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Everything Everywhere Daily

Gary Arndt | Glassbox Media

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Learn something new every day! Everything Everywhere Daily is a daily podcast for Intellectually Curious People. Host Gary Arndt tells the stories of interesting people, places, and things from around the world and throughout history. Gary is an accomplished world traveler, travel photographer, and polymath. Topics covered include history, science, mathematics, anthropology, archeology, geography, and culture. Past history episodes have dealt with ancient Rome, Phoenicia, Persia, Greece, Chi ...
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TOP SECRET Personal Attention, SpyCast Listeners Known to be the podcast real spies listen to -(STOP)- eavesdrop on conversations with high level sources from around the world -(STOP)- spychiefs molehunters defectors covert operators analysts cyberwarriors and researchers debriefed by SPY Historian Hammond -(STOP) stories secrets tradecraft and technology discussed -(STOP)- HUMINT SIGINT OSINT IMINT GEOINT and more -(STOP)- rumored to be professional education internal communication and publ ...
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Ancient History Fangirl

Jenny Williamson and Genn McMenemy

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An ancient history podcast run by two Millennial women. Misbehaving emperors, poison assassins, mythological mayhem; it’s like if Hardcore History met up with My Favorite Murder in the ancient world, with a heavy helping of booze and laughter.
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In a country obsessed with gossip, the great and the good fear one thing more than any other - scandal. British scandals change the course of history. They bring down governments, overthrow the rich and cause the mighty to fall. Some are about sex, others about money. In the end, they’re all about power. But often at the heart of a scandal, there are ordinary human stories. Stories of those caught up in the swirl of outrage. Who was really to blame for what happened? Why did they do it? And ...
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The Age of Napoleon is a history podcast about the life and career of Napoleon Bonaparte as well as the general context of Europe between the early eighteenth and early nineteenth century. It is about big trends and the grand sweep of history, as well as the smaller, individual stories that bring them to life.
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Award-winning real stories of the Cold War told by those who were there. Every week we interview an eyewitness of the Cold War. Across soldiers, spies, civilians, and others, we aim to cover the whole range of Cold War experiences. Hosts Ian Sanders, James Chilcott, and Peter Ryan bring your ears into the heart of the Cold War. Reading a history book is one thing, but hearing a human voice, with every breath, hesitation and intonation brings a whole new dimension to understanding what it was ...
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The Irish History Show

Cathal Brennan and John Dorney

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The Irish History Show is presented and produced by Cathal Brennan and John Dorney. The show looks at many different aspects of Irish history with expert guests from a variety of backgrounds and disciplines.
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Two friends, Austin and Brenda, delve into the rich history of secret nerd mysteries near and dear to their hearts in their own loose, light-hearted way. If you've ever wondered "Why Saturday morning for cartoons?" or "How come Chuck E. Cheese cares so much about other people's birthdays?", this is the show for you!
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Tudors Dynasty

RedTop Media / Rebecca Larson

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Love the Tudor dynasty, or royal history in general? We interview your favorite historians and authors as well as tell you the stories of the era and beyond. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rebecca-larson/support
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This podcast is devoted to exploring presidential history from the founding of the office in 1789 on through the present day. I plan to take a systematic approach to both the people and the events that have shaped and reshaped each administration and the office in general.
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Generals and Napoleon, presented by John W. Viscardo, focuses on the greatest collection of military talent in history - during the age of Napoleon! Instagram: @andnapoleon X/Twitter: @andnapoleon Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/generalsandnapoleon/support
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Greetings from Pawtuxet Village, Rhode Island! This is the Pawtuxet General! We are a high quality general store AND your podcast for recipes, cocktails, local ghost-stories, and all things, "Pawtuxet-ish." Please, join our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/pawtuxetgeneral
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Country Squire Radio

Country Squire Radio

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JD and Beau sit down every week and talk about the rich history and elegance of pipe tobacco, the custom blends found only at the Country Squire, as well as general shop talk. If you’re a pipe enthusiast looking for a show to listen to on the go or while you’re kicking back enjoying a bowl, this is definitely the place for you.
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The Eastern Border

