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Today, we take a closer look at the legendary Library of Alexandria. We’ll talk about the city's founding, the creation of the Great Library under Ptolemy I, the tragic accidental burning by Caesar, its slow decline and the destruction of the Serapeum Library, the murder of Hypatia, the things lost to history, and other interesting topics... WELCOME TO CAMP! 🏕️Shoutout to our sponsor: Mars MenFor a limited time, our listeners get 60% off FOR LIFE AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men when you use code 'CAMP' at https://mengotomars.com👕🧢 Use CHRISTMASCAMP at checkout for 17% off when you shop at https://camp-rd.com/collections/christmas🎟️ 🎫 Comedy Tour Tickets Here: https://markgagnonlive.com🎩👽 Daily Dose Of History Here: https://www.dailytodayinhistory.comTimestamps:0:00 Christos YAPPIN1:09 Shoutout to Joseph Manning1:53 The Founding of Alexandria4:54 Ptolemy I Takes Over7:07 The Creation of Alexandria's Library14:40 Caesar Accidentally Burns Alexandria17:49 Decline of Alexandria23:34 Destruction of Serapeum Library27:35 Murder of Hypatia30:30 Arab Invasion of Alexandria 33:14 Things Lost In Alexandria38:35 Archeological Discovery of Alexandria 41:08 The Scholarly Thoughts#foryou #history #podcast #knowledge #interesting #comedy #film #interview #mystery

Today, we take a closer look at the controversial rocket pioneer, Wernher von Braun. We’ll talk about his V-2 work for the Nazis, his secret transfer to the U.S. under Operation Paperclip, his collaboration with Walt Disney, his pivotal role in creating NASA’s space program and the Saturn V, and the lasting mysteries like Project Blue Beam... Welcome to HISTORY CAMP! 🏕️Shoutout to our sponsor: Mars MenFor a limited time, our listeners get 60% off FOR LIFE AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men when you use code 'CAMP' at https://mengotomars.com👕🧢 Use CHRISTMASCAMP at checkout for 17% off when you shop at https://camp-rd.com/collections/chris...🎟️ 🎫 Comedy Tour Tickets Here: https://markgagnonlive.com🎩👽 Daily Dose Of History Here: https://www.dailytodayinhistory.comTimestamps:0:00 Wernher Von Brauns Early Life4:45 Building V-2 Rockets For Hitler8:01 Nazi’s Rocket Production Moves Underground12:00 Nazi Scientists Meet U.S. Troops15:29 Operation Paperclip Begins18:40 American’s V-2 Test Flights22:06 Move to Huntsville Alabama23:22 Walt Disney Teams Up w/ Von Braun25:05 The Space Race Begins27:39 Creation of NASA’s Space Program28:20 Saturn V + Communion on The moon30:32 Wernher Von Braun Leaves NASA31:18 Project Blue Beam + Von Brauns Headstone35:38 The Scholarly Thoughts39:30 R.I.P. Albert’s#history #podcast #war #battle #ww2 #mystery #film #camping #interesting #knowledge #education #knowledgeispower

Károly Póka, ancient technology researcher, sits down at CAMP to reveal the secrets of impossibly precise artifacts. Károly dives into how the ancient stone vases and Egypt's perfect boxes were truly made, and challenges the narrative that they were crafted by hand...WELCOME TO CAMP! 🏕️Shoutout to our sponsor: Mars Men, BlueChew, and Morgan & MorganFor a limited time, our listeners get 60% off FOR LIFE AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men when you use code 'CAMP' at https://mengotomars.com👕🧢 Use CHRISTMASCAMP at checkout for 17% off when you shop at https://camp-rd.com/collections/christmas🎟️ 🎫 Comedy Tour Tickets Here: https://markgagnonlive.com🎩👽 Daily Dose Of History Here: https://www.dailytodayinhistory.comTimestamps0:00 — Intro1:30 — Meeting Ben van Kerkwyk & Adam Young6:31 — How The Vases Were Made + Vase Function11:35 — Timeline of Vases14:36 — Recreating The Vases21:40 — Variation In Vases25:28 — Ancient Technology33:33 — Modern Lathe38:04 — Detechnical Evolution41:20 — Cultures Stealing Credit For Creation48:40 — Comparing Alabaster to Stone Vases1:06:06 — Could It Be Done By Hand?1:10:21 — Egypt’s Perfect Boxes1:22:14 — Purpose of The Boxes1:27:09 — Join Karoly’s $25k Competition#foryou #podcast #history #mystery #knowledge #education #educational #egypt

