Join us this week as we explore the origins of Father's Day!

Although a fairly recent innovation, the origins of the internet are no less fascinating. Join us this week as we discuss the advent of the computer and how the internet was created to realize the devices full potential. 

Higher education has been an integral part of society for thousands of years. On this weeks episode we explore the different iterations of universities, from the Platonic Academy to Harvard.  

Restaurants, a staple of modern society. Be it fast food joints or fine dining establishments, we are surrounded by restaurants. In fact they are so much a part of our lives, we often don't give second thought to their history. So join us this week as we explore the fascinating origins of restaurants. 

Coffee, one of the worlds most popular drinks, with billions of cups being consumed around the world every day. Join us this week as we dive into the origins and subsequent spread of this delicious beverage. 

This week we discuss the origins of the Parthenon marbles controversy. Both the British Museum and the government of Greece claim sole ownership of these ancient Greek artworks. Find out each sides position and how this conflict has played out over time.   

Throughout human history, we have looked for ways to celebrate our mothers. This week we explore how Mother's Day was celebrated in the past, how it became an official holiday in the United States and how countries around the world celebrate. 

According to a Nielsen study, only 22% of American's know what Cinco de Mayo really celebrates.  So go ahead and take a listen to this weeks episode and find out what historical event is associated with the holiday. 

The man, the myth, the legend...... This week we delve into the life of one of the most famous men in history, Gaius Julius Caesar.

In honor of the 4/20 holiday, we decided to trace the origins of marijuana. From its early domestication in Asia  to its move across the west. See how this humble plant has grown alongside civilization for thousands of years.