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Season 2 – Wow, I Never Knew That!

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Explores tidbits and fascinating facts that uncover the truths and origins behind already familiar things, from common items to everyday phrases.
Wow, I Never Knew That! — Season 2

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Jeff "JJ" Johnson

Host

Whoopi Goldberg

Executive Producer

David Harris Katz

Executive Producer

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Apr 23, 2025 Over or Under Exploring how a board game inspires the QR code and why Twinkies change flavors; the science behind rain's scent and clingy shower curtains. Details Episode 2 Aired Apr 23, 2025 Fried, Inked & Shocked Discover how ramen noodles were invented and why airplane lights dim during landing and takeoff; how a sci-fi novel led to the creation of the "Taser." Details Episode 3 Aired Apr 23, 2025 From Play-Doh to Plutonium Discover the x-ray camera that gave people superpowers, how Play-Doh cleaned walls and why pound cake is so heavy. Details Episode 4 Aired Apr 23, 2025 Just Add Duct Tape Uncover Pixar's secret code, why movie popcorn is so pricey and how a farmer invented glitter! Details Episode 5 Aired Apr 23, 2025 Juice, Joysticks & Gems Exploring what the M's in M&M's stand for and why grapefruit juice clashes with some medication. Details Episode 6 Aired Apr 23, 2025 Nature's Backup Plan Chocolate chip cookies exist due to a happy accident, snakes can save lives and squirrels help plant forests! Details Episode 7 Aired Apr 23, 2025 Royal Flush of Facts Uncover how bubblegum started, what the BMW logo really means; the spicy origin of Flamin' Hot Cheetos and the cost of selling hot dogs in N.Y.C. Details Episode 8 Aired Apr 23, 2025 Hidden in the Hum Uncovering the real sounds behind Lightsabers, Google's original name and how Santa's pilot's license is real. Details Episode 9 Aired Apr 23, 2025 The Purple Fence Is expired bottled water unsafe? Why was bubble wrap invented? A smashed priceless guitar to purple fences. Details Episode 10 Aired Apr 23, 2025 Less Than a Latte Samuel L. Jackson uses the force to share his favorite color; "The Terminator" script sells for less than a latte and much more. Details

Season Info

Executive Producer
Whoopi Goldberg, David Harris Katz
Network
Bounce
Rating
TV-G
Genre
Special Interest, History
Original Language
English
Release Date
Apr 23, 2025