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CLASSIC: The 1904 Racist Summer Olympic Games in St. Louis
A few years after Baron Pierre de Coubertin revived the ancient sporting event known as the Olympics, he brought the games to the U.S. for the first time. The 1904 Summer Olympics were held in St. Lo…
Published on 11 months, 1 week ago
The Ridiculously Ambitious History of the World's Fair, Part Two: Things Don't Always Work Out
On paper -- and, often, in practice -- the world's fair is an astonishing global showcase of groundbreaking innovations. However, as Ben, Noel and Max discover in the second part of this two-part ser…
Published on 11 months, 2 weeks ago
The Ridiculously Ambitious History of the World's Fair, Part One: A Crazy Plan, and Crazy Success
Have you ever dreamed of going to a science fair as an adult? If so, the world's fair is for you -- these massive international exhibitions occur around the world, usually running for three to six mo…
Published on 11 months, 2 weeks ago
CLASSIC: Why British Soccer Players Saluted the Nazis
As global tensions grew to a breaking point in the lead-up to World War II, European nations used every available avenue to pursue their goals, including the propagandistic power of sporting events. …
Published on 11 months, 2 weeks ago
How Dogs Went Domestic, Part Two: Yes, Dogs Know What You're Thinking
Imagine: at multiple points in history, despite their ecological rivalry, a few humans and a few wolves teamed up for a greater good. Fast forward thousands of years, and boom: dogs. Also, modern hum…
Published on 11 months, 3 weeks ago
How Dogs Went Domestic, Part One: Classic Rom-Com
Most folks agree: dogs are awesome. So, how did ancient humans and wolves end up hanging out in the first place? In the first part of this two-part episode, the guys explore the ridiculous, inspiring…
Published on 11 months, 3 weeks ago
CLASSIC: Why don't Americans use bidets?
Whether you're royalty or a roaming vagrant, a President or a pauper, one thing's for sure: At some point, you'll have to use the restroom. While sanitation isn't often brought up in polite conversat…
Published on 11 months, 3 weeks ago
CLASSIC: The Earliest Recorded Mooning Killed Thousands
You've heard of mooning -- the practice of bearing one's butt as an insult -- but where did it come from? Join Ben and Noel as they dive into the deadly story of the world's first recorded mooning, a…
Published on 11 months, 4 weeks ago
The Story of Claudette Colvin, with Nimene Wureh
While most people today already know the inspiring story of Rosa Parks and her pivotal role in the Montgomery Bus Riots, a lot of folks still don't know the story of Claudette Colvin, a 15-year-old a…
Published on 1 year ago
CLASSIC: How did Fido become the default name for dogs?
If you're like most English speakers, the first thing you think of when you hear the name "Fido" is, of course, a dog. But why? Join Ben and Noel as they delve into the story of Abraham Lincoln's fav…
Published on 1 year ago