http://www.howstuffworks.com Why are there rats in India's Karni Mata Rat Temple? Who was Vladimir the Great? Join Holly and Tracy as they bring you the greatest and strangest Stuff You Missed In History Class in this podcast by HowStuffWorks.com. en-us Copyright 2011 HowStuffWorks.com Wed, 22 May 2013 12:06:19 -0400 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) 60 Society & Culture: History http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/symhc-logo.jpg http://www.howstuffworks.com podcast@howstuffworks.com HowStuffWorks.com HowStuffWorks.com no how stuff works, howstuffworks, how it works, history, stuff Stuff You Missed in History Class Why are there rats in India's Karni Mata Rat Temple? Who was Vladimir the Great? Join Holly and Tracy as they bring you the greatest and strangest Stuff You Missed In History Class in this podcast by HowStuffWorks.com. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-05-22-symhc-vladimir-the-great.mp3 "Vladimir I is often credited with bringing Christianity to Russia, though he actually embraced paganism first as Grand Prince of Kievan Rus. Wishing to unite Russia under one religion, Vladimir changed the spiritual path of his country forever. " Wed, 22 May 2013 12:04:44 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-05-22-symhc-vladimir-the-great.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, tracy v. wilson, holly frey, russia, vladimir, pagan, greek orthodox, grand prince, kievan rus, christianity 00:22:27 "Vladimir I is often credited with bringing Christianity to Russia, though he actually embraced paganism first as Grand Prince of Kievan Rus. Wishing to unite Russia under one religion, Vladimir changed the spiritual path of his country forever. " HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-05-20-symhc-rat-temple.mp3 Though it's most famous for its rats, the story of this temple starts with Hindu goddess Durga and Karni Mata, a 15th-century mystic believed to be her incarnation. The reason for the rats in Karni Mata's temple is a combination of legend and devotion. Mon, 20 May 2013 11:00:45 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-05-20-symhc-rat-temple.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, tracy v. wilson, holly frey, hindu religion, karni mata, rat temple, indian history, deshnoke, history of bikaner, medieval mysticism 00:27:37 Though it's most famous for its rats, the story of this temple starts with Hindu goddess Durga and Karni Mata, a 15th-century mystic believed to be her incarnation. The reason for the rats in Karni Mata's temple is a combination of legend and devotion. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-05-15-symhc-empress-cixi.mp3 After becoming a concubine for Emperor Xianfeng at the age of 16, Cixi rose to power when he died and her young son inherited the throne. She governed China from behind a screen for more than 45 years, and eventually sealed the fate of the Qing Dynasty. Wed, 15 May 2013 11:51:31 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-05-15-symhc-empress-cixi.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, tracy v. wilson, holly frey, chinese history, cixi, quing dynasty 00:23:25 After becoming a concubine for Emperor Xianfeng at the age of 16, Cixi rose to power when he died and her young son inherited the throne. She governed China from behind a screen for more than 45 years, and eventually sealed the fate of the Qing Dynasty. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-05-13-symhc-cannibalism-at-jamestown.mp3 On May 1, 2013, forensic evidence confirmed what survivors had reported: Colonists at Jamestown resorted to cannibalism during the winter of 1609-1610, known as the Starving Time. But the colony of Jamestown was troubled from the start. Mon, 13 May 2013 11:38:43 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-05-13-symhc-cannibalism-at-jamestown.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, tracy v. wilson, holly frey, jamestown, starving time, cannibalism, virginia company, forensic anthropology 00:24:22 On May 1, 2013, forensic evidence confirmed what survivors had reported: Colonists at Jamestown resorted to cannibalism during the winter of 1609-1610, known as the Starving Time. But the colony of Jamestown was troubled from the start. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-05-08-symhc-cat-domestication.mp3 The human culture shift to an agricultural lifestyle started the domestication of animals. Cats naturally moved in to help with rodents. Today, there are 600 million cats living with humans, and another estimated 600 million living independent of people. Wed, 08 May 2013 16:35:24 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-05-08-symhc-cat-domestication.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, tracy, holly, feline, domestication of cats, how were cats domesticated, cats 00:27:26 The human culture shift to an agricultural lifestyle started the domestication of animals. Cats naturally moved in to help with rodents. Today, there are 600 million cats living with humans, and another estimated 600 million living independent of people. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-05-06-symhc-hindenburg.mp3 The Hindenburg tragedy is one of the world’s most infamous air disasters, but the dirigible had many successful flights prior to its final voyage, including 10 round trips between Germany and the U.S. Tune in to learn more. Mon, 06 May 2013 17:55:46 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-05-06-symhc-hindenburg.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, holly, hindenburg, airship, air disaster, dirigible, hindenburg disaster, what happened to the hindenburg 00:35:40 The Hindenburg tragedy is one of the world’s most infamous air disasters, but the dirigible had many successful flights prior to its final voyage, including 10 round trips between Germany and the U.S. Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-05-01-symhc-steede-bonnet.mp3 In 1717, Stede Bonnet left his family and became a pirate. Despite having no seafaring experience, Bonnet’s brief career as a pirate was eventful, including a stint aboard Blackbeard’s ship and raids along the Atlantic coast of North America. Wed, 01 May 2013 18:37:01 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-05-01-symhc-steede-bonnet.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, holly, tracy, stede bonnet, gentleman pirate, piracy, barbados, who was the gentleman pirate, stede bonnet 00:24:57 In 1717, Stede Bonnet left his family and became a pirate. Despite having no seafaring experience, Bonnet’s brief career as a pirate was eventful, including a stint aboard Blackbeard’s ship and raids along the Atlantic coast of North America. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-04-29-symhc-sarah-emma-edmunds.mp3 Though she was Canadian, Sarah Emma Edmonds fought for the Union during the Civil War. She adopted the name Franklin Thompson while traveling. Disguised as a man, she enlisted and began a career as a nurse, courier and spy (if you believe her memoir). Mon, 29 Apr 2013 16:55:25 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-04-29-symhc-sarah-emma-edmunds.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, tracy, holly, sarah emma edmunds, canadian history, civil war history, franklin thompson 00:31:17 Though she was Canadian, Sarah Emma Edmonds fought for the Union during the Civil War. She adopted the name Franklin Thompson while traveling. Disguised as a man, she enlisted and began a career as a nurse, courier and spy (if you believe her memoir). HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-04-24-symhc-glass-piano.mp3 Princess Alexandra Amelie of Bavaria was part of the House of Wittelsbach. The princess was frail, and she exhibited unusual behavior. She told her parents that she had swallowed a glass piano as a child, and was afraid that she would shatter. Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:04:55 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-04-24-symhc-glass-piano.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, holly, tracy, princess alexandra amelia of bavaria, house of wittelsbach, history 00:23:36 Princess Alexandra Amelie of Bavaria was part of the House of Wittelsbach. The princess was frail, and she exhibited unusual behavior. She told her parents that she had swallowed a glass piano as a child, and was afraid that she would shatter. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-04-22-symhc-johann-beringer.mp3 In 1725, Beringer was the University of Würzburg's chair of natural history and chief physician to the prince bishop. He was also unpopular, and some of his colleagues sought to discredit him. There are two versions of the story -- but which is true? Mon, 22 Apr 2013 15:54:02 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-04-22-symhc-johann-beringer.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, holly, johan beringer, fossils, university of wurzburg, hoax, european history, famous fossils 00:24:09 In 1725, Beringer was the University of Würzburg's chair of natural history and chief physician to the prince bishop. He was also unpopular, and some of his colleagues sought to discredit him. There are two versions of the story -- but which is true? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-04-17-symhc-loving-vs-virginia-part-2.mp3 Mildred and Richard Loving's relationship went all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court when they were arrested for breaking Virginia’s anti-miscegenation laws. On June 20, 1963, Mildred wrote a letter to the ACLU asking for help. Tune in to learn more. Wed, 17 Apr 2013 15:36:31 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-04-17-symhc-loving-vs-virginia-part-2.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, tracy, holly, loving versus virginia, miscengenation, race relations, supreme court history, racism in the united states, constitutional history 00:28:24 Mildred and Richard Loving's relationship went all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court when they were arrested for breaking Virginia’s anti-miscegenation laws. On June 20, 1963, Mildred wrote a letter to the ACLU asking for help. Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-04-15-symhc-loving-vs-virginia-part-1.mp3 Mildred and Richard Loving's relationship went all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court when they were arrested for breaking Virginia’s anti-miscegenation laws. On June 20, 1963, Mildred wrote a letter to the ACLU asking for help. Tune in to learn more. Mon, 15 Apr 2013 17:37:18 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-04-15-symhc-loving-vs-virginia-part-1.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, tracy, holly, loving v. virginia, miscengenation, supreme court history, racism, mixed-race relationships 00:23:26 Mildred and Richard Loving's relationship went all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court when they were arrested for breaking Virginia’s anti-miscegenation laws. On June 20, 1963, Mildred wrote a letter to the ACLU asking for help. Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-04-10-symhc-happy-birthday.mp3 When teachers Mildred and Patty Hill's song “Good Morning to All” was published in 1893, there was no public performance right for songs. After the tune was paired with the birthday lyrics, its popularity soared and sparked a tremendous copyright battle. Wed, 10 Apr 2013 13:48:39 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-04-10-symhc-happy-birthday.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, tracy, holly, happy birthday, good morning to all, copyright history, intellectual property laws, happy birthday song, mildred hill, patty hill 00:29:45 When teachers Mildred and Patty Hill's song “Good Morning to All” was published in 1893, there was no public performance right for songs. After the tune was paired with the birthday lyrics, its popularity soared and sparked a tremendous copyright battle. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-04-08-symhc-origin-of-cheeses.mp3 Cheese has been around for more than 9,000 years. But how did humans learn to make it? Journey with Tracy and Holly to ancient Anatolia, where, people had begun to store milk in pottery and take other steps that set the stage for this delicious invention. Mon, 08 Apr 2013 16:40:25 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-04-08-symhc-origin-of-cheeses.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, tracy, holly, cheese, anatolia, history of cheese, evolution of cheese, turkey, dairy history 00:40:36 Cheese has been around for more than 9,000 years. But how did humans learn to make it? Journey with Tracy and Holly to ancient Anatolia, where, people had begun to store milk in pottery and take other steps that set the stage for this delicious invention. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-04-03-symhc-albert-j-tirrell.mp3 On Oct. 27, 1845 Mary Ann Bickford’s body was found in her Boston boardinghouse room. Her paramour Albert J. Tirrell was eventually charged with murder. Tirrell hired Rufus Choate to defend him, and Choate claimed his client had episodes of somnambulism. Wed, 03 Apr 2013 16:07:50 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-04-03-symhc-albert-j-tirrell.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, tracy, holly, albert tirrell, sleepwalking, somnambulism, mary ann bickford, murder, us legal history 00:30:53 On Oct. 27, 1845 Mary Ann Bickford’s body was found in her Boston boardinghouse room. Her paramour Albert J. Tirrell was eventually charged with murder. Tirrell hired Rufus Choate to defend him, and Choate claimed his client had episodes of somnambulism. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-04-01-symhc-rabbit-proof-fence.mp3 Many English settlers brought animals and plants to Australia, including rabbits. The rabbit population exploded, and rabbit-controlling fences were started by the 1880s. Work on the State Barrier Fence began in 1901, and it's still maintained today. Mon, 01 Apr 2013 17:31:58 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-04-01-symhc-rabbit-proof-fence.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, tracy, holly, rabbits, australia, rabbit-proof fence, state barrier fence, invasive species, australian history 00:19:39 Many English settlers brought animals and plants to Australia, including rabbits. The rabbit population exploded, and rabbit-controlling fences were started by the 1880s. Work on the State Barrier Fence began in 1901, and it's still maintained today. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-03-30-symhc-emu-war.mp3 After World War I, Australian and British soldiers moved to rural Australia. In 1932, about 20,000 emus began making their way through Campion and Walgoolan, severely damaging wheat farms. The military tried to help, but may have just made things worse. Fri, 29 Mar 2013 19:18:10 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-03-30-symhc-emu-war.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, holly, tracy, emu war, australia, australian history, ecology, emus, marsupials, 00:26:45 After World War I, Australian and British soldiers moved to rural Australia. In 1932, about 20,000 emus began making their way through Campion and Walgoolan, severely damaging wheat farms. The military tried to help, but may have just made things worse. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-03-27-symhc-sewing-machines.mp3 The mechanization of stitching happened by way a series of inventions, several of which finally came together. Though Elias Howe is often credited with inventing the sewing machine, his invention had more to do with the combination of existing ideas. Wed, 27 Mar 2013 18:06:31 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-03-27-symhc-sewing-machines.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, tracy, holly, sewing machines, elias howe, isaac singer, sewing, industrial revolution, invention, patent war 00:41:39 The mechanization of stitching happened by way a series of inventions, several of which finally came together. Though Elias Howe is often credited with inventing the sewing machine, his invention had more to do with the combination of existing ideas. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-03-25-symhc-goody-garlic.mp3 Decades before the Salem trials, an East Hampton woman was tried for witchcraft. Before Lion Gardiner's daughter died, she accused Goody Garlick of bewitching her. Goody Garlick had hearings in two towns, during which she was accused of other bewitchings. Mon, 25 Mar 2013 17:41:52 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-03-25-symhc-goody-garlic.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, tracy, holly, goody garlick, lion gardiner, witchcraft, salem witch trials, east hampton 00:41:49 Decades before the Salem trials, an East Hampton woman was tried for witchcraft. Before Lion Gardiner's daughter died, she accused Goody Garlick of bewitching her. Goody Garlick had hearings in two towns, during which she was accused of other bewitchings. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-03-20-symhc-chief-seattle.mp3 The Suquamish chief is best remembered for a speech he gave upon discovering that Governor Stevens wanted land to build a railroad. However, the speech’s origins are nebulous (and in some quotations completely fabricated). Tune in to learn. Wed, 20 Mar 2013 16:19:42 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-03-20-symhc-chief-seattle.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, tracy, holly, suquamish, chief seattle, native american history, puget sound, transcontinental railroad 00:41:30 The Suquamish chief is best remembered for a speech he gave upon discovering that Governor Stevens wanted land to build a railroad. However, the speech’s origins are nebulous (and in some quotations completely fabricated). Tune in to learn. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-03-18-symhc-johnny-appleseed.mp3 The image of Johnny Appleseed walking around in rags, barefooted with a bindle, planting apple trees and moving on is actually pretty accurate. Join Holly and Tracy to learn how John Chapman struck out for the frontier and became an American legend. Mon, 18 Mar 2013 17:50:54 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-03-18-symhc-johnny-appleseed.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, tracy, holly, johnny appleseed, john chapman, apples, us history, agriculture 00:38:18 The image of Johnny Appleseed walking around in rags, barefooted with a bindle, planting apple trees and moving on is actually pretty accurate. Join Holly and Tracy to learn how John Chapman struck out for the frontier and became an American legend. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-03-13-symhc-voynich-manuscript.mp3 The Voynich manuscript is named after Wilfrid Voynich, who acquired it in 1912 from a Jesuit library. There are many theories as to what this book from the 1400s contains, but no one knows whether it’s a cypher text, a lost language or gibberish. Wed, 13 Mar 2013 17:42:59 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-03-13-symhc-voynich-manuscript.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, holly, tracy, voynich manuscript, jesuit, wilfrid voynich, historical mystery 00:26:15 The Voynich manuscript is named after Wilfrid Voynich, who acquired it in 1912 from a Jesuit library. There are many theories as to what this book from the 1400s contains, but no one knows whether it’s a cypher text, a lost language or gibberish. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-03-11-symhc-marjery-kempe.mp3 Born in the 1300s, Margery had 14 children with her husband before dedicating her life to God. In her 40s, she began a vision-inspired pilgrimage to visit holy sites, and these travels became the basis for her spiritual autobiography, Mon, 11 Mar 2013 16:32:09 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-03-11-symhc-marjery-kempe.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, tracy, holly, the book of margery kempe, margery kempe, pilgrimage, spiritual autobiography, middle ages, european history 00:47:36 Born in the 1300s, Margery had 14 children with her husband before dedicating her life to God. In her 40s, she began a vision-inspired pilgrimage to visit holy sites, and these travels became the basis for her spiritual autobiography, HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-03-06-symhc-real-al-swearengen-part-2.mp3 While Al Swearengen's notoriety comes from his famous saloon, his early experiences all informed his later life. Join Tracy and Holly as they examine the life and times of Al Swearengen in the second part of this series. Wed, 06 Mar 2013 15:27:48 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-03-06-symhc-real-al-swearengen-part-2.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, tracy, holly, al swearengen, black hills gold rush, dead wood, gold rush history, us history 00:39:43 While Al Swearengen's notoriety comes from his famous saloon, his early experiences all informed his later life. Join Tracy and Holly as they examine the life and times of Al Swearengen in the second part of this series. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-03-04-symhc-real-al-swearengen-part-1.mp3 Al Swearengen has become a widely-recognized figure in the time of the Black Hills gold rush. While his notoriety comes from his famous saloon, his early experiences as a pioneer child, 100-days man and apprentice barkeep all informed his later life. Mon, 04 Mar 2013 16:35:18 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-03-04-symhc-real-al-swearengen-part-1.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, holly, al swearengen, black hills, gold rush, deadwood, hbo, us history 00:26:57 Al Swearengen has become a widely-recognized figure in the time of the Black Hills gold rush. While his notoriety comes from his famous saloon, his early experiences as a pioneer child, 100-days man and apprentice barkeep all informed his later life. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-02-27-symhc-richard-third.mp3 In 2013, experts identified the remains of King Richard III, one of England's most notorious rulers. Shakespeare wrote the king as a nephew-killing, hunchbacked villain, but Richard's real life was a complicated mixture of ambition, ruthlessness and fear. Wed, 27 Feb 2013 11:28:00 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-02-27-symhc-richard-third.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, holly, richard third, richard iii, english history, shakespeare, body of king richard 00:56:34 In 2013, experts identified the remains of King Richard III, one of England's most notorious rulers. Shakespeare wrote the king as a nephew-killing, hunchbacked villain, but Richard's real life was a complicated mixture of ambition, ruthlessness and fear. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-02-25-symhc-pope-benedict.mp3 Long before Benedict XVI’s resignation, Benedict IX resigned. Benedict IX was one of the youngest (and most notorious) men ever to become pope, and his abuse of power was legendary. He became pope three times and sold the title at one point. Mon, 25 Feb 2013 13:12:15 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-02-25-symhc-pope-benedict.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, holly, pope benedict xvi, benedict ix, papacy, pope, papal history, catholicism, vatican scandal 00:41:42 Long before Benedict XVI’s resignation, Benedict IX resigned. Benedict IX was one of the youngest (and most notorious) men ever to become pope, and his abuse of power was legendary. He became pope three times and sold the title at one point. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-02-20-symhc-pablo-fanque-fair.mp3 The Victorian age offered few opportunities for Black-Britons, making Pablo Fanque's circus all the more impressive. Born William Darby, he was a talented equestrian performer, acrobat and show-runner. In fact, one Fanque's playbills inspired John Lennon. Wed, 20 Feb 2013 15:43:40 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-02-20-symhc-pablo-fanque-fair.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, holly, pablo fanque, victorian history, circus, william darby, uk history` 00:40:19 The Victorian age offered few opportunities for Black-Britons, making Pablo Fanque's circus all the more impressive. Born William Darby, he was a talented equestrian performer, acrobat and show-runner. In fact, one Fanque's playbills inspired John Lennon. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-02-18-symhc-okichi-tragic-geisha.mp3 Okichi's story is filled with embellishment and hazy details. Sent to serve Townsend Harris, the first U.S. Consul to Japan, she was shunned after Harris left. Yet Okichi is now honored with an annual festival and has become a national symbol. Mon, 18 Feb 2013 12:31:44 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-02-18-symhc-okichi-tragic-geisha.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, holly, geisha, okichi, townsend harris, us-japan history 00:35:05 Okichi's story is filled with embellishment and hazy details. Sent to serve Townsend Harris, the first U.S. Consul to Japan, she was shunned after Harris left. Yet Okichi is now honored with an annual festival and has become a national symbol. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-02-13-symhc-walter-potter.mp3 By the time he was 19, Potter had preserved and mounted 98 birds. In 1880, his work had grown to a point where it had to be moved to a building, which became his museum. Potter’s museum collection continues to enthrall collectors and enthusiasts. Wed, 13 Feb 2013 16:43:05 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-02-13-symhc-walter-potter.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, holly, walter potter, birds, bird museum, taxidermy, potter museum 00:42:30 By the time he was 19, Potter had preserved and mounted 98 birds. In 1880, his work had grown to a point where it had to be moved to a building, which became his museum. Potter’s museum collection continues to enthrall collectors and enthusiasts. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-02-11-symhc-fitzgeralds.mp3 A week after releasing his debut novel, F. Scott Fitzgerald married Southern Belle Zelda Sayre. But Fitzgerald's drinking and Zelda's mental state led to fights, debt and writers' block. Join Sarah and Holly as they trace the lives of F. Scott and Zelda. Mon, 11 Feb 2013 14:07:34 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-02-11-symhc-fitzgeralds.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, holly, fitzgerald, f scott fitzgerald, zelda fitzgerald, gilded age, 1920s, literary history 00:54:35 A week after releasing his debut novel, F. Scott Fitzgerald married Southern Belle Zelda Sayre. But Fitzgerald's drinking and Zelda's mental state led to fights, debt and writers' block. Join Sarah and Holly as they trace the lives of F. Scott and Zelda. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-02-06-symhc-nikola-tesla-part-2-revisit.mp3 By 1887, Nikola Tesla secured seven patents for components of his alternating current system. In 1888, George Westinghouse offered to hire Tesla to develop the AC system, and that’s when the Current War really got underway. Wed, 06 Feb 2013 14:21:21 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-02-06-symhc-nikola-tesla-part-2-revisit.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, nikola tesla, war of the currents, thomas edison, alternating current, electricity 00:28:46 By 1887, Nikola Tesla secured seven patents for components of his alternating current system. In 1888, George Westinghouse offered to hire Tesla to develop the AC system, and that’s when the Current War really got underway. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-02-04-symhc-nikola-tesla-part-1-revisit.mp3 In 1857 Nikola Tesla began work on direct current motor issues. In 1884, he approached Thomas Edison with ideas about alternating current, but Edison championed direct current. Their disagreement led to one of history's most famous scientific rivalries. Mon, 04 Feb 2013 15:21:52 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-02-04-symhc-nikola-tesla-part-1-revisit.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, nikola tesla, war of the currents, thomas edison, invention, us history, electricity 00:17:48 In 1857 Nikola Tesla began work on direct current motor issues. In 1884, he approached Thomas Edison with ideas about alternating current, but Edison championed direct current. Their disagreement led to one of history's most famous scientific rivalries. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-01-30-symhc-booth-conspiracy.mp3 Most people know the story of President Lincoln's assassination, but what happened afterward? In this podcast, we cover John Wilkes Booth’s escape, his co-conspirators' attacks against other officials and the strange connections between Booth and Lincoln. Wed, 30 Jan 2013 11:44:55 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-01-30-symhc-booth-conspiracy.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, booth, abraham lincoln, lincoln assassination, john wilkes booth, booth conspiracy 00:28:52 Most people know the story of President Lincoln's assassination, but what happened afterward? In this podcast, we cover John Wilkes Booth’s escape, his co-conspirators' attacks against other officials and the strange connections between Booth and Lincoln. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-01-28-symhc-db-cooper.mp3 In 1971, a man calling himself Dan Cooper hijacked Northwest Orient Airlines flight 305. He received a ransom of $200,000 -- and then jumped out in midair. Over the years, the FBI has searched for Cooper with little luck. Tune in to learn more. Mon, 28 Jan 2013 15:16:04 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-01-28-symhc-db-cooper.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, db cooper, fbi, hijacker, criminals that got away, northwest orient airlines 00:19:53 In 1971, a man calling himself Dan Cooper hijacked Northwest Orient Airlines flight 305. He received a ransom of $200,000 -- and then jumped out in midair. Over the years, the FBI has searched for Cooper with little luck. Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-01-23-symhc-5-war-dogs.mp3 Dogs have been used in war for a long time and are still used today. In this episode, Sarah and Deblina look at five war dogs known for their strength, loyalty and intelligence. Tune in to learn more about war dogs from World War I through Vietnam. Wed, 23 Jan 2013 14:42:49 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-01-23-symhc-5-war-dogs.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, war dogs, 5 historical war dogs, canines, dog history 00:27:58 Dogs have been used in war for a long time and are still used today. In this episode, Sarah and Deblina look at five war dogs known for their strength, loyalty and intelligence. Tune in to learn more about war dogs from World War I through Vietnam. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-01-21-symhc-ned-kelly-last-stand.mp3 Ned Kelly's cropped up in the news again, but who was he? The bushranger Ned Kelly became an outlaw in 1878, and his gang successfully conducted several raids. Tune in to learn why many Australians think of him as a folk hero in this classic episode. Mon, 21 Jan 2013 14:17:44 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-01-21-symhc-ned-kelly-last-stand.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, ned kelly, bushranger, australia, outlaw, australian history, folk heroes 00:20:46 Ned Kelly's cropped up in the news again, but who was he? The bushranger Ned Kelly became an outlaw in 1878, and his gang successfully conducted several raids. Tune in to learn why many Australians think of him as a folk hero in this classic episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-01-16-symhc-historical-hoaxes.mp3 Historical hoaxes are surprisingly common. For example, a N.Y. cigar maker once commissioned a gypsum skeleton to pass off as a 10-foot-tall petrified man called the Cardiff Giant. Join Deblina and Sarah as they explore history's most successful hoaxes. Wed, 16 Jan 2013 15:40:39 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-01-16-symhc-historical-hoaxes.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, historical hoaxes, cardiff giant, piltdown man, fraud 00:33:17 Historical hoaxes are surprisingly common. For example, a N.Y. cigar maker once commissioned a gypsum skeleton to pass off as a 10-foot-tall petrified man called the Cardiff Giant. Join Deblina and Sarah as they explore history's most successful hoaxes. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-01-14-symhc-great-stink-stamps.mp3 By the 1840s, London faced a sanitation crisis. One summer the stench of the Thames drove Parliament to soak their curtains in lime, an experience that led to funding for a modern sewer system. Tune in to learn about modern toilets, germ theory and more. Mon, 14 Jan 2013 14:36:41 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-01-14-symhc-great-stink.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, sanitation, british history, great stink 1858, victorian london, hygiene, pollution 00:29:42 By the 1840s, London faced a sanitation crisis. One summer the stench of the Thames drove Parliament to soak their curtains in lime, an experience that led to funding for a modern sewer system. Tune in to learn about modern toilets, germ theory and more. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-01-09-symhc-bone-wars-part-2.mp3 In Part 2 of this podcast, we examine the tactics rival paleontologists Edward Drinker Cope and Othniel Charles Marsh used in their battle to achieve preeminence. Ultimately, the men took their war to D.C. and the press. In the end, did either win? Wed, 09 Jan 2013 15:29:14 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-01-09-symhc-bone-wars-part-2.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, bone war, edward drinker cope, othniel charles marsh, archaeology, scientific rivalry, us history 00:31:20 In Part 2 of this podcast, we examine the tactics rival paleontologists Edward Drinker Cope and Othniel Charles Marsh used in their battle to achieve preeminence. Ultimately, the men took their war to D.C. and the press. In the end, did either win? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-01-07-symhc-james-armistead.mp3 James Armistead was a slave in Virginia, but got his master's approval to enlist when the Revolutionary War came. Armistead worked as a spy, and his story is one of many free and enslaved African-Americans who fought in the Revolutionary War. Mon, 07 Jan 2013 13:26:32 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-01-07-symhc-james-armistead.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, james armistead, revolutionary war, marquis de lafayette, espionage, spies, war 00:23:36 James Armistead was a slave in Virginia, but got his master's approval to enlist when the Revolutionary War came. Armistead worked as a spy, and his story is one of many free and enslaved African-Americans who fought in the Revolutionary War. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-01-02-symhc-symhc-unearthed-2012-part-2.mp3 In the second part of this annual episode, we cover historical discoveries made in 2012, from evidence of vampire burials in Bulgaria to discoveries of ancient temples and more. Tune in to learn more about the exciting archaeological discoveries of 2012. Wed, 02 Jan 2013 14:13:44 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2013-01-02-symhc-symhc-unearthed-2012-part-2.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, historical news 2012, bulgaria, vampire grave, maya, mayan temple, archaeology 00:20:09 In the second part of this annual episode, we cover historical discoveries made in 2012, from evidence of vampire burials in Bulgaria to discoveries of ancient temples and more. Tune in to learn more about the exciting archaeological discoveries of 2012. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-12-31-symhc-bone-wars-part-1.mp3 In this two-part podcast, we explore the rivalry between paleontologists Edward Drinker Cope and Othniel Charles Marsh. Marsh was a farmer's son and Cope grew up in a wealthy household. The two started out as friends, but their friendship soon soured. Mon, 31 Dec 2012 12:20:17 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-12-31-symhc-bone-wars-part-1.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, bone wars, paleontology, paleontologists, edward cope, othniel marsh, fossils, rivalry 00:20:46 In this two-part podcast, we explore the rivalry between paleontologists Edward Drinker Cope and Othniel Charles Marsh. Marsh was a farmer's son and Cope grew up in a wealthy household. The two started out as friends, but their friendship soon soured. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-12-26-symhc-symhc-unearthed-2012-part-1.mp3 In this episode, we look back on some of the biggest historical news of 2012s. Tune in to learn how researchers revealed new theories regarding mercury’s involvement in Tycho Brahe’s death, and startling insights into the Great Wall of China. Wed, 26 Dec 2012 10:59:00 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-12-26-symhc-symhc-unearthed-2012-part-1.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, historical news 2012, great wall of china, tycho brahe 00:22:34 In this episode, we look back on some of the biggest historical news of 2012s. Tune in to learn how researchers revealed new theories regarding mercury’s involvement in Tycho Brahe’s death, and startling insights into the Great Wall of China. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-12-24-symhc-king-wenceslas.mp3 King Wenceslas is best known as a Christmas carol, but he was a real 10th-century Bohemian prince. Wenceslas was known for his kindness to children and promotion of Christianity, but he was murdered at only 22. Listen in to learn more about the Good King. Fri, 21 Dec 2012 12:42:18 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-12-24-symhc-king-wenceslas.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, good king wenceslas, christmas carol, christmas history, bohemia 00:19:57 King Wenceslas is best known as a Christmas carol, but he was a real 10th-century Bohemian prince. Wenceslas was known for his kindness to children and promotion of Christianity, but he was murdered at only 22. Listen in to learn more about the Good King. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-12-19-symhc-juana-castile-part-2.mp3 In this second part of our series, Juana has become her mother’s unlikely heir. Just a few years after inheriting Castile, she is declared insane and imprisoned. But was she actually mad? And why didn’t her son free her when he came to power? Wed, 19 Dec 2012 14:36:14 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-12-19-symhc-juana-castile-part-2.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, juana castile, juana la loca, juana the mad, ferdinand and isabella 00:35:21 In this second part of our series, Juana has become her mother’s unlikely heir. Just a few years after inheriting Castile, she is declared insane and imprisoned. But was she actually mad? And why didn’t her son free her when he came to power? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-12-17-symhc-subterranean-cities.mp3 In this episode, Sarah and Deblina take a world tour of some of the world's most ancient, mysterious and historically influential underground cities. Listen in to learn more about subterranean cities around the globe. Mon, 17 Dec 2012 15:25:23 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-12-17-symhc-subterranean-cities.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, subterranean cities, petra, underground city, world history 00:30:31 In this episode, Sarah and Deblina take a world tour of some of the world's most ancient, mysterious and historically influential underground cities. Listen in to learn more about subterranean cities around the globe. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-12-12-symhc-juana-castile-part-1.mp3 Juana of Castile has gone down in history as “Juana la Loca." But Juana’s mental state was likely not as bad as it seemed. Was she instead the victim of conniving relatives? In this episode, we discuss Juana’s youth, her marriage and more. Wed, 12 Dec 2012 12:59:51 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-12-12-symhc-juana-castile-part-1.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, juana castile, joana la loca, juana the mad 00:26:46 Juana of Castile has gone down in history as “Juana la Loca." But Juana’s mental state was likely not as bad as it seemed. Was she instead the victim of conniving relatives? In this episode, we discuss Juana’s youth, her marriage and more. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-12-10-symhc-jamestown-flood.mp3 On May 31, 1889, the South Fork dam gave way, sending 20 million tons of water rushing toward Johnstown, Pennsylvania. The water swept up everything in its path, and it only took about 10 minutes to wash away Johnstown. But was nature solely to blame? Mon, 10 Dec 2012 17:24:54 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-12-10-symhc-jamestown-flood.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, johnstown flood, south fork dam, us history, pennsylvania, disasters 00:22:40 On May 31, 1889, the South Fork dam gave way, sending 20 million tons of water rushing toward Johnstown, Pennsylvania. The water swept up everything in its path, and it only took about 10 minutes to wash away Johnstown. But was nature solely to blame? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-12-05-symhc-quannah-parker-part-2.mp3 In this episode, we tell the story of Cynthia Ann Parker's son, the Comanche war chief Quanah Parker. Quanah led Comanche forces until his defeat at Adobe Walls. He then encouraged his people to settle on the reservation, refusing to sacrifice his culture. Wed, 05 Dec 2012 15:21:09 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-12-05-symhc-quannah-parker-part-2.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, quanah parker, comanche, us history, cynthia ann, native american 00:29:02 In this episode, we tell the story of Cynthia Ann Parker's son, the Comanche war chief Quanah Parker. Quanah led Comanche forces until his defeat at Adobe Walls. He then encouraged his people to settle on the reservation, refusing to sacrifice his culture. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-12-03-symhc-mutiny-bounty-update.mp3 In an update to this podcast about the mutiny that took place aboard the HMS Bounty in 1789, we discuss the fate of the replica Bounty made in 1962. During Hurricane Sandy, the Bounty was headed from Connecticut to Florida. But what happened next? Mon, 03 Dec 2012 18:30:17 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-12-03-symhc-mutiny-bounty-update.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, hms bounty, mutiny on the bounty, hurricane sandy 00:33:06 In an update to this podcast about the mutiny that took place aboard the HMS Bounty in 1789, we discuss the fate of the replica Bounty made in 1962. During Hurricane Sandy, the Bounty was headed from Connecticut to Florida. But what happened next? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-11-28-symhc-quanah-parker-part-1.mp3 A Comanche raiding party kidnapped Cynthia Ann when she was 9 years old. She lived with Comanche parents, marrying a war chief and having children. But her family never stopped searching for her. As word of her story spread, her son Quanah rose to power. Wed, 28 Nov 2012 17:09:42 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-11-28-symhc-quanah-parker-part-1.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, quanah parker, comanche, us history, cynthia ann, native american 00:25:44 A Comanche raiding party kidnapped Cynthia Ann when she was 9 years old. She lived with Comanche parents, marrying a war chief and having children. But her family never stopped searching for her. As word of her story spread, her son Quanah rose to power. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-11-26-symhc-gertrude-bell-part-2.mp3 Part 2 of this series follows Gertrude Bell on her adventures after World War I begins. The British army asked her to help them retain their influence in the Middle East. But how did she get from there to helping found modern Iraq? Tune in to learn more. Mon, 26 Nov 2012 15:16:49 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-11-26-symhc-gertrude-bell-part-2.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, gertrude bell, middle eastern history, british history, queen of iraq, iraq history 00:26:30 Part 2 of this series follows Gertrude Bell on her adventures after World War I begins. The British army asked her to help them retain their influence in the Middle East. But how did she get from there to helping found modern Iraq? Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-11-21-symhc-chevalier-deon-part-2.mp3 Upset with the prospect of a demotion, the Chevalier d'Eon published his diplomatic correspondence. Worried that d'Eon might reveal the King's Secret, Louis XV  desperately negotiated d'Eon's return -- with one catch: the Chevalier had to become a woman. Mon, 26 Nov 2012 12:31:45 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-11-21-symhc-chevalier-deon-part-2.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, Deblina, chevalier d’eon, king’s secret, Louis xv, European history 00:28:31 Upset with the prospect of a demotion, the Chevalier d'Eon published his diplomatic correspondence. Worried that d'Eon might reveal the King's Secret, Louis XV  desperately negotiated d'Eon's return -- with one catch: the Chevalier had to become a woman. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-11-19-symhc-gertrude-bell-part-1.mp3 Gertrude Bell was the first woman to graduate with a First in Modern History from Oxford. Instead of marrying young, she went to Persia. Inspired, she traveled across the Middle East on numerous exploratory treks. But would it last in a time of war? Mon, 19 Nov 2012 15:39:11 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-11-19-symhc-gertrude-bell-part-1.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, gertrude bell, iraq, history, oxford, middle east 00:22:36 Gertrude Bell was the first woman to graduate with a First in Modern History from Oxford. Instead of marrying young, she went to Persia. Inspired, she traveled across the Middle East on numerous exploratory treks. But would it last in a time of war? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-11-14-symhc-chevalier-deon-part-1.mp3 Recently, London's National Portrait Gallery acquired a portrait of the Chevalier d'Eon, the first oil painting in its collection to feature a man in women's clothing. Learn how Louis XV's underground foreign policy led d'Eon to acquire a female identity. Wed, 14 Nov 2012 12:51:19 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-11-14-symhc-chevalier-deon-part-1.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, chevalier d'eon, london's national portrait gallery, louis xv, the king's secret 00:19:57 Recently, London's National Portrait Gallery acquired a portrait of the Chevalier d'Eon, the first oil painting in its collection to feature a man in women's clothing. Learn how Louis XV's underground foreign policy led d'Eon to acquire a female identity. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-11-12-symhc-johann-konrad-dippel.mp3 Johann Konrad Dippel was born in 1673 at Frankenstein Castle. Originally a theology student, Dippel began dabbling in chemistry, medicine and alchemy. Today he's remembered for creating a panacea that was used on a variety of ailments. How did he do it? Mon, 12 Nov 2012 14:32:47 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-11-12-symhc-johann-konrad-dippel.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, johann konrad dippel, frankenstein castle, alchemy, panacea, medicine, elixir of life 00:29:39 Johann Konrad Dippel was born in 1673 at Frankenstein Castle. Originally a theology student, Dippel began dabbling in chemistry, medicine and alchemy. Today he's remembered for creating a panacea that was used on a variety of ailments. How did he do it? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-11-07-symhc-tokyo-rose.mp3 During World War II, Allied troops often listened to Japanese propaganda, and they nick-named the English-speaking, female broadcasters "Tokyo Rose." After the war, the hunt to find them was on -- and Iva d'Aquino found herself on trial for treason. Wed, 07 Nov 2012 15:25:55 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-11-07-symhc-tokyo-rose.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, tokyo rose, propaganda, wwii history, world war ii 00:28:22 During World War II, Allied troops often listened to Japanese propaganda, and they nick-named the English-speaking, female broadcasters "Tokyo Rose." After the war, the hunt to find them was on -- and Iva d'Aquino found herself on trial for treason. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-11-05-symhc-agatha-christie.mp3 In December of 1926, Agatha Christie left her home and vanished: Police found her car crashed and abandoned. An 11-day manhunt commenced and speculation ran rampant -- but when she was finally found – alive – there were more questions than answers. Mon, 05 Nov 2012 15:55:08 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-11-05-symhc-agatha-christie.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, agatha christie, mystery, fiction, mystery writer, amnesia, car accident 00:24:59 In December of 1926, Agatha Christie left her home and vanished: Police found her car crashed and abandoned. An 11-day manhunt commenced and speculation ran rampant -- but when she was finally found – alive – there were more questions than answers. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-10-31-symhc-colorado-cannibal.mp3 In the winter of 1873, Alferd Packer led gold prospectors into the Rockies, but harsh conditions soon set them off course. Packer was the only survivor, and he looked oddly well-fed. He claimed he'd killed in self-defense. But was he guilty of murder? Wed, 31 Oct 2012 12:42:05 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-10-31-symhc-colorado-cannibal.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, colorado cannibal, alferd parker, us history, rockies, cannibalism 00:25:44 In the winter of 1873, Alferd Packer led gold prospectors into the Rockies, but harsh conditions soon set them off course. Packer was the only survivor, and he looked oddly well-fed. He claimed he'd killed in self-defense. But was he guilty of murder? