Totally Useless Information with Nick & Roy

Totally Useless Information is a podcast and radio show created by Nick Maiorano and Roy Locascio. Each week the hosts bring you crazy useless information that you thought you never needed to know. They have attracted audiences in more than 67 countries and can be heard on the iHeart Radio Network in Canada.

HISTORY- FOOD- SCIENCE 01/18/2025

HISTORY- FOOD- SCIENCE Today at 5pm on the iHeart radio app- What was the original name of the Widows operating system? Who was Leslie King Jr.? What is the most abundant of minerals in our bodies? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy. Brought to you in part by in Kensington Market in Toronto. /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/34906915

FASHION- CONTRUCTION- ANIMALS 01/11/2025

FASHION- CONTRUCTION- ANIMALS This week on the show- Nick & Roy introduce a new topic- construction and architecture. How many nails do you need to build a 1,200 sq. Ft. home? What land mammal has the most teeth? Why do you lose your hearing when you yawn? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/34817685

Nick & Roy's 5 Years of Bloopers 12/28/2024

Nick & Roy's 5 Years of Bloopers It the annual 'best of' and bloopers episode. Nick & Roy look back at some of the funniest moments from the past five years. Brought to you in part by in Kensington Market in Toronto. /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/34639310

NICK AND ROY'S TOTALLY USELESS CHRISTMAS SHOW 2024 12/25/2024

NICK AND ROY'S TOTALLY USELESS CHRISTMAS SHOW 2024 Nick and Roy continue the tradition of bringing you a Totally Useless Christmas show. This year they find out how the holidays are celebrated around the world. Also, what Christmas song is dangerous to drive to? You may be surprised. How much will the gifts in the song "12 Days of Christmas" set you back? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Merry Christmas! Brought to you in part by in Kensington Market in Toronto. /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/34611530

INVENTIONS- EXPRESSIONS- SCIENCE 12/21/2024

INVENTIONS- EXPRESSIONS- SCIENCE The week- if you created a sitzmark, what exactly happened? Who is credited at the father of the computer? Is it safe to hold your pee? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by in Kensington Market in Toronto. /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/34564640

GEOGRAPHY- CARS- SPORTS 12/14/2024

GEOGRAPHY- CARS- SPORTS This week on the show, where did the expression “get the lead out” come from? Are tape cassettes and CDs still available in cars? Can a car that Leonardo da Vinci created in 1478 operate today? Listen, Laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy. Brought to you in part by in Kensington Market in Toronto. . /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/34444115

MUSIC- DREAMS- MONEY 12/07/2024

MUSIC- DREAMS- MONEY This week on the show- Nick & Roy speak to Canadian radio legend John Donabie about his in-depth interview with John Lennon. Also, in what country do people sleep on graves to communicate with their loved ones? How many coins can you put in a 4-litre jar? Listen, Laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy. Brought to you in part by in Kensington Market in Toronto. /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/34329070

INVENTIONS- SCIENCE- CARS 11/30/2024

INVENTIONS- SCIENCE- CARS This week on the show- can astronauts whistle on the moon? Which planet in our solar system is not named after a god or goddess? What is the world record for removing and replacing a car engine? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls. /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/34208780

SEX- MOVIES- GARDEN 11/23/2024

SEX- MOVIES- GARDEN This week- Is there wood is space? What movie sent Sylester Stallone to the hospital? Can pine trees tell if it's about to rain? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls. /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/34121216

FOOD- SPORTS- GEOGRAPHY 11/16/2024

FOOD- SPORTS- GEOGRAPHY This week- what place is the #1 distributor of mushrooms in the world? Which NHL team does not have a mascot? What are some of the names used to describe underwear? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls. /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/33953602

FASHION- MUSIC- MONEY 11/09/2024

FASHION- MUSIC- MONEY This week on the show- Was Cinderella’s slippers always made of glass? Why did men used to wear powdered wigs? How do penguins propose to their significant other? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls. /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/33823912

EXPRESSIONS- ANIMALS- CARS 11/02/2024

EXPRESSIONS- ANIMALS- CARS This week – If you are a phillumenist, what are you are collecting? Who is responsible for the vulcanization of tires? Which became the first state to issue a driver’s license to a self driving car? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls. /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/33756722

MUSIC-CARS- EXPRESSIONS 10/26/2024

MUSIC-CARS- EXPRESSIONS This week- Which is faster: the blink of an eye or the deployment of an air bag? Where did the word etcetera come from? Can you hold your nose and hum at the same time? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy. Brought to you in part by in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/33625332

FASHION- GAMES- MONEY 10/19/2024

FASHION- GAMES- MONEY This week- What did Mark Twain invent that women use everyday? Why is the U.S. 100-dollar bill called a “c note”. What non-coffee product was sold in a Starbucks? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/33524727

