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Well... that happened

Smaller and interesting events through history. Odd stories which have been overlooked. Strange people with odd ambitions. Zealous warlords and errant priests. The gamut of humanity is here.And quite a lot of Stupid.Also daily (Mon - Fri) quick hits of dumb crime, idiot inventions, bizarre beliefs and all the oddities I can think of and trust me, I can think of a lot.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/well-that-happened--6149297/support.

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1:24

The Biyaga Con

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2025/05/22

Some protests work better than others.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/well-that-happened--6149297/support.

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2:20

Time Registering Closet - an invention which never...

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2025/05/21

As inventions go, this one is probably the most close to actually murdering people as placing them in an office inside a sausage machine.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/well-that-happened--6149297/support.

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1:03

Hit and Run History - It Was War

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2025/05/20

The one time humans took on the animal kingdom in War.And lost.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/well-that-happened--6149297/support.

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0:51

Hit and Run History - The Motor Car

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2025/05/19

A brief but interesting piece about Motor Cars for your midday enjoyment.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/well-that-happened--6149297/support.

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1:36

Safety Film

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2025/05/08

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0:47

Caligula Versus the Sea

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2025/05/07

Caligula Was NutsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/well-that-happened--6149297/support.

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2:46

Wiliam Trubshaw's Bathtime Adventure

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2025/05/07

William Trubshaw was a man who wanted to make a name for himself.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/well-that-happened--6149297/support.

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1:34

Hit and Run History - Don't Feed The Monkeys

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2025/05/05

Quick Hit if History for your MondayBristol Zoo was a zoo in the city of Bristol in South West England. The zoo's stated mission was to "maintain and defend" biodiversity through breeding endangered species, conserving threatened species and habitats and promoting a wider understanding of the natural world".The mammal collection at the zoo numbered around 300, representing 50 species, including: gorillas, Asiatic lions, goodfellow's tree-kangaroo, and red pandas. Among species on view at Bristol

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3:04

2nd May - Your Quick Update On May 2nd

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2025/05/02

May the 2nd is many things, but mostly May 2nd.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/well-that-happened--6149297/support.

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4:49

May 1st : Your Short Guide To Today

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2025/05/01

Stuff which occurred May 1st : Your Short Guide To TodayBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/well-that-happened--6149297/support.

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1:35

Gold, Gold and more Gold

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2025/03/02

The rivers are overflowing with gold rings. But why? And what is 'mudlarking'?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/well-that-happened--6149297/support.

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2:17

The Waterloo Helmet

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2025/03/01

The water flowing under Waterloo Bridge from the River Thames was filthy. Following the great stink of the 1840s, the Goverment were aware waste and pollution into the water was a grave concern. Particularly as the fumes from the stench polluted the otherwise fragrant air of the Parliamentary Estate. To that end, in 1868, the river was dredged; this would make the area more navigable and less… offensive to the olfactory senses. In the filth and the slime a worker spotted something glinting in the

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1:37

History Bits - Cats

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2025/02/28

The Church has always had an uneasy relationship with catsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/well-that-happened--6149297/support.

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1:37

History Bits - Cats

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2025/02/28

The church has not always been happy with cats. And there's a reason for that.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/well-that-happened--6149297/support.

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5:32

La Jenkins - The Worst Singer Ever

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2025/02/26

You think you've heard bad? You ain't heard nothing! And be happy about that.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/well-that-happened--6149297/support.

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1:33

History Bits - Stocism

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2025/02/26

Stoicism, a school of thought that flourished in Greek and Roman history of Classical antiquity.It was one of the loftiest and most sublime philosophies in the record of Western civilization.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/well-that-happened--6149297/support.

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1:20

History Bits - Sex

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2025/02/24

Sex, yes I knew that would get your attention. But there's some weird things with the old beast with two backs, don't cha knowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/well-that-happened--6149297/support.

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1:26

Short Burst - Worst Burglar in Toronto

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2025/01/01

Hapless burglar causes own downfall. Also, peckish.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/well-that-actually-happened--6149297/support.

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1:04

Short Burst - The Lady of the Rings

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2025/01/01

A ring, a chase and a bad ending.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/well-that-actually-happened--6149297/support.

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2:35

1904 Olympics

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2024/11/20

The Marathon that took place in the Olympics that year was something to behold.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/well-that-actually-happened--6149297/support.

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