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-10-29-symhc-cock-lane-ghost.mp3 In the early 1760s, the so-called Cock Lane Ghost haunted a London home, communicating through knocks. The ghost accused her former partner of poisoning her. However, as more details emerged people wondered if the haunting was an act of earthly revenge. Mon, 29 Oct 2012 19:07:05 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-10-29-symhc-cock-lane-ghost.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, ghost, cock lane ghost, st paul's cathedral, london, uk history 00:26:37 In the early 1760s, the so-called Cock Lane Ghost haunted a London home, communicating through knocks. The ghost accused her former partner of poisoning her. However, as more details emerged people wondered if the haunting was an act of earthly revenge. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-10-24-symhc-salem-witch.mp3 In 1692, girls in Salem Village experienced fevers, pains and strange behavior. A doctor deemed the affliction supernatural, and the girls pinned the blame on several people. These accusations led to a witch hunt -- but what was really to blame? Wed, 24 Oct 2012 15:28:23 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-10-24-symhc-salem-witch.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, salem village, witch hunts, ergot, hallucination, us history, colonial history 00:30:47 In 1692, girls in Salem Village experienced fevers, pains and strange behavior. A doctor deemed the affliction supernatural, and the girls pinned the blame on several people. These accusations led to a witch hunt -- but what was really to blame? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-10-22-symhc-haunted-house-tour.mp3 Whether or not you believe in ghosts, the tragic histories behind some homes are enough to send a chill down your spine. In this episode, we look into the real stories behind five historic houses that are believed to be haunted. Tune in to learn more. Mon, 22 Oct 2012 17:57:22 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-10-22-symhc-haunted-house-tour.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, haunted house, supernatural, history, ghosts, halloween 00:34:41 Whether or not you believe in ghosts, the tragic histories behind some homes are enough to send a chill down your spine. In this episode, we look into the real stories behind five historic houses that are believed to be haunted. Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-10-17-symhc-mary-frances-creighton.mp3 When Mary Frances Creighton was arrested for poisoning her brother, the tabloids went crazy, comparing her to Lucrezia Borgia. Mary was also accused of poisoning her mother-in-law and her work caught up with her when she struck again, years later. Wed, 17 Oct 2012 15:05:06 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-10-17-symhc-mary-frances-creighton.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, mary frances creighton, lucrezia borgia, arsenic, poison, crime, us history 00:35:42 When Mary Frances Creighton was arrested for poisoning her brother, the tabloids went crazy, comparing her to Lucrezia Borgia. Mary was also accused of poisoning her mother-in-law and her work caught up with her when she struck again, years later. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-10-15-symhc-madame-lalaurie.mp3 In 1834 a fire broke out at the Lalaurie house in New Orleans. Firefighters found mistreated slaves inside, and the family was banished. Wild rumors spread afterward, and now it's known as the most haunted house in America -- but are the rumors true? Mon, 15 Oct 2012 16:36:13 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-10-15-symhc-madame-lalaurie.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, madame lalaurie, slavery, nicolas cage, new orleans, haunted house 00:41:43 In 1834 a fire broke out at the Lalaurie house in New Orleans. Firefighters found mistreated slaves inside, and the family was banished. Wild rumors spread afterward, and now it's known as the most haunted house in America -- but are the rumors true? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-10-10-symhc-bowie.mp3 Jim Bowie is known as a hero of the Alamo, but he made his name in a duel-gone-wrong: He came away with several wounds, but also with a reputation as fearsome knife-fighter. So how did he become a Texan legend? And what's the story behind the Bowie knife? Wed, 10 Oct 2012 11:46:37 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-10-10-symhc-bowie.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, jim bowie, alamo, us history, texas, texas history, luoisiana 00:39:48 Jim Bowie is known as a hero of the Alamo, but he made his name in a duel-gone-wrong: He came away with several wounds, but also with a reputation as fearsome knife-fighter. So how did he become a Texan legend? And what's the story behind the Bowie knife? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-10-08-symhc-trick-treat.mp3 Before children went door-to-door, Celts kept out evil spirits during the festival of Samhain. Halloween evolved over time, but trick-or-treating didn't emerge until the 20th century. Join Sarah and guest host Cristen as they trace Halloween's history. Mon, 08 Oct 2012 16:01:23 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-10-08-symhc-trick-treat.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, cristen conger, trick or treat, halloween, history, costume, holiday, tradition 00:33:48 Before children went door-to-door, Celts kept out evil spirits during the festival of Samhain. Halloween evolved over time, but trick-or-treating didn't emerge until the 20th century. Join Sarah and guest host Cristen as they trace Halloween's history. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-10-03-symhc-history-underwear.mp3 In this episode, PopStuff co-host Holly Frey joins in to discuss undergarments through the ages, from the utilitarian shirt to the body-changing corset, split bloomers and more. We also talk about a recent discovery that's shaken up costume historians. Wed, 03 Oct 2012 12:03:53 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-10-03-symhc-history-underwear.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, holly frey, underwater, undergarments, split bloomers, corsets, 00:49:10 In this episode, PopStuff co-host Holly Frey joins in to discuss undergarments through the ages, from the utilitarian shirt to the body-changing corset, split bloomers and more. We also talk about a recent discovery that's shaken up costume historians. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-10-01-symhc-henry-ford-part-2.mp3 In this second episode with CarStuff’s Scott Benjamin, we pick up at the height of Ford’s success: The Model T is revolutionizing America. But he also obsessively controls his employees, becomes a noted anti-Semite and capitalizes on wartime contracts. Mon, 01 Oct 2012 16:26:48 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-10-01-symhc-henry-ford-part-2.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, scott benjamin, henry ford, model t, automotive history, cars, 00:41:22 In this second episode with CarStuff’s Scott Benjamin, we pick up at the height of Ford’s success: The Model T is revolutionizing America. But he also obsessively controls his employees, becomes a noted anti-Semite and capitalizes on wartime contracts. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-09-26-symhc-mccarthyism-part-2-2.mp3 Senator McCarthy's celebrity skyrocketed after he made his name denouncing spies. Fear and intimidation kept many from speaking out against him, but public opinion soon turned. Join Sarah and Ben as they discuss McCarthyism and the Hollywood Blacklist. Wed, 26 Sep 2012 16:42:42 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-09-26-symhc-mccarthyism-part-2-2.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, ben bowlin, joseph mccarthy, red scare, communism, conspiracy, mccarthyism 00:43:14 Senator McCarthy's celebrity skyrocketed after he made his name denouncing spies. Fear and intimidation kept many from speaking out against him, but public opinion soon turned. Join Sarah and Ben as they discuss McCarthyism and the Hollywood Blacklist. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-09-24-symhc-henry-ford-part-1.mp3 In this episode, CarStuff’s Scott Benjamin joins the show for a discussion of Henry Ford's early years, inventions and innovations. Yet as Ford's success grew, his willingness to change did not – and ultimately a darker side of his personality emerged. Mon, 24 Sep 2012 14:16:53 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-09-24-symhc-henry-ford-part-1.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, scott benjamin, carstuff, henry ford, model t, assembly line 00:27:21 In this episode, CarStuff’s Scott Benjamin joins the show for a discussion of Henry Ford's early years, inventions and innovations. Yet as Ford's success grew, his willingness to change did not – and ultimately a darker side of his personality emerged. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-09-19-symhc-mccarthyism-part-1.mp3 Wisconsin Senator Joseph McCarthy had a lackluster career – at least, that is, until he claimed the U.S. government was riddled with conspiratorial Communists. In this episode, Sarah and guest host Ben explore the hysteria-fueled rise of Joseph McCarthy. Wed, 19 Sep 2012 12:22:27 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-09-19-symhc-mccarthyism-part-1.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, ben bowlin, joseph mccarthy, red scare, communism, conspiracy, mccarthyism 00:21:24 Wisconsin Senator Joseph McCarthy had a lackluster career – at least, that is, until he claimed the U.S. government was riddled with conspiratorial Communists. In this episode, Sarah and guest host Ben explore the hysteria-fueled rise of Joseph McCarthy. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-09-17-symhc-war-of-the-worlds.mp3 In 1938 Orson Welles produced a series of radio dramas, including one based on “War of the Worlds." The broadcast caused a mass panic, since many believed it was a real news program. In this episode, we discuss why so many mistook the show as real. Mon, 17 Sep 2012 14:53:56 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-09-17-symhc-war-of-the-worlds.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, orson welles, radio drama, war of the worlds, h.g. wells, hysteria 00:29:27 In 1938 Orson Welles produced a series of radio dramas, including one based on “War of the Worlds." The broadcast caused a mass panic, since many believed it was a real news program. In this episode, we discuss why so many mistook the show as real. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-09-12-symhc-cryptography-part-2.mp3 In this episode co-hosted by TechStuff’s Jonathan Strickland, the focus is on the codes and cryptologists of World War II. Tune in to learn more about the Enigma Machine, Alan Turing, Code Talkers and more in the conclusion of this two-part episode. Wed, 12 Sep 2012 11:59:16 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-09-12-symhc-cryptography-part-2.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, jonathan, codes, cipher, cryptography, alan turing, code talkers 00:47:38 In this episode co-hosted by TechStuff’s Jonathan Strickland, the focus is on the codes and cryptologists of World War II. Tune in to learn more about the Enigma Machine, Alan Turing, Code Talkers and more in the conclusion of this two-part episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-09-10-symhc-alan-turing.mp3 Alan Turing conceived of computers decades before anyone was building one. He also acted as a top-secret code breaker during World War II. Despite his accomplishments, he was prosecuted as a homosexual by the British government. Tune in to learn more. Mon, 10 Sep 2012 14:34:14 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-09-10-symhc-alan-turing.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, alan turing, cryptography, enigma machine, code, world war ii 00:20:44 Alan Turing conceived of computers decades before anyone was building one. He also acted as a top-secret code breaker during World War II. Despite his accomplishments, he was prosecuted as a homosexual by the British government. Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-09-05-symhc-cryptography-part-1.mp3 In this special episode co-hosted by TechStuff’s Jonathan Strickland, the focus is on the codes, cipher machines, and cryptologists of World War II. Tune in to learn more about the Enigma Machine, Alan Turing, Code Talkers and more. Wed, 05 Sep 2012 14:51:06 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-09-05-symhc-cryptography-part-1.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, jonathan, cryptography, code breakers, alan turing, code talkers, enigma 00:46:44 In this special episode co-hosted by TechStuff’s Jonathan Strickland, the focus is on the codes, cipher machines, and cryptologists of World War II. Tune in to learn more about the Enigma Machine, Alan Turing, Code Talkers and more. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-09-03-symhc-radium-girls-rerun.mp3 Between in 1917, hundreds of women got jobs applying radium-treated paint to various products. Many experienced severe health problems. Five former workers decided to sue the U.S. Radium corporation, and faced a campaign of misinformation. Mon, 03 Sep 2012 10:50:15 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-09-03-symhc-radium-girls-rerun.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, radium girls, radiation, us radium corporation, legal history, scandal 00:31:19 Between in 1917, hundreds of women got jobs applying radium-treated paint to various products. Many experienced severe health problems. Five former workers decided to sue the U.S. Radium corporation, and faced a campaign of misinformation. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-08-29-symhc-mayan-calendar-rerun.mp3 In this classic episode, former hosts Candace and Jane explain how the Mayan long count calendar works. We also discuss some other doomsday prophesies from 1666 and 1910, when people feared Halley’s Comet would poison them with gasses from its tail. Wed, 29 Aug 2012 14:18:45 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-08-29-symhc-mayan-calendar-rerun.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, mayan calendar, doomsday prophecy, historical prophecies, myths, halley's comet 00:19:33 In this classic episode, former hosts Candace and Jane explain how the Mayan long count calendar works. We also discuss some other doomsday prophesies from 1666 and 1910, when people feared Halley’s Comet would poison them with gasses from its tail. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-08-27-symhc-5-destructive-storms.mp3 Catastrophic storms are almost historical characters in their own right, leaving indelible marks on the places they affect. Here, we cover five of history's most destructive storms, including the Tri-state Tornado of 1925 and the Great Hurricane of 1780. Mon, 27 Aug 2012 10:59:58 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-08-27-symhc-5-destructive-storms.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, destructive storms, tri-state tornado, hurricane of 1780, storm, natural disasters 00:33:27 Catastrophic storms are almost historical characters in their own right, leaving indelible marks on the places they affect. Here, we cover five of history's most destructive storms, including the Tri-state Tornado of 1925 and the Great Hurricane of 1780. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-08-22-symhc-easter-island-update.mp3 In this episode, we revisit theories about the statues of Easter Island: the Moai. New evidence suggests that fewer than 20 people “walked” the Moai to their positions. This idea shakes up existing theories about the destruction of the island's resources. Wed, 22 Aug 2012 14:08:47 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-08-22-symhc-easter-island-update.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, easter island, moai, natural resources, ancient construction 00:29:52 In this episode, we revisit theories about the statues of Easter Island: the Moai. New evidence suggests that fewer than 20 people “walked” the Moai to their positions. This idea shakes up existing theories about the destruction of the island's resources. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-08-20-symhc-pretty-boy-floyd.mp3 Pretty Boy Floyd started out doing farm work, but in his late teens he ran off to try his hand at crime. He earned a Robin Hood-like reputation, and became famous for his supposed involvement in the Kansas City Massacre. But did he deserve the credit? Mon, 20 Aug 2012 13:08:51 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-08-20-symhc-pretty-boy-floyd.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, pretty boy floyd, robin hood, kansas city massacre, public enemy, history, crime 00:24:21 Pretty Boy Floyd started out doing farm work, but in his late teens he ran off to try his hand at crime. He earned a Robin Hood-like reputation, and became famous for his supposed involvement in the Kansas City Massacre. But did he deserve the credit? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-08-15-symhc-lizzie-borden-rerun.mp3 In 1892, a Massachusetts couple was brutally murdered; the only serious suspect was their daughter, Lizzie Borden. Borden was acquitted, but people have speculated about the crime ever since. Tune in to learn how new evidence might shed light on her case. Wed, 15 Aug 2012 10:19:44 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-08-15-symhc-lizzie-borden-rerun.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, lizzie borden, murder, borden murders, update, crime, history 00:34:21 In 1892, a Massachusetts couple was brutally murdered; the only serious suspect was their daughter, Lizzie Borden. Borden was acquitted, but people have speculated about the crime ever since. Tune in to learn how new evidence might shed light on her case. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-08-13-symhc-bloody-benders.mp3 The Bender clan settled in Kansas in 1870, building a combined store and inn. They weren't popular. Only the comely Kate Bender drew admirers. When people began disappearing, the Benders weren't suspects ‑‑ until a doctor vanished after visiting the inn. Mon, 13 Aug 2012 12:24:47 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-08-13-symhc-bloody-benders.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, bloody benders, cherryvale, kansas, osage trail, 00:27:13 The Bender clan settled in Kansas in 1870, building a combined store and inn. They weren't popular. Only the comely Kate Bender drew admirers. When people began disappearing, the Benders weren't suspects ‑‑ until a doctor vanished after visiting the inn. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-08-08-symhc-titanic-update.mp3 2012 marks the 100th anniversary of the Titanic’s sinking. In our own memorial to the Titanic’s sinking, we revisit a classic episode from Candace and Jane, in which they explore the ship’s tragic history. We’ll also explore some recent Titanic research. Wed, 08 Aug 2012 12:05:51 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-08-08-symhc-titanic-update.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, titanic, shipwreck, titanic sinking, maritime history 00:30:12 2012 marks the 100th anniversary of the Titanic’s sinking. In our own memorial to the Titanic’s sinking, we revisit a classic episode from Candace and Jane, in which they explore the ship’s tragic history. We’ll also explore some recent Titanic research. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-08-06-symhc-marguerite-louise.mp3 Marguerite-Louise d'Orléans was the grandchild of the King of France, cousin of Louis XIV and eventually betrothed to Cosimo III de Medici. Her marriage was (to say the least) unstable. But how did she finally find herself back in France? Mon, 06 Aug 2012 11:47:31 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-08-06-symhc-marguerite-louise.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, marguerite-louise d'orléans, medici, cosimo III, princess, 00:21:01 Marguerite-Louise d'Orléans was the grandchild of the King of France, cousin of Louis XIV and eventually betrothed to Cosimo III de Medici. Her marriage was (to say the least) unstable. But how did she finally find herself back in France? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-08-01-symhc-nazi-games.mp3 Most people associate the 1936 Berlin Olympics with African-American sprinter Jesse Owens. Yet the games were successful in terms of Nazi propaganda: More nations than ever participated, and the Olympic torch was used for the first time. Wed, 01 Aug 2012 13:51:54 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-08-01-symhc-nazi-games.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, 1936 berlin olympics, jessie owens, propaganda, nazi, hitler, olympics 00:26:55 Most people associate the 1936 Berlin Olympics with African-American sprinter Jesse Owens. Yet the games were successful in terms of Nazi propaganda: More nations than ever participated, and the Olympic torch was used for the first time. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-07-30-symhc-match-of-death.mp3 After the Nazis invaded Kiev, a bakery owner asked some Ukrainian soccer players to form a team. Their team was pitted against occupying powers. Many say their crucial victory over the Germans led to their deaths. But how much of the story is true? Mon, 30 Jul 2012 11:57:07 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-07-30-symhc-match-of-death.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, match of death, fc start, kiev, soccer, history, germany, ukraine 00:25:22 After the Nazis invaded Kiev, a bakery owner asked some Ukrainian soccer players to form a team. Their team was pitted against occupying powers. Many say their crucial victory over the Germans led to their deaths. But how much of the story is true? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-07-25-symhc-paris-olympics-1900.mp3 In 1900 Paris Olympics are considered some of the strangest. Some sport historians don’t even consider them true Olympic Games. Many of the events were so under-promoted, the athletes competing in them didn’t know they were even in the Olympics. Wed, 25 Jul 2012 09:50:50 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-07-25-symhc-paris-olympics-1900.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, paris olympics, 1900 paris games, olympics, history 00:24:52 In 1900 Paris Olympics are considered some of the strangest. Some sport historians don’t even consider them true Olympic Games. Many of the events were so under-promoted, the athletes competing in them didn’t know they were even in the Olympics. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-07-23-symhc-new-first-olympics.mp3 In this episode, we revisit a podcast on the first Olympics. The first Olympics featured familiar events, but also some lethal exhibitions. Married women were barred from watching the games, but victors could sometimes expect to receive meals for life. Mon, 23 Jul 2012 08:24:32 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-07-23-symhc-new-first-olympics.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, first olympics, olympic history 00:09:55 In this episode, we revisit a podcast on the first Olympics. The first Olympics featured familiar events, but also some lethal exhibitions. Married women were barred from watching the games, but victors could sometimes expect to receive meals for life. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-07-18-symhc-listener-mail.mp3 In a recent episode on George Arents, we asked listeners what kind of book collections they keep. We heard from people with interests ranging from mixology books to a library dedicated to Disney. We also learned about what these collections inspired. Wed, 18 Jul 2012 13:47:19 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-07-18-symhc-listener-mail.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, collection, listener mail, libraries, book collection, bibliophile, george arents 00:21:28 In a recent episode on George Arents, we asked listeners what kind of book collections they keep. We heard from people with interests ranging from mixology books to a library dedicated to Disney. We also learned about what these collections inspired. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-07-16-symhc-amelia-earhart.mp3 In this classic episode, former hosts Candace and Katie explore the events surrounding Amelia Earhart’s mysterious disappearance in 1937, and possible theories as to what could have happened. We also cover new developments in this 75-year-old mystery. Mon, 16 Jul 2012 13:23:38 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-07-16-symhc-amelia-earhart.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, amelia earhart, update, disappearance, aviation, female aviator 00:33:12 In this classic episode, former hosts Candace and Katie explore the events surrounding Amelia Earhart’s mysterious disappearance in 1937, and possible theories as to what could have happened. We also cover new developments in this 75-year-old mystery. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-07-11-symhc-roanoke-rerun.mp3 Of all the mysteries we've covered, the lost colony at Roanoke is one of the strangest. In this classic episode, former hosts Candace and Josh recount Roanoke's story -- and there's a new development, one that may finally reveal the fate of the colonists. Wed, 11 Jul 2012 11:35:38 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-07-11-symhc-roanoke-rerun.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, roanoke, colony, lost colony, colonial history, disappearance 00:27:12 Of all the mysteries we've covered, the lost colony at Roanoke is one of the strangest. In this classic episode, former hosts Candace and Josh recount Roanoke's story -- and there's a new development, one that may finally reveal the fate of the colonists. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-07-09-symhc-prisoner-princess.mp3 Sophia Dorothea of Celle married her cousin, George I of Great Britain. Sophia had an affair with a Swedish count, and her in-laws decided to stop the couple from running away together. The ensuing events became known as the Königsmarck Affair. Mon, 09 Jul 2012 11:49:05 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-07-09-symhc-prisoner-princess.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, sophia dorothea of celle, germany, hanover, Konigsmarck Affair 00:33:24 Sophia Dorothea of Celle married her cousin, George I of Great Britain. Sophia had an affair with a Swedish count, and her in-laws decided to stop the couple from running away together. The ensuing events became known as the Königsmarck Affair. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-07-04-symhc-bomb-baltimore.mp3 After a night of shelling in the War of 1812, Baltimore was unsure if its fort had survived. At dawn, observers saw an American flag over the fort. Francis Scott Key composed a poem about the night -- and that poem eventually became the national anthem. Wed, 04 Jul 2012 13:27:49 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-07-04-symhc-bomb-baltimore.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, francis scott key, baltimore, war of 1812, national anthem 00:25:00 After a night of shelling in the War of 1812, Baltimore was unsure if its fort had survived. At dawn, observers saw an American flag over the fort. Francis Scott Key composed a poem about the night -- and that poem eventually became the national anthem. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-07-02-symhc-ma-baker.mp3 During the Gangster Era, many believed Ma Barker led the Barker Gang. In the late 1800s, Barker had four sons, two of whom joined the infamous Barker gang. But was Ma really the mastermind behind their criminal activities? Mon, 02 Jul 2012 12:54:27 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-07-02-symhc-ma-baker.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, ma barker, barker gang, gangster era, crime, hoover 00:29:10 During the Gangster Era, many believed Ma Barker led the Barker Gang. In the late 1800s, Barker had four sons, two of whom joined the infamous Barker gang. But was Ma really the mastermind behind their criminal activities? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-06-27-symhc-renaissance-fair-jonathan-interview.mp3 In this episode, Sarah and Deblina visit the Georgia Renaissance Festival. Interviews with musician Luca Callo and TechStuff’s Jonathan Strickland give us an understanding of processes they use to recreate Renaissance characters, music and culture. Wed, 27 Jun 2012 12:04:57 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-06-27-symhc-renaissance-fair-jonathan-interview.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, jonathan, renaissance festival, re-enactments, medieval history, acting, performance 00:41:35 In this episode, Sarah and Deblina visit the Georgia Renaissance Festival. Interviews with musician Luca Callo and TechStuff’s Jonathan Strickland give us an understanding of processes they use to recreate Renaissance characters, music and culture. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-06-25-symhc-audubon-part-2.mp3 After John James Audubon finished his book, he sought out a publisher. While his image turned off Philadelphia's intellectuals, he charmed Great Britain. In this episode, curator Michael Inman joins us to explain the publication of Birds of America. Mon, 25 Jun 2012 14:25:10 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-06-25-symhc-audubon-part-2.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, john james audubon, birds, artwork, michael inman 00:30:24 After John James Audubon finished his book, he sought out a publisher. While his image turned off Philadelphia's intellectuals, he charmed Great Britain. In this episode, curator Michael Inman joins us to explain the publication of Birds of America. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-06-20-symhc-pink-triangle.mp3 2012-06-20-symhc-pink-triangle.mp3 21:59 http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-06-20-symhc-pink-triangle.mp3 When Hitler came to power in Germany, gays and lesbians were continually persecuted. Soon, homosexual men also faced prison time. Thousands were eventually arrested, and many wound up in concentration camps, where they were labeled with pink triangles. Wed, 20 Jun 2012 11:50:26 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-06-20-symhc-pink-triangle.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, pink triangle, holocaust, nazi, discrimination, homosexuality, world war ii 00:21:59 2012-06-20-symhc-pink-triangle.mp3 21:59 http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-06-20-symhc-pink-triangle.mp3 When Hitler came to power in Germany, gays and lesbians were continually persecuted. Soon, homosexual men also faced prison time. Thousands were eventually arrested, and many wound up in concentration camps, where they were labeled with pink triangles. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-06-18-symhc-audubon-part-1.mp3 Though John James Audubon was the son of a French planter, he cultivated the image of an American frontiersman. In this episode, New York Public Library curator Michael Inman joins us for a discussion of Audubon’s early life. Mon, 18 Jun 2012 11:36:45 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-06-18-symhc-audubon-part-1.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, john james audubon, birds, artwork, michael inman 00:21:54 Though John James Audubon was the son of a French planter, he cultivated the image of an American frontiersman. In this episode, New York Public Library curator Michael Inman joins us for a discussion of Audubon’s early life. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-06-13-symhc-death-poe.mp3 In 1849, Edgar Allan Poe disappeared for five days before he was found semi-conscious outside of a saloon. He died four days later, presumably from alcohol abuse. Over the years, many alternate cause-of-death theories have emerged. Which is most likely? Wed, 13 Jun 2012 14:37:14 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-06-13-symhc-death-poe.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, edgar allan poe, poe, death of poe, conspiracy, fiction, historical revision 00:31:56 In 1849, Edgar Allan Poe disappeared for five days before he was found semi-conscious outside of a saloon. He died four days later, presumably from alcohol abuse. Over the years, many alternate cause-of-death theories have emerged. Which is most likely? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-06-11-symhc-william-kidd.mp3 William Kidd had settled down by 1695, but privateering was still in his blood. He struck up a plan to attack pirates plaguing English ships and enlisted investors to back his efforts. Eventually he was declared a pirate. But did he deserve the label? Mon, 11 Jun 2012 17:24:32 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-06-11-symhc-william-kidd.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, william kidd, piracy, privateering, crime, sailing, maritime history 00:23:40 William Kidd had settled down by 1695, but privateering was still in his blood. He struck up a plan to attack pirates plaguing English ships and enlisted investors to back his efforts. Eventually he was declared a pirate. But did he deserve the label? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-06-06-symhc-nikola-tesla-part-2.mp3 By 1887, Nikola Tesla secured seven patents for components of his alternating current system. In 1888, George Westinghouse offered to hire Tesla to develop the AC system, and that’s when the Current War really got underway. Wed, 06 Jun 2012 15:35:45 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-06-06-symhc-nikola-tesla-part-2.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, nikola tesla, alfred brown, war of currents, edison, electricity 00:27:13 By 1887, Nikola Tesla secured seven patents for components of his alternating current system. In 1888, George Westinghouse offered to hire Tesla to develop the AC system, and that’s when the Current War really got underway. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-06-04-symhc-laura-bridgman.mp3 Laura Bridgman was the first deafblind person to be educated -- a feat accomplished by Samuel Gridley Howe in the 1830s. People from around the world came to see her, including Charles Dickens, who wrote about her in his "American Travels." Mon, 04 Jun 2012 11:01:26 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-06-04-symhc-laura-bridgman.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, laura bridgman, deafblind, handicap, accessibility, helen keller, education, dickens 00:26:53 Laura Bridgman was the first deafblind person to be educated -- a feat accomplished by Samuel Gridley Howe in the 1830s. People from around the world came to see her, including Charles Dickens, who wrote about her in his "American Travels." HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-05-30-symhc-nikola-tesla-part-1.mp3 In 1857 Nikola Tesla began work on direct current motor issues. In 1884, he approached Thomas Edison with ideas about alternating current, but Edison championed direct current. Their disagreement led to one of history's most famous scientific rivalries. Wed, 30 May 2012 12:24:09 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-05-30-symhc-nikola-tesla-part-1.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, tesla, edison, war of currents, alternating, direct, current, electricity 00:16:36 In 1857 Nikola Tesla began work on direct current motor issues. In 1884, he approached Thomas Edison with ideas about alternating current, but Edison championed direct current. Their disagreement led to one of history's most famous scientific rivalries. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-05-28-symhc-pt-barnum-stars.mp3 P.T. Barnum worked with many performers. Perhaps the most famous was the diminutive General Tom Thumb. Barnum also promoted Swedish singer Jenny Lind, but his biggest act was Jumbo the Elephant, an African elephant he bought from the London Zoo. Mon, 28 May 2012 17:48:28 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-05-28-symhc-pt-barnum-stars.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, p.t. barnum, tom thumb, jenny lind, jumbo, elephant, circus 00:26:56 P.T. Barnum worked with many performers. Perhaps the most famous was the diminutive General Tom Thumb. Barnum also promoted Swedish singer Jenny Lind, but his biggest act was Jumbo the Elephant, an African elephant he bought from the London Zoo. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-05-23-symhc-operation-mincemeat-2.mp3 Operation Mincemeat aimed to relay false information to the Nazis by dropping a corpse where they would find it, along with fake documents. The British agents gave their corpse a backstory to make it more believable. But was the story too good to be true? Wed, 23 May 2012 12:56:03 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-05-23-symhc-operation-mincemeat-2.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, operation mincemeat, charles cholmondeley, edwin, world war ii, history 00:28:44 Operation Mincemeat aimed to relay false information to the Nazis by dropping a corpse where they would find it, along with fake documents. The British agents gave their corpse a backstory to make it more believable. But was the story too good to be true? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-05-21-symhc-clybourne-park.mp3 The Pulitzer-winning play “Clybourne Park” took inspiration from Lorraine Hansberry’s “A Raisin the Sun.” In this episode, we talk to Clybourne Park’s Tony-nominated director Pam MacKinnon about the work and historical research that went into the play. Mon, 21 May 2012 15:31:10 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-05-21-symhc-clybourne-park.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, clybourne park, broadway, stage, tony award, interview, pam mackinnon 00:26:23 The Pulitzer-winning play “Clybourne Park” took inspiration from Lorraine Hansberry’s “A Raisin the Sun.” In this episode, we talk to Clybourne Park’s Tony-nominated director Pam MacKinnon about the work and historical research that went into the play. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-05-16-symhc-prince-of-humbug.mp3 P.T. Barnum is best known as a circus man, but he spent most of his career running a curiosity museum and staging freak shows. Barnum attracted people to his American Museum through shrewd advertising, or “humbug.” He also wasn’t afraid of a hoax. Wed, 16 May 2012 11:56:32 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-05-16-symhc-prince-of-humbug.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, p.t. barnum, circus, frauds, feejee, curiosities, sideshow 00:21:02 P.T. Barnum is best known as a circus man, but he spent most of his career running a curiosity museum and staging freak shows. Barnum attracted people to his American Museum through shrewd advertising, or “humbug.” He also wasn’t afraid of a hoax. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-05-14-symhc-operation-mincemeat.mp3 Once the Allies invaded North Africa, the Nazis began planning. Both sides knew Sicily was the obvious choice for the next Allied invasion, so the Allies needed some subterfuge. Luckily, the British had an idea -- and all they needed was a dead body. Mon, 14 May 2012 12:21:35 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-05-14-symhc-operation-mincemeat.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, operation mincemeat, world war ii, nazi, allies, north africa 00:26:20 Once the Allies invaded North Africa, the Nazis began planning. Both sides knew Sicily was the obvious choice for the next Allied invasion, so the Allies needed some subterfuge. Luckily, the British had an idea -- and all they needed was a dead body. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-05-09-symhc-freya-stark.mp3 After a childhood spent roaming Europe, Freya Stark began saving money to take Arabic lessons. Once fluent, she traveled into areas few outsiders had ever been, documenting her travels in best-selling books. Listen in to learn more about Freya of Arabia. Wed, 09 May 2012 12:55:39 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-05-09-symhc-freya-stark.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, freya of arabia, arabic, harem, exploration, history, propaganda 00:28:15 After a childhood spent roaming Europe, Freya Stark began saving money to take Arabic lessons. Once fluent, she traveled into areas few outsiders had ever been, documenting her travels in best-selling books. Listen in to learn more about Freya of Arabia. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-05-07-symhc-battle-of-sekigahara.mp3 After the Japanese ruler Toyotomi Hideyoshi died, regents and bureaucrats scrambled for power. The rivals Tokugawa Ieyasu and Ishida Mitsunari rallied supporters to face off in Sekigahara. Tokugawa emerged victorious. But what happened next? Mon, 07 May 2012 12:22:59 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-05-07-symhc-battle-of-sekigahara.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, toyotomi hideyoshi, tokugawa ieyasu, ishida mitsunari, sekigahara, japan 00:22:32 After the Japanese ruler Toyotomi Hideyoshi died, regents and bureaucrats scrambled for power. The rivals Tokugawa Ieyasu and Ishida Mitsunari rallied supporters to face off in Sekigahara. Tokugawa emerged victorious. But what happened next? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-05-02-symhc-real-professor-moriarty-part-2.mp3 When Adam Worth stole a portrait of the Duchess of Devonshire, he fell in love with the painting. But a botched theft in Belgium landed him in prison, where the story of his life reached Arthur Conan Doyle and inspired the character of Professor Moriarty. Wed, 02 May 2012 11:44:02 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-05-02-symhc-real-professor-moriarty-part-2.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, moriarty, sherlock holmes, arthur conan doyle 00:29:15 When Adam Worth stole a portrait of the Duchess of Devonshire, he fell in love with the painting. But a botched theft in Belgium landed him in prison, where the story of his life reached Arthur Conan Doyle and inspired the character of Professor Moriarty. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-04-30-symhc-horace-wells-gas-war.mp3 Dentist Horace Wells set up shop in Hartford in 1836, before the discovery of anasthesia. At an exhibition in 1844 he became certain that nitrous oxide could revolutionize medicine. He tried to demonstrate his findings... but things didn’t go as planned. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 15:42:29 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-04-30-symhc-horace-wells-gas-war.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, horace wells, anasthesia, nitrous oxide, laughing gas, dentist, dentistry 00:29:04 Dentist Horace Wells set up shop in Hartford in 1836, before the discovery of anasthesia. At an exhibition in 1844 he became certain that nitrous oxide could revolutionize medicine. He tried to demonstrate his findings... but things didn’t go as planned. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-04-25-symhc-real-professor-moriarty-part-1.mp3 Professor Moriarty was based on a real man: Adam Worth. After being falsely reported as dead during the Civil War, Worth began a life of crime. When Worth moved to London he began his Moriarty phase, but his peculiar criminal quirks led to his near ruin. Wed, 25 Apr 2012 12:32:53 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-04-25-symhc-real-professor-moriarty-part-1.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, adam worth, professor moriarty, sherlock holmes, arthur conan doyle 00:24:11 Professor Moriarty was based on a real man: Adam Worth. After being falsely reported as dead during the Civil War, Worth began a life of crime. When Worth moved to London he began his Moriarty phase, but his peculiar criminal quirks led to his near ruin. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-04-23-symhc-female-aviators.mp3 Amelia Earhart is the most well-known female aviator, but there were several notable female aviation pioneers. Raymonde de Laroche was the first woman to earn a pilot's license, and Jacqueline Cochran became the first woman to break the sound barrier. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:05:54 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-04-23-symhc-female-aviators.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, female aviators, amelia earhart, Raymonde de Laroche, Jacqueline Cochran 00:29:26 Amelia Earhart is the most well-known female aviator, but there were several notable female aviation pioneers. Raymonde de Laroche was the first woman to earn a pilot's license, and Jacqueline Cochran became the first woman to break the sound barrier. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-04-18-symhc-great-imposter.mp3 Ferdinand Demara took on several bogus personas throughout his imposter career -- everything from a professor to a monk. Demara stole the identities of regular people, and often performed their job duties. Tune in to learn more about the Great Imposter. Wed, 18 Apr 2012 11:24:39 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-04-18-symhc-great-imposter.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, ferdinand waldo demara, impersonation, great imposter, con man 00:25:38 Ferdinand Demara took on several bogus personas throughout his imposter career -- everything from a professor to a monk. Demara stole the identities of regular people, and often performed their job duties. Tune in to learn more about the Great Imposter. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-04-16-symhc-real-indiana-jones.mp3 Although Lucas and Spielberg claim Indiana Jones was only inspired by adventure movies and pulp fiction, people have still suggested real-life inspirations. Tune in to learn more about several contenders, including Roy Chapman Andrews and Otto Rahn. Mon, 16 Apr 2012 16:32:47 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-04-16-symhc-real-indiana-jones.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, spielberg, lucas, indiana jones 00:27:11 Although Lucas and Spielberg claim Indiana Jones was only inspired by adventure movies and pulp fiction, people have still suggested real-life inspirations. Tune in to learn more about several contenders, including Roy Chapman Andrews and Otto Rahn. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-04-11-symhc-beryl-markham.mp3 Beryl Markham was Africa's first female licensed racehorse trainer, but by the 1920s she'd found a new passion: flying. She went on to become Kenya’s first female commercial pilot, and by 1936 she was ready to fly solo across the Atlantic. Or was she? Wed, 11 Apr 2012 11:56:00 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-04-11-symhc-beryl-markham.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, beryl markham, flight, transatlantic, female firsts, history 00:33:43 Beryl Markham was Africa's first female licensed racehorse trainer, but by the 1920s she'd found a new passion: flying. She went on to become Kenya’s first female commercial pilot, and by 1936 she was ready to fly solo across the Atlantic. Or was she? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-04-09-symhc-louise-boyd.mp3 When gold mine heiress Louise Boyd staged her first Arctic expedition in the 1920s, she hunted polar bears with aristocrats. Yet she also met other explorers who encouraged her in more scientific pursuits. Listen in and learn more about her expeditions. Mon, 09 Apr 2012 11:21:04 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-04-09-symhc-louise-boyd.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, louise boyd, san rafael, arctic, explorer, expedition 00:26:25 When gold mine heiress Louise Boyd staged her first Arctic expedition in the 1920s, she hunted polar bears with aristocrats. Yet she also met other explorers who encouraged her in more scientific pursuits. Listen in and learn more about her expeditions. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-04-04-symhc-jonathan-pace-interview.mp3 How did advice from his great uncle inspire tobacco businessman George Arents to become one of the great contemporary bibliophiles? Listen in as Sarah and Deblina interview Michael Inman, the curator of the New York Public Library Rare Books Division. Wed, 04 Apr 2012 11:28:30 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-04-04-symhc-jonathan-pace-interview.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, george arents, michael inman, curation, bibliophile, book, library, collection 00:32:12 How did advice from his great uncle inspire tobacco businessman George Arents to become one of the great contemporary bibliophiles? Listen in as Sarah and Deblina interview Michael Inman, the curator of the New York Public Library Rare Books Division. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-04-02-symhc-belle-starr-part-2.mp3 After Jim Reed’s death, Belle eventually married Sam Starr. Rumors circulated: Was Belle a barfly or a mom? In 1883, Belle and Sam served 9 months in prison for stealing horses. Tune in to learn how the Bandit Queen set out to turn her reputation around. Mon, 02 Apr 2012 12:12:36 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-04-02-symhc-belle-starr-part-2.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, belle star, sam starr, bandit queen, wild west, biography 00:30:09 After Jim Reed’s death, Belle eventually married Sam Starr. Rumors circulated: Was Belle a barfly or a mom? In 1883, Belle and Sam served 9 months in prison for stealing horses. Tune in to learn how the Bandit Queen set out to turn her reputation around. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-03-28-symhc-charles-dickinson.mp3 Charles Dickens is best known for chronicling life in London, but he also wrote about the United States – and not in a flattering light. When touring the U.S. and Canada with his wife, Dickens found many American customs repugnant. Tune in to learn more. Wed, 28 Mar 2012 12:05:22 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-03-28-symhc-charles-dickinson.