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1000 Things You Should Know

1000 Things You Should Know

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 1000 Things You Should Know is a smart, fast-paced podcast that delivers essential, strange, and often-overlooked knowledge — one episode at a time. Hosted by Ezra Wade, a wry and curious guide with a knack for making complex ideas feel simple and alive, the show dives into the things we wish we learned in school (or paid more attention to if we did). Each episode explores three different topics — spanning practical skills, historical truths, scientific oddities, forgotten facts, and cultural insights. Whether it’s how to start a fire with no tools, why the Library of Alexandria really burned, or how flat Earth myths survive today, Ezra blends clarity, dry humor, and wonder to make sure every fact sticks. This isn’t trivia. It’s the good stuff — the kind of knowledge that helps you understand the world better, survive it more skillfully, and see connections where most people don’t look. Because nobody knows everything.
But you can know a lot more.

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  • Decode Medication Labels Like a Pro: Essential Guide to Understanding Prescription and Over-the-Counter Drug Information

    Decode Medication Labels Like a Pro: Essential Guide to Understanding Prescription and Over-the-Counter Drug Information
    Jul 10 2025
    Welcome to 1000 Things You Need to Know, the show where we break down the essentials so you can navigate life with confidence. Today, we’re tackling a topic that affects just about everyone at some point: understanding medication labels. Whether you pick up a prescription from your pharmacy or grab something over-the-counter at the store, that little label holds a lot of power—but not everyone knows how to read it. So let’s untangle the mysteries of your meds, and I promise, this will be more interesting than reading the back of a cereal box.

    Imagine this scenario: you’re at home, your head is pounding, and you reach for that bottle of pain relief you bought yesterday. But when you look at the label, you see words like “acetaminophen,” “500 mg,” and a bunch of tiny print about directions and warnings. Or maybe you pick up your latest prescription, and the label is filled with medical jargon, dates, and numbers. Don’t worry—you’re not alone if you feel a bit lost. Even nurses and pharmacists go through special training to decode these labels, according to resources from registered nurse educators and leading pharmacy organizations.

    Let’s start with the basics. Every medication label—whether it’s prescription or over-the-counter—has some core pieces of information you should look for. First, there’s the name of the medication. You’ll often see both the brand name, which is catchy and bold, and the generic name, which is the official medical term. Sometimes, your pharmacist might give you the generic version to save money, but don’t worry—it works just the same. For example, you might see “Tylenol” and then, in smaller print, “acetaminophen.” Both are the same thing, just with different names.

    Next, check the strength. This tells you how much of the drug is in each dose. It could say something like “500 mg per tablet” or “40 mg per 5 mL” if it’s a liquid. The directions will explain how and when to take the medication—maybe “take one tablet every 4 to 6 hours as needed for pain.” Always follow these instructions closely, and if anything is unclear, just ask your pharmacist. That’s what they’re there for, and most pharmacies will happily answer your questions, even after hours.

    Look for the expiration or use-by date, too. Taking expired medication can be risky, so make sure it’s still good to go. You’ll also find the total quantity of the medication, the name of your doctor or prescriber, and sometimes a description of what the pill or liquid should look like—helpful if you’re trying to spot a fake.

    Don’t overlook the warnings or auxiliary instructions. These can tell you if you need to take the medication with food, avoid alcohol, or keep it in the fridge. Sometimes, the label will have a barcode or a unique number called an NDC code, which helps pharmacies keep track of your medication.

    So why is this all so important? Because understanding your medication label can help you avoid mistakes, stay safe, and get the most out of your treatment. It’s the first step in making sure you’re taking the right dose, at the right time, and in the right way.

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  • Three Safe Ways to Thaw Frozen Food and Avoid Dangerous Bacteria Growth in Your Kitchen

    Three Safe Ways to Thaw Frozen Food and Avoid Dangerous Bacteria Growth in Your Kitchen
    Jul 9 2025
    Welcome back to 1000 Things You Need to Know, the podcast where we take everyday questions and turn them into life-changing knowledge you’ll actually use. Today, we’re diving into something we’ve all had to figure out: how to properly thaw frozen food. Because nothing kills the vibe of taco night like realizing your chicken breasts are still solid as a glacier.

