Short Stuff: Chia Pet

This short stuff episode dives into the quirky world of Chia Pets, those adorable terracotta planters that sprout chia seeds into hair-like growth on everything from Homer Simpson to Mr. T to a zombie hand. Josh and Chuck explore the surprising history of how these novelty items became a cultural phenomenon, including the legendary "Ch-Ch-Ch-Chia" jingle that made them a holiday staple, their wild licensing deals with everyone from Looney Tunes characters to professional sports teams, and how they've somehow become so iconic they earned a spot in the Smithsonian. If you've ever wondered how to actually grow one of these things or why Chia Pets sell over 80% of their annual inventory around the holidays, this episode has all the green-haired answers.