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, charles dickens, writing, history, celebrity 00:27:03 Charles Dickens is best known for chronicling life in London, but he also wrote about the United States – and not in a flattering light. When touring the U.S. and Canada with his wife, Dickens found many American customs repugnant. Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-03-26-symhc-belle-starr-part-1.mp3 Belle Starr is often remembered as a notorious outlaw who spent her free time carousing in saloons. But new accounts suggest that, while she wasn't a saint, she also wasn’t the “female Jesse James” some biographers made her out to be. So what’s the truth? Mon, 26 Mar 2012 15:50:07 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-03-26-symhc-belle-starr-part-1.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, belle star, wild west, female jesse james, biography 00:18:23 Belle Starr is often remembered as a notorious outlaw who spent her free time carousing in saloons. But new accounts suggest that, while she wasn't a saint, she also wasn’t the “female Jesse James” some biographers made her out to be. So what’s the truth? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-03-21-symhc-roger-casement.mp3 Roger Casement was an Irish-born British diplomat. He eventually became an Irish nationalist. After his arrest, he was sentenced to die. To stifle support for Casement, the government also released the "Black Diaries" which outed Casement as gay. Wed, 21 Mar 2012 13:18:11 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-03-21-symhc-roger-casement.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, roger casement, irish nationalism, black diaries, 00:23:35 Roger Casement was an Irish-born British diplomat. He eventually became an Irish nationalist. After his arrest, he was sentenced to die. To stifle support for Casement, the government also released the "Black Diaries" which outed Casement as gay. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-03-19-symhc-frida-part-2.mp3 Frida Kahlo took pride in caring for her husband Diego. In 1930, the couple went to the United States. When they returned to Mexico, their rocky relationship affected Frida’s health. As her marriage worsened, Frida's star in the art world gradually rose. Mon, 19 Mar 2012 11:53:48 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-03-19-symhc-frida-part-2.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, frida kahlo, polio, art, introversion, diego rivera 00:27:13 Frida Kahlo took pride in caring for her husband Diego. In 1930, the couple went to the United States. When they returned to Mexico, their rocky relationship affected Frida’s health. As her marriage worsened, Frida's star in the art world gradually rose. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-03-14-symhc-bronte-part-2.mp3 The Brontë sisters quickly rose from obscurity to notoriety after their three novels were published under the Bell pseudonym. Join Sarah and Deblina as they discuss the sisters' rise to fame and the scandalous suggestions about their lives and morals. Wed, 14 Mar 2012 13:16:44 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-03-14-symhc-bronte-part-2.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, bronte sisters, bronte 00:31:36 The Brontë sisters quickly rose from obscurity to notoriety after their three novels were published under the Bell pseudonym. Join Sarah and Deblina as they discuss the sisters' rise to fame and the scandalous suggestions about their lives and morals. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-03-12-symhc-frida-kahlo.mp3 Frida Kahlo contracted polio at the age of 6. Undeterred, she went on to have an active childhood and adolescence. After a tragic accident left her bedridden for more than three months, she began to pursue painting and politics. Mon, 12 Mar 2012 08:53:36 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-03-12-symhc-frida-kahlo.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, frida kahlo, polio, art, introversion 00:20:53 Frida Kahlo contracted polio at the age of 6. Undeterred, she went on to have an active childhood and adolescence. After a tragic accident left her bedridden for more than three months, she began to pursue painting and politics. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-03-07-symhc-bronte-sisters.mp3 The Brontë sisters are considered some of the best writers of the 19th century but their past may surprise you. Join Sarah and Deblina as they discuss the sisters' childhood tragedies, unconventional educations and their imaginary worlds. Wed, 07 Mar 2012 11:26:34 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-03-07-symhc-bronte-sisters.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, bronte, bronte sisters, writers, 19th century, authors, literature 00:32:01 The Brontë sisters are considered some of the best writers of the 19th century but their past may surprise you. Join Sarah and Deblina as they discuss the sisters' childhood tragedies, unconventional educations and their imaginary worlds. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-03-05-symhc-mary-anning.mp3 Mary Anning started hunting for fossils in Lyme Regis in the early 1800s. Around 1811, she uncovered the complete skeleton of an ichthyosaurus. She made several significant contributions to paleontology, so why didn’t she always get credit for her work? Mon, 05 Mar 2012 13:32:47 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-03-05-symhc-mary-anning.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, mary anning, princess of paleontology, fossil, science, 00:20:55 Mary Anning started hunting for fossils in Lyme Regis in the early 1800s. Around 1811, she uncovered the complete skeleton of an ichthyosaurus. She made several significant contributions to paleontology, so why didn’t she always get credit for her work? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-02-29-symhc-evliya-celebi.mp3 Evliya Çelebi grew up in 17th century Istanbul as the "boon companion" of Sultan Murad IV. In his 20s, Evliya had a prophetic dream and spent decades traveling. During his travels he wrote the Seyahatname, one of history's important travel narratives. Wed, 29 Feb 2012 13:21:35 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-02-29-symhc-evliya-celebi.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, evilya celebi, turkey, seyahatname, travel narrative 00:27:04 Evliya Çelebi grew up in 17th century Istanbul as the "boon companion" of Sultan Murad IV. In his 20s, Evliya had a prophetic dream and spent decades traveling. During his travels he wrote the Seyahatname, one of history's important travel narratives. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-02-27-symhc-hans-christian-andersen.mp3 Hans Christian Andersen is often considered the father of the modern fairy tale, but his life was not the quiet existence depicted in his photos. His personal life is fairly bizarre, and he is sometimes compared to his own outcast fairy tale figures. Mon, 27 Feb 2012 13:33:41 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-02-27-symhc-hans-christian-andersen.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, hans christian andersen, fairy tales, folklore, biography 00:28:18 Hans Christian Andersen is often considered the father of the modern fairy tale, but his life was not the quiet existence depicted in his photos. His personal life is fairly bizarre, and he is sometimes compared to his own outcast fairy tale figures. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-02-22-symhc-bessie-coleman.mp3 Bessie Coleman knew that becoming a pilot was her dream. Because she was a black woman, no American flight schools would admit her. Despite the obstacles, Bessie managed to become the first African-American woman in the world to earn a pilot's license. Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:17:48 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-02-22-symhc-bessie-coleman.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, bessia coleman, pilot, racism, aircraft, flight 00:26:09 Bessie Coleman knew that becoming a pilot was her dream. Because she was a black woman, no American flight schools would admit her. Despite the obstacles, Bessie managed to become the first African-American woman in the world to earn a pilot's license. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-02-20-symhc-mass-54th-reg.mp3 A 1792 law prevented African Americans from taking up arms in the Civil War. As attitudes against blacks serving changed, black regiments were formed. But prejudices remained until the heroism of black soldiers won the attention of the nation. Mon, 20 Feb 2012 16:35:12 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-02-20-symhc-mass-54th-reg.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, massachusetts 54th, racism, civil war, prejudice, black history 00:26:57 A 1792 law prevented African Americans from taking up arms in the Civil War. As attitudes against blacks serving changed, black regiments were formed. But prejudices remained until the heroism of black soldiers won the attention of the nation. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-02-15-symhc-brownings-poets.mp3 Robert Browning’s early work wasn’t as well-received as Elizabeth Barrett's poetry. Yet Barrett mentioned his work in one of her poems, and they started a correspondence that blossomed into love. However, Elizabeth's father remained an obstacle. Wed, 15 Feb 2012 14:23:50 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-02-15-symhc-brownings-poets.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, robert browning, elizabeth barrett, poetry, english history, literature, 00:26:19 Robert Browning’s early work wasn’t as well-received as Elizabeth Barrett's poetry. Yet Barrett mentioned his work in one of her poems, and they started a correspondence that blossomed into love. However, Elizabeth's father remained an obstacle. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-02-13-symhc-lone-ranger.mp3 The Lone Ranger has traditionally been portrayed by white actors, but many believe this character is based on an African-American named Bass Reeves. A former slave, Reeves became one of the most successful lawmen in U.S. history. Tune in to learn more. Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:58:02 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-02-13-symhc-lone-ranger.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, bass reeves, lone ranger, west, history, 00:25:07 The Lone Ranger has traditionally been portrayed by white actors, but many believe this character is based on an African-American named Bass Reeves. A former slave, Reeves became one of the most successful lawmen in U.S. history. Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-02-08-symhc-booth-conspiracy.mp3 Most people know the story of President Lincoln's assassination, but what happened afterward? In this podcast, we cover John Wilkes Booth’s escape, his co-conspirators' attacks against other officials and the strange connections between Booth and Lincoln. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:13:54 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-02-08-symhc-booth-conspiracy.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, sarah, john wilkes booth, abraham lincoln, assassination, conspiracy 00:27:55 Most people know the story of President Lincoln's assassination, but what happened afterward? In this podcast, we cover John Wilkes Booth’s escape, his co-conspirators' attacks against other officials and the strange connections between Booth and Lincoln. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-02-06-symhc-jack-johnson.mp3 During Jack Johnson's time, the heavyweight championship was unofficially a whites-only title. Despite discrimination, he fought title-holder Tommy Burns in 1908. Johnson became the first black heavyweight champion, but some questioned his legitimacy. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:15:51 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-02-06-symhc-jack-johnson.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, jack johnson, boxing, racism, heavyweight champion 00:28:57 During Jack Johnson's time, the heavyweight championship was unofficially a whites-only title. Despite discrimination, he fought title-holder Tommy Burns in 1908. Johnson became the first black heavyweight champion, but some questioned his legitimacy. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-02-01-symhc-stamford-raffles.mp3 By the early 19th century, the Dutch controlled of most of the East Indies. Sir Thomas Stamford Bingley Raffles fought to oust the Dutch from the area. He also tried to enact radical reforms in Java, but he was fired by British East India Company. Why? Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:24:24 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-02-01-symhc-stamford-raffles.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, deblina, Sir Thomas Raffles, british east india company, java 00:29:34 By the early 19th century, the Dutch controlled of most of the East Indies. Sir Thomas Stamford Bingley Raffles fought to oust the Dutch from the area. He also tried to enact radical reforms in Java, but he was fired by British East India Company. Why? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-01-30-symhc-queen-nzinga.mp3 The warrior queen Nzinga used wily tactics to maintain her kingdom’s independence during colonization. Born in the Ndongo Kingdom, Nzinga staged a coup, harbored runaway slaves, and kept a harem of men. Tune in to learn more about queen Nzinga. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:36:40 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-01-30-symhc-queen-nzinga.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, nzinga, ndongo, warrior queen, angola, colonization 00:21:23 The warrior queen Nzinga used wily tactics to maintain her kingdom’s independence during colonization. Born in the Ndongo Kingdom, Nzinga staged a coup, harbored runaway slaves, and kept a harem of men. Tune in to learn more about queen Nzinga. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-01-25-symhc-hh-holmes-part-2.mp3 In the first part of this episode, Deblina and Sarah covered Herman K. Mudgett's early life, including how he first became known as H.H. Holmes. But how did Holmes manage to complete his murder castle? What happened to him afterwards? Tune in to find out. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 11:55:53 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-01-25-symhc-hh-holmes-part-2.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, hh holmes, devil white city, chicago 00:35:57 In the first part of this episode, Deblina and Sarah covered Herman K. Mudgett's early life, including how he first became known as H.H. Holmes. But how did Holmes manage to complete his murder castle? What happened to him afterwards? Tune in to find out. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-01-23-symhc-h-h-holmes-part-one.mp3 As a student, Herman K. Mudgett used corpses to commit insurance fraud. In 1886, he moved to Chicago under the alias H.H. Holmes. In 1888, Holmes started constructing a building with secret passageways and an airtight vault. So, what was it for? Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:21:11 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-01-23-symhc-h-h-holmes-part-one.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, hh holmes, devil white city, chicago, murder 00:24:18 As a student, Herman K. Mudgett used corpses to commit insurance fraud. In 1886, he moved to Chicago under the alias H.H. Holmes. In 1888, Holmes started constructing a building with secret passageways and an airtight vault. So, what was it for? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-01-18-symhc-fridtjof-nansen-part-two.mp3 Norwegian Fridtjof Nansen was an expert skier, zoologist and artist: By combining these skills, he became one of Norway's earliest heroes. Listen in as Deblina and Sarah look at the life and times of Fridtjof Nansen in the second part of this episode. Wed, 18 Jan 2012 11:37:07 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-01-18-symhc-fridtjof-nansen-part-two.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, fridtjof nansen, norway 00:27:59 Norwegian Fridtjof Nansen was an expert skier, zoologist and artist: By combining these skills, he became one of Norway's earliest heroes. Listen in as Deblina and Sarah look at the life and times of Fridtjof Nansen in the second part of this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-01-16-symhc-fridtjof-nansen-part-1.mp3 Fridtjof Nansen was an artist, skier, zoologist and one of Norway's earliest heroes. The first part of this episode covers his early adventures, while part two covers his humanitarian career. Tune in to learn more about his first major expeditions. Mon, 16 Jan 2012 09:05:09 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-01-16-symhc-fridtjof-nansen-part-1.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, fridtjof nansen, history, exploration, norway 00:24:26 Fridtjof Nansen was an artist, skier, zoologist and one of Norway's earliest heroes. The first part of this episode covers his early adventures, while part two covers his humanitarian career. Tune in to learn more about his first major expeditions. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-01-11-symhc-wc-minor-part-2-audible.mp3 When we last left the story of W.C. Minor, he'd fatally shot a man in London. In the conclusion of this episode, Sarah and Deblina look at the events that led Minor to become one of the Oxford English Dictionary's most prolific contributors. Wed, 11 Jan 2012 13:54:04 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-01-11-symhc-wc-minor-part-2-audible.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, wc minor, oxford english dictionary 00:27:26 When we last left the story of W.C. Minor, he'd fatally shot a man in London. In the conclusion of this episode, Sarah and Deblina look at the events that led Minor to become one of the Oxford English Dictionary's most prolific contributors. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-01-09-symhc-5-gangsters.mp3 For every Al Capone, there was a cast of lesser-known men who were often just as dangerous. In this episode, Sarah and Deblina explore the lives of gangsters such as "Machine Gun" Jack McGurn and Roger "The Terrible" Touhy. Tune in to learn more. Mon, 09 Jan 2012 13:49:50 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-01-09-symhc-5-gangsters.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, gangsters, mobsters, capone, dillinger 00:26:55 For every Al Capone, there was a cast of lesser-known men who were often just as dangerous. In this episode, Sarah and Deblina explore the lives of gangsters such as "Machine Gun" Jack McGurn and Roger "The Terrible" Touhy. Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-01-04-symhc-ice-man.mp3 In 1991, two hikers in the Alps found a mysterious body. The frozen mummy turned out to be a 5,300-year-old man -- a discovery that's given researchers an unprecedented peek into the Copper Age. Tune in to learn more about the Iceman. Wed, 04 Jan 2012 13:10:36 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-01-04-symhc-ice-man.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, otzi, ice man, alps, mummy 00:23:15 In 1991, two hikers in the Alps found a mysterious body. The frozen mummy turned out to be a 5,300-year-old man -- a discovery that's given researchers an unprecedented peek into the Copper Age. Tune in to learn more about the Iceman. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-01-02-symhc-wc-minor.mp3 In the first part of this episode, we look at the early days of William Chester Minor. Minor originally studied medicine and served and practiced surgery in the Union Army. Eventually he was committed to a hospital for the insane. But what happened next? Mon, 02 Jan 2012 09:30:20 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2012-01-02-symhc-wc-minor.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, william chester minor, oxford english dictionary 00:18:27 In the first part of this episode, we look at the early days of William Chester Minor. Minor originally studied medicine and served and practiced surgery in the Union Army. Eventually he was committed to a hospital for the insane. But what happened next? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-12-28-symhc-unearthed-part-2.mp3 In part two of this episode, we continue to uncover some of the most interesting historical discoveries of 2011, from the world's oldest winery to France's oldest brewery. Tune in to learn more about the biggest historical discoveries of 2011. Wed, 28 Dec 2011 13:20:35 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-12-28-symhc-unearthed-part-2.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, history 2011, france, brewery, armenia, winery 00:31:16 In part two of this episode, we continue to uncover some of the most interesting historical discoveries of 2011, from the world's oldest winery to France's oldest brewery. Tune in to learn more about the biggest historical discoveries of 2011. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-12-26-symhc-unearthed-part-1.mp3 In this two-part episode, we take a look at some of the most interesting historical finds of 2011, from one of Captain Henry Morgan's pirate ships to a rare portrait of Jane Austen discovered by British author Dr. Paula Byrne. Listen in to learn more. Mon, 26 Dec 2011 11:53:18 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-12-26-symhc-unearthed-part-1.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, discoveries, history, captain morgan, jane austen 00:29:03 In this two-part episode, we take a look at some of the most interesting historical finds of 2011, from one of Captain Henry Morgan's pirate ships to a rare portrait of Jane Austen discovered by British author Dr. Paula Byrne. Listen in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-12-21-symhc-christmas-truce.mp3 During the first Christmas of World War I, British and German soldiers laid down their weapons and celebrated the holiday together. They sang carols, traded insignia and buried their dead. How did the truce start, and why didn't it happen again? Wed, 21 Dec 2011 10:22:14 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-12-21-symhc-christmas-truce.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, christmas truce, world war I, military 00:25:18 During the first Christmas of World War I, British and German soldiers laid down their weapons and celebrated the holiday together. They sang carols, traded insignia and buried their dead. How did the truce start, and why didn't it happen again? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-12-19-symhc-halifax-explosion.mp3 The Halifax Explosion was one of history's worst man-made, non-nuclear explosions. The disaster killed about 2,000 people, and part of the city was completely leveled. So how and when did Halifax begin to rebuild? Tune in to find out. Mon, 19 Dec 2011 15:04:30 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-12-19-symhc-halifax-explosion.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, halifax explosion, disaster, mont blanc, 00:24:43 The Halifax Explosion was one of history's worst man-made, non-nuclear explosions. The disaster killed about 2,000 people, and part of the city was completely leveled. So how and when did Halifax begin to rebuild? Tune in to find out. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-12-14-symhc-rosalind-franklin.mp3 The men who are usually credited with discerning DNA's structure won the Nobel Prize in 1962, but they used Rosalind Franklin's research. In 1952, she captured the best DNA image available at the time, and the Nobel winners used it without her knowledge. Wed, 14 Dec 2011 11:05:02 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-12-14-symhc-rosalind-franklin.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, rosalind franklin, dna, watson, crick, chemistry 00:27:10 The men who are usually credited with discerning DNA's structure won the Nobel Prize in 1962, but they used Rosalind Franklin's research. In 1952, she captured the best DNA image available at the time, and the Nobel winners used it without her knowledge. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-12-12-symhc-fritz-haber.mp3 Fritz Haber has a mixed legacy. The Nobel-Prize-winning Father of Chemical Warfare was responsible for fertilizers that fed billions, as well as poisonous gasses used during World War I. Tune in to learn more about Fritz's complicated life and work. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 15:57:46 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-12-12-symhc-fritz-haber.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, fritz haber, chemistry, nazi, war, nobel 00:23:54 Fritz Haber has a mixed legacy. The Nobel-Prize-winning Father of Chemical Warfare was responsible for fertilizers that fed billions, as well as poisonous gasses used during World War I. Tune in to learn more about Fritz's complicated life and work. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-12-07-symhc-civil-war-nurses.mp3 Women weren’t initially welcome in the Civil War armies, but thousands eventually ended up serving as nurses. We feature five here. Listen in to learn about nurses like Sally Louisa Tompkins, whose hospital became one of the most successful of the war. Wed, 07 Dec 2011 13:18:07 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-12-07-symhc-civil-war-nurses.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, civil war nurses, sally louisa tompkins, clara barton 00:29:48 Women weren’t initially welcome in the Civil War armies, but thousands eventually ended up serving as nurses. We feature five here. Listen in to learn about nurses like Sally Louisa Tompkins, whose hospital became one of the most successful of the war. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-12-05-symhc-john-dillinger-audible.mp3 John Dillinger robbery career began when he was paroled in 1933. Several escaped inmates joined Dillinger, and they were arrested in 1934. Dillinger escaped, but was gunned down in July. To this day, conspiracy theories abound about his death. Mon, 05 Dec 2011 13:10:39 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-12-05-symhc-john-dillinger-audible.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, john dillinger, crime, history, bank robber 00:22:44 John Dillinger robbery career began when he was paroled in 1933. Several escaped inmates joined Dillinger, and they were arrested in 1934. Dillinger escaped, but was gunned down in July. To this day, conspiracy theories abound about his death. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-11-30-symhc-empress-austria.mp3 Empress Elisabeth of Austria, better known as Sissi, is often considered the public’s “favorite” member of the Habsburgs. She only reluctantly carried out her duties, but her murder created an outcry across Europe -- and the story doesn't end there. Wed, 30 Nov 2011 14:24:49 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-11-30-symhc-empress-austria.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, sissi, empress elizabeth, hapsburg, aristocracy 00:30:04 Empress Elisabeth of Austria, better known as Sissi, is often considered the public’s “favorite” member of the Habsburgs. She only reluctantly carried out her duties, but her murder created an outcry across Europe -- and the story doesn't end there. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-11-28-symhc-bertillon.mp3 In the 19th century, Alphonse Bertillon standardized the mug shot and came up with a system of organizing police records; he also conceived a new way of identifying people. Tune in to learn more about the rise -- and fall -- of Bertillon’s system. Mon, 28 Nov 2011 12:14:49 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-11-28-symhc-bertillon.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, Alphonse Bertillon, mug shot, id, police, law enforcement 00:23:07 In the 19th century, Alphonse Bertillon standardized the mug shot and came up with a system of organizing police records; he also conceived a new way of identifying people. Tune in to learn more about the rise -- and fall -- of Bertillon’s system. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-11-23-symhc-stone-wall.mp3 As a Confederate surgeon, Dr. MacGuire's first assignment was under the command of Lieutenant General Thomas J. "Stonewall" Jackson, who became his most famous patient. Tune in to learn what McGuire’s writings reveal about Stonewall's last days. Wed, 23 Nov 2011 11:17:33 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-11-23-symhc-stone-wall.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, hunter macguire, stonewall jackson, civil war 00:22:12 As a Confederate surgeon, Dr. MacGuire's first assignment was under the command of Lieutenant General Thomas J. "Stonewall" Jackson, who became his most famous patient. Tune in to learn what McGuire’s writings reveal about Stonewall's last days. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-11-21-symhc-polio.mp3 Polio was a terrifying threat in the early 20th century: It often left victims paralyzed or dead. Yet two vaccines caused an immediate drop in polio cases and today they’ve nearly eradicated the disease. But what exactly happened? Tune in to find out. Mon, 21 Nov 2011 14:25:38 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-11-21-symhc-polio.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, polio, disease, endemic, vaccine, salk 00:26:28 Polio was a terrifying threat in the early 20th century: It often left victims paralyzed or dead. Yet two vaccines caused an immediate drop in polio cases and today they’ve nearly eradicated the disease. But what exactly happened? Tune in to find out. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-11-16-symhc-van-gogh.mp3 Today, Vincent van Gogh has come to fit our idea of the tortured artist. Aside from his art, he's best known for cutting off his ear and committing suicide. Yet new research debates both of these van Gogh moments. Listen in to learn more about van Gogh. Wed, 16 Nov 2011 14:40:28 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-11-16-symhc-van-gogh.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, vincent van gogh, art, artist, history 00:29:31 Today, Vincent van Gogh has come to fit our idea of the tortured artist. Aside from his art, he's best known for cutting off his ear and committing suicide. Yet new research debates both of these van Gogh moments. Listen in to learn more about van Gogh. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-11-14-symhc-emperor-max-million.mp3 For a time, Mexico was ruled by a Habsburg prince: Ferdinand Maximilian. While Maximilian was unwelcome, he upheld liberal reforms and modernized the government. As his support dwindled, Mexico’s rightful president worked to take back the country. Mon, 14 Nov 2011 15:07:24 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-11-14-symhc-emperor-max-million.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, hapsburg, mexico, ferdinand maximillian 00:23:03 For a time, Mexico was ruled by a Habsburg prince: Ferdinand Maximilian. While Maximilian was unwelcome, he upheld liberal reforms and modernized the government. As his support dwindled, Mexico’s rightful president worked to take back the country. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-11-09-symhc-gun-powder-part-2-audible.mp3 In Part 2 of The Gunpowder Plot, we discuss how a group of English Catholics attempted to carry out their plan. Yet the Plot was discovered days before the event. Were the conspirators betrayed by someone within their own ranks? Tune in to learn more. Wed, 09 Nov 2011 14:21:03 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-11-09-symhc-gun-powder-part-2-audible.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, gun powder plot, november 5, guy fawkes 00:21:57 In Part 2 of The Gunpowder Plot, we discuss how a group of English Catholics attempted to carry out their plan. Yet the Plot was discovered days before the event. Were the conspirators betrayed by someone within their own ranks? Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-11-07-symhc-blood-work-part-2.mp3 In part two of this interview series, Dr. Holly Tucker discusses the research methods behind her new book, "Blood Work: A Tale of Medicine and Murder in the Scientific Revolution." Listen in to learn more about the controversial history of transfusions. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 13:48:49 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-11-07-symhc-blood-work-part-2.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, holly tucker, blood work, blood transfusion, interview 00:33:26 In part two of this interview series, Dr. Holly Tucker discusses the research methods behind her new book, "Blood Work: A Tale of Medicine and Murder in the Scientific Revolution." Listen in to learn more about the controversial history of transfusions. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-11-02-symhc-gun-powder-part-1.mp3 Under Queen Elizabeth I, English Catholics were subject to discriminatory laws. When King James I took the throne, Catholics unsuccessfully petitioned him for toleration. Tune in to learn how this led a group of Catholics to attempt regicide. Wed, 02 Nov 2011 11:21:11 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-11-02-symhc-gun-powder-part-1.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, ferdinand maximilian, hapsburg, mexico 00:14:53 Under Queen Elizabeth I, English Catholics were subject to discriminatory laws. When King James I took the throne, Catholics unsuccessfully petitioned him for toleration. Tune in to learn how this led a group of Catholics to attempt regicide. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-10-31-symhc-blood-work-part-1.mp3 In part one of a special author interview, Dr. Holly Tucker talks about her new book, "Blood Work: A Tale of Medicine and Murder in the Scientific Revolution." Tune in to learn more about the startling history of blood transfusion. Mon, 31 Oct 2011 12:03:55 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-10-31-symhc-blood-work-part-1.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, holly tucker, blood work, medical history 00:34:23 In part one of a special author interview, Dr. Holly Tucker talks about her new book, "Blood Work: A Tale of Medicine and Murder in the Scientific Revolution." Tune in to learn more about the startling history of blood transfusion. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-10-26-symhc-civil-war-doctors.mp3 When the Civil War began, Mary Edwards Walker sought work as a surgeon. When the Union refused to give her an appointment, she worked as a volunteer. She became the first woman to win a Medal of Honor. Tune in to learn more about Mary Edwards Walker. Wed, 26 Oct 2011 11:46:52 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-10-26-symhc-civil-war-doctors.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, mary edwards walker, civil war, medicine, gender 00:20:50 When the Civil War began, Mary Edwards Walker sought work as a surgeon. When the Union refused to give her an appointment, she worked as a volunteer. She became the first woman to win a Medal of Honor. Tune in to learn more about Mary Edwards Walker. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-10-24-symhc-alchemy.mp3 Many think of alchemy as a fool’s pursuit, but alchemy has a rich history closely tied to medicine and metallurgy. Additionally, techniques developed by alchemists strongly influenced chemistry. So how come we don’t call chemistry alchemy? Mon, 24 Oct 2011 13:14:16 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-10-24-symhc-alchemy.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, deblina, sarah, alchemy, chemistry, scientific history 00:25:00 Many think of alchemy as a fool’s pursuit, but alchemy has a rich history closely tied to medicine and metallurgy. Additionally, techniques developed by alchemists strongly influenced chemistry. So how come we don’t call chemistry alchemy? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-10-19-symhc-frankenstein.mp3 It's no secret that Mary Shelley's infamous novel has influenced generations of writers, but is completely based on fiction, or was Shelley inspired by real-life events? Tune in to learn more about the real Dr. Frankenstein. Wed, 19 Oct 2011 15:20:19 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-10-19-symhc-frankenstein.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, frankenstein, mary shelley 00:22:32 It's no secret that Mary Shelley's infamous novel has influenced generations of writers, but is completely based on fiction, or was Shelley inspired by real-life events? Tune in to learn more about the real Dr. Frankenstein. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-10-17-symhc-cadaver-trial.mp3 In 897, Pope Stephen VI had his deceased predecessor Formosus exhumed and put on trial. The corpse was found guilty, but this desecration disgusted Romans and made them rebel. Tune in to learn more about the period known as the Papal Pornocracy. Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:19:46 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-10-17-symhc-cadaver-trial.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, formosus, stephen vi, papal pornocracy 00:19:47 In 897, Pope Stephen VI had his deceased predecessor Formosus exhumed and put on trial. The corpse was found guilty, but this desecration disgusted Romans and made them rebel. Tune in to learn more about the period known as the Papal Pornocracy. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-10-12-symhc-sisters-fox-2.mp3 In 1848, the Fox family began hearing strange noises, and sisters Maggie and Kate started communicating with spirits. They built a career as mediums, and today they're credited with launching the modern spiritualist movement. But was it all a hoax? Wed, 12 Oct 2011 13:21:48 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-10-12-symhc-sisters-fox.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, sisters fox, maggie and kate, spiritualist, medium 00:26:25 In 1848, the Fox family began hearing strange noises, and sisters Maggie and Kate started communicating with spirits. They built a career as mediums, and today they're credited with launching the modern spiritualist movement. But was it all a hoax? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-10-10-symhc-admiral-yi-sun-sin.mp3 When Japan invaded Korea in 1592, the Korean forces were unprepared for Japan's troops. The Korean navy, however, was a different story. Commanding Admiral Yi Sun-sin repeatedly defeated the Japanese. But was it enough to end the war? Tune in to find out. Mon, 10 Oct 2011 15:05:13 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-10-10-symhc-admiral-yi-sun-sin.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, admiral yi sun-sin, chinese history 00:25:50 When Japan invaded Korea in 1592, the Korean forces were unprepared for Japan's troops. The Korean navy, however, was a different story. Commanding Admiral Yi Sun-sin repeatedly defeated the Japanese. But was it enough to end the war? Tune in to find out. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-10-05-symhc-john-dee-sorcerer.mp3 Born in 1527 to a Welsh family, John Dee grew to become one of Queen Elizabeth's most memorable advisors. Join Sarah and Deblina as they delve into the life and times of this scholar, statesman and sorcerer. Wed, 05 Oct 2011 11:12:14 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-10-05-symhc-john-dee-sorcerer.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, john dee, sorcerer 00:26:28 Born in 1527 to a Welsh family, John Dee grew to become one of Queen Elizabeth's most memorable advisors. Join Sarah and Deblina as they delve into the life and times of this scholar, statesman and sorcerer. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-10-03-symhc-db-cooper.mp3 In 1971, a man calling himself Dan Cooper hijacked Northwest Orient Airlines flight 305. He received a ransom of $200,000 -- and then jumped out in midair. Over the years, the FBI has searched for Cooper with little luck. Tune in to learn more. Mon, 03 Oct 2011 09:59:15 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-10-03-symhc-db-cooper.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, db cooper, hijacker, plane, airplane 00:18:49 In 1971, a man calling himself Dan Cooper hijacked Northwest Orient Airlines flight 305. He received a ransom of $200,000 -- and then jumped out in midair. Over the years, the FBI has searched for Cooper with little luck. Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-09-28-symhc-bell-gunness.mp3 In 1908, a fire leveled the Indiana home of Belle Gunness. Four bodies were found in the cellar, and it seemed possible that Gunnes might have escaped. When about a dozen more bodies were found, Gunness was revealed as a serial killer. Wed, 28 Sep 2011 13:15:43 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-09-28-symhc-bell-gunness.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, belle gunnes, serial killer, murder 00:20:55 In 1908, a fire leveled the Indiana home of Belle Gunness. Four bodies were found in the cellar, and it seemed possible that Gunnes might have escaped. When about a dozen more bodies were found, Gunness was revealed as a serial killer. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-09-26-symhc-freedom-riders-part-3.mp3 The final part of this series takes place in Australia, where students were inspired by the Freedom Rides and protested discrimination against Aborigines. Tune in to learn how the group tried to break down racial barriers and empower local Aborigines. Mon, 26 Sep 2011 15:43:46 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-09-26-symhc-freedom-riders-part-3.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, freedom rides, australia, discrimination 00:21:33 The final part of this series takes place in Australia, where students were inspired by the Freedom Rides and protested discrimination against Aborigines. Tune in to learn how the group tried to break down racial barriers and empower local Aborigines. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-09-21-symhc-bush-rangers-part-2.mp3 After 1853, many bushrangers were native-born. Ben Hall seemed on track for a peaceful life until two wrongful arrests put him on different path. And then there's “Mad” Dan Morgan. who was known for meaningless murders, cruelty and violence. Wed, 21 Sep 2011 14:19:52 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-09-21-symhc-bush-rangers-part-2.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, bushrangers, australia, ned 00:16:53 After 1853, many bushrangers were native-born. Ben Hall seemed on track for a peaceful life until two wrongful arrests put him on different path. And then there's “Mad” Dan Morgan. who was known for meaningless murders, cruelty and violence. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-09-19-symhc-freedom-riders-part-2.mp3 When Nashville college students picked up where CORE riders stopped, they were eventually incarcerated in Mississippi. Yet more riders kept coming. Tune in to learn more about this major victory for the Civil Rights movement in this follow-up episode. Mon, 19 Sep 2011 15:32:24 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-09-19-symhc-freedom-riders-part-2.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, freedom riders, core, segregation, civil rights 00:17:55 When Nashville college students picked up where CORE riders stopped, they were eventually incarcerated in Mississippi. Yet more riders kept coming. Tune in to learn more about this major victory for the Civil Rights movement in this follow-up episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-09-14-symhc-bush-rangers-part-1.mp3 While Ned Kelly may be the most famous bushranger, he's certainly not the only one. Join Deblina and Sarah as they explore the lives of early bush rangers in this podcast. Wed, 14 Sep 2011 10:30:06 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-09-14-symhc-bush-rangers-part-1.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, bushrangers, australia, ned 00:21:34 While Ned Kelly may be the most famous bushranger, he's certainly not the only one. Join Deblina and Sarah as they explore the lives of early bush rangers in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-09-12-symhc-freedom-riders-core.mp3 In 1961, buses and terminals in the South were illegally segregated. The Civil Rights group CORE sent riders to test the law, riding from D.C., to New Orleans. However, no one was prepared for the violence that waited in Alabama. Tune in to learn more. Mon, 12 Sep 2011 12:09:19 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-09-12-symhc-freedom-riders-core.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, freedom riders, core, segregation, civil rights 00:17:37 In 1961, buses and terminals in the South were illegally segregated. The Civil Rights group CORE sent riders to test the law, riding from D.C., to New Orleans. However, no one was prepared for the violence that waited in Alabama. Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-09-07-symhc-radium-girls.mp3 Between in 1917, hundreds of women got jobs applying radium-treated paint to various products. Many experienced severe health problems. Five former workers decided to sue the U.S. Radium corporation, and faced a campaign of misinformation. Wed, 07 Sep 2011 12:04:04 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-09-07-symhc-radium-girls.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, radium girls, radium, workplace safety 00:30:11 Between in 1917, hundreds of women got jobs applying radium-treated paint to various products. Many experienced severe health problems. Five former workers decided to sue the U.S. Radium corporation, and faced a campaign of misinformation. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-09-05-symhc-5-war-dogs.mp3 Dogs have been used in war for a long time and are still used today. In this episode, Sarah and Deblina look at five war dogs known for their strength, loyalty and intelligence. Tune in to learn more about war dogs from World War I through Vietnam. Mon, 05 Sep 2011 15:45:30 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-09-05-symhc-5-war-dogs.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, dogs, war, war dogs 00:26:58 Dogs have been used in war for a long time and are still used today. In this episode, Sarah and Deblina look at five war dogs known for their strength, loyalty and intelligence. Tune in to learn more about war dogs from World War I through Vietnam. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-08-31-symhc-sampling-historic-spirits-part-2.mp3 The second episode of this two-part podcast covers historic alcohol that’s still (mostly) drinkable. Tune in to learn more about the world’s oldest Champagne, a bottle of beer from the Hindenburg, and whisky from the failed Endurance expedition. Wed, 31 Aug 2011 11:40:36 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-08-31-symhc-sampling-historic-spirits-part-2.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, alcohol, spirits, society, ancient brew 00:17:44 The second episode of this two-part podcast covers historic alcohol that’s still (mostly) drinkable. Tune in to learn more about the world’s oldest Champagne, a bottle of beer from the Hindenburg, and whisky from the failed Endurance expedition. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-08-29-symhc-tamerlane-battle-ankara.mp3 Timur the Lame (that's Tamerlane to the Westerners) conquered areas from Persia to Russia throughout the late 1300s. His last great battle was in Ankara against Sultan Bayezid I. But how exactly did he gain the upper hand? Tune in to find out. Mon, 29 Aug 2011 15:55:43 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-08-29-symhc-tamerlane-battle-ankara.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, matilda, steven, the anarchy, 1120 00:30:25 Timur the Lame (that's Tamerlane to the Westerners) conquered areas from Persia to Russia throughout the late 1300s. His last great battle was in Ankara against Sultan Bayezid I. But how exactly did he gain the upper hand? Tune in to find out. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-08-24-symhc-sampling-historic-spirits-part-1.mp3 Ancient alcohol can tell us a lot about a society. In this episode, Sarah and Deblina cover millennia-old residues left behind in Chinese pottery, Egyptian jars and more. They also explore the science behind identifying the ingredients of these brews. Wed, 24 Aug 2011 11:32:35 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-08-24-symhc-sampling-historic-spirits-part-1.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, alcohol, spirits, society, ancient brew 00:21:40 Ancient alcohol can tell us a lot about a society. In this episode, Sarah and Deblina cover millennia-old residues left behind in Chinese pottery, Egyptian jars and more. They also explore the science behind identifying the ingredients of these brews. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-08-22-symhc-white-ship-empress-matilda.mp3 In 1120, the heir to the throne, three of the king’s other children, and many of the kingdom's youths drowned at sea. This left a woman named Matilda as heir. Yet her cousin Stephen seized the prize, triggering 19 years of battle called “The Anarchy." Mon, 22 Aug 2011 16:25:17 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-08-22-symhc-white-ship-empress-matilda.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, matilda, steven, the anarchy, 1120 00:23:54 In 1120, the heir to the throne, three of the king’s other children, and many of the kingdom's youths drowned at sea. This left a woman named Matilda as heir. Yet her cousin Stephen seized the prize, triggering 19 years of battle called “The Anarchy." HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-08-17-symhc-historical-hoaxes.mp3 Historical hoaxes are surprisingly common. For example, a N.Y. cigar maker once commissioned a gypsum skeleton to pass off as a 10-foot-tall petrified man called the Cardiff Giant. Join Deblina and Sarah as they explore history's most successful hoaxes. Wed, 17 Aug 2011 16:04:21 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-08-17-symhc-historical-hoaxes.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, hoax, hoaxes, cardiff giant 00:32:03 Historical hoaxes are surprisingly common. For example, a N.Y. cigar maker once commissioned a gypsum skeleton to pass off as a 10-foot-tall petrified man called the Cardiff Giant. Join Deblina and Sarah as they explore history's most successful hoaxes. