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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Jul 6, 2024 • 14min
How to Lie With Statistics
Discover how statistics can be manipulated to deceive, from research fraud to common statistical issues impacting finance, health, and public opinion. Dive into the challenges of nutritional surveys and the importance of replicating results for accurate statistical conclusions.
Jul 5, 2024 • 17min
Questions and Answers: Volume 20
Discover the origins of the month of July, named after Julius Caesar, and how subsequent emperors continued to honor his legacy. Explore topics like electricity, germ theory, and educational approaches. Get insights on podcasting, extreme temperatures, favorite painters, and potential projects for the show.
Jul 4, 2024 • 14min
The Declaration of Independence (Encore)
Explore the reasons behind the Declaration of Independence and its historical context, journey towards American independence, intricate steps in its creation and preservation, and its political impact throughout history.
Jul 3, 2024 • 15min
Broadway
Explore the evolution of Broadway, its historical significance, and the diverse range of performances showcased. Learn about the roots of theater in New York City, the growth of Broadway post-Civil War, and the association with Times Square. Discover the trends in Broadway shows, from short runs to elaborate spectacles, and insights into the financial aspects and Tony Awards criteria.
Jul 2, 2024 • 15min
Thorium (Encore)
Discover the history and properties of Thorium, its role in early gas lamps, and how it could be a clean energy source for nuclear power. Explore the advantages of Thorium over uranium and the resurgence of interest in thorium power worldwide.
Jul 1, 2024 • 14min
The Abdication of Edward VIII
Learn about the scandalous abdication of King Edward VIII in 1936, the constitutional crisis it caused, and the rise of a new royal line. Discover the intrigue surrounding his decision to marry an American divorcee, and the lasting legacy of this tumultuous event.
Jun 30, 2024 • 11min
The Drake Equation (Encore)
Astronomer Frank Drake discusses the groundbreaking Drake Equation from a 1961 conference on the search for extraterrestrial life. They explore the equation's components, the Rare Earth Hypothesis, and the uncertainties in estimating variables.
Jun 29, 2024 • 14min
The North Africa Campaign
Learn about the pivotal North Africa Campaign in World War II, exploring battles, key figures like General Rommel, and the British counter-offensive. Discover the American participation, including the Battle of Kazarin Pass and successful Allied operations capturing Tunis and Bizerta. Dive into the Allied victory, surrender of Axis forces, and strategic advantages gained for future invasions in Sicily and Italy.
Jun 28, 2024 • 15min
Corn aka Maize
Discover the journey of corn, from its origins in southern Mexico to becoming a global agricultural staple post the Columbian Exchange. Learn about its cultural significance, impact on various industries, and its status as the most produced crop in the world.
Jun 27, 2024 • 16min
Gregor MacGregor and the Biggest Scam in History
Gregor MacGregor, known for one of the biggest scams in history, lured people with promises of land in the New World, leading to financial ruin and stranded immigrants. Learn about his deceitful schemes and the disastrous consequences faced by those who fell for his elaborate con.