    Let’s get one thing straight—the way you thaw your food matters, and not just because you want dinner on the table before next week. According to food safety experts at Michigan State University and the USDA, the real danger comes from letting food sit in what they call the “danger zone”—that’s between 40 and 140 degrees Fahrenheit. In that temperature range, bacteria multiply faster than kids at a birthday party when the cake comes out.

    So how should you thaw your food safely? There are three recommended methods, and none of them involve leaving a rock-hard roast on your kitchen counter all day. That’s a hard no. First up, refrigerator thawing. This is the gold standard. Just transfer your frozen food from freezer to fridge, and it will slowly thaw while staying below that 40-degree safety threshold. It takes time—about 24 hours for every five pounds of meat, so if you’re planning to defrost a turkey, don’t wait until the morning of Thanksgiving. The bonus is that food thawed this way can be refrozen if your plans change, without any loss of safety, though there might be a bit of quality drop.

    Option two is cold water thawing. This one’s for when you didn’t plan ahead—maybe you forgot it was your turn to host Taco Tuesday. Place the food in a leak-proof bag, submerge it in cold tap water, and change the water every 30 minutes. Small packages might be ready in an hour or less, but larger cuts can take a few hours. Just remember, you have to cook food thawed this way immediately before refreezing or chilling it again.

    Last, we have microwave thawing. It’s speedy, but it needs attention. Use your microwave’s defrost setting, stir or turn the food, and as soon as it’s thawed—cook it right away. Some microwaves will start cooking the thinner parts while the thicker parts are still frozen, so be ready to get cooking once you hear that ding.

    You can technically cook food straight from the freezer, but you’ll need to add about 50 percent more cooking time—and the texture might not be quite as perfect.

    The bottom line: never thaw food on the counter, in your car, or even in warm water. Keep food away from that “danger zone” and you’ll dodge more than just a soggy steak—you’ll keep your family safe from foodborne illness.

    Thanks for tuning in to 1000 Things You Need to Know. Make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode that makes your daily life a little safer and a lot smarter. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

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  • Unmask Fake News: 3 Simple Steps to Spot Misinformation and Protect Your Information Diet

    Unmask Fake News: 3 Simple Steps to Spot Misinformation and Protect Your Information Diet
    Jul 8 2025
    Hey there, and welcome back to 1000 Things You Need to Know, the podcast where curiosity meets clarity. I’m your host, and today, we’re diving into a skill that’s as essential as your morning coffee: how to spot fake news. With so much information zipping around the internet, it’s tougher than ever to know what’s fact, what’s fiction, and what’s just somebody’s creative writing exercise that got out of hand.

    Let’s face it: fake news isn’t new, but the ways it travels sure are. Social media, AI-generated images, even deepfake videos—all these have made it easier for misinformation to dress up like the truth and sneak into your feed. According to researchers, even the most realistic fabricated stories can fool people if they’re not on guard. But don’t panic; there’s good news! You don’t need a supercomputer or a detective badge to protect yourself. What you really need are a few practical critical thinking tools.

    One simple method, recently highlighted in education, is called the CAT test: Check, Ask, Think. It’s exactly as straightforward as it sounds. First, check the accuracy of what you’re seeing—does it come from a source you recognize, and can you find the same claim from reputable news outlets? If a headline screams, “Chocolate cures baldness!” but only one questionable website is saying so, you might want to keep your hat.

    Next, ask the right questions. Why is this story being told? Who stands to benefit if you believe it? Sometimes the motivation is obvious, like getting clicks or selling a product. Other times, it’s more subtle—think of a viral meme pushing a political angle, or a story that tugs at your heartstrings to distract you from the lack of real evidence.

    Then, think—really think—about how it makes you feel. Fake news often plays on emotions, pitting anger, outrage, or joy against your logic. If you feel a strong reaction, that’s a perfect moment to pause and do a little digging. As one expert put it, use your brain, not just your gut.

    If you want to go deeper, you can look for telltale clues: awkward grammar, an absence of specifics, links that lead nowhere, or “experts” you can’t track back to real credentials. And for those high-tech fakes, remember even AI-powered detectors sometimes get fooled, which means your own media literacy—your ability to question and investigate—is more important than ever.

    Bottom line, in a world where fake news spreads faster than the latest dance trend, your best defense is to slow down and think critically before you share. Next time something seems off, remember to Check, Ask, and Think.

    Thanks for tuning in to 1000 Things You Need to Know. If you learned something today, don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

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