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Thank You for Toilet Paper: A History of the Little Things
Elizabeth Miller
188 episodes
2 days ago
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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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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Education
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Thank You for Toilet Paper: A History of the Little Things
Faith and Thank You for Listening!

Hello, 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

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1 year ago
18 minutes 33 seconds

Thank You for Toilet Paper: A History of the Little Things
Velcro

Today 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!)

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1 year ago
7 minutes 22 seconds

Thank You for Toilet Paper: A History of the Little Things
The Harp

As 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!

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1 year ago
13 minutes 28 seconds

Thank You for Toilet Paper: A History of the Little Things
Doorbell

From 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!

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1 year ago
5 minutes 53 seconds

Thank You for Toilet Paper: A History of the Little Things
Egg Carton

From 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!

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1 year ago
9 minutes 17 seconds

Thank You for Toilet Paper: A History of the Little Things
Elevators

From 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.

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1 year ago
12 minutes 30 seconds

Thank You for Toilet Paper: A History of the Little Things
Spatula

From 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!

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1 year ago
7 minutes 31 seconds

Thank You for Toilet Paper: A History of the Little Things
Toaster

What 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. 

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1 year ago
8 minutes 50 seconds

Thank You for Toilet Paper: A History of the Little Things
Screen Printing

From 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!

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1 year ago
10 minutes 7 seconds

Thank You for Toilet Paper: A History of the Little Things
Bookmarks

What’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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1 year ago
9 minutes 31 seconds

Thank You for Toilet Paper: A History of the Little Things
Dryer Sheets

While dryer sheets may help keep the static out of our laundry, they got their start because of a special spark between husband and wife in the 1960s. On today's podcast episode, we take a little bit of time for a little bit of gratitude for dryer sheets!

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1 year ago
6 minutes 23 seconds

Thank You for Toilet Paper: A History of the Little Things
Bouncy Balls

From ancient Mayan games to the White House, bouncy balls have had a place in sacred rituals, childhood memories, and stress relief for thousands of years. On today's episode, we take a little bit of time for a little bit of gratitude and love for bouncy balls!

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1 year ago
7 minutes 55 seconds

Thank You for Toilet Paper: A History of the Little Things
Crutches

This little invention has been helping us get around since ancient Egypt. From broken bones to lifestyles with better mobility, crutches have been helping humanity get on the move for centuries. On today's podcast, we take a little bit of time for a little bit of gratitude for crutches!

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1 year ago
7 minutes 35 seconds

Thank You for Toilet Paper: A History of the Little Things
Garage

What do the Beatles, Metallica, Apple, Google, Disney, and Harley-Davidson have in common? They all got their start in a good old-fashioned garage! On today’s podcast episode, we take a little bit of time for some gratitude for the garage!

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1 year ago
9 minutes 36 seconds

Thank You for Toilet Paper: A History of the Little Things
Hominy
From tortillas to stew to dessert, this versatile version of corn has fed humanity for thousands of years! In today's podcast episode, we take a little bit of time for a little bit of love for hominy!
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1 year ago
8 minutes 45 seconds

Thank You for Toilet Paper: A History of the Little Things
Rubber Foam

Foam shows up in so many places in our lives! From mattresses and yoga mats to car seats and shoes. To foam pits of doom. But more on that later. On today’s podcast episode, we’ll take a little bit of time for a little bit of gratitude for rubber foam!

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1 year ago
7 minutes 2 seconds

Thank You for Toilet Paper: A History of the Little Things
Wet Wipes

Let’s talk about a handy invention that comes to the rescue when we have a sticky mess to clean up. And as it turns out, this invention has a connection to Kentucky Fried Chicken! On today’s podcast, we’ll take a little bit of time for a little bit of gratitude for wet wipes!

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1 year ago
7 minutes 31 seconds

Thank You for Toilet Paper: A History of the Little Things
Solar Power

It's kept the world going for billions of years, it's the center of our solar system and can give a wicked sunburn. But more than that, the power of the sun can keep us warm, nurture crops, and even help us power our homes, cities, and airplanes! On today's podcast episode, we'll be taking a little bit of time for a little bit of gratitude for solar power!

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1 year ago
9 minutes 45 seconds

Thank You for Toilet Paper: A History of the Little Things
Baking Yeast
Taking us to greater heights in the world of bread, yeast has been lifting our spirits for hundreds of years. In this podcast episode, we take a little time for a little bit of love and gratitude for baking yeast!
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1 year ago
8 minutes 44 seconds

Thank You for Toilet Paper: A History of the Little Things
Fire Hydrant

Taking us from buckets of water to high-powered streams, the fire hydrant has helped humanity fight fires and keep each other safe for many years. In this podcast episode, we take a little bit of time for a little bit of gratitude and love for the fire hydrant!

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1 year ago
9 minutes

Thank You for Toilet Paper: A History of the Little Things
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.