Episode 66 - History Happy Hour, April 2023

Episode 66 - History Happy Hour, April 2023

Author: All That's Interesting April 26, 2023 Duration: 30:17
Today, we'll be talking about: How scientists found a never before seen chapter in the Bible. How the discovery of a 6000 year old hook in Israel, suggests that ancient people hunted sharks. Why experts are warning that mummies in Mexico, City could be spreading ancient fungus. New evidence that suggests ancient people used psychedelic drugs 3,000 years ago. A study that claims humans once ate giant snails as large as a human hand. As well as a number of historical anniversaries, including the discovery of LSD, the sinking of the Titanic and much more. https://allthatsinteresting.com/guanajuato-mummy-fungus credits: https://allthatsinteresting.com/podcast-credits Thanks HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/uncovered60 and use code uncovered60 for 60% off plus free shipping! Please fill out our listener survey to give us some feedback: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/airwave History Uncovered is part of the Airwave Media network: www.airwavemedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

History Uncovered digs into the corners of the past that standard narratives often overlook, presented by the team at All That's Interesting. This podcast is a weekly excavation of historical events, cultural shifts, and true crime stories that are as compelling as they are strange. Every episode focuses on a specific topic-whether it's a forgotten societal upheaval, an enigmatic artifact, or a crime that altered a community-examining the details and human stories that make it resonate. The aim is to move beyond dates and names to uncover the peculiar motivations, bizarre coincidences, and raw humanity that define our shared history. You'll hear a blend of rigorous research and engaging storytelling, designed to satisfy curiosity and challenge assumptions. New installments arrive each Wednesday, offering a deep dive into subjects the creators found too fascinating to leave alone. For those who finish an episode and immediately want to know more, the digital publisher All That's Interesting provides additional context and articles. This is a podcast for anyone who believes the past is never truly past, and that the most interesting histories are often those waiting just beneath the surface.
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