Discover the surprising origin story of a beloved breakfast cereal in this episode!

Discover the surprising ways World War II transformed American style, from the clothes we wear to the beauty products we use.

Did you know that one US president never voted in an election before his own?

Discover the world's oldest known melody! Unearthed from ancient ruins, this 3,400-year-old song provides a glimpse into the musical world of the Hurrian civilization.

Get ready to explore the fascinating and forgotten foods of 19th century America! This episode uncovers surprising culinary trends of the past, from the humble baked bean to the extravagant turtle soup. You'll be shocked by what was on the menu!

Step back in time and explore the fascinating world of kitchens from a century ago!

Prohibition Secrets Revealed! During America's dry spell, bootleggers employed surprising techniques to outsmart federal agents. Discover the ingenious method they used to conceal their illicit activities, inspired by a famous fictional detective!

Discover the fascinating reason why those iconic silent films seem to move so much faster than modern movies. Uncover the secrets of frame rates and how they shaped the iconic, fast-paced style of early cinema.

This episode explores one of the strangest elections in US history. Discover the shocking reason why the Senate had to hand-pick the vice president in 1836!

Journey back to the turbulent streets of 19th-century New York City and explore the rise of notorious gangs like the Bowery Boys and Dead Rabbits. Discover the shocking connection between these gangs and the infamous Five Points neighborhood, a place once known as a symbol of squalor and crime.