Everything Everywhere Daily: History, Science, Geography & More

Gary Arndt
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Sep 26, 2020 • 11min

Isambard Kingdom Brunel

In 2002 the BBC did a poll where they named the top 100 Britons in history. It had many people you have probably heard of, including Isaac Newton, Princess Diana, John Lenon, and Queen Victoria. The person who was ranked #2, however, is someone that many people outside of the UK might not have heard of. Yet, he really is one of the most important people when it came to the development of the modern world. Learn more about Isambard Kingdom Brunel on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 25, 2020 • 8min

Point Nemo

Have you wanted to get away from it all? I mean really, really, really, REALLY get away from it all? Then I have got the place for you. Point Nemo. Point Nemo is literally the most remote place on planet Earth. Learn more about Point Nemo and other poles of inaccessibility on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 24, 2020 • 11min

Potpourri Vol II: The Frozen Four

Once again it is time to investigate the stories which are interesting, but not big enough to justify their own show. It is time for another potpourri episode. This time the common theme is cold, ice, and frozen temperatures. These stories may seem unbelievable but are true. As true as the Stark Family motto that Winter is Coming. With that, join me in this second potpourri edition of Everything Everywhere Daily. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 23, 2020 • 14min

The Global Positioning System

Discover the fascinating world of GPS technology and its impact on our daily lives. Explore its evolution from a military tool to a civilian essential, shaped by historical milestones like Sputnik 1. Uncover the mechanics behind how satellites pinpoint our locations with remarkable accuracy. Finally, dive into the future of navigation, examining not just GPS, but also alternative systems and the implications of relying too heavily on one technology. It's a deep dive into the digital map that guides us all.
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Sep 22, 2020 • 9min

All Roads Lead To Rome

You have probably heard the expression “All roads lead to Rome”. Well, it isn’t just a pithy saying to reference how you can take many paths to reach the same goal. It has a very literal meaning and its origin comes from a monument that still, sort of, exists in Rome today. Learn more about the Milliarium Aureum on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 21, 2020 • 9min

The Lykov Family

In 1978, a Soviet helicopter pilot flying over the forests of Siberia made an incredible discovery. Not far from the border of Mongolia, up the side of a mountain, he saw a clearing and signs of human habitation. The location was far removed from any other humans. In fact, it was almost 250 kilometers to the nearest human settlement. What they found there was astonishing. Learn more about the incredible Lykov Family on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 20, 2020 • 9min

Nijmegen: The City That Remembers

Located approximately 100km east of Rotterdam, the city of Nijmegen is a mid-sized Dutch city situated on the Waal river that few people outside of the Netherlands are familiar with. For the last several years, every single day regardless of the weather, people of Nijmegen have honored events that took place in the city 76 years ago. Learn more about the city of Nijmegen and the daily Sunset March on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 19, 2020 • 10min

The Discovery of Fire

Discover the critical role fire played in human evolution, marking a defining moment that set us apart from our primate cousins. Learn how mastering fire not only transformed daily life but also enhanced our survival and social structures. Delve into the fascinating link between fire use, brain development, and dietary changes that fueled human intelligence. Explore the journey from scavenging natural flames to creating fire, a pivotal advancement that shaped the path to modern civilization.
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Sep 12, 2020 • 9min

Potpourri Volume I: Survival

In the course of doing research for shows, I often come across interesting facts that wouldn’t really make for an entire episode. They are really interesting, but I’m not sure how I could turn it into even a short daily podcast like this one. So, the solution was to create an episode where I could just randomly put all these loose ends together. With that, I bring to you my first potpourri show, on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 11, 2020 • 10min

The History of the Dollar as a Currency

The currency in the United States is the dollar. You probably already knew that. It is also the name of the currency in over 20 other countries including Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore. What is a dollar exactly, and why is that the name of the currency in these countries? Learn more about the history of the dollar on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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