More Than Corn
Home of Extreme Midwestern Appreciation
Frankly, the narrative is boring--
"Why would anybody live in the Midwest? It's flat, boring, and nothing but cornfields."--a cliche that, in 2021, officially became the catalyst for More Than Corn.
Tired of the same old tune, we've set out to show that the Midwest is not as bad as some people might think. Yes, there's corn (and a ton of other agriculture, too--you're welcome).
Each week we go into, and beyond, the cornfields to bring you conversations from the best parts of the Midwestern "flyover states."
More Than Corn
What's in a Name: State Names and Nicknames
Use Left/Right to seek, Home/End to jump to start or end. Hold shift to jump forward or backward.
Have you ever wondered where the nicknames "The Show Me State" or "The Hoosier State" came from? We're dusting off our state history books this week as we research the fascinating history behind Midwestern state names and nicknames. We'll uncover the cultural influences, geographical references, and hidden gems that make these names so interesting.
We love conversation! Share your thoughts, and ask questions. Subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform.
Visit us at our website at www.morethancornpodcast.com
You can also follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/MoreThanCornPodcast as well as on Instagram at @morethancorn_podcast.
Podcasts we love
Check out these other fine podcasts recommended by us, not an algorithm.
Eat Your Heartland Out
Heritage Radio Network
Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend
Team Coco & Earwolf
Exploring the National Parks
Dirt In My Shoes
Crime Junkie
Audiochuck
Bellied Up
You Betcha Guy & Charlie Berens
Speed Street
Dirty Mo Media, SiriusXM