Today, we take a closer look at Gnosticism. We’ll explore the dramatic discovery of the Nag Hammadi texts, the unique divine family of the Gnostics, the story of Sophia and Yaldabaoth, and their different perspective on Jesus… Welcome to Religion Camp! 🏕️Shoutout to our sponsor: Mars MenFor a limited time, our listeners get 60% off FOR LIFE AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men when you use code 'CAMP' at https://mengotomars.com👕🧢 Use CHRISTMASCAMP at checkout for 17% off when you shop at: https://camp-rd.com/collections/christmas✝️☪️✡️🕉️☦️ Religion Camp Merch: https://camp-rd.com🎟️ 🎫 Comedy Tour Tickets Here: https://markgagnonlive.com🏕️ Get Today In History Email Here (Free): https://www.dailytodayinhistory.comTimestamps:0:00 Discovery of Nag Hammadi Library4:39 The Gnostic Texts5:58 Who Are Gnostics7:57 Gnostics Labeled Heretics10:19 Battle of The Scriptures15:41 The Belief of Gnostics19:15 Gnostic Divine Family21:59 The Story of Sophia & Yaldabaoth28:29 Gnostic Belief of Jesus30:57 Gnostic Baptism + Gospel of Judas34:26 Ancient Gnostic Groups37:00 The Fall of Gnosticism41:00 Listen to Christos For Once#religion #peace #podcast #god #jesus #knowledge #educational #educationalvideo #film

Today, we dive deep into the enduring mystery of the Isdal Woman. We’ll talk about the initial discovery in the Isdalen Valley, key witness accounts, the crucial evidence of the burned suitcase, the possible top-secret military connection in 1970's Norway, the official report and burial, the multiple theories surrounding the case, and the latest scholarly thoughts on the ongoing investigation... WELCOME TO CAMP! 🏕️Shoutout to our sponsor: Mars MenFor a limited time, our listeners get 60% off FOR LIFE AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men when you use code 'CAMP' at https://mengotomars.com👕🧢 Use CHRISTMASCAMP at checkout for 17% off when you shop at https://camp-rd.com/collections/christmas🎟️ 🎫 Comedy Tour Tickets Here: https://markgagnonlive.com🎩👽 Daily Dose Of History Here: https://www.dailytodayinhistory.comTimestamps0:00 Intro1:12 Christos Is RICH???3:43 Discovery of The Isdal Woman8:32 Witnesses of Isdal Woman12:56 The Burned Suitcase15:18 1970’s Norway + Top Secret Military Connection20:37 The Official Report + The Burial of Isdal Woman23:03 The Multiple Theories28:05 Today’s Investigation of The Case31:15 The Scholarly Thoughts#podcast #foryou #history #mystery #horror #crime #knowledge #unsolvedmystery

Delve into the tumultuous reign of Caligula, exploring his traumatic childhood and swift ascent to power. Discover the theatrical obsessions that led to bizarre spectacles and claims of divinity. The podcast exposes his lavish spending and the public support he cultivated through grandiose displays. However, it reveals the darker side of his rule, including escalating cruelty and financial collapse. Finally, witness the dramatic assassination that ended his reign and left a lasting legacy of chaos in Rome.

