Stuff you Missed in History Class
Stuff You Missed in History Class
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Simon Bolivar, the Liberator
Born in 1783, Simon Bolivar grew to become known as ...
Born in 1783, Simon Bolivar grew to become known as the George Washington of South America. But how did this happen? Listen in and learn how Simon Bolivar left a life of luxury to pursue liberation from Spain in this podcast.
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A Grim Tale: The Brothers Grimm
Fairy tales weren't always safe fodder for the latest Disney ...
Fairy tales weren't always safe fodder for the latest Disney film. In fact, some were downright macabre. Learn more about the original versions of fairy tales -- and the eccentric brothers responsible for popularizing them -- in this podcast.
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The 47 Ronin and the Samurai's Code
Historically, the samurai were Japanese warriors famous for their loyalty ...
Historically, the samurai were Japanese warriors famous for their loyalty to their feudal lords and adherence to a strict code of honor. Tune in to learn more about the samurai and the legendary tale of the 47 Ronin.
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What is the highest-value art heist in history?
From cat burglars to immoral, obsessed collectors, we've all heard ...
From cat burglars to immoral, obsessed collectors, we've all heard stories of notorious art thieves. But in terms of loot, which of history's outrageous art heists was the most successful? Listen in and learn more in this podcast.
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How Charlie Chaplin Worked
Charlie Chaplin is perhaps best known for his portrayal of ...
Charlie Chaplin is perhaps best known for his portrayal of 'The Tramp,' a character with raggedy clothes and a heart of gold. But who was the real Charlie Chaplin? Learn more about one of the most influential actors of silent film in this podcast.
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Catherine de' Medici and the Scarlet Nuptials
In this episode of the continuing Medici super series, Katie ...
In this episode of the continuing Medici super series, Katie and Sarah follow up on the further adventures of Catherine de'Medici. Listen in and learn how the St. Bartholomew Day's massacre contributed to Catherine's notorious reputation in this podcast.
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Is there a money pit on Oak Island?
In 1795, a farm boy named Daniel McGinnis found a ...
In 1795, a farm boy named Daniel McGinnis found a strange depression in the ground on an island in Nova Scotia's Mahone Bay. As he and his friends began to dig, they realized they'd stumbled on much more than an ordinary hole. Tune in and learn more.
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Catherine de' Medici, Italian Orphan
Catherine de' Medici remains the most famous female member of ...
Catherine de' Medici remains the most famous female member of the Medici clan. Orphaned at a young age, Catherine survived struggles with childhood illness and eventually became the Queen consort of France. Tune in and learn what happened next.
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The Second Act: Notable Vaudevillians
In a follow-up to the earlier episode on the history ...
In a follow-up to the earlier episode on the history of vaudeville, Katie and Sarah take a closer look at some of the most memorable vaudevillians. Listen in and learn more about everyone from the Marx brothers to Winsor McCay in this episode.
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Who was Emanuel Swedenborg?
When the philosopher Emanuel Swedenborg sought mechanical explanations for nature, ...
When the philosopher Emanuel Swedenborg sought mechanical explanations for nature, he found himself struggling with his faith as he searched for evidence of the human soul. But what happened next? Tune in and learn more in this podcast.
