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36. TV Animation (ft. David Perlmutter)
The History of... - April 24, 2021 05:00 - 33 minutesDavid Perlmutter is the author of The Encyclopedia of American Animated Television Shows and America Toons In: A History of Television Animation. He is also a freelance writer for Medium.com. If you would like to donate your research to the show or send a donation note please contact me at theh...
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35. Women in Sportscasting (ft. Jane Chastain)
The History of... - April 17, 2021 05:00 - 16 minutesJane Chastain was the first female sports anchor and reporter. She hosted the "Girls Rules" radio show and reported with the Miami Dolphins as well as the NBA on CBS. Today, Mrs. Chastain writes online political commentary - Politically Direct. If you would like to donate your research to the s...
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34. Breakfast Cereal
The History of... - April 10, 2021 05:00 - 12 minutesCereal - you know you love it. Don't pretend you don't. Its origins are unexpectedly religious and painfully bland. Listen to learn more. If you have any questions about the information provided in this episode, or if you would like to send a donation note please contact me at thehistoryof365@g...
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33. Fractional-Reserve Banking (Quick History)
The History of... - April 03, 2021 05:00 - 27 minutesProverbs 22:7 "The rich rule over the poor, and the borrower is slave to the lender." If you have any questions about the information provided in this episode, or if you would like to send a donation note please contact me at [email protected]. Click to donate here. Please check out o...
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32. Potash
The History of... - March 29, 2021 05:00 - 9 minutesWhile you may have never considered potash, it’s discovery and usage has helped make the production of soap, gunpowder, glass, and batteries possible. Next time you take a bite of a sandwich or change the batteries in your smoke detector, thank Sir Humphry Davy, 14th century Polish hunters, and ...
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31. TikTok
The History of... - March 16, 2021 05:00 - 26 minutesYou likely think of TikTok as merely a form of entertainment during quarantine, but the platform has been around since 2016, and its parent company, Bytedance, is almost a decade old. While TikTok isn’t the first of its kind, it has taken teenage society by storm. If you have any questions or c...
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30. Veganism
The History of... - March 03, 2021 06:00 - 13 minutesWhen asked why he chose the midst of World War II to establish the Vegan Society, founder Donald Watson answered, “Can time ever be ripe for any reform unless it is ripened by human determination? Did Wilberforce wait for the ‘ripening’ of time before he commenced his fight against slavery? .....
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29. Valentine's Day
The History of... - February 12, 2021 11:00 - 14 minutesThe modern conception of Valentine’s Day actually has little to do with St. Valentine. Like several other holidays, Valentine's Day has morphed into a commercial sellout of teddy bears and chocolates. Competitors have to make their money somehow. If you have any questions or comments about the ...
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28. Twitter
The History of... - February 06, 2021 00:00 - 26 minutesTwitter has a history of drama. From the beginning, founders were fired or otherwise quietly removed. While it may not have been the initial vision, the platform has become the standard for official statements and news sources. Twitter continues to surprise everyone, serving as the hub of insta...
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27. Fractional-Reserve Banking
The History of... - January 20, 2021 02:00 - 1 hourProverbs 22:7 "The rich rule over the poor, and the borrower is slave to the lender." Questions or comments about the information in this episode? Contact us at [email protected]. Check out our YouTube channel here and our Instagram here. Resources: Definition of FR Banking Explain...
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26. The Christmas Tree
The History of... - December 23, 2020 02:00 - 19 minutesMany people know the Christmas tree was not originally a Christian tradition, but not many know it started with the Pagans or even Egyptians. Whether you have a live or artificial tree, we hope you won’t look at it the same after listening to this episode. If you have any questions or comments...
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25. The MICHELIN Star
The History of... - December 05, 2020 10:00 - 7 minutesThe MICHELIN Star is a coveted rating among many high-level restaurants. Many people simply do not know its history or how extensive the MICHELIN ratings are. Oftentimes, we take chefs for granted. MICHELIN Stars give chefs the recognition they truly deserve. If you have any questions or commen...
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24. Presidential Turkey Pardoning
The History of... - November 23, 2020 01:00 - 12 minutesTurkey pardoning tends to air on the humorous side of presidential matters. It began as a plea for friendship but morphed into a press event. Thanksgiving will also be different for everyone this year, but that will make it time to truly remember what the holiday is all about. If you have any q...
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23. Tesla
The History of... - November 11, 2020 00:00 - 19 minutesTesla is a flashy and well-branded corporation, but it has many threats and weaknesses the public does not hear about. Its course of action may not have been what the founders had in mind. Nevertheless, one cannot help but get excited about the future of Tesla’s innovation If you have any quest...
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22. All Hallow's Eve
The History of... - November 01, 2020 00:00 - 11 minutesThis twisted holiday has evolved over hundreds of years, and it will probably be different hundreds of years from now. This year is just a pin in time, and who is to say it is the end? Regardless, we hope Halloween doesn’t get much worse, because we don’t see it as a healthy thing. So, if you do...
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21. Bowling
The History of... - October 18, 2020 22:00 - 12 minutesWe hope the history of bowling is more interesting than you expect. After listening, you can tell your friends about the strange bowling tradition in the Church of Germany, the famous Boston bowling excavation, and the White House bowling league. If you have any questions or comments about the ...
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20. Cell Phones
The History of... - October 11, 2020 21:00 - 19 minutesCell phones have come a long way, and they have become integrated with the daily lives of millions and even billions around the world. Can you believe some countries have more cell phones than people? It’s amazing, and whether good or bad, cell phone innovation is not slowing down anytime soon. ...
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19. Guitars
The History of... - October 03, 2020 16:00 - 13 minutesSome may be surprised to learn that the guitar is not a recent invention. Stringed instruments have dated back to 1900 B.C. After the actual guitar was conceived, it did not take long to spread across the world. In the past one-hundred years, artists and engineers alike have tweaked the guitar t...
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18. Earth-Moving Machines
The History of... - September 27, 2020 23:00 - 13 minutesThis episode was a little bit of Emma's laughs and Robert's five-year-old self coming out. It includes the brief histories of the excavator, bulldozer, and dump truck. Your older self is telling you this is educational, but the little kid in you can't help it. We know why you're listening. If y...
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17. Coca-Cola
The History of... - September 20, 2020 02:00 - 18 minutesThis episode changed the way we view Coca-Cola. The history of the company contains many surprises, and the public is often oblivious of its far-stretching influence. All that tends to be remembered is the classic taste and myriad variety of beverages owned by Coca-Cola. Just try one thing: take...
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16. 9/11 (ft. Veronne Carter)
The History of... - September 12, 2020 10:00 - 32 minutesMr. Carter is a former minister and current high school English and drama teacher with a story to tell. He is incredibly wise and thoughtful, and this interview was a real treat. Let us know if you would like to see similar interviews in the future. If you have any questions or comments about t...
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15. Beards
The History of... - September 05, 2020 23:00 - 15 minutesBeard trends have undulated over time. Being bearded and beardless both have positive and negative aspects. Thankfully, men today have more freedom and ways to shave – or not to shave – than ever. So guys, remember all the great men before you who grew those noble accessories and don’t be afraid...
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14. Football
The History of... - August 30, 2020 01:00 - 15 minutesIt's big in the fame. It's big in the money. It's big in the culture. It's football time, and it's The History of... episode 14. Listen to learn more. If you have any questions, comments, or topics you’d like to see in the future, please contact us at [email protected]. Please check ou...
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13. Dentures
The History of... - August 22, 2020 18:00 - 13 minutesToday's dental implants are more advanced than ever, but false teeth were not always a clean, ordered, and precise craft. In fact, the history of dentures is quite strange and dark. Today's episode covers the history of different methods, materials, and sources of dentures. Enjoy! If you have a...
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12. Pets
The History of... - August 15, 2020 16:00 - 14 minutesWhether you’re a dog, cat, fish, bird, lizard, pig, bird-dog, or fur-baby person, all pet owners can agree that some animals just hold a special place in our hearts. If you have any questions, comments, or topics you’d like to see in the future, please contact us at [email protected]. ...
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11. Common Words & Phrases
The History of... - August 08, 2020 10:00 - 13 minutesThis episode is a peek into Robert, the pet peeved grammar policeman, and Emma's love of language. After listening to this episode, we hope you can fascinate your friends with the history of the words "maybe", "please", "dude", "okay", and "right". Most importantly, never forget to exercise the ...
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10. Socks
The History of... - August 01, 2020 23:00 - 14 minutesTake a moment and look down at your feet. There better be socks there. If not, we'll give you a pass, because at the time of this recording, it's summer. Sock clad or not, just think “What would my life be like without socks?” I imagine it would be much colder, stinkier and have less room to exp...
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9. The Internet, I guess
The History of... - July 25, 2020 10:00 - 22 minutesOne big thing we learned with this episode is that the internet was not a singular invention but an evolution - just like so many other curious foods, sports, holidays, and developments of history. Needless to say, the internet has become an integrated part of our daily lives. It is extremely po...
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9. The Internet
The History of... - July 25, 2020 10:00 - 22 minutesOne big thing we learned with this episode is that the internet was not a singular invention but an evolution - just like so many other curious foods, sports, holidays, and developments of history. Needless to say, the internet has become an integrated part of our daily lives. It is extremely po...
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8. Ice Cream
The History of... - July 18, 2020 10:00 - 14 minutesWhether cup, cone, sundae, cake, or however you enjoy ice cream, we can all agree it is one of the mankind’s proudest innovations. So, go out there and celebrate National Ice Cream Day like you’re supposed to, but remember, please celebrate responsibly. Please check out our YouTube channel at: ...
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