Everything Everywhere Daily: History, Science, Geography & More

Gary Arndt
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Dec 14, 2020 • 7min

The World’s Oldest Democratic Body

If you happen to be in Valencia, Spain, on a Thursday, at noon, in front of the cathedral, you might be able to witness the oldest surviving democratic tradition on Earth. For over 1000 years the Valencia Water Tribunal has been adjudicating water disputes among the farmers of the region. Learn more about the Valencia Water Tribunal, the oldest continuous democratic body in the world, on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 13, 2020 • 8min

The Terrible Fate of Blanche Monnier

Born in 1849 in Poitiers, France, Balance Monnier was a beautiful young woman who was born into an aristocratic family. When she was 25 she suddenly disappeared. When people inquired as to her whereabouts, her family told them she had moved away. That was not what happened. Learn more about the terrible fate of Blanche Monnier on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 12, 2020 • 11min

Aluminum

Discover the fascinating journey of aluminum, once considered more valuable than gold. Explore how this elusive metal became a ubiquitous everyday essential. Delve into the pivotal advancements in production techniques that shifted aluminum from rarity to abundance. Learn about its historical significance and the profound impact it has had on society. It's a tale of transformation that changes our perspective on the materials we often take for granted.
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Dec 11, 2020 • 11min

Radiometric Dating

Ever wondered how scientists determine the age of ancient objects? This discussion dives into radiometric dating, uncovering the fascinating principles behind these techniques. Learn about carbon-14 dating, its formation, decay, and its role in measuring time. Discover alternative methods and the limitations of each approach, providing insights into how we understand our planet's history and geological timelines. It's a riveting journey through science that explains how we unravel the past!
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Dec 10, 2020 • 11min

The Man Who Didn't Want To Be Pope

On February 10, 2013, in what began as a rather innocuous assembly, Pope Benedict the XVI stunned the world by announcing that he would be retiring. Not only were people stunned, but to paraphrase King George in the Musical Hamilton, most people weren’t even aware that was something a pope could do. Yet, it is something popes can do, and the precedent was set over 700 years earlier. Learn more about Pope Celestine V, the man who really didn’t want to become pope. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 9, 2020 • 9min

Roman Concrete

There are lots of stories about lost technologies and techniques of the ancients which have been lost to us through history. In reality, most things were figured out independently by modern people, and we have better modern versions of almost everything the ancients had, including things like Damascus Steel. That is, except for one thing. Learn more about Roman Concrete, the stuff which has lasted over 2,000 years, on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 8, 2020 • 11min

The Mercator Projection

Discover the fascinating history of the Mercator Projection, a 16th-century map that revolutionized navigation but comes with major geographical distortions. Ever wondered why Greenland looks enormous on flat maps? This discussion highlights how different map projections can skew our perception of the world and emphasizes the significance of understanding each projection's limits. Explore the balance of benefits and challenges that come with this long-lasting mapping technique.
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Dec 7, 2020 • 11min

Picasso

He has been called the most famous artist of the 20th century. His work single-handedly defined an artistic style. He was more loved and criticized than any other artist in history. He created over 20,000 works, and legend says that he could pay for a meal with just his signature. Learn more about Pablo Picasso, Spains greatest artist, on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 6, 2020 • 11min

The Real Illuminati

Discover the intriguing origins of the Illuminati, established in 1776 by a Bavarian professor promoting Enlightenment ideals. Dive into the contrast between historical truths and modern myths, shedding light on how this secret society has morphed into a symbol of conspiracy theories. Learn about their rise and fall, and how they influenced major events like the French Revolution. Also, explore how popular culture has adopted and distorted their legacy, creating a paradox of a powerful yet fragmented organization.
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Dec 5, 2020 • 11min

The Voynich Manuscript

In 1912, a Polish rare book dealer purchased an extremely old codex that contained an unknown system of writing. Since then, the best and brightest minds in cryptography, linguistics, and artificial intelligence have not been able to decipher what is written in the book. That hasn’t stopped people from trying and periodically making claims that they have cracked the code. Learn more about the Voynich Manuscript on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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