Best Condensed Histories Podcasts (2024)

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The Analogue World 39:07

4h ago39:07

39:07

Jem discusses a world before we went digital! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Weirdest Things People Believed 20:53

22m ago20:53

20:53

Humans have always had a generally curious nature when it comes to the world around us, and that has led to the belief in some very bizarre things during less-informed times. Things like lambs growing on trees, animals spontaneously generating and brussels sprouts harbouring evil spirits. Without further ado, let’s take a dive into some of the weir…

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Amazing Secrets Hidden In Everyday Things - Part 3 17:53

1h ago17:53

17:53

There’s nothing cooler than a secret hidden in plain sight, especially when it comes to the objects we use and interact with every day. Some of these secrets seem obvious once pointed out, while others make you say, “wow, I never would’ve spotted that!” Either way, learning about these hidden features and uses can seriously upgrade your life, so le…

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Prison Movies 40:55

19h ago40:55

40:55

Jem looks at movies behind bars. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Story Of Koko, The Talking Gorilla 21:41

1h ago21:41

21:41

Koko was a lowland gorilla who had been taught to communicate with humans. But she wasn’t just asking for bananas! What she had to say astounded scientists around the world. Let’s find out about how one ape helped us make some of the most important discoveries about animal behavior in human history! Our Sponsors: * Check out Express VPN: expressvpn…

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Memento 35:23

6h ago35:23

35:23

I'm sorry, I really can't remember what this episode is about... Oh, yes, Memento, and the problems with memory! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Dumbest Things Ever Stolen 21:26

41m ago21:26

21:26

Theft may be a common crime; but pinching a handbag or a wallet is soo last year. Let me ask you this instead: how would you go about swiping an entire beach, an iconic historical body part or $50,000 worth of prized bull semen? Believe it or not, these are just some of the dangerous, strange, and downright dumb things people have stolen. Intrigued…

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Real Ghost Ships Left Abandoned Sailing Endlessly 25:00

3d ago25:00

25:00

Of all the tales from our big, blue oceans, the eery stories of ghost ships are easily the most terrifying. The crews of these mysterious ships suddenly vanish into thin air, leaving the abandoned vessels to sail for days - or even years - on the endless ocean waves. While many believe these spooky stories are all works of fiction, unmanned ships s…

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The Omen 43:39

3d ago43:39

43:39

Jem looks into The Omen! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Your Body Is A Design Disaster 21:20

5d ago21:20

21:20

The human body may be incredibly complex, but many believe that we were “created” in the image of a perfect being. If we’re so “perfect”, then why do we only have one set of adult teeth? Why do our backs hurt all the time? And what is the deal with male nipples? Thankfully, I’ve drawn up a truly eye-opening list that gets to grips with all the poss…

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Friends 40:03

5d ago40:03

40:03

Jem looks into what is arguably the ultimate sitcom, Friends! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Secrets People Are Taking to the Grave 21:33

8d ago21:33

21:33

Whether it’s something kept hidden out of shame, or something you’re privately proud of, everyone has a secret they can never make public. Fortunately, thanks to internet anonymity, we can get our secrets off our chests to online strangers without anyone we know finding out. From utterly shameful confessions to truly bizarre attractions, here are s…

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Luckiest People Who Survived the Impossible - Part 3 21:17

10d ago21:17

21:17

Whether the jaw-dropping circumstances are final-destination style car accidents, 133 days stranded at sea, or 30 minutes on the seabed without any oxygen, some incredibly lucky people had their bacon saved when the odds were truly stacked against them! Our Sponsors: * Check out Express VPN: expressvpn.com/BEAMAZED * Check out Incogni: https://inco…

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Warhammer and Auctions 39:04

10d ago39:04

39:04

Jem talks about Warhammer, and about the history of Auctions, and the importance of Value! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Animal Attack Riddles That Could Save Your Life 26:44

13d ago26:44

26:44

Animal attacks. They’re the stuff of nightmares, and something everyone hopes they’ll never encounter. But the reality is, wandering the wilderness, there’s always a chance something could be lurking just out of sight, sizing you up as a tasty meal. In that scenario, your survival depends on what you know, and how you apply it. So, today, let’s put…

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Titanic - My Heart Will Go On 39:40

12d ago39:40

39:40

Jem looks at The Heart Will Go On, and the film Titanic! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Unsolved Mysteries Finally Solved In Unbelievable Ways 19:58

18d ago19:58

19:58

Some mysteries prove impossible to solve for years, and in the occasional cases where the truth finally comes out, it often proves stranger than even the most outlandish theories. From the man who lost 20 years of his life, to a surprising and bizarre UFO sighting explanation, let’s check out some unsolved mysteries finally solved in unbelievable w…

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Amazing Messages Found In Bottles 13:31

17d ago13:31

13:31

Throwing out messages in a bottle is a rather romantic thing to do, but believe it or not, some incredible ones have been found over the years. Let’s delve into some of the most amazing messages ever found in bottles! Our Sponsors: * Check out Express VPN: expressvpn.com/BEAMAZED * Check out Incogni: https://incogni.com/beamazed Advertising Inquiri…

