Info On The Go
Info On The Go is a family-friendly podcast designed for curious minds of all ages! Perfect for learning on the go, our weekly episodes dive into fascinating stories, important events, and fun facts from both the past and present.
Whether you’re commuting, traveling, or enjoying some downtime at home, we make learning engaging, accessible, and entertaining for the whole family. From historical milestones to modern marvels, every episode is packed with insights, surprises, and a few laughs along the way.
Join us as we connect the dots between history and today’s world, sparking curiosity and inspiring conversations that will keep everyone coming back for more.
So tune in each week for your dose of fun, learning, and discovery — because the journey of knowledge never ends!
Thank You for listening and Stay curious,
Kat & William
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Tomatoes
Tomatoes: From Poison Apple to Global Star
Tomatoes are flowering plants from the nightshade family, native to South America and first cultivated by ancient Mesoamerican civilizations like the Aztecs. Introduced to Europe in the 1500s, they were once feared as poisonous due to their resemblance to deadly nightshade. Early European tomatoes were small and golden, inspiring names like golden apple and even love apple in France.
Over time, curiosity beat fear. Italy embraced them in cuisine, and figures like Thomas Jefferson helped spread their popularity in America. Then came Alexander Livingston, who in 1870 transformed tomatoes from small, hollow oddities into the juicy, flavorful fruits we love today.
Today, tomatoes come in thousands of varieties and colors—red, yellow, purple, even black. Rich in water and nutrients like lycopene and vitamin C, they're used in everything from pasta sauces to Bloody Marys. They've even been grown in space! So next time you slice into one, remember: you’re not just eating a fruit—you’re tasting history.
Thank You for listening and Stay curious,
Kat & William
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