Podcast
Thank You for Toilet Paper: A History of the Little Things
Hosted by Elizabeth Miller · EN
A podcast where we explore the fascinating history of how some of the "little things" were invented, produced, or just happened to be a cool part of life. A little gratitude with a little history.
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Episodes
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Faith and Thank You for Listening!
Sep 23, 202400:18:33Tap to summarizeHello, my friends! Today we'll take a little bit of time to talk about faith--faith in yourself! You're on this rip-roaring adventure called life, and tackling it without knowing what's around the corner. You're pretty amazing! On today's podcast episode, we'll talk about faith, and building faith in yourself, and I'll take a little time to show gratitude to you! Thank you for listening all this while! <3
Transcribe →Velcro
Sep 16, 202400:07:22Tap to summarizeToday we will talk about a handy device that has helped us since early childhood, from beginner-level shoes to hospital visits, military adventures, fashion, toys, and more! On today's podcast episode, we're going to take a little bit of time for a little bit of gratitude for Velcro! (Which is a specific brand, not just a generic name for loop and hook fasteners, but we'll get there in the episode!)
Transcribe →The Harp
Sep 2, 202400:13:28Tap to summarizeAs one of our earliest stringed instruments, the harp has been a part of music and worship for thousands of years. But did you know that it also played a part in "La Bamba"? On today's podcast episode, we take a little bit of time for a little bit of gratitude for the harp!
Transcribe →Doorbell
Aug 26, 202400:05:53Tap to summarizeFrom knockers to bells to leaving secret treats for friends and neighbors, doorbells have helped us make connections over the years and saved our hands from knocking on cold days. On today's podcast episode, we take a little bit of time for a little bit of gratitude for the doorbell!
Transcribe →Egg Carton
Aug 12, 202400:09:17Tap to summarizeFrom egg transportation to settling disputes between a hotel and a farmer, the egg carton has come to the rescue on a number of occasions over the years. On today's podcast episode, we take a little bit of time for a little bit of gratitude for the egg carton!
Transcribe →Elevators
Jul 29, 202400:12:30Tap to summarizeFrom the Roman Colosseum to battlefields and corporate meetings, the elevator has taken humanity to quite a few places throughout history. And no one quite loves a good elevator like everyone on moving day. On today’s podcast episode, we take a little bit of time for a little bit of gratitude for elevators.
Transcribe →Spatula
Jul 15, 202400:07:31Tap to summarizeFrom frosting cakes to flipping burgers, the spatula has made baking and cooking a lot easier for us over the years! On today's podcast episode, we take time for a little bit of love and gratitude for the spatula!
Transcribe →Toaster
Jul 8, 202400:08:50Tap to summarizeWhat if I told you that the invention of the toaster intersected with a huge, years-long internet prank and a fake Scottish inventor? Well, grab a piece of bread and pop it in the toaster, as we take a little bit of time for a little bit of gratitude on today’s podcast episode for toasters, and the surprisingly great story that goes with it. Or doesn’t. We’ll see.
Transcribe →Screen Printing
Jul 1, 202400:10:07Tap to summarizeFrom ancient China to the Pop Art movement to bowling shirts and concert Tees, screen printing has made for some pretty incredible designs and memories over the years! In today's podcast episode, we take a little bit of time for a little bit of gratitude for screen printing!
Transcribe →Bookmarks
Jun 24, 202400:09:31Tap to summarizeWhat’s the oddest thing you’ve ever used as a bookmark? Maybe an old receipt? Or even a piece of money? What about false eyelashes? Librarians have seen that one before! Whether you’re going the traditional route or perhaps getting a little more creative with your marker, there are many reasons to be grateful for bookmarks! And on today’s podcast episode, we’re going to talk about a few reasons we love them.
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