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The Bible 41:59

17d ago41:59

41:59

Jem tackles the best selling book of all time - The Bible! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Weirdest Things Animals Do 21:15

23d ago21:15

21:15

From creatures with the creepiest fashion senses to some utterly insane mating rituals, get ready to be left slack-jawed at some of the Weirdest Things Animals Do. Our Sponsors: * Check out Express VPN: expressvpn.com/BEAMAZED * Check out Incogni: https://incogni.com/beamazed Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: ht…

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Cult Movies: So Bad, They're Good! 36:44

19d ago36:44

36:44

Jem talks about Cult Movies that are so bad, they're good. Head over to the Condensed Histories Podcast Facebook Group to let us know your favourite examples! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Strangest Things That Have Fallen From the Sky 11:26

25d ago11:26

11:26

From gold, to fish and cows, there are some extremely strange things that have come down from above. Coming up are the strangest things that have fallen from the sky. Our Sponsors: * Check out Express VPN: expressvpn.com/BEAMAZED * Check out Incogni: https://incogni.com/beamazed Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out:…

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The SCP Foundation Explained 24:49

28d ago24:49

24:49

The SCP Foundation are an incredibly illusive organization, whose work ventures into the paranormal, supernatural, and downright horrifying in order to defend the greater good of humanity by any means necessary. Let's dive into the classified archives of this secret organization and find out exactly what they never wanted you to know. Our Sponsors:…

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The Warriors 38:47

24d ago38:47

38:47

Jem looks int the history around the film 'The Warriors'! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Worst Animal Parents 22:42

1M ago22:42

22:42

From mothers encouraging sibling violence to sneaky abandonment tactics and even hungry mommas chowing down on their own spawn for lunch, coming up are some of the worst animal parents around! Our Sponsors: * Check out Express VPN: expressvpn.com/BEAMAZED * Check out Incogni: https://incogni.com/beamazed Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com…

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Blaxploitation Movies 43:32

1M ago43:32

43:32

Jem takes a look into the world of Blaxploitation Movies! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Smartest Lottery Winners 22:36

1M ago22:36

22:36

We’ve all heard stories of people winning insane amounts of money on the lottery and, due to their lack of self-discipline and financial know-how, squandering every penny. But not every lottery winner is so foolish. The smart ones can offer a lot of insight on what to do if you ever win. From the man won the lottery 7 times, to the hilarious ways w…

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Secrets Of The Most Dangerous Magic Tricks Revealed 23:48

1M ago23:48

23:48

Have you ever seen a magic trick so mind-blowing you just had to know how it’s done? With tricks ranging from risky bow-and-arrow stunts to swallowing the seemingly impossible, the explanations are often as intriguing as the tricks themselves. So, grab your top hat and rabbit, as we pull back the curtain on some of the world’s most dangerous magic …

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Improving History 41:30

1M ago41:30

41:30

Jem tackles the world of the docu-drama! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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One in a Million Coincidences - Part 6 18:57

1M ago18:57

18:57

Serendipitous happenings take place all the time, but there are some that are really worth talking about. From mix-ups at birth to freaky fortune and a helping hand from lady luck, here are some more one-in-a-million coincidences that will make you think we live in a simulation! Our Sponsors: * Check out Express VPN: expressvpn.com/BEAMAZED * Check…

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Society of the Snow 36:39

1M ago36:39

36:39

Jem talks Society of the Snow, and how far you would go to survive? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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If Your Plane Crashes In The Middle Of Nowhere, Do This To Survive 14:40

1M ago14:40

14:40

If Hollywood has taught us anything, it’s that disaster can strike at the worst of times. Usually, in the worst possible places and with alarming regularity. These disasters often involve plummeting several thousand feet from an airplane that’s either malfunctioning, hijacked, or overrun with snakes. Sometimes all three. But would it be possible to…

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How Much Is Too Much When It Comes to Social Media Promotion? 49:07

1M ago49:07

49:07

Social media is a great way to promote a podcast, but creating more content and posting it to multiple platforms can be exhausting. What platforms are working for podcasters? Chris Spangle and guest Brandon Peters answer this, along with a question from Aaron, who wants to start a podcast but isn't sure what he should start on. Learn more about you…

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Frightening Events Coming Up In The Future 14:58

1M ago14:58

14:58

The universe is a terrifying place. Out there, events are in motion that will eventually lead to not only the death of humanity but the death of the universe itself. Even on our own pale blue dot, we are in constant danger from above and below. Our survival so far is extremely unlikely, and things aren’t going to change. Let’s explore some upcoming…

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The News 42:53

2M ago42:53

42:53

Here is the News - or Jem's look at it through history. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Crazy Ways Animals Give Birth 12:18

1M ago12:18

12:18

Giving birth to a child isn’t an easy feat. Just ask any mother out there! But humans have things pretty easy compared to the utterly bizarre birthing practices of certain creatures on our planet. From snails with very unfortunate anatomies to rodents born covered in sharp spines, here are some of the most incredible and crazy ways animals give bir…

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