Best Condensed Histories Podcasts (2024)

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Terence Malick 43:35

1h ago43:35

43:35

Jem interviews John Bleasdale, author of 'The Magic Hours The Films and Hidden Life of Terence Malick' about the subject of the book, Terence Malick himself! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Strangest Children’s Books Tales You Won't Believe Are Real 22:40

1h ago22:40

22:40

Let's explore some of the darkest, weirdest, and most shocking children’s tales that you won’t believe are real! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Be Amazed

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Prequels! 38:14

6h ago38:14

38:14

Jem looks into the decisive subject of Prequels, including Better Call Saul and Star Wars! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Mysterious Discoveries Found Under Dried Bodies Of Water 23:22

1h ago23:22

23:22

From peculiar remnants of ancient civilizations to entire lost cities, here are some of the most mysterious discoveries found under dried bodies of water. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Be Amazed

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⚠️The Dangerous Chips That Ripped Your Mouth Lining [Zombie Snacks]💀 15:32

3h ago15:32

15:32

Samboy Flavour Bombs – does your mouth shudder at the thought? We’re raiding the chip graveyard for part two of our special miniseries on the discontinued snacks we want to bring back from the dead. For all the unhinged visuals of the delicious ice-creams we talk about, make sure you follow @ingredipedia on Instagram or TikTok. See omnystudio.com/l…

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Expensive Useless Things Billionaires Spend Their Money On 23:01

1h ago23:01

23:01

From million-dollar pigeons to designer garbage bags, you won’t believe the weird, wacky, and downright useless ways billionaires have found to splash their cash. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Be Amazed

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Cut The Red Wire! 40:32

2h ago40:32

40:32

Jem takes a look into the history of bomb disposal. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Jaw-Dropping Archeological Discoveries 22:05

2d ago22:05

22:05

From the weird and wonderful to the totally terrifying, let’s check out some of the most truly bizarre archeological discoveries. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Be Amazed

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Gladiator 2 41:00

3h ago41:00

41:00

Jem looks at Gladiator 2! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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What Happened to the Astronaut Who Was Lost in Space for 311 Lonely Days? 19:42

4d ago19:42

19:42

Join me on this truly wild tale, traversing through the collapse of nations and into the territory of literal time travel itself, in the story of what happened to the astronaut who was lost in space for 311 lonely days! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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🤯Your Fave Unhinged ‘90s Ice-Cream Is Back From The Dead [Zombie Graveyard]💀 17:52

1d ago17:52

17:52

This is part one of our special miniseries on discontinued snacks we want to bring back from the dead – it’s all about ice-creams! Whether you like them sexist and from a food court; representing literal cannibalism or with a side of manageable risk, we have your sweet frozen needs covered. For all the unhinged visuals of the delicious ice-creams w…

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The Army Of Birds You've Never Heard Of 21:52

7d ago21:52

21:52

Let’s deep dive into the mystery of why China decided to assemble a duck army and discover even more of the strange and unbelievable ways birds have been used for fowl play in warfare! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Be Amazed

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Russian Radiation 41:14

2h ago41:14

41:14

Jem looks into Russian Radiation through three pieces of popular culture. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Stories That Sound Fake But Are 100% Real 18:32

9d ago18:32

18:32

From a truly miraculous series of life-saving coincidences to the most ridiculous arrest story you’ll ever hear, here are some of the most ridiculous stories that sound fake, but are 100% real. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Be Amazed

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The Greatest Action Hero 45:26

2d ago45:26

45:26

Jem looks at the Greatest Action Hero... in real life! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Rarest Things In The Universe 23:00

11d ago23:00

23:00

What’s rarer than finding a 4-leaf clover? Rarer than being struck by lightning? Or even rarer than winning the lottery? They’re such exceptional occurrences that the chances of them happening to you seem slim! But there are even more impossibly rare events in this world that make those things look common. From finding the rarest element on earth, …

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🍫 M&M’S: Avoid This Flavour At All Costs; A Therapy Session for Em 😭 12:44

4d ago12:44

12:44

Hot tip: There’s an M&M’S variety in supermarkets at the moment that will leave you very disappointed. And yes, lie down on the couch because we have some M&M’S related trauma to unpack. [0:54] M&M'S trauma dump [6:10] Wild varieties and what to avoid Follow us on Instagram (@ingredipedia) and TikTok (@ingredipedia) to see visuals of our weird and …

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Animals That Were Scarier Than Dinosaurs 25:03

14d ago25:03

25:03

It’s certainly no stretch to say that life would have been much scarier if the dinosaurs had stuck around. But what if I told you the Earth used to be populated by creatures that were even bigger, badder, and more ferocious? From super-sized serpents to deep-sea monsters and bizzare critters straight from your nightmares, let’s delve into some anim…

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Barry Lyndon Part 2 28:49

22d ago28:49

28:49

Jem concludes his two-part episode on Barry Lyndon! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Strangest Objects Recently Discovered 21:26

16d ago21:26

21:26

Being the curious creatures that we are, human beings are constantly discovering amazing new things. But sometimes, those discoveries are so strange, they raise more questions than answers. From truly bizarre artifacts that fell from the heavens to ancient anomalies found underground, here are some of the strangest objects recently discovered. Adve…

