Banner 18: From Bill Russell to Jayson Tatum—The History of the Boston Celtics
In this episode of pplpod, we take a deep dive into the legendary history of the Boston Celtics, the franchise that holds the record for the most titles in NBA history. Join us as we trace the team’s ...
22 Feb 15min
Dizzy Gillespie: The Architect of Bebop & Afro-Cuban Jazz
In this episode of pplpod, we dive into the explosive life and legacy of John Birks "Dizzy" Gillespie, the virtuoso jazz trumpeter who revolutionized modern music. We trace his journey from Cheraw, So...
22 Feb 36min
The 39th Battalion: Ukraine’s Volunteer Defenders & The Battle of Ilovaisk
In this episode of pplpod, we uncover the history of the 39th Motorized Infantry Battalion (Ukraine), also known as "Dnipro-2". Formed in May 2014 as a volunteer territorial defense battalion in respo...
22 Feb 16min
Do Not Disturb: The Dark Side of Door Hangers & Direct Advertising
In this episode of pplpod, we unlock the surprising history behind the door hanger, that ubiquitous plastic sign hanging from your hotel room knob. We explore how these signs are used for everything f...
22 Feb 17min
Do You Love Me: Motown Origins, British Invasion Battles, and the Dirty Dancing Revival
In this episode of pplpod, we explore the fascinating history behind the Motown classic "Do You Love Me." Discover how legendary songwriter Berry Gordy originally intended the track for The Temptation...
22 Feb 39min
Allen Coombs: Architect of Colossus and British Computing Early Years
This biographical source details the life and career of Allen "Doc" Coombs, a prominent British electronics engineer and a pioneer in the field of early computing. After earning his doctorate, Coombs ...
22 Feb 18min
Wheeler Bryson Lipes: The Submarine Appendectomy Hero
This biographical entry outlines the life of Wheeler Bryson Lipes, a United States Navy officer renowned for performing a miraculous emergency appendectomy while submerged on a submarine during World ...
22 Feb 32min
Robert A. W. Lowndes: Architect of the Golden Pulps
This biographical entry documents the life and professional legacy of Robert A. W. Lowndes, a prominent American editor and writer within the science fiction and horror genres. A key member of the inf...
22 Feb 36min