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-08-15-symhc-war-of-the-worlds.mp3 In 1938 Orson Welles produced a series of radio dramas, including one based on “War of the Worlds.” The broadcast aired the night before Halloween and caused a mass panic. But why did so many listeners believe the show was real? Tune in to find out. Mon, 15 Aug 2011 14:50:01 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-08-15-symhc-war-of-the-worlds.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, orson welles, war of the worlds 00:29:27 In 1938 Orson Welles produced a series of radio dramas, including one based on “War of the Worlds.” The broadcast aired the night before Halloween and caused a mass panic. But why did so many listeners believe the show was real? Tune in to find out. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-08-10-symhc-nikolai-vavilov.mp3 Nikolai Vavilov traveled to 64 countries gathering seeds and plants and established the first seed bank. Stalin had the botanist sentenced to death, but his seed bank endured: Other scientists guarded the stores from rats, starving Russians and the Nazis. Wed, 10 Aug 2011 11:59:05 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-08-10-symhc-nikolai-vavilov.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, nikolai vavilov, russia, seed bank, botany 00:21:52 Nikolai Vavilov traveled to 64 countries gathering seeds and plants and established the first seed bank. Stalin had the botanist sentenced to death, but his seed bank endured: Other scientists guarded the stores from rats, starving Russians and the Nazis. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-08-08-symhc-mccullough-interview-part-two.mp3 In the second portion of their interview with author David McCullough, Sarah and Deblina, focus specifically on their favorite parts of his new book "The Greater Journey: Americans in Paris." Tune in to learn more about McCullough's research process. Mon, 08 Aug 2011 14:02:36 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-08-08-symhc-mccullough-interview-part-two.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, david mccullough, americans in paris 00:25:36 In the second portion of their interview with author David McCullough, Sarah and Deblina, focus specifically on their favorite parts of his new book "The Greater Journey: Americans in Paris." Tune in to learn more about McCullough's research process. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-08-03-symhc-leo-frank.mp3 In 1913, 13-year-old Atlanta factory worker Mary Phagan stopped in for her pay -- and was never seen alive again. Authorities charged Jewish superintendent Leo M. Frank with murder. But did Frank kill Mary Phagan, or was he framed? Tune in to learn more. Wed, 03 Aug 2011 15:52:35 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-08-03-symhc-leo-frank.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, leo frank, mary phagan, atlanta 00:22:43 In 1913, 13-year-old Atlanta factory worker Mary Phagan stopped in for her pay -- and was never seen alive again. Authorities charged Jewish superintendent Leo M. Frank with murder. But did Frank kill Mary Phagan, or was he framed? Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-08-01-symhc-marian-anderson.mp3 An acclaimed African-American contralto, Marian Anderson was barred from singing in Constitution Hall in 1939. She sang at the Lincoln Memorial instead. The concert was broadcast around the country -- and also heard by a young Martin Luther King, Jr. Mon, 01 Aug 2011 13:18:09 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-08-01-symhc-marian-anderson.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, marian anderson, civil rights, lincoln memorial 00:30:26 An acclaimed African-American contralto, Marian Anderson was barred from singing in Constitution Hall in 1939. She sang at the Lincoln Memorial instead. The concert was broadcast around the country -- and also heard by a young Martin Luther King, Jr. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-07-27-symhc-bayeux-tapestry.mp3 The Bayeux Tapestry is considered the one of the most important images of the Medieval Age. It’s a stunning piece of art, and it covers a crucial event in Western history: The Norman Conquest of Britain. Tune in to learn more about the Bayeux Tapestry. Wed, 27 Jul 2011 13:00:25 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-07-27-symhc-bayeux-tapestry.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, bayeux tapestry, medieval age, european history 00:21:21 The Bayeux Tapestry is considered the one of the most important images of the Medieval Age. It’s a stunning piece of art, and it covers a crucial event in Western history: The Norman Conquest of Britain. Tune in to learn more about the Bayeux Tapestry. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-07-25-symhc-false-demitry.mp3 The false Dmitriy was actually one of three imposters claiming to be the son of Ivan the Terrible. So what made his story seem more believable to the Russian populace? Join Sarah and Deblina as they examine the curious tale of the False Dmitriy. Mon, 25 Jul 2011 10:20:36 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-07-25-symhc-false-demitry.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, false dmitriy, russia, tsar, ivan 00:20:58 The false Dmitriy was actually one of three imposters claiming to be the son of Ivan the Terrible. So what made his story seem more believable to the Russian populace? Join Sarah and Deblina as they examine the curious tale of the False Dmitriy. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-07-20-symhc-rise-all-carthage.mp3 Carthage was a trading hub of the ancient world, challenging the budding Roman Republic. In 264 B.C., Rome and Carthage began the Punic Wars, which continued for more than a century. Tune in to learn more about the rise -- and fall -- of Carthage. Wed, 20 Jul 2011 13:14:29 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-07-20-symhc-rise-all-carthage.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, carthage, punic wars, rome 00:24:01 Carthage was a trading hub of the ancient world, challenging the budding Roman Republic. In 264 B.C., Rome and Carthage began the Punic Wars, which continued for more than a century. Tune in to learn more about the rise -- and fall -- of Carthage. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-07-18-symhc-white-rajahs-srawak.mp3 In the 1830s, James Brooke sailed toward the Malay Archipelago and ended up becoming the Rajah of Sarawak. Brooke governed Sarawak until the 1860s and made several beneficial reforms. But what happened next? Join Sarah and Deblina to learn more. Mon, 18 Jul 2011 13:24:50 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-07-18-symhc-white-rajahs-srawak.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, james brooke, white rajah, sarawak, borneo 00:18:32 In the 1830s, James Brooke sailed toward the Malay Archipelago and ended up becoming the Rajah of Sarawak. Brooke governed Sarawak until the 1860s and made several beneficial reforms. But what happened next? Join Sarah and Deblina to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-07-13-symhc-mary-eliz-bowser.mp3 After her father died, Elizabeth Van Lew freed the family slaves, including a girl named Mary. When the Civil War began, sources say Mary became an agent in Van Lew’s “Richmond Ring." Join Sarah and Deblina to learn more about Civil War spies. Wed, 13 Jul 2011 11:40:25 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-07-13-symhc-mary-eliz-bowser.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, mary-elizabeth bowser, civil war spy, espionage 00:19:57 After her father died, Elizabeth Van Lew freed the family slaves, including a girl named Mary. When the Civil War began, sources say Mary became an agent in Van Lew’s “Richmond Ring." Join Sarah and Deblina to learn more about Civil War spies. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-07-11-symhc-darien-disaster.mp3 In the late 1600s, a financier tried to start a Scottish colony in Panama. Despite English roadblocks, the Scots successfully raised funding. But the expedition faced disease, death and poor trade, taking down the settlers -- and, ultimately, Scotland. Mon, 11 Jul 2011 15:26:18 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-07-11-symhc-darien-disaster.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, scotland, panama, uk history 00:22:13 In the late 1600s, a financier tried to start a Scottish colony in Panama. Despite English roadblocks, the Scots successfully raised funding. But the expedition faced disease, death and poor trade, taking down the settlers -- and, ultimately, Scotland. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-07-06-symhc-victoria-and-albert.mp3 She’s one of Britain's best-loved queens, but Victoria’s parentage made her an unlikely heir. When she became queen at 18, she rebelled from her upbringing. But an early marriage to her cousin Albert changed the way she lived and ruled. Wed, 06 Jul 2011 11:47:57 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-07-06-symhc-victoria-and-albert.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, queen victoria, royal history, aristocracy, english history 00:27:43 She’s one of Britain's best-loved queens, but Victoria’s parentage made her an unlikely heir. When she became queen at 18, she rebelled from her upbringing. But an early marriage to her cousin Albert changed the way she lived and ruled. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-07-04-symhc-belle-boyd.mp3 Belle Boyd got her start as a spy in Martinsburg, Virginia, at the age of 17. In 1862, the "Cleopatra of the Succession" obtained – and risked her life to deliver -- information that may have been pivotal to the outcome of the Battle of Front Royal. Mon, 04 Jul 2011 15:15:37 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-07-04-symhc-belle-boyd.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, belle boyd, civil war, espionage, spy 00:20:35 Belle Boyd got her start as a spy in Martinsburg, Virginia, at the age of 17. In 1862, the "Cleopatra of the Succession" obtained – and risked her life to deliver -- information that may have been pivotal to the outcome of the Battle of Front Royal. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-06-29-symhc-rite-spring-riot.mp3 Riots are a distressingly common part of human history, and the strangest events can trigger widespread violence. In this episode, Deblina and Sarah take a closer look at one of history's strangest riots. Tune in to learn more. Wed, 29 Jun 2011 11:44:04 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-06-29-symhc-rite-spring-riot.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, rite of spring riot, classical music 00:23:42 Riots are a distressingly common part of human history, and the strangest events can trigger widespread violence. In this episode, Deblina and Sarah take a closer look at one of history's strangest riots. Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-06-27-symhc-allen-pinkerton.mp3 Allan Pinkerton fell into detective work when he discovered a gang of counterfeiters in Illinois. In 1861, he helped thwart a plot to assassinate Abraham Lincoln, which may have led Lincoln to later tap Pinkerton to organize the first Union espionage. Mon, 27 Jun 2011 14:02:42 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-06-27-symhc-allen-pinkerton.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, allen pinkerton, civil war, espionage, spies, lincoln 00:20:33 Allan Pinkerton fell into detective work when he discovered a gang of counterfeiters in Illinois. In 1861, he helped thwart a plot to assassinate Abraham Lincoln, which may have led Lincoln to later tap Pinkerton to organize the first Union espionage. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-06-22-symhc-alan-turing.mp3 Alan Turing, conceived of computers decades before anyone was building one. He also acted as a top-secret code breaker during World War II. Despite his accomplishments, he was prosecuted as a homosexual by the British government. Tune in to learn more. Wed, 22 Jun 2011 15:08:02 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-06-22-symhc-alan-turing.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, alan turing, turing test, cryptography, computer science 00:03:06 Alan Turing, conceived of computers decades before anyone was building one. He also acted as a top-secret code breaker during World War II. Despite his accomplishments, he was prosecuted as a homosexual by the British government. Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-06-20-symhc-ned-kelly-last-stand.mp3 Bushrangers, a type of bandit, troubled Australia until the late 1800s. Ned Kelly, the most famous bushranger, became an outlaw in 1878, and his gang successfully conducted several raids. Tune in to learn why many Australians think of him as a folk hero. Mon, 20 Jun 2011 13:12:58 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-06-20-symhc-ned-kelly-last-stand.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, ned kelly, australia, bushranger, bandit, 00:19:36 Bushrangers, a type of bandit, troubled Australia until the late 1800s. Ned Kelly, the most famous bushranger, became an outlaw in 1878, and his gang successfully conducted several raids. Tune in to learn why many Australians think of him as a folk hero. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-06-15-symhc-copper-kings-recluse-heiress.mp3 Recently deceased heiress Huguette Clark was reclusive -- she hadn't been photographed since 1930. Her father was the wealthy William Andrews Clark, whose political battles started the War of the Copper Kings. Tune in to learn more about the Clark family. Wed, 15 Jun 2011 12:18:28 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-06-15-symhc-copper-kings-recluse-heiress.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, hugette clark, copper kings, recluse 00:16:58 Recently deceased heiress Huguette Clark was reclusive -- she hadn't been photographed since 1930. Her father was the wealthy William Andrews Clark, whose political battles started the War of the Copper Kings. Tune in to learn more about the Clark family. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-06-13-symhc-king-beaver-island.mp3 In 1850, James Strang was crowned king of Michigan's Beaver Island. He got the opportunity to lead after meeting Joseph Smith and converting to Mormonism. After Smith’s death, Strang tried to step in as his successor. Tune in to learn what happened next. Mon, 13 Jun 2011 13:15:02 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-06-13-symhc-king-beaver-island.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, james strang, mormon, king, beaver island 00:16:58 In 1850, James Strang was crowned king of Michigan's Beaver Island. He got the opportunity to lead after meeting Joseph Smith and converting to Mormonism. After Smith’s death, Strang tried to step in as his successor. Tune in to learn what happened next. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-06-08-symhc-cahokia.mp3 Most people have heard of great South and Central American empires, but Mississippian civilizations are more obscure. At its peak, the Mississippian city known as Cahokia was bigger than London. So how did it get so big -- and why was it abandoned? Wed, 08 Jun 2011 13:59:41 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-06-08-symhc-cahokia.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, north america history, cahokia, mississippian history 00:16:58 Most people have heard of great South and Central American empires, but Mississippian civilizations are more obscure. At its peak, the Mississippian city known as Cahokia was bigger than London. So how did it get so big -- and why was it abandoned? HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-06-06-symhc-pride-sorrow-chess.mp3 Bobby Fischer called Paul Morphy “the greatest chess genius in history,” By age 20, he earned recognition as America’s best player after winning the nation’s first chess championship tournament in 1857. So why did his career end after only two years? Mon, 06 Jun 2011 14:20:42 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-06-06-symhc-pride-sorrow-chess.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, paul morphy, chess, bobby fischer 00:18:48 Bobby Fischer called Paul Morphy “the greatest chess genius in history,” By age 20, he earned recognition as America’s best player after winning the nation’s first chess championship tournament in 1857. So why did his career end after only two years? HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-06-01-symhc-princess-caraboo.mp3 When a mysterious woman sporting a turban showed up in England, people took her for a foreign beggar. But she claimed to be a princess who had been kidnapped by pirates! Eventually, however, the truth proved stranger than fiction. Tune in to learn more. Wed, 01 Jun 2011 12:24:46 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-06-01-symhc-princess-caraboo.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, princess caraboo, imposter, fraud 00:17:23 When a mysterious woman sporting a turban showed up in England, people took her for a foreign beggar. But she claimed to be a princess who had been kidnapped by pirates! Eventually, however, the truth proved stranger than fiction. Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-05-30-symhc-famous-fires.mp3 After covering the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire, Deblina and Sarah return to the topic of disastrous fires in history. Listen in as they recount some of history's most famous fires, comparing and contrasting the factors leading to these catastrophes. Mon, 30 May 2011 16:25:45 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-05-30-symhc-famous-fires.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, historical fires, fires, 00:27:58 After covering the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire, Deblina and Sarah return to the topic of disastrous fires in history. Listen in as they recount some of history's most famous fires, comparing and contrasting the factors leading to these catastrophes. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-05-25-symhc-mccullough-interview.mp3 In this episode, Pulitzer Prize-winning author David McCullough discusses his book "The Greater Journey: Americans in Paris," which follows the experiences of American expats in the French capital. Tune in to learn more about McCullough's work. Wed, 25 May 2011 17:10:12 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-05-25-symhc-mccullough-interview.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, david mccullough, the greater journey, nonfiction 00:23:45 In this episode, Pulitzer Prize-winning author David McCullough discusses his book "The Greater Journey: Americans in Paris," which follows the experiences of American expats in the French capital. Tune in to learn more about McCullough's work. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-05-23-symhc-queen-victoria-abdul-karim.mp3 Queen Victoria loved two men: Prince Albert, and after his death, her servant, John Brown. Late in life, the Queen had a third partner, a Muslim man named Abdul Karim. So why did Victoria’s children want the records of this relationship destroyed? Mon, 23 May 2011 14:24:45 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-05-23-symhc-queen-victoria-abdul-karim.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, abdul karim, queen victoria, royalty 00:18:26 Queen Victoria loved two men: Prince Albert, and after his death, her servant, John Brown. Late in life, the Queen had a third partner, a Muslim man named Abdul Karim. So why did Victoria’s children want the records of this relationship destroyed? HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-05-18-symhc-fire-triangle-shirtwaist.mp3 In the early 1900s, New York City's Triangle Shirtwaist factory was one of the largest blouse factories in the city. It was also incredibly unsafe. Learn how a fire at this factory triggered a national change in attitudes surrounding workplace safety. Wed, 18 May 2011 14:32:46 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-05-18-symhc-fire-triangle-shirtwaist.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, bismarck, uboat, war, battleship, shipwreck 00:18:30 In the early 1900s, New York City's Triangle Shirtwaist factory was one of the largest blouse factories in the city. It was also incredibly unsafe. Learn how a fire at this factory triggered a national change in attitudes surrounding workplace safety. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-05-16-symhc-sink-bismarck.mp3 The German battleship Bismarck was the most feared warship in the world – a powerful complement to U-boats. But when she sank the pride of the British fleet, the battle cruiser Hood, in a matter of minutes, her fate was sealed. Tune in to learn more. Mon, 16 May 2011 16:31:40 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-05-16-symhc-sink-bismarck.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, bismarck, uboat, war, battleship, shipwreck 00:18:32 The German battleship Bismarck was the most feared warship in the world – a powerful complement to U-boats. But when she sank the pride of the British fleet, the battle cruiser Hood, in a matter of minutes, her fate was sealed. Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-05-11-symhc-poison-squad.mp3 In the late 1800s, no one really monitored food additives. After Congress refused to regulate food safety, Harvey Wiley had groups of healthy men ingest poisons for six months. Tune in to learn how these "Poison Squads" shed new light on Wiley’s cause. Wed, 11 May 2011 12:23:07 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-05-11-symhc-poison-squad.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, harvey wiley, fda, food safety, nutrition 00:19:38 In the late 1800s, no one really monitored food additives. After Congress refused to regulate food safety, Harvey Wiley had groups of healthy men ingest poisons for six months. Tune in to learn how these "Poison Squads" shed new light on Wiley’s cause. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-05-09-symhc-real-300.mp3 It's the three-hundredth episode of your favorite history podcast, and what better way to celebrate than to take a closer look at real story behind the blockbuster film 300? Listen in and learn more in this episode. Mon, 09 May 2011 14:21:58 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-05-09-symhc-real-300.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, 300, sparta, leonidus 00:20:10 It's the three-hundredth episode of your favorite history podcast, and what better way to celebrate than to take a closer look at real story behind the blockbuster film 300? Listen in and learn more in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-05-04-symhc-battleships.mp3 In this all-listener-suggested episode, Deblina and Sarah take a look at why four different warships from around the world went down, and why they were built In the first place. Tune in to learn if your suggestion made it on the airwaves. Wed, 04 May 2011 15:38:07 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-05-04-symhc-battleships.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, shipwreck, battleship, 00:34:14 In this all-listener-suggested episode, Deblina and Sarah take a look at why four different warships from around the world went down, and why they were built In the first place. Tune in to learn if your suggestion made it on the airwaves. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-05-02-symhc-jimmy-winkfield.mp3 Jimmy Winkfield won the Kentucky Derby twice, and he was also the last African-American jockey to win the race. Winkfield moved abroad in 1904 to continue his career, but it wasn't until 2005 that Congress honored his work. Tune in to learn more. Mon, 02 May 2011 14:41:04 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-05-02-symhc-jimmy-winkfield.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, jimmy winkfield, horse racing, kentucky derby 00:18:27 Jimmy Winkfield won the Kentucky Derby twice, and he was also the last African-American jockey to win the race. Winkfield moved abroad in 1904 to continue his career, but it wasn't until 2005 that Congress honored his work. Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-04-27-symhc-5-shipwreck-stories.mp3 From the sinking of Black Sam's Wydah to the Medusa's disastrous accident off the African coast, history is rife with tales of shipwrecks. Listen in as Sarah and Deblina as they recount the stories of five shipwrecks that have made their mark on history Wed, 27 Apr 2011 15:44:38 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-04-27-symhc-5-shipwreck-stories.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, shipwreck, maritime history, medusa, wydah 00:31:33 From the sinking of Black Sam's Wydah to the Medusa's disastrous accident off the African coast, history is rife with tales of shipwrecks. Listen in as Sarah and Deblina as they recount the stories of five shipwrecks that have made their mark on history HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-04-25-symhc-tussaud-test-popularity.mp3 Although Madame Tussaud's museum is world-famous, the story of Marie Tussaud herself is less well-known. So who exactly was she, and how did she create one of the world's most popular museums? Tune in and learn more in this episode. Mon, 25 Apr 2011 12:57:12 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-04-25-symhc-tussaud-test-popularity.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, tussaud, wax museum, popularity, 00:29:15 Although Madame Tussaud's museum is world-famous, the story of Marie Tussaud herself is less well-known. So who exactly was she, and how did she create one of the world's most popular museums? Tune in and learn more in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-04-20-symhc-westminster-abbey-royal-wedding.mp3 This year, Prince William and Kate Middleton will be getting married at Westminster Abbey. Listen in to learn more about royal weddings as Sarah and Deblina travel through the centuries to look at the Abbey’s connections to the crown and to the Windsors. Wed, 20 Apr 2011 16:40:41 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-04-20-symhc-westminster-abbey-royal-wedding.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, westminster abbey, royal wedding 00:16:35 This year, Prince William and Kate Middleton will be getting married at Westminster Abbey. Listen in to learn more about royal weddings as Sarah and Deblina travel through the centuries to look at the Abbey’s connections to the crown and to the Windsors. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-04-18-symhc-lindbergh-baby.mp3 On March 1, 1932, 20-month-old Charles Augustus Lindberg Jr. disappeared. The kidnappers left several clues at the crime scene, authorities eventually made an arrest and a trial ensued -- but some still wonder whether the right person was convicted. Mon, 18 Apr 2011 15:47:47 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-04-18-symhc-lindbergh-baby.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, lindbergh baby, charles lindbergh, kidnapping 00:22:27 On March 1, 1932, 20-month-old Charles Augustus Lindberg Jr. disappeared. The kidnappers left several clues at the crime scene, authorities eventually made an arrest and a trial ensued -- but some still wonder whether the right person was convicted. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-04-13-symhc-real-robinson-crusoe.mp3 In 1695, Alexander Selkirk ran away and joined a band of buccaneers. In 1704, after a fight with his captain, Selkirk was put ashore on an uninhabited island about 400 miles west of Valparaiso. Tune in to learn more about the real-life Robinson Crusoe. Wed, 13 Apr 2011 16:18:02 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-04-13-symhc-real-robinson-crusoe.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, robinson crusoe, alexander selkirk, daniel defoe 00:27:53 In 1695, Alexander Selkirk ran away and joined a band of buccaneers. In 1704, after a fight with his captain, Selkirk was put ashore on an uninhabited island about 400 miles west of Valparaiso. Tune in to learn more about the real-life Robinson Crusoe. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-04-11-symhc-new-york-draft-riots.mp3 To recruit troops for the U.S. Civil War, the Federal Congress passed the Union Conscription Act in 1863, which drafted able-bodied men between the ages of 20 and 45. Needless to say, this didn't go over well in New York. Tune in to learn more. Mon, 11 Apr 2011 18:00:55 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-04-11-symhc-new-york-draft-riots.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, riots, new york draft, new york riot 00:24:44 To recruit troops for the U.S. Civil War, the Federal Congress passed the Union Conscription Act in 1863, which drafted able-bodied men between the ages of 20 and 45. Needless to say, this didn't go over well in New York. Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-04-06-symhc-amistad-mutiny.mp3 In 1839, Africans held captive by slavers revolted and ordered the Amistad's crew to return to Africa. However, the ship was captured in Long Island and the slaves were put on trial -- but that's not the end of the story. Tune in to learn more. Wed, 06 Apr 2011 14:13:33 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-04-06-symhc-amistad-mutiny.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, amistad, slavery, US history, middle passage 00:23:21 In 1839, Africans held captive by slavers revolted and ordered the Amistad's crew to return to Africa. However, the ship was captured in Long Island and the slaves were put on trial -- but that's not the end of the story. Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-04-04-symhc-oneida-utopia.mp3 In 1848, a preacher named John Humphrey Noyse founded the Oneida community. In this episode, Deblina and Sarah recount the rise and fall of the Oneida community -- including its focus on shared labor, gender equality and free love. Mon, 04 Apr 2011 14:38:34 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-04-04-symhc-oneida-utopia.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, oneida community, John Noyse, free love 00:24:10 In 1848, a preacher named John Humphrey Noyse founded the Oneida community. In this episode, Deblina and Sarah recount the rise and fall of the Oneida community -- including its focus on shared labor, gender equality and free love. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-03-30-symhc-five-real-life-amazons.mp3 Amazons are a well-known element of mythology, but are there any historical figures that could be considered real-life Amazons? Listen in as Deblina and Sarah traverse the globe to find five examples of historical Amazons. Wed, 30 Mar 2011 16:31:09 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-03-30-symhc-five-real-life-amazons.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, amazon, women's history, feminism, women's rights 00:42:26 Amazons are a well-known element of mythology, but are there any historical figures that could be considered real-life Amazons? Listen in as Deblina and Sarah traverse the globe to find five examples of historical Amazons. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-03-28-symhc-little-queen-president.mp3 In 1872, the Equal Rights Party nominated Victoria Woodhull for president, but her radical views and an personal scandal caused her to lose many supporters. In this episode, Sarah and Deblina recount the life of the first woman to run for U.S. president. Mon, 28 Mar 2011 14:43:31 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-03-28-symhc-little-queen-president.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, little queen, victoria woodhull, president, election 00:30:04 In 1872, the Equal Rights Party nominated Victoria Woodhull for president, but her radical views and an personal scandal caused her to lose many supporters. In this episode, Sarah and Deblina recount the life of the first woman to run for U.S. president. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-03-23-symhc-dr-livingstone.mp3 David Livingstone was a missionary working in Africa, and for six years he lost contact with the western world. In this episode, Deblina and Sarah recount the adventures of Livingstone and Henry Stanley, the journalist who found Livingstone in Africa. Wed, 23 Mar 2011 13:26:45 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-03-23-symhc-dr-livingstone.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, henry stanley, david livingstone, africa 00:28:24 David Livingstone was a missionary working in Africa, and for six years he lost contact with the western world. In this episode, Deblina and Sarah recount the adventures of Livingstone and Henry Stanley, the journalist who found Livingstone in Africa. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-03-21-symhc-india-joan-arc.mp3 Lakshmi Bai was born into wealthy family in 1830, but she was far from the typical aristocrat. In this episode, Deblina and Sarah recount the life and work of Lakshmi Bai, from her youth to her instrumental role in the Indian Rebellion of 1857. Mon, 21 Mar 2011 14:24:01 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-03-21-symhc-india-joan-arc.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, lakshmi bai, indian rebellion 1857 00:27:28 Lakshmi Bai was born into wealthy family in 1830, but she was far from the typical aristocrat. In this episode, Deblina and Sarah recount the life and work of Lakshmi Bai, from her youth to her instrumental role in the Indian Rebellion of 1857. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-03-16-symhc-lambert-pretender-throne.mp3 Lambert Simnel was born into a humble position, but over the course of his life he became both a pretender to the throne and an imposter. Tune in to learn how this young man was used as a pawn in this story of classic royal intrigue. Wed, 16 Mar 2011 13:37:42 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-03-16-symhc-lambert-pretender-throne.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, lambert simnel, york, warwick, royalty 00:27:34 Lambert Simnel was born into a humble position, but over the course of his life he became both a pretender to the throne and an imposter. Tune in to learn how this young man was used as a pawn in this story of classic royal intrigue. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-03-14-symhc-saint-ex.mp3 Since its publication in 1934, The Little Prince has become one of the world's most well-known children's books -- and the story of its author is almost as extraordinary. Tune in to learn more about the life -- and disappearance -- of this author. Mon, 14 Mar 2011 12:41:05 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-03-14-symhc-saint-ex.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, antoine de saint-expury, the little prince 00:24:38 Since its publication in 1934, The Little Prince has become one of the world's most well-known children's books -- and the story of its author is almost as extraordinary. Tune in to learn more about the life -- and disappearance -- of this author. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-03-09-symhc-dont-cross-dragon-lady.mp3 When people think of pirates, they usually picture male, western scoundrels flouting the law throughout the Caribbean. However, piracy is not a solely western pursuit. Listen in as Deblina and Sarah recount the exploits of pirates in the South China Sea. Wed, 09 Mar 2011 11:52:07 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-03-09-symhc-dont-cross-dragon-lady.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, chinese pirate, dragon lady, chang-e sao 00:28:08 When people think of pirates, they usually picture male, western scoundrels flouting the law throughout the Caribbean. However, piracy is not a solely western pursuit. Listen in as Deblina and Sarah recount the exploits of pirates in the South China Sea. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-03-07-symhc-caravaggio.mp3 Michelangelo da Caravaggio may not be as well-known as Leonardo da Vinci, but this amazing painter has been receiving more and more attention in recent times. Why? Listen in as Deblina and Sarah explore the controversial life of Caravaggio. Mon, 07 Mar 2011 13:26:14 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-03-07-symhc-caravaggio.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, caravaggio, michelangelo da merisi, art, painters 00:24:35 Michelangelo da Caravaggio may not be as well-known as Leonardo da Vinci, but this amazing painter has been receiving more and more attention in recent times. Why? Listen in as Deblina and Sarah explore the controversial life of Caravaggio. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-03-02-symhc-best-mardi-gras.mp3 Mardi Gras has been a legal holiday in New Orleans since 1875, and the annual Fat Tuesday celebration has become a legendary part of the city's culture. But which Mardi Gras celebration was the best? Listen in as Deblina and Sarah explore Mardi Gras. Wed, 02 Mar 2011 12:05:57 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-03-02-symhc-best-mardi-gras.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, mardi gras, louisiana, fat Tuesday 00:23:53 Mardi Gras has been a legal holiday in New Orleans since 1875, and the annual Fat Tuesday celebration has become a legendary part of the city's culture. But which Mardi Gras celebration was the best? Listen in as Deblina and Sarah explore Mardi Gras. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-02-28-symhc-americas-first-black-millionairess.mp3 Sarah Breedlove Walker was born in 1867 and grew up in a shack in a Louisiana. She began working as a washerwoman, but continually worked her way up to become the owner of her own manufacturing company. Listen in to learn more about Madam CJ Walker. Mon, 28 Feb 2011 12:24:55 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-02-28-symhc-americas-first-black-millionairess.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, sarah breedlove walker, cj walker, manufacturing, company 00:22:49 Sarah Breedlove Walker was born in 1867 and grew up in a shack in a Louisiana. She began working as a washerwoman, but continually worked her way up to become the owner of her own manufacturing company. Listen in to learn more about Madam CJ Walker. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-02-23-symhc-stono-rebellion.mp3 In September of 1739, a slave rebellion shook the foundations of the colony in South Carolina. But how did it happen? Tune in to learn more about the factors leading to the Stono rebellion, as well as its long-term effects. Wed, 23 Feb 2011 12:36:17 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-02-23-symhc-stono-rebellion.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, stono rebellion, slavery 00:25:58 In September of 1739, a slave rebellion shook the foundations of the colony in South Carolina. But how did it happen? Tune in to learn more about the factors leading to the Stono rebellion, as well as its long-term effects. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-02-21-symhc-phillip-v-relucant-king.mp3 Some historians think Phillip V of Spain was mad, but why? Listen in as Sarah and Deblina recount the strange rule of Phillip V, who abdicated the throne for several months in 1724. Mon, 21 Feb 2011 00:21:29 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-02-21-symhc-phillip-v-relucant-king.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, phillip v, spain, spanish history 00:34:57 Some historians think Phillip V of Spain was mad, but why? Listen in as Sarah and Deblina recount the strange rule of Phillip V, who abdicated the throne for several months in 1724. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-02-16-symhc-craft-escape-to-freedom.mp3 When Ellen and her husband William made their escape from a life of slavery in Georgia, they traversed over 1,000 miles to reach freedom. In this episode, Deblina and Sarah recount the astonishing journey of the Craft family. Tune in and learn more. Wed, 16 Feb 2011 15:48:42 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-02-16-symhc-craft-escape-to-freedom.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, craft, slave escape, slavery, william, ellen 00:29:11 When Ellen and her husband William made their escape from a life of slavery in Georgia, they traversed over 1,000 miles to reach freedom. In this episode, Deblina and Sarah recount the astonishing journey of the Craft family. Tune in and learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-02-14-symhc-valentines-massacre.mp3 During Prohibition, the US was awash in booze-fueled crime. Gangsters feuded savagely to control their turf, especially in Chicago. On Feb. 14th, 1929, these rivalries culminated in one of America's most notorious unsolved crimes. Tune in to learn more. Mon, 14 Feb 2011 10:28:26 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-02-14-symhc-valentines-massacre.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, saint valentine's day massacre, prohibition, bootlegger 00:28:51 During Prohibition, the US was awash in booze-fueled crime. Gangsters feuded savagely to control their turf, especially in Chicago. On Feb. 14th, 1929, these rivalries culminated in one of America's most notorious unsolved crimes. Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-02-09-symhc-last-french-bourbon.mp3 The story of the House of Bourbon is pretty complicated. Luckily, Deblina and Sarah are here to examine the web of people and events leading to the fall of the House. Tune in and learn more about Henri, comte de Chambord, the last French Bourbon. Wed, 09 Feb 2011 15:34:18 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-02-09-symhc-last-french-bourbon.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, french bourbon, henri, french history, revolution 00:29:54 The story of the House of Bourbon is pretty complicated. Luckily, Deblina and Sarah are here to examine the web of people and events leading to the fall of the House. Tune in and learn more about Henri, comte de Chambord, the last French Bourbon. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-02-07-symhc-tulip-mania.mp3 A funny thing happened to the Dutch during the 17th century: They went nuts for tulips, paying exorbitant amounts for a single bulb. But what exactly triggered this commodity bubble? And what do revisionist historians have to say? Tune in and find out. Mon, 07 Feb 2011 13:40:41 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-02-07-symhc-tulip-mania.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, tulip mania, dutch, holland, speculation 00:35:20 A funny thing happened to the Dutch during the 17th century: They went nuts for tulips, paying exorbitant amounts for a single bulb. But what exactly triggered this commodity bubble? And what do revisionist historians have to say? Tune in and find out. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-02-02-symhc-last-emperor-ethiopia.mp3 Haile Selassie wasn't just the last emperor of Ethiopia -- he is also hailed as a messiah. In this episode, Deblina and Sarah explore the astonishing life of Haile Selassie. Tune in to learn more. Wed, 02 Feb 2011 16:02:42 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-02-02-symhc-last-emperor-ethiopia.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, haile selassie, rastafarianism, ethiopia, last emperor 00:32:53 Haile Selassie wasn't just the last emperor of Ethiopia -- he is also hailed as a messiah. In this episode, Deblina and Sarah explore the astonishing life of Haile Selassie. Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-01-31-symhc-5-unlikely-inventors.mp3 From Marlon Brando to Harry Houdini, it's common knowledge that performers are uniquely gifted -- but several have also gained reputations as gifted inventors. Tune in to learn more about five of history's most unlikely inventors. Mon, 31 Jan 2011 15:53:06 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-01-31-symhc-5-unlikely-inventors.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, 5 unlikely inventors, celebrity inventor 00:34:35 From Marlon Brando to Harry Houdini, it's common knowledge that performers are uniquely gifted -- but several have also gained reputations as gifted inventors. Tune in to learn more about five of history's most unlikely inventors. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-01-26-symhc-madame-de-pompadour-louis-xv.mp3 Madame de Pompadour was born in Paris in 1721, and eventually became the mistress of King Louis XV. In this episode, Deblina and Sarah describe Madame de Pompadour's rise to power. Tune in to learn more. Wed, 26 Jan 2011 16:34:34 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-01-26-symhc-madame-de-pompadour-louis-xv.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, deblina, sarah, madame de pompadour, louis xv, french history 00:34:30 Madame de Pompadour was born in Paris in 1721, and eventually became the mistress of King Louis XV. In this episode, Deblina and Sarah describe Madame de Pompadour's rise to power. Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-01-24-symhc-hone-heke-rebellion.mp3 Also known as the Northern War, Hone Heke's Rebellion took place between in New Zealand over the course of 1845 and 1846. In this podcast, Sarah and Deblina recount the events leading up to the war -- as well as the consequences of Heke's actions. Mon, 24 Jan 2011 16:57:46 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-01-24-symhc-hone-heke-rebellion.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, deblina, sarah, hone heke, rebellion, new zealand, maori 00:19:43 Also known as the Northern War, Hone Heke's Rebellion took place between in New Zealand over the course of 1845 and 1846. In this podcast, Sarah and Deblina recount the events leading up to the war -- as well as the consequences of Heke's actions. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-01-19-symhc-affair-of-poisons.mp3 From hemlock to cyanide, poison has unfortunately played an integral part in many of history's great sagas, But in 17th-century France, the scandal over poisoning reached an unprecedented level. Tune in and learn more. Wed, 19 Jan 2011 13:16:20 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-01-19-symhc-affair-of-poisons.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, affair of poisons, france, french history, witchhunt, louie 00:24:49 From hemlock to cyanide, poison has unfortunately played an integral part in many of history's great sagas, But in 17th-century France, the scandal over poisoning reached an unprecedented level. Tune in and learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-01-17-symhc-el-dorado-river-despair.mp3 Driven by visions of unimaginable riches, Spanish explorers subjugated the cultures of South America and exploit the resources for their masters in Europe. Chief among these visions was the hallowed El Dorado, or the City of Gold. Tune in to learn more. Mon, 17 Jan 2011 12:59:00 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-01-17-symhc-el-dorado-river-despair.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, el dorado, river of despair, spainards, conquistadore 00:18:00 Driven by visions of unimaginable riches, Spanish explorers subjugated the cultures of South America and exploit the resources for their masters in Europe. Chief among these visions was the hallowed El Dorado, or the City of Gold. Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-01-12-symhc-hollywood-starlet-invent-cellular.mp3 Hedy Lamarr was an extraordinarily beautiful film star, but she wasn't just another pretty face. In this podcast, Sarah and Deblina recount Hedy's biography and her little-known career as an inventor. Tune in to learn more about Hedy Lamarr. Wed, 12 Jan 2011 18:35:18 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-01-12-symhc-hollywood-starlet-invent-cellular.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, deblina, sarah, cellular technology 00:19:52 Hedy Lamarr was an extraordinarily beautiful film star, but she wasn't just another pretty face. In this podcast, Sarah and Deblina recount Hedy's biography and her little-known career as an inventor. Tune in to learn more about Hedy Lamarr. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-01-10-symhc-last-years-red-eminence.mp3 Cardinal Richelieu wielded tremendous political power, but he also made more than a few enemies. Would they seek revenge in his later years? In this episode, Deblina and Sarah recount the last years of Cardinal Richelieu Mon, 10 Jan 2011 12:34:36 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-01-10-symhc-last-years-red-eminence.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, cardinal richelieu, red eminence, french political history 00:16:06 Cardinal Richelieu welded tremendous political power, but he also made more than a few enemies. Would they seek revenge in his later years? In this episode, Deblina and Sarah recount the last years of Cardinal Richelieu HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-01-05-symhc-shakespeare-riot.mp3 As one of the most influential writers in the English language, Shakespeare is typically associated with cultural sophistication rather than violent bouts of near-anarchy. But this wasn't the case during the Astor Place Riot. Tune in to learn more. Wed, 05 Jan 2011 13:38:48 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-01-05-symhc-shakespeare-riot.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, deblina, sarah, forrest, macready, astor place riot, shakespeare, 00:26:16 As one of the most influential writers in the English language, Shakespeare is typically associated with cultural sophistication rather than violent bouts of near-anarchy. But this wasn't the case during the Astor Place Riot. Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-01-03-symhc-green-gallant.mp3 A man of many appellations -- Henry the Great, the Green Gallant -- King Henry IV was a very popular French royal . In this episode, Sarah and Deblina explore the controversial life and reign of Henry of Bourbon, including the surprising fate of his head. Mon, 03 Jan 2011 09:39:03 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2011-01-03-symhc-green-gallant.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, the green gallant, Henry IV, Navarre 00:23:31 A man of many appellations -- Henry the Great, the Green Gallant -- King Henry IV was a very popular French royal . In this episode, Sarah and Deblina explore the controversial life and reign of Henry of Bourbon, including the surprising fate of his head. