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No One Saw It Coming

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History Of Absinthe
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East Germany
Murder Of Jean L'enfray
Evan Rail
Cardiovascular Health
Fitness
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German Reunification
1905 Absinthe Ban
Thujone
French Culture
Cecil Rhodes
History Of Exercise Equipment
Vincenzo Perugia
American Civil War

The bit players, the unexpected twists, the turning point you missed. Join Walkley award-winner Marc Fennell as he uncovers the incredible moments that changed the course of history. New episodes out Tuesday.

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As the Second World War raged in the Pacific, there was a team of codebreakers in Australia working around the clock intercepting and deciphering Japanese messages.

It was Australia’s own Bletchley Park, but the team were young, female and worked i... more

From moons to mind bending maths and revolutions, the story of how we got the modern calendar is messy.

Matthew Champion, Associate Professor in History at the University of Melbourne, takes Marc Fennell (Stuff the British Stole) through time to un... more

You see it on Christmas cards, in shop windows and at your local church. The nativity scene is everywhere at this time of year.

But the scene you know of Mary, Joseph, baby Jesus in the manger, with some animals around is actually thanks to some mi... more

There’s one man you can thank - or curse - for your hand cramp after writing all your Christmas cards. Sir Henry Cole was a ‘dumpy’ Englishman who had too many jobs and not enough time to write back to his friends and family so he created the first C... more

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Dr. Eugene Helveston
Former ophthalmologist and author of the book 'Death to Beauty, The Transformative History of Botox'
Episode: Poison to Beauty: The Story of Botox
Dr. Tatiana Bur
A lecturer in Classics and expert on ancient Greek technology.
Australian National University
Episode: The First Computer Was Greek (And Shipwrecked)
Kassia St Clair
Writer, cultural historian, and author of The Secret Lives of Colour
Episode: Purple Reign: The Teen Who Bottled Royalty
Beth Saunders
Associate Director and Curator of Special Collections at the University of Maryland Baltimore County
University of Maryland Baltimore County
Episode: The Secret Photos That Shamed America
Dr. Daniel Duke
Senior lecturer in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Monash University
Episode: Hairspray, Cigarettes and the Wild History of the Asthma Puffer
Sandra Hempel
Science journalist and author
Author of The Strange Case of the Broad Street Pump, John Snow and the Mystery of Cholera
Episode: Beer vs Cholera: The Map That Changed Medicine
Greg de Moore
Associate Professor of Psychiatry and co-author of Finding Sanity
Westmead Hospital
Episode: POW Turned Pioneer: The Aussie Who Changed Bipolar Treatment
Karla Holloway
Professor Emerita of English Law and African American Studies at Duke University
Duke University
Episode: The Untold History of Henrietta Lacks and Her Miracle Cells
Walter Marsh
Journalist and author.
Episode: The Butterfly Thief: The Great Museum Heist Still Being Felt Today

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Marc Fennell
Host of the show, who is known for his engaging storytelling and deep dives into historical narratives.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • Love this interesting twist on History

    I love Marc’s other pod Stuff the British stole along with the TV production of the same series. When he announced this new pod I had to give it a try. Great, engaging topics of interesting history.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    podcast.traveler
    Canadaa month ago
  • History

    I went to China and i saw this dam with a amazing history it is called Dujiangyan Irrigation System

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tgalletly
    United Arab Emiratesa month ago
  • Fascinating!!

    Such an amazing podcast! Fascinating information about how various breakthroughs - many of them vital to modern life – occurred.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reading Ruth
    Australiaa month ago
  • No to animal experiments

    I tried listening to the Botox episode, but listening to a person laugh when talking about torturing animals and pseudoscience is not my thing.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Dishwashing Nez
    Australiaa month ago
  • Brilliant! (Of course it is)

    Mark is a modern day Andrew Denton. A charming presenter and host, with a delightfully curious mind.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Buutsahoon
    Australiaa month ago

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Listeners appreciate the unique and engaging historical stories that uncover the complexities of past events.
Some reviews suggest that certain episodes can tread on sensitive topics, with mixed reactions to how these subjects are presented.
Many highlight the host's ability to bring humor and insight into the subjects discussed, making history feel accessible and relevant.

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#132
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#50
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#5
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#196
Italy/History
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#236
Germany/History
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#30
New Zealand/History

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Poison to Beauty: The Story of Botox
Q: Did you think that was a good idea?
I didn't care. I was not too happy when I heard about Botox parties and the non-medical use of it.
Poison to Beauty: The Story of Botox
Q: So how did this toxin go from this life-changing treatment to being used to smooth out wrinkles?
The toxin was initially used to treat eye conditions, and clinicians noticed that it reduced wrinkles as a side effect.
The First Computer Was Greek (And Shipwrecked)
Q: What do you think it tells you about the past that we missed?
It opens up the possibility of Greek technological potential and how ancient scientific developments were collaborative across cultures and traditions.
William Dalrymple: China’s Game of Thrones
Q: Do you think her faith in Buddhism was real, or was it something that she recognized could one day protect the legitimacy of her role as emperor?
Historians have differing views, with some believing she genuinely embraced Buddhism as a faith while others suggest her actions were politically motivated to support her role as empress.
Hairspray, Cigarettes and the Wild History of the Asthma Puffer
Q: What happens on the morning of April 5th, 1955?
Dr. George Mason's daughter, Susie, suggests he use an aerosol can for her asthma medication during breakfast, leading to the invention of the asthma inhaler.

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