In 1970, there were few - if any - people in America more famous than Elvis Presley and Richard Nixon. Both the King of Rock and Roll and the president of the United States were at the top of the world, and only a few years away from their dramatic falls from grace - which is part of what makes their December 21, 1970, meeting at the White House so fascinating.

#ElvisPresley #RichardNixon #WeirdHistory

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Discover the hygiene practices of US soldiers during World War II, influenced by lessons from World War I. Learn about innovations that kept soldiers clean and healthy, from chemical preventatives to specialized footwear.

#WWII #Hygiene #USSoldiers #WorldWarII #Sanitation #WarInnovations #MilitaryHealth

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Explore the fascinating life and career of Mel Blanc, the legendary voice-over artist known as 'The Man Of 1,000 Voices.' Best known for his work on Warner Bros.' Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies, Mel Blanc created some of the most iconic characters in the world of animation. This episode dives into his contributions to radio, TV, and movies, unveiling the story behind a true American icon.

#MelBlanc #LooneyTunes #voice-overartist #animationhistory #MerrieMelodies #cartooncharacters #radio #TV #movies

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Discover the surprising origins of your morning bowl of corn flakes. In this episode, we delve into the unsettling history behind why corn flakes were invented, shedding light on some unexpected and disturbing reasons.

#CornFlakes #Cereal #WeirdHistory #OriginsofCornFlakes #BreakfastHistory #FoodHistory

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Discover the inventive and often desperate food choices made for survival during the Civil War. From the devastated landscapes to the impact of blockades and reduced labor, learn how soldiers and civilians alike adapted to find sustenance. Explore how these challenges mirrored those faced by pioneers of the American West and during the Great Depression.

#FoodHistory #CivilWar #WeirdHistory #SurvivalFoods #HistoricalDiets #War-TimeFoodChallenges

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Explore the surprising truths about Queen Victoria and the Victorian era. While the period is often seen as demure, there were many misconceptions about the British monarchy. Learn about Victoria's views on mourning customs, her appreciation for the naked human form, and even the curious items she chose to be buried with. Understand the intriguing aspects of sex and societal norms during her reign.

#QueenVictoria #VictorianEra #BritishMonarchy #Victorianmourningcustoms #sexduringVictorianera #history #royalfamily #Victorianmyths

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'Roar' is not just another movie from the 1980s; it's known for being the most dangerous film ever produced. Discover the astonishing details of how 70 members of the cast and crew were injured during its filming. Uncover the wild tales and behind-the-scenes chaos that make this movie's production one of the most incredible stories in cinema history.

#Roar #MovieHistory #WeirdHistory #dangerousmovie #1981film #wildanimals #castinjuries #filmingaccidents #cinemahistory

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Discover how Abraham Lincoln’s assassination in 1865 revolutionized America's funeral practices. Learn why Lincoln's embalming transformed societal views on death and initiated the rise of the billion-dollar funeral industry.

#AbrahamLincoln #funeralbusiness #embalming #deathrituals #Americanhistory #Lincolnassassination

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Discover the impact of the French Revolution on the scientific community, focusing on the tragic death of Antoine Lavoisier, a pioneering chemist. Learn about Lavoisier's groundbreaking experiments and how he and his wife, Marie-Anne, revolutionized modern chemistry during the Enlightenment.

#Chemistry #FrenchRevolution #WeirdHistory #AntoineLavoisier #Enlightenment #Marie-AnneLavoisier #ReignofTerror #ScientificCommunity #ModernChemistry

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Discover the turbulent era of the 'Golden Age' of hijackings and how it led to the creation of the Anti-Hijacking Act of 1974. Learn about the intense period from 1960 to 1974, when there were 240 hijackings or attempted hijackings between the US and Cuba. How did these events shape aviation security as we know it today? Tune in to explore this pivotal moment in aviation history.

#PlaneHijacking #AviationHistory #WeirdHistory #Anti-HijackingAct #1974 #GoldenAgeofSkyjackings #US-CubaHijackings #AviationSecurity

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