Kristaps Andrejsons

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A podcast about the politics and the history of the eastern Europe - including, but not limited to the current state of Russia, politics of the EU, history of the USSR and the region in general. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/theeasternborder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Black Vault Radio with John Greenewald, Jr. dives deep into the world of secret U.S. Government and Military History spanning more than a half century. Using an archive of more than 3,000,000 declassified government documents as a starting point, Greenewald speaks to some of the most brilliant minds on the planet trying to get to the truth.
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Have I got a story for you! Award winning Music Historian and host of the chart topping Ongoing History of New Music Podcast Alan Cross unleashes his next amazing podcast. In every episode Alan Cross takes you inside unbelievable true stories of crime, murder, scandal, strange deaths, unexplainable events, and the general mayhem from the music industry through the decades.There is a lot of bad behavior that needs to be talked about. It’s a one-of-a-kind podcast featuring true crime stories f ...
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Brain Ladle Trivia

Brain Ladle Productions

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Every week, we present a fast and fun trivia game where general knowledge is taste-tested from a specific topic...or specific knowledge on a general topic. Either way, the delicious bits of trivia minutiae will be served up, piping hot!
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History Makers Radio

History Makers Radio

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Join in and listen to interviews from the weekly radio show "History Makers" with host Matt Prater and be inspired by stories of people who have been successful in sport, business, politics, media, ministry and life in general.
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From famous founders to capitalist cooks, from sex scandals to the dirtiest blues song, AMERICAN FILTH dives into the filthier side of American history: uncovering people who society has largely excluded from the history books because they were too unconventional, provocative, seedy, dirty, trashy…. Or just plain filthy. And sure, some of these folks made great contributions to history. But that’s not the part of their lives AMERICAN FILTH is interested in. This podcast is here for the drama ...
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With millions of downloads, hundreds of hours of soundtracked content, and an overall emphasis on the cultural history behind famous works of literature, Literature and History is one of the most popular independent podcasts on its subject. Starting with Sumerian cuneiform in 3,100 BCE, Literature and History moves forward in chronological order through Assyriology, Egyptology, the Old Testament, Ancient Greece and Rome, and the birth of Christianity. The show's current season is on Late Ant ...
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General Talk is a regular podcast from the Army Benevolent Fund featuring interviews with guests from the British Army, past and present. The podcasts give an expert insight into the military's ever-changing role in the modern world and how we, as the Army’s national charity, promote the welfare of our soldiers, veterans and their families
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Rebel Spirit is a brand new podcast series from Akilah Hughes (Crooked Media’s “What a Day”) about her return to her small town of Florence, Kentucky with a mission to change her high school’s mascot from a Confederate General into a Biscuit. The show features moving interviews with everyone from the artist behind “Gritty,” The Philadelphia Flyers’ viral mascot, to principals at schools across the nation who have made this change. In speaking to people at every inflection point of the issue ...
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Abbasid History Podcast

AbbasidHistoryPodcast.com

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An audio platform for the study of the pre-modern Islamic(ate) past and beyond. We interview academics, archivists and artists on their work for peers and junior students in the field. We aim to educate, inspire, perhaps infuriate, and on the way entertain a little too. https://linktr.ee/abbasidhistorypodcast Suitable also for general listeners with an interest in geographically diverse medieval history.
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Live, each and every other Tuesday on Sunrise FM London! Bringing you the best in Old Skool Rave / Nu Skool Hardcore, Breakbeat Hardcore, Happy Hardcore & UK Hardcore and a few side genres in between! Insane & Mind - History Of Hardcore, London, UK For Bookings, Promos, Demos, Label Submissions & General enquiries! Please contact us at info@insaneandmind.co.uk
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In General Terms

U.S. Army Brigadier General Michael B. Lalor

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It’s hard to identify more important, or more intricate, places to work than the U.S. Army’s Tank-automotive & Armaments Command (TACOM). "In General Terms'', with Major General Lalor, not only gives listeners an appreciation for TACOM’s history and its commitment to the future, it also shares the General’s unique perspective of what it’s like to have the responsibility over a $5 billion dollar company that generates nearly 60 percent of the Army's total equipment. If you ever wondered what ...
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Welcome to the Italian Renaissance Podcast, where we discuss the culture and art of fifteenth and sixteenth century Italy. This podcast aims not only to provide a general overview of historical themes of the Renaissance, but also to dive deeply into interpreting how we understand the period today through analysis of key figures, moments, texts, but most importantly, the art. I intend this podcast to be both a useful study guide for students, and an engaging and digestible source of informati ...
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History isn't black and white, yet too often it's presented as such. Explore the ambiguities and nuances of the French Revolution. Support the show today: https://www.patreon.com/greyhistory Ever wondered how the French Revolution started with hope for liberty and equality and descended into the Reign of Terror? Curious as to how the French Revolution still influences your life today? Looking for your next long-form, detailed history podcast recommended by universities and loved by French Re ...
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We the People

National Constitution Center

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A weekly show of constitutional debate hosted by National Constitution Center President and CEO Jeffrey Rosen where listeners can hear the best arguments on all sides of the constitutional issues at the center of American life.
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#Railnatter

Gareth Dennis

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Join railway engineer and writer Gareth Dennis plus a wide range of guests on his semi-topical weekly talk show about all things rail... This podcast is uploaded after the live (or live-ish) show has finished on YouTube at 7pm (UK time) on Wednesdays.
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Oral histories of Myanmar - life stories; some starting as far back as the late 1920’s.From my years of involvement in Myanmar I have become aware of the increasing scarcity of the generation of Myanma citizens who were born during the colonial period and have lived through the tumultuous years since that time. For me, these men and women are "national treasures" whose experience, perseverance and wisdom gained during their long lives will be lost unless we capture their stories in some way. ...
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The Nonessential Podcast

Ben Matlock and Steve Gibson

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A show about anything and everything that we find interesting, but not essential. From true history and crime, to myths, legends, and creepypasta, if we like it, we'll talk about it. And if we don't like it, we'll talk about it even more.
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Podcast that will discuss multiple things from science to history to general discussions about everything and anything . Hopefully get you the listener thinking about something differently or have a new way to look at something . Hopefully make your day or life a little better . Humans affect humans with their actions . This podcast will have an affect on you Im sure
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Fraunces Tavern Museum

Fraunces Tavern Museum

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Fraunces Tavern Museum’s mission is to preserve and interpret the history of the American Revolutionary era through public education. This mission is fulfilled through the interpretation and preservation of the Museum's collections, landmarked buildings and varied public programs that serve the community. You can stand in the room where General Washington said farewell to his officers and explore seven additional galleries that focus on America's War for Independence and the preservation of ...
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Leading scholars in History, Philosophy and Social Studies of Science (HPS) introduce contemporary topics for a general audience. Developed by scholars and students in the HPS program at the University of Melbourne. Episodes released weekly. Current Hosts: Samara Greenwood and Carmelina Contarino. SEASON FOUR LAUNCHING LATE SEPTEMBER 2024.
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On this day in labor history, the year was 1934. That was the day nearly half a million textile workers, from Maine to Alabama, walked off the job in a general strike. The United Textile Workers had launched an organizing campaign the year before. Within months their membership had grown from 15,000 to well over 250,000. Working conditions and pay …
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Help keep our podcast going by contributing to our Patreon! It's easy to get the impression that no women were allowed in the war games of the ancient world, but nothing could be further from the truth. Female generals and warrior queens were everywhere—leading armies into battle by land and sea. In this episode, we cover five female military comma…
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Where does baby come from? How about Cabbage Patch Baby? Located in Cleveland Georgia, Babyland General Hospital has been the birthplace of Cabbage Patch Kid dolls since 1978. Host Brenda went on location to learn all of Babyland's secrets and to also experience the miracle of life up close and personal by watching the Mother Cabbage give birth. It…
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This interview was originally made on 8 December 2017. U Than Htay made some interesting comments about the colonial and Japanese occupation of Burma. Please feel free to contact me with suggested interviewees at church.peter@gmail.com. Thank you for listening . Peter ChurchBy Peter Church
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Determine how one could best describe what had already ensued in the morning hours after dawn per May 29, 1813. Find out where British Forces shifted their assault following Navy Point going up in flames. Discover whether British Forces went as far as issuing a White Flag aka Truce Flag. Learn if any major dilemmas presented themselves to Governor …
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On this day in labor history, the year was 2011. That was the day hundreds of ILWU strikers blocked railroad tracks near Longview, Washington. They hoped to stop grain shipments from moving in and out of the EGT Grain Terminal. Longshoremen had been sitting down on the tracks throughout the summer resulting in over a hundred arrests. No trains had …
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Whenever there is a lottery, the odds of winning are given. If you go to a pizzeria, they might tell you the number of possible pizzas that can be made, given their toppings. If you have a combination lock, it is secured because of the number of different solutions that are possible. All of these things might seem different, but they are all part o…
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Chris is a former member of the Yorkshire Volunteers, part of Cold War Britain’s Territorial reserve Army. This episode is a treasure trove of personal anecdotes, historical insights, and reflections on military life, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in military history and the Cold War era. Chris’s journey into the military began with…
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This video talks about Singh and Trudeau Poilievre , as well as Trump and Harris , North and south Politics . ove my leggs Owen Sound/Grey Bruce https://www.facebook.com/people/Love-My-Leggs-Owen-SoundGrey-Bruce/100089770304520/ Heshirtssheshirts :https://www.heshirtssheshirts.ca/ AMAZON : Allmax BCAA 90 SERVINGS https://amzn.to/4eyk0El RODE RODECa…
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On this day in labor history, the year was 1934. That was the day that became known as “Bloody Thursday.” Seven striking workers were shot dead and another 30 wounded at the Chiquola Mill in Honea Path, South Carolina. The Great Textile Strike of 1934 had started September 1. The twenty-two day strike spanned the eastern United States, from New Eng…
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In 19th century America, a movement began to take areas of exceptional natural beauty and preserve them. This idea of setting aside land for the purpose of preservation is something that was never really taken seriously before. These areas became known as national parks, and they spawned a movement of land preservation that spread around the world …
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On September 17, Constitution Day, Patrick Spero—the incoming chief executive officer of the American Philosophical Society’s Library & Museum in Philadelphia—will release his new book, The Scientist Turned Spy: André Michaux, Thomas Jefferson, and the Conspiracy of 1793. It explores the incredible story of an explorer, André Michaux, drawn into a …
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On this day in labor history, the year was 1882. That was the day the first Labor Day Parade took place in New York City. But whose idea was it? According to the late Jonathan Grossman, former historian at the Department of Labor, the first Labor Day occurred during a general uptick in working class organizing, strike activity and militancy that ye…
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Sudeley Castle, the final home of Kateryn Parr and Thomas Seymour, carries a deep connection to their story. Granted to Thomas when he was created Baron Seymour of Sudeley by his nephew, Edward VI, in 1547, the castle became a place of both joy and sorrow. It was here that Parr passed away on September 5, 1548, shortly after giving birth to their d…
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Episode 48 of Tasmania's favourite political podcast sees Damo argue with Phoebe and Clancy about: - Victoria raising the age of criminal responsibility, but not as promised, and the youth crime problem - Kouta goes for Melbourne's top job, with a bunch of interesting mates! - Peter Dutton raises Zali Steggall's hackles, and Palestinian visas. - Th…
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There is a good chance that sometime in the last few days, weeks, or months, you might have enjoyed a slice or two of pizza. Pizza has become a near-ubiquitous food which can be found in almost every country. However, there is no one pizza. There are vehement disagreements about what pizza is best and what sort of toppings are acceptable. Learn mor…
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Help keep our podcast going by contributing to our Patreon! Today, we’re going to talk about a wonder that was built for a man who was once extremely powerful. But today, he’s known primarily for the grandness of his tomb—a tomb commissioned not by him, but by his wife (and sister)—a tomb so great that much like the Pharos’ name has been used in so…
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Jakki Civeriati is an Author and worship leader with a powerful story to tell! She has walked a road of discovery and learning, often through very challenging times. Some of her greatest learning moments have been through the experience of emotional abuse which has been prevalent in her life from her childhood and through her first marriage. Jakki …
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We are pleased to bring you a special five episode podcast series created by Professor in HPS Cordelia Fine, political philosopher Associate Professor Dan Halliday, social psychologist, Dr Melissa Wheeler and historian Dr Annabelle Baldwin. The series is called Working Fathers, and explores the varied roles fathers play in contemporary Australia an…
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This episode I talk about Jagmeet singh selling out the Canadian people by siding with trudeau and his liberals . Love my leggs Owen Sound/Grey Bruce https://www.facebook.com/people/Love-My-Leggs-Owen-SoundGrey-Bruce/100089770304520/ Heshirtssheshirts :https://www.heshirtssheshirts.ca/ AMAZON : Allmax BCAA 90 SERVINGS https://amzn.to/4eyk0El RODE R…
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In this episode we discuss what is perhaps the most famous and distinctive invention of Middle Eastern and North African hydraulic engineering is the qanāt (also known as foggaras, khettāras, and aflāj): an underground tunnel dug horizontally into a hillside to harvest water from the water table. Speakers: Majid Labbaf Khaneiki and Louise Rayne. Ma…
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On this day in labor history the year was 1875. That was the day anti-black violence erupted into a two-day massacre in Clinton, Mississippi. As many as 2500 Black Republicans and their families met at Moss Hill, a former plantation destroyed during the Civil War. The day was one of festivities and political speeches ahead of the fall elections. Th…
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In the Spring of 1846, a group of intrepid pioneers set out from Independence, Missouri, to cross the Oregon Trail to seek a better life in the fertile Oregon Territory. However, almost nothing went according to plan for this group. They got a late start, took a devastating wrong turn, and were delayed by many natural obstacles. They ended up being…
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When Paul Gascoigne steps out with his new girlfriend, Sheryl, interest in his personal life soars, and the Press takes advantage. Gazza’s alcohol-fuelled benders and turbulent relationship make him easy prey for tabloid journalists seeking headlines. Sheryl befriends one with the hope of turning the narrative around. If you or someone you know is …
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Tracklisting: Tornado - Volkoder, Sam Supplier Charly “Joey Avila Lost AT Rave Remix” - The Prodigy Sweet Harmony vs You Got The Love - “Stuart Ojelay Bootleg” Different Strokes “HUD Remix” - HUD Dance The Night Away - DJ Jedi Music Is My Life - Dubble Dunk Someday - JMT Everybody's Free - The Old Skoolers De-Baptised by Dub “Sidestalker Mix - Spat…
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We have reached a very special milestone on the Irish History Show as this is our 100th episode! We discussed setting up the show and how it has evolved over the years. Our thanks to Near FM for originally broadcasting the show and our special thanks to all the amazing guests we’ve had over the years. We remember our favourite episodes and subjects…
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In the early 2000's, Sega's Sonic Team was floundering to find a way to help their flagship game franchise survive a rapidly changing gaming landscape that didn't seem to include Sega at all. The Saturn had failed. The Dreamcast had flopped, and it was looking like the writing was on the wall for everyone's favorite blue blur. That was until Sonic …
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On this day in labor history the year was 1932. That was the day the Progressive Miners of America wrapped up their founding convention in Gillespie, Illinois. Fed up with concessions and what they viewed as a heavy-handed, anti-democratic rule by UMW president John L. Lewis, Illinois miners met to break decisively. Area miners were active in radic…
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On this day in labor history, the year was 1910. That was the day the ‘Protocol of Peace’ brought an end to the cloak makers strike in New York City. The garment industry had been rocked by the ‘Uprising of the 20,000’ months earlier. Young women had struck hundreds of small shops over pay, recognition and working conditions. They won ILGWU recogni…
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Summary Rachel Noble joins Andrew to discuss her role as Director-General of the Australian Signals Directorate. Rachel is the first woman to hold this position. What You’ll Learn Intelligence The Australian Signals Directorate: Its purpose and mission The true story of the Pine Gap spy facility Leadership in Intelligence The SIGINT origins of the …
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The British and the Danes fought it out twice over a 6 year period during the Napoleonic Wars, once in 1801 and again in 1807. Special guest and author Gareth Glover joins the show to discuss the causes and effects of these 2 battles. X/Twitter: @GloverGareth, @andnapoleon *Please follow the Generals and Napoleon YouTube channel --- Support this po…
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One of the absolute highlights of my trip to England was spending time with Ben and George Miles. They were such a blast that I just had to sit down with them for a chat. You might know Ben Miles from The Crown or Napoleon, but he’s also renowned for his portrayal of Thomas Cromwell in Hilary Mantel's stage adaptation of her trilogy. George, an inc…
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The cold war was the defining event of the second half of the 20th century. When exactly it ended has been subject to debate. Was it the fall of the Berlin Wall? Was the day the Soviet Union was dissolved? There is an argument to be made that end might have actually occurred before any of those things, although no one knew it at the time. The event…
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Akilah heads back to her hometown of Florence, KY to attend her former high school’s homecoming celebration and kick off her campaign to get the Boone County Rebels mascot changed. If you have a racist mascot at your high school, or are an alumni of a high school with a racist mascot, and want to share your own experience, please email us at rebels…
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When you’re a rock star, life can be very busy…there are songs to write, rehearsals to attend, albums to record, promotional appearances to make, interviews to be conducted, and tours to organize and execute…there’s often not a lot of free time. Maybe you live in a large house or an estate… you might have multiple pied-de-terres around the planet: …
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