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Barry Lyndon Part 1 33:33

9d ago33:33

33:33

Jem kicks off a two-part episode on Barry Lyndon! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Comparing Prisons Around the World 24:50

18d ago24:50

24:50

When you think about prison, I bet most of you imagine endless iron bars, dark hallways, grim food, and an overwhelming sense of despair. But, surprisingly, not all prisons around the world are the same! While some serve stomach-churning meals, others have a tasty and healthy-looking menu. And where some prisons cram inmates into every available in…

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🥒Cucumber: Why It’s So Cool Right Now; Are People Who Hate Cucumber Toddlers or Genetically Superior?🤔 20:37

18d ago20:37

20:37

Ever had the urge to eat an entire cucumber? Try this bánh mì take on a TikTok trend and maybe even a recipe from a 1980s cookbook Ben found. Also: Beastie Boys. [0:43] Why Cucumber Is Trending [5:13] Why Some People Hate Cucumber [9:33] Beastie Boys examination [14:44] Cursed Cucumber Recipe Follow us on Instagram (@ingredipedia) and TikTok (@ingr…

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Unexplained Mysteries that Need Explaining 25:38

21d ago25:38

25:38

Remember the nursery rhyme: “if you go down to the woods today you’re sure of a big surprise?” What if that “surprise” was an eerie, isolated staircase that seemed to lead absolutely nowhere? It’s time to grab your trench coat and magnifying glass as we take a closer look at some of most puzzling unexplained mysteries that need some serious explain…

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The Terminator 40:30

29d ago40:30

40:30

Jem talks about The Terminator, and about Sci-Fi affecting the real world! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Things You Never Realised You Were Doing Wrong 18:52

23d ago18:52

18:52

We all have our favorite way of doing things, but many of us are making the usage of everyday things a lot harder for ourselves than we realize. From the most efficient way to eat fast food to the only way you should be washing fruit, get ready for your mind to be blown as I reveal a whole ton of things you never realised you’ve been doing wrong! A…

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Dragons! 39:58

17d ago39:58

39:58

Jem talks Dragons! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Places You Can't Go But People Did Anyway 22:10

25d ago22:10

22:10

Whether it’s a network of abandoned mines, haunted islands, or top-secret military facilities, here are some of the most fascinating places you’re not allowed to visit… and the people who did anyway! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Be Amazed

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🍌Flavoured Milk: Is Korean Banana Milk Elite? A Big M Rant and Revelation😡 11:31

18d ago11:31

11:31

It’s time to put down the tools and crack open a flavoured milk for smoko. We have some banana-flavoured tales and big feelings to share. Follow us on Instagram (@ingredipedia) and TikTok (@ingredipedia) to see visuals of our weird and snacky food pursuits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The Terrifying And Stupid Reasons Artificial Islands Are Being Built 23:40

28d ago23:40

23:40

Today, there are some 250 artificial islands that have been developed around the world! Though not all of these man-made islands appear on world maps, for reasons that range from the dangerous to the downright dumb! Let's take a look at the terrifying and stupid reasons some artificial islands are being built! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcirc…

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Nineteen-Eighty-Four 40:30

1M ago40:30

40:30

Big Brother is watching Jem as he records an episode on George Orwell's Nineteen-Eighty-Four. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Caviar: How It’s Made and Why It’s So Expensive 22:32

1M ago22:32

22:32

Caviar is one of the most sought-after delicacies in the entire world. But while it may look fancy doled out alongside thousand-dollar bottles of champagne, have you ever wondered where it comes from? Or what makes certain types so expensive? Let's find out! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.co…

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Network 34:56

25d ago34:56

34:56

Jem looks at the film Network. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Real Tricks Companies Don't Want You To Know 21:51

1M ago21:51

21:51

As companies strive for ever-increasing profits, it’s usually the customer who ends up paying the price, quite literally. But don’t worry. I’m here to put the power back in your hands. Prepare to get thrifty, as we check out some sneaky time-and-money-saving tricks companies don’t want you to know about. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com…

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🥜Saladas: Peanut Butter Breakfast ‘Crack’; Have They Changed Recently?🤔 13:02

25d ago13:02

13:02

Have you been a victim of the great Salada shortages? And if you like ‘crack’, there’s a new salty-sweet crack on the scene and it’s coming for your toast. [0:53] Breakfast Crack [5:45] Salada Shortages Follow us on Instagram (@ingredipedia) and TikTok (@ingredipedia) to see visuals of our weird and snacky food pursuits. See omnystudio.com/listener…

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Secret Service Tactics That Are Insane 21:04

1M ago21:04

21:04

Protecting the President of the United States is no easy task, but agents of the United States Secret Service do so without question, even if it means risking their own lives. They go to unbelievable extremes to keep the POTUS safe, but there’s much more to those dark-suited, sunglass-wearing agents than meets the eye! From using high-tech hidden i…

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The Romance of the Three Kingdoms 37:24

1M ago37:24

37:24

Jem discusses a hugely influential and important piece of pop culture which many of our listeners may never have heard of! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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