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Today, sports are popular all over the world! But have you ever wondered what the first team sport was? This week, Joy and cohost Xenia learn all about the Mesoamerican Ball Game, which is more than 3,000 years old! And they meet someone who is still playing today! Plus, a game of first things first that you wonât ball-lieve!
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Disney - Experience Disney's Elio, only in theaters June 20. Rated PG, parental guidance suggested.
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Joy is a real cool customer. How cool? Well, letâs just say she regularly sleeps in feline PJs, aka the catâs pajamas. Catâs pajamas are slang for something being really cool. To prove how much slang she knows, Joy plays a game of First Things First featuring some of her favorite slang terms. Only the coolest kids can win the game, daddy-o.
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Joy is so excited to be going on her first big camping trip, but she needs help â STAT! How do you put up a tent, anyway? And how do you make perfect, ooey gooey sâmores?! Luckily, her Girl Scout buddy and cohost Flora is here to help!
Join Joy and Flora on their camping trip, while they explore the history of the Girl Scouts! This super popular group teaches girls all kinds of skills, from managing money to how to be a good friend. Over a million girls across the U.S. are members â but how did the group get started anyway? (Spoiler: it all began with one courageous woman who had a big idea!) Plus, the story of another courageous woman who fought to ensure Black girls could join the Girl Scouts, too! And as always, a tasty new First Things First for you to sink your teeth into!
This episode was sponsored by:
Disney - Experience Disney's Elio, only in theaters June 20. Rated PG, parental guidance suggested.
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Todayâs episode is all about the best breakfast topping, the sap that slapsâŠmaple syrup! If youâve ever had maple syrup on your pancakes or waffles, you have the Native people of whatâs now called North America to thank for that. Native people have been making maple syrup for hundreds, if not thousands of years.
Tag along with Joy and cohost Marvin as they explain how syrup is made. Minnesota Public Radio reporter Chandra Colvin also drops by to share how Native communities continue this centuries-old syrup tradition. Plus, you won't want to miss a new First Things First, so stick around!
Featured Experts:
Chandra Colvin is a reporter for Native News at Minnesota Public Radio. Sheâs also a member of the Bois Forte Band of Chippewa. You can find more of her work here.Forest Hunt is a plant scientist with the East Phillips Neighborhood Institute. They are a direct descendant of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians in North Dakota.
Shirley Boyd and Bette Sam are elders in the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe.
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Forever Ago is on Spring Break this week! Weâll be back next week with a brand new episode all about the magic of maple syrup. In the meantime, enjoy this saucy showdown from our friends at Smash Boom Best!
Todayâs debate is a captivating clash of two condiments. Itâs Ketchup vs. Ranch! Weâve got comedian and writer Devohn Bland here to defend team Ranch and voice actor Merk Nguyen ready to fight for Ketchup! Who will be crowned the Smash Boom Best? Vote below for the team YOU think won! -
Fireworks dazzle us on special holidays, at flashy concerts and during some big public events (National Mr. Potatohead Day anyone?). But did you know people have been using fireworks to celebrate for centuries?
This week Joy and cohost Elliott learn about how firecrackers started with exploding bamboo in ancient China and how a couple of monks accidentally invented gunpowder. All this, plus an explosive new round of First Things First.
Featured Experts:
Dr. Haiwang Yuan is a writer, translator, and retired professor of Western Kentucky University who specializes in Chinese history, culture and language.
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Forever ago is back with a brand new episode all about the Native Youth Olympics! Join Joy and cohost Ali to learn all about how a group of students in Alaska started a sporting event that today has hundreds of participants! Plus, a brand new game of First Things First!
Featured Experts:
Nicole Johnson is the Head Official at the Native Youth Olympics in Anchorage, Alaska. She is also an instructor and former athlete of the games.
Resources:
Want to learn more about the Native Youth Olympics?
You can find links to info on the 2025 Native Youth Olympics on their website hereâ including a livestream of the games running April 24-26, 2025!
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Millions of people around the world love to watch the magical, musical, dance-filled films from India. The industry is nicknamed Bollywood. And its roots go back over 100 years, to a silent, black and white movie made by a man named Dadasaheb Phalke. Join Joy and co-host Senna as they explore the life of this pioneering filmmaker, while excavating an ancient video rental store. Plus a binge-worthy First Things First!
This episode is brought to you by Greenlight! Help your kids learn to earn, save, spend wisely, and invest with Greenlight, the debit card and money app for teens. Visit Greenlight.com/inclined.
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Host Joy Dolo loves the listeners of Forever Ago â but does she love them enough to do an episode about her nemesis MAYONNAISE??? Yes, yes she does. Joy faces down her least favorite food to learn about the origins of this very popular condiment, and co-host Maya calls in Splendid Tableâs Francis Lam to help Joy open her mind to mayo. Plus, a gloopy game of First Things First!
This episode is brought to you by Greenlight! Help your kids learn to earn, save, spend wisely, and invest with Greenlight, the debit card and money app for teens. Visit Greenlight.com/inclined.
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Hey Forever Ago friends! Happy April Fools Day! Weâre so excited to be back in your ears with brand new episodes next week, on April 9th! No fooling, we promise!! But we are celebrating by re-releasing our episode all about the history of April Fools Day. Happy Pranking!
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We have a real whale of a story for you this week! Itâs a FIN-tastic classic. Joy and cohost Mina meet up with Hugh the humpback whale to hear the story of Marie Fish, a real-life biologist who used underwater microphones to show the world that life under the sea is full of sounds. Then, theyâll hear how scientist Roger Payne changed the course of history for whales by releasing a record of their songs. Donât forget a splashy new First Things First!
