Nerdonomy: Nerds on History

Eric and Bryan finish their revised list of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient-ish World, and Bryan nearly gets consumed by flesh eating bacteria.  Enjoy!

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Photo Credit: Angkor Wat, by Bjørn Christian Tørrissen, courtesy of Wikimedia Foundation.

Eric and Bryan welcome actor, history buff, (and Bryan’s uncle) Greg Mortensen, where they begin to re-evaluate The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Listen to see what makes the list.

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Photo Credit: “Chaco Canyon to the South” by Greg Willis, courtesy of Wikimedia Commons and Flickr.

Eric and Bryan welcome author and historian Maureen Ogle onto the show to talk about her new book In Meat We Trust: An Unexpected History of Carnivore America.  Listen as they explore a unique perspective on the history of food in America.

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Fresh off their trip to Las Vegas’s New Media Expo, Eric and Bryan offer a belated look at New Year’s traditions from across the globe, and reawaken deep-seated childhood fears.  Enjoy!

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Check out our blog tomorrow for the show notes!

Eric and Sean break down why we couldn’t have a full episode ready for this week and quickly give an update on Nerdonomy’s trip to Las Vegas for NMX 2014.

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Eric, Bryan, and the rest of the Nerds are still enjoying their Christmas vacation.  In the mean time though, Bryan wanted to share some listener feedback.  Happy New Year!

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Photo Credit:  Gold Colored Christmas ornament, by User:hmbascom, Wikimedia Commons

Eric and Bryan welcome their first spectators into the Nerdcave, as well as Nerds on Film co-host Sarah Ashley, to wrap up their month of Christmas themed episodes by talking about one of most popular Christmas stories of all time.  Merry Christmas!

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Photo Credit:  First Edition of A Christmas Carol, photographed by Heritage Auctions, Inc.  Dallas, TX

Eric and Bryan welcome a very special guest to discuss the history behind the Holiday classic, The Nutcracker, and receive some Christmas gifts from some of  their listeners!

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Photo Credit:”The Nutcracker in Opera and Ballet,” Хомелка, Wikimedia Foundation

Eric and Bryan welcome their fan Brett Lutz onto the show to discuss the origins behind Yule.

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Photo Credit: The Yule Goat, Wikimedia Foundation.

Eric and Bryan kick off December by bringing back the Wheel of History! Listen as the boys talk about the history behind Christmas decorations. Enjoy!