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Episode One: Ep. 1 The Past and The Curious: An IntroductionCreated by: The Past and The Curious
Started: October 7th, 2016
Status: Active, 129 episodes
Kind: Episodic
Language: English
<a href="https://soundcarrot.com/shows/shows/the-past-and-the-curious-a-history-podcast-for-kids-and-families/page/15/" title="SoundCarrot.com - Children's podcasts"><img src="https://soundcarrot.com/img/sc-sm.png" alt="Listen On SoundCarrot" style="width: 200px; height: auto" /></a>Women of Science! Join us for some 19th Century STEM stories. Heather Funk tells you about Mary Anning and the origins of “She Sells Sea Shells.” Mick Sullivan shares the story of Mary Somerville and the origin of the the word “scientist.” Both ladies did remarkable things in the science world at a time when it was pretty uncommon. In addition, Squeeze-bot plays “She Blinded Me with Science,” quiz time and more. From Kids Listen member, a History and Music Podcast for young and old alike!
Women of Science! Join us for some 19th Century STEM stories. Heather Funk tells you about Mary Anning and the origins of “She Sells Sea Shells.” Mick Sullivan shares the story of Mary Somerville and the origin of the the word “scientist.” Both ladies did remarkable things in the science world at a time when it was pretty uncommon.
Your favorite history show for the whole family is back and we’re bringing the cheese! First, Graham Shelby reads “Andrew Jackson’s Big Cheese,” while Mick Sullivan shares some fun stories of hardtack, followed by the Civil War parody song “Hard Tack Come Again No More.” There’s Quiztime, Music and more!
When Washington first became president, no one knew what to call him, and he certainly didn’t want to shake EVERYONE’S hand. There were some growing pains in Presidential cordiality. Later, Lincoln wishes Jefferson never started the whole “handshake thing.” Also, Quiztime and the old song “Lulu’s Back in Town” Stories written and music performed by Mick Sullivan. Also featuring the voices of Chaska and Mirabel Power (from Book Power for Kids Podcast)
It’s time for the July Kids Listen Sweep! This episode features the story of Annie Edson Taylor, who was the first person to successfully survive Niagara Falls in a barrel. Also, how’d they even start building the first suspension bridge over Niagara? You might be surprised. And if Cole Porter’s song “Don’t Fence Me In” doesn’t make you feel like “Hittin’ The Road,” what will? Voices: Victoria Reibel and Mick Sullivan. All Music and Instruments: Mick Sullivan. Bad Ideas: Mick Sullivan Good Ideas: also, Mick Sullivan
George Washington’s frenemy Charles Lee, who you might remember from Hamilton, gets caught in his skivvies, the guy who built the Brooklyn Bridge remembers seeing Abraham Lincoln’s undies, Mick sings a song about long underwear and more. Produced by Mick Sullivan, read by Victoria Reibel and Jason Lawrence. “Long Handle Time” song by Homer and Jethro performed by Mick Sullivan.
Nelly Bly decides to travel around the world in less than 80 days, much like Phileas Fogg, the fictional character from Jules Verne’s “Around the Wolrd in 80 Days” Also Henry Brown escapes enslavement in a dramatic way, earning the nickname “Box” Brown, and he later finds a career on the stage. Also, musician Chris Rodahaffer (Will Oldham/Bonnie Prince Billy) joins us for the song “I’ve Been All Around This World.” Created by Mick Sullivan. Readings by Victoria Reibel and Jason Lawrence. Oh Yeah, and Quiz Time!
Family Trees sure seem daunting, don’t they? Once you get past your grandparents or great-grandparents it can quickly get confusing. Rae Anne Sauer from the Sons of the American Revolution National Headquarters in Louisville, KY has seen tons of people work to discover their family trees. According to her it’s easier than you think – and you might discover some interesting things.
Created by: The Past and The Curious
Started:
October 7th, 2016
Status: Active, 129 episodes
Kind: Episodic
Language: English
When Chloe is sent off to live with her mysterious and eccentric grandmother she learns an unbelievable secret. Grandma Ivy is none other than Mother Nature herself! And Chloe is next in line to assume to the power and responsibility of the job. Can a twelve-year old learn to balance the entire world’s ecosystem while just trying to fit in at her new school? Only Mother Nature knows.
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