SYMHC Classics: Andrew Crosse
This 2021 episode covers Andrew Crosse, who observed a strange thing happening on an electrified rock in his lab in the early 1800s, and was catapulted into the public spotlight.See omnystudio.com/lis...
3 Jan 34min
Behind the Scenes Minis: Bullet Journal Dinosaur
Holly and Tracy talk about the pros and cons of self-help writing and whether Ben Franklin would like bullet journaling. They then talk about a past trip they took to Walt Disney World. See omnystudio...
2 Jan 24min
New Year’s Eve Iguanodon Party
In 1853, a high-profile London dinner party was held inside a life-sized mold of an iguanodon. Research: Cain, Joe. “New Year’s Eve Dinner in the Iguanodon at Crystal Palace 31 December 1853.” https:...
31 Dec 202534min
Self-help Books Throughout History
The origins of self-help writing are often traced back to ancient times. This episode talks through some early versions of it, the goal-setting advice of a founding father, and the beginnings of the m...
29 Dec 202541min
SYMHC Classics: Paul Julius Reuter
This 2019 episode covers Paul Julius Reuter, who had a knack for filling in the gaps in communication systems, and making a lot of money doing so.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27 Dec 202533min
Behind the Scenes Minis: Journalism Carols
Holly talks about the ways Joseph Medill could be both problematic and surprising. Tracy shares her additional thoughts on the book about caroling she used during research that wasn't always about car...
26 Dec 202523min
William Sandys & English Christmas Carols
William Sandys was an antiquarian who published a collection of Christmas carols in the 19th century that turned out to be really influential. Research: Archambo, Shelley Batt. “The Development of th...
24 Dec 202542min
Joseph Medill
Joseph Medill was a powerhouse in 19th century journalism who made no attempt to conceal his bias when it came to political writing. He also had a fascinating second career due to a tragedy, when he b...
22 Dec 202538min