Patrick Winn, award-winning American journalist who covers crime and illicit economies in Southeast Asia, sits down at CAMP to reveal the darkest secrets of the Wa Cartel. Patrick takes us deep into the mysterious Wa State, an unrecognised "country inside a country", to expose its origins, how it became a global drug hub, and the shadowy involvement of the CIA and DEA...WELCOME TO CAMP! 🏕️Shoutout to our sponsor: Mars Men, Morgan&Morgan and BlueChewFor a limited time, our listeners get 60% off FOR LIFE AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men when you use code 'CAMP' at https://mengotomars.com👕🧢 Use CHRISTMASCAMP at checkout for 17% off when you shop at https://camp-rd.com/collections/christmas🎟️ 🎫 Comedy Tour Tickets Here: https://markgagnonlive.com🎩👽 Daily Dose Of History Here: https://www.dailytodayinhistory.comTimestamps:0:00 County Inside a Country4:02 Who Are The Wa Cartel7:54 Controversial Creation of Myanmar11:18 The Wa People15:54 The Growth of Drug Trade20:37 CIA’s Wa State Involvement32:25 Drugs Distributed to U.S. Troops In Vietnam45:00 Leader of Wa State53:41 Origin of Wa Cartel59:39 Wa Country Today1:03:30 How Wa Became Official1:06:05 Religion of Wa State1:09:00 DEA Asset Inside Wa State1:15:04 Wa State Drugs Reach The U.S.1:22:24 CIA Setup Drug Lord1:31:05 The Shift to a New Drug1:41:05 Chief & Leader of Wa State1:53:43 China’s Support For Wa State2:03:51 Sneaking Into Wa State2:08:08 Superstar’s Death + Wa State Today2:13:18 The Future of Wa State2:21:08 How Wa State Avoids Addiction2:23:23 Check Out Narcotopia#podcast #foryou #history #mystery #crime #knowledge #horror #china

Dive into the captivating world of Shintoism—Japan's indigenous belief system without a founder. Explore the concept of kami, the spiritual essence tied to nature, and the rich myths like the Kojiki. Learn about the vibrant matsuri festivals and the purification rituals at shrines. Discover how Shinto adapted over time, especially in relation to Buddhism and its impact during wartime. Today, Shinto focuses on community and nature, influencing everyday life and craftsmanship in modern Japan.

Today, we take a closer look at the Salem Witch Trials. We’ll talk about the religious beliefs in Salem, the afflicted girls’ accusations, the first witches, the official Salem witch trial court, the executions, and other interesting topics... WELCOME TO CAMP! 🏕️Shoutout to our sponsor: Mars Men and BlueChewFor a limited time, our listeners get 60% off FOR LIFE AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men when you use code 'CAMP' at https://mengotomars.com👕🧢 Use CHRISTMASCAMP at checkout for 17% off when you shop at https://camp-rd.com/collections/christmas🎟️ 🎫 Comedy Tour Tickets Here: https://markgagnonlive.com🎩👽 Daily Dose Of History Here: https://www.dailytodayinhistory.comTimestamps0:00 Intro1:37 Christos YAPPING2:34 The Religious Beliefs In Salem 7:11 The Afflicted Girls Accusations 12:58 The First Witches 16:12 Tituba’s Confession + Accusations Spread 24:30 Elizabeth & John Proctor 27:27 The Official Salem Witch Trial Court 37:37 The Executions 41:27 Giles Corey Crushed to Death 44:57 End of The Trials 47:52 Governor's Wife Is Accused of Witchcraft 49:39 Apologies to The Accused 56:39 The Scholarly Thoughts#podcast #foryou #mystery #horror #history #crime #foryoupage

Today, we take a closer look at King Leopold. We’ll talk about how King Leopold obtained the Congo, the rubber trade, the cutting off of hands, the burning of archives, and other interesting topics... Welcome to HISTORY CAMP! 🏕️👕🧢 Use CHRISTMASCAMP at checkout for 17% off when you shop at https://camp-rd.com/collections/chris...🎟️ 🎫 Comedy Tour Tickets Here: https://markgagnonlive.com🎩👽 Daily Dose Of History Here: https://www.dailytodayinhistory.com Timestamps:0:00 Who Is King Leopold1:42 The Scramble For Africa4:03 King Leopold Obtains The Congo11:47 Rubber Trade + Cutting Off Hands20:19 Leopold’s Horror Is Exposed26:07 Burning The Archives26:29 Leopold’s Disinformation Campaign27:46 Selling The Congo Back to Belgium309:56 The Congo After Leopold34:36 The Scholarly Thoughts#history #podcast #battle #war #mystery #camping #film #horror #congo