136. Surf's Up!

136. Surf's Up!

Author: Granevan Media January 3, 2022 Duration: 31:26
Debra, Diana, and Jesi talk about a man who never gave up on his education, an extreme overwaterer, and a surfboard that inspired a fundraiser... and the man with the most world records.
Tell us what sparks your interest on twitter (@interest_spark), facebook, instagram, and TikTok! (@sparkmyinterestpodcast) Send a crazy story or interesting article to sparkmyinterestpodcast@gmail.com or through our website sparkmyinterestpodcast.com and we might just discuss it on the show!
Articles and other sources:
https://www.onlinecollegeplan.com/oldest-recorded-college-graduates/
https://www.thecalifornian.com/story/news/2019/06/11/california-farmworker-oaxaca-mexico-earned-bachelors-at-58-honored-monterey-county/1420654001/
https://www.upi.com/Archives/1984/06/12/Finally-court-limits-lawn-sprinkling/2247455860800/
https://www.rd.com/article/surf-board-travels-hawaii-to-philippines/
https://www.surfline.com/surf-news/reunited/122410
https://www.gofundme.com/f/surfing-from-waimea-to-the-philippines?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_campaign=m_pd+share-sheet

From Granevan Media, Spark My Interest is a curious blend of storytelling that lives in the space where serious inquiry meets genuine amusement. Each episode digs into a true story-whether it's a forgotten historical event, a bizarre scientific discovery, or a cultural phenomenon that defies easy explanation-and presents it with a sense of wonder and a touch of levity. The aim isn't just to inform, but to connect the dots between disparate fields, finding the unexpected humor and humanity in tales of crime, society, and exploration. You'll hear narratives that feel both meticulously researched and casually told, as if you're uncovering a fascinating secret with a friend. This podcast operates on the belief that the world is full of strange, shocking, and thrilling threads, and pulling on just one can illuminate a much larger picture. It’s for anyone who has ever fallen down a rabbit hole of questions, emerging hours later with more stories than answers. The tone is conversational yet precise, blending documentary depth with the relatable asides of comedy, all in service of the story itself. Listen to Spark My Interest for a regular dose of perspective, a spark of curiosity that lingers long after the episode ends, and a reminder that the most compelling truths are often stranger than fiction.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 181

Spark My Interest
Podcast Episodes
80. The Saturn Return [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:16
Debra, Diana, and Jesi talk about a 100-year-old secret stash, another crazy garden find, and the 27 Club. Debra also read's Jesi's Amazon review of the Three Wolf Moon T-shirt.Tell us what sparks your interest on twitte…
79. A Draw [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:10
Debra, Diana, and Jesi talk about the bleeding house, a dark dinner date, and the queens of chess...and a foster child who grew up to do something wonderful.Tell us what sparks your interest on twitter (@interest_spark),…
78. You're Doin' It For Me [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:28
Debra, Diana, and Jesi talk about a man that was more than a husband, the mysterious Dyatlov Pass incident, and the mask painter of Rio de Janeiro...and a magic t-shirt.Tell us what sparks your interest on twitter (@inte…
77. A T-Gives Episode Spectacular! (Special Guest Aaron Milus) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:53
Debra, Diana, and Jesi are joined by Aaron Milus of the Created By podcast to talk about freaky festive food, crazy past predictions, a one-legged lifeguard, and a Thanksgiving Grandma...and the chocolate pudding fruit.T…
76. All But One [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:34
Debra, Diana and Jesi talk about a grocery store squatter, a lonely lottery loser, and a man with some special pub pals...and National Button Day.Tell us what sparks your interest on twitter (@interest_spark), facebook (…
75. Mayor of 55th Street [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:39
Debra, Diana, and Jesi talk about Big Bird's lucky break, the heart of a city, and a Zoom hero...and the race for Mayor of 55th Street.Tell us what sparks your interest on twitter, facebook, and instagram! Email a crazy…
74. Twinkies Don't Last Forever [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:16
Debra, Diana, and Jesi talk about a two-headed shark, the return of the jet pack man, and twinkies that turned...and an artificial heart transplant.Tell us what sparks your interest on twitter, facebook, and instagram! E…
73. Witches, Legends, Murder and Wayne [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:36
Debra, Diana, and Jesi are joined by Wayne from The Florida Men on Florida Man Podcast to talk about a not-so-wicked witch in history, The Legend of the Black Eyed Children, the murder of Sal Mineo, and Wayne's spooky ex…
72. My Two Deadbeats [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:40
Debra, Diana, and Jesi talk about twin deadbeat dads, a failed forgery, and pigloos...and profane parrots.Tell us what sparks your interest on twitter, facebook, and instagram! Email a crazy story or interesting article…
71. Ahoy! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:31
Debra, Diana, and Jesi talk about a dog crate prison break, the lockdown Romeo and Juliet, and the woman in the cupboard...and a wanted man in a sailor suit.Tell us what sparks your interest on twitter, facebook, and ins…