In the early 1950s, a new type of music burst forth, which had its roots in blues, gospel, country, and swing.
This new music took the world by storm and was as controversial as it was successful.
This music has spawned countless variations, some of which are so different that it is hard to see how it evolved.
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Horse Racing: From Ancient Chariots to the Modern Track
For thousands of years, humans have gathered to watch horses run. What began as tests of speed and endurance on ancient plains evolved into chariot races before roaring crowds, royal competitions in medieval courts, and eventually a global sport worth billions. Along the way, it ... Show More
14m 25s
Apr 30
Sparta: The Ancient Greek Warrior State
Few societies in history have inspired as much fascination as ancient Sparta. It was a city-state built on discipline, military power, and a way of life unlike anywhere else in the ancient world. From its feared hoplite army to its rigid social system, Sparta became one of histor ... Show More
15m 56s
Mar 2023
Episode 355 w/ The Isley Brothers
<p>N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. In this episode the Champs chop it up with the legends themselves, The Isley Brothers! <br>The iconic group share stories of their journey than spans nearly seven decades! The brothers share stories of Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, ... Show More
2h 1m
Mar 2023
A song of hope
A song about a play, crime, and football. About The Origin of ThingsA short-format podcast where I give you the origins, the backstories - slightly dramatized but 100% true - of things that you know, love, and use. I reveal what I’m talking about only at the very end keeping you, ... Show More
7m 59s
Sep 2022
Episode 334 “Rock The Bells”
N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. In this episode, we travelled to New York for LL Cool J’s “Rock The Bells” festival!! We chop it up with a variety of guests like Ice Cube, Onyx (Fredro Starr & Sticky Fingaz), Fat Joe, Peter Gunz, Cipha Sounds, Peter Rosenberg, Lance Un R ... Show More
1h 45m