Jun 2

Episode #252 - Were the Knights of the Air a Myth? (Part I)

At the outbreak of First World War airplanes were still a novelty on the battlefield. Originally planes were used for reconnaissance and the pilots were usually unarmed. This quickly changed and soon airplanes were being outfitted with machine guns and tasked specifically with de ... Show More

1h 13m

May 26

Bonus Episode - Roman Bondage, Voodoo Macbeth, and Bunga Bunga

In this bonus episode Sebastian takes questions about episode 249, 250, and 251. First, he does his best to grapple with how morality should factor into history education. Then a listener provides an epic email about Orson Welles' legendary production of "Voodoo Macbeth" and curs ... Show More

43m 5s

May 20

Episode #251 - What Was the Dreadnought Hoax?

When the HMS Dreadnought was launched in 1906 it completely revolutionized naval warfare. It made all previous ships obsolete and helped spur an arms race between Britain and Germany. For many the Dreadnought was symbol of the militarism that was sweeping Europe before World War ... Show More

1h 22m

Aug 2021

OFH Throwback- Episode #83- Who Invented Your Favourite Food?

In this OFH Throwback episode Sebastian takes a look at one of the most fun and accessible episodes in the OFH catalog. The world of food and drink is filled with colourful mythology. How much should we believe about the origin stories of our favourite foods? Could this be the be ... Show More

1h 4m

Feb 2024

How to Cook Like a Medieval Chef

Preparing, serving and sharing food has always played a critical role in human history. But what did people in the Middle Ages like to eat and what did their food say about their social status? What was the haute cuisine of medieval Bagdad or Moorish Spain? Victoria Flexn ... Show More

32m 2s

May 2022

Food in the Ancient World

When we think of the modern Mediterranean, delicious and vibrant food is one of the first things that come to mind. But how much has the regional food changed over the last two millennia? In this episode, Tristan is joined by the host of 'The Delicious Legacy'&nb ... Show More

36m 24s

Oct 2022

50 History of Everything: The Wonderful World of Food History

Hello all! Have I ever told you how much I love food history? Because I do and its really weird and fun. Don't forget to get this months book Bonus episodes as well as ad-free episodes on Patreon. Find us on Instagram. Join us on Discord. Submit your relatives on our website Join ... Show More

49m 31s

May 2021

¿Qué es lo que más te gusta comer?

¡Es el día de comer lo que quieras! En este sabroso episodio platicamos sobre comidas y también de la importancia de comer sanamente. ¿Qué tal es tu alimentación? ¿Comes moderadamente o te atragantas con lo que se te antoja?Escucha ya el podcast del Show de Raúl Brindis completi ... Show More

4h 6m

Jan 2020

Trailer: Welcome to The Sporkful

This podcast isn’t for foodies, it’s for eaters. We have a ton of fun obsessing about food to learn more about culture, science, history, and most importantly—people. In every episode of The Sporkful you’re going to learn something, feel something, and laugh. Winner of the Jam ... Show More

2m 39s

May 2021

How Did You Develop Such Amazing Taste? with Sohla El-Waylly

This week’s episode of Getting Curious isn’t a snack, it’s a whole meal. Culinary creator, writer, and video host Sohla El-Waylly joins Jonathan to discuss cooking basics, ancient recipes, and their shared affinity for a certain discontinued Taco Bell classic. Sohla El-Waylly ... Show More

53m 35s

OFH Throwback- Episode #83- Who Invented...