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The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and Families

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Mick Sullivan

A History Podcast for Kids! Parents love us, Teachers love us, and most importantly, kids do too! History can be amazing, inspiring and relevant to anyone. We love to share the stories of Spies, funny foods, George Washington's foibles, early advancements in cartooning and ballooning and much more! A professional music score and important songs accompany nearly every themed episode. Proud Kids Listen Member @pastandcurious

#122

Bone Wars and The Ghost Town Rhyolite

Our 99th Episode! This episode features the narration talents of musician Will Oldham, also known as Bonnie Prince Billy. Will tells the story of Rhyolite, a town once founded in Death Valley after the discovery of gold by Frank "Shorty" Harris. Today it is a ghost town. But first, Mick tells the story of the Bone Wars, when Othniel Charles Marsh and Edward Drinker Cope should have gotten along, but didn't. Still, they made some major paleontology and dinosaur discoveries. Stories written by Mick Sullivan, with editorial help from Will Oldham. Music arranged and performed by Mick Sullivan. ... Read more

30 Oct 2024

37 MINS

37:09

30 Oct 2024

#121

A Very Special Desk - an Election Season Special Episode

The Resolute Desk is a fixture in the Oval Office. American Presidents have used it during some of the country's most pivotal moments. But what does the Resolute Desk have to do with England's dangerous expeditions into the Arctic in the 1800s? Find out on this episode - and learn about ghost ships, the search for the Northwest Passage, and a gift in honor of international friendship and diplomacy. This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/PCPOD and get on your way to being your best self. ... Read more

17 Oct 2024

27 MINS

27:39

17 Oct 2024

#120

Microscopes and Telescopes

Episode 98 goes to the Netherlands. There is something remarkable about the Dutch when it comes to glass lenses and scientific tools. Maybe Hans Lippershay invented the telescope. Maybe it was some kids in his town. Or maybe it was one of two other guys who seem to have come up with the idea at the same time and place. And as far as microscopes go, a dutch man named Antonie von Leeuwenhoek got obsessed with microscopes. He is remembered as the father of microbiology. ... Read more

30 Sep 2024

36 MINS

36:37

30 Sep 2024

#119

I Scream for Ice Cream

Episode 97 is all about ice cream. Eat it anytime of year - it's a treat that we might take for granted today. It used to be expensive, impossible, or potentially dangerous. From George Washington to Edmund Albius to Nancy Johnson to the Hokey Pokey Man, the stories around ice cream are richer than double chocolate chunk. ... Read more

31 Aug 2024

31 MINS

31:57

31 Aug 2024

#118

No Chill - Pioneers in Ice

Episode 96 is all about Ice - in preparation for our following episode about Ice Cream. Boston's Frederic Tudor became the "Ice King" by taking ice to places in the world where it had never been before. But it wasn't easy Dr. John Gorrie was looking for ways to care for the sick and became one of the first humans to make ice himself. It sparked a cool revolution. ... Read more

16 Aug 2024

29 MINS

29:44

16 Aug 2024

#117

International Games: Field of Cloth of Gold and Olympic Marathon

Episode 95 covers two great stories of international competition. First, The Field of Cloth and Gold was a historic summit that brought together Henry VIII and Francis I with the hopes of peace, competition, and maybe a bit of wrestling. Second, the 1904 Olympics put a Cuban runner named Felix Carvajal on the map. He didn't win the Olympic marathon, but his spirit made him the winner among the crowds who saw him. ... Read more

29 Jul 2024

35 MINS

35:57

29 Jul 2024

#116

Park People

Minerva Hoyt was a wealthy socialite who loved to escape to the desert of California and sleep in the sand. Her hard work and dedication in convincing people about the value of the desert led to preservation of today's Joshua Tree National Park. Col. Charles Young was born before the end of the Civil War and he would go on to be the third Black graduate from West Point Military Academy. When the Buffalo Soldiers under his command were put in charge of Sequoia National Park he became the first Black superintendent of a National Park. ... Read more

28 Jun 2024

36 MINS

36:59

28 Jun 2024

#115

Bad Milk

Episode 93: Milk has been a lot of things through the years, but it was often poisonous, spoiled or both. Learn about how far we've come in making milk safe, and who may or may not have helped us get to the root cause of what was making milk dangerous. From Dr. Anna Bixby and the mystery of Milk Sickness to Gail Borden who invented condensed milk, it's been a long road to your grocery store. ... Read more

27 May 2024

38 MINS

38:00

27 May 2024

#114

Donuts and Cheese

Did Captain Hanson Gregory invent the donut? Did the Lord Mayor of Nottingham get trucked by a truckle of cheese during the Nottingham Cheese Riots of 1766? Find out in this very special episode. ... Read more

29 Apr 2024

36 MINS

36:03

29 Apr 2024

#113

Librarians!

