November 23rd marks the anniversary of many diverse events, from Thespis of Icaria becoming the first recorded actor in 534 BC to the first episode of Doctor Who airing in 1963. This day also witnessed Romania joining the Axis powers in 1940 and the Maguindanao massacre in the Philippines in 2009. In addition to these historical milestones, November 23rd is also the birthday of numerous notable figures, including composer Manuel de Falla (1876), actor Boris Karloff (1887), and singer Miley Cyrus (1992). This podcast episode will explore a selection of these fascinating events and births, providing historical context and insights into the significance of this date.