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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Jun 17, 2024 • 14min
Charles Ponzi and His Scheme (Encore)
Discover the rise and fall of Charles Ponzi's fraudulent scheme, promising high returns to investors, attracting diverse clients including the Boston police, and ultimately facing legal battles, imprisonment, and deportation to Italy.
Jun 16, 2024 • 14min
The Danube River
Learn about the historical significance of the Danube River in Europe, its role in trade and agriculture, and how it has shaped empires and kingdoms. Explore the cultural importance of the river, visiting cities like Vienna, Budapest, and Belgrade. Discover why the Danube River remains a top tourist attraction in Europe.
Jun 15, 2024 • 14min
The History of the Toilet
Discover the evolution of toilets through ancient civilizations, the innovations from medieval times to the 19th century, and the impact of flush toilets on global sanitation efforts. Explore the history and myths surrounding modern toilet elements and the slow adoption of flush toilets after their introduction in 1851.
Jun 14, 2024 • 14min
Wu Zetian: China’s Only Female Emperor (Encore)
Listen to the intriguing story of Wu Zetian, China's only female emperor, who rose to power through cunning and ruthlessness in a male-dominated society. Explore her beauty, brilliance, and strategic maneuvers that led to her eventual claim to the throne.
Jun 13, 2024 • 15min
The US Occupation of the Philippines
Explore the 48-year US occupation of the Philippines, major wars, and social changes. Learn about the acquisition of territories, opposition to imperialism, and preparation for self-government. Dive into the road to Philippine independence, challenges faced, and significant milestones.
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Jun 12, 2024 • 15min
The Origins of Wine (Encore)
Exploring the historical roots of winemaking from grape cultivation to its significance in ancient cultures like the Hebrews, Greeks, Persians, and Romans. Discover the impact of Roman wine traditions and the enduring legacy of wine production post the Roman Empire's collapse. Learn about the historical evolution of wine production from the Golden Age of Islam to modernization post World War II. Explore the global recognition of New World wines and the growth of the wine industry.
Jun 11, 2024 • 16min
The War of 1812
Explore the conflicting agendas and lack of clear victory in the War of 1812 between the United States and Britain. Learn about the causes, including American desires for annexation, conflicts with Native Americans, trade restrictions, and impressment of American sailors. Discover the British retaliation, Battle of Baltimore, and Treaty of Ghent. Reflect on the Battle of New Orleans and the nationalistic impact on American and Canadian history.
Jun 10, 2024 • 15min
The History of Books
The podcast explores the history of books, from ancient clay tablets to modern digital formats. It discusses the evolution from scrolls to codexes, the transition from handwritten to print-on-demand book production, and the rise of e-books and E-ink technology. The definition of a 'book' has evolved over time in transmitting knowledge.
Jun 9, 2024 • 15min
College Sports
Discover the evolution of college sports from friendly competitions to a multibillion-dollar industry in the US. Explore the history of NCAA, athlete compensation, and the shift towards professionalism. Learn about the intersection of sports and education in American universities.
Jun 8, 2024 • 13min
Ninjas (Encore)
Delving into the truth behind ninja myths, their origins in Japan, evolution from warriors to spies, and debunking misconceptions with historical insights and rare ancient texts.