Episode 91 is about Anne Carrol Moore and The Western Library! Anne Carroll Moore is one of history's most important children's librarians, but not everyone is in love with her legacy. She still changed the world, and mostly for the better. And Louisville, Kentucky's Western Library is the first library in America built for, and staffed by African-Americans and it became a training ground for many librarians around the country. ... Read more

29 Mar 2024

36 MINS

36:58

29 Mar 2024

#112

The Meatshower Part Two (Electric Burgoo)

In The Meatshower Part 2 (Electric Burgoo) the saga continues. Originally we aired a segment in 2019 to coincide with Mick's book "The Meatshower: The Mostly True Tale of an Odd and (Somewhat) Edible Occurrence," and since then, new information has come to light. A man named Frank Reiser has come into possession of a new specimen from the unusual 1876 phenomenon. We have an exclusive interview with Frank, and share the story of how he found it, what it means, and what we can learn from it. Also included in this episode is The Meatshower Part 1 - in case you missed it, or if you would like to listen again! ... Read more

02 Mar 2024

33 MINS

33:55

02 Mar 2024

#111

What Time Is It?

Episode 89 looks into the origin of time zones in America and Daylight Saving across the globe. There's bugs, sunburns, train crashes, dropping timeballs, and smashed pocket watches. ... Read more

25 Feb 2024

33 MINS

33:55

25 Feb 2024

#110

Forten and Frank

Episode 88 features two incredible Black Americans who were friends born in the 18th Century. James Forten (1766-1842) was a Revolutionary War Veteran who owned one of America's most successful sail-making companies. He was also influential abolitionist and early Civil Rights leader. His friend Francis "Frank" Johnson (1792-1844) was an equally influential musician. When he published his original piece of music "Bingham's Cotillion" he became the first published Black musician in American History. The European and American tours his band made also made history. Hear recent recordings of his music on the Museum of the American Revolution's website: [https://www.amrevmuseum.org/the-music-of-francis-johnson-a-soundtrack-to-antebellum-black-philadelphia] (https://www.amrevmuseum.org/the-music-of-francis-johnson-a-soundtrack-to-antebellum-black-philadelphia) Thanks to Sponsor Green Chef. Go to greenchef.com/60CURIOUS and use code 60CURIOUS to 60% off, plus 20% off your next two months. ... Read more

29 Jan 2024

35 MINS

35:43

29 Jan 2024

#109

Potatoes and Rocks

Episode 87: Potatoes and Rocks It’s our annual end-of-year episode dedicated to toys and we have some fun with Mr. Potato Head and Pet Rocks. From the first toy on a commercial to the earthiest fad, you might soon find yourself out digging in the dirt in search of one natural new friend or another! ... Read more

28 Dec 2023

31 MINS

31:11

28 Dec 2023

#108

Walt and Dr. Mary

Walt Whitman was inspired after hearing Ralph Waldo Emerson speak, and self-published a book of poems he would continue updating for his entire life. When not writing poetry, he worked as a nurse during the Civil War, and published some unusual exercise advice. Dr. Mary Edwards Walker is the ONLY woman in American history to be awarded the Medal of Honor. Her efforts during the Civil War were unmatched, but recognition has been hard to come by for her story. ... Read more

28 Nov 2023

34 MINS

34:15

28 Nov 2023

#107

Listen Now: ‘Tis The Grinch Holiday Talk Show

Cuddly as a cactus and charming as an eel, he’s your new favorite snarky talk show host. Join The Grinch (and his faithful dog Max) each week as he rants against Christmas cheer and roasts celebrity guests like chestnuts on an open fire. Starring Saturday Night Live’s James Austin Johnson as the notorious curmudgeon and broadcasting straight from Who-Ville, will The Grinch send these famous folks back down Mt. Crumpit, or will they soften his stance against Christmas and grow his heart three sizes? Grab your hot cocoa and cozy slippers and listen along to find out! Listen to ‘Tis The Grinch Holiday Talk Show: [https://wondery.com/shows/the-grinch/] (https://wondery.com/shows/the-grinch/) ... Read more

