4 chapters across the catalog
Farmers' Almanac Correction and Media Accuracy
The hosts issue a correction regarding the status of the Farmers' Almanac, noting that the "Old Farmer's Almanac" remains in print after 234 years. This follows a previous segment where it was incorrectly suggested the publication had ceased. The correction highlights the importance of distinguishing between competing historical brands in the publishing industry.
The Farmers' Almanac announced it will cease production after its 2026 edition, citing rising costs and a changing media landscape. The publication, which has provided long-range weather predictions for over two centuries, will also shutter its website and social media presence. The closure marks the end of a significant legacy in American agricultural and folk forecasting.
The hosts open the program with observations about the upcoming apricot harvest in Northern Silicon Valley. Reference is made to the Farmers Almanac and a comparison to previous successful cherry harvests. A brief discussion on the pronunciation of "apricot" concludes with a wine pairing suggestion of Sauternes or Riesling.
International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination and Historical Trivia
The program opens with a series of historical facts and trivia for March 21st, 2019. Mention is made of the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, the death of Pocahontas in 1617, and Thomas Jefferson reporting to George Washington as Secretary of State in 1790. The United Nations' establishment of temporary headquarters at Hunter College in 1946 is also noted.