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-12-29-symhc-unearthed-2010-historical-finds.mp3 Over the past 12 months, experts have been hard at work hunting down hard evidence of times, places and people lost in the course of history. In this episode, Sarah and Deblina recount 5 of the most important historical finds of 2010. Wed, 29 Dec 2010 00:53:36 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-12-29-symhc-unearthed-2010-historical-finds.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, historical finds, digs, archaeology 00:26:04 Over the past 12 months, experts have been hard at work hunting down hard evidence of times, places and people lost in the course of history. In this episode, Sarah and Deblina recount 5 of the most important historical finds of 2010. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-12-27-symhc-mansa-musa-city-gold.mp3 Talk about making an impression: When emperor Mansa Musa went on a pilgramage from Timbuktu to Mecca, he gave away so much gold that he crashed the gold market in Cairo. Tune in and learn more about Musa and Timbuktu in this podcast. Mon, 27 Dec 2010 19:16:59 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-12-27-symhc-mansa-musa-city-gold.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, deblina, sarah, mansa musa, timbuktu, gold, city of gold 00:24:27 Talk about making an impression: When emperor Mansa Musa went on a pilgramage from Timbuktu to Mecca, he gave away so much gold that he crashed the gold market in Cairo. Tune in and learn more about Musa and Timbuktu in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-12-22-symhc-cromwell-cancel-christmas.mp3 Oliver Cromwell was a Puritan, military leader and powerful politician in the 17th-century Parliament, but nowadays he's also known as an inveterate grinch. How did he get this reputation -- and, more importantly, did he deserve it? Tune in to learn more. Wed, 22 Dec 2010 13:22:23 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-12-22-symhc-cromwell-cancel-christmas.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, oliver cromwell, cancel christmas, puritan, 00:18:39 Oliver Cromwell was a Puritan, military leader and powerful politician in the 17th-century Parliament, but nowadays he's also known as an inveterate grinch. How did he get this reputation -- and, more importantly, did he deserve it? Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-12-20-symhc-empress-wu.mp3 During the Tong Dynasty, Chinese women were often treated as second-class citizens. This made the rise of Empress Wu even more extraordinary. But did her work have a lasting effect? Learn more about how -- or if -- Empress Wu permanently changed China. Mon, 20 Dec 2010 15:31:35 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-12-20-symhc-empress-wu.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, sarah, deblina, empress wu, tong dynasty, chinese history, china, women's rights 00:21:44 During the Tong Dynasty, Chinese women were often treated as second-class citizens. This made the rise of Empress Wu even more extraordinary. But did her work have a lasting effect? Learn more about how -- or if -- Empress Wu permanently changed China. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-12-15-symhc-gladiator-graveyards.mp3 Although most people are familiar with gladiators, movies have skewed popular understanding of these fighters. So how can we separate the fact from the fiction? Tune in to learn how gladiator graveyards have changed the way we regard gladiators today. Wed, 15 Dec 2010 16:23:21 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-12-15-symhc-gladiator-graveyards.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no Although most people are familiar with gladiators, movies have skewed popular understanding of these fighters. So how can we separate the fact from the fiction? Tune in to learn how gladiator graveyards have changed the way we regard gladiators today. 00:18:14 Although most people are familiar with gladiators, movies have skewed popular understanding of these fighters. So how can we separate the fact from the fiction? Tune in to learn how gladiator graveyards have changed the way we regard gladiators today. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-12-13-symhc-5-amazing-astronomical-discoveries.mp3 The study of the heavens is one of humanity's oldest pursuits, and it's still a work in progress. In this episode, Deblina and Sarah explore the details of five amazing astronomical discoveries, beginning with the work of Copernicus. Mon, 13 Dec 2010 16:00:56 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-12-13-symhc-5-amazing-astronomical-discoveries.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, deblina, sarah, tycho brahe, astronomy, galileo, copernicus 00:17:53 The study of the heavens is one of humanity's oldest pursuits, and it's still a work in progress. In this episode, Deblina and Sarah explore the details of five amazing astronomical discoveries, beginning with the work of Copernicus. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-12-08-symhc-graveyard-of-ships.mp3 In 2008, the Aurora Trust began a survey around an island named Ventotone, off the coast of Naples. They found an astonishing group of Roman shipwrecks, and they also found a mystery. How did all these ships sink so close together? Tune in to find out. Wed, 08 Dec 2010 14:20:22 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-12-08-symhc-graveyard-of-ships.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, deblina, sarah, shipwreck, ship graveyard 00:21:24 In 2008, the Aurora Trust began a survey around an island named Ventotone, off the coast of Naples. They found an astonishing group of Roman shipwrecks, and they also found a mystery. How did all these ships sink so close together? Tune in to find out. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-12-06-symhc-tycho-brahe.mp3 Tycho Brahe is hailed as an influential astronomer, but why? Tune in and learn how this groundbreaking astronomer lost his nose, built the world's first observatory and met with an untimely demise in this podcast. Mon, 06 Dec 2010 15:50:16 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-12-06-symhc-tycho-brahe.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, deblina, sarah, tycho brahe, astronomy, death of brahe 00:24:02 Tycho Brahe is hailed as an influential astronomer, but why? Tune in and learn how this groundbreaking astronomer lost his nose, built the world's first observatory and met with an untimely demise in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-12-01-symhc-christopher-marlowe.mp3 Christopher Marlowe was one of the most talented writers of the Elizabethan era, but his career was cut short when he was stabbed to death at the age of 29. In this episode, Deblina and Sarah take a closer look at the mystery surrounding Marlowe's death. Wed, 01 Dec 2010 15:43:38 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-12-01-symhc-christopher-marlowe.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, christopher marlowe, 00:23:18 Christopher Marlowe was one of the most talented writers of the Elizabethan era, but his career was cut short when he was stabbed to death at the age of 29. In this episode, Deblina and Sarah take a closer look at the mystery surrounding Marlowe's death. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-11-29-symhc-augustus-exile-daughter.mp3 Exile is never a pleasant experience, and meting it out on a family member is positively brutal. So what could drive Augustus to exile his own daughter? Tune in and find out -- the answer might surprise you. Mon, 29 Nov 2010 15:40:34 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-11-29-symhc-augustus-exile-daughter.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, deblina, sarah, augustus, julia, adultery, ancient, roman history 00:23:28 Exile is never a pleasant experience, and meting it out on a family member is positively brutal. So what could drive Augustus to exile his own daughter? Tune in and find out -- the answer might surprise you. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-11-24-symhc-sherlock-holmes.mp3 Arthur Conan Doyle wasn't the first person to write a mystery novel, but his focus on scientific methods and brilliant protagonist made the stories of Sherlock Holmes world-famous. Yet is Sherlock Holmes based on a real person? Tune in to find out. Wed, 24 Nov 2010 12:33:09 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-11-24-symhc-sherlock-holmes.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, deblina, sherlock holmes, arthur conan doyle, 00:24:23 Arthur Conan Doyle wasn't the first person to write a mystery novel, but his focus on scientific methods and brilliant protagonist made the stories of Sherlock Holmes world-famous. Yet is Sherlock Holmes based on a real person? Tune in to find out. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-11-22-symhc-tagore-erstwhile-knights.mp3 In addition to being the first Asian Nobel laureate, the multitalented Bengali poet Rabindranath Tagore was known for his political influence. In this episode, Sarah and Deblina trace the life of Tagore through his childhood to knighthood and beyond. Mon, 22 Nov 2010 15:08:31 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-11-22-symhc-tagore-erstwhile-knights.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, deblina, sarah, Rabindranath Tagore, Bengali poets, knighthood, politics 00:28:49 In addition to being the first Asian Nobel laureate, the multitalented Bengali poet Rabindranath Tagore was known for his political influence. In this episode, Sarah and Deblina trace the life of Tagore through his childhood to knighthood and beyond. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-11-17-symhc-biltmore-estate.mp3 With four acres of floor space and over thirty bedrooms, the opulent Biltmore Estate occupies a unique place in the history of the United States. In this episode, Candace and Sarah trace the history of the Vanderbilt family and their magnificent estate. Wed, 17 Nov 2010 11:40:13 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-11-17-symhc-biltmore-estate.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, candace, biltmore estate, george vanderbilt 00:38:16 With four acres of floor space and over thirty bedrooms, the opulent Biltmore Estate occupies a unique place in the history of the United States. In this episode, Candace and Sarah trace the history of the Vanderbilt family and their magnificent estate. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-11-15-symhc-historical-names-lost.mp3 The hit show "Lost" is replete with historical name-dropping, but who are all these people mentioned in the show? In this episode, our resident history buffs crack the case and track down some of the historical names used in "Lost." Mon, 15 Nov 2010 16:30:55 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-11-15-symhc-historical-names-lost.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, deblina, sarah, lost, historical names in lost, 00:37:03 The hit show "Lost" is replete with historical name-dropping, but who are all these people mentioned in the show? In this episode, our resident history buffs crack the case and track down some of the historical names used in "Lost." HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-11-10-symhc-5-historical-weddings.mp3 History is full of astonishing events, and the history of marriage is no exception. Listen in as Sarah and our special guest, Candace, explore five of the most show-stopping, opulent weddings in history. Wed, 10 Nov 2010 16:12:24 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-11-10-symhc-5-historical-weddings.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, candace, five historical weddings, 00:42:38 History is full of astonishing events, and the history of marriage is no exception. Listen in as Sarah and our special guest, Candace, explore five of the most show-stopping, opulent weddings in history. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-11-08-symhc-jewish-pirates.mp3 During the golden age of Caribbean piracy, people from all walks of life set sail in search of gold. Yet you may be surprised to hear that some of the pirates were Sephardic Jews. Tune in and learn more about the lives of Jewish pirates. Mon, 08 Nov 2010 13:25:56 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-11-08-symhc-jewish-pirates.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, katie, sarah, jewish pirate, piracy, caribbean, sephardic 00:15:09 During the golden age of Caribbean piracy, people from all walks of life set sail in search of gold. Yet you may be surprised to hear that some of the pirates were Sephardic Jews. Tune in and learn more about the lives of Jewish pirates. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-11-03-symhc-cinderella-harem.mp3 Roxelana has one of the strangest rags-to-riches stories in history. As a slave who entered Suleyman's harem and rose through the ranks to become the wife of the Sultan, Roxelana became a symbol of the Ottoman empire. Tune in to learn more about Roxelana. Wed, 03 Nov 2010 13:33:52 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-11-03-symhc-cinderella-harem.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, katie, sarah, harem, roxelana, ottoman 00:20:46 Roxelana has one of the strangest rags-to-riches stories in history. As a slave who entered Suleyman's harem and rose through the ranks to become the wife of the Sultan, Roxelana became a symbol of the Ottoman empire. Tune in to learn more about Roxelana. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-11-01-symhc-reconquista-alhambra.mp3 In the early 8th century, Moors occupied most of the Iberian peninsula. During the Reconquista, Christians rallied to conquer the land. Listen in and learn more about this epic conflict, which spans some of the most formative times in Spanish history. Mon, 01 Nov 2010 13:41:41 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-11-01-symhc-reconquista-alhambra.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, katie, reconquista, alhambra, crusade, muslim, moor, christian 00:21:33 In the early 8th century, Moors occupied most of the Iberian peninsula. During the Reconquista, Christians rallied to conquer the land. Listen in and learn more about this epic conflict, which spans some of the most formative times in Spanish history. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-10-27-symhc-killed-by-mesmerism.mp3 Today, Franz Mesmer is hailed as the father of hypnosis. His original pursuit was called mesmerism, but what exactly was it? How did it (supposedly) work? Listen in as Sarah and Katie explore the strange theories of Franz Mesmer. Wed, 27 Oct 2010 12:30:01 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-10-27-symhc-killed-by-mesmerism.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, katie, mesmerism, hypnosis, 00:24:03 Today, Franz Mesmer is hailed as the father of hypnosis. His original pursuit was called mesmerism, but what exactly was it? How did it (supposedly) work? Listen in as Sarah and Katie explore the strange theories of Franz Mesmer. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-10-25-symhc-historical-animals-2.mp3 Did Tycho Brahe really own a moose with a drinking problem? Did a U.S. President keep a pet alligator? Tune in as Katie and Sarah take a look at some of history's strangest pets (and their equally bizarre owners). Mon, 25 Oct 2010 13:03:06 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-10-25-symhc-historical-animals-2.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, katie, historical animals, strange pets, historical eccentricity 00:17:17 Did Tycho Brahe really own a moose with a drinking problem? Did a U.S. President keep a pet alligator? Tune in as Katie and Sarah take a look at some of history's strangest pets (and their equally bizarre owners). HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-10-20-symhc-battle-marathon.mp3 Nowadays marathons are a popular pastime for health buffs across the world, but how did they get started? The origins of the marathon date back to the fifth century B.C., when Greeks depended on messengers to carry news. Tune in to learn more. Wed, 20 Oct 2010 13:16:09 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-10-20-symhc-battle-marathon.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, katie, battle of marathon, marathon, herodotus, greece 00:22:43 Nowadays marathons are a popular pastime for health buffs across the world, but how did they get started? The origins of the marathon date back to the fifth century B.C., when Greeks depended on messengers to carry news. Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-10-18-symhc-spring-heeled-jack.mp3 Most people are familiar with Jack the Ripper, but Victorian England was also plagued by an odd character named Spring-Heeled Jack. Were reports of this bounding scoundrel a symptom of mass hysteria, or something factual? Tune in to learn more. Mon, 18 Oct 2010 13:52:31 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-10-18-symhc-spring-heeled-jack.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, katie, sarah, spring-heeled jack, phantom assailant, mass hysteria 00:23:06 Most people are familiar with Jack the Ripper, but Victorian England was also plagued by an odd character named Spring-Heeled Jack. Were reports of this bounding scoundrel a symptom of mass hysteria, or something factual? Tune in to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-10-13-symhc-historical-animals-1.mp3 History is full of astonishing stories, and not all of them revolve around humans. In the first part of this two-part series, Katie and Sarah cover five of history's most memorable animals. Listen in to learn more about historical animals. Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:07:41 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-10-13-symhc-historical-animals-1.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, katie, historical animals, 00:17:17 History is full of astonishing stories, and not all of them revolve around humans. In the first part of this two-part series, Katie and Sarah cover five of history's most memorable animals. Listen in to learn more about historical animals. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-10-11-symhc-macbeth-curse.mp3 Some actors believe it's bad luck to say 'Macbeth' in the theater unless the play is being performed -- but why? In this episode, Katie and Sarah explore the origins of the Macbeth curse and the life of the historical Macbeth. Mon, 11 Oct 2010 12:03:41 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-10-11-symhc-macbeth-curse.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, katie, sarah, macbeth curse, shakespeare, macbeth actors 00:20:10 Some actors believe it's bad luck to say 'Macbeth' in the theater unless the play is being performed -- but why? In this episode, Katie and Sarah explore the origins of the Macbeth curse and the life of the historical Macbeth. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-10-06-symhc-history-chocolate.mp3 Nowadays chocolate is popular across the world, but it got its start thousands of years ago in Mesoamerica, where it was much more than a mere sweet or ingredient in desserts. Learn more about the history of chocolate in this podcast. Wed, 06 Oct 2010 14:08:29 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-10-06-symhc-history-chocolate.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, katie, chocolate, human sacrifice, cocoa 00:19:09 Nowadays chocolate is popular across the world, but it got its start thousands of years ago in Mesoamerica, where it was much more than a mere sweet or ingredient in desserts. Learn more about the history of chocolate in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-10-04-symhc-lizzie-borden-ax.mp3 In 1892, Abby Borden was brutally murdered in her home in Fall River, Massachusetts. Shortly thereafter her husband Andrew Borden was also murdered, and his daughter Lizzie Borden was the primary suspect. But why was she acquitted? Tune in and learn more. Mon, 04 Oct 2010 12:14:05 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-10-04-symhc-lizzie-borden-ax.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, katie, sarah, lizzie borden, axe, borden murder 00:25:59 In 1892, Abby Borden was brutally murdered in her home in Fall River, Massachusetts. Shortly thereafter her husband Andrew Borden was also murdered, and his daughter Lizzie Borden was the primary suspect. But why was she acquitted? Tune in and learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-09-29-symhc-5-sinners-dante.mp3 When Dante wrote The Divine Comedy, he consigned several of his real-life enemies to hell. In this podcast, Katie and Sarah examine Dante's habit of putting his enemies in his fiction, focusing on five people the average Florentine would have known. Wed, 29 Sep 2010 13:01:19 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-09-29-symhc-5-sinners-dante.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, katie, dante, inferno, sinner, rennaissance italy 00:23:19 When Dante wrote The Divine Comedy, he consigned several of his real-life enemies to hell. In this podcast, Katie and Sarah examine Dante's habit of putting his enemies in his fiction, focusing on five people the average Florentine would have known. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-09-27-symhc-real-life-moby-dick.mp3 Although Herman Melville's opus is a work of fiction, it was inspired by real-life events. In this episode, Katie and Sarah explore the story of the real-life Moby Dick -- and the unfortunate vessel that encountered it in the Pacific. Mon, 27 Sep 2010 15:11:27 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-09-27-symhc-real-life-moby-dick.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, katie, sperm whale, moby dick, essex, melville 00:20:38 Although Herman Melville's opus is a work of fiction, it was inspired by real-life events. In this episode, Katie and Sarah explore the story of the real-life Moby Dick -- and the unfortunate vessel that encountered it in the Pacific. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-09-22-symhc-race-to-south-pole.mp3 When Scott and Amundsen launched rival expeditions to the South Pole, they knew that only one group could be the first to reach the pole. Each believed his strategy would prevail, but which explorer won? Tune in and learn more in this podcast. Wed, 22 Sep 2010 14:04:22 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-09-22-symhc-race-to-south-pole.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, katie, south pole, polar expedition, amundsen, scott 00:22:07 When Scott and Amundsen launched rival expeditions to the South Pole, they knew that only one group could be the first to reach the pole. Each believed his strategy would prevail, but which explorer won? Tune in and learn more in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-09-20-symhc-curse-koh-i-noor.mp3 The Koh-i-noor diamond has a long, storied history -- and a reputation for bringing trouble to its (male) owners. In this episode, Katie and Sarah trace the adventures of the infamous diamond, from its Indian origins to its final resting place in Britain. Mon, 20 Sep 2010 14:52:10 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-09-20-symhc-curse-koh-i-noor.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, katie, koh-i-noor, curse, 00:19:42 The Koh-i-noor diamond has a long, storied history -- and a reputation for bringing trouble to its (male) owners. In this episode, Katie and Sarah trace the adventures of the infamous diamond, from its Indian origins to its final resting place in Britain. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-09-15-symhc-who-was-king-tut.mp3 When Egyptologists studied King Tutankhamen's DNA, they learned some surprising things: In addition to being disabled, the king was inbred. And this is just the beginning. Learn more about the real King Tut -- and where he came from -- in this podcast. Wed, 15 Sep 2010 14:06:30 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-09-15-symhc-who-was-king-tut.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, katie, king tutankhamen, king tut, egyptology, 00:16:04 When Egyptologists studied King Tutankhamen's DNA, they learned some surprising things: In addition to being disabled, the king was inbred. And this is just the beginning. Learn more about the real King Tut -- and where he came from -- in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-09-13-symhc-death-mozart.mp3 Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart died in December of 1791, bringing his profound career to an untimely end. But how exactly did he die? Join Katie and Sarah as they examine the life of Mozart -- and the questions surrounding his death -- in this podcast. Mon, 13 Sep 2010 13:25:46 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-09-13-symhc-death-mozart.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, katie, mozart, death of mozart, 00:14:32 Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart died in December of 1791, bringing his profound career to an untimely end. But how exactly did he die? Join Katie and Sarah as they examine the life of Mozart -- and the questions surrounding his death -- in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-09-08-symhc-greatest-traitor.mp3 Sir Roger Mortimer is known as the "greatest traitor," but why? Sarah and Katie explore the life and times of Sir Mortimer in this episode, from his early conflicts, his successful rebellion against Edward II, and his ignominious end. Wed, 08 Sep 2010 12:24:33 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-09-08-symhc-greatest-traitor.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, katie, greatest traitor 00:16:54 Sir Roger Mortimer is known as the "greatest traitor," but why? Sarah and Katie explore the life and times of Sir Mortimer in this episode, from his early conflicts, his successful rebellion against Edward II, and his ignominious end. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-09-06-symhc-female-pope.mp3 During the Middle Ages, thousands of faithful Catholics believed in the story of a female pope named Joan. But is there any evidence for this story -- not to mention the other stories that grew from the original tale? Listen in and learn more. Mon, 06 Sep 2010 12:43:17 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-09-06-symhc-female-pope.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, katie, female pope, pope joan 00:15:28 During the Middle Ages, thousands of faithful Catholics believed in the story of a female pope named Joan. But is there any evidence for this story -- not to mention the other stories that grew from the original tale? Listen in and learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-09-01-symhc-napoleon-egypt-savants.mp3 When Napoleon planned a secret mission to Egypt, he authorized three men to create a Commission of Sciences and Arts. However, the commission's 151 members soon learned the mission wasn't what they'd expected. Tune in and learn more in this podcast. Wed, 01 Sep 2010 10:46:46 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-09-01-symhc-napoleon-egypt-savants.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, katie, sarah, napoleon, egypt, savants, battle of pyramids 00:29:34 When Napoleon planned a secret mission to Egypt, he authorized three men to create a Commission of Sciences and Arts. However, the commission's 151 members soon learned the mission wasn't what they'd expected. Tune in and learn more in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-08-30-symhc-trung-sisters.mp3 The Trung sisters were daughters of a Vietnamese lord in the first century, when Vietnam was occupied by the Han Dynasty. Listen in and learn how these remarkable leaders fought to free their kingdom and why they remain highly revered in Vietnam today. Mon, 30 Aug 2010 13:18:31 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-08-30-symhc-trung-sisters.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, jonathan, chris, video game arcades, arcade 00:12:51 The Trung sisters were daughters of a Vietnamese lord in the first century, when Vietnam was occupied by the Han Dynasty. Listen in and learn how these remarkable leaders fought to free their kingdom and why they remain highly revered in Vietnam today. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-08-25-symhc-lionheart.mp3 Today, Richard I -- better known as Richard the Lionheart -- is an iconic, legendary figure in European history. But how did he become "the Lionheart" in the first place? Tune in and learn more about Richard I in this podcast. Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:34:23 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-08-25-symhc-lionheart.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, richard I, richard the lionheart, katie, sarah, crusade 00:19:37 Today, Richard I -- better known as Richard the Lionheart -- is an iconic, legendary figure in European history. But how did he become "the Lionheart" in the first place? Tune in and learn more about Richard I in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-08-23-symhc-lovers-catherine-great.mp3 It gets lonely at the top, and even larger-than-life monarchs like Catherine the Great needed a bit of romance now and then. Tune in and learn more about Catherine's lovers -- and if she ever found the true love she was looking for -- in this podcast. Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:18:11 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-08-23-symhc-lovers-catherine-great.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, katie, catherine the great, catherine lovers, 00:21:36 It gets lonely at the top, and even larger-than-life monarchs like Catherine the Great needed a bit of romance now and then. Tune in and learn more about Catherine's lovers -- and if she ever found the true love she was looking for -- in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-08-18-symhc-battles-pyramid-nile.mp3 In 1798 Napoleon decided to launch an expedition to Egypt instead of leading a direct attack on England -- but why? In this episode, Katie and Sarah explore the Battle of the Pyramids (Napoleon himself came up with the title). Tune in and learn more. Wed, 18 Aug 2010 12:57:54 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-08-18-symhc-battles-pyramid-nile.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, katie, sarah, battles, pyramid, nile, napoleon bonaparte, battle of the pyramids 00:25:21 In 1798 Napoleon decided to launch an expedition to Egypt instead of leading a direct attack on England -- but why? In this episode, Katie and Sarah explore the Battle of the Pyramids (Napoleon himself came up with the title). Tune in and learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-08-16-symhc-five-stars-wild-west.mp3 It didn't take long for America to romanticize cowboys. Even after most cowboys gave up their spurs, Wild West shows captivated audiences across the country. Tune in and learn more about the stars of Wild West shows, from Buffalo Bill to Annie Oakley. Mon, 16 Aug 2010 15:02:05 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-08-16-symhc-five-stars-wild-west.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, katie, sarah, five stars, traveling wild west show, 00:25:21 It didn't take long for America to romanticize cowboys. Even after most cowboys gave up their spurs, Wild West shows captivated audiences across the country. Tune in and learn more about the stars of Wild West shows, from Buffalo Bill to Annie Oakley. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-08-11-symhc-catherine-great-in-power.mp3 Katie and Sarah highlight some of the details of Catherine the Great's reign, from wars and rebellions to her Enlightenment ideals and desire to further Westernize Russia, in their continuing series on the influential female ruler. Wed, 11 Aug 2010 13:46:47 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-08-11-symhc-catherine-great-in-power.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, katie, sarah, catherine the great, enlightenment, serfs, Russia 00:22:20 Katie and Sarah highlight some of the details of Catherine the Great's reign, from wars and rebellions to her Enlightenment ideals and desire to further Westernize Russia, in their continuing series on the influential female ruler. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-08-09-symhc-catherine-great-power.mp3 Catherine the Great remains one of the most influential female figures in European history, but how did she get her start? In the first segment of this two-part series, Sarah and Katie explore Catherine the Great's rise to power. Mon, 09 Aug 2010 16:01:20 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-08-09-symhc-catherine-great-power.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, katie, sarah, catherine the great 00:21:20 Catherine the Great remains one of the most influential female figures in European history, but how did she get her start? In the first segment of this two-part series, Sarah and Katie explore Catherine the Great's rise to power. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-08-04-symhc-medici-murder-basket-baby.mp3 Centuries after the fall of their line, the Medici remain one of history's most powerful -- and notorious -- families. In this episode, Sarah and Katie trace the unfortunate and mysterious deaths of Medici family members. Wed, 04 Aug 2010 13:59:28 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-08-04-symhc-medici-murder-basket-baby.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, katie, sarah, medici, murder, basket baby 00:16:24 Centuries after the fall of their line, the Medici remain one of history's most powerful -- and notorious -- families. In this episode, Sarah and Katie trace the unfortunate and mysterious deaths of Medici family members. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-08-02-symhc-crusade-gone-wrong.mp3 Of all the Crusades, the Fourth Crusade was the least successful: It created a permanent divide between Orthodox and Roman Catholic churches. But what exactly went wrong? Tune in and learn more in this podcast. Mon, 02 Aug 2010 12:00:09 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-08-02-symhc-crusade-gone-wrong.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, katie, crusade, venice, fourth crusade, 00:16:21 Of all the Crusades, the Fourth Crusade was the least successful: It created a permanent divide between Orthodox and Roman Catholic churches. But what exactly went wrong? Tune in and learn more in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-07-28-symhc-german-resist-hitler.mp3 During World War II, the Nazi totalitarian party did not tolerate dissent. Despite the risks involved, some Germans did attempt to resist Hitler's government. In this episode, Katie and Sarah explore the story of the White Rose, a secret resistance group. Wed, 28 Jul 2010 12:40:06 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-07-28-symhc-german-resist-hitler.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, katie, sarah, white rose, nazi, nazi resistance 00:18:04 During World War II, the Nazi totalitarian party did not tolerate dissent. Despite the risks involved, some Germans did attempt to resist Hitler's government. In this episode, Katie and Sarah explore the story of the White Rose, a secret resistance group. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-07-26-symhc-infant-ruler-russia.mp3 Ivan IV was still an infant when he was proclaimed the Emperor of Russia. In this episode, Katie and Sarah explain how this strange ascension occurred -- and how Anna Leopoldovna became the power behind the throne. Mon, 26 Jul 2010 13:22:27 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-07-26-symhc-infant-ruler-russia.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, katie, russia, ivan VI, anna leopoldovna 00:13:28 Ivan IV was still an infant when he was proclaimed the Emperor of Russia. In this episode, Katie and Sarah explain how this strange ascension occurred -- and how Anna Leopoldovna became the power behind the throne. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-07-21-symhc-henry-ford-city-amazon.mp3 Anxious to control his own rubber company, Henry Ford built a utopian community in the midst of the Amazon. In this episode, Katie and Sarah explore the construction of Fordlandia, the life of its inhabitants and what eventually went wrong. Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:59:36 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-07-21-symhc-henry-ford-city-amazon.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, katie, fordlandia, henry ford, amazon, rubber 00:23:09 Anxious to control his own rubber company, Henry Ford built a utopian community in the midst of the Amazon. In this episode, Katie and Sarah explore the construction of Fordlandia, the life of its inhabitants and what eventually went wrong. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-07-19-symhc-burke-hare-corpses.mp3 From 1827 to 1828, Burke and Hare were accused of killing fifteen people and selling their bodies to medical students. But were they really resurrectionists? Tune in to learn the truth about Burke and Hare in this podcast. Mon, 19 Jul 2010 14:18:00 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-07-19-symhc-burke-hare-corpses.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, katie, sarah, burke, hare, resurrectionist, grave robber 00:17:39 From 1827 to 1828, Burke and Hare were accused of killing fifteen people and selling their bodies to medical students. But were they really resurrectionists? Tune in to learn the truth about Burke and Hare in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-07-14-symhc-king-ludwig.mp3 From his opulent, solitary dinners to the amazing Neuschwanstein Castle, it's no surprise that King Ludwig II was known as an eccentric. In fact, people thought he was mad. But why? Tune in and learn more about Mad King Ludwig in this podcast. Wed, 14 Jul 2010 12:02:36 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-07-14-symhc-king-ludwig.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, katie, sarah, mad king ludwig ii, Neuschwanstein Castle 00:25:58 From his opulent, solitary dinners to the amazing Neuschwanstein Castle, it's no surprise that King Ludwig II was known as an eccentric. In fact, people thought he was mad. But why? Tune in and learn more about Mad King Ludwig in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-07-12-symhc-last-queen-hawaii.mp3 Born in 1838, Lili'uokalani became the queen of Hawaii in 1891. Unfortunately, she was destined to be Hawaii's last monarch. Listen in and learn how Hawaii became a state in this podcast. Mon, 12 Jul 2010 15:40:18 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-07-12-symhc-last-queen-hawaii.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, katie, sarah, lili'uokalani, hawaii 00:17:59 Born in 1838, Lili'uokalani became the queen of Hawaii in 1891. Unfortunately, she was destined to be Hawaii's last monarch. Listen in and learn how Hawaii became a state in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-07-07-symhc-kamehameha.mp3 Born shortly after the appearance of Halley's comet over Hawai'i in 1758, Kamehameha was hailed as the king who would unite the Hawai'ian islands. But how did he turn this prophecy into reality, and what happened to him in the end? Tune in and learn more. Wed, 07 Jul 2010 13:52:47 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-07-07-symhc-kamehameha.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, katie, sarah, kamehameha, hawaii 00:18:36 Born shortly after the appearance of Halley's comet over Hawai'i in 1758, Kamehameha was hailed as the king who would unite the Hawai'ian islands. But how did he turn this prophecy into reality, and what happened to him in the end? Tune in and learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-07-05-symhc-bloody-sunday.mp3 In 1972 the tension between the United Kingdom and the Irish Republican Army rose to a fever pitch as the British Army and Irish protestors clashed. Learn more about the contentious partition of Ireland -- and Bloody Sunday -- in this podcast. Mon, 05 Jul 2010 17:42:52 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-07-05-symhc-bloody-sunday.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, irish republican army, bloody Sunday, katie, sarah, 00:15:53 In 1972 the tension between the United Kingdom and the Irish Republican Army rose to a fever pitch as the British Army and Irish protestors clashed. Learn more about the contentious partition of Ireland -- and Bloody Sunday -- in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-06-30-symhc-mata-hari-sinister-salome.mp3 Mata Hari was an exotic dancer and a courtesan, but today she's known more for her work as a spy. In this podcast, Katie and Sarah take a look at the extraordinary life of Mata Hari -- and whether the French intelligence community used her as a scapegoat. Wed, 30 Jun 2010 13:32:49 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-06-30-symhc-mata-hari-sinister-salome.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, katie, sarah, mata hari, espionage 00:16:57 Mata Hari was an exotic dancer and a courtesan, but today she's known more for her work as a spy. In this podcast, Katie and Sarah take a look at the extraordinary life of Mata Hari -- and whether the French intelligence community used her as a scapegoat. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-06-28-symhc-conspiracy-aaron-burr.mp3 After Aaron Burr slew Alexander Hamilton in the duel of 1804, his legislative career was over. In March of 1805, Burr left the political sphere and moved west -- but his story doesn't end there. Tune in more about Burr's later adventures in this podcast. Mon, 28 Jun 2010 12:02:54 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-06-28-symhc-conspiracy-aaron-burr.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, aaron burr, katie, sarah, alexander hamilton, conspiracy 00:14:36 After Aaron Burr slew Alexander Hamilton in the duel of 1804, his legislative career was over. In March of 1805, Burr left the political sphere and moved west -- but his story doesn't end there. Tune in more about Burr's later adventures in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-06-23-symhc-oscar-wilde.mp3 The larger-than-life poet and novelist Oscar Wilde remains one of Ireland's most well-known authors, but his life wasn't all accolades and praise. Join Katie and Sarah as they explore the struggles and triumphs of Oscar Wilde in this podcast. Wed, 23 Jun 2010 11:59:49 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-06-23-symhc-oscar-wilde.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, katie, sarah, oscar wilde, 00:26:26 The larger-than-life poet and novelist Oscar Wilde remains one of Ireland's most well-known authors, but his life wasn't all accolades and praise. Join Katie and Sarah as they explore the struggles and triumphs of Oscar Wilde in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-06-21-symhc-holocaust-hannah-szenes.mp3 Amid the anti-Semitic and hostile environment of Hungary, the poet Hannah Szenes joined with resistance forces, risking her life to save Jewish communities. Tune in and learn why Hannah Szenes is known as the "Joan of Arc of Israel" in this podcast. Mon, 21 Jun 2010 13:24:59 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-06-21-symhc-holocaust-hannah-szenes.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holocaust, hanna szenes, sarah, katie 00:17:07 Amid the anti-Semitic and hostile environment of Hungary, the poet Hannah Szenes joined with resistance forces, risking her life to save Jewish communities. Tune in and learn why Hannah Szenes is known as the "Joan of Arc of Israel" in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-06-16-symhc-mutiny-bounty.mp3 The mutiny aboard the HMS Bounty has been popularized in film, but how accurate is this depiction? In this podcast, Sarah and Katie take a closer look at this legendary mutiny -- and figure out whether William Bligh deserves his terrible reputation. Wed, 16 Jun 2010 15:36:26 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-06-16-symhc-mutiny-bounty.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, katie, mutiny on the bounty, bligh 00:25:13 The mutiny aboard the HMS Bounty has been popularized in film, but how accurate is this depiction? In this podcast, Sarah and Katie take a closer look at this legendary mutiny -- and figure out whether William Bligh deserves his terrible reputation. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-06-14-symhc-tecumseh.mp3 Born in 1768, Tecumseh was a leader of the Shawnee tribe who united several Native American tribes in opposition against the expansionist U.S. forces. But who was this legendary leader? Tune in and learn more about the real Tecumseh in this podcast. Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:21:00 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-06-14-symhc-tecumseh.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, tecumseh, katie, sarah, tecumseh's war 00:21:40 Born in 1768, Tecumseh was a leader of the Shawnee tribe who united several Native American tribes in opposition against the expansionist U.S. forces. But who was this legendary leader? Tune in and learn more about the real Tecumseh in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-06-09-symhc-bombardment-baltimore.mp3 Years after the American Revolution, Britain and the United States were still locked in conflict. Listen in as Katie and Sarah explore the British bombardment of Baltimore in 1814 -- and how it inspired a lawyer named Francis Scott Key -- in this podcast. Wed, 09 Jun 2010 13:25:15 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-06-09-symhc-bombardment-baltimore.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, katie, baltimore, bombardment, war of 1812 00:21:24 Years after the American Revolution, Britain and the United States were still locked in conflict. Listen in as Katie and Sarah explore the British bombardment of Baltimore in 1814 -- and how it inspired a lawyer named Francis Scott Key -- in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-06-07-symhc-lillie-langtry.mp3 In her time, Lillie Langtry was known as the most beautiful woman in the world. But how did she get her start? Listen in and learn how The Jersey Lily became an international celebrity in this podcast. Mon, 07 Jun 2010 15:02:41 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-06-07-symhc-lillie-langtry.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, lillie langtry, katie, sarah, jersey lilly 00:15:55 In her time, Lillie Langtry was known as the most beautiful woman in the world. But how did she get her start? Listen in and learn how The Jersey Lily became an international celebrity in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-06-02-symhc-pony-express.mp3 The Pony Express used a system of riders and horses to safely deliver mail between Missouri and Sacramento -- a distance of over 1900 miles. But how did it work? Join Katie and Sarah as they trace the rise and fall of the Pony Express in this podcast. Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:22:51 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-06-02-symhc-pony-express.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, katie, pony express, postal history 00:14:28 The Pony Express used a system of riders and horses to safely deliver mail between Missouri and Sacramento -- a distance of over 1900 miles. But how did it work? Join Katie and Sarah as they trace the rise and fall of the Pony Express in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-05-31-symhc-emperor-us.mp3 When Joshua Norton returned to San Francisco following a disastrous business deal, he was a little bit loopy. Norton went to the newspapers and declared himself emperor of the United States. Here's the crazy part: it worked. Tune in and learn more. Mon, 31 May 2010 10:56:40 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-05-31-symhc-emperor-us.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, norton I, united states emperor, katie, sarah 00:18:26 When Joshua Norton returned to San Francisco following a disastrous business deal, he was a little bit loopy. Norton went to the newspapers and declared himself emperor of the United States. Here's the crazy part: it worked. Tune in and learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-05-26-symhc-caligula-disentangled.mp3 According to most popular accounts, Caligula was an insane, cruel and bizarre emperor. But how reliable are those stories? Join Katie and Sarah as they take a look at Caligula's life -- and try to separate the facts from the rumors -- in this podcast. Wed, 26 May 2010 12:47:52 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-05-26-symhc-caligula-disentangled.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, katie, sarah, caligula, rome, 00:19:28 According to most popular accounts, Caligula was an insane, cruel and bizarre emperor. But how reliable are those stories? Join Katie and Sarah as they take a look at Caligula's life -- and try to separate the facts from the rumors -- in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-05-24-symhc-nefertiti-heretic-pharaoh.mp3 Today historians know very little about Nefertiti, but during her time as Egypt's queen she was revered as a goddess. In this episode, Sarah and Katie explore the reign of Nefertiti, and why her controversial husband Akhenaton was considered a heretic. Mon, 24 May 2010 16:59:42 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-05-24-symhc-nefertiti-heretic-pharaoh.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, katie, nefertiti, heretic pharoah, egyptian rulers 00:16:05 Today historians know very little about Nefertiti, but during her time as Egypt's queen she was revered as a goddess. In this episode, Sarah and Katie explore the reign of Nefertiti, and why her controversial husband Akhenaton was considered a heretic. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-05-19-symhc-shipwreck-jamestown.mp3 When a relief mission left Plymouth in 1609 to assist the troubled colony of Jamestown, an intense storm separated one vessel from the rest of the fleet. Learn how this shipwreck may have saved Jamestown -- and inspired Shakespeare -- in this podcast. Wed, 19 May 2010 12:23:12 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-05-19-symhc-shipwreck-jamestown.