Ever been told to smile more—or asked if you’re okay when you’re completely fine? In this episode, Teresa takes a deep dive into the science behind resting bitch face (RBF) and why your neutral expression might be sending the wrong message. From facial anatomy and muscle habits to surprising research on micro-expressions, we break down what’s really going on behind that “look.”

Plus, Teresa shares her own experiences navigating awkward social interactions, workplace misunderstandings, and the frustrating double standards that come with RBF. And of course, we explore whether there’s anything you can actually do about it—without turning yourself into a permanently smiling cartoon character.

If you’ve ever been misunderstood just for existing with your face… this one’s for you.

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Ever wonder who Simon actually is—and why we’ve all blindly followed his oddly specific commands since childhood? This episode dives into the mysterious (and mostly unverified) origins of “Simon Says,” including a couple of historical figures who may—or may not—have inspired the name.

But that question opens the door to something bigger: where do kids’ games come from? From ancient bone-tossing games that evolved into jacks, to centuries-old versions of tag played across different cultures, we take a look at the real (and sometimes totally mythical) histories behind the games we grew up with. Along the way, we also uncover how some playground traditions changed—or disappeared entirely—over time.

Turns out, not everything you learned on the playground came with a rulebook.

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Are performance-enhancing drugs banned in the Special Olympics? Short answer: yes—but the long answer is way more interesting.

In this episode of And Now You Know, Teresa breaks down how the Special Olympics approaches PEDs differently from the traditional Olympics. Instead of constant testing and harsh punishments, the focus is on fairness, athlete safety, and education—because the mission is about inclusion and personal achievement, not elite competition.

Along the way, we get into why you’ve never heard about cheating scandals, how certain medications can complicate things, and why the organization handles issues quietly. Plus: a surprising deep dive into The Ringer, a bizarre South Park controversy, and one of the wildest cheating scandals in Paralympic history.

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