Twenty-Four Hour Expert
Twenty-Four Hour Expert is a podcast for anyone who likes learning about different topics or enjoys fun facts. Each week, Ali and Ami will become an “expert” on a random topic in just 24 hours. Come find out what we learn!
Episodes
212 episodes
March Madness
Get your brackets ready! 2026 will mark the 87th year of March Madness, and this week, Expert Ami will take you back in time to the beginning of the tournament, along with some memorable moments along the way. Best of luck, go teams!
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Season 6
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Episode 212
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26:35
Drive-In Theaters
Our first listener topic of 2026 is drive-in movie theaters! Step back in time as Expert Ali discusses the rise and fall of drive-in theaters. But the real question is, are they nefarious?
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Season 6
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Episode 211
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25:41
Ostrich vs. Emu
What do you call a prehistoric flightless bird that's always tired? An Exhaust-rich. This week, Expert Ami will ensure you have a unique discussion topic for your next dinner party. Ostriches versus Emus: How do they compare? ...
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Season 6
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Episode 210
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21:43
Tennis
Game, set, episode! This week, Expert Ali serves up the history of tennis, notable moments in tennis, and, as always, some fun facts. We hope you find this to be an "ace" of an episode.
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Season 6
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Episode 209
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33:44
Reality TV
We're back with Season 6! Starting with a fun one, Reality TV. This one is sure to jog some memories if you are an avid TV watcher. We promise the drama will be low.
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Season 6
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Episode 208
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26:37
Book Club 2 - Greenlights
Another book club, this time with Expert Librarian Jane! In this book club, we read Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey. If you've read along with us, we'd love to hear your thoughts. If you haven't read it yet, we hope this encourages ...
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Season 5
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Episode 207
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1:03:36
Glitter
We hope you'll take a real shine to this episode! Expert Ami will talk about the divisive craft supply and how it was made then, now, and everything in between.
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Season 5
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Episode 206
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25:50
Slang
This week, Expert Ami is spilling the tea on slang. This episode will dive into how language evolves and how slang is actually pretty fire.
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Season 5
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Episode 205
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37:27
Devil's or Mischief Night
Whether you call it Devil's Night, Mischief Night, or even Cabbage Night, this episode is for you. Expert Ali's not-so-scary Halloween episode will share all about this unofficial holiday and some interesting history about the City of Detroit.&...
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Season 5
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Episode 204
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21:42
Cyber Security
October is Cyber Security Awareness Month, so we have an early Halloween treat for you! Expert Tim joins us to give practical tips on how you can keep yourself safe. This will be one you'll want to take notes on! When he's not keepi...
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Season 5
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Episode 203
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1:09:38
Vogue
Dive into the world of high fashion with this week's episode. We're pulling back the curtain on the iconic magazine's transformation under its most famous editor-in-chief, exploring the power, the controversies, and the unforgettable cove...
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Season 5
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Episode 202
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28:34
Hornets and Wasps
This week, Expert Ali unpacks the differences between wasps, hornets, and bees. You'll learn how to tell a good pollinator from a picnic crasher, so you don't get stung by a lack of knowledge.
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Season 5
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Episode 201
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29:56
200th Hour Special
TWO HUNDRED EPISODES! WHAT?! Listeners, we can't thank you enough for sticking with us for 200 hundred episodes. We have a lot in store, so stick around, and we'll hit at least 200 more!
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Season 5
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Episode 200
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52:10
Plagues
Join us as we journey through history's deadliest outbreaks. From ancient pandemics to modern epidemics, Expert Ali will discuss the causes, symptoms, and hotspots.
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Season 5
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Episode 199
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30:09
Bartending
Ever wondered about the magic behind your favorite cocktails? This week, we're pouring ourselves into the fascinating world of bartending! We'll start by raising a glass to the rich history of the craft, tracing its evolution from ancient taver...
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Season 5
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Episode 198
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27:56
Dragons
Ready to get fired up? This week, we're embarking on an epic journey into the world of dragons, exploring their diverse history across cultures, sharing fascinating fun facts, and celebrating their iconic presence in pop culture, making t...
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Season 5
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Episode 197
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29:54
Greetings
Ahoy, hi, howdy! In this episode, we say hello to the fascinating world of greetings and uncover how our favorite salutations got their start. Expert Ami dives into he history of hellos - because you've gotta give props to the proper gree...
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Season 5
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Episode 196
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30:11
Sesame Street - Part 2
The much-anticipated part 2 of Sesame Street is here! This week, Expert Ali only talks about characters... maybe a tiny bit more than that, but it's mostly just characters.
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Season 5
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Episode 195
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38:58
Doors
Doors boring?! NEVER! Especially with Expert Ami around. This week's topic may sound mundane, but we promise it's anything but.
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Season 5
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Episode 194
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28:22
Sesame Street - Part 1
This week is part one of Expert Ali's two-week Sesame Street series. It is all about how Sesame Street came to be and how it changed the game for preschool television programming. We hope you are as amazed as we are!
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Season 5
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Episode 193
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32:19
Friendship
Some of the most important relationships in our lives are our friends. This week, Expert Ami will break down the science behind why we love our besties. Send your bestie a shoutout and we'll read it! Email us:twentyfourhourexper...
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Season 5
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Episode 192
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35:51
Laurie Cabot
This week, Expert Ali covers the very interesting Laurie Cabot. Laurie is the Official Witch of Salem, and you won't believe some of the places her life has taken her!
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Season 5
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Episode 191
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27:45
The Seven-Year Itch and Other Itchy Things
This episode starts innocently enough. Expert Ami will discuss the listener topic, the seven-year itch, but then she'll get dark on us. She'll go into all sorts of itchy topics that will make your skin crawl...or itch.
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Season 5
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Episode 190
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30:13