In this episode of 20 Things You Didn't Know About, we head to the quiet mountain town that changed animation — and comedy — forever. From its humble beginnings as a cardboard-cutout Christmas card to its status as one of the longest-running animated series in history, South Park has never played by the rules.

We explore how Trey Parker and Matt Stone landed the unlikeliest TV deal in history, why South Park is still produced in just six days, and how the show’s most controversial episodes pushed the boundaries of censorship — and sometimes disappeared altogether. You’ll hear the truth about the Scientology episode that got an actor to quit, and how the show predicted the future more times than it should have.

Whether you’re a longtime fan or just curious about how four foul-mouthed kids became a cultural phenomenon, this episode is packed with behind-the-scenes insights, network clashes, and unexpected creative brilliance.

In this episode of 20 Things You Didn't Know About, we dive into the electrifying legacy of Purple Rain — not just the iconic 1984 album, but the cult-classic film that catapulted Prince into rock and roll legend status.

Whether you're a lifelong Prince fan or a newcomer to the Minneapolis sound, this episode is packed with cinematic secrets, musical evolution, and genre-defying facts that will make you see Purple Rain in a whole new light.

We have to go back...
In this episode of 20 Things You Didn’t Know About, we open the hatch on one of the most mind-bending shows in television history: LOST.

Premiering in 2004 and instantly becoming a cultural obsession, LOST combined survival drama, sci-fi twists, emotional backstories, and smoke monsters into a show that made millions ask, What did I just watch?

But behind the jungle mysteries and Dharma stations are stories even wilder than what aired.

Whether you were team Dharma, team Others, or just confused the whole time, this episode is your plane ticket back to the island.

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It’s just a jump to the left... and a deep dive into the outrageous, unlikely, and utterly fabulous world of The Rocky Horror Picture Show.

In this episode of 20 Things You Didn’t Know About, we peel back the fishnet stockings of one of the greatest cult films in history. From its midnight movie legacy to its anarchic origin story, Rocky Horror is more than a musical—it’s a movement.

Whether you’re a seasoned Sweet Transvestite or have never thrown rice in a theater, this episode puts the fishnet in facts and the corset in context.

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In this episode of 20 Things You Didn’t Know About, we’re taking off on a turbulence-free tour through one of the most misunderstood institutions in America: the TSA.

Whether you love the bin dance or loathe the pat-downs, the Transportation Security Administration is one of the most visible—and controversial—federal agencies in the country. Created in the chaotic wake of 9/11, the TSA changed the way Americans fly, forever.

But behind the confiscated shampoo bottles and blue latex gloves, there’s a long runway of strange facts, questionable policies, and head-scratching security theater.

Whether you're a nervous flyer, a frequent traveler, or just someone who wonders how the peanut butter got flagged, this episode is your boarding pass to the surprising world behind the conveyor belt.

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In this emotionally raw and musically iconic episode of 20 Things You Didn’t Know About, we unravel the secrets, scandals, and sheer brilliance behind one of the most successful albums in rock history: Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours.

Released in 1977, Rumours became a global phenomenon—selling over 40 million copies and shaping the sound of an entire era. But behind the smooth harmonies and lush arrangements was a band on the brink of emotional collapse.

We dig deep into the tangled web of romantic entanglements, breakups, betrayals, and brilliant songwriting that turned chaos into gold.

Here are just a few of the 20 surprising facts we cover:

Whether you're a die-hard Mac fan or only know the TikTok guy with the cranberry juice, this episode delivers a backstage pass to one of the most legendary albums of all time.

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In this episode of 20 Things You Didn't Know About, we’re skipping down the Yellow Brick Road into the glittering, chaotic, and downright strange world behind one of the most iconic films in movie history: The Wizard of Oz.

Released in 1939, The Wizard of Oz became a cultural touchstone across generations—but behind the technicolor magic lies a trail of unbelievable trivia, backstage drama, and Hollywood secrets that are every bit as fantastical as the Land of Oz itself.

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🎭 Top 3 Things You Didn’t Know About The Wiz — the funky, dazzling 1978 reimagining that brought Dorothy to Harlem and added soul to the Emerald City.

Whether you’re a lifelong fan or just realized the Scarecrow doesn’t have a gun in your version, this episode will change how you see the magic behind the curtain.

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In this episode of 20 Things You Didn't Know About, we dig deep into the blocky world that changed the face of gaming: Minecraft. From its humble beginnings as a side project by a Swedish programmer, to becoming the best-selling video game of all time, Minecraft has reshaped not just how we play, but how we learn, build, and imagine.

Whether you're a Redstone engineer, a survival mode veteran, or someone who still doesn't know the difference between a creeper and an Enderman, this episode is packed with pixel-perfect trivia.

If you’re here for the nostalgia, the innovation, or just to finally learn what the Nether is, this episode is a must-listen for gamers and non-gamers alike.

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