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How People Survived the Wild West
In this episode, we break down what it actually took to survive life in the Wild West, from harsh environments and dangerous towns to the daily skill…
1 month, 1 week ago
Why It Sucked to Be a Medieval Herald
In this episode, we explore the surprisingly difficult and sometimes dangerous life of a medieval herald. We'll uncover the challenges, responsibilit…
1 month, 2 weeks ago
What Ancient Egypt Junk Food Was Like
In this episode, we explore what junk food looked like in Ancient Egypt and the snacks people craved thousands of years ago. We break down the sweet …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
What Life Was Like in Judea During the Time of Jesus
In this episode, we explore what everyday life was like in Judea during the time of Jesus under Roman rule. We look at daily work, religious traditio…
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Your Life as a Roman Gladiator
In this episode, we explore the harsh realities of gladiator life in ancient Rome, from forced enrollment and rigorous training to the constant threa…
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Why It Sucked to Be a Medieval "Dentist"
In this episode, we explore the world of the medieval tooth-drawer, a skilled craftsperson managing dental pain without modern medicine. We learn abo…
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Normal Behaviors That Were Signs of Mental Illness in Medieval Times
In this episode, we slowly explore how everyday behaviors like grief, introversion, vivid dreams, epilepsy, and mood swings were once misunderstood a…
2 months ago
Why You Wouldn't Last A Day in Ancient Egypt | History for Sleep
In this episode, we explore the stark reality of daily life in Ancient Egypt, contrasting the popular idealized image with the challenging, often har…
2 months ago
Inside Japan’s Decision to Surrender
In this episode, we analyze how Hiroshima and Nagasaki influenced Japan’s leadership. We explain why surrender became unavoidable after the bombings.…
3 months ago
The Hidden Cities Behind the Atomic Bomb
In this episode, we reveal how entire cities were built in secret to support the atomic bomb. In this episode, we explain how workers often had no id…
3 months ago