Best Sea Tree Media Podcasts (2025)

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The History of Banks and Banking 17:14

4m ago17:14

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One of the biggest and most important industries in the world is banking. Banks are large, control an enormous amount of money, and are often the most influential economic institutions in most countries. Yet, banks are not a modern invention. Banks, in one form or another, have been around for thousands of years and have evolved into the modern ins…

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Calendar Reform 16:38

1h ago16:38

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Our calendar and system of keeping time are rather unique. It isn’t nice and tidy like the metric system. It is a collection of odd time units, leap years, and rotating calendars. As such, many people throughout history have thought that they could do better. So they have made proposals for changing our calendar, some of which would be very differe…

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Sherman’s March to the Sea (Encore) 14:12

2d ago14:12

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Just one week after President Abraham Lincoln was re-elected in November 1864, Union General William Tecumseh Sherman set out to execute one of the most audacious plans of the US Civil War. His plan involved violating several central tenets of warfare, which had been established for thousands of years, yet in the process, he helped bring the war to…

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Sede Vacante and The Process of Papal Succession 15:54

1d ago15:54

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After the death or resignation of a pope, but before the election of a new pope, there is a period of time at the Vatican known as Sede Vacante. The Sede Vacante doesn’t last very long, and it doesn’t happen very often, but when it does occur, it is a very busy time. This period has its own coat of arms and highly regimented series of events that h…

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The Medici Family and Renaissance Florence 17:34

23h ago17:34

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One of the greatest periods of social and technological change in world history was the Renaissance. At the heart of the Renaissance was the city-state of Florence. It was the home to some of the world’s greatest artists and thinkers. At the heart of Florence was a family that ran the city for several centuries. They became fabulously wealthy and s…

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The Battle of Marathon (Encore) 13:57

6d ago13:57

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In the year 490 BC, one of the most pivotal battles in world history took place. Just north of the City of Athens, Persian and Greek forces clashed in what was to be the first Persian attempt to invade Greece. Despite being seriously outnumbered, the Greeks managed to win a decisive victory that had long-lasting ramifications. Learn more about the …

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Global Reserve Currencies and the Triffin Dilemma 15:18

3d ago15:18

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Today, approximately 160 currencies are used worldwide. Some countries share the same currency, while others use the currency of another country. However, not all currencies are equal. One currency always tends to become the dominant currency in international affairs, known as the global reserve currency. There are benefits for the country that iss…

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Trump's America: The End of Free Speech and a Free Press (w/ Flemming Rose) 1:14:11

3d ago1:14:11

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Freedom of expression stands as democracy's most essential and most vulnerable foundation. In this conversation, Danish journalist and author Flemming Rose shares profound insights from his experience at the center of the 2005 Muhammad cartoons controversy that sparked global protests and death threats. Rose offers a surprising revelation: free spe…

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Biological Taxonomy and the Tree of Life 17:02

7d ago17:02

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All living things on the planet Earth, from microbes to whales, can be categorized into a single hierarchical system. This system has been developed over the last 300 years. Layers have been added, and there have been debates as to what creatures should go where. However, it has proved an incredibly useful way to understand how all life is connecte…

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The Search for Life Outside the Solar System 16:47

9d ago16:47

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In 1995, the first planet outside our solar system was discovered. Since then, with improved techniques and tools, over 5,000 exoplanets have been confirmed, and another 10,000 candidates are awaiting confirmation. With some of these exoplanets, astronomers can actually study their atmospheres and search for signs of life. Learn more about the sear…

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Rare Earth Elements (Encore) 11:27

6d ago11:27

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Modern society is completely dependent on a set of technologies that include computer chips, fiber optic cables, lasers, video screens, electric motors, and batteries. All of those things are dependent on a small category of chemicals called rare earth elements. Their importance in technology has made them a focal point of international trade and p…

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The History of Wire 16:39

7d ago16:39

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The modern world runs on metal wires. These thin metal strands literally circle the globe and are responsible for much of the world’s electrical power and communications. It is something so basic that most people never bother to stop and think about how wires are made. It turns out wire has been made for thousands of years, although its uses have c…

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The Occupation and Liberation of Paris 16:09