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, katie, sarah, jamestown, shipwreck, shakespeare, 1609 00:21:53 When a relief mission left Plymouth in 1609 to assist the troubled colony of Jamestown, an intense storm separated one vessel from the rest of the fleet. Learn how this shipwreck may have saved Jamestown -- and inspired Shakespeare -- in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-05-17-symhc-bolivar-liberator.mp3 Born in 1783, Simon Bolivar grew to become known as the George Washington of South America. But how did this happen? Listen in and learn how Simon Bolivar left a life of luxury to pursue liberation from Spain in this podcast. Mon, 17 May 2010 15:50:51 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-05-17-symhc-bolivar-liberator.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, katie, bolivar, liberator 00:16:33 Born in 1783, Simon Bolivar grew to become known as the George Washington of South America. But how did this happen? Listen in and learn how Simon Bolivar left a life of luxury to pursue liberation from Spain in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-05-12-symhc-brothers-grimm.mp3 Fairy tales weren't always safe fodder for the latest Disney film. In fact, some were downright macabre. Learn more about the original versions of fairy tales -- and the eccentric brothers responsible for popularizing them -- in this podcast. Wed, 12 May 2010 15:22:47 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-05-12-symhc-brothers-grimm.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, katie, sarah, brothers grimm, fairy tales, folklore 00:11:12 Fairy tales weren't always safe fodder for the latest Disney film. In fact, some were downright macabre. Learn more about the original versions of fairy tales -- and the eccentric brothers responsible for popularizing them -- in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-05-10-symhc-47-ronin-samurai.mp3 Historically, the samurai were Japanese warriors famous for their loyalty to their feudal lords and adherence to a strict code of honor. Tune in to learn more about the samurai and the legendary tale of the 47 Ronin. Mon, 10 May 2010 15:02:29 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-05-10-symhc-47-ronin-samurai.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, katie, sarah, 47 ronin, samurai, samurai code, bushido 00:17:46 Historically, the samurai were Japanese warriors famous for their loyalty to their feudal lords and adherence to a strict code of honor. Tune in to learn more about the samurai and the legendary tale of the 47 Ronin. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-05-05-symhc-art-heist.mp3 From cat burglars to immoral, obsessed collectors, we've all heard stories of notorious art thieves. But in terms of loot, which of history's outrageous art heists was the most successful? Listen in and learn more in this podcast. Wed, 05 May 2010 18:46:22 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-05-05-symhc-art-heist.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, katie, sarah, art heist, theives, theft, 00:19:01 From cat burglars to immoral, obsessed collectors, we've all heard stories of notorious art thieves. But in terms of loot, which of history's outrageous art heists was the most successful? Listen in and learn more in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-05-03-symhc-charlie-chaplin.mp3 Charlie Chaplin is perhaps best known for his portrayal of 'The Tramp,' a character with raggedy clothes and a heart of gold. But who was the real Charlie Chaplin? Learn more about one of the most influential actors of silent film in this podcast. Mon, 03 May 2010 15:04:08 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-05-03-symhc-charlie-chaplin.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, katie, sarah, charlie chaplin, 00:17:56 Charlie Chaplin is perhaps best known for his portrayal of 'The Tramp,' a character with raggedy clothes and a heart of gold. But who was the real Charlie Chaplin? Learn more about one of the most influential actors of silent film in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-04-28-symhc-medici-scarlet-nuptials.mp3 In this episode of the continuing Medici super series, Katie and Sarah follow up on the further adventures of Catherine de'Medici. Listen in and learn how the St. Bartholomew Day's massacre contributed to Catherine's notorious reputation in this podcast. Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:43:11 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-04-28-symhc-medici-scarlet-nuptials.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, katie, sarah, catherine medici, scarlet nuptials 00:25:45 In this episode of the continuing Medici super series, Katie and Sarah follow up on the further adventures of Catherine de'Medici. Listen in and learn how the St. Bartholomew Day's massacre contributed to Catherine's notorious reputation in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-04-26-symhc-money-oak-island.mp3 In 1795, a farm boy named Daniel McGinnis found a strange depression in the ground on an island in Nova Scotia's Mahone Bay. As he and his friends began to dig, they realized they'd stumbled on much more than an ordinary hole. Tune in and learn more. Mon, 26 Apr 2010 11:48:56 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-04-26-symhc-money-oak-island.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, katie, sarah, oak island, buried treasure, money pit 00:14:24 In 1795, a farm boy named Daniel McGinnis found a strange depression in the ground on an island in Nova Scotia's Mahone Bay. As he and his friends began to dig, they realized they'd stumbled on much more than an ordinary hole. Tune in and learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-04-21-symhc-italian-orphan.mp3 Catherine de' Medici remains the most famous female member of the Medici clan. Orphaned at a young age, Catherine survived struggles with childhood illness and eventually became the Queen consort of France. Tune in and learn what happened next. Wed, 21 Apr 2010 16:59:50 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-04-21-symhc-italian-orphan.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, katie, catherine de'medici, italian orphan 00:23:51 Catherine de' Medici remains the most famous female member of the Medici clan. Orphaned at a young age, Catherine survived struggles with childhood illness and eventually became the Queen consort of France. Tune in and learn what happened next. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-04-19-symhc-notable-vaudevillians.mp3 In a follow-up to the earlier episode on the history of vaudeville, Katie and Sarah take a closer look at some of the most memorable vaudevillians. Listen in and learn more about everyone from the Marx brothers to Winsor McCay in this episode. Mon, 19 Apr 2010 14:04:18 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-04-19-symhc-notable-vaudevillians.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, katie, vaudeville, vaudevillians 00:25:08 In a follow-up to the earlier episode on the history of vaudeville, Katie and Sarah take a closer look at some of the most memorable vaudevillians. Listen in and learn more about everyone from the Marx brothers to Winsor McCay in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-04-14-symhc-emanuel-swedenborg.mp3 When the philosopher Emanuel Swedenborg sought mechanical explanations for nature, he found himself struggling with his faith as he searched for evidence of the human soul. But what happened next? Tune in and learn more in this podcast. Wed, 14 Apr 2010 10:59:36 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-04-14-symhc-emanuel-swedenborg.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, sarah, katie, emanuel swedenborg, 00:18:20 When the philosopher Emanuel Swedenborg sought mechanical explanations for nature, he found himself struggling with his faith as he searched for evidence of the human soul. But what happened next? Tune in and learn more in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-04-12-symhc-michelangelo.mp3 As a painter and a sculptor, Michelangelo became famous within his own lifetime. But who exactly was this artist, and what compelled him to create his masterpieces? Listen in as Katie and Sarah explore the life of Michelangelo in this podcast. Mon, 12 Apr 2010 13:10:34 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-04-12-symhc-michelangelo.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, katie, sarah, michelangelo, art, renaissance 00:26:37 As a painter and a sculptor, Michelangelo became famous within his own lifetime. But who exactly was this artist, and what compelled him to create his masterpieces? Listen in as Katie and Sarah explore the life of Michelangelo in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-04-07-symhc-vaudeville.mp3 Vaudeville flourished from the late 19th century into the Depression era. It was one of America's most famous forms of entertainment at the time. Tune in as Katie and Sarah take a look at this family-friendly variety show from America's bygone days. Wed, 07 Apr 2010 13:10:18 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-04-07-symhc-vaudeville.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, katie, sarah, vaudeville, vaudevillians 00:14:48 Vaudeville flourished from the late 19th century into the Depression era. It was one of America's most famous forms of entertainment at the time. Tune in as Katie and Sarah take a look at this family-friendly variety show from America's bygone days. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-04-05-symhc-savonarola-unarmed-prophet.mp3 Girolamo Savonarola wasn't the typical Dominican friar. He began protesting moral corruption in the clergy at a young age. Eventually he came to Florence, the dominion of the powerful and decadent Medici clan. Tune in and learn what happened next. Mon, 05 Apr 2010 14:11:42 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-04-05-symhc-savonarola-unarmed-prophet.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, girolamo savonarola, katie, sarah 00:21:51 Girolamo Savonarola wasn't the typical Dominican friar. He began protesting moral corruption in the clergy at a young age. Eventually he came to Florence, the dominion of the powerful and decadent Medici clan. Tune in and learn what happened next. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-03-31-symhc-duomo-pazzi-conspiracy.mp3 When the Pazzi family became entangled in a plot to assassinate Lorenzo and Giuliano de'Medici, the conspiracy grew until it reached the steps of the Vatican itself. Learn more about this coup attempt -- and its ultimate result -- in this episode. Wed, 31 Mar 2010 15:49:57 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-03-31-symhc-duomo-pazzi-conspiracy.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, pazzi conspiracy, medici, katie, sarah, lorenzo, giuliano 00:21:58 When the Pazzi family became entangled in a plot to assassinate Lorenzo and Giuliano de'Medici, the conspiracy grew until it reached the steps of the Vatican itself. Learn more about this coup attempt -- and its ultimate result -- in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-03-29-symhc-bar-kokhba.mp3 Born Simon ben Kosiba, Simon bar Kokhba led the Bar Kokhba revolt against the Roman empire. The revolt succeeded momentarily, and the Romans were expelled from Judea -- but the conflict was far from over. Tune in and learn what happened next. Mon, 29 Mar 2010 13:08:56 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-03-29-symhc-bar-kokhba.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, katie, sarah, jews, romans, bar kokhba 00:14:08 Born Simon ben Kosiba, Simon bar Kokhba led the Bar Kokhba revolt against the Roman empire. The revolt succeeded momentarily, and the Romans were expelled from Judea -- but the conflict was far from over. Tune in and learn what happened next. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-03-24-symhc-girl-stunt-journalism.mp3 Born in 1864, Nellie Bly wasn't your average journalist -- in fact, she feigned insanity to gain entry into a mental institution. Join Sarah and Katie as they take a closer look at the life of Nellie Bly, America's original stunt journalist. Wed, 24 Mar 2010 12:28:41 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-03-24-symhc-girl-stunt-journalism.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, katie, sarah, how stuff works, nellie bly, stunt journalism 00:22:51 Born in 1864, Nellie Bly wasn't your average journalist -- in fact, she feigned insanity to gain entry into a mental institution. Join Sarah and Katie as they take a closer look at the life of Nellie Bly, America's original stunt journalist. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-03-22-symhc-book-of-kells.mp3 Created around 800 AD, the Book of Kells is an illuminated manuscript held at Trinity College in Ireland. Listen in to learn more about the Book of Kells -- and how it survived for so long -- in this podcast. Mon, 22 Mar 2010 13:30:45 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-03-22-symhc-book-of-kells.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, book of kells, katie, sarah, how stuff works, 00:23:33 Created around 800 AD, the Book of Kells is an illuminated manuscript held at Trinity College in Ireland. Listen in to learn more about the Book of Kells -- and how it survived for so long -- in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-03-17-symhc-brian-baru.mp3 As High King of Ireland, Brian Boru fought against -- and ultimately ended -- the rule of Niall Noigiallach's descendents. Tune in as Katie and Sarah take a closer look at the life of Brian Boru in this podcast. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:12:16 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-03-17-symhc-brian-baru.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, katie, sarah, brain boru, king of ireland 00:13:55 As High King of Ireland, Brian Boru fought against -- and ultimately ended -- the rule of Niall Noigiallach's descendents. Tune in as Katie and Sarah take a closer look at the life of Brian Boru in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-03-15-symhc-amber-room.mp3 Often hailed as "the eighth wonder of the world," the Amber Room is an opulent room adorned with gold and precious amber. History buffs would love to see the room for themselves, but there's one problem: it's missing. Learn more in this episode. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 12:32:41 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-03-15-symhc-amber-room.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, amber room, 00:18:22 Often hailed as "the eighth wonder of the world," the Amber Room is an opulent room adorned with gold and precious amber. History buffs would love to see the room for themselves, but there's one problem: it's missing. Learn more in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-03-10-symhc-romanov.mp3 The House of Romanov ruled Russia from 1613 until 1917, when Nicholas II abdicated the throne. But what actually happened to the royal family? Tune in as Katie and Sarah get to the bottom of the mysterious demise of the Romanovs in this episode. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:48:09 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-03-10-symhc-romanov.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, romanov, romanovs 00:19:01 The House of Romanov ruled Russia from 1613 until 1917, when Nicholas II abdicated the throne. But what actually happened to the royal family? Tune in as Katie and Sarah get to the bottom of the mysterious demise of the Romanovs in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-03-08-symhc-josephine-baker.mp3 With a career spanning five decades, Josephine Baker was a star of stage and screen. However, she was also a spy for the French resistance during World War II. Tune in and learn more about Josephine Baker in this podcast. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 13:27:13 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-03-08-symhc-josephine-baker.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff from the history class, josephine baker 00:12:39 With a career spanning five decades, Josephine Baker was a star of stage and screen. However, she was also a spy for the French resistance during World War II. Tune in and learn more about Josephine Baker in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-03-03-symhc-garibaldi-1000.mp3 Giuseppe Garibaldi led the ultimate underdogs in an expedition to overthrow the Bourbon family ruling Sicily in 1860. Tune in and learn how this ragged band of roughly 1,000 people forced the royal army of 20,000 men to surrender in this podcast. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 14:20:29 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-03-03-symhc-garibaldi-1000.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, garibaldi's 1000, giuseppe garibaldi 00:19:06 Giuseppe Garibaldi led the ultimate underdogs in an expedition to overthrow the Bourbon family ruling Sicily in 1860. Tune in and learn how this ragged band of roughly 1,000 people forced the royal army of 20,000 men to surrender in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-03-01-symhc-stokely-carmichael.mp3 Born in 1941 in Trinidad, Stokely Carmichael moved to the US at the age of 11. Once he arrived he set upon a path that permanently changed American society. Listen in and learn how he became the leader of the Black Power movement in this episode. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 12:30:27 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-03-01-symhc-stokely-carmichael.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, stokely carmichael, black power 00:15:29 Born in 1941 in Trinidad, Stokely Carmichael moved to the US at the age of 11. Once he arrived he set upon a path that permanently changed American society. Listen in and learn how he became the leader of the Black Power movement in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-02-24-symhc-crimean-war.mp3 When Mary Seacole was born, racism was rife and no formal nursing institutions existed. Tune in to learn how Mary Seacole overcame these obstacles and became one of the world's most recognizable nurses in this episode. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 15:22:26 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-02-24-symhc-crimean-war.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history, mary seacole 00:17:58 When Mary Seacole was born, racism was rife and no formal nursing institutions existed. Tune in to learn how Mary Seacole overcame these obstacles and became one of the world's most recognizable nurses in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-02-22-symhc-zenobia.mp3 Some authors have described Zenobia, a queen of Palmyra, as a second Cleopatra. Listen in as Sarah and Katie explore the history of Palmyra and Zenobia in this episode. Mon, 22 Feb 2010 12:30:45 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-02-22-symhc-zenobia.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, zenobia 00:13:33 Some authors have described Zenobia, a queen of Palmyra, as a second Cleopatra. Listen in as Sarah and Katie explore the history of Palmyra and Zenobia in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-02-17-symhc-satchel-paige.mp3 Born in Alabama in 1906, Satchel Paige rose through the ranks to become one of the most popular baseball players in the Negro Leagues. Tune in as Sarah and Katie explore the career of one of baseball's greatest pitchers. Wed, 17 Feb 2010 16:17:00 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-02-17-symhc-satchel-paige.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, satchel paige, negro league 00:23:32 Born in Alabama in 1906, Satchel Paige rose through the ranks to become one of the most popular baseball players in the Negro Leagues. Tune in as Sarah and Katie explore the career of one of baseball's greatest pitchers. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-02-15-symhc-champagne-safari.mp3 On July 6th, 1934, Charles Bedaux set off on an expedition from Edmonton to British Columbia. This was no ordinary trek -- the travelers moved in style, bringing along every imaginable luxury. Tune in and learn what happened next in this episode. Mon, 15 Feb 2010 19:36:28 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-02-15-symhc-champagne-safari.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff from the history class, champagne safari, emile baudot 00:15:48 On July 6th, 1934, Charles Bedaux set off on an expedition from Edmonton to British Columbia. This was no ordinary trek -- the travelers moved in style, bringing along every imaginable luxury. Tune in and learn what happened next in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-02-10-symhc-taj-mahal-love.mp3 The Taj Mahal was built by the Mogul ruler Shah Jahan as a memorial to his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. In this episode, Sarah and Katie delve into the stories of one of the world's most opulent mausoleums. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 10:41:51 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-02-10-symhc-taj-mahal-love.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, taj mahal 00:27:28 The Taj Mahal was built by the Mogul ruler Shah Jahan as a memorial to his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. In this episode, Sarah and Katie delve into the stories of one of the world's most opulent mausoleums. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-02-08-symhc-blue-beard.mp3 "Bluebeard" is one of Charles Perrault's most disturbing and grisly stories -- but could it be true? Join Sarah and Katie as they explore the depraved life and crimes of Gilles de Rais, the real-life basis for Perrault's Bluebeard. Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:41:39 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-02-08-symhc-blue-beard.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, blue beard, pirates 00:15:10 "Bluebeard" is one of Charles Perrault's most disturbing and grisly stories -- but could it be true? Join Sarah and Katie as they explore the depraved life and crimes of Gilles de Rais, the real-life basis for Perrault's Bluebeard. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-02-03-symhc-black-moses.mp3 Tune in to this episode of Stuff You Missed in History Class to learn more about the life and philosophy of Marcus Garvey, a black nationalist leader known as "Black Moses." Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:04:47 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-02-03-symhc-black-moses.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, black moses, marcus garvey, garveyism 00:20:16 Tune in to this episode of Stuff You Missed in History Class to learn more about the life and philosophy of Marcus Garvey, a black nationalist leader known as "Black Moses." HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-02-01-symhc-battle-horses.mp3 Although prehistoric societies hunted horses for food, they quickly realized the animals were more useful as a means of transportation. Tune in as Katie and Sarah explore one of the most specialized types of horses -- battle steeds -- throughout history. Mon, 01 Feb 2010 13:32:18 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-02-01-symhc-battle-horses.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, battle horses, horses 00:20:42 Although prehistoric societies hunted horses for food, they quickly realized the animals were more useful as a means of transportation. Tune in as Katie and Sarah explore one of the most specialized types of horses -- battle steeds -- throughout history. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-01-27-symhc-louverture-haitian-rev.mp3 When the Haitian revolution broke out, Toussaint L'Ouverture did not originally take part in the violence -- at least, that is, until the British became involved. Learn more about Toussaint L'Ouverture and the Haitian revolution in this podcast. Wed, 27 Jan 2010 15:03:48 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-01-27-symhc-louverture-haitian-rev.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, haiti, Toussaint L'ouverture, revolution 00:19:04 When the Haitian revolution broke out, Toussaint L'Ouverture did not originally take part in the violence -- at least, that is, until the British became involved. Learn more about Toussaint L'Ouverture and the Haitian revolution in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-01-25-symhc-ghastly-blank-burke-wills.mp3 When John O'Hara Burke and William John Wills attempted to traverse Australia, the inland area of the continent was terra incognita known as the "ghastly blank." Learn what the expedition discovered in this episode. Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:15:30 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-01-25-symhc-ghastly-blank-burke-wills.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, ghastly blank, australia 00:22:47 When John O'Hara Burke and William John Wills attempted to traverse Australia, the inland area of the continent was terra incognita known as the "ghastly blank." Learn what the expedition discovered in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-01-20-symhc-king-porus-alexander-great.mp3 As Alexander the Great pushed across the globe on his quest for world domination, he met with an unexpected obstacle: King Porus of the Punjab region. Listen in as Katie and Sarah explore the historical Battle of the Hydaspes in this episode. Wed, 20 Jan 2010 12:52:36 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-01-20-symhc-king-porus-alexander-great.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, alexander, porus, Battle of Hydaspes 00:22:48 As Alexander the Great pushed across the globe on his quest for world domination, he met with an unexpected obstacle: King Porus of the Punjab region. Listen in as Katie and Sarah explore the historical Battle of the Hydaspes in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-01-18-symhc-nazi-king.mp3 Although Edward VIII is often remembered as a British King who abdicated the throne for love, FBI files suggest that there may have been a more sinister motive. Tune in and learn more about Edward VIII's possible Nazi connections in this podcast. Mon, 18 Jan 2010 19:17:10 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-01-18-symhc-nazi-king.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, nazi king, 00:15:22 Although Edward VIII is often remembered as a British King who abdicated the throne for love, FBI files suggest that there may have been a more sinister motive. Tune in and learn more about Edward VIII's possible Nazi connections in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-01-13-symhc-wallice-simpson.mp3 In 1936, Britain's King Edward VIII renounced his throne in order to marry an American socialite named Wallis Simpson. Join Katie and Sarah as the explore the astonishing story behind Britain's only royal resignation. Wed, 13 Jan 2010 10:26:02 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-01-13-symhc-wallice-simpson.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, wallice simpson, abdication 00:19:21 In 1936, Britain's King Edward VIII renounced his throne in order to marry an American socialite named Wallis Simpson. Join Katie and Sarah as the explore the astonishing story behind Britain's only royal resignation. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-01-11-symhc-kidnapping-patty-hearst.mp3 In 1974, publishing heiress Patty Hearst was kidnapped by the Symbionese Liberation Army. Originally a hostage, Hearst eventually became a member of the SLA, participating in at least two robberies. Tune in to learn more about Patty Hearst. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 14:25:38 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-01-11-symhc-kidnapping-patty-hearst.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, patty hearst, hearst kidnapping 00:16:21 In 1974, publishing heiress Patty Hearst was kidnapped by the Symbionese Liberation Army. Originally a hostage, Hearst eventually became a member of the SLA, participating in at least two robberies. Tune in to learn more about Patty Hearst. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-01-06-symhc-hearst-castle.mp3 When newspaper tycoon William Randolph Hearst grew weary of camping, he asked Julia Morgan to build a 'small bungalow' in San Simeon, California. More than 20 years later, the gigantic Hearst Castle remains one of the most opulent homes in North America. Wed, 06 Jan 2010 15:29:58 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-01-06-symhc-hearst-castle.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, hearst castle, william hearst 00:17:31 When newspaper tycoon William Randolph Hearst grew weary of camping, he asked Julia Morgan to build a 'small bungalow' in San Simeon, California. More than 20 years later, the gigantic Hearst Castle remains one of the most opulent homes in North America. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-01-04-symhc-death-lord-darnley.mp3 In February of 1567, Lord Darnley lay sleeping in a house called Kirk o'Field when it exploded. He was certainly dead, but when his body was discovered it seemed that he died of strangulation ... and here the mystery began. Learn more in this episode. Mon, 04 Jan 2010 12:38:17 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2010-01-04-symhc-death-lord-darnley.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, lord darnley, mary, botwell 00:23:41 In February of 1567, Lord Darnley lay sleeping in a house called Kirk o'Field when it exploded. He was certainly dead, but when his body was discovered it seemed that he died of strangulation ... and here the mystery began. Learn more in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-12-30-symhc-citizen-kane.mp3 Critics around the world agree that Citizen Kane is one of history's best films -- but who was the basis of this story? Listen in as Sarah and Katie take a look back on the life of William Randolph Hearst in this episode. Wed, 30 Dec 2009 14:42:40 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-12-30-symhc-citizen-kane.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, william randolph hearst, citizen kane 00:21:20 Critics around the world agree that Citizen Kane is one of history's best films -- but who was the basis of this story? Listen in as Sarah and Katie take a look back on the life of William Randolph Hearst in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-12-28-symhc-virgin-queen-love.mp3 Elizabeth I never married. Instead, she encouraged (and avoided) many suitors without making a commitment. Additionally, many people believed Elizabeth was in love with a man named Robert Dudley. Learn more about Elizabeth's great love in this episode. Mon, 28 Dec 2009 13:48:16 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-12-28-symhc-virgin-queen-love.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, virgin queen, robert dudley 00:22:26 Elizabeth I never married. Instead, she encouraged (and avoided) many suitors without making a commitment. Additionally, many people believed Elizabeth was in love with a man named Robert Dudley. Learn more about Elizabeth's great love in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-12-23-symhc-saturnalia.mp3 Winter solstice celebrations predate Christmas, and trace back into antiquity. Saturnalia was one of these ancient traditions, and it was very different from the celebration we recognize as Christmas today. Tune in and learn more in this episode. Wed, 23 Dec 2009 10:44:44 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-12-23-symhc-saturnalia.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, saturnalia, christmas 00:10:13 Winter solstice celebrations predate Christmas, and trace back into antiquity. Saturnalia was one of these ancient traditions, and it was very different from the celebration we recognize as Christmas today. Tune in and learn more in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-12-21-symhc-bungled-one-person-flight.mp3 Nowadays almost every urban center has an airport, and the idea of flying across an ocean seems normal. Yet this wasn't always the case. Join Katie and Sarah as they explore the fascinating stories of the people who tried -- and failed -- to fly. Mon, 21 Dec 2009 15:05:33 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-12-21-symhc-bungled-one-person-flight.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, bungled flight attempts, fly, flight history 00:16:12 Nowadays almost every urban center has an airport, and the idea of flying across an ocean seems normal. Yet this wasn't always the case. Join Katie and Sarah as they explore the fascinating stories of the people who tried -- and failed -- to fly. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-12-16-symhc-rival-queens-mary-elizabeth.mp3 Although they were cousins, Elizabeth I and Mary Stuart had little in the way of familial affection. Join Katie and Sarah as they take a closer look at the infamous rivalry between Mary Stuart and Elizabeth I in this episode. Wed, 16 Dec 2009 13:03:36 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-12-16-symhc-rival-queens-mary-elizabeth.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, mary stuart, elizabeth I 00:28:37 Although they were cousins, Elizabeth I and Mary Stuart had little in the way of familial affection. Join Katie and Sarah as they take a closer look at the infamous rivalry between Mary Stuart and Elizabeth I in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-12-14-symhc-taiping-worked.mp3 In 1850, a disillusioned would-be bureaucrat named Hung Hsiu-ch'uan became the head of a rebellion against the Qing dynasty. Learn the story of this rebellion -- and how it influenced modern China -- in this episode. Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:38:29 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-12-14-symhc-taiping-worked.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, taiping rebellion, stuff you missed in history class, chinese history 00:16:45 In 1850, a disillusioned would-be bureaucrat named Hung Hsiu-ch'uan became the head of a rebellion against the Qing dynasty. Learn the story of this rebellion -- and how it influenced modern China -- in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-12-09-symhc-elizabeth-queen.mp3 As the only child of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, Elizabeth I was born into a world of privilege and danger. Learn more about the tumultuous life of Elizabeth I before she became the Queen of England in this episode. Wed, 09 Dec 2009 10:53:38 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-12-09-symhc-elizabeth-queen.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, elizabeth the first, queen elizabeth 00:28:56 As the only child of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, Elizabeth I was born into a world of privilege and danger. Learn more about the tumultuous life of Elizabeth I before she became the Queen of England in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-12-07-symhc-harry-houdini.mp3 Once known as the world's greatest magician, Harry Houdini's reputation still resonates with modern fans of illusion and magic. Join Katie and Sarah as they explore the fact -- and fiction -- surrounding the spectacular Harry Houdini in this episode. Mon, 07 Dec 2009 11:33:18 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-12-07-symhc-harry-houdini.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, harry houdini, psychic, skeptic 00:25:59 Once known as the world's greatest magician, Harry Houdini's reputation still resonates with modern fans of illusion and magic. Join Katie and Sarah as they explore the fact -- and fiction -- surrounding the spectacular Harry Houdini in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-12-02-symhc-meriwether-die.mp3 In 1809, Meriwether Lewis died of gunshot wounds -- but how did this happen? Historians still debate the circumstances involved. Join Katie and Sarah as they explore the facts -- and sensationalism -- surrounding the mysterious death of Meriwether Lewis. Wed, 02 Dec 2009 11:58:07 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-12-02-symhc-meriwether-die.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, meriwether lewis, lewis and clarke 00:24:41 In 1809, Meriwether Lewis died of gunshot wounds -- but how did this happen? Historians still debate the circumstances involved. Join Katie and Sarah as they explore the facts -- and sensationalism -- surrounding the mysterious death of Meriwether Lewis. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-11-30-symhc-angkor-fall.mp3 At its height, the city of Angkor was larger than Rhode Island. Replete with ornate architecture, the metropolis also served as a religious center. Yet by the time Europeans discovered the site, it was ruined. What happened? Listen in and learn more. Mon, 30 Nov 2009 12:03:04 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-11-30-symhc-angkor-fall.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, angkor wat, cambodia, ancient civilization 00:22:00 At its height, the city of Angkor was larger than Rhode Island. Replete with ornate architecture, the metropolis also served as a religious center. Yet by the time Europeans discovered the site, it was ruined. What happened? Listen in and learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-11-25-symhc-first-thanksgiving.mp3 Nowadays, Thanksgiving has become an official holiday, complete with its own trappings of tradition and mythology. But how much of the conventional Thanksgiving story is true? Join Sarah and Katie as they take a closer look at the first Thanksgiving. Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:35:44 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-11-25-symhc-first-thanksgiving.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, first thanksgiving, november, pilgrim 00:11:38 Nowadays, Thanksgiving has become an official holiday, complete with its own trappings of tradition and mythology. But how much of the conventional Thanksgiving story is true? Join Sarah and Katie as they take a closer look at the first Thanksgiving. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-11-23-symhc-opium-wars.mp3 In the 19th century, Britain tried to remedy a trade deficit with China by hooking the country on opium. Tensions rose as more and more Chinese citizens became opium addicts, eventually leading to war. Learn more about the Opium Wars in this episode. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 10:43:25 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-11-23-symhc-opium-wars.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, opium wars, manchu, east india, opium 00:19:37 In the 19th century, Britain tried to remedy a trade deficit with China by hooking the country on opium. Tensions rose as more and more Chinese citizens became opium addicts, eventually leading to war. Learn more about the Opium Wars in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-11-18-symhc-pocahontas.mp3 Born around 1596, Pocahontas was the daughter of the chief Powhatan. Today she is remembered as an ardent supporter of the Jamestown colonists -- but how much of this story is true? Learn more about Pocahontas in this episode. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:27:06 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-11-18-symhc-pocahontas.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, native american, pocahontas, 00:18:41 Born around 1596, Pocahontas was the daughter of the chief Powhatan. Today she is remembered as an ardent supporter of the Jamestown colonists -- but how much of this story is true? Learn more about Pocahontas in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-11-16-symhc-was-there-atlantis.mp3 According to Plato, Atlantis was an ancient civilization destroyed by an earthquake over 10,000 years ago. Join Katie and Sarah as they take a look at the myth of Atlantis -- and the bizarre theories surrounding its location -- in this episode. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:19:36 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-11-16-symhc-was-there-atlantis.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, atlantis, mythical city 00:14:36 According to Plato, Atlantis was an ancient civilization destroyed by an earthquake over 10,000 years ago. Join Katie and Sarah as they take a look at the myth of Atlantis -- and the bizarre theories surrounding its location -- in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-11-11-symhc-enchantress-numbers.mp3 The first computer programmer was a woman named Ada Lovelace. Learn how the daughter of Lord Byron -- one of the most famous poets in the Western world -- moved out of her father's shadow and became a herald of the electronic age in this episode. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:45:45 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-11-11-symhc-enchantress-numbers.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, enchantress of numbers, 00:20:27 The first computer programmer was a woman named Ada Lovelace. Learn how the daughter of Lord Byron -- one of the most famous poets in the Western world -- moved out of her father's shadow and became a herald of the electronic age in this episode. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-11-09-symhc-lord-byron.mp3 Whether the topic is Lucrezia Borgia or Frankenstein, Lord Byron keeps popping up in podcasts. Who was this poet, and why is he associated with so many historical figures? Join Katie and Sarah as they take a look back at the incomparable Lord Byron. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:22:19 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-11-09-symhc-lord-byron.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, lord byron, romantic, 00:29:58 Whether the topic is Lucrezia Borgia or Frankenstein, Lord Byron keeps popping up in podcasts. Who was this poet, and why is he associated with so many historical figures? Join Katie and Sarah as they take a look back at the incomparable Lord Byron. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-11-04-symhc-mad-trapper-rat-river.mp3 In this episode, Sarah and Katie take a crack at one of Canada's strangest mysteries: The Mad Trapper of Rat River. Travel back to 1931, when a man calling himself 'Albert Johnson' led the Canadian police on a 150-mile chase -- all without saying a word. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:07:15 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-11-04-symhc-mad-trapper-rat-river.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, mad trapper, rat river 00:12:21 In this episode, Sarah and Katie take a crack at one of Canada's strangest mysteries: The Mad Trapper of Rat River. Travel back to 1931, when a man calling himself 'Albert Johnson' led the Canadian police on a 150-mile chase -- all without saying a word. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-11-02-symhc-lucrezia-borgia.mp3 As the daughter of a pope, Lucrezia was born into dizzying power and political intrigue. She was also controversial -- rumors of incest and other crimes dogged her and persist today. Join Sarah and Katie as they try to separate the fact from fiction. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 10:30:58 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-11-02-symhc-lucrezia-borgia.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, lucrezia borgia, renaissance crime 00:19:40 As the daughter of a pope, Lucrezia was born into dizzying power and political intrigue. She was also controversial -- rumors of incest and other crimes dogged her and persist today. Join Sarah and Katie as they try to separate the fact from fiction. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-10-28-symhc-voodoo-queen.mp3 Over the course of her life, Marie Laveau wielded enormous influence as the notorious Voodoo Queen of New Orleans -- but how much of her story is true? Join Sarah and Katie as they unravel the fact and fiction surrounding the legendary Marie Levaeu. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:47:45 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-10-28-symhc-voodoo-queen.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, marie laveau, voodoo queen 00:16:57 Over the course of her life, Marie Laveau wielded enormous influence as the notorious Voodoo Queen of New Orleans -- but how much of her story is true? Join Sarah and Katie as they unravel the fact and fiction surrounding the legendary Marie Levaeu. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-10-26-symhc-frankenstein-vampyre.mp3 With Halloween looming, Sarah and Katie travel back in time to explore the historic challenge that led to the creation of Frankenstein and the vampiric Lord Ruthven. Tune in to learn more about the birth of these intentionally horrific creatures. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 10:24:53 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-10-26-symhc-frankenstein-vampyre.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, frankenstein, vampyre, vampire, monster 00:20:37 With Halloween looming, Sarah and Katie travel back in time to explore the historic challenge that led to the creation of Frankenstein and the vampiric Lord Ruthven. Tune in to learn more about the birth of these intentionally horrific creatures. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-10-21-symhc-st-paul-watch-london-blitz.mp3 Saint Paul's Cathedral stands on the site of four previous churches, the earliest of which dates back to 604. When German forces bombed London in World War II, Churchill formed a group to protect the ancient church. Tune in to learn what happened next. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 11:12:48 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-10-21-symhc-st-paul-watch-london-blitz.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, london blitz, saint paul's cathedral 00:10:05 Saint Paul's Cathedral stands on the site of four previous churches, the earliest of which dates back to 604. When German forces bombed London in World War II, Churchill formed a group to protect the ancient church. Tune in to learn what happened next. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-10-19-symhc-pompeii-lost-found.mp3 When Mount Vesuvius erupted in August of 79 AD, Pompeii was buried in volcanic ash and rock. As time passed, Pompeii was forgotten. Learn more about the catastrophe that destroyed Pompeii -- as well as the city's rediscovery -- in this podcast. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 10:26:17 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-10-19-symhc-pompeii-lost-found.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, pompeii, volcanic eruption 00:15:11 When Mount Vesuvius erupted in August of 79 AD, Pompeii was buried in volcanic ash and rock. As time passed, Pompeii was forgotten. Learn more about the catastrophe that destroyed Pompeii -- as well as the city's rediscovery -- in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-10-14-symhc-caning-charles-sumner.mp3 The outspoken statesman and abolitionist Charles Sumner served as a senator from 1851-1874. Learn how Senator Sumner's 1865 protest against the Kansas-Nebraska Act prompted one of the most violent altercations in senatorial history. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 10:40:41 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-10-14-symhc-caning-charles-sumner.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, charles sumner, kansas-nebraska act 00:12:48 The outspoken statesman and abolitionist Charles Sumner served as a senator from 1851-1874. Learn how Senator Sumner's 1865 protest against the Kansas-Nebraska Act prompted one of the most violent altercations in senatorial history. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-10-12-symhc-cleopatra-children.mp3 Everyone's heard of the breathtaking Egyptian queen Cleopatra -- but have you ever heard of her children? Listen in as Katie and Sarah investigate the lives of Cleopatra's four children in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Mon, 12 Oct 2009 10:32:02 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-10-12-symhc-cleopatra-children.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, cleopatra, cleopatra's children 00:15:47 Everyone's heard of the breathtaking Egyptian queen Cleopatra -- but have you ever heard of her children? Listen in as Katie and Sarah investigate the lives of Cleopatra's four children in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-10-07-symhc-king-herod-tomb.mp3 King Herod wasn't the world's worst ruler. Yet seventy years after his death his tomb was desecrated and forgotten. Learn more about the life and death of King Herod (along with the rediscovery of his tomb) in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 11:24:15 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-10-07-symhc-king-herod-tomb.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, king herod, herod tomb 00:16:00 King Herod wasn't the world's worst ruler. Yet seventy years after his death his tomb was desecrated and forgotten. Learn more about the life and death of King Herod (along with the rediscovery of his tomb) in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-10-05-symhc-boston-molasses-flood.mp3 Today, people associate molasses with cookies and other sweets. Yet in 1915 molasses was used in munitions as well as food -- and Boston had one of the biggest tanks around. Learn how molasses flooded Boston in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Mon, 05 Oct 2009 12:26:25 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-10-05-symhc-boston-molasses-flood.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, boston molasses flood 00:17:07 Today, people associate molasses with cookies and other sweets. Yet in 1915 molasses was used in munitions as well as food -- and Boston had one of the biggest tanks around. Learn how molasses flooded Boston in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-09-30-symhc-cuba.mp3 In the final episode of a five-part series, former President Jimmy Carter examines human rights and the United States, using Cuba as an example. Learn more about the United States and Cuba in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Wed, 30 Sep 2009 11:21:38 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-09-30-symhc-cuba.