On this week’s episode of What the History?! Sarah and Casie are overflowing with a LAVA for the knowledge of what happened in the once long lost city of Pompeii.

Sarah takes us on a journey back to 79AD and describes the chaos and destruction caused by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius, as well as some of the only first hand accounts of the horrific day. Listen in as Casie describes the gruesome demise of thousands, uncovers the rediscovery of the mysterious Pompeii, and delves into the intriguing world of… ancient prostitution?

It may not be a recipe for basil hummus, but you’re sure to learn a thing or two (and even laugh along the way!)