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Everything Everywhere Daily: History, Science, Geography & More

Everything Everywhere Daily is a daily podcast that explores a wide range of topics in history, science, geography, and culture, delivering concise, engaging explanations designed to make complex subjects accessible and interesting to a broad audience. Every day, Everything Everywhere Daily explores fascinating subjects from world history, geography, science, culture, and current events, giving you clear, concise explanations designed to help you learn something new in just minutes. Whether it’s

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13:18

The Banality of Evil

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2025/08/07

When you think of evil, characters like Hannibal Lecter, the Joker, and Michael Myers probably come to mind. But what is evil really? Evil can take different forms: sadistic and brutal, but it can also be boring and normalized. During the 1961 trial of Adolf Eichmann, political philosopher Hannah Arendt reported on the trial for the New Yorker Magazine. Her journalism became incredibly controversial due to her account of Eichmann, viewing him as “banal,” “normal,” and a “clown.” Learn about the

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The Dreyfus Affair

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2025/08/06

In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, France was shaken by a crisis that shook French society.An army officer was wrongly convicted in a sham trial. Then over the next several years, the French military doubled down, refusing to acknowledge what they had done, and punished everyone who attempted to prove them wrong, and even letting the guilty party go. The long-term results of the controversy changed France in ways that can still be felt today. Learn more about the Dreyfus affair, why it

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14:53

The History of Cookbooks

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2025/08/05

Today, cookbooks are ubiquitous. Go to any bookstore and you can find dozens, if not hundreds, of different cookbooks. Search online, and you can find tens of thousands of websites that provide recipes. The story of cookbooks is fascinating because it mirrors the entire evolution of human civilization. Not just how we cook and prepare food, but also how we organize knowledge, and what we deem to be important. Learn more about the history of cookbooks, how they have evolved over time, and how

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13:21

The Lost Legion

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2025/08/04

One of the most legendary legions in the history of the Roman military was the Legio IX (nonam) Hispana, or the Ninth Spanish Legion. They served under Pompey the Great and later with Julius Caesar in Gaul. They later served Augustus and were pivotal in the conquest of Britain under Emperor Claudius. Then at some point, they simply disappeared. There was never a mention of them again in the historical record. For almost 2000 years, it has been one of the world’s greatest historical

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16:02

The War of 1812 (Encore)

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2025/08/03

After the American War of Independence, Britain recognized the United States, but it didn’t necessarily make them close allies. Each country had its own agendas, and a generation later, they were butting heads again over a host of issues. The result was another war, but unlike the Revolutionary War, everyone claimed victory, and no one really won anything. Learn more about the War of 1812, its causes, and its resolution on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily. Sponsors

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17:26

Questions and Answers: Volume 33

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2025/08/02

The month of August was named in honor of the emperor Augustus Caesar by the Roman Senate. Originally called Sextilis, the sixth month in the early Roman calendar, it was renamed in 8 BC to recognize Augustus’s achievements, particularly his victories and consolidation of power. According to Roman tradition, the month was chosen because several of his significant accomplishments occurred during Sextilis. In reality, the Senate was really just trying to suck up to Augustus. Instead, they should

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14:27

The Witness Protection Program

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2025/08/01

In 1970, the United States passed the Organized Crime Control Act, which established the Witness Security Program or WITSEC. Since being enacted, WITSEC has had thousands of witnesses and family members enter the program, none of whom, to date, have been killed under their protection. The program is a key weapon in the fight against organized crime and has been a subject of public fascination. Learn about the Witness Security Program, why it exists, and its impact on the American justice system

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16:40

Canned Food

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2025/07/31

For centuries, food preservation was a significant challenge for humanity. Even if you were successful in hunting or gathering food, if you could not preserve it, it would be difficult to keep enough for survival. One of the most important advancements in human history was the development of canning, allowing for food to be preserved for significantly longer periods of time. Sometimes, very long periods of time. Find out about the history of canning and its impact on humanity on this episode

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17:28

The Year 1850

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2025/07/30

The year 1850 was the mid-point of the 19th century, one of the most transformative centuries in human history. The first half of the 19th century saw wars, revolutions, and rapid technical and social changes. In fact, there was arguably more technical and social change in the world during those fifty years than there had been in the last thousand years….and it was only just the beginning. Learn more about the world in the year 1850 on the 1,850th episode of Everything Everywhere

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15:25

Captain Cook

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2025/07/29

Captain James Cook was a British explorer, navigator, cartographer, and captain in the Royal Navy whose three major voyages of exploration between 1768 and 1779 greatly expanded European knowledge of the Pacific region. His detailed maps, scientific observations, and interactions with indigenous peoples left a profound impact on geography, ethnography, and natural history. He left an indelible mark on the region, and in the end, it also killed him. Learn more about Captain Cook, his voyages,