8d ago16:09

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Of all the cities that experienced the Second World War, one of the most interesting stories is that of Paris. Paris was not the scene of major fighting like Warsaw, which was all but destroyed. It was occupied for over four years, during which time it saw acts of resistance and collaboration. When the city was liberated after the invasion of Norma…

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Platinum, Palladium, and Rhodium: The Other Precious Metals 16:32

12d ago16:32

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When I say precious metals, most of you probably immediately think of gold and silver. Historically, they have indeed been precious metals. However, they are not the only ones. There are elemental metals that are rarer and more expensive than gold. They have important industrial uses….and in some cases, they are much more expensive. Learn more abou…

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Operation Barbarossa (Encore) 15:56

10d ago15:56

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On June 22, 1941, German forces crossed into the Soviet Union. It was, and remains, the largest military operation in human history. The force that the Germans assembled for the invasion was staggering, consisting of over 3 million men. However, the decision to go to war with the Soviets and break the alliance Germany had with them has puzzled hist…

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The Great Party Shake-Up: What Happens When Both Parties Lose Their Way? (w/ Dr. Hans Noel) 53:19

10d ago53:19

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American democracy is crumbling. The Republican Party, once defined by traditional conservatism, has transformed into a vehicle for Trumpism, while Democrats struggle to maintain their coalition after unexpected losses. Dr. Hans Noel, Associate Professor of Government at Georgetown University, and co-author of the book Political Parties, joins the …

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All About Fiji 17:36

11d ago17:36

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Located in the South Pacific is the nation of Fiji. Fiji is an archipelago of 330 islands located about 1,100 nautical miles north of New Zealand. It is a unique mix of Pacific cultures with both Melanesian and Polynesian influences, with a dash of Indian influence as well. Given its size and population, it is also one of the most important countri…

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The Ancient World Isn’t Done With Us (Live) 16:01

15d ago16:01

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This episode was recorded in front of a live audience. Sponsors Mint Mobile Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at mintmobile.com/eed Quince Go to quince.com/daily for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Stitch Fix Go to stitchfix.com/everywhere to have a stylist help you look your best Tourist Office of Spain Plan your next a…

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The Greatest Nobel Prize Snubs 16:10

13d ago16:10

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As of the recording of this episode, 1,012 people have been awarded Nobel Prizes across every category. This episode is not about any of them. This episode is about the people who didn’t win a Nobel Prize but arguably should have. Whether they were the victims of personal petty politics, geopolitics, or sexism, there have been many people who were …

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A History of Lead (Encore) 14:27

14d ago14:27

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Sometime around eight to nine thousand years ago, ancient people in Asia Minor found a very dull grey metal that turned out to be easy to manipulate when it was heated. For thousands of years, it was used for a variety of purposes, including as a food additive. 4 With the advent of the Industrial Revolution, even more uses were found for this uniqu…

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The Kuiper Belt and the Oort Cloud 17:08

15d ago17:08

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The Solar System is a pretty big place. When most people think of our Solar System, they probably think of the Sun, the planets, and all their moons. However, the solar system is much larger than most people realize. In fact, it is vastly larger than the model they have in their heads. Only in the last few years, with the advent of larger telescope…

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The History of the Guitar 16:27

16d ago16:27

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One of the most popular instruments in the world is the guitar. The guitar is the primary instrument in many popular forms of music today. Yet, this wasn’t always the case. The guitar is related to multiple stringed instruments and has a lineage that goes back thousands of years. However, the guitar that you are familiar with is a rather recent inv…

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Never America's 51st State: The Trump Effect on Canadian Politics (w/ Dr. Andre Lecours) 52:18

17d ago52:18

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When Canada's snap election was called for April 28th, few could have predicted how dramatically the political landscape would shift. What started as a predictable contest with Conservatives comfortably ahead has transformed into a national referendum on sovereignty and resilience in the face of unprecedented threats from south of the border. Donal…

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The Reign of Terror 17:08

17d ago17:08

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For a 10-month period from September 1793 to July 1794, the nation of France went through a period which could only be called insanity. In the aftermath of the French Revolution, a small group of radicals took control of the Revolutionary French government and began eliminating all enemies of the revolution, both real and perceived. Tens of thousan…