SCIENCE-INVENTIONS- HISTORY 10/12/2024

SCIENCE-INVENTIONS- HISTORY This week on the show- Is Ben Franklin inducted in the kite flyers hall of fame or the swimmer's hall of fame? Where did the expression posh come from? Did England really ban Christmas in the United States? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy. Brought to you in part by in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls. /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/33431577

ANIMALS- FOOD- GEOGRAPHY 10/05/2024

ANIMALS- FOOD- GEOGRAPHY This week- Nick & Roy welcome Rino Mancini from to celebrate pizza month in October. Troy Burtch from talks about beer to commemorate Canadian Beer Day on October 9th. Also, can a hippopotamus swim? What continent is wider than the moon? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls. /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/33341612

MUSIC- TV- SEX 09/28/2024

MUSIC- TV- SEX This week- What famous musicians wrote or performed TV theme songs? Do most people prefer the lights on or off during lovemaking? Who holds the record for making over 800 tv commercials? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls. /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/33244037

CARS- FASHION- HISTORY 09/21/2024

CARS- FASHION- HISTORY This week- Which institution of higher education in the U.S., has the highest number of presidential alumni? Where did the blazer jacket come from? Why did Lady Godiva really ride on a horse in the nude? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls. /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/33152827

INVENTIONS- SPORTS- MONEY 09/14/2024

INVENTIONS- SPORTS- MONEY This week on the show- What scientific mistakes became successful products we use every day? Who REALLY invented the light bulb? How many ATMs are there in the world? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Brought to you in part by in Kensington Market in Toronto, and by in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls. /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/33054147

CELEBRATING 5 YEARS OF USELESSNESS WITH NICK & ROY 09/07/2024

CELEBRATING 5 YEARS OF USELESSNESS WITH NICK & ROY Nick and Roy kick off their 5th anniversary of Totally Useless Information looking back at the past 5 years, plus new useless Science and Geography information. Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/32955007

The Pilot Episode with Nick and Roy 09/01/2024

The Pilot Episode with Nick and Roy This is where it all began five years ago. In the pilot episode, Nick and Roy present useless information about animals, expressions and food. Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. Thank you for making 5 years possible! /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/32849977

MONEY- EXPRESSIONS- GARDEN 08/25/2024

MONEY- EXPRESSIONS- GARDEN This week- Where did the expression “jay walking" come from? Can plants recognize their siblings and give them preferential treatment? Also, Do palm trees come from Florida? The answer will amaze you! Listen. Laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy. Join us in September as we celebrate 5 years of Totally Useless Information with Nick & Roy. /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/32726977

SCIENCE- HISTORY- INVENTIONS 08/17/2024

SCIENCE- HISTORY- INVENTIONS Is Ben Franklin inducted in the kite flyers hall of fame or the swimmer's hall of fame? Where did the expression posh come from? Did England really ban Christmas in the United States? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy. Join us in September as we celebrate 5 years of Totally Useless Information with Nick & Roy /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/32619992

SPORTS- SEX- ANIMALS 08/10/2024

SPORTS- SEX- ANIMALS This week on the show- What nation has the most sexually satisfied people? The results will surprise you! What is the most poisonous fish in the world? For how long can snails nap? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy. Join us in September as we celebrate 5 years of Totally Useless Information with Nick & Roy! /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/32525237

EXPRESSIONS- MONEY- GAMES 08/03/2024

EXPRESSIONS- MONEY- GAMES This week on the show- Why is the U.S dollar called a “buck”? Why are there 52 cards in a pack of playing cards? If you are going to see a “man about a horse”, where are you going? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy. Join us in September as we celebrate 5 years of Totally Useless Information with Nick & Roy! /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/32422767

HISTORY- ANIMALS- GEOGRAPHY 07/27/2024

HISTORY- ANIMALS- GEOGRAPHY Why did the ancient Greeks feed their Olympic athletes cheesecake? Did Shakespeare create the “your momma” jokes? Why do we ouch when we get hurt? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy. /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/31854217

INVENTIONS- FASHION- GAMES 07/20/2024

INVENTIONS- FASHION- GAMES This week- what problems did the invention of the revolving door solve? Who invented the “French cuff”? (hint: it wasn’t the French). What was the first toy ever advertised on television? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy. /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/31854147

CARS- DREAMS- GARDEN 07/13/2024

CARS- DREAMS- GARDEN This week- What country is named after a tree? If a Venus Fly Trap is a carnivorous plant, will it digest a hamburger? What do 45% of drivers admit to doing while driving? Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick and Roy. /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/31854092

CELEBRATING THE FIRST 100 EPISODES 07/06/2024

CELEBRATING THE FIRST 100 EPISODES Nick and Roy look back at the first 100 episodes of Totally Useless Information. /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/31854042

Canada Day-4th of July Jubilee 07/01/2024

Canada Day-4th of July Jubilee Nick and Roy celebrate Canada Day on July 1st and the 4th of July in the United States. Listen, laugh, and learn with Nick & Roy. /episode/index/show/totallyuselessinformation/id/31766529

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