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.
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Mar 1, 2024 • 14min
The Battle of Cajamarca
Explore the Battle of Cajamarca in 1532, a small battle that changed Peru, Spain, and South America. Learn about the rise of the Incan Empire, Pizarro's conquest, the strategic ambush in Cajamarca, and the capture of the Incan ruler for ransom. Discover the trial, execution, and conquest that led to the decline of the Incan Empire and the enduring consequences of the Battle of Cajamarca on world history.
Feb 29, 2024 • 14min
Leap Years and Leap Day
Explore the origins and challenges of Leap Day, the significance of February 29th, evolution of calendars, impact on technology and legal jurisdictions, and the quirky traditions associated with leap years.
Feb 28, 2024 • 12min
What Were The First and Second Reichs? (Encore)
Delve into the history of the First and Second Reichs, leading up to Hitler's Third Reich in 1933. Explore the significance of the Holy Roman Empire and the emergence of the German Confederation. Learn about the creation of the German Empire in 1871 and its legacy, including discussions on the concept of a 'Fourth Reich'.
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Feb 27, 2024 • 13min
Stealth Technology
Explore the history and development of stealth technology, from radar innovations in World War II to the creation of stealth aircraft like the F-117 Nighthawk and B-2 Spirit. Learn about the evolving strategies and countermeasures in military operations to detect and counter stealth technology.
Feb 26, 2024 • 15min
Passports
Discover the evolution of passports from informal systems to international regulations. Explore the historical significance of passports, the impact of empires, and the role of train travel. Learn about the advancements in passport technology, types, and visa requirements worldwide. Dive into the essential role passports play in global mobility and travel restrictions.
Feb 25, 2024 • 12min
Cruciferous Vegetables
Delve into the origins of cruciferous vegetables, learned about how early humans never ate modern veggies like broccoli, cabbage, or Brussels sprouts, and how humans invented these foods. Explore the historical roots and evolution of cabbage, kale, broccoli, and cauliflower through selective breeding and cultural influences.
Feb 24, 2024 • 16min
The Tuskegee Airmen
Discover the remarkable story of the Tuskegee Airmen, a unit of African American aviators trained at Tuskegee Institute during WWII. Learn about their bravery, achievements in combat, and their vital role in advancing racial equality. Explore their struggles, triumphs, and lasting legacy.
Feb 23, 2024 • 12min
The 13th Amendment (Encore)
Explore the battle to abolish slavery with the 13th Amendment during the American Civil War. Learn about President Lincoln's political strategies, the hurdles to pass the amendment, and the historical impact of its ratification.
Feb 22, 2024 • 13min
Pearls
Explore the history and value of pearls, once only owned by royalty. Learn about their formation, rarity, and famous examples like Peregrina and Laotsoo. Discover how pearls have been harvested and their symbolism throughout time.
Feb 21, 2024 • 14min
Spanish-American War (Encore)
Explore the forgotten Spanish-American war of 1898, including its historical background, influential events like yellow journalism, American actions in battles, and the aftermath with territorial transfers and foreign policy impacts. Learn how this brief conflict shaped the course of history.
