Sometimes all it takes is one little fact or one little piece of wisdom to change your life forever. That's the purpose and the hope of "Something You Should Know." In each episode, host Mike Carruthers interviews top experts in their field to bring you fascinating information and advice to help you save time and money, advance in your career, become wealthy, improve your relationships and help you simply get more out of life. In addition, Mike uncovers and shares short, engaging pieces of "intel" you can use to make your life better - today. Right now.
1205 episodes transcribedYou can never say, “I love you” enough to your partner. They are the 3 magic words of love. Yet, there are three other words you may also want to say...
When you have a bad cough, prescription cough syrup is often the remedy of choice – particularly the kind with codeine. But what if chocolate works be...
There is one word in the English language that has more meanings than any other. A lot more! And the word is only 3 letters long. I begin this episode...
Some of the most inspiring words can come from some unusual places - and people. This episode begins with some words of hope and inspiration that seem...
“Sitting is the new smoking” has been a popular expression for the last few years. But seriously, what could be so horrible about sitting? This episod...
There is one important question that actually determines how healthy you will be and how long you will live – depending on your answer. This episode b...
Winter is cold and flu season – and sometimes, when you start feeling sick, you wonder if it is the flu or just a cold. This episode begins by explain...
People frequently choke when they drink something because – “it went down the wrong pipe.” Is there really a wrong pipe? Why do people sometimes choke...
One of the best parts of Christmas is the tree. There is so much lore, and history and fascinating facts about Christmas trees. Listen as this episode...
Seems like there isn’t much your smartphone CAN’T do. However, one weakness it has is the inability to stand up to cold weather. This episode begins w...
I’m sure you’ve noticed those little silica gel packs in boxes of shoes or electronics. And if you look closely, you’ll see they typically have a warn...
Who doesn’t love the smell of a Christmas tree? It seems to be a smell everybody finds pleasing and it also turns out to have some benefits. This epis...
People say where you fall in the birth order compared to your siblings determines (or strongly influences) certain traits and outcomes. This episode b...
You have probably heard that poinsettia plants are poisonous to people and pets. Really? How poisonous? Can you die from eating them or what? Should y...
Food labels are full of claims. They say things like “All-Natural” or “Doctor Recommended” or “Made with Whole Grains.” Should you be impressed or are...
Texting and email seem to have replaced the telephone as a primary means of communication. Still, the telephone is sometimes a better option. When it...
During the holiday season, there are more occasions and opportunities to drink alcohol. So, it’s worth noting that not all drinks are created equal wh...
If you are getting less than 7 hours of sleep per night (and most people are), that can be a real problem. And the problem is more than just feeling a...
A kiss can be very powerful. It can make you feel wonderful and connect you to a person – or it can really mess things up. This episode begins with so...
If you have siblings, they have had an important impact on you, even if you don’t realize it. This episode starts with a discussion about how brothers...
