

the memory palace
Nate DiMeo
the memory palace
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May 2, 2024 • 13min
Hazel, Mark, and a One-Time Juliet
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Traffico from Carlo Rustichelli's score to Divorzio All'Italiana and Una Braveta, from his score to Amici Miei.
Tema Grottesco from Giovanni Fusco's score to L'avventura.
Gloving it from Moondog.
Musica Bionda from the score to The Sweet Body of Deborah
The Peter Thomas Sound Orchestra plays Natascha from the score to The Perfect Marriage.
Waltz from the Brendan Eder Ensemble
Christa Schonfeldinger plays Grieg's Smarthold - der Kobold, on the glass armonica.
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Apr 18, 2024 • 20min
Episode 216: Awake
Exploring the craze of sleeplessness and endurance feats in mid-20th century America, the podcast dives into the haunting effects of sleep deprivation on a DJ attempting a world record. The chapter discusses the consequences of extreme sleep deprivation studies and teases upcoming events and promotions in the podcast.

Apr 4, 2024 • 13min
Episode 215: An Eighth Wonder
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Momento Ritmico and Papete aru by Piero Umiliani
Opus 13 from Sven Libaek's score to The Set
French Doll by Larry Ashmore and David Francis
The wonderful Sewentuwa by Hailu Meriga
Wave I by Elor Saxl
Green by Hiroshi Yoshimura
NotesI originally learned about the Elephantine Colossus years ago in David McCullough's Brooklyn... and How it Got That Way, which still holds up.
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Mar 21, 2024 • 17min
Episode 214: Newsboy
Explore the captivating life of Floyd Collins, a cave explorer trapped underground, and the national spotlight on his rescue. Dive into the tragic stories of Collins and Lee Bible. Follow the inspiring musical journey of blind songwriter Andy Jenkins, creating event songs based on real tragedies.

Mar 7, 2024 • 12min
Episode 213: The Light and the Spirits
Delve into the deception of the Davenport Brothers and the Spiritualism craze in 19th century. Explore the influence of gaslight on spiritualism and how it affected beliefs in ghosts. Discover the mystery behind the strange event involving musical instruments and bound teenagers in 1855 lower Manhattan.

Feb 11, 2024 • 13min
Episode 212: David Mills
David Mills, a person featured in a New Yorker article about the challenges of keeping time on the internet, discusses his pioneering work in developing the program that allowed computers to share time on the internet. The podcast explores his impact on our daily lives and digital records. The speaker also touches on their decision to use a newsletter to keep listeners informed about upcoming events and releases.

Jan 14, 2024 • 18min
Episode 211: Cutting and Ned
Explore the journey of Jay Ambrose Cutting, from inventing the amber type photographic technique to pioneering aquariums in North America. Learn about his challenges when his aquarium turned into a circus. Explore the grandeur of Barnum's American Museum and the sensational fire rescue of a seal named Ned. Discover the uncertain fate of Ned the learned seal and a verifiable sighting at the Fulton Market.

Dec 23, 2023 • 9min
Smoky and Bill, a Holiday Card
A heartwarming holiday story set during WWII, following the bond between a soldier named Bill and his loyal dog Smokey as they navigate their experiences during Christmas and bring joy to a woman named Grace.

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Dec 1, 2023 • 18min
Episode 210: Smoky and Bill
Learn about the history of Yorkshire Terriers and the heartwarming story of an American soldier who finds a tiny dog in a foxhole. Explore Bill's deep connection with dogs and his experiences in World War II. Discover the struggles and friendship between Bill and Smokey in the war zone of Papua New Guinea. Follow their heartwarming bond as they spread joy and comfort, and their adventures both during and after the war.

Nov 17, 2023 • 18min
Episode 120: The Prairie Chicken in Wisconsin: Highlights of a Study of Counts, Behavior, Turnover, Movement, and Habita
The host discusses the completion of a Memory Palace book and promises exclusive stories. Frances rebels against her mother and creates a secret garden. Frances recalls her unconventional adventures and desire for fame. A girl finds solace in secrets and dreams, facing flunking college and becoming a model. The charm of everyday moments and stargazing, and the importance of Radiotopia donations.


