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365 days with mxmtoon

370 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 months ago - ★★★★★ - 370 ratings

“365” is a daily podcast brought to you by mxmtoon, artist/songwriter/actor/designer/gamer/simp, who will take you through the most interesting, weird, and funny events of that day in history. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, and you’ll learn a ton of new things. Episodes released daily starting September 14. Please Follow and Subscribe! Distributed by Talkhouse.

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february 28: the witches of salem

February 28, 2021 12:00 - 10 minutes

In this episode of 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the history of the Salem Witch Trials. After, she remembers a 2010’s party classic and the star who got her start in the song. Listen to this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

february 27: the discovery of the neutron

February 27, 2021 12:00 - 9 minutes

In this episode of 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the discovery of the neutron. Then, she remembers how one of alt pop’s most electric duos got their first taste of stardom. Listen to this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

february 26: the communist manifesto

February 26, 2021 12:00 - 11 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the writing and release of The Communist Manifesto by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels. Afterwards, she talks about the debut album of one of the smoothest jazz artists of the early 2000s. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

february 25: oxygenless parasite

February 25, 2021 12:00 - 9 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the discovery of the first animal that doesn’t require oxygen to breathe — a tiny parasite called Henneguya salminicola. Then, Maia talks about how on this day in 1970, a lovable muppet named Ernie sang a song about his "Rubber Duckie" on Sesame Street for the first time, prompting the song to later be released as a single. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Lear...

february 24: expensive pig (with dodie)

February 24, 2021 12:00 - 9 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the highest price ever paid for a pig — $42,500! Then, Maia brings on a special guest, dodie, to talk about this day in her life. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

february 23: the polio vaccine

February 23, 2021 12:00 - 11 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the first mass inoculation event against the polio virus. Then, Maia talks about how on this day in 2006, the iTunes Music Store reached 1 billion songs sold. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

february 22: hello, dolly! (with Mia Gladstone)

February 22, 2021 12:00 - 10 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the famous cloned sheep, Dolly! Afterwards, she brings in special guest Mia Gladstone to talk about this day in her life. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

february 21: the drama of the sewing machine (with Cautious Clay)

February 21, 2021 12:00 - 10 minutes

In this episode of 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the designing and patenting of various iterations of the sewing machine. She also hears from a fun guest, Cautious Clay. Listen to this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

february 20: who was the unabomber (with carobae)

February 20, 2021 12:00 - 12 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the Unabomber, or Ted Kaczynski, and his long record of crimes. Afterwards, she hears from a super fun guest, Carobae! Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

february 19: kellogg’s weird history

February 19, 2021 12:00 - 10 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about two brothers from Michigan creating a cereal empire, and some weird stuff that happened along the way. Afterwards, she remembers the birth of an iconic musician. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

february 18: a planet or not

February 18, 2021 12:00 - 9 minutes

Today on the pod, Maia talks about the discovery of Pluto, and its later demotion from planet to dwarf planet. Then she talks about the breakout hit of one of our favorite pop stars. Listen to this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

february 17: the new yorker

February 17, 2021 12:00 - 9 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the first ever print issue of the New Yorker, the magazine known for its dry humor, political commentary and prose. Turning to music, she talks about the Bob Dylan and Johnny Cash album that was never released. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

february 16: somebody call 911

February 16, 2021 12:00 - 9 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the town that launched the first 911 emergency phone system in America. Then, Maia talks about how Lady GaGa's "Born This Way" made history by rocketing to the top of the charts to become the Billboard Hot 100's 1000th number one hit. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

february 15: stamps on stamps

February 15, 2021 12:00 - 12 minutes

Today on the pod, Maia talks about the beginning of the postage stamp and how stamps have evolved with the growth of the U.S. Postal Service. Then she talks about a musician’s pivot to writing which became a pivot to television. Listen to this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

february 14: happy v day!

February 14, 2021 12:00 - 9 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the origins of Valentine’s Day. She also talks about the recording of an iconic soul tune. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

february 13: a very long sentence

February 13, 2021 12:00 - 10 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the longest sentence ever published by the New York Times, and then dives into the history of the iconic paper of record. Afterwards, she talks about the founding of a musical society. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

february 12: happy chinese new year!

February 12, 2021 12:00 - 11 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the history of the Chinese New Year, which starts today! She also talks about how the lunar calendar made an impact on her latest releases, dawn and dusk. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

february 11: intelligence, centralized (with Simone)

February 11, 2021 12:00 - 11 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the history of the Central Intelligence Agency, or the CIA. Afterwards, she is joined by a special musical guest. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

february 10: human vs computer (with Rebecca Black)

February 10, 2021 12:00 - 12 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the first time that a chess-playing-computer beat a chess-champion human. Then she talks with a super fun guest! Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

february 9: a free man

February 09, 2021 12:00 - 11 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about Nelson Mandela, the day he was set free from prison, and his ensuing presidency after a life spent fighting against apartheid. Then she talks about an awesome recent release. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

february 8: places of their own

February 08, 2021 12:00 - 11 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about an incredible art exhibit focused on three 20th century women painters. Then, she talks about a first at the Grammys. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

february 7: the super bowl (with Addison Grace)

February 07, 2021 12:00 - 12 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about when the Super Bowl became the most watched television program in history, and the background of the famous game itself. Then, Maia hears from an amazing guest, Addison Grace. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

february 6: from princess to queen (with Kito)

February 06, 2021 12:00 - 10 minutes

Today on the pod, Maia talks about Elizabeth II’s transition from Princess to Queen. Then we hear from a special musical guest, Kito. Listen to this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

february 5: the constitution of Mexico (with Alexander 23)

February 05, 2021 12:00 - 9 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the creation of the Mexican constitution. We also hear from a special musical guest, Alexander23! Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

february 4: sims forever (with Leyla Blue)

February 04, 2021 12:00 - 13 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the release of one of the most popular computer games in history: The Sims. Then we hear from guest Leyla Blue! Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

february 3: the beginning of illinois

February 03, 2021 12:00 - 13 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about Illinois becoming a territory, and the history of the state itself. Then she talks about the beginnings of artists starting their own music labels. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

february 2: groundhog day

February 02, 2021 12:00 - 10 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the origins of Groundhog Day...happy Groundhog Day! Afterwards, she talks about a revolutionary mashup of music and gaming. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

february 1: d is for dictionary

February 01, 2021 12:00 - 9 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the beginning of one of the most complex dictionaries: the Oxford English Dictionary. Afterwards, she discusses how a certain type of record made the jukebox possible. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

january 31: the first social security check

January 31, 2021 12:00 - 10 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the inception of social security and its first recipient. Afterwards, she talks about a live version of a movie musical classic. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

january 30: the beginning of (computer) viruses

January 30, 2021 12:00 - 10 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the beginning of computer viruses and some interesting cases over the years. Then she revisits a great debut release. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

january 29: black panther and remembering chadwick boseman (with Ricky Montgomery)

January 29, 2021 12:00 - 12 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the premiere of Black Panther, and its star Chadwick Boseman’s untimely death. Then we hear from an amazing musical guest. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

january 28: leggo, lego

January 28, 2021 12:00 - 10 minutes

In this episode of 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks the founding, patenting, and journey of the Lego brand. She also talks about a fun recent release. Listen to this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

january 27: founding a foundation

January 27, 2021 12:00 - 10 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the founding of the National Geographic Society and how the society went on to develop the iconic magazine. Afterwards, she talks about an awards season controversy. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

january 26: diamonds and more

January 26, 2021 12:00 - 12 minutes

In this episode of 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the discovery of the world’s largest diamond, and moves on to some of the problems in the diamond industry writ large. After, she tells us about the Gen Z legend who swept five Grammys in one night. Listen to this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

january 25: swoosh!

January 25, 2021 12:00 - 11 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the founding of sports titan Nike. Afterwards, she fills us in on one of Broadway's biggest hits. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

january 24: rushing for gold

January 24, 2021 12:00 - 11 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the beginning of a pivotal point in Western American history, the Gold Rush. Then she talks about the YouTube comedy duo Tiny Meat Gang’s big release. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

january 23: no more CFCs

January 23, 2021 12:00 - 9 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about Sweden pioneering an environmental ban that later swept the world. Then, she talks about a pop star getting arrested for a car race. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

january 22: a building for an empire (state)

January 22, 2021 12:00 - 10 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the construction of the Empire State Building, for which excavation began today in 1930. Then, Maia talks about a musical comeback. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

january 21: coast guard drug busts

January 21, 2021 12:00 - 9 minutes

Today on the pod, Maia talks about a big drug bust the Coast Guard made in 1999. Then she talks about a really amazing release from Against Me!. Listen to this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

january 20: a campaign to remember (with ella jane)

January 20, 2021 05:00 - 12 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about Barack Obama being inaugurated as the first Black president, and what it took to get him there. Then, Maia talks about an important music and food collaboration: the introduction of Phish Food ice cream. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

january 19: el chapo escapes

January 19, 2021 12:00 - 11 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about (one of) the drug lord Joaquin ‘El Chapo’ Guzman’s escapes from prison. Afterwards, she remembers legendary artist Mac Miller. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

january 18: yahoo!

January 18, 2021 12:00 - 10 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the inception and early years of an early internet giant, Yahoo! Afterwards, she talks about a recent musical release from vocalist Maggie Rogers. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

january 17: the perfect crime...or not (with Chelsea Cutler)

January 17, 2021 12:00 - 12 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the Great Brinks Robbery, one of the most notorious crimes of the 20th century. We also hear from a special musical guest, Chelsea Cutler! Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

january 16: prohibition or not

January 16, 2021 12:00 - 11 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the passage of prohibition, or the laws that banned alcohol in the 1920s. She also revisits a ridiculous mishap with Jimmy Buffet, the police, and Bono. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

january 15: the curse of the great bambino

January 15, 2021 12:00 - 11 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the year that Babe Ruth took a huge pay cut, and then about his infamous curse. Afterwards, she talks about a recent musical release that made its way onto TV. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

january 14: the opioid crisis

January 14, 2021 12:00 - 11 minutes

Today on the pod, Maia talks about the day that dying of opioid use became more likely than dying in a car accident, and the measurement of death statistics in the United States today. Then Maia chats about a classic Lana del Rey moment that went down in history. Listen to this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

january 13: time’s up, money’s up

January 13, 2021 12:00 - 9 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about a salary snafu that ended with Mark Wahlberg donating $1.5 million to women’s rights. Then, Maia talks about a milestone that Ed Sheeran reached in 2016. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

january 12: a last refusal

January 12, 2021 12:00 - 11 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about the last time that the house of representatives refused to grant women suffrage. Then she talks about a Vampire Weekend release and an ensuing lawsuit! Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

january 11: earhart in oakland

January 11, 2021 12:00 - 10 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about one of Amelia Earhart’s flights from Hawaii to Oakland, and about her eventual mysterious disappearance. Then she talks about an epic Johnny Cash album. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

january 10: a vaccine is invented (no, not that one)

January 10, 2021 12:00 - 9 minutes

Today on 365 days with mxmtoon, Maia talks about Waldemar Haffkine, who invented an important vaccine for the bubonic plague. She also revisits our favorite musical that takes place at a high school, High School Musical. Join this episode today and make sure you’re following along with the daily updates @365daysmxmtoon on all platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices