Oh What A Time...27 Nov 2023

#20 The Coast

This week we're heading for the coast to discover the story behind the birth of modern weather forecasting. We're also off to learn about the world's first lighthouse: the Great Lighthouse of Alexandria. Elis will be bringing some coals to Newcastle. And there's also a 4th part to this one (explain that in a second!) which is the real 4th emergency service: THE COASTGUARD.As we mention in the show, we've launched a subscription! With a subscription you'll get the 4th part of every episode, ad-free listening, get episodes a week ahead of everyone else and get a bonus episode every month! (We'll also make sure you get first dibs on tickets to any live shows)Subscriptions are available here:anotherslice.com/ohwhatatimeAnd via the Apple podcast app (just go to our show page).We'll also have a Spotify subscription available imminently.For the options you can also go to: ohwhatatime.comAnd you know the drill: Interesting relatives? Prove an interesting fact to someone in 500AD? Historic jobs that are easy? ONE DAY TIME MACHINE? Send us your thoughts by emailing: hello@ohwhatatime.comAaannnd if you like it, why not drop us a review in your podcast app of choice?Oh and please follow us on Twitter at @ohwhatatimepodAnd Instagram at @ohwhatatimepodAnd thank you to Dr Daryl Leeworthy for his help with this week’s research.Thank you to Dan Evans for the artwork (idrawforfood.co.uk).And thank you for listening! We’ll see you next week! (Or get next week's episode now if you fancy subscribing!!)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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