A huge thank you to Science Fridayâs podcast âUndiscoveredâ for sharing a recording of their interview with Roger Payne. This episode also includes recordings from Whale.org, Ocean Alliance and the Cornell Lab of Ornithologyâs Library.
Want to learn more about how and why whales make songs and clicks?Check out Brains On episode about whale communication here.This episode was sponsored by:
Wondery - Follow 'Tis The Grinch Holiday Podcast and unlock weekly Christmas mystery bonus content and listen to every episode ad-free by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. -
Rap music is one of the most popular genres of music in the world today. But where did it all begin? Join hosts Joy and Savion as they go back to the 1970s to hear two stories about how rap music started. Learn how one teenager's back-to-school party brought together beats and rhyming to form a new style of music. And find out how a female record producer introduced rap music to the radio for the first time. All that plus a fresh First Things First. Hip hop and you donât stop!
This episode is brought to you by Wondery. Follow 'Tis The Grinch Holiday Podcast and unlock weekly Christmas mystery bonus content and listen to every episode ad-free by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. -
As times change, so do jobs, and careers that once were common can go extinct! Join Joy and co-host Amirah as they head to the world famous âThis Used to be a Career Fair.â There, youâll hear about knocker uppers, switchboard operators, ornamental hermits and other unique jobs that have gone away as technology and culture have changed. Plus, listeners share their ideas for new jobs that will exist in the future, and we play a brand new game of First Things First!
This episode was sponsored by:
Wondery - Follow 'Tis The Grinch Holiday Podcast and unlock weekly Christmas mystery bonus content and listen to every episode ad-free by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. -
You probably know Sesame Street as a fun, fast-paced show full of talking puppets, like Elmo and Big Bird. But it actually started as a huge experiment to see if TV could change kidsâ lives for the better! Join Joy and co-host Truman as tell the tale of how Sesame Street came to be. Itâs a wild story full of big gambles, creative ideas, haters and doubters! Along the way, theyâll help a very eager actor get ready for a big audition. Plus, a new First Things First featuring three iconic Sesame Street characters!
This episode brought to you by Wondery. Follow 'Tis The Grinch Holiday Podcast and unlock weekly Christmas mystery bonus content and listen to every episode ad-free by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts.
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Itâs the holiday season, which for Forever Ago host Joy Dolo means one thing: DEALS! Help her check off her holiday shopping list with a game of First Things First, where she and co-host Petra guess the order three classic toys were invented in.
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Black Friday is a huge shopping holiday in the U.S. that happens the day after Thanksgiving. There are tons of sales and sometimes people even wait for hours outside of stores to get the best deals! But where did this mega shopping day even come from? And whatâs in it for the stores?
Forever Ago and Million Bazillion have teamed up to investigate! Join Joy Dolo and co-host Petra as they travel back in time to find out how Black Friday started. Then, join Million Bazillionâs hosts Bridget Bodnar and Ryan Perez at the mall to learn how stores come up with deals and what to watch out for when youâre shopping for holiday gifts. Itâs an epic crossover episode you wonât want to miss!
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Gladiators were professional fighters who lived thousands of years ago in ancient Rome. But they weren't just fighters, they were also influencers who helped sell products and were hugely popular with fans.
Join Joy and co-host Juliette as they explore the history of these athletes â and learn how some of them tried to escape their lives of constant battle. Theyâll hear the story of one of the most famous gladiators of all time, Spartacus, and the revolution he led. Plus, a sporty new First Things First!
Featured Expert:
Dr. Fiona Radford is a historian who specializes in ancient Rome. She also co-hosts The Partial Historians podcast.This episode was sponsored by:
Greenlight - Help your kids learn to earn, save, spend wisely, and invest with Greenlight, the debit card and money app for teens. Visit Greenlight.com/inclined.
Goodie Witch Books - Combine the spirit of Halloween with the magic of giving with Goodie Witch!: Spreading the Magic of Kindness, available at Amazon.
Wild Interest: Let your kids' imaginations run wild and check out the new podcast Wild Interest wherever you get your podcasts. wildinterest.com -
Tune in for a super special election day episode from our friends at The Ten News!
đłïž Itâs Election Day and Pamela is driving Ryan to the polls
đïžTenâers Tupelo and Everrett have taken over the studio!
đ€Ż Get caught up on the key things to remember about today.
âïž Tenâer Alonso has an important question
đ And letâs not forget about the rest of the world. Ten News Correspondent Jamie looks at elections around the world.
About The Ten News:
The Ten News releases weekly 10 Things You Need to Know episodes on Thursdays and monthly Deep Dives. The episodes are packed full of news, stories, and fun for kids and their families.
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Happy April Foolâs Day! Just kidding, we know itâs October. But that doesnât stop Joy from celebrating April Foolâs Day all year round â especially with lots of banana peels and whoopee cushions! Join Joy and co-host Michalea as they explore how the prankiest day of the year mightâve started. Theyâll hear about some of the most epic pranks throughout history, from hot dog-flavored fizzy drinks to spaghetti-growing trees. Plus, Brains On! host Molly Bloom drops by to talk about how posting fake information online is bad news. And last but not least, another mischievous game of First Things First!
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Usually, bonus episodes like this are exclusively for Smarty Pass subscribers but this month weâre sharing them with all our listeners. If you like this bonus episode and want to hear fun games every month, plus ad-free episodes, sign up for Smarty Pass!
Forever Ago host Joy Dolo is producing the greatest film ever made: her life story! The only problem is her friend and script editor Molly Bloom has a few questions about Joyâs story. When did Joy graduate from college? When did she get glasses? When did she start performing improv? Thereâs only one real way to get to the answers Molly needs and thatâs with a game of First Things First!
To get more bonus episodes like this every month, sign up for Smarty Pass at SmartyPass.org.
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