15 Nov 2023

05 MINS

05:17

15 Nov 2023

#106

In A Cave

Stephen Bishop was an enslaved man who became one of the most famous tour guides in the world. His unusual grave stands near Mammoth Cave National Park. Josie Laures joined a team to spend months in isolation in a cave, in the name of science! ... Read more

30 Oct 2023

34 MINS

34:05

30 Oct 2023

#105

Walkin' (Part Two)

Episode 84 is more tales of walking. Meet competitive and record setting pedestrians like Robert Barclay Allardice, Ada Anderson, Edward Payson Weston, and Haitian-American walking super-star Frank Hart. Also hear about two pedestrians who built entire homes with things found on their walks. Simeon Ellerton in England, and Ferdinand Cheval in France. ... Read more

12 Oct 2023

33 MINS

33:06

12 Oct 2023

#104

Walkin' (Part One)

Episode 83 features the stories of two unusual men who walked a lot. One was a mysterious man in Northeastern America who spoke to nearly no one for years, despite walking a monthlong circular path. He was known as The Old Leatherman. Also, hear the story of Oxekula a man who boarded a boat from Russia, bound for America despite not knowing a soul, nor a lick of English. His mysterious journey through coastal Virginia caught everyone off guard since no one could understand his unusual language. ---Thanks to Hello Fresh for their support. ---Go to HelloFresh.com/50pastandcurious and use code 50pastandcurious for 50% off plus 15% off the next 2 months ... Read more

27 Sep 2023

33 MINS

33:14

27 Sep 2023

#103

Rail Tales

Episode 82 features the story of the Transcontinental Railroad, including the famous Golden Spike. Also in this episode is the story of Joseph Kekuku, a boy from Hawaii who changed music after being inspired by a random occurrence, possibly involving another railroad spike. If you'd like to learn more about Kekuku and the role of Hawaii in music through the steel guitar, I recommend the book [Kika Kila, by John Troutman] (https://uncpress.org/book/9781469659091/kika-kila/) . It was very important to creating this episode. ... Read more

28 Aug 2023

37 MINS

37:13

28 Aug 2023

#102

Obelisks: Tall and Sometimes Stinky

Episode 81: The Washington Monument is just one of many Obelisks in the world. Somehow several originals from Egypt have wound up all over the globe. And they inspired a stinky imitation in Australia, known as Thornton's Scent Bottle. The Washington Monument is the tallest, but it took DECADES for it to be completed - for a bunch of reasons. Don't forget to help out with our Survey - Here's the link: [https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/thepast] (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/thepast) . We really appreciate it! Thank you to our sponsor Kids’ Chemical Solutions and their chemistry comic book series filled with colorful characters and exciting storylines. Order now at www.kidschemicalsolutions.com Thanks HelloFresh! Go to [hellofresh.com/pastandcurious50] (http://hellofresh.com/pastandcurious50) and use code pastandcurious50 for 50% off plus free shipping! ... Read more

26 Jul 2023

34 MINS

34:28

26 Jul 2023

#101

The Power of Plants

Episode 80: Fabian Garcia, changed agriculture (and people's taste) with his ground breaking New Mexico No. 9 Chile, which is the genetic ancestor of nearly every chile grown in southwest America today. His dedication and intelligence with plants changed lives, livelihoods, and culture. Elliot Michener, on the other hand, was a career criminal whose life was changed for the better when he was put in charge of a garden on Alcatraz Island. Thank you to our sponsor Kids’ Chemical Solutions and their chemistry comic book series filled with colorful characters and exciting storylines. Order now at www.kidschemicalsolutions.com ... Read more

28 Jun 2023

34 MINS

34:19

28 Jun 2023

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#122

Bone Wars and The Ghost Town Rhyolite

#121

A Very Special Desk - an Election Season Special Episode

#120

Microscopes and Telescopes

#119

I Scream for Ice Cream

#118

No Chill - Pioneers in Ice

#117

International Games: Field of Cloth of Gold and Olympic Marathon

#116

Park People

#115

Bad Milk

#114

Donuts and Cheese

#113

Librarians!

#112

The Meatshower Part Two (Electric Burgoo)

#111

What Time Is It?

#110

Forten and Frank

#109

Potatoes and Rocks

#108

Walt and Dr. Mary

#107

Listen Now: ‘Tis The Grinch Holiday Talk Show

#106

In A Cave

#105

Walkin' (Part Two)

#104

Walkin' (Part One)

#103

Rail Tales

#102

Obelisks: Tall and Sometimes Stinky

#101

The Power of Plants