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16:27

Zoroastrianism

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2025/07/28

Sometime between the 7th century and 13th century BC, a man was born in Eastern Persia who had a revolutionary idea. He claimed that there wasn’t a multiple gods, but rather just one god. He established a religion which, at various times, was one of the most followed in the world. Thousands of years later, it still has adherents, although only a fraction of what it once was. Learn more about Zoroastrianism, its origins, and its tenets on this episode of Everything Everywhere

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15:09

Qin Shi Huang: China’s First Emperor (Encore)

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2025/07/27

In 259 BC, a boy named Ying Zheng was born in the state of Qin in modern-day China. He was born into the royal family of the kingdom and ascended to the throne at the age of 13. For most people, becoming king would be the pinnacle of their achievements. However, this was not to be the case with the King of Qin. He would go on to achieve a status that there wasn’t even a word for. Learn more about Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of China, his life, and his legacy on this episode of Everything

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17:05

Madagascar

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2025/07/26

Located off the Southeastern coast of Africa is the island nation of Madagascar. It is a massive island nation known for its beautiful and diverse wildlife. Madagascar is a unique country, both in its history and geography, housing many unique species that are not found anywhere else in the world. Despite the nation's abundance of resources, it faces numerous challenges, including high poverty rates, inadequate infrastructure, and corruption. Learn more about Madagascar, its fascinating

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16:36

Roman Gods and Goddesses

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2025/07/25

Like many ancient civilizations, the Romans had a vast pantheon of gods. Unlike other civilizations, the Romans were very flexible in where their gods came from. In particular, they adopted many of their gods from the Greek pantheon. It wasn’t just a matter of copying them. They would often rename the gods and alter their mythology to align with Roman virtues. When it came to religion, the Romans weren’t stealing so much as they were like the Borg. Learn more about the Roman pantheon of gods

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15:50

The Murder of Kitty Genovese

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2025/07/24

On March 13, 1964, at 2:30 am, a woman named Kitty Genovese was returning home from work. As she arrived outside her apartment, a man approached her with a knife. Genovese ran towards her apartment but was stabbed and killed. The murder itself is not what made this event noteworthy. It is known for the number of witnesses who heard the attack but did not call the police or intervene. When this was reported to the media, it put the case in the national spotlight and led to the development of the

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17:15

The AK-47

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2025/07/23

In 1946, a former Soviet tank mechanic who had formal training in engineering or manufacturing submitted a design for a new gun in a competition. His design was selected, and it became the new rifle for the Soviet military. However, it didn’t just become a weapon for the Soviet Union; the design spread and within decades was being used all around the world in almost every armed conflict. Learn more about the AK-47 and how it managed to change warfare in the 20th century on this episode of

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15:56

The Lisbon Regicide

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2025/07/22

On February 1, 1908, the political fortunes of Portugal changed forever. The royal family was returning to Lisbon, traveling in an open horse-drawn carriage. While they were traveling, in broad daylight, and in front of dozens of witnesses, two radicals gunned down both the king and the heir apparent, throwing the Portuguese monarchy into chaos. The effect of what happened almost 120 years ago can still be felt today. Learn more about the Lisbon 7Regicide, how and why it happened, and its

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15:56

Holy Relics

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2025/07/21

Some of the most venerated objects in many different religions are holy relics. Relics offer a tangible connection to significant figures in various religious traditions, and they are often highly prized and sought after. In the Middle Ages, relics became a big business, and if a church had the right relics, it could boost a local economy. It became such a big business that many people began to question their authenticity. Learn more about relics, their authenticity, and the historical business

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15:21

Air Conditioning (Encore)

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2025/07/20

One of the biggest problems that humanity has faced for thousands of years is heat. Excessive heat made it difficult to work in the middle of the day. Heat was especially problematic in the tropics, where a shockingly large percentage of humanity lived. As cities became more developed, excess heat, all year round, became a limiting factor in how tall buildings could get. All of these problems were solved with one invention. Learn more about air conditioning and how it helped usher in the

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17:08

The Sinking of the Mignonette and Justified Cannibalism

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2025/07/19

On May 19, 1884, a small yacht containing four men set sail from England to Australia. On July 5th, the ship was hit by a massive wave and capsized. The crew escaped the shipwreck on a lifeboat, but was left in a horrible situation. They were hundreds of miles from land, with no fresh water, and a single pound of turnips for food. Three weeks later, on July 25, food was out, and the men were still adrift, and the sailors made the decision to kill and eat one of their own. Learn more about the

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