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The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and Families

Mick Sullivan
Walt Whitman
Ice Cream
American Civil War
Dr. Mary Edwards Walker
Kentucky Meatshower
Milk Sickness
Colonel Charles Young
Minerva Hoyt
Stephen Bishop
Medal Of Honor
Leaves Of Grass
Pet Rock
Mr. Potato Head
Frank Johnson
James Forten
Cheese Riots
Dr. Anna Pierce Bixby
National Parks
Anne Carroll Moore
Josie Laures

A History Podcast for Kids! Parents love us, Teachers love us, and most importantly, kids do too! History can be amazing, inspiring and relevant to anyone. We love to share the stories of Spies, funny foods, George Washington's foibles, early advancements in cartooning and ballooning and much more! A professional music score and important songs accompany nearly every themed episode. Proud Kids Lis... more

PublishesMonthlyEpisodes134Founded9 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Did a no-longer-living Mark Twain send a novel from the great beyond with a Ouija Board? Find out about the real story with help from our pal Nate DuFort of the podcast, Unspookable.

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Episode 110! Peter the Great, The Hairy Eagle and more!

Did I decide on an episode about Peter the Great just so I could say 6-7 a few times to be cringe and make kids laugh? Yes, yes I did. But it's a really fun story about when the Tsar of All Rus... more

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Episode 109 tells the story of Lincoln's the speech Lincoln lost before his inauguration in 1861.

Also included is the story of Ely S. Parker, an indigenous Seneca man who made an impact in the Civil War - and who had really nice handwriting.

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Composer Joseph Haydn is buried with two skulls. You'll never believe why (hint: it has to do with phrenology).

Meanwhile Thomas Paine's bones went missing thanks to an overly enthusiastic fan.

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Recent Guests

Tori Murden-McClure
The first woman to row solo across the Atlantic Ocean
Episode: Oceans to Cross with Tori Murden-McClure
Will Oldham
World famous musician and fellow swimmer
Bonnie Prince Billy
Episode: Bone Wars and The Ghost Town Rhyolite
Frank W. Reiser
Professor Emeritus of Biology at Nassau Community College, expert in microscopic specimens
Nassau Community College
Episode: The Meatshower Part Two (Electric Burgoo)

Host

Mick Sullivan
Host of a history podcast that engages kids and families through entertaining stories and educational content.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 3.5k ratings
  • It’s great

    It’s great I like that you can listen whenever wherever. I don’t understand why people just leave a one star review and say it’s bad

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    5
    Mister Nintendo man
    United Statesa month ago
  • Hi there mick

    Could we do one about ww2 I love your show and have listened to you from the start 🙃🙃

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I love book##s
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • This show is fire 🔥🔥🔥

    It’s honestly my favourite podcast, it’s so interesting and entertaining! thank you for putting so much work into it every month <3

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Borncurious20
    Canadaa month ago
  • The GOAT

    It’s just the GOAT

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    5
    Flynn Talley
    United Statesa month ago
  • Nbd but sorry

    I meant to press 5 stars but I pressed 4

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ghostlyreviews
    Australiaa month ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many find the podcast to be a helpful resource for teaching history in a fun and approachable way.
Listeners appreciate the engaging storytelling, fun facts, and educational content that captivates both kids and their parents.
The music and formatted segments are often praised for enhancing the overall listening experience.
Some listeners express a desire for more episodes or topics related to specific areas of history.

Chart Rankings

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#58
United States/Kids & Family
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#76
Canada/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#141
United Kingdom/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#75
Australia/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#124
Italy/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#36
Philippines/Kids & Family

Talking Points

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Very Hairy
Q: In what decade was it first possible for people to buy a commercially made and affordable shampoo?
It was the 1920s.
Very Hairy
Q: If someone has a Poganophobia, what are they afraid of?
They are afraid of beards.
Very Hairy
Q: Who was the first American president to have a beard?
It was Abraham Lincoln, who had the first beard in office.
Oceans to Cross with Tori Murden-McClure
Q: How do you prepare for something like this?
I trained for the Olympic team in 1992. I heard about this rowing race across the Atlantic Ocean and thought I may not be the fastest, but I can go forever.
Oceans to Cross with Tori Murden-McClure
Q: How did you feel on that first journey when you first set out into the Atlantic all alone?
I pulled out from shore and I was like, finally, because it just was such a journey getting the boat into the water and building the boat and equipping the boat.

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This podcast presents engaging and educational stories about diverse historical topics tailored for children and families. Each episode highlights intriguing figures from history, whimsical events, and lesser-known stories, making learning about the past both fun and accessible. With a professional music score and themed episodes, it seamlessly combines entertainment with education, captivating young listeners while sparking curiosity around historical themes ranging from food to significant milestones in various fields. Notably, the blend of storytelling, humor, and interactive elements creates an inviting atmosphere for families to explore history together, nurturing a love for learning in children.

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this podcast launched 9 years ago and published 134 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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2. Will Oldham
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