Everything Everywhere Daily
Gary Arndt
Learn something new every day!Everything Everywhere Daily is a daily podcast for Intellectually Curious People. Host Gary Arndt tells the stories of interesting people, places, and things from around the world and throughout history. Gary is an accomplished world traveler, travel photographer, and polymath. Topics covered include history, science, mathematics, anthropology, archeology, geography, and culture. Past history episodes have dealt with ancient Rome, Phoenicia, Persia, Greece, China, Egypt, and India. as well as historical leaders such as Julius Caesar, Emperor Augustus, Sparticus, and the Carthaginian general Hannibal.Geography episodes have covered Malta, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, Monaco, Luxembourg, Vatican City, the Marshall Islands, Kiribati, the Isle of Man, san marino, Namibia, the Golden Gate Bridge, Montenegro, and Greenland.Technology episodes have covered nanotechnology, aluminum, fingerprints, longitude, qwerty keyboards, morse code, the telegraph, radio, television, computer gaming, Episodes explaining the origin of holidays include Memorial Day, April Fool’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day, May Day, Christmas, Ramadan, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Canada Day, the Fourth of July, Famous people in history covered in the podcast include Salvador Dali, Jim Thorpe, Ada Lovelace, Jessie Owens, Robert Oppenheimer, Picasso, Isaac Newton, Attila the Hun, Lady Jane Grey, Cleopatra, Sun Yat Sen, Houdini, Tokyo Rose, William Shakespeare, Queen Boudica, Empress Livia, Marie Antoinette, the Queen of Sheba, Ramanujan, and Zheng He.
Episodes
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May 28, 2025 • 15min
The Bataan Death March
Discover the harrowing events of the Bataan Death March during World War II. Learn about the surrender of Filipino and American forces and the brutal realities they faced during this forced march. Explore General MacArthur's crucial role and delve into the aftermath, including the liberation of Camp O'Donnell. The discussion highlights the controversial war crimes trials that followed and reflects on the enduring legacy of this tragic event in history.
May 27, 2025 • 16min
Bonds and the Bond Market
Dive into the fascinating world of the bond market, a giant in the global economy that often flies under the radar. Discover how bonds facilitate funding for companies and governments, influencing policies and potentially shaping governments. Unpack the relationship between bond yields and prices, and explore the intriguing realm of junk bonds versus U.S. treasury bonds. Learn about different types of government bonds and their crucial impact on the economy, making the bond market a pivotal player in finance.
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May 26, 2025 • 14min
A History of Memorial Day (Redux)
Discover the fascinating history of Memorial Day, starting from post-Civil War commemorations to its establishment as a federal holiday. Learn about the first observance in Waterloo and how the responses varied between northern and southern states. The discussion reveals the dual nature of the holiday, balancing solemn remembrance of fallen soldiers with the modern-day celebration that kicks off summer. Explore how traditions have evolved over 160 years and the interplay between commemoration and commercialization.
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May 25, 2025 • 16min
The Moons of Jupiter
Discover how Galileo's groundbreaking telescope observations in 1610 changed our understanding of astronomy and unveiled Jupiter's four Galilean moons. Dive into the unique aspects of Io, known for its volcanic activity, and the life-bearing potential of Europa, with its subsurface ocean. Explore Ganymede's magnetic field and intriguing geology, alongside Callisto's ancient, cratered surface. The potential for life on these distant moons sparks excitement for future exploration and reveals the mysteries of our solar system.
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May 24, 2025 • 17min
The First and Second Banks of the United States
Discover the tumultuous journey of the First and Second Banks of the United States, born from post-Revolution economic woes. Explore the fierce constitutional debates that shaped their creation, featuring key players like Hamilton and Jefferson. Uncover how these institutions influenced the nation's economy, especially during the War of 1812. Finally, delve into the dramatic rise and fall of the Second Bank, revealing mismanagement and the fierce opposition it faced from President Andrew Jackson, culminating in its controversial dissolution.
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May 23, 2025 • 15min
How Much Did Rome and Sub-Saharan Africa Know About Each Other?
Discover the intriguing historical connections between Rome and Sub-Saharan Africa. The Sahara Desert served as both a barrier and a bridge, limiting direct interactions. Hear about the Romans’ complex views on North Africa and notable figures like Emperor Septimius Severus. Explore how trade and diplomacy shaped encounters with distant civilizations such as Kush. Delve into the challenges faced by Roman expeditions and their perceptions of 'Ethiopia,' revealing the rich tapestry of cultural exchanges across time.
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May 22, 2025 • 15min
The Channel Tunnel
Discover how the English Channel, once a protective moat, posed challenges for trade and travel. Hear about the ambitious dream that led to the creation of the Channel Tunnel in the 1990s. Explore the engineering marvel behind the tunnel, fraught with historical and political obstacles. Learn how the Eurostar transformed travel across Europe, offering speedy connections and cultural exchanges, even amidst challenges like fires and financial setbacks.
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May 21, 2025 • 15min
The History of Salt (Encore)
Salt may seem ordinary, but it has shaped civilizations and economies throughout history. Discover how this vital substance was a major trade commodity and even used as military compensation. From its role in food preservation to influencing the rise of cities and empires, this essential mineral played a crucial part in human survival. Today, salt's uses extend beyond our tables to modern applications like road de-icing. Uncover the fascinating historical significance and cultural impact of salt on societies around the globe!
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May 20, 2025 • 15min
"Honest" Jack Sheppard
Dive into the captivating life of Jack Sheppard, an 18th-century London criminal who became a sensation for his audacious escapes from custody. His charismatic personality and audacity turned him into a folk hero in a city rife with social upheaval. Learn about the conditions that allowed his notoriety to flourish, and discover how he battled corrupt authorities until his eventual capture. The tale of 'Honest' Jack showcases the thin line between heroism and villainy in a turbulent era.
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May 19, 2025 • 15min
Emperor Diocletian
The podcast dives into the tumultuous mid-3rd century Roman Empire, highlighting Emperor Diocletian's transformative role. It explores his introduction of the Tetrarchy which centralized power and restored order amid chaos. Diocletian's ambitious economic reforms, including a new coinage system and the Edict on Maximum Prices, aimed to stabilize the economy, yet sparked a black market. The discussion also covers his autocratic leadership, persecution of Christians, and his unexpected abdication that shaped Rome's future.
