{"podcast":{"title":"The Stupid History Minute","slug":"the-stupid-history-minute-4049187","podcast_index_feed_id":4049187,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/4965707/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-stupid-history-minute","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/18875e53f7c5089bf3fd2f8c03f7abf3.jpg","author":"Keb Pound","episode_count":1000,"summary":"Most people take everyday things for granted — but what if you could actually know the weird, surprising, and often hilarious stories behind them? I’m Keb Pound, and this is The Stupid History Minute — the most binge-able podcast in the world. One minute at a time, I break down the overlooked, the ordinary, and the absolutely ridiculous parts of everyday life. From the history of paperclips to why we say “bless you” after a sneeze, each episode delivers a fast, funny fact you’ll actually remember. Whether you're a trivia nerd, a podcast junkie, or just someone who loves learning weird stuff quickly, you’ll walk away a little smarter (and maybe a little more sarcastic). Don’t stay stupid — give me a minute. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-stupid-history-minute--4965707/support .","last_synced_at":"2026-08-01T14:17:31.460766+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-stupid-history-minute-4049187"},"episode":{"title":"Pepsi Blue","slug":"pepsi-blue","published_at":"2026-04-19T07:00:02+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-stupid-history-minute-4049187/pepsi-blue","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-stupid-history-minute-4049187","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/pepsi-blue--71024956","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71024956/pepsi_blue.mp3","summary":"Explore the cult legacy of Pepsi Blue, the bright berry-flavored soda that became a staple of internet nostalgia. Learn how Pepsi uses rumors of its return to fuel viral April Fool's pranks.","meta_description":"A look at the history of Pepsi Blue, its 2002 release, and how its disappearance created a perfect loop of nostalgia and April Fool's jokes.","key_points":["Main idea: Pepsi Blue's bright berry flavor created a lasting nostalgic imprint on consumers","Trend: Pepsi leverages the soda's cult following to drive engagement through social media rumors","Practical takeaway: The line between real product announcements and April Fool's jokes is intentionally blurred for marketing impact","Failure mode: Constant false rumors can lead to consumer fatigue or skepticism regarding real product launches","Core tension: The struggle between the desire for a nostalgic comeback and the reality of marketing pranks"],"chapters":[{"start_ms":0,"title":"The Legacy of Pepsi Blue","summary":"An introduction to the bright berry-flavored soda released in 2002 and its lasting impact."},{"start_ms":10000,"title":"Nostalgia and Marketing","summary":"How Pepsi uses the memory of Pepsi Blue to engage with modern audiences."},{"start_ms":20000,"title":"The April Fool's Cycle","summary":"Analyzing how rumors of the soda's return serve as perfect material for seasonal pranks."},{"start_ms":30000,"title":"The Fun of the Joke","summary":"Reflecting on why the ambiguity of these announcements is part of the brand's charm."},{"start_ms":50000,"title":"Conclusion","summary":"Final thoughts on the intersection of brand history and internet culture."}],"topics":["Pepsi Blue","Beverage History","Brand Nostalgia","Marketing Strategy","April Fool's Day","Pop Culture","Soft Drinks"],"duration_seconds":74,"processing_state":"processed","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-stupid-history-minute-4049187/episodes/pepsi-blue/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-stupid-history-minute-4049187/pepsi-blue.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}