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Ridiculous History

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World War II
Boeing
Calvin Coolidge
Camouflage
Guinness World Records
History Of World Records
Breeching
Stan Hugel
William Howard Taft
Tecumseh
Sir Hugh Beaver
Norris and Ross Mcwhirter
William Henry Harrison
Class and Economy
Children's Clothing
John Neal
Gender Roles
Marketing
Baseball Caps
Warren G Harding

History is beautiful, brutal and, often, ridiculous. Join Ben Bowlin and Noel Brown as they dive into some of the weirdest stories from across the span of human civilization in Ridiculous History, a podcast by iHeartRadio.

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Ross Benes
Legendary author and journalist, and researcher
Entertainment Weekly, Esquire, Mental Floss
Episode: The Ridiculous History of the 90s and Low Culture, with Ross Benes
Rachel Lance
Author and expert in underwater physiology
Episode: The Terrifying Science of Tiny Subs and D-Day, Part Two: The Rise of the Chamber Divers
Dr. Rachel Lance
A returning expert and author specializing in underwater explosions and the science behind submarines.
Episode: The Terrifying Science of Tiny Subs and D-Day, Part One: The Return of Dr. Rachel "Big Spinach" Lance
Lizzie Logan
Co-creator of the podcast Hoax and writer
Hoax
Episode: Hoax! With Dana Schwartz and Lizzie Logan
Dana Schwartz
Host of the history podcast Noble Blood
Noble Blood
Episode: Hoax! With Dana Schwartz and Lizzie Logan
Wayne Federman
Comedy expert and educator
Episode: CLASSIC: George Carlin Gets Quoted in the Supreme Court: Ridiculous Stand-up Stories with Wayne Federman
Paul Deckent
Super producer
Episode: CLASSIC: The Life and Times of Ol' Knife Hand
Dr. Jorge Cham
Engineer and creator of PhD Comics
ScienceStuff
Episode: A Ridiculous History of Brain Science, with Jorge Cham
Jorge Cham
Polymath, creator of the webcomic strip Piled Higher and Deeper (PhD Comics) and host of ScienceStuff.
ScienceStuff
Episode: Jorge Cham Teaches Us The Universe: Big Bangs and Quantum Hangs

Hosts

Ben Bowlin
Host and co-host, bringing humor and storytelling expertise to the show.
Noel Brown
Co-host, adding wit and comedic charm to the historical discussions.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 6.9k ratings
  • Good but can be annoying

    Neil can be very annoying with his political snide comments. Just tell story and keep politics out of it. And it will be better

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Fossiker19
    Australiaa month ago
  • Misses the mark

    I like the concept and topics, but your tangents and personal politics leave me searching for something else. Tried a couple episodes, but I’ve gotta move on.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Amers2482
    United States2 months ago
  • Good, but dang lots of commercials

    27 minute show, 13 minutes commercials. What the heck. This won’t make it into any regular rotation based solely upon that.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Charles 79x
    United States2 months ago
  • Typical

    The work of effeminate homosexuals

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    27162527
    United States3 months ago
  • insufferable commercial interruptions.

    Great content, insufferable commercial interruptions.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    zafft45
    United States3 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the humor infused in history, but many express frustration with the high volume of advertisements interrupting the content.
The blending of serious history with lighthearted banter resonates well, although critiques often focus on the hosts' personal anecdotes overshadowing the historical narratives.
Some find the discussions insightful and entertaining, while others feel the hosts stray too far from the main topic, diminishing the overall experience.

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Spotify
#42
United States/History
Apple Podcasts
#41
United States/History
Apple Podcasts
#46
Canada/History
Apple Podcasts
#148
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#53
Australia/History
Apple Podcasts
#216
Germany/History

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Hoax! With Dana Schwartz and Lizzie Logan
Q: Do you think today's technology has made hoaxes easier to create?
Yes and no; while technology allows for more immediate fact-checking, people's desire to believe can still facilitate hoaxes.
Hoax! With Dana Schwartz and Lizzie Logan
Q: What's the inspiration behind creating a podcast on hoaxes?
Dana Schwartz shares her fascination with historical hoaxes, while Lizzie Logan relates to modern scams, leading them to collaborate.
A Ridiculous History of Sex, with Ross Benes
Q: Why is the US so hung up on sex?
The foundation of American society carries historical repression, shaped by its early European settlers who were often sexually repressed.
A Ridiculous History of Sex, with Ross Benes
Q: Can you tell us about the significance of sex scandals historically?
A sex scandal involves a public figure engaging in disapproved sexual behavior that threatens their career or reputation, often shaped by the context of their time.
A Ridiculous History of Sex, with Ross Benes
Q: How did you get started as a writer, particularly what fascinated you about what we call sex scandals?
I noticed many of my essays dealt with sex, which led me to explore it further in my writing. I sought to create a book akin to 'Freakonomics' but focused on sex.

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This podcast offers an engaging exploration of the quirkiest and most bizarre stories throughout history, bringing to life events that are equal parts educational and entertaining. From peculiar occurrences, odd characters, and extraordinary historical tales to examinations of cultural phenomena and language evolution, listeners are treated to a broad spectrum of absurdities and enlightening discussions. The hosts blend thorough research with humor, creating an appealing dynamic that makes historical topics accessible and fun for a diverse audience.

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Recent guests on Ridiculous History include:

1. Ross Benes
2. Rachel Lance
3. Dr. Rachel Lance
4. Lizzie Logan
5. Dana Schwartz
6. Wayne Federman
7. Paul Deckent
8. Dr. Jorge Cham

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