Stuff You Missed in History Class
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Join Holly and Tracy as they bring you the greatest and strangest Stuff You Missed In History Class in this podcast by iHeartRadio.
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Jul 28, 2008 • 4min
Why was tax evasion the only thing pinned on Al Capone?
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. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 23, 2008 • 4min
Why did England and Spain fight over an ear?
A clash over an ear? Absolutely! The story unfolds with Captain Jenkins, whose punishment by the Spanish Coast Guard ignited tensions between England and Spain. The hosts delve into colonial rivalries, highlighting how shipping disputes and lingering hostilities from the War of Spanish Succession exacerbated conflicts. They explore how one man's misfortune contributed to broader territorial disputes in the New World. With a blend of humor and historical insight, this tale reveals just how significant a single incident can be in the grand narrative of war.
Jul 21, 2008 • 4min
Did Nero really play the fiddle while Rome burned?
In this podcast, the hosts explore the myth of Nero playing the fiddle while Rome burned during the Great Fire of Rome in AD 64. They debunk this idea and provide accounts of Nero's actual actions during the catastrophe. The discussion also covers Nero's attempt to blame the Christians for the fire and his tragic downfall.
Jul 16, 2008 • 3min
Why was Davy Crockett king of the wild frontier?
Davy Crockett's legend is debated, his moral transformation and stand against Andrew Jackson's policies, and podcast ads for murder mystery and conversations with a songwriter.
Jul 14, 2008 • 4min
What was the Christmas Truce?
Soldiers during World War I crossed battle lines to spend Christmas together despite the refusal of truce from commanding powers.
Jul 9, 2008 • 4min
How the First Olympics Worked
The podcast explores the origins and male-centric nature of the first Olympics, including fascinating legends and stories of naked athletes. Advertisements for Watson X Orchestrate, a psychological thriller featuring Michael Fassbender, and three other podcasts are included in the show.
Jul 7, 2008 • 4min
What was in Peter the Great's cabinet of curiosities?
Discover the transition to the Age of Enlightenment and cabinets of curiosity. Learn about Peter the Great's fascination with baby skeletons and his legendary collection, as a scientific endeavor to pull Russia out of the dark ages.
Jul 2, 2008 • 4min
The Cursed Tomb of King Tut
The podcast explores the curse associated with King Tut's tomb, debunking superstitions and examining scientific evidence.
Jun 30, 2008 • 4min
Ergot and the Salem Witchtrials
Explore the intriguing link between the Salem witch trials and LSD, and the theory that the symptoms experienced could have been caused by ergot poisoning.
Jun 27, 2008 • 4min
Fact or Fiction: Is D.B. Cooper still alive?
The hosts discuss the DB Cooper hijacking, including the ransom demand and Cooper's disappearance. They also explore the ongoing debate on whether DB Cooper is alive, including the discovery of a parachute that was initially thought to be his.
