Oh What A Time...

This week we're scanning the historic horizon to look at wondrous landmarks from down the ages. We'll be travelling to Peru to discuss Machu Picchu, you can expect a visit to the east coast of America to study the Brooklyn Bridge and finally, we're off to north-west London to hear about the creation of the British Empire Exhibition Stadium aka Wembley Stadium.And why not drop us an email on any of the following: 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!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're taking a look through history at the BIG THREE emergency services: Police, Fire Brigade and the Ambulance service (with all due respect to the Coastguard and to a lesser extent The AA). We'll talk through the origins of the police and fire brigade in Ancient Rome, plus how the ambulance developed across Europe's battlefields.All the usual features are back and ONE DAY TIME MACHINE has a twist this week: what three buttons are you choosing for your time machine? Can you better Elis' selections? Also feel free to sketch what your time machine looks like and we'll put the best ones on our instagram. To do any of that, just drop us a line at: 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!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A lively dive into famous plots from history, from the Gunpowder Plot and its dramatic discovery to how bonfire traditions evolved. A romp through Catherine the Great’s rise, marriage drama and cultural reforms. A playful look at Washington Irving’s publicity hoax that birthed Knickerbocker lore and lasting New York nicknames.

They explore bizarre and influential inventions like the ghostly player piano and how it captured performances. Nostalgic 90s crazes get a spotlight with the Tamagotchi phenomenon and retro toys. An unsettling look at the continuous-moving paternoster lift and why it changed city life. Lighthearted inventing gags and listener stories round out the tech-through-time tour.

Dive into the wild world of money as the hosts unravel the Dutch Tulip craze and the chaotic dot-com bubble, highlighting financial follies with humor. They also joke about the absurdity of time travel for investment strategies and share quirky anecdotes about modern living. Discover how the Rhondda Valley transformed from a rural area to a coal powerhouse, and laugh along with tales of cold showers and property woes. Plus, explore the financial stakes of Super Bowl ads while engaging with listeners for their insights.

This episode dives into the whimsical world of hot air balloons and medieval crafts, revealing the amusing struggles of blacksmiths and glassblowers. With a twist of imagination, they tackle the absurdities of time travel, exploring medieval navigation and hygiene with hilarious insights. Listeners share wartime balloon escape fantasies, sparking laughter over jousting mishaps and chaotic reenactments. The hosts celebrate listener correspondence, urging more funny stories and creative ideas for future discussions.

Dive into the intriguing world of the Victorians, where working-class folks munch on jellied eels and the upper crust parties hard. Discover the hilarious quirks of Victorian parenting and the madness of a legendary guitar duel between rock icons. Explore the chaotic lives of the middle class juggling social mobility and pressures, alongside paradoxes of strict morals clashing with hidden desires. The fun intertwines with modern reflections on class and wealth, leaving you with a laugh and some food for thought.

Dive into the quirky world of ancient and modern healthcare! Discover how our ancestors diagnosed diabetes with a simple look at urine and the bizarre headache cures of yesteryear. Relish in tales of historical remedies like trepanning, and the evolution of medical knowledge over time. The hosts also bring humor to family lineage and time-traveling food concepts, blending nostalgia with absurdity. Plus, a heartfelt revelation awaits: the show is far from over, thanks to the support of its delightful community!

This week’s discussion features hilarious and daring explorers tackling epic journeys. Hear about the chaotic race to the South Pole and Maurice Wilson's wild, ill-prepared climb up Everest. A humorous comparison of medieval mayhem and modern sports adds a playful twist. The conversation also dives into the fascinating life of William Morris and his impactful legacy. Spanning from 19th century Iceland to personal anecdotes, the hosts blend history, humor, and the spirit of adventure in a delightful exploration of what drives these adventurers.

This podcast episode explores random jobs from history, including news singers, professional knocker uppers, and clappers in 19th century France. The hosts also discuss time travel, hecklers during performances, and the significance of time in daily routines.