The Constant: A History of Getting Things Wrong

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(And Eventually Be Found) Send me your best "I bet you didn't know that" story in an audio file to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tellmesomethingconstant@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Check out: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠indeed.com/theconstant⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ now to start hiringVisit our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. You too can get ad-free, early episodes, starting now!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠​​⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  BUY OUR MERCH, YOU FILTHY ANIMALS!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ​​The Constant is part of the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Airwave Media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ podcast network.​​ ​​ ​ ​Interested in advertising on The Constant? Email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sales@advertisecast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get on board! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover the astonishing speed of a manhole cover launched by a nuclear blast. Explore unusual deaths and groundbreaking achievements of the Parker Solar Probe. Hear captivating anecdotes from astronauts and quirky UK Parliament traditions. Dive into Napoleon's Waterloo blunders and the unlikely heroism of John Joseph in 1855 Australia. Unravel the eccentric fashions of the Regency period while learning about the complexities of eczema treatments. Enjoy a blend of humor and audience engagement as listeners share their own fascinating stories.

Discover the wild narrative behind a 1939 hoax that misled many about the Great Wall of China. Delve into how a drunken revelation ignited outrage and affected cultural perceptions during a pivotal time. Explore the evolution of this tall tale, from its beginnings to its astonishing impact on American society and media. Uncover the story of Soapy Palman, a cunning con artist, and the fierce competition among 19th-century journalists desperate for sensational stories. This mix of history and intrigue is sure to captivate!

Dive into the fascinating world of Scrabble, where casual play meets fierce competition, revealing deep connections between players. Explore the astounding memory of Nigel Richards, a multilingual Scrabble titan, and ponder the philosophical implications of knowledge and memory. Uncover the flaws of human memory, contrasting historical insights from Aristotle to Pliny. Discover legendary memory feats and the intriguing tale of Simonides that links criticism to creative memory techniques. Finally, unlock innovative mnemonic strategies that reshape our understanding of human potential.

Delve into the groundbreaking world of genetics, where the discovery of the 47th chromosome linked to Down syndrome unfolds amid societal chaos. Explore Aristotle's timeless theories on memory and their enduring impact on psychology. Witness the evolution of memory research, from Ebbinghaus’s innovative methods to the complex interplay of cognitive processes. Uncover the fragility of memory, shaped by emotional experiences, and ponder the intriguing concept of near-perfect memories that challenges our understanding of recall.

Dive into the intriguing phenomenon of 'blue moons' within the Gregorian calendar, sprinkled with humor. Explore bizarre literature, including the enigmatic Voynich Manuscript. Reflect on Robert Burton's 'The Anatomy of Melancholy' and its insights on mental health and creativity. Discover the chilling tale of meteor tsunamis that struck Chicago in 1954. Enjoy the whimsical chaos of chimney sweeps descending on a widow’s home and the comedic fallout from Theodore Hook's elaborate hoax in London. It's a delightful blend of history and oddities!

Discover the intriguing origins of a tranquil village in New Brunswick and the gripping saga of Henry Moore Smith, accused of horse theft. Follow his tumultuous journey, filled with legal woes and a dramatic disappearance. Unravel the legend surrounding Henry, explore his uncanny escape artistry, and question the truths behind his life. The podcast invites you to enjoy a story rich in mystery, crime, and the exploration of narrative incompleteness.

A mysterious princess appears! Send me your best "I bet you didn't know that" story in an audio file to ⁠tellmesomethingconstant@gmail.com⁠Check out: ⁠indeed.com/theconstant⁠ now to start hiringVisit our ⁠Patreon here⁠. You too can get ad-free, early episodes, starting now!⁠​​⁠ ⁠BUY OUR MERCH, YOU FILTHY ANIMALS!⁠The Constant is part of the ⁠Airwave Media⁠ podcast network.​​ ​​​Interested in advertising on The Constant? Email ⁠sales@advertisecast.com⁠ to get on board! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nicky Woolf can be my wing man anytime. Send me your best "I bet you didn't know that" story in an audio file to tellmesomethingconstant@gmail.comCheck out: indeed.com/theconstant now to start hiringVisit our Patreon here. You too can get ad-free, early episodes, starting now!​​BUY OUR MERCH, YOU FILTHY ANIMALS!The Constant is part of the Airwave Media podcast network.​​​​Interested in advertising on The Constant? Email sales@advertisecast.com to get on board! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices