Episode 38

Wonder World Podcast Monday, December 11

Published on: 11th December, 2023

🎄 This episode is jam-packed with celebrations, history, and laughs, perfect for the whole family.

We're sending birthday wishes to famous folks like Frank Sinatra, Jane Austen, and our young listeners. 🎂 And did you know there's a whole day dedicated to noodle rings? We'll chat about that, too!

Dive into history with us as we explore events like the Boston Tea Party and the publication of A Christmas Carol. Plus, we're embracing the festive spirit with National Cocoa Day, National Horse Day, and the ever-fun Ugly Sweater Day. 🐴🍪

Get ready for some foodie fun as we discover the story of Chef Boyardee and delve into the sweet world of Canadian maple syrup. 🍁 And, of course, there are jokes and trivia to keep you giggling and guessing.

So cozy up with a cup of cocoa, don your ugliest sweater, and join us for a delightful mix of facts, fun, and festive cheer. 🌟🎧

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The Team

Host: Pam Barnhill

Host: Olivia Barnhill

Research and Writing: Betsy Cypress

Production: Thomas Barnhill

Graphics: Katy Wallace

Operations: Meg Angelino

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About the Podcast

The Wonder World Podcast
Stories, cool facts, and fun for curious kids
Got curious kids? Are you looking for safe, fun, agenda-free content to share as a family on the way to school or in your homeschool? Then the Wonder World podcast was made for you!

Join Pam, Olivia, and Thomas Barnhill as they take you and your kids on a journey of discovery every Monday. You'll learn about little know celebrations, this day in history, a weekly vocabulary word, poems, stories, and so much more.

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Pam Barnhill

Pam Barnhill believes that you don’t have to sacrifice relationships to homeschool strong.

An award-winning educator, former journalist, and now homeschooling mom, she has a knack for breaking down big tasks into small, manageable steps and getting to the heart of the stories her listeners want to hear.

She is the host of the popular podcasts Ten Minutes to a Better Homeschool and Your Morning Basket and the author of three homeschooling books including: Better Together: Strengthen Your Family, Simplify Your Homeschool, and Savor the Subjects that Matter Most and Plan Your Year: Homeschool Planning for Purpose and Peace.

Pam lives in the Deep South with her husband of twenty-eight years, three (mostly) awesome kids, and the dog dynamic duo. You can find her online at pambarnhill.com.