The Delightful History of Pubs

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It is to the great nation of Canada’s lasting credit that it has prized Terry Fox as one of the most beloved and admired citizens for nearly 50 years now. It’s difficult to get across how much he means to Canada. Lucky for us, his story speaks for itself.See omnystudio.com/listen ... Show More

The 1920s were just absolutely nuts. People got into weird fads really intensely and one of the strangest of all was flagpole sitting. It’s just what it sounds like – sitting on top of a flagpole for as long as you can. One man sat above them all. Learn all about him and many of ... Show More

We go to great depths today to give you curious tales. Enjoy!Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Two well known subjects, two extraordinary stories. All part of today's tour through the Cabinet of Curiosities. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/l ... Show More

<p>Hello internet! This week's episode is all about the history and best practices to having your own HOME BAR! Enjoy and be sure to share with a friend!</p> 

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So many curious stories can be found at the root of everyday things we take for granted today. Let's explore two of them here.Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

<p>Anyone who is interested in the UK or beer must have heard of pubs before! This episode is about this important part of UK culture!</p> 

I’m at Ye Olde Mitre, one of the oldest pubs in London with a cold pint of Ale. And I can think of no better place to discuss the history of alcohol. Intoxicating beverages has been a part of human culture from the beginning. Alcohol flows through our social, ritual, religious, e ... Show More

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Unusual characters from the pages of history always bring a bit of delight to our ears. Today's tour should be no exception.Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.