Everything Everywhere Daily: History, Science, Geography & More

Gary Arndt
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Jan 15, 2024 • 13min

The History of Pasta

There is a very good chance that many of you listening have had pasta, maybe within the last week. Pasta is a simple, affordable food that comes in a wide variety of forms. It can be served with almost anything and in a wide variety of styles. Despite its current global nature, pasta is a food that originated in Italy……or did it?Learn more about pasta, how it originated, and how it spread around the world on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily.SponsorsBetterHelpVisit BetterHelp.com/everywhere today to get 10% off your first monthButcherBoxSign up today at butcherbox.com/daily and use code daily to choose your free steak for a year and get $20 off." Subscribe to the podcast! https://link.chtbl.com/EverythingEverywhere?sid=ShowNotes--------------------------------Executive Producer: Charles DanielAssociate Producers: Peter Bennett & Cameron Kieffer Become a supporter on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/everythingeverywhereUpdate your podcast app at newpodcastapps.comDiscord Server: https://discord.gg/UkRUJFhInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everythingeverywhere/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/everythingeverywheredailyTwitter: https://twitter.com/everywheretripWebsite: https://everything-everywhere.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jan 14, 2024 • 12min

Swiss Mercenaries (Encore)

Discover the feared and in-demand Swiss mercenaries during the Renaissance, known for their victories, deadly pike formations, and reputation as fierce warriors. Learn about their rise and decline with the introduction of gunpowder weapons and the role of the Swiss Guard in protecting the Pope.
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Jan 13, 2024 • 13min

Alternative Forms of Space Flight

This podcast explores alternative forms of space flight beyond chemical fuel rockets, including nuclear thermal rockets and solar sails. It discusses the potential of collecting fuel in interstellar space for acceleration and mentions the importance of ion thrusters for space exploration.
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Jan 12, 2024 • 14min

Human Life Expectancy

Explore the evolution of human life expectancies over time, from the Paleolithic Age to present day. Discover the impact of agriculture, violence, and disease on life expectancy. Learn about advancements in medicine, vaccines, and improvements in working conditions that have led to increased life expectancy. Find out how energy usage and standards of living have contributed to longer lifespans in developing countries.
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Jan 11, 2024 • 15min

The Last of the Romanovs (Encore)

This podcast explores the fate of the Romanov family, the last rulers of the Russian Empire, including their abdication, house arrest, and grizzly execution. It also delves into the controversy surrounding their deaths, the later identification of their remains, and the question of who is the rightful heir to the Romanov dynasty.
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Jan 10, 2024 • 15min

LEDs: Light Emitting Diodes

Discover the history of artificial lighting, from the inefficient incandescent bulb to the development of energy-efficient LEDs. Learn about the working principles of LEDs, including the breakthrough in creating visible light LEDs. Explore the challenges faced in the development of LEDs and the advancements in micro LED technology, with its potential benefits and current limitations.
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Jan 9, 2024 • 13min

The Maginot Line

Explore the creation, origins, and failure of the Maginot Line, a defensive fortification built by France after World War I to protect against invasion. Delve into the debate, construction, and features of the technologically advanced Line. Discover how the Line ultimately failed in World War II and its costly impact on France's military budget.
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Jan 8, 2024 • 13min

Everything You Need to Know About Petroleum (Encore)

Exploring the ancient use and composition of petroleum, the history of the petroleum industry, the process of locating and extracting crude oil, and the global significance of petroleum products.
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Jan 7, 2024 • 14min

Trial By Combat (Encore)

Discover the historical practice of trial by combat, its portrayal in Game of Thrones, and its surprising existence today. Learn about its origins, evolution, and its role in the formation of the Holy Roman Empire. Explore the distinction between trial by combat and dueling, the Church's opposition, and notable cases. Dive into the story of a famous duel in France and reflect on its significance. Uncover the legality and rare historical practice of trial by combat in Great Britain and the United States.
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Jan 6, 2024 • 14min

Questions and Answers: Volume 14

Discover the mythology of the Roman god Janus and listener questions. Topics include college sports, New Year celebrations, programming, encounters with explorers, empires, chocolate bars, burnout, AI in podcasting, dinner parties, understanding baseball, reflections on past episodes, and addressing corrections.

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