About this episode
The episode explores the history and cultural significance of the joy buzzer, a classic prank device.
Victor Varnado, KSN and Rachel Teichman, LCSW get a jolt of amusement diving into the prankster classic—the joy buzzer. This electric gag device has been shocking unsuspecting victims (mildly, of course) since the early 20th century. The episode unravels the invention’s surprising origins and why it’s become a symbol of playful mischief. It's a charged conversation you won't want to miss! Produced and hosted by Victor Varnado & Rachel Teichman Full Wikipedia article https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joy_buzzer Subscribe to our new newsletter, WikiWeekly at https://newsletter.wikilisten.com/ for a fun fact every week to feel smart and impress your friends, and MORE! https://www.patreon.com/wikilistenpodcast Find us on social media! https://www.facebook.com/WikiListen Instagram @WikiListen Twitter @Wiki_Listen Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
People in this episode
Host: Victor Varnado
Guest: Rachel Teichman
Topics covered
- pranks
- joy buzzer
- comedy
- invention origins
- playful mischief
Keywords
- joy buzzer
- prank
- comedy
- Victor Varnado
- Rachel Teichman
- invention
- mischief
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: WikiListen, Wikipedia
Books & works: Joy Buzzer
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