Stuff You Missed in History Class

Holly is joined in the studio by Carol Thompson, Fred and Rita Richman Curator of African Art at the High Museum of Art. Carol shares her incredible knowledge, stories from her personal life and the importance of studying Africa's rich art tradition. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Exploring the history, construction, and significance of the massive stone city of Great Zimbabwe. False theories by European explorers and efforts to suppress its African origins. The spiritual significance conflicting with its historical status.

Maria Montessori, renowned educator known for her influential theories on early education, is discussed in this podcast. Topics include her early life and determination, her theory of education for children with disabilities, her unique self-educating method in Montessori schools, and her efforts to train other educators.

The American sculptor was a celebrated artist in her day, but she receded from the spotlight; her final years remained a mystery for quite some time. Her marble works are striking examples of the neoclassical style popular at the end of the 19th century. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Swiss-born Henry Dunant, founder of the Red Cross, dedicated his life to easing the suffering brought by war after witnessing its brutality. This episode explores his establishment of the International Committee for Relief of the Wounded, his collaboration with Empress Eugenie, and his lasting legacy.

Erik Lars Myers, founder, CEO and head brewer at Mystery Brewing Company, talks about the history of beer, including how it connects to charity, nutrition and humans' first development of agriculture. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This podcast features various historical findings and studies such as analysis of HIV, the cause of London smog, Roman skeletons, archaeological discoveries in Must Farm, and more. It also explores artifacts related to food, exhumations globally, misconceptions about the Roman Empire's contribution to health, and sponsor ads.

Excitement for Unearthed Episodes and Archaeological Discoveries. New developments in the Amelia Earhart case and insights into Neanderthals. Discoveries that Challenge Previous Beliefs and Shed Light on History and Culture. New Archaeological Finds and Ancient Civilizations. Recent Discoveries of Shipwrecks Around the World.

Explore the infamous Piltdown Man hoax and how it deceived scientists for 40 years, impacting the study of evolution. Uncover the truth behind the fraud, the unraveling of the hoax, and the suspects involved, including Arthur Conan Doyle. Discover the consequences and theories that emerged from this scientific scandal.

The uprising of the Maccabees against the Seleucid Empire during the Hellenistic period is an integral part of the Hanukkah story. After the restoration of Jewish religious freedom, the Maccabees started another revolt to obtain total independence. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.