrow.podcast/ Twitte…
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This week, Kojo is off tending to Mini Kojo, so Mike and Alex are just shootin' the shit. More specifically, we're just gonna talk about all those random videos and posts that popped up in Alex's Instagram feed. Because, some of it is kind of interesting... some of it. Follow us on the socials: Instagram @raisedeyebrow.podcast https://www.instagram…
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We're gonna get all emotional up in here. The best way, the most tried-tested-and-true way to get society to go along with your crazy idea: manipulate their emotions. It's a tale as old as time and it's one that we're going to explore in this week's episode. Follow us on the socials: Instagram @raisedeyebrow.podcast https://www.instagram.com/raised…
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Do you ever get those targeted ads trying to sell you a "secret" on how you can start your dream business, become your own boss, and retire in 5 years. We get them all the time. So, much so that we're gonna make an episode about how hustle culture needs to chill. Follow us on the socials: Instagram @raisedeyebrow.podcast https://www.instagram.com/r…
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Adulting is hard enough as it is. And, relationships are hard too. Then when you put the two together, breaking up with other people in your life (hair stylist, accountant, neighbours, colleagues, and so on) it can get messy. So, in this episode we're gonna help you out with tips and tricks on how you can break up with people in your life. As for y…
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Hello there. Time for another episode, this time sans Mike. But, that's okay. For us, not him. In this week's episode we're gonna share some parables, stories, little diddies, and tales from around the world. Plus, a little tangent on crows, because they're kinda cool. Follow us on the socials: Instagram @raisedeyebrow.podcast https://www.instagram…
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As you gear up for your summer vacation, take a listen to our tried-tested-and-true travel hacks. You won't find (most) of these hacks on your standard-issue blog and clickbait website. Oh no. These gems are real products from the hosts of The Raised Eyebrow podcast. We got hacks that will definitely make it so scammers and street vendors simply ca…
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Who doesn't love comedy? ... well apparently some people, but let's not add fuel to that fire. Stand up comedy is an art form, and its practitioners are today's philosophers. The greatest comedians of any generation were able to tap into a part of society and strike that right cord — both educating and humiliating us at the same time. In this week'…
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One thing we can all agree on is that clickbait is tempting and annoying. We all fall for it. And, if you say you don't — you definitely do! In this week's episode, we explore clickbait why it's so tantalising and the dangers that come with it. Because you can't trust clickbait... except us. You can trust us. Follow us on the socials: Instagram @ra…
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What more of a reason do you need? Beer, wine, whiskey, vodka — all the good stuff relies on the environment. So, if you're not gonna do it for the baby seals, do it for the beer. In this episode we explore all the reasons we're "trying" to save the environment and how it's not enough. Plus, we explore new ways to get people inspired to 'give it an…
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Another episode of Pitch Meetings is here, and this week we're sharing our ideas about what game shows we should have. Enough of the spinning wheels and quiz shows with questions we pretend to know — we want game shows that are pure entertainment for today's audience. What are they? Give the episode a listen and explore them with us. Follow us on t…
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We're back with part two of our pyramid schemes episode. In this part, we explore how certain systems in our world are similar to pyramid schemes, as well as our trademark tangents, because that's how we roll. If you haven't listened to part one, hop on over there to get caught up. Follow us on the socials: Instagram @raisedeyebrow.podcast https://…
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It seems like pyramid schemes are all the rage these days. Everywhere you turn someone is hocking now new fangled gadget or health substance that will "improve your life" if you only recruit 20 people. Join along as our three favourite sceptics explore why pyramid schemes are so trendy, so wrong, yet so successful. Follow us on the socials: Instagr…
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In this week's episode we play around with ChatGPT and ask it about aliens. Do they exist? Well according to it: Yes! And, they've been visiting our planet for a while now. So buckle up and get ready for a wild ride of discovery, mystery, and contemplating our very existance... or, maybe the bot was just trolling us. Maybe. Follow us on the socials…
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Movies don't make any sense. We get the whole "suspend your disbelief" thing and all, but sometimes that's kinda hard to do. In this episode, we explore our favourite (or most annoying) inconsistencies in movies. Follow us on the socials: Instagram @raisedeyebrow.podcast https://www.instagram.com/raisedeyebrow.podcast/ Twitter @_RaisedEyebrow https…
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Wait is "shit" offensive these days? What is the consensus on that? Does adding an asterisk protect people, or just protect our podcast from the algorithum? Ah! Who cares. In this week's episode, we've done away with the script. We're gonna have an old fashioned chit chat and discuss whatever comes to mind and follow the tangents that just come up.…
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What started off as a continuation of time travel turned into an interesting tangent where we explore more about life, the universe, and everything — and no it doesn't equal 42. Plus, we get a little more technical on what time travel is. Follow us on the socials: Instagram @raisedeyebrow.podcast https://www.instagram.com/raisedeyebrow.podcast/ Twi…
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We've all seen movies that use time travel as a plot device, whether it's a convenient way to save Lois Lane (looking at you Superman) or simply just want to switch things up. But, what is time? Like really? What is it? Well friends we dig into that (kinda). In this episode, we explore whether time travel is even possible and if so, how. Spoiler al…
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Getting buried in a suit or your nicest dress is so 1890s. For now on, people should add their personal touch to what they get buried in. This way, if you ever rise from the grave and start scaring the neighbours, at least you look like yourself. So, in this episode we explore how we can add the 'fun' back into funeral. Follow us on the socials: In…
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There's smart everything these days. From smart speakers to video doorbells, and from smoke detectors to lightbulbs. In this week's episode, we imagine a few smart home devices that would should (or shouldn't) get. Follow us on the socials: Instagram @raisedeyebrow.podcast https://www.instagram.com/raisedeyebrow.podcast/ Twitter @_RaisedEyebrow htt…
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The continuation of the award show of award shows is here! In the second half of the Raisies we get more random with our awards. Join us for what is truly better than those other award shows. Maybe that's just our egos talking... or, maybe not. Follow us on the socials: Instagram @raisedeyebrow.podcast https://www.instagram.com/raisedeyebrow.podcas…
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Introducing The Raisies, the award show that award shows wish they could be. Rather than having committees, politically-correct hosts, on-stage fights, and enough commercial brakes to drive you insane — our award show acknowledges things we enjoyed over the past year. We made up our own categories and our own reason for awarding these things. Why? …
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Another year in the books. Whether you're on the Georgian calendar and looking back on 2022, 6772 on the Assyrian calendar, 2566 on the Buddist calendar, 1443-1444 on the Islamic calendar, or 4355 on the Korean calendar — it was quite the year. But, we're going to cover none of that. Instead we'll look back on a handful of stories that were notable…
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Almost every team building exercise and "Let's Get to Know You" questionnaire asks what kind of superpowers you would like to have... as if it's some kind of insight into your soul. But, we're not gonna get into that. Instead we're going to explore what kind of superpowers do humans actually have. Follow us on the socials: Instagram @raisedeyebrow.…
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Cults are seemingly everywhere these days. Yet, have you ever wondered what the difference is between that annoying person you know who's really into crossfit and that's all they talk about, and a real cult? Is crossfit a cult? (Short answer: yes). But seriously, where is that fine line between cults that do harm and "cults" that are just annoying …
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Admit it, we've all been a part of one. Whether you're a reformed hipster or burned all the evidence of your former man-bun — fads are a part of culture. But why? How come we fall for the annoying things and get caught up in the pizazz of the latest thing-a-ma-bob? Are we that desperate? Probably. So, on that note listen to our latest episode where…
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Social media brings out the worst in us. In this episode we discuss how the online world turns us into Narcissists while detaching us from reality. So is it a generational thing? Is it technology overwhelming human nature? Plus, what about the whole Metaverse thing? We have so many questions… Follow us on the socials: Instagram @raisedeyebrow.podca…
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In this episode, we kick things off by asking the question: why is soccer so popular around the world? You know the sport, it’s the one where players kick the round ball with their feet. Whether you call it soccer, football, futbol, calcio, or ballon pied to name a few — this sport is life for so many people around the world. So with the biggest to…
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Introducing pitch meetings! In these episodes we pitch ideas to each other around a particular topic. In our inaugural episode, we predict the future. Why? Because who better to do it than three podcast hosts who've seen one too many sci-fi movies. Follow us on the socials: Instagram @raisedeyebrow.podcast https://www.instagram.com/raisedeyebrow.po…
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Ah supernatural stuff. In this one, we tackle the psychology of why people believe in ghosts, the explanations for ghost stories, and whether there’s any merit to our obsession with them as a society. Plus we come up with some alternate theories of our own – classic us. Follow us on the socials: Instagram @raisedeyebrow.podcast https://www.instagra…
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We get a little imaginative in part two as we experiment with made up conspiracies and justify why people would believe them. It gets weird with the Teletubbies, Peter Pan, Sesame Street, drugs, and music. Go figure. If you haven't listened to part one yet, check that out first so you don't miss out on all the tangents and random stuff that came up…
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What’s the deal with humans and conspiracy theories? In this episode, we tackle the most popular, supposedly real ones and try to figure out why people balloon these things into entire movements. We also dare try to logically navigate through the psychology of illogical ideology. Tongue twister? After you listen to this, check out part two where we…
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