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Open Source Software 17:12

18d ago17:12

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Computer software seems to be everywhere. No matter what kind of computer you use or where you use it, all computers use software. That is the entire point of a computer. However, not all software is the same. There are actually enormous differences between software applications. Not just what they do, but how they were written, the business models…

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The History of Pasta (Encore) 14:08

19d ago14:08

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There is a very good chance that many of you listening have had pasta, maybe within the last week. Pasta is a simple, affordable food that comes in a wide variety of forms. It can be served with almost anything and in a wide variety of styles. Despite its current global nature, pasta is a food that originated in Italy……or did it? Learn more about p…

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Mass Extinction Events 17:29

20d ago17:29

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We like to think of the Earth as a very stable place. While there might be seasonal variation in the weather, things don’t really change that much within our lifetimes. However, if you take a longer perspective, a much longer perspective, things can change a lot. In fact, there have been five times in the history of the Earth when life on Eath comp…

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Questions and Answers: Volume 29 16:24

21d ago16:24

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If you happen to live in the Northern Hemisphere, April is a time when days get longer, the temperature gets warmer, and things start to become green again. It is also the month of National Unicorn Day, National Superhero Day, National Take A Wild Guess Day, and, of course, National Hairball Awareness Day. More important than any of these august ho…

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The Crimean War 15:53

22d ago15:53

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In the mid-19th century, Europe saw what was perhaps its largest war since the end of the Napoleonic Wars. The war was ultimately fought over who would pick up the pieces of the failing Ottoman Empire. However, every country that fought in the conflict had its own unique reasons for doing so. What no one could know at the time is that the war would…

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Attila the Hun (Encore) 14:08

23d ago14:08

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During the 5th century, one name struck fear into the hearts of almost every European: Attila, leader of the Huns. For a period of almost 20 years, Attila ravaged Europe, conquering various tribes and causing one of the largest migrations ever seen on the continent. Then, quite suddenly and unexpectedly, the conquests of Attila stopped, and the Hun…

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The Politically Homeless Majority: How Independents Could Save Democracy (w/ Dr. Lura Forcum) 49:44

24d ago49:44

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America's political divisions seem insurmountable, yet beneath the surface lies a compelling counternarrative: the moderate middle hasn't disappeared—it's just been silenced. In this episode, Dr. Lura Forcum, president of the Independent Center, to discuss the surprising vitality of centrist politics (and centrist voters) in a polarized age. The nu…

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The Knuckleball 16:23

24d ago16:23

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In the game of baseball, it might not seem at first glance that there is much strategy involved in the game. However, there is an enormous amount of strategy that goes into every pitch in the game. Pitchers have different pitches in their repertoire, which can rise, fall, and curve on their way to the batter in an attempt to fool the batter. Howeve…

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The Scientific Method 16:42

25d ago16:42

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The modern world is built on science. Today, millions of scientists all over the world are doing research in thousands of different fields and specializations. All of these researchers are, to some degree, using a system that was developed over the course of centuries. A methodology that allows for the discovery of scientific truth. It isn’t perfec…

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The Many, Many Invasions of Sicily 16:54

26d ago16:54

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Located in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea is its largest island: Sicily. Given its size and location, Sicily has been the key for any empire, kingdom, or civilization that wanted to control the Mediterranean. As a result, Sicily has been one of the most contested pieces of land in the history of the world. For over three thousand years, one ar…

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The History of Military Ranks (Encore) 16:19

1M ago16:19

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Every military in the world is a hierarchical organization. There are people at the top who make decisions, people down below who follow those orders, and people in between who make it happen. Today, most militaries have an elaborate rank structure with multiple ranks in the chain of command. However, it wasn’t always like that. The modern system o…

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Ramage’s Rampage 15:37

28d ago15:37

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On July 31, 1944, one of the greatest naval exploits in history took place in the Western Pacific Ocean. Two American submarines led by Commander Lawson "Red" Ramage found themselves in the middle of a Japanese merchant fleet. Over the course of 46 minutes, they managed to achieve something that had never been done by so few submarines in so short …