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, jimmy carter, human rights, cuba 00:05:17 In the final episode of a five-part series, former President Jimmy Carter examines human rights and the United States, using Cuba as an example. Learn more about the United States and Cuba in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-09-28-symhc-blackbeard.mp3 Better known as Blackbeard, Edward Teach (or, alternately, Thach) started out as a lowly privateer. Listen in as Katie and Sarah explore the facts behind the legendary pirate -- as well as the history of piracy -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:04:48 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-09-28-symhc-blackbeard.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no stuff you missed in history class, howstuffworks, blackbeard, pirate 00:15:41 Better known as Blackbeard, Edward Teach (or, alternately, Thach) started out as a lowly privateer. Listen in as Katie and Sarah explore the facts behind the legendary pirate -- as well as the history of piracy -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-09-23-symhc-human-rights.mp3 In the fourth episode of a five-part series, former President Jimmy Carter examines human rights and the foreign policy goals of the United States. Learn more about the United States and human rights in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Wed, 23 Sep 2009 10:38:05 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-09-23-symhc-human-rights.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, jimmy carter, cuba, human rights 00:06:10 In the fourth episode of a five-part series, former President Jimmy Carter examines human rights and the foreign policy goals of the United States. Learn more about the United States and human rights in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-09-21-symhc-maintenon-and-louis.mp3 As the Sun King, Louis XIV ruled France for over 70 years. Yet even a king can't get everything he wants. Learn about Louis' secret marriage to Madame de Maintenon -- and why it was secret -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Mon, 21 Sep 2009 10:42:49 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-09-21-symhc-maintenon-and-louis.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, Madame Maintenon, king Louis xiv 00:25:33 As the Sun King, Louis XIV ruled France for over 70 years. Yet even a king can't get everything he wants. Learn about Louis' secret marriage to Madame de Maintenon -- and why it was secret -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-09-16-symhc-camp-david.mp3 In the third episode of a five-part series, former President Jimmy Carter looks back on his work forging the Camp David Accords. Learn more about international negotiation in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Wed, 16 Sep 2009 10:11:33 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-09-16-symhc-camp-david.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, jimmy carter, camp david accords 00:06:52 In the third episode of a five-part series, former President Jimmy Carter looks back on his work forging the Camp David Accords. Learn more about international negotiation in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-09-14-symhc-shootout-ok-corral.mp3 The infamous shootout at the OK Corral has been immortalized in American culture -- but what's the real story behind the legend? Join Katie and Sarah as they explore the events that led up to this famous shootout in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Mon, 14 Sep 2009 13:40:17 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-09-14-symhc-shootout-ok-corral.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, shootout, ok corral, wyatt earp, 00:18:26 The infamous shootout at the OK Corral has been immortalized in American culture -- but what's the real story behind the legend? Join Katie and Sarah as they explore the events that led up to this famous shootout in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-09-09-symhc-free-elections.mp3 In the second episode of a five-part series, former President Jimmy Carter details the Carter Center's work supporting free elections and fighting disease across the globe. Listen in and learn more in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Wed, 09 Sep 2009 13:57:41 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-09-09-symhc-free-elections.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, jimmy carter, carter center, free elections 00:06:58 In the second episode of a five-part series, former President Jimmy Carter details the Carter Center's work supporting free elections and fighting disease across the globe. Listen in and learn more in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-09-07-symhc-john-snow-ghost-map.mp3 In this episode of Stuff You Missed in History Class, Katie and Sarah discuss Dr. John Snow's famous "ghost map" and work tracing a cholera outbreak in Victorian London. Mon, 07 Sep 2009 15:32:57 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-09-07-symhc-john-snow-ghost-map.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, John Snow, germ theory, cholera 00:16:07 In this episode of Stuff You Missed in History Class, Katie and Sarah discuss Dr. John Snow's famous "ghost map" and work tracing a cholera outbreak in Victorian London. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-09-02-symhc-guinea-worm.mp3 This episode, the first in a five-part interview series with former President Jimmy Carter, details the Carter Center's work on the eradication of Guinea worm disease. Wed, 02 Sep 2009 14:33:31 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-09-02-symhc-guinea-worm.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, guinea worm disease, jimmy carter 00:06:12 This episode, the first in a five-part interview series with former President Jimmy Carter, details the Carter Center's work on the eradication of Guinea worm disease. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-08-31-symhc-newsboy-strike-1899.mp3 At the turn of the century, New York paperboys formed the backbone of the city's paper distribution network. When publishers increased the cost of wholesale papers in 1899, the newsboys went on strike. Learn more in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:19:36 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-08-31-symhc-newsboy-strike-1899.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, newsboy strike, newsboy strike 1899 00:13:24 At the turn of the century, New York paperboys formed the backbone of the city's paper distribution network. When publishers increased the cost of wholesale papers in 1899, the newsboys went on strike. Learn more in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-08-26-symhc-climate-change-civilization.mp3 In the arid Norte Chico region of Peru, archaeologists found several ancient mounds and a large amount of fish bones. Why did the city's founders move to an inland desert? How did they get all these fish? Learn more in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:33:39 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-08-26-symhc-climate-change-civilization.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, climate change, ancient civilization 00:09:34 In the arid Norte Chico region of Peru, archaeologists found several ancient mounds and a large amount of fish bones. Why did the city's founders move to an inland desert? How did they get all these fish? Learn more in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-08-24-symhc-franklin-lost-expedition.mp3 After he joined the Navy at 14, Sir John Franklin traveled the world and eventually became the governor of Tanzania. In 1846, he set off to explore the Arctic -- and never returned. Learn more about the mystery in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Mon, 24 Aug 2009 12:17:34 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-08-24-symhc-franklin-lost-expedition.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, Sir John Franklin 00:14:09 After he joined the Navy at 14, Sir John Franklin traveled the world and eventually became the governor of Tanzania. In 1846, he set off to explore the Arctic -- and never returned. Learn more about the mystery in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-08-19-symhc-eleanor-aquitaine.mp3 Born in the 12th century in a world where women had few rights and little power, Eleanor of Aquitaine was a woman ahead of her time. Learn more about Eleanor of Aquitaine's rise to power in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Wed, 19 Aug 2009 10:29:17 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-08-19-symhc-eleanor-aquitaine.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, eleanor aquitaine, stuff you missed in history class 00:29:52 Born in the 12th century in a world where women had few rights and little power, Eleanor of Aquitaine was a woman ahead of her time. Learn more about Eleanor of Aquitaine's rise to power in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-08-17-symhc-mark-twain.mp3 Almost a century after his death, Mark Twain remains a literary legend. Join Katie and Sarah as they take a closer look at the quintessential American author in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Mon, 17 Aug 2009 11:10:50 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-08-17-symhc-mark-twain.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, mark twain, american author, samuel clemens 00:23:21 Almost a century after his death, Mark Twain remains a literary legend. Join Katie and Sarah as they take a closer look at the quintessential American author in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-08-12-symhc-bonnie-and-clyde.mp3 When Clyde Barrow met Bonnie Parker in 1930 , they felt an instant, deep attraction. Learn how this couple went from love at first sight to a string of notorious bank robberies in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:35:28 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-08-12-symhc-bonnie-and-clyde.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, bonnie and clyde 00:26:39 When Clyde Barrow met Bonnie Parker in 1930 , they felt an instant, deep attraction. Learn how this couple went from love at first sight to a string of notorious bank robberies in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-08-10-symhc-ghost-dance-wounded-knee.mp3 During an eclipse in 1889, Jack Wilson dreamed that he died, spoke with God and returned to spread a message through the resurrection of a ritual called the Ghost Dance. Learn more about the Ghost Dance in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Mon, 10 Aug 2009 14:07:46 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-08-10-symhc-ghost-dance-wounded-knee.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, ghost dance, jack wilson 00:12:55 During an eclipse in 1889, Jack Wilson dreamed that he died, spoke with God and returned to spread a message through the resurrection of a ritual called the Ghost Dance. Learn more about the Ghost Dance in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-08-05-symhc-sacco-vanzetti-trial.mp3 When Sacco and Vanzetti were charged with murder, the Italian-born anarchists didn't receive a fair trial because of their political views and foreign birth. Learn more about the trial -- and its repercussions -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Wed, 05 Aug 2009 10:24:30 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-08-05-symhc-sacco-vanzetti-trial.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, sacco vanzetti trial 00:17:05 When Sacco and Vanzetti were charged with murder, the Italian-born anarchists didn't receive a fair trial because of their political views and foreign birth. Learn more about the trial -- and its repercussions -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-08-03-symhc-historical-pooches.mp3 From the average Joe to the president of the United States, people across the world have pet dogs. Get the details on the canine companions of history's most influential personalities in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Mon, 03 Aug 2009 11:24:48 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-08-03-symhc-historical-pooches.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, historical pooches, stuff you missed in history class 00:15:26 From the average Joe to the president of the United States, people across the world have pet dogs. Get the details on the canine companions of history's most influential personalities in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-07-29-symhc-hamilton-vs-burr.mp3 As political rivals, Hamilton and Burr began a bitter exchange of insults, leading to a duel in 1804 that resulted in Hamilton's death. Learn about the ideas that drove Hamilton and Burr to violence in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Wed, 29 Jul 2009 16:32:04 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-07-29-symhc-hamilton-vs-burr.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, alexander Hamilton, aaron burr 00:28:30 As political rivals, Hamilton and Burr began a bitter exchange of insults, leading to a duel in 1804 that resulted in Hamilton's death. Learn about the ideas that drove Hamilton and Burr to violence in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-07-27-symhc-1916-shark-attacks.mp3 In 1916, a series of shark attacks took place along the shores of New Jersey. The media downplayed the first attack as a fluke -- but the attacks continued. Tune in and learn more about the story that inspired Jaws in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Mon, 27 Jul 2009 11:45:14 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-07-27-symhc-1916-shark-attacks.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, shark week, 1916 shark attacks 00:14:31 In 1916, a series of shark attacks took place along the shores of New Jersey. The media downplayed the first attack as a fluke -- but the attacks continued. Tune in and learn more about the story that inspired Jaws in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-07-22-symhc-red-light-district-new-orleans.mp3 Established in 1897, Storyville was a legal twenty block red-light district in New Orleans. Tune in as Katie and Candace take a look at the colorful history of New Orleans' infamous prostitution district in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Wed, 22 Jul 2009 10:37:38 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-07-22-symhc-red-light-district-new-orleans.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, new orlean's red light district 00:15:54 Established in 1897, Storyville was a legal twenty block red-light district in New Orleans. Tune in as Katie and Candace take a look at the colorful history of New Orleans' infamous prostitution district in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-07-20-symhc-malaria-panama-canal.mp3 The idea for the Panama Canal goes back to 1534, when the Spanish surveyed the area. However, the canal wasn't built for centuries, and it was an arduous task. Learn more about the malaria plaguing canal builders in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Mon, 20 Jul 2009 12:23:14 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-07-20-symhc-malaria-panama-canal.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, malaria, panama canal 00:13:43 The idea for the Panama Canal goes back to 1534, when the Spanish surveyed the area. However, the canal wasn't built for centuries, and it was an arduous task. Learn more about the malaria plaguing canal builders in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-07-15-symhc-billy-the-kid.mp3 Born Henry McCarty in New York City, Billy the Kid committed his first act of murder before he turned 20. Join Candace and Katie as they explore the fact -- and fiction -- surrounding the legendary outlaw in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Wed, 15 Jul 2009 12:31:41 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-07-15-symhc-billy-the-kid.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, billy the kid 00:18:39 Born Henry McCarty in New York City, Billy the Kid committed his first act of murder before he turned 20. Join Candace and Katie as they explore the fact -- and fiction -- surrounding the legendary outlaw in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-07-13-symhc-dancing-plague-1518.mp3 In the summer of 1518, a woman in Strasbourg, France started dancing -- and didn't stop. By the end of the week, the compulsion to dance had spread to hundreds of people. Learn more about the dancing sickness in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Mon, 13 Jul 2009 10:36:21 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-07-13-symhc-dancing-plague-1518.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, dancing plague of 1518 00:15:11 In the summer of 1518, a woman in Strasbourg, France started dancing -- and didn't stop. By the end of the week, the compulsion to dance had spread to hundreds of people. Learn more about the dancing sickness in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-07-08-symhc-stonewall-riots.mp3 On June 28, 1969, police raided the Stonewall Inn, one of the few bars that welcomed gay patrons. Learn how this raid triggered the first major gay rights protest in U.S. history in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Wed, 08 Jul 2009 12:20:34 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-07-08-symhc-stonewall-riots.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, stonewall riots, gay rights, homosexuality 00:17:09 On June 28, 1969, police raided the Stonewall Inn, one of the few bars that welcomed gay patrons. Learn how this raid triggered the first major gay rights protest in U.S. history in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-07-06-symhc-duchess-georgiana.mp3 Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire, was also known as the Empress of Fashion. Married at the age of 16, the Duchess soon became enormously popular and led a life of excess. Learn what happened next in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Mon, 06 Jul 2009 11:12:13 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-07-06-symhc-duchess-georgiana.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, duchess georgiana 00:28:38 Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire, was also known as the Empress of Fashion. Married at the age of 16, the Duchess soon became enormously popular and led a life of excess. Learn what happened next in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-07-01-symhc-ghost-borley.mp3 Legends surround the history of the Borley Rectory, which is known as the most haunted house in England. Tune in to learn more about the ghosts reputed to haunt the Rectory in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Wed, 01 Jul 2009 10:52:00 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-07-01-symhc-ghost-borley.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, ghosts of history, Borley Rectory 00:16:51 Legends surround the history of the Borley Rectory, which is known as the most haunted house in England. Tune in to learn more about the ghosts reputed to haunt the Rectory in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-06-29-symhc-amelia-earhart.mp3 In 1937, famous aviator Amelia Earhart attempted to circumnavigate the globe via airplane. However, she disappeared over the Pacific and was never seen again. Listen in to learn more about the mystery in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Mon, 29 Jun 2009 11:31:33 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-06-29-symhc-amelia-earhart.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, amelia earhart, stuff you missed in history class, disappearance 00:24:06 In 1937, famous aviator Amelia Earhart attempted to circumnavigate the globe via airplane. However, she disappeared over the Pacific and was never seen again. Listen in to learn more about the mystery in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-06-24-symhc-ghost-versailles.mp3 In 1901, two women visiting Versailles lost their way and met a series of strange, anachronistic characters. Looking back on the event, the women became certain they had slipped through time into 1789. Learn more in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 10:54:53 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-06-24-symhc-ghost-versailles.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, versailles, ghosts versailles 00:19:13 In 1901, two women visiting Versailles lost their way and met a series of strange, anachronistic characters. Looking back on the event, the women became certain they had slipped through time into 1789. Learn more in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-06-22-symhc-golum-prague.mp3 In Jewish folklore, golems are powerful creatures created from clay. According to legend, a golem was created to defend the Jewish population of Prague during the reign of Rudolph II. Learn more about golems in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Mon, 22 Jun 2009 11:06:54 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-06-22-symhc-golum-prague.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, golem, golem of prague, jewish folklore 00:13:39 In Jewish folklore, golems are powerful creatures created from clay. According to legend, a golem was created to defend the Jewish population of Prague during the reign of Rudolph II. Learn more about golems in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-06-17-symhc-ghost-winchester-house.mp3 When a psychic told Sarah Winchester that the spirits of every person who died from a Winchester rifle would haunt her unless they were appeased, she built one of the world's strangest houses. Learn more with this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Wed, 17 Jun 2009 11:45:19 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-06-17-symhc-ghost-winchester-house.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, Winchester House, Winchester Mansion, ghosts, spirits 00:19:11 When a psychic told Sarah Winchester that the spirits of every person who died from a Winchester rifle would haunt her unless they were appeased, she built one of the world's strangest houses. Learn more with this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-06-15-symhc-three-great-innovators.mp3 With help from listeners, our resident history buffs take a look at the world's great innovators and try to pick the best of the bunch. Listen in to learn more about three of the best innovators in history with this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Mon, 15 Jun 2009 11:44:22 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-06-15-symhc-three-great-innovators.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, history innovation, history inventor 00:18:19 With help from listeners, our resident history buffs take a look at the world's great innovators and try to pick the best of the bunch. Listen in to learn more about three of the best innovators in history with this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-06-10-symhc-robber-baron-philanthropists.mp3 Although America's robber barons are often viewed in negative terms, they left a philanthropic legacy that continues today. Learn more about philanthropy and charity -- as well as the difference between the two -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Wed, 10 Jun 2009 10:51:16 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-06-10-symhc-robber-baron-philanthropists.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, philanthropy, history philanthropy, robber barons, history charity 00:18:42 Although America's robber barons are often viewed in negative terms, they left a philanthropic legacy that continues today. Learn more about philanthropy and charity -- as well as the difference between the two -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-06-08-symhc-ancient-greek-happiness.mp3 What is happiness? To answer this question, our resident history buffs turn back the clock and take a closer look at ancient Greek philosophy, from Herodotus to Epicurus. Learn more in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Mon, 08 Jun 2009 11:30:50 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-06-08-symhc-ancient-greek-happiness.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, Greek philosophy, Greek philosophers, stuff you missed in history class, epicurus, herodotus, happy, happiness 00:08:41 What is happiness? To answer this question, our resident history buffs turn back the clock and take a closer look at ancient Greek philosophy, from Herodotus to Epicurus. Learn more in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-06-03-symhc-roosevelt-green-pres.mp3 Teddy Roosevelt was renowned for his hunting and enthusiasm for the outdoors, but he was also very concerned with conservation. Discover why he tops the list of "Green" presidents in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Wed, 03 Jun 2009 11:09:19 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-06-03-symhc-roosevelt-green-pres.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, Teddy Roosevelt, green, president, conservation, outdoors, environment 00:13:37 Teddy Roosevelt was renowned for his hunting and enthusiasm for the outdoors, but he was also very concerned with conservation. Discover why he tops the list of "Green" presidents in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-06-01-symhc-marco-polo-pasta-myth.mp3 As one of history's most well-known globetrotters, Marco Polo is credited with many important contributions to Western civilization. Many believe pasta is one of these contributions -- but is it a myth? Learn more in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Mon, 01 Jun 2009 11:40:45 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-06-01-symhc-marco-polo-pasta-myth.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, marco polo, marco polo pasta 00:10:11 As one of history's most well-known globetrotters, Marco Polo is credited with many important contributions to Western civilization. Many believe pasta is one of these contributions -- but is it a myth? Learn more in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-05-27-symhc-presidential-perks.mp3 When a person becomes the president, he or she is entitled to a 400k salary, as well as a hefty expense account -- and the benefits don't stop there! Learn more about the perks of being president in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Wed, 27 May 2009 14:14:40 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-05-27-symhc-presidential-perks.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, presidential perks, being president 00:22:36 When a person becomes the president, he or she is entitled to a 400k salary, as well as a hefty expense account -- and the benefits don't stop there! Learn more about the perks of being president in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-05-25-symhc-kent-state.mp3 After the Kent State shootings, colleges across the country closed. However, decades later, researchers still aren't sure what actually happened at Kent State. Tune in and learn more in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Mon, 25 May 2009 15:55:00 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-05-25-symhc-kent-state.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, Kent State, Kent State shooting, vietnam protest Kent State 00:25:06 After the Kent State shootings, colleges across the country closed. However, decades later, researchers still aren't sure what actually happened at Kent State. Tune in and learn more in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-05-20-symhc-tuskeegee-airmen.mp3 The Tuskegee Airmen made up the first African American air squadron. Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to learn more about desegregation in the American army and how the Tuskegee Airmen helped win World War II. Wed, 20 May 2009 10:29:54 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-05-20-symhc-tuskeegee-airmen.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, Tuskegee airmen, african american, squadron 00:18:56 The Tuskegee Airmen made up the first African American air squadron. Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to learn more about desegregation in the American army and how the Tuskegee Airmen helped win World War II. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-05-18-symhc-betsy-ross.mp3 Did Betsy Ross really make the first American flag, or is this just another revolutionary legend? Learn the myths and facts about Betsy Ross and the first American flag in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Mon, 18 May 2009 13:30:43 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-05-18-symhc-betsy-ross.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, betsy ross, US flag, American flag 00:20:59 Did Betsy Ross really make the first American flag, or is this just another revolutionary legend? Learn the myths and facts about Betsy Ross and the first American flag in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-05-13-symhc-mesopotamia.mp3 Mesopotamia is often called the 'cradle of civilization,' but some scholars believe other ancient areas (such as Catal Huyuk) hold a better claim to the title. Tune in and learn more with this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Wed, 13 May 2009 13:24:40 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-05-13-symhc-mesopotamia.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, mesopotamia, ancient mesopotamia, the first civilization 00:16:11 Mesopotamia is often called the 'cradle of civilization,' but some scholars believe other ancient areas (such as Catal Huyuk) hold a better claim to the title. Tune in and learn more with this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-05-11-symhc-battle-gettysburg.mp3 The Battle of Gettysburg remains the most memorable conflict of the Civil War, and historians continue to analyze the events preceding and following from the battle. Tune in and learn more about Gettysburg in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Mon, 11 May 2009 10:41:44 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-05-11-symhc-battle-gettysburg.mp3 historypodcast@howstuffworks.com (Stuff You Missed In History Class) no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, civil war, the battle of gettysburg 00:23:21 The Battle of Gettysburg remains the most memorable conflict of the Civil War, and historians continue to analyze the events preceding and following from the battle. Tune in and learn more about Gettysburg in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-05-06-symhc-janissaries.mp3 Under a loophole of Muslim law, a sultan could take one-fifth of the spoils of war, including slaves. Learn how the sultan began a slave army -- and why would someone would want to be a soldier-slave -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture: History Wed, 06 May 2009 12:19:33 -0400 podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-05-06-symhc-janissaries.mp3 00:16:50 no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, janissaries, ottoman empire Under a loophole of Muslim law, a sultan could take one-fifth of the spoils of war, including slaves. Learn how the sultan began a slave army -- and why would someone would want to be a soldier-slave -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-05-04-symhc-ghandi-salt-march.mp3 When the British Empire controlled India, it used legislation like the salt tax to control the population. Learn how Gandhi's non-violent salt march triggered a wave of protest leading to Indian independence in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Mon, 04 May 2009 11:01:32 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-05-04-symhc-ghandi-salt-march.mp3 podcast@howstuffworks.com no howstuffworks, gandhi's salt march, gandhi and india, indian independence 00:14:35 When the British Empire controlled India, it used legislation like the salt tax to control the population. Learn how Gandhi's non-violent salt march triggered a wave of protest leading to Indian independence in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-04-29-symhc-manhattan-nutmeg.mp3 It's hard to believe that anyone would trade the thriving island of Manhattan for a spice, but history is full of surprises. Find out why -- and how -- the Dutch traded Manhattan for nutmeg in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture: History Wed, 29 Apr 2009 09:53:33 -0400 podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-04-29-symhc-manhattan-nutmeg.mp3 00:14:18 no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, Manhattan, nutmeg, Dutch, Run Island It's hard to believe that anyone would trade the thriving island of Manhattan for a spice, but history is full of surprises. Find out why -- and how -- the Dutch traded Manhattan for nutmeg in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-04-27-symhc-ancient-egyptian-feminists.mp3 When Herodotus explored Egypt, he was startled by the contradictory gender roles -- women were doing tasks the Greeks restricted to males. Does this mean the Egyptians were the first feminists? Learn more in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture: History Mon, 27 Apr 2009 13:06:33 -0400 podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-04-27-symhc-ancient-egyptian-feminists.mp3 00:16:02 no howstuffworks, Stuff You Missed in History Class, ancient Egyptian feminist, were Egyptians feminists? When Herodotus explored Egypt, he was startled by the contradictory gender roles -- women were doing tasks the Greeks restricted to males. Does this mean the Egyptians were the first feminists? Learn more in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-04-22-symhc-joan-of-arc.mp3 Joan of Arc was a startling, larger-than-life figure, and she had a very strange trial. Learn why the Joan of Arc trial is so contentious -- along with much more -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture: History Wed, 22 Apr 2009 11:29:33 -0400 podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-04-22-symhc-joan-of-arc.mp3 00:20:24 no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, Joan of arc, Joan d'Arcy Joan of Arc was a startling, larger-than-life figure, and she had a very strange trial. Learn why the Joan of Arc trial is so contentious -- along with much more -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-04-20-symhc-charlemagne-coronation.mp3 On Christmas Day in 800 AD, Charlemagne became the emperor of Rome in a coronation headed by none other than Pope Leo III. Learn more about the growth of the Holy Roman Empire in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture: History Mon, 20 Apr 2009 09:55:33 -0400 podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-04-20-symhc-charlemagne-coronation.mp3 00:15:59 no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, Charlemagne, Charlemagne's coronation On Christmas Day in 800 AD, Charlemagne became the emperor of Rome in a coronation headed by none other than Pope Leo III. Learn more about the growth of the Holy Roman Empire in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-04-15-symhc-marshall-plan.mp3 During a Harvard commencement speech, Secretary of State George Marshall outlined a plan to assist Europe after World War II. Listen in and learn how this 12 minute speech changed the future of Europe in this HowStuffWorks.com podcast. Society & Culture: History Wed, 15 Apr 2009 09:55:33 -0400 podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-04-15-symhc-marshall-plan.mp3 00:13:38 no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, marshall plan, post-world war ii European recovery During a Harvard commencement speech, Secretary of State George Marshall outlined a plan to assist Europe after World War II. Listen in and learn how this 12 minute speech changed the future of Europe in this HowStuffWorks.com podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-04-13-symhc-archimedes-deathray.mp3 Archimedes' death ray is one of history's most fabled legendary weapons -- but what was it? Was it even real? Listen in as Candace and Jane sift through the legends and find the facts behind the ancient death ray in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture: History Mon, 13 Apr 2009 10:04:33 -0400 podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-04-13-symhc-archimedes-deathray.mp3 00:13:41 no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, Archimedes death ray, Archimedes Archimedes' death ray is one of history's most fabled legendary weapons -- but what was it? Was it even real? Listen in as Candace and Jane sift through the legends and find the facts behind the ancient death ray in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-04-08-symhc-shipwreck-double-us.mp3 Originally, Spanish silver was meant to stabilize the Louisiana territory -- but the ship carrying the necessary funds sank in the Gulf of Mexico. Find out more about the El Cazador shipwreck in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture: History Wed, 08 Apr 2009 07:32:33 -0400 podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-04-08-symhc-shipwreck-double-us.mp3 00:10:52 no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, shipwreck, el cazador, US expansion history Originally, Spanish silver was meant to stabilize the Louisiana territory -- but the ship carrying the necessary funds sank in the Gulf of Mexico. Find out more about the El Cazador shipwreck in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-04-01-symhc-terracotta-army.mp3 Approximately 7,000 clay soldiers guard the burial site of Qin Shi Huangdi, China's first emperor. Learn more about the emperor's mysterious army in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture: History Wed, 01 Apr 2009 16:55:33 -0400 podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-04-01-symhc-terracotta-army.mp3 00:12:46 no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, terracotta army, chinese stone soldiers, chinese terracotta army Approximately 7,000 clay soldiers guard the burial site of Qin Shi Huangdi, China's first emperor. Learn more about the emperor's mysterious army in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-03-30-symhc-east-india-company.mp3 From the Opium Wars to the Boston Tea Party, the British East India Company had a profound effect on the course of history. Tune in and learn more about the influence of the British East India Company in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture: History Mon, 30 Mar 2009 20:00:00 +0000 podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://podcasts.discovery.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-03-30-east-india-company.mp3 00:13:37 no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, opium wars, british east india trading company From the Opium Wars to the Boston Tea Party, the British East India Company had a profound effect on the course of history. Tune in and learn more about the influence of the British East India Company in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-03-23-symhc-inaccurate-hist-movies.mp3 Although moviegoers love period pieces, filmmakers are notorious for getting the details wrong. Tune in as our resident history buffs take a look at historically inaccurate movies -- from Pocahontas to The Bridge on the River Kwai -- in this podcast from Society & Culture: History Mon, 23 Mar 2009 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1237582204408hsw-symhc-inaccurate-hist-movies.mp3 00:16:25 no stuff you missed in history class, how stuff works, inaccurate movies, historically inaccurate movies Although moviegoers love period pieces, filmmakers are notorious for getting the details wrong. Tune in as our resident history buffs take a look at historically inaccurate movies -- from Pocahontas to The Bridge on the River Kwai -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-03-18-symhc-code_hammurabi.mp3 The Code of Hammurabi is one of humanity's earliest, most intact code of laws. Historians continue to discuss the effects and importance of this code today. Listen in and learn more about the Code of Hammurabi in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture: History Wed, 18 Mar 2009 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1236960693917hsw-symhc-code_hammurabi.mp3 00:12:36 no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, code of Hammurabi, earliest laws The Code of Hammurabi is one of humanity's earliest, most intact code of laws. Historians continue to discuss the effects and importance of this code today. Listen in and learn more about the Code of Hammurabi in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-03-16-symhc-bloodiest-ww-ii.mp3 50 million people died over the course of World War II, and historians often cite it as the bloodiest war in human history. Tune in to learn more about World War II in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture: History Mon, 16 Mar 2009 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1236960643286hsw-symhc-bloodiest-ww-ii.mp3 00:15:07 no howstuffworks, world war ii, worst war in history, stuff you missed in history class 50 million people died over the course of World War II, and historians often cite it as the bloodiest war in human history. Tune in to learn more about World War II in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-03-11-symhc-typhoid-mary.mp3 Historians agree that Typhoid Mary really existed -- but who was she, and how did she come to infect so many people? Tune in and learn more about Typhoid Mary in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture: History Wed, 11 Mar 2009 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1236368279409hsw-symhc-typhoid-mary.mp3 00:12:50 no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, typhoid mary, typhoid, epidemiology, plague, Historians agree that Typhoid Mary really existed -- but who was she, and how did she come to infect so many people? Tune in and learn more about Typhoid Mary in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-03-09-symhc-pied-piper.mp3 Everyone knows the story of the Pied Piper -- but how much of this legend is factual? Learn more about the fact and fiction behind the story of the Pied Piper in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture: History Mon, 09 Mar 2009 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1236368224731hsw-symhc-pied-piper.mp3 00:15:12 no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, the pied piper of hamelin, pied piper Everyone knows the story of the Pied Piper -- but how much of this legend is factual? Learn more about the fact and fiction behind the story of the Pied Piper in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-03-04-symhc-hitler-prop-machine.mp3 Adolph Hitler's legendary propaganda programs steered public opinion with unprecedented precision. Learn how this massive campaign influenced the average war-time German in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture: History Wed, 04 Mar 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1236022461331hsw-symhc-hitler-prop-machine.mp3 00:19:23 no howstuffworks, hitler, hitler's propaganda machine, stuff you missed in history class, Adolph Hitler's legendary propaganda programs steered public opinion with unprecedented precision. Learn how this massive campaign influenced the average war-time German in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-03-02-symhc-alamo.mp3 Legends and lore surround the story of the Alamo. As a result, it can be difficult to separate the fact from fiction. Listen in as our resident historians take a look at the true story of the Alamo in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture: History Mon, 02 Mar 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1235753066309hsw-symhc-alamo.mp3 00:13:08 no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, Alamo, battle of the Alamo Legends and lore surround the story of the Alamo. As a result, it can be difficult to separate the fact from fiction. Listen in as our resident historians take a look at the true story of the Alamo in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-02-25-symhc-knights.mp3 The knights of medieval Europe are often associated with a code of behavior known as chivalry -- but what were these knights actually like? Learn more about the reality behind the popular image of knights in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture: History Wed, 25 Feb 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1235160756897hsw-symhc-knights.mp3 00:20:12 no howstuffworks, knighthood, feudal system, middle age knights, camelot, chivalry The knights of medieval Europe are often associated with a code of behavior known as chivalry -- but what were these knights actually like? Learn more about the reality behind the popular image of knights in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-02-23-symhc-spanish-america-war.mp3 Although the Spanish-American War was a short conflict, many historians believe this conflict marked the United States' emergence as a major world power. Tune in and learn more about the Spanish-American War in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture: History Mon, 23 Feb 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1235151471024hsw-symhc-spanish-america-war.mp3 00:14:47 no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, spanish american war, us cuban intervention Although the Spanish-American War was a short conflict, many historians believe this conflict marked the United States' emergence as a major world power. Tune in and learn more about the Spanish-American War in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-02-18-symhc-black-death.mp3 When the Black Death swept across Europe, it killed an estimated 25 million people -- one third of Europe's total population. Tune in and learn more about the lasting effects of the Black Death in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture: History Wed, 18 Feb 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1234891325498hsw-symhc-black-death.mp3 00:16:15 no stuff you missed in history class, howstuffworks, black death, medieval plague When the Black Death swept across Europe, it killed an estimated 25 million people -- one third of Europe's total population. Tune in and learn more about the lasting effects of the Black Death in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-02-16-symhc-jefferson-bible.mp3 Thomas Jefferson, one of America's founding fathers, was a very unorthodox thinker. His revision of the Bible was one of his most controversial projects -- tune into this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn why. Society & Culture: History Mon, 16 Feb 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1234551216917hsw-symhc-jefferson-bible.mp3 00:13:53 no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, jefferson bible, deist Thomas Jefferson, one of America's founding fathers, was a very unorthodox thinker. His revision of the Bible was one of his most controversial projects -- tune into this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn why. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-02-11-symhc-eva-peron-body.mp3 Eva Peron died on July 26, 1952. After a 13-day wake, Dr. Pedro Ara mummified the body -- but it would take more than twenty years to bury the corpse. Learn more about Eva Peron's decades-long travel to the grave in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. Society & Culture: History Wed, 11 Feb 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1234282260267hsw-symhc-eva-peron-body.mp3 00:15:33 no howstuffworks, eva peron, evita, eva peron's body, stuff you missed in history class Eva Peron died on July 26, 1952. After a 13-day wake, Dr. Pedro Ara mummified the body -- but it would take more than twenty years to bury the corpse. Learn more about Eva Peron's decades-long travel to the grave in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-02-09-symhc-mayan-calendar.mp3 The Mayan empire produced a unique calendar that's still followed in parts of the world today. Curiously, this calendar predicts a monumental, world-wide change on December 21st, 2012. Learn more about 2012 in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. Society & Culture: History Mon, 09 Feb 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1233950421425hsw-symhc-mayan-calendar.mp3 00:15:06 no howstuffworks, 2012, Mayan calendar, December 21 2012, Mayan apocalypse The Mayan empire produced a unique calendar that's still followed in parts of the world today. Curiously, this calendar predicts a monumental, world-wide change on December 21st, 2012. Learn more about 2012 in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-02-04-symhc-navajo-code-talkers.mp3 During World War II, Axis and Allied powers struggled to discover the enemies' information while hiding their own. Tune in to this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn how the Navajo code talkers turned the tide of World War II. Society & Culture: History Wed, 04 Feb 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1233695319604hsw-symhc-navajo-code-talkers.mp3 00:12:36 no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, Navajo code talkers, wind talkers, Navajo During World War II, Axis and Allied powers struggled to discover the enemies' information while hiding their own. Tune in to this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn how the Navajo code talkers turned the tide of World War II. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-02-02-symhc-underground-railroad.mp3 The Underground Railroad may have saved as much as 100,000 slaves. Tune into to this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn how the passage of the Fugitive Slave Act and a secret network of abolitionists led to the creation of the Underground Railroad. Society & Culture: History Mon, 02 Feb 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1233336259596hsw-symhc-underground-railroad.mp3 00:13:48 no howstuffworks, underground railroad, slavery, emancipation, stuff you missed in history class, fugitive slave act The Underground Railroad may have saved as much as 100,000 slaves. Tune into to this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn how the passage of the Fugitive Slave Act and a secret network of abolitionists led to the creation of the Underground Railroad. