The History of...

Mr. Carter is a former minister and current high school English and drama teacher with a story to tell. He is incredibly wise and thoughtful, and this interview was a real treat. Let us know if you wo...

12 Sep 202032min

Beard trends have undulated over time. Being bearded and beardless both have positive and negative aspects. Thankfully, men today have more freedom and ways to shave – or not to shave – than ever. So ...

5 Sep 202015min

It's big in the fame. It's big in the money. It's big in the culture. It's football time, and it's The History of... episode 14. Listen to learn more. If you have any questions, comments, or topics y...

30 Aug 202015min

Today's dental implants are more advanced than ever, but false teeth were not always a clean, ordered, and precise craft. In fact, the history of dentures is quite strange and dark. Today's episode co...

22 Aug 202013min

Whether you’re a dog, cat, fish, bird, lizard, pig, bird-dog, or fur-baby person, all pet owners can agree that some animals just hold a special place in our hearts. If you have any questions, comme...

15 Aug 202014min

This episode is a peek into Robert, the pet peeved grammar policeman, and Emma's love of language. After listening to this episode, we hope you can fascinate your friends with the history of the words...

8 Aug 202013min

Take a moment and look down at your feet. There better be socks there. If not, we'll give you a pass, because at the time of this recording, it's summer. Sock clad or not, just think “What would my li...

1 Aug 202014min

One big thing we learned with this episode is that the internet was not a singular invention but an evolution - just like so many other curious foods, sports, holidays, and developments of history. Ne...

25 Jul 202022min