Uncovering the Greco-Illyrian Helmet: Ancient Greek Armor & Warfare
In this episode of pplpod, we dive into the fascinating history of the Illyrian type helmet, a staple of ancient Greek armor that actually boasts a slightly misleading name. Did you know that this ico...
2 Mar 30min
Unpacking the 2019 Dance Hit "Instagram" – David Guetta, Daddy Yankee & EDM Meets Reggaeton
Welcome to another episode of pplpod! Today, we are diving deep into the 2019 dance floor anthem, "Instagram." Released in July 2019 by the label Smash the House, this global collaboration brought tog...
2 Mar 38min
Breaking Point: The Brutal History of Pro Wrestling's "I Quit" Matches
Welcome back to pplpod! In this episode, we step into the ring to explore one of the most intense and humiliating stipulations in sports entertainment: the "I Quit" match. Unlike standard submission m...
2 Mar 47min
Ian Hummer: Princeton Basketball Legend & Global Hoops Journeyman
In this episode of pplpod, we dive into the life and career of Ian Hummer, an American-Azerbaijani professional basketball player currently competing for Hong Kong Eastern. We trace his early beginnin...
2 Mar 30min
Ornithopsis – The "Bird-Like" Sauropod and a Paleontological Rivalry
Welcome back to another episode of pplpod! Today, we are diving deep into the paleontology and history behind Ornithopsis, an extinct genus of sauropod dinosaur that roamed during the Early Cretaceous...
1 Mar 46min
The Life and Legacy of "Iron" Mike Sharpe – WWF's Legendary Jobber & "Canada's Greatest Athlete"
On this episode of pplpod, we dive into the fascinating life and professional wrestling career of Michael "Iron Mike" Sharpe, the man famously self-proclaimed as "Canada's greatest athlete". We explor...
1 Mar 34min
Roads in Italy – From Ancient Roman Roads to Modern Autostrade
In this episode of pplpod, we take a deep dive into the fascinating history and complex infrastructure of the roads in Italy. Did you know Italy was the first country in the world to build a motorway ...
1 Mar 42min
Exploring Alien Sex Fiend's 1986 Release, "It" the Album
Welcome back to another episode of pplpod! Today, we are taking a deep dive into "It" the Album, the critically acclaimed fourth studio album by the English rock band Alien Sex Fiend. Released in Octo...
28 Feb 28min
