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Described by 'The Times' as a series that "ought to be compulsory listening for politicians, scientists, doctors and sundry other professionals who think they know best", Why Did We Do That? uses a distinctive mix of archive and new interviews to uncover the roots of present day problems. All is driven by a narrative which takes unexpected turns, and revels in the black humour with which our greatest blunders are laced.

The Internet Archive, which hosts our audiobooks, is currently running its annual fundraising campaign while launching an initiative to establish a mirror site in Canada, ensuring access for all users. The Internet Archive is a treasure trove, boasting millions of public domain books, audio recordings, films, radio shows, and other media. Additionally, they maintain an open library of copyrighted works that can be checked out by members with a virtual library card. This collection explores the vital role of public libraries, inspired by an essay from Chalmers Hadley, which will be featured as ...

Ever wonder how people lived before phones, microwaves, or even toilet paper? What Did We Do Before...? is a fun, kid-friendly history podcast that travels back in time to discover what life was like before modern inventions. Each episode explores one everyday object — from toothbrushes to traffic lights — revealing the clever, weird, and surprising ways people used to get by. Hosted by Bryan Betz, this show blends fascinating history, humor, and storytelling to spark curiosity in listeners of all ages. Perfect for curious kids, families, and classrooms who love to ask, “Wait… what did...

Let’s talk politics. No, not the R versus D bullshit that upsets Thanksgiving and causes us to disown our uncles. Let’s talk about the REAL state of politics. Let’s talk about the backstabbing, the partisan squabbling, and of course the propaganda. Let’s talk about what’s going on behind the curtain. What I am offering is a less technical view of politics, one that I hope is more easily digested. Whether you believe in everything I say or not isn't the point. What I want is for everyone that hears my podcast to think. https://www.facebook.com/groups/458728069590659 https://...

Have you ever wondered how museums and historical societies do what they do? At the Indiana Historical Society we are Indiana's Storyteller, but what does that mean? Come with me as I pull back the curtain to chat with my colleagues about how They do history. 

Hoje a coisa é simples. Você abre a torneira do filtro—ou a garrafinha de água mineral—e mata a sede à vontade. Mas, para nossos antepassados, água costumava ser um problemão: um gole podia levar à morte. E tomá-la não era o único problema. Neste audiolivro, você vai descobrir como era a vida nos tempos em que certos objetos (que hoje podem ser até banais) não haviam sido inventados ainda. Descubra como fazíamos sem água limpa, fósforos, vaso sanitário, óculos, anestesia, banho, papel higiênico, cemitério, divórcio, sobrenome e outras coisinhas mais.

Democracy and rule of law are under threat in a way we haven’t seen in decades or perhaps centuries, and anger, fear, and division run deep. But if we look around the world, we as Americans can learn from countries that faced their own bitter divisions and came out on the other side with their democracies intact and strengthened based on shared values. On How Do We Get Through This?, a podcast mini-series, we speak with leaders who were key to shaping their countries’ futures at times when everything was at stake. In our first episode, we speak with Roelf Meyer and Mohammed Bhabha, two ...

A podcast produced by 3 undergraduate students studying history at Northumbria University, Newcastle

Have you ever wondered why we use certain phrases or words? Where did they come from? What's the origin of that saying? Why do we say "Rule of Thumb"? Why should we mind our "P's & Q's"? Father and son hosts Scott and Liam Kelly have the answers to those questions! We know you could just look it up online, but why not have us do the work for you and have a fun time listening! For Season 2 we are playing our world famous game show--What Word Am I? at the end of each episode! New episodes every Tuesday.

This podcast takes an exploration to learn what happened to the Negro/African American/Blacks/Colored or any other name you reference yourself individually and as a whole. Starting from the beginning we look back in history and figure out why systemic racism still affects us today, what needs to change and why nothing has been done. Ranging from serious topics to more relaxed but related topics the black experience is one of a kind. Knowing the ins and outs of everyday lives of black people across America will help the human experience.

Tracing Glass tells a living history of how Birmingham-born Edward Burne-Jones’ collaboration with William Morris birthed a masterpiece that mirrors the world we live in. The stained glass windows of the renowned Pre-Raphaelite artists not only reflect the politics and history of their times, but also those of our own. Join hosts Olivia Agbe and Rumbidzai Savanhu as they journey through time to uncover how art can uplift communities. Each episode will invite you to see yourself reflected in the windows as the hosts explore the brilliance of unity and difference.