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Hildegard of Bingen 16:37

29d ago16:37

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Over a thousand years ago, a wealthy family in Germany gave birth to their tenth child, a daughter. They gave their child to the church, as was the custom in those days. She grew to become the leader of her monastic community. More than that, she became one of the leading thinkers of her era. She composed music, wrote about medicine and theology, r…

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The Columbian Exchange 15:58

1M ago15:58

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Retaking the House (and Democracy) with Florida House Candidate Josh Weil 22:35

1M ago22:35

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Josh Weil, Democratic candidate for Florida's 6th Congressional District, joins Deep Dive to discuss what could be one of the most consequential special elections in American history. A public school teacher and single father, Weil explains why his April 1st race represents more than just a local contest – it's potentially the first domino in Democ…

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Cruciferous Vegetables (Encore) 13:23

1M ago13:23

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One of the most common food items consumed today are cruciferous vegetables. Even if you aren’t familiar with the term, you almost certainly have consumed some before, and there is a good chance you do so on a regular basis. What many people don’t know is that these vegetables are actually rather modern. Early neolithic humans never ate broccoli, c…

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Marcus Aurelius: Emperor and Philosopher 16:29

1M ago16:29

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The History of Whaling 17:08

1M ago17:08

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Whaling is something that humans have engaged in for thousands of years. For most of that time, indigenous groups conducted it on a small scale for survival purposes. Over time, whaling became commercialized, the annual whale harvest exploded, and whaling became a cornerstone of the early industrial revolution. Alas, it couldn’t last forever. Learn…

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Earth’s Magnetic Pole Reversals (Encore) 12:45

1M ago12:45

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Once every 450,000 years or so, the Earth undergoes a radical transformation. The planet’s magnetic field will literally flip. The North Pole becomes the South Pole and vice versa. Despite the fact that we know this has happened many times in the Earth’s history, we really don’t know what would happen if the poles were to reverse today. Learn more …

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March Madness 16:35

1M ago16:35

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Every March, the United States experiences a period known as March Madness. It is the time when college basketball teams compete for a national championship. The process of crowning a national champion is a months-long process where teams vie for a chance to make the national tournament. From there, in theory, every team that makes the big dance ha…

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Why is the Alphabet in Alphabetical Order? 15:30

1M ago15:30

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All of you are familiar with the ABCs. It is one of the very first things that children are taught. Not only are they taught the letters that comprise the alphabet, but they are also, usually at the same time, taught the order of the alphabet. The order of the alphabet is something that is so ingrained that most of us usually don’t even think about…

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The Battle of Gettysburg 14:59

1M ago14:59

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In the summer of 1863, after two years of war, Confederate General Robert E. Lee felt it was possible to swiftly end the conflict by taking the fight to the Union. Up until this point, almost all of the fighting had taken place in Virginia. Lee felt that by moving to the north, he could achieve several objectives that would lead the Union to seek p…

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From Belfast to Boston: Can the Troubles Happen Here? (Featuring Oisin Feeney) 51:46

1M ago51:46

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In the United States, it's difficult to imagine how civil violence could break out in the United States - how civic and political breakdown could actually manifest in our neighborhoods. The Troubles - the conflict that tore Northern Ireland apart for decades - offer a stark warning for America's increasingly polarized society. In this episode, Oisi…

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The Invention of the Telephone 16:38

1M ago16:38

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The 19th century was one of rapid technological advancement. Of all of the innovations to come out of this century, and there were many, perhaps none was more important than that of the telephone. The telephone radically changed communications, allowing personal communications over long distances. Despite what many people are often told, this inven…

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Betamax vs. VHS (Encore) 14:23

1M ago14:23

14:23

In the late 1970s and early 1980s, a war erupted in the world of video technology. Two competing video tape formats fought to gain supremacy in the market. In the end, one format crushed the other and was left as the victor. However, legend holds that the inferior format was actually the victorious one. Learn more about Betamax vs. VHS videotape wa…

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The Cardiff Giant 15:04

1M ago15:04

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In 1869, the world was shocked by a discovery that was made outside of the town of Cardiff, New York. Two workers discovered what was claimed to be the remains of a 10 foot tall, petrified human being. The claim set off a fiery debate between those who thought it was proof of the Bible and those who just thought it was a long lost statue. It turned…

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