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Tracing 25 centuries of human history, from the fourth century BC to the present day, Manguel dedicates each of his chapters to a single character - ranging from our best-known thinkers, scientists, and artists to seemingly minor figures of whom we know little more than one inspired utterance - in whom he identifies a particular way of asking the question "why?"

Un rêveur qui se passionne par de nombreux sujets mystérieux de la vie et qui à envie de vous les partager.  Que cela soit l'astronomie, les OVNIs, l'alchimie,la philosophie, l'ésotérisme etc. On essaie de toujours se baser sur des faits et de ne pas trop partir dans la spéculation. Retrouve moi chaque lundi à 21h12 pour un nouvel épisode ! J'espère que le Podcast vous plaira et que vous en apprendrai toujours plus sur plein de sujets passionnants. Retrouve moi aussi sur Instagram et Facebook : Curiosity Podcast. Nosta 

Welcome! This podcast is really about anything and everything. Movies, camping, dogs, history, music, social clubs, etc.

Strange Historical Facts for Sleep is a calming collection of unusual true stories, forgotten events, and quietly fascinating moments from history—carefully written to relax the mind rather than excite it. Inside, you’ll discover odd but gentle historical facts, curious human behaviors, and little-known episodes from the past, all presented in a slow, soothing style ideal for bedtime listening.

Join Kevin Brown and the team at Geographicus Rare Antique Maps as they partner with Silver Sound to bring you the stories behind history's most obscure maps.Check out the Geographicus website here: geographicus.com

Celebrating a decade of Columbia Global Reports, the Forerunners series revives groundbreaking works of investigative journalism and incisive analysis published a century before CGR’s founding. These texts, once forgotten or underexplored, reflect CGR’s core mission: fearless reporting...

London is full of curiosities. Who knew that beneath the Albert Memorial lies a chamber resembling a church crypt? Or that there are catacombs under Camden? Who would expect to find a lighthouse in East London, sphinxes in South London, dummy houses in West London, or a huge bust of film director Alfred Hitchcock in North London?

We're curious about the topics you find here. Spirit, Earth, Heart centered conversations about the modern human experience. I'm naturally curious and am doing this podcast to explore my favorite topics.

Discover the captivating world of Isaac DIsraelis Curiosities of Literature, the third and final volume of his remarkable exploration. This work delves into a wide array of topics that extend far beyond literature, offering insightful essays on history, politics, and the customs of English society. Whether youre a literature enthusiast or simply curious about various subjects, this book promises to engage and intrigue every reader. - Summary by Carolin

For the endlessly curious mind. This is the show for anyone who loves falling down rabbit holes. Each episode, we open a new drawer in the cabinet to explore a fascinating topic—from forgotten history to modern science. If you love learning a little bit about a lot of things, you're in the right place.

Welcome to our podcast, where we take deep dives looking at various topics through a Paranormal Lens.Every Thursday, co-hosts Ben Goldman, Brienna Shear, and Angela Wingard come together to unpack history, events, and phenomena through a paranormal perspective. Along the way, we'll share updates on our latest projects, discuss timely news that doesn’t always fit into a full-length investigation or film, and connect the dots between folklore, research, and lived experience.In addition to our main Thursday episodes, listeners can also expect occasional bonus or mini-episodes dropping on ...

Delve into the intriguing world of Londons street literature with this collection of historical broadsides. As the precursors to modern tabloid journalism, these short, popular publications offer a fascinating glimpse into the past, brimming with sensational tales of crime, romance, the Royal Family, and politics. Notably, the collection also includes gallows literature, confessions and verses linked to individuals condemned to public execution. These pieces, often sold at the site of the execution, provide a stark and compelling insight into societys past. The prominence of printers names on ...

Curiosity Meets The Past is a podcast for curious minds who love learning about the past. Hosted by archaeologist Dr. Smiti Nathan, each episode features conversations with researchers, artists, and folx from diverse backgrounds who uncover unexpected stories behind objects, places, and people. No background in history or archaeology needed - just your curiosity. Learn more at smitinathan.com/podcast Cover art by Laura Fajín Riveiro & theme music by Noor Hanania

Curiosity Killed The Cabinet invites you into a world where the ordinary collides with the extraordinary. Hosted by Anthony “Ape” Pratt, a seasoned entertainment executive, this podcast delves into the mysteries that linger just beyond the surface. Each episode explores the shadows of true crime, eerie paranormal encounters, and the questions that keep us up at night. Blending thought-provoking storytelling with chilling twists, it’s The Twilight Zone meets true crime, with a touch of adventure and a deep sense of wonder.

Come on a fun, informative and slightly silly culinary journey through history exploring stories and anecdotes about food

For curiosity’s sake. Just because. Because we’re interested. Because we’re fascinated by so many things. Because why not?

 On this podcast, we amplify all kinds of stories, people, experiences, and make them relatable no matter who you are or where you come from. We want to encourage people to dream big, to practice empathy and understanding of those who are unknown, and to ask questions of those around us, to recognize that everyone has value and everyone has a story. 

 Join us as we seek out people that inspire curiosity and make us want to learn more about who they are and ...

A podcast about history, science, tales and everything in between. A father and son discuss things they are curious about from science and history to monsters and games. We look at the quirky and unusual from around the world as well as seeking out local history, events and characters. We keep it friendly and embrace what we discover - the world is an amazing, curious place.

Are you curious about the world around you? If you want some history with a sprinkling of other topics to change it up then subscribe to the Curiosity Chronicles!

Welcome to my Coven of Curiosities with your host, Lil’ Cyndi aka Giggles and Co~Host Farrah. Dive into a realm where legends and lore intertwine with the mystical and mysterious. From chilling true crime tales, stories of survival to the eerie and unexplained, Lil’ Cyndi takes you on a raw, unfiltered journey through the darkest corners of the unknown. Tune in for stories that will captivate your curiosity and leave you questioning reality. It’s time to join the coven and unveil the unknown. Embrace the eerie, discover the dark with Lil’ Cyndi.

A podcast dedicated to furthering the knowledge of strange and mysterious occurrences.