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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 

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

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.

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

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

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.

Sometimes we wonder about how it is possible that a person came up with a complex idea out of nothing, or how people just thought, "Hey! Lets cook this weird plant there and eat it" If you are like me and wonder about all sorts of things, then look no further.In this podcast, I will ask and wonder about all sorts of things in this world, some real some fictional. Be aware that I am neither a scholar nor a professional in the topics I talk about. The point is to wonder and ask not to explain, I know you might know how something works but that takes away the magic of things.

A historical seamstress tells her witchy friend about the most macabre aspects of the Victorian era. A new topic focusing on the 1800s every week, as well as a collective tarot reading and spiritual advice! Dive into the past with Conjuring Curiosities, a conversational yet educational podcast where a historical seamstress takes her witchy friend on weekly adventures through the shadows of Victorian history. Settle in as these best friends discuss tales of intrigue, uncovering the weirdest and most macabre aspects of the 1800s.Join our dynamic duo as they chat about everything from eerie ...

A home to ideas about curating, past, present & future

Topics of interested with a broad range of topics. Season One will involve a variety of topics regarding Newfoundland and Labrador which include but are not limited to history, conspiracy theories, true crime, government and paranormal stories. I hope you enjoy!Please message me with any requests, ideas, comments or questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A domestic engineer and a hairstylist rendezvous at a folding table for a wicked & weird taleWelcome to Wicked Curiosities- Check in every Wednesday for our newest episode. https://wickedcuriosities.buzzsprout.com/Keep up with us on Instagram & Twitter! Talk soon, byeee!

Grab yourself a nice hot tea and get comfy while we explore allegedly true accounts of the unexplained. ☕🔍

A podcast looking to make history interesting, one episode at a time. We cover everything from civil rights issues to gender and sexuality. The morbid and macabre, and the heavily meme'd, no topic is off limits as we explore the fantastic array of human history. 

A podcast run by two best friends aimed at quenching your morbid curiosity with stories from true crime and paranormal activity to conspiracy and unsolved mysteries...with the help of a few cocktail recipes along the way.