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Unlikely Connections

Unlikely Connections

Get ready to have your mind blown with Unlikely Connections, the podcast that proves history is wilder and more wonderfully interconnected than you ever imagined! Join us as we dig into the past to link the most unexpected people, places, and things. Think you can’t connect a humble banana to a notorious bushranger? Think again! Each episode is a thrilling detective story, uncovering the hidden threads that tie our world together. Perfect for curious kids and families who love a good mystery and a

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The Sphinx to Freddie Mercury

Unlikely Connections ·

2025/08/22

Join us on a wild journey as we connect the dots between some of history's most fascinating figures. We'll start with the Great Sphinx of ancient Egypt, trace a path through the rise and fall of French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, and uncover the story of the world's shortest war. All of these threads lead to one incredible destination: the island of Zanzibar and the birth of rock icon, Freddie Mercury. Tune in to see how this unlikely connection brings history to life!Research: Mark

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00:03:35

D-Day Landings to Sabrina Carpenter

Unlikely Connections ·

2025/08/15

On this episode of Unlikely Connections, we're tracing a surprising thread from the beaches of Normandy to the pop charts of today. Join us as we connect D-Day hero and baseball legend Yogi Berra to pop star Sabrina Carpenter. How do a World War II Navy veteran, a lawsuit over a cartoon bear, and the voice of Bart Simpson all lead to the biggest name in pop? You'll have to tune in to find out!Research by Mark GrealyMusic by Sonican

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00:04:29

Shakespeare to Shaquille O'Neal

Unlikely Connections ·

2025/08/08

One wields words the other shoots hoops...but there is a connection! Come along for the ride as we connect William Shakespeare to Shaquille O'Neal...Research by Mark GrealyMusic by Sonican

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00:03:27

The Russian Revolution to Optimus Prime

Unlikely Connections ·

2025/08/01

Can it be done? Through six wonderful degrees of separation, we'll be connecting the Russian Revolution to the heroic leader of the Autobots, Optimus Prime!Research by Mark GrealyMusic by SonicanConnect with us: https://www.instagram.com/unlikelyconnections/

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00:04:20

Chocolate Milk to Playing Golf on the Moon

Unlikely Connections ·

2025/07/25

Ready to shoot for the stars?Today's challenge - to connect a glass of chocolate milk (Yum!) to playing golf on the moon!Sounds tricky doesn't it? But not impossible...let's do it! Research: Mark GrealyMusic: 'Juggling' by Andrey Rossi

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00:05:24

Bananas to Bushrangers

Unlikely Connections ·

2025/07/18

Ready for a bananas episode? Today's challenge - to connect the humble banana to the infamous Australian bushranger, Ned Kelly. Sounds impossible? Let's see how we go!Research: Mark GrealyMusic: 'Juggling' by Andrey RossiConnect with us here: https://www.instagram.com/unlikelyconnections/

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