The History of...
It's the bite-sized history of literally anything. Every other week.
Episodes
65 episodes
59. Taking Out The Space Trash
When you think about environmental waste, "Space Trash" is probably not the first phrase to come to mind. In this episode, Robert discuss why and how we got to this point in space.If you would like to donate research to "The History of....
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Snowboard Drama (Quick History)
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58. Adam Curry: The Essence of Podcasting
Adam Curry is a Dutch knight. Need I say more?Adam Curry hosts 3 podcasts:No AgendaMoe Factz with Adam Curry
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57 1/2. Plutonium Pacemakers (Quick History)
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57. More Than an Energy Drink
I promise that was sparkling water.If you would like to donate research to "The History of..." or send a donation note please contact me at thehistoryof365@gmail.com.Click to donate
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56. Daylight Savings Time (Bonus)
You might be amazed by some of the past ideas for time changes and the reasons behind them. A story so good, you’ll wanna take some time to enjoy it.If you would like to donate research to "The History of..." or send a donation note plea...
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55. Why $2 Bills are Useless but Essential
The $2 bill is a curious one. Several people would say the concept is weird or obsolete, even though the EU has a €2 coin. Believe it or not, $2 bills are historically polarizing, for reasons we never would have imagined.If...
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54. OREOginality is Overrated
Oreos are not quite what you think. To be remembered, one either has to be the first or the best, and Oreo didn’t check both those boxes. The one that did is a cookie you’ve probably never even heard of.If you would like to donate resear...
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53. Neurosurgery
In this episode, we look at some of the big ideas and innovations of neurosurgery, as well as physicians who were way ahead of their time, solving problems in ways never thought possible.If you would like to donate research to "The Hist...
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52. How Dole Created Hawaii (and Pizza)
Pineapples are refreshing and great on pizza. Don't argue with me. The reason we have pineapples in almost every grocery store and on pizza is a long story.If you would like to donate research to "The History of..." or send a d...
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We're Back!
Catch new, delightfully handcrafted, farm-to-table, bottled at the source episodes every other week. Coming to headphones, speakers, and Amazon Echoes near you.
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Farewell
Don't worry. I plan on coming back sometime, but for now, I thought I'd take a break. It's been a pleasure y'all.
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51. Making People Buy Stuff (ft. Mark Tungate)
Advertising is a really big industry, so Mr. Tungate sums it up with the high points of how big companies have changed in the way they sell their stuff - whatever it is.If you would like to donate research to "The History of..." or send...
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50. The Persistence of Memory
It's a bunch of floppy clocks, so what? The Persistence of Memory is much more than meets the eye, just like our subconscious minds.If you would like to donate research to "The History of..." or send a donation note please cont...
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49. AirVenture (ft. Dick Knapinski)
It all started with small, experimental aircraft, but today it attracts hundreds of thousands of people and billions of dollars of flying stuff. The full details are free, and it's as simple as pressing the play button.If you would like...
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48. Batman
It's Batman. Do I need to say anything else? He went from ominous to benign to old and menacing. Listen to learn more.If you would like to donate research to "The History of..." or send a donation note please contact me at thehistoryof3...
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47. Scouts BSA
Despite all the criticism, there's a lot that unites Scouts in BSA. It's lasted 110 years, so here's to 110 more. Don't give up on Scouting.If you would like to donate your research to "The History of..." or send a donation note please ...
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46. Tulip Economics
Should we call it... tulipnomics?If you would like to donate your research to "The History of..." or send a donation note please contact me at thehistoryof365@gmail.com.Click to donate
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45. American Cheese
Mmmm. . . American cheese. Invented in Switzerland? Listen to find out.If you would like to donate your research to "The History of..." or send a donation note please contact me at thehistoryof365@gmail.com.Click t...
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44. Parachuting
Who in their right mind would jump from thousands of feet in hopes of being caught by some cords and fabric? Turns out people have been doing it for centuries. If you would like to donate your research to "The History of..." ...
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43. Gatorade
The history of Gatorade is a sweet one, from Florida football to California legislation. Robert and Sam break it all down on an episode you don't want to miss.If you would like to donate your research to "The History of..." or send a do...
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42. The Weekend
Weekends are a curious thing. They start with Egypt, go through Babylon and Rome, and finally make their way to the modern world. As our economy advances, we look to the future to make the weekend even longer.If you would like to donate...
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