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
Mentioned books
15 snips
Dec 13, 2024 • 16min
Women's Suffrage
The journey toward women's suffrage reveals a rich history of struggle and perseverance. From limited voting rights in Ancient Greece to the pivotal moments of the 19th century, this narrative showcases the cultural and philosophical shifts that ignited the suffrage movement. Key events like the Seneca Falls Conference, alongside royal connections, played a crucial role. Celebrating milestones such as the ratification of the 19th Amendment highlights the global push for equality and the transformational societal changes achieved through relentless advocacy.
6 snips
Dec 12, 2024 • 15min
Prisoners of War and the Geneva Conventions
Discover the crucial role of the Geneva Convention in defining ethical standards for the treatment of prisoners of war. Explore the grim history of POW treatment, from ancient brutality to the emergence of humane practices. Learn how significant milestones shaped modern protections and influenced organizations like the Red Cross. Uncover the complexities surrounding enforcement and the challenges of ensuring compliance, using historical examples such as the Vietnam War to highlight the ongoing relevance of these humanitarian principles.
7 snips
Dec 11, 2024 • 17min
The Korean War
Delve into the tumultuous history of the Korean War, which emerged just five years after World War II. Discover how Japan's occupation and subsequent geopolitical divisions set the stage for conflict. Explore the contrasting paths of North and South Korea, leading up to the dramatic invasion in 1950. Unpack the military strategies, including the pivotal Incheon landing, and witness the complex involvement of global powers. Despite the 1953 armistice, learn why tensions in the region remain unresolved.
Dec 10, 2024 • 13min
The Silk Road (Encore)
Discover the historical significance of the Silk Road, where diverse cultures connected through intricate trade routes. Explore the challenges traders faced, from treacherous terrains to banditry, and the vital role of caravanserais. Uncover the dynamic trade that flourished under the Mongol Empire and the legendary travels of Marco Polo. Learn how goods, ideas, and religions exchanged hands, shaping civilizations and fostering cultural interconnectedness, all while witnessing the factors leading to its eventual decline.
5 snips
Dec 9, 2024 • 16min
CDs, DVDs, and Blu Ray
Discover the fascinating journey of optical discs, starting from the launch of the compact audio disc in 1982 by Philips and Sony. Explore how technology evolved from CDs to DVDs and Blu-ray, driven by advancements in laser tech. In a world dominated by streaming, delve into why physical media still holds its ground, highlighting quality and content availability. The discussion reveals the challenges faced by optical media in the digital age while celebrating its niche audience.
6 snips
Dec 8, 2024 • 15min
The Plans for a US/Canadian War
Discover the fascinating historical complexities of U.S.-Canadian relations and how war was once a real possibility. Delve into a 19th-century scheme for invasion and a Canadian officer's unexpected defense strategy. Explore the military planning, including War Plan Red, and consider the cultural reflections on a hypothetical conflict. With tensions rooted in economic struggles and evolving national identities, this discussion reveals how humor has transformed perceptions of a potential war between these neighboring nations.
Dec 7, 2024 • 15min
The Julio-Claudian Dynasty
Dive into the tumultuous world of Rome's first imperial family, where power struggles and family rivalries reign supreme. Discover how Julius Caesar's legacy set the stage for Octavius’s rise as Augustus and the dramatic reigns of Tiberius and Caligula. Uncover the betrayals that marked Nero's ascent and the chaos that followed his downfall. Explore the instability of the Roman Empire during the Year of the Four Emperors, showcasing the Senate's struggle without a clear successor and the gripping intrigue that defined the Julio-Claudian dynasty.
8 snips
Dec 6, 2024 • 14min
Black Holes (Encore)
Dive into the fascinating yet eerie world of black holes, where gravity's pull creates the universe's most powerful phenomena. Explore the transformation of stars under gravitational forces and uncover the mysterious lifecycle that leads to black holes. Delve into their unique characteristics, like singularities and event horizons, while grappling with the tension between general relativity and quantum mechanics. The cosmic implications of these enigmatic giants will leave you questioning what we really know about the universe.
Dec 5, 2024 • 16min
The White House
Discover the intriguing history of the White House, from its humble beginnings as a presidential residence to its evolution over the centuries. Dive into the fascinating construction stories, including design debates and the impact of the War of 1812. Learn how renovations transformed the interior and how the White House became a living museum and an enduring symbol of American democracy. Revel in tales of notable occupants, especially the unforgettable inaugural party of Andrew Jackson that set the stage for its vibrant legacy.
Dec 4, 2024 • 15min
The Electrical Grid
Dive into the intricate world of our electrical grids! Discover how electricity fuels modern civilization and the complexities behind its generation, transmission, and safety. From the essential role of substations to the debate between overhead and underground lines, each aspect reveals both challenges and solutions. Plus, explore the future of our aging infrastructure and the pressing need for modernization to combat potential cyber threats. This discussion illuminates how fragile yet vital our power systems truly are.
