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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Sep 25, 2023 • 14min
Introduction to Rocks and Minerals
Discover the significance of rocks and minerals in the universe. Learn about their formation, differences, and identification methods. Explore the categories of minerals and rocks, including the rock cycle. Uncover the process of tectonic plate subduction and the beauty of minerals found in impressive museum collections.
Sep 24, 2023 • 12min
The History of Chocolate (Encore)
Discover the origins of chocolate in Central America and its transformation into a beloved treat. Explore the domestication and spread of the cacao plant, its significance to the Mayans, and its use as currency. Learn about the bitter taste of early chocolate, the use of slave labor on cacao plantations, and technological advancements in chocolate production. Dive into innovations, partnerships, and popular companies that shaped the development of solid chocolate. Explore the global market of chocolate and debunk common misconceptions.
Sep 23, 2023 • 13min
The Incredible Life of Nellie Bly
Explore the life of Nellie Bly, a pioneer in investigative journalism and travel writing. From her early career advocating for women's job opportunities to her undercover investigation in a women's lunatic asylum, Nellie Bly made a lasting impact on journalism and sparked reforms in the asylum system.
Sep 22, 2023 • 14min
Emperor Maximillian I of Mexico
Learn about Emperor Maximilian I of Mexico, a member of the Hapsburg dynasty, who arrived in Mexico and quickly became the emperor. Delve into Mexico's history leading up to Maximilian's reign, the emergence of a potential Mexican monarchy, and the Reform War and European intervention. Explore Maximilian's controversial reign, downfall, and execution, as well as his lasting legacy in Mexican history.
Sep 21, 2023 • 14min
The Battle of Milvian Bridge (Encore)
A discussion about the Battle of Milvian Bridge and its lasting impact on the world. The podcast explores the historical context, the implementation of the Tetrarchy system, Constantine's conversion to Christianity, and the rise of Christianity in the Roman Empire.
Sep 20, 2023 • 13min
Operation Market Garden
Learn about Operation Market Garden, a bold and audacious plan by an Allied commander in World War II to quickly end the war. Explore the challenges faced by the Allies after D-Day, the risks involved in the operation, and the ultimate failure. Discover the reasons behind Montgomery's advance into the Netherlands and Germany, the obstacles encountered, and the initial success. Delve into the difficulties faced in the Netherlands, the sacrifices made, and the failed attempt to capture the bridge at Arnhem. Reflect on the impact of Operation Market Garden on the overall mission and its depiction in popular culture.
Sep 19, 2023 • 14min
Paella
Explore the complex and fascinating history of paella, Spain's national dish. Discover its origins from Roman and Islamic influences, its evolution into a beloved meal for rice field laborers, and its role in Spanish identity. Uncover the secrets and traditions of paella, including debates over ingredients and the significance of socorat. Learn about variations like black paella and online communities dedicated to the dish. Explore the roots of paella in rice-based dishes from South Asia and the Middle East.
Sep 18, 2023 • 14min
The Big Year
Explore the world of birdwatching with the concept of 'big year' where enthusiasts compete to view and count as many bird species as possible in a year. Learn about the rules and accomplishments of the Big Year birding competition, and discover the fascinating intricacies of participating in a big year, including record-breaking achievements and international adoption.
Sep 17, 2023 • 11min
William Marshall: The Greatest Knight in History (Encore)
Explore the fascinating world of medieval tournaments and the legendary knight William Marshall. From his rise to becoming a renowned knight, to his unwavering loyalty to the crown, discover the triumphs and legacy of the greatest knight in history.
Sep 16, 2023 • 14min
The Northwest Passage
European explorers pursued myths like the Fountain of Youth, but the Northwest Passage was a reality. This episode explores its discovery, challenges faced, and potential as a navigational route in the future.