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-01-28-symhc-revisionist-history.mp3 Like any other discipline, history often becomes a matter of interpretation. Check in with HowStuffWorks' resident history experts as they explore the phenomenon of revisionist history in this podcast. Society & Culture Wed, 28 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1233093019894hsw-symhc-revisionist-history.mp3 00:13:39 no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, Like any other discipline, history often becomes a matter of interpretation. Check in with HowStuffWorks' resident history experts as they explore the phenomenon of revisionist history in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-01-26-symhc-vikings.mp3 In most films Vikings are depicted as bloodthirsty, relatively ignorant berserkers who did little more than plunder and pillage their way across Europe. However, the story doesn't end there -- tune in to this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more. Society & Culture: History Mon, 26 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1232742957883hsw-symhc-vikings.mp3 00:14:26 no stuff you missed in history class, howstuffworks, vikings, viking, plunder, pillage In most films Vikings are depicted as bloodthirsty, relatively ignorant berserkers who did little more than plunder and pillage their way across Europe. However, the story doesn't end there -- tune in to this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-01-21-symhc-medieval-torture-devices.mp3 Building on an earlier examination of the Spanish Inquisition, HowStuffWorks' history experts take a look at the disturbing world of medieval torture devices. Check out this podcast to learn more about torture and more Stuff You Missed in History Class. Society & Culture Wed, 21 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1232487778916hsw-symhc-medieval-torture-devices.mp3 00:14:25 no stuff you missed in history class, howstuffworks, podcast, medieval torture devices, torture, inquisition Building on an earlier examination of the Spanish Inquisition, HowStuffWorks' history experts take a look at the disturbing world of medieval torture devices. Check out this podcast to learn more about torture and more Stuff You Missed in History Class. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-01-19-symhc-civil-rights-movement.mp3 Explore the complicated history of the civil rights movement in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture: History Mon, 19 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1232116573057hsw-symhc-civil-rights-movement.mp3 00:23:56 no howstuffworks, history, civil rights movement, jim crow, reconstruction, 14th amendment, plessy, MLK Explore the complicated history of the civil rights movement in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-01-14-symhc-spanish-inquisition.mp3 Nowadays, the Spanish Inquisition is best known as a symbol of religious intolerance and extreme cruelty. Tune in to this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the people and politics behind the Spanish Inquisition. Society & Culture: History Wed, 14 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1231882558741hsw-symhc-spanish-inquisition.mp3 00:16:00 no stuff you missed in history class, howstuffworks, Spanish inquisition, Spain, inquisition, Catholicism Nowadays, the Spanish Inquisition is best known as a symbol of religious intolerance and extreme cruelty. Tune in to this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the people and politics behind the Spanish Inquisition. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-01-12-symhc-japanese-holdouts.mp3 During World War II, the bravery of Kamikaze pilots was legendary. When the war concluded, several Japanese soldiers remained in hiding on islands across the Pacific. Learn more about Japanese holdouts and the Bushido code in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture: History Mon, 12 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2009/1231531687070hsw-symhc-japanese-holdouts.mp3 00:13:21 no stuff you missed in history class, howstuffworks, Japanese holdouts, Japanese war survivors During World War II, the bravery of Kamikaze pilots was legendary. When the war concluded, several Japanese soldiers remained in hiding on islands across the Pacific. Learn more about Japanese holdouts and the Bushido code in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-01-07-symhc-china-beat-columbus.mp3 Author Gavin Menzies believes a fleet of Chinese explorers reached the Americas before Christopher Columbus, but he's been repeatedly challenged to defend this claim. Check out this podcast from HowStuffWorks to learn more about revisionist history. Society & Culture: History Wed, 07 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1229712316233hsw-symhc-china-beat-columbus.mp3 00:12:50 no stuff you missed in history class, howstuffworks, Gavin menzies, Chinese in America, 1421 Author Gavin Menzies believes a fleet of Chinese explorers reached the Americas before Christopher Columbus, but he's been repeatedly challenged to defend this claim. Check out this podcast from HowStuffWorks to learn more about revisionist history. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2009-01-05-symhc-emancipation-proc.mp3 When Lincoln delivered the Emancipation Proclamation, he hoped to demoralize the South. Learn the details behind President Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. Society & Culture: History Mon, 05 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1229712261743hsw-symhc-emancipation-proc.mp3 00:14:27 no stuff you missed in history class, howstuffworks, emancipation proclamation, Abraham Lincoln, president, manumission, civil war When Lincoln delivered the Emancipation Proclamation, he hoped to demoralize the South. Learn the details behind President Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-12-31-symhc-nazi-gold.mp3 Several treasure hunters think they might have found Nazi gold. Learn about the history of Nazi gold, the role of Swiss banks and much more in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. Society & Culture: History Wed, 31 Dec 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1229712148546hsw-symhc-nazi-gold.mp3 00:12:33 no stuff you missed in history class, howstuffworks, treasure hunt, Nazi gold, Nazi, Nazi treasure Several treasure hunters think they might have found Nazi gold. Learn about the history of Nazi gold, the role of Swiss banks and much more in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-12-29-symhc-great-wall-china.mp3 The Great Wall of China is incredibly long, and was originally built for military purposes. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the Great Wall. Society & Culture: History Mon, 29 Dec 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1229712082809hsw-symhc-great-wall-china.mp3 00:13:50 no stuff you missed in history class, howstuffworks, great wall, great wall of china, Chinese history The Great Wall of China is incredibly long, and was originally built for military purposes. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the Great Wall. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-12-24-symhc-agent-orange.mp3 Agent Orange was a potent herbicide and defoliant used across Vietnam during the Vietnam War. Listen to this podcast from HowStuffWorks to learn about Agent Orange and its atrocious legacy. Society & Culture: History Wed, 24 Dec 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1229711997841hsw-symhc-agent-orange.mp3 00:13:07 no stuff you missed in history class, howstuffworks, agent orange, dioxin, poison Agent Orange was a potent herbicide and defoliant used across Vietnam during the Vietnam War. Listen to this podcast from HowStuffWorks to learn about Agent Orange and its atrocious legacy. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-12-22-symhc-marco-polo.mp3 Marco Polo was an 11th-century Italian explorer famous for his extensive travels through China along the Silk Road, but it can be difficult to separate the truth from the fiction in his stories. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more. Society & Culture: History Mon, 22 Dec 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1229711889439hsw-symhc-marco-polo.mp3 00:14:36 no stuff you missed in history class, howstuffworks, Marco polo, silk road, Marco Polo was an 11th-century Italian explorer famous for his extensive travels through China along the Silk Road, but it can be difficult to separate the truth from the fiction in his stories. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-12-17-symhc-african-diamonds.mp3 Diamond were first found in Africa sometime in the 1860s, and have troubled the continent ever since. Check out this podcast from HowStuffWorks to learn more about the De Beers monopoly, blood diamonds and the African conflicts resulting from these gems. Society & Culture: History Wed, 17 Dec 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1229464667230hsw-symhc-african-diamonds.mp3 00:13:03 no howstuffworks, stuff you missed in history class, African diamond trade, diamond, de beers, blood diamond Diamond were first found in Africa sometime in the 1860s, and have troubled the continent ever since. Check out this podcast from HowStuffWorks to learn more about the De Beers monopoly, blood diamonds and the African conflicts resulting from these gems. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-12-15-symhc-prohibition.mp3 The alcohol prohibition of the 1920s was known at the time as 'the noble experiment.' Check out this podcast from HowStuffWorks to learn more about this constitutional amendment banning the sale and production of alcoholic products. Society & Culture: History Mon, 15 Dec 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1228836346152hsw-symhc-prohibition.mp3 00:15:20 no stuff you missed in history class, howstuffworks, how stuff works, prohibition, teetotallers, speakeasy, alcohol The alcohol prohibition of the 1920s was known at the time as 'the noble experiment.' Check out this podcast from HowStuffWorks to learn more about this constitutional amendment banning the sale and production of alcoholic products. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-12-10-symhc-henry-viii.mp3 From 1509 to 1547, thousands of people were beheaded under the bloody, violent reign of Henry VIII. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about Henry VIII and his effect on history. Society & Culture: History Wed, 10 Dec 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1228836275837hsw-symhc-henry-viii.mp3 00:12:43 no stuff you missed in history class, howstuffworks, how stuff works, Henry VIII, Bloody Mary From 1509 to 1547, thousands of people were beheaded under the bloody, violent reign of Henry VIII. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about Henry VIII and his effect on history. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-12-08-symhc-boston-tea-party.mp3 During the Colonial period in North America, Britain taxed colonists without allowing the colonies to have governmental representation. Learn how the Boston Tea Party came about as a result of British colonial policies in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture: History Mon, 08 Dec 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1228506184781hsw-symhc-boston-tea-party.mp3 00:14:19 no stuff you missed in history class, symhc, howstuffworks, how stuff works, Boston Tea Party, During the Colonial period in North America, Britain taxed colonists without allowing the colonies to have governmental representation. Learn how the Boston Tea Party came about as a result of British colonial policies in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-12-03-symhc-rosie-riveter.mp3 With much of America's workforce fighting in World War II, women broke past traditional gender stereotypes and gained employment in industries formally restricted to men. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about Rosie the Riveter. Society & Culture: History Wed, 03 Dec 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1228255588109hsw-symhc-rosie-riveter.mp3 00:14:23 no howstuffworks, hsw, rosie riveter, stuff you missed in history class, rosie the riveter With much of America's workforce fighting in World War II, women broke past traditional gender stereotypes and gained employment in industries formally restricted to men. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about Rosie the Riveter. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-12-01-symhc-rosetta-stone.mp3 Prior to the modern discovery of the Rosetta stone, Ancient Egypt was an enigma. Even many pre-Napoleonic Egyptians had no concept of their forbearers' culture. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the Rosetta Stone. Society & Culture: History Mon, 01 Dec 2008 15:36:42 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1228145187286hsw-symhc-rosetta-stone.mp3 00:16:32 no stuff you missed in history class, howstuffworks, how stuff works, Egypt, Egyptian, Rosetta stone Prior to the modern discovery of the Rosetta stone, Ancient Egypt was an enigma. Even many pre-Napoleonic Egyptians had no concept of their forbearers' culture. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the Rosetta Stone. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-11-26-symhc-easter-island.mp3 Home to hundreds of mysterious, gigantic stone statues, Easter Island is an isolated, tiny island in the Pacific. Check out this podcast to learn more about the astonishing history of Easter Island. Society & Culture: History Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1227647798685hsw-symhc-easter-island.mp3 00:19:35 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, hsw, easter island, stuff you missed in history class, symhc Home to hundreds of mysterious, gigantic stone statues, Easter Island is an isolated, tiny island in the Pacific. Check out this podcast to learn more about the astonishing history of Easter Island. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-11-24-symhc-titanic.mp3 The Titanic was famously considered 'unsinkable' by the engineers who built it. However, the Titanic's reputation could not save it from the infamous iceberg that sank the ship on its maiden voyage. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more. Society & Culture: History Mon, 24 Nov 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1227281628237hsw-symhc-titanic.mp3 00:18:49 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, titanic, fact or fiction, stuff you missed in history class, factorfiction The Titanic was famously considered 'unsinkable' by the engineers who built it. However, the Titanic's reputation could not save it from the infamous iceberg that sank the ship on its maiden voyage. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-11-19-symhc-french-revolution.mp3 Several factors contributed to the French Revolution. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn how an incompetent monarchy, the age of Enlightenment and widespread famine created the perfect storm for a country-wide revolution. Society & Culture: History Wed, 19 Nov 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1227034298051hsw-fof-french-revolution.mp3 00:26:52 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, factorfiction, french revolution, reign of terror, french history Several factors contributed to the French Revolution. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn how an incompetent monarchy, the age of Enlightenment and widespread famine created the perfect storm for a country-wide revolution. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-11-17-symhc-crusades.mp3 The first Crusade began in 1095, and launched a struggle for control of Jerusalem in a series of arduous battles spanning more than two centuries. Learn more about the origin, escalation and consequences of the Crusades in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. Society & Culture: History Mon, 17 Nov 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1226692213789hsw-fof-crusades.mp3 00:13:57 no fact or fiction, fof, howstuffworks, hsw, Crusade, Crusader states, crusaders, muslim, shia, sunni, Byzantine The first Crusade began in 1095, and launched a struggle for control of Jerusalem in a series of arduous battles spanning more than two centuries. Learn more about the origin, escalation and consequences of the Crusades in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-11-12-symhc-stolen-generation.mp3 When British explorers reached Australia in 1768, Aborigines were seen as savages in need of assimilation. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the Lost Generation, and the laws Australia passed to force assimilation on the Aborigines. Society & Culture: History Wed, 12 Nov 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1226420859956hsw-fof-stolen-generation.mp3 00:13:01 no factorfiction, fof, fact or fiction, howstuffworks, hsw, Australia, aborigine, aboriginal culture, stolen generation When British explorers reached Australia in 1768, Aborigines were seen as savages in need of assimilation. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the Lost Generation, and the laws Australia passed to force assimilation on the Aborigines. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-11-10-symhc-louisiana-purchase.mp3 When Thomas Jefferson purchased the Louisiana Territory for 15 million dollars, the US nearly doubled in size. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the effects of the Louisiana Purchase. Society & Culture: History Mon, 10 Nov 2008 13:00:14 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1226077788976hsw-fof-louisiana-purchase.mp3 00:14:55 no fact or fiction, fof, howstuffworks, hsw, louisiana purchase, manifest destiny, westward expansion When Thomas Jefferson purchased the Louisiana Territory for 15 million dollars, the US nearly doubled in size. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the effects of the Louisiana Purchase. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-11-05-symhc-presidential-salaries.mp3 Compared to the average American salary, the President is well-off. However, most Presidents are wealthy when they arrive in office. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the fact and fiction surrounding the President's salary. Society & Culture: History Wed, 05 Nov 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1225749526190hsw-fof-presidential-salaries.mp3 00:11:44 no howstuffworks, hsw, brainstuff, brain stuff, salary, presidential salary, income, Compared to the average American salary, the President is well-off. However, most Presidents are wealthy when they arrive in office. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the fact and fiction surrounding the President's salary. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-11-03-symhc-swing-states.mp3 During presidential elections, campaign coverage often focuses on states whose populations are divided between candidates. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the fact and fiction surrounding the electoral college and swing states. Society & Culture: History Mon, 03 Nov 2008 13:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1225394767984hsw-fof-swing-states.mp3 00:10:14 no howstuffworks, hsw, fact or fiction, fof, swing states, politics, election, battleground state, electoral college During presidential elections, campaign coverage often focuses on states whose populations are divided between candidates. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the fact and fiction surrounding the electoral college and swing states. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-10-29-symhc-lady-godiva.mp3 In an argument over taxing peasants, Lady Godiva -- whose real name was actually Godgifu -- called her husband's bluff and rode naked through the marketplace. Or did she? learn more about the fact and fiction surrounding Lady Godiva in this podcast. Society & Culture: History Wed, 29 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1224860401196hsw-fof-lady-godiva.mp3 00:15:40 no howstuffworks, hsw, fof, fact or fiction, taxation, peasants, Lady Godiva, Godgifu, tax, peeping tom In an argument over taxing peasants, Lady Godiva -- whose real name was actually Godgifu -- called her husband's bluff and rode naked through the marketplace. Or did she? learn more about the fact and fiction surrounding Lady Godiva in this podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-10-27-symhc-incorruptible-corpse.mp3 Within hours after death, decay usually sets in and the human body begins to rot. However, some human bodies simply don't seem to decompose, and scientists have yet to figure out why. Check out this podcast to learn more about incorruptible corpses. Society & Culture: History Mon, 27 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1224860316602hsw-fof-incorruptible-corpse.mp3 00:12:26 no howstuffworks, hsw, fof, fact or fiction, incorruptible corpse, incorruptible, mummification, mummy, saint, miracle, podcast Within hours after death, decay usually sets in and the human body begins to rot. However, some human bodies simply don't seem to decompose, and scientists have yet to figure out why. Check out this podcast to learn more about incorruptible corpses. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-10-23-symhc-roanoke-lost-colony.mp3 In 1587, English colonists in Roanoke mysteriously disappeared, leaving only a few cryptic clues behind. For centuries since, researchers have wondered what became of the lost colonists. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more. Society & Culture: History Thu, 23 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1224701464705hsw-fof-roanoke-lost-colony.mp3 00:18:06 no factorfiction, fact or fiction, howstuffworks, hsw, roanoke, lost colony, croatan, colonial america In 1587, English colonists in Roanoke mysteriously disappeared, leaving only a few cryptic clues behind. For centuries since, researchers have wondered what became of the lost colonists. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-10-21-symhc-first-ladies.mp3 The role of First Lady is extraconstitutional, and the functions of this position have varied across administrations. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the influence political parties may have on the role of the First Lady. Society & Culture: History Tue, 21 Oct 2008 15:44:03 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1224603455702hsw-fof-first-ladies.mp3 00:14:48 no howstuffworks, hsw, factorfiction, fact or fiction, first lady, FLOTUS, first ladies, presidential family The role of First Lady is extraconstitutional, and the functions of this position have varied across administrations. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the influence political parties may have on the role of the First Lady. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-10-15-symhc-irish-monk.mp3 Although Columbus is often thought to be the first European in America, an Irish monk may have reached the New World in the sixth century. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the fact and fiction surrounding St. Brendan. Society & Culture: History Wed, 15 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1223051841351hsw-fof-irish-monk.mp3 00:10:00 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, irish monk, european exploration, columbus, St. Brendan Although Columbus is often thought to be the first European in America, an Irish monk may have reached the New World in the sixth century. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the fact and fiction surrounding St. Brendan. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-10-13-symhc-presidential-pardons.mp3 The U.S. Constitution grants several powers to the President, including the ability to pardon anyone for several types of crime. Learn about the origins of pardons in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. Society & Culture: History Mon, 13 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1223403926865hsw-fof-presidential-pardons.mp3 00:19:55 no fact or fiction, factorfiction, howstuffworks, how stuff works, pardon, presidential pardon The U.S. Constitution grants several powers to the President, including the ability to pardon anyone for several types of crime. Learn about the origins of pardons in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-10-08-symhc-americas-first-terror-threat.mp3 When the U.S. was still a young nation, the notorious Barbary pirates demanded tribute from countries across the world. Rumor has it that President Jefferson was the first to stand up to the pirates. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more. Society & Culture: History Wed, 08 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1223043936787hsw-fof-americas-first-terror-threat.mp3 00:10:14 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, barbary pirates, barbary, jefferson, barbary wars When the U.S. was still a young nation, the notorious Barbary pirates demanded tribute from countries across the world. Rumor has it that President Jefferson was the first to stand up to the pirates. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-10-06-symhc-electoral-college.mp3 The framers of the Constitution put the electoral college in place as a compromise, and ever since voters have wondered if their vote counts. Check out this podcast from HowStuffWorks to learn more about the fact and fiction of the electoral college. Society & Culture: History Mon, 06 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1223043594804hsw-fof-electoral-college.mp3 00:13:06 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, electoral college, vote, politics, president, popular vote The framers of the Constitution put the electoral college in place as a compromise, and ever since voters have wondered if their vote counts. Check out this podcast from HowStuffWorks to learn more about the fact and fiction of the electoral college. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-10-01-symhc-alcatraz-2.mp3 Alcatraz was one of the United States' most notorious prisons -- isolated on an island and surrounded by sharks. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the fact and fiction surrounding escape attempts at Alcatraz. Society & Culture: History Wed, 01 Oct 2008 14:36:55 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1223994555875hsw-fof-alcatraz-2.mp3 00:13:00 no fact or fiction, howstuffworks, how stuff works, factorfiction, Alcatraz, Alcatraz was one of the United States' most notorious prisons -- isolated on an island and surrounded by sharks. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the fact and fiction surrounding escape attempts at Alcatraz. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-09-29-symhc-presidential-debates.mp3 In the United States, the presidential debate is a time-honored institution. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to as our staff writers trace the fact and fiction surrounding presidential debates. Society & Culture: History Mon, 29 Sep 2008 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1222350717967hsw-fof-presidential-debates.mp3 00:17:16 no fact or fiction, how stuff works, howstuffworks, presidential debate, debates, nixon, presidential debates, political debate In the United States, the presidential debate is a time-honored institution. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to as our staff writers trace the fact and fiction surrounding presidential debates. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-09-24-symhc-marie-antionette.mp3 Marie Antoinette was only ten when Rousseau published the famous 'let them eat cake' quote. Check out our HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about what this statement actually meant -- whether or not Marie actually said it. Society & Culture: History Wed, 24 Sep 2008 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1221675053941hsw-fof-marie-antionette.mp3 00:10:24 no how stuff works, howstuffworks, fact or fiction, factorfiction, antoinette, history, French Revolution Marie Antoinette was only ten when Rousseau published the famous 'let them eat cake' quote. Check out our HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about what this statement actually meant -- whether or not Marie actually said it. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-09-22-symhc-political-symbols.mp3 A donkey and an elephant are the symbols of the U.S. Democratic and Republican parties, but how were these symbols chosen? Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the fact and fiction surrounding America's political symbols. Society & Culture: History Mon, 22 Sep 2008 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1221591965521hsw-fof-political-symbols.mp3 00:11:33 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, factorfiction, democratic donkey, republican elephant, democratic party symbol, republican party symbol A donkey and an elephant are the symbols of the U.S. Democratic and Republican parties, but how were these symbols chosen? Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the fact and fiction surrounding America's political symbols. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-09-17-symhc-underground-beijing.mp3 The Beijing underground city may sound like the stuff of legends, but it's a real place built to escape Soviets. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the fact and fiction surrounding the city underneath Beijing. Society & Culture: History Wed, 17 Sep 2008 12:00:00 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1221576029937hsw-fof-underground-beijing.mp3 00:10:24 no Beijing underground city, Beijing underground, Beijing tunnels, howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, factorfiction The Beijing underground city may sound like the stuff of legends, but it's a real place built to escape Soviets. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the fact and fiction surrounding the city underneath Beijing. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-09-15-symhc-thomas-jefferson.mp3 Thomas Jefferson's life was peppered with accomplishments -- but what about the disparity between his public image and private life? Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the fact and fiction surrounding Thomas Jefferson. Society & Culture: History Mon, 15 Sep 2008 12:06:08 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1221067154754hsw-fof-thomas-jefferson.mp3 00:18:03 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, factorfiction, history, thomas jefferson, monticello Thomas Jefferson's life was peppered with accomplishments -- but what about the disparity between his public image and private life? Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the fact and fiction surrounding Thomas Jefferson. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-09-10-symhc-americas-first-murderer.mp3 John Billington was one of the signers of the Mayflower Compact -- he was also the first American murder. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn about the fact and fiction surrounding America's first murderer. Society & Culture: History Wed, 10 Sep 2008 13:58:43 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1220988400789fof-americas-first-murderer.mp3 00:10:35 no America's first murderer, howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, factorfiction, history, John Billington was one of the signers of the Mayflower Compact -- he was also the first American murder. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn about the fact and fiction surrounding America's first murderer. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-09-08-symhc-noahs-ark.mp3 Versions of the Great Flood float around in nearly every human culture, and Christianity, Islam and Judaism share the overarching plot points of a man, a flood, and animals marching two by two. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn whether this sto Society & Culture: History Mon, 08 Sep 2008 13:51:14 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1220641844788fof-noahs-ark.mp3 00:10:41 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, history, Noah, Noah's ark, great flood, biblical history Versions of the Great Flood float around in nearly every human culture, and Christianity, Islam and Judaism share the overarching plot points of a man, a flood, and animals marching two by two. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn whether this sto HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-09-03-symhc-rasputin.mp3 Rasputin, mystic and advisor to the Romanov family in Russia, was distrusted and seemingly immuned to death. How did Rasputin finally die? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more. Society & Culture: History Wed, 03 Sep 2008 15:22:09 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1220454908992fof-rasputin.mp3 00:13:45 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, history, rasputin, gregory rasputin, grigori rasputin, death rasputin Rasputin, mystic and advisor to the Romanov family in Russia, was distrusted and seemingly immuned to death. How did Rasputin finally die? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-09-01-symhc-paul-revere-ride.mp3 Although Paul Revere's ride has evolved into an American legend, he was not alone on his famous midnight ride. Check out our HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the fact and fiction surrounding Paul Revere. Society & Culture: History Mon, 01 Sep 2008 12:01:12 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1219092906821fof-paul-revere-ride.mp3 00:11:25 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, factorfiction, history, Paul Revere, William Dawes, Samuel Prescott Although Paul Revere's ride has evolved into an American legend, he was not alone on his famous midnight ride. Check out our HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the fact and fiction surrounding Paul Revere. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-08-27-symhc-chicago-fire-cow.mp3 In all of history, no cow is more infamous than Mrs. O'Leary's. The farm animals was accused of kicking over a lantern and starting the Great Chicago Fire on Oct. 8, 1871. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn whether this story is fact or fiction. Society & Culture: History Wed, 27 Aug 2008 12:02:12 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1219093030016fof-chicago-fire-cow.mp3 00:09:16 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, history, great chicago fire, mrs. O'leary's cow In all of history, no cow is more infamous than Mrs. O'Leary's. The farm animals was accused of kicking over a lantern and starting the Great Chicago Fire on Oct. 8, 1871. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn whether this story is fact or fiction. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-08-25-symhc-king-arthur.mp3 Thanks to his enduring presence in western culture, the name King Arthur conjures up a very specific image. Take a look at our HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the fact and fiction surround King Arthur. Society & Culture: History Mon, 25 Aug 2008 12:03:12 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1219092951125fof-king-arthur.mp3 00:08:07 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, history, Camelot, King Arthur, Excalibur Thanks to his enduring presence in western culture, the name King Arthur conjures up a very specific image. Take a look at our HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the fact and fiction surround King Arthur. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-08-20-symhc-greek-african-ideas.mp3 Known today as Egypt, Kemet is one of the longest-lived cultures in the world. The great Greek scholars studied at the Kemetic temple-universities, and based their learning on the Kemetic system. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more. Society & Culture: History Wed, 20 Aug 2008 12:04:12 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1219092991399fof-greek-african-ideas.mp3 00:10:47 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, factorfiction, history, Kemet, Kemites, Greece Known today as Egypt, Kemet is one of the longest-lived cultures in the world. The great Greek scholars studied at the Kemetic temple-universities, and based their learning on the Kemetic system. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-08-18-symhc-great-train-robbery.mp3 On the night of August 8, 1963, a gang of thieves stole bank notes worth the equivalent of $50 million. Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the fact and fiction surrounding the great train robbery. Society & Culture: History Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:00:27 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1218575671211fof-great-train-robbery.mp3 00:11:17 no How stuff works, howstuffworks, fact or fiction, factorfiction, great train robbery, up special On the night of August 8, 1963, a gang of thieves stole bank notes worth the equivalent of $50 million. Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the fact and fiction surrounding the great train robbery. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-08-14-symhc-count-dracula.mp3 Vlad Tepes, a 15th-century Wallachian prince, was the notoriously blood-thirsty basis for Dracula, Bram Stoker's classic gothic horror character. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about Vlad Tepes. Society & Culture: History Thu, 14 Aug 2008 12:01:40 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1218214644836fof-count-dracula.mp3 00:09:58 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, history, Dracula, vlad tepes, wallachia Vlad Tepes, a 15th-century Wallachian prince, was the notoriously blood-thirsty basis for Dracula, Bram Stoker's classic gothic horror character. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about Vlad Tepes. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-08-12-symhc-donner-party.mp3 While stranded in the Sierra Nevada mountains, members of the Donner Party resorted to cannibalism in an effort to survive the harsh winter of 1846. Learn more about the fact and fiction of the Donner Party legend in our HowStuffWorks article. Society & Culture: History Tue, 12 Aug 2008 17:51:40 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1218214598329fof-fof-donner-party.mp3 00:09:59 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, factorfiction, history, Donner Party, Forlorn Hope While stranded in the Sierra Nevada mountains, members of the Donner Party resorted to cannibalism in an effort to survive the harsh winter of 1846. Learn more about the fact and fiction of the Donner Party legend in our HowStuffWorks article. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-08-06-symhc-berlin-wall.mp3 The Berlin Wall divided a country and a city, but it had a purpose. Learn more about its history and how JFK and Barack Obama fit into the picture in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Society & Culture: History Wed, 06 Aug 2008 16:53:14 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1218041332112fof-berlin-wall.mp3 00:08:54 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, berlin wall, jfk, speech, barack obama The Berlin Wall divided a country and a city, but it had a purpose. Learn more about its history and how JFK and Barack Obama fit into the picture in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-08-04-symhc-ancient-seven-wonders.mp3 On July 7, 2007, the new seven wonders of the world were chosen by more than 100 million voters. But whatever happened to the original seven? Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article, 'How the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World Work,' to learn more. Society & Culture: History Mon, 04 Aug 2008 18:00:47 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1217621558160fof-ancient-seven-wonders.mp3 00:09:19 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, seven wonders of the world, pyramid On July 7, 2007, the new seven wonders of the world were chosen by more than 100 million voters. But whatever happened to the original seven? Take a look at our HowStuffWorks article, 'How the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World Work,' to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-07-30-symhc-mutual-assured-destruction.mp3 During the Cold War, both the U.S. and the U.S.S.R. stockpiled weapons, eventually holding enough power to destroy the world several times over. Yet neither side actually used these weapons. Learn more about M.A.D. in our article on HowStuffWorks. Society & Culture: History Wed, 30 Jul 2008 17:12:36 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1216831922959fof-mutual-assured-destruction.mp3 00:08:10 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, factorfiction, history, mutual assured destruction, Cold War During the Cold War, both the U.S. and the U.S.S.R. stockpiled weapons, eventually holding enough power to destroy the world several times over. Yet neither side actually used these weapons. Learn more about M.A.D. in our article on HowStuffWorks. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-07-28-symhc-capone-tax-evasion.mp3 Al Capone was a king among criminals, and 'kept his hands clean,' maintaining plausible deniability by avoiding direct connections to illegal activity. He never paid taxes -- and this came back to haunt him. Learn more in our article on HowStuffWorks. Society & Culture: History Mon, 28 Jul 2008 17:13:36 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1216831874124fof-capone-tax-evasion.mp3 00:08:13 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, factorfiction, history, Al Capone, prohibition Al Capone was a king among criminals, and 'kept his hands clean,' maintaining plausible deniability by avoiding direct connections to illegal activity. He never paid taxes -- and this came back to haunt him. Learn more in our article on HowStuffWorks. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-07-23-symhc-jenkins-ear.mp3 When the Spanish Coast Guard caught English Captain Jenkins smuggling, they cut off his ear as punishment. Could this insult have sent two countries to war? Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn whether this is fact or fiction. Society & Culture: History Wed, 23 Jul 2008 15:45:01 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1216308768470fof-jenkins-ear.mp3 00:08:04 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, factorfiction, history, War of Jenkins' ear, Captain Robert Jenkins, colonialism, colony, England, Spain When the Spanish Coast Guard caught English Captain Jenkins smuggling, they cut off his ear as punishment. Could this insult have sent two countries to war? Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn whether this is fact or fiction. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-07-21-symhc-nero-fiddle.mp3 In A.D. 64, a great fire consumed Rome for six days and seven nights. Some rumors speculated that Nero set the fire, and even played a fiddle as the city burned. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn if this is fact or fiction. Society & Culture: History Mon, 21 Jul 2008 15:44:01 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1216308808947fof-nero-fiddle.mp3 00:03:39 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, factorfiction, history, Nero, fiddle, rome, rome burning, nero played the fiddle, ancient rome In A.D. 64, a great fire consumed Rome for six days and seven nights. Some rumors speculated that Nero set the fire, and even played a fiddle as the city burned. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn if this is fact or fiction. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-07-16-symhc-davy-crockett.mp3 Davy Crockett is one of America's great real-life legends. With a little help from Walt Disney, Crockett experienced a resurgence in popularity more than 100 years after his death. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn if this is fact or fiction. Society & Culture: History Wed, 16 Jul 2008 18:03:58 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1216231180837fof-davy-crockett.mp3 00:06:23 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, factorfiction, history, Davy Crockett, king of the wild frontier, frontier, pioneer Davy Crockett is one of America's great real-life legends. With a little help from Walt Disney, Crockett experienced a resurgence in popularity more than 100 years after his death. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn if this is fact or fiction. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-07-14-symhc-christmas-truce.mp3 Amid the bloodshed of World War I, the Pope pled for a truce on Christmas Day. The commanding powers refused the truce, but soldiers across Europe crossed battle lines to spend Christmas the enemy. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more. Society & Culture: History Mon, 14 Jul 2008 20:05:06 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1216065740718fof-christmas-truce.mp3 00:03:55 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, factorfiction, history, Christmas Truce, World War I, Verdun, Germany, England, war Amid the bloodshed of World War I, the Pope pled for a truce on Christmas Day. The commanding powers refused the truce, but soldiers across Europe crossed battle lines to spend Christmas the enemy. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-07-09-symhc-first-olympics.mp3 The first Olympics took place in the sixth century in order to build diplomacy across the Greek world. Learn more about the history of the first Olympics in this HowStuffWorks.com podcast. Society & Culture: History Wed, 09 Jul 2008 17:33:33 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215624591362fof-first-olympics.mp3 00:03:55 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, factorfiction, history, first olympics, first olympic games, ancient olympics The first Olympics took place in the sixth century in order to build diplomacy across the Greek world. Learn more about the history of the first Olympics in this HowStuffWorks.com podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-07-07-symhc-peter-the-great.mp3 Peter the Great was a feared leader but also an intellectual. Learn about Peter the Great and Peter the Great's love of academia and collectibles in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com! Society & Culture: History Mon, 07 Jul 2008 21:21:38 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215465538433fof-peter-the-great.mp3 00:03:49 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, factorfiction, history, peter the great, russian czar peter the great, peter the great russia Peter the Great was a feared leader but also an intellectual. Learn about Peter the Great and Peter the Great's love of academia and collectibles in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com! HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-07-02-symhc-king-tut-tomb.mp3 An inscription above King Tutankhamen's burial chamber reads: 'Death will come on swift pinions to those who disturb the rest of the Pharaoh.' This was known as the mummy's curse -- but was it fact, or fiction? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to lear Society & Culture: History Wed, 02 Jul 2008 16:28:39 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1215015875298fof-king-tut-tomb.mp3 00:04:14 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, factorfiction, history, mummy, tutankhamen, tutankhamun, King Tut, Egypt, mummy, egyptian tomb, mummy's curse An inscription above King Tutankhamen's burial chamber reads: 'Death will come on swift pinions to those who disturb the rest of the Pharaoh.' This was known as the mummy's curse -- but was it fact, or fiction? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to lear HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-06-30-symhc-salem-witchtrial.mp3 Some researchers allege that ergot poisoning may have been responsible for triggering the Salem witchcraft trials -- but is this fact, or fiction? Learn more about ergot and the Salem witch trials in this HowStuffWorks podcast. Society & Culture: History Mon, 30 Jun 2008 19:40:05 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1214854688147fof-salem-witchtrial.mp3 00:03:43 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, factorfiction, history, salem witchtrials, ergot, ergot poisoning, salem witchtrials, salem witch trials, ergot, ergot poisoning, fact or fiction Some researchers allege that ergot poisoning may have been responsible for triggering the Salem witchcraft trials -- but is this fact, or fiction? Learn more about ergot and the Salem witch trials in this HowStuffWorks podcast. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-06-27-symhc-db-cooper.mp3 The D.B. Cooper mystery involves the case of Northwest Airlines Flight 305, which was hijacked by a lone man. Learn more about the D.B. Cooper mystery. Society & Culture: History Fri, 27 Jun 2008 19:42:14 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1214595610270fof-db-cooper.mp3 00:03:39 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, factorfiction, history, d.b. cooper mystery, db cooper, the db cooper mystery, northwest airlines flight 305, d.b. cooper disappearance The D.B. Cooper mystery involves the case of Northwest Airlines Flight 305, which was hijacked by a lone man. Learn more about the D.B. Cooper mystery. HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-06-25-symhc-countess-serial-killer.mp3 Prolific serial killers are reigned in by some specific parameters. Learn more about Elizabeth Bathory and why she was known as "Bloody Mary". Society & Culture: History Wed, 25 Jun 2008 14:17:21 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1213116315050fof-countess-serial-killer.mp3 00:03:28 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, factorfiction, history, prolific serial killers, first serial killer, serial murderer, female serial killer profile, female serial killer, Elizabeth Bathory Prolific serial killers are reigned in by some specific parameters. Learn more about Elizabeth Bathory and why she was known as "Bloody Mary". HowStuffWorks.com http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/symhc/2008-06-09-symhc-genghis-khan.mp3 Genghis Khan has more death attributed to him than any other person in history. Learn about Genghis Kahn and the siege Genghis Khan conducted on Nishapur. Society & Culture: History Mon, 09 Jun 2008 22:07:16 GMT podcast@howstuffworks.com (HowStuffWorks.com) http://netstorage.discovery.com/DMC-FEEDS/MED/podcasts/2008/1213047387676fof-genghis-khan.mp3 00:03:40 no howstuffworks, how stuff works, fact or fiction, factorfiction, history, genghis khan, genghis khan history, nishapur Genghis Khan has more death attributed to him than any other person in history. Learn about Genghis Kahn and the siege Genghis Khan conducted on Nishapur. HowStuffWorks.com