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| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 2793 | Founded | 18 years ago |
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Tracy talks about how she came to love onions after disliking them as a child. Holly discusses her fear of heights, and questions evidence in Ludwig II's death.
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Bernhard von Gudden was renowned as a reformer of asylums in Germany. But that legacy has been eclipsed by his part in getting King Ludwig II of Bavaria deposed.
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In the 1950s, two men tried to corner the market on onions on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange and manipulate futures contracts. Then Congress took up legislation to expressly forbid contracts for the sale of onion futures.
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This 2022 episode covers Helen Duncan, sometimes described inaccurately as Scotland’s last witch, or the last person imprisoned for witchcraft in Britain, or the last person to be tried under the UK’s 1735 Witchcraft Act.
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History where everything is through the lens of race gender and queerness. Lack of context
Been listening so long, feels like listening to old friends. The one reliable podcast I know I’ll always enjoy and finish the episode. Thanks for a great show.
Not worth listening to when it feels like half the time you are skipping ads and the hosts gloss over the details you ‘missed in history class’
While I mostly enjoy the topics and presentation, sometimes they go far off into the weeds with obscure, irrelevant topics. But the excessive add rolls are what break me.
excellent
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Historically focused storytelling with a light, conversational vibe that blends deep dives into forgotten or overlooked moments with timely, modern context. Episodes cover broad historical themes—wars, revolutions, scientific developments, and cultural shifts—often framed through engaging narratives and sharp banter between two co-hosts. The show is known for accessible research, a warm host dynamic, and series like Unearthed that spotlight archaeological and archival finds, occasionally sparking discussion about bias, representation, and current events. A recurring highlight is the pair's ability to make obscure history feel personal and relevant, though occasional criticisms center on ads, voice style, and perceived political leanings. Th... more
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