The Story Behind
The Story Behind tells the extraordinary history of the ordinary. Everyday objects are more closely examined, from their ancient beginnings through the present—all within 5-10 minutes.
Sat, August 10, 2019
Cotton Swabs
Every time I use the subject of today’s episode, my husband is quick to point out how I shouldn’t. He loves to tell me about all the injuries this common household item causes, and as much as a lot of what I do depends on my hearing, I can’t help but continue to use it now and again. And I’m sure you do too. You’re listening to The Story Behind: The Extraordinary History of the Ordinary. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Cotton Swabs. Let's get social! The Story Behind Discussion Group: TheStoryBehindPodcast.com/Facebook-Group The Story Behind Facebook Page: TheStoryBehindPodcast.com/Facebook-Page The Story Behind on Instagram: TheStoryBehindPodcast.com/Instagram The Story Behind on Twitter: TheStoryBehindPodcast.com/Twitter Support the Show — Become an Executive Producer $1 Patreon Executive Producers — Extra monthly episode and thank you on an upcoming episode of The Story Behind. $5 Patreon Executive Producers — Benefits of $1 Executive Producers + Access to the MUSE series as it unfolds. Click to Support: TheStoryBehindPodcast.com/Patreon The Story Behind is also a Book! Find it on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2FkbVU5 Kindle Version: https://amzn.to/2CAn9Dj Sources About - A Q-Tips Cotton Swab History - Qtips.com The strang
Thu, May 23, 2019
Sunglasses
From starting out as eye protection against snow blindness to helping pilots navigate the skies without being blinded by the sun, the subject of today’s episode not only protects your eyes but has also been a staple of fashion for centuries, as it turns out. You’re listening to The Story Behind: The Extraordinary History of the Ordinary. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Sunglasses. Let's get social! The Story Behind Discussion Group: TheStoryBehindPodcast.com/Facebook-Group The Story Behind Facebook Page: TheStoryBehindPodcast.com/Facebook-Page The Story Behind on Instagram: TheStoryBehindPodcast.com/Instagram The Story Behind on Twitter: TheStoryBehindPodcast.com/Twitter Support the Show — Become an Executive Producer $1 Patreon Executive Producers — Extra monthly episode and thank you on an upcoming episode of The Story Behind. $5 Patreon Executive Producers — Benefits of $1 Executive Producers + Access to the MUSE series as it unfolds. Click to Support: TheStoryBehindPodcast.com/Patreon The Story Behind is also a Book! Find it on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2FkbVU5 Kindle Version: https://amzn.to/2CAn9Dj Sources Origins and History of Sunglasses - GlassesHistory.com Who Made Those Aviator Sunglasses? - The New York Times A Brief History of Sunglasses - SunglassMuseum.com The Evolution of Sunglasses - Google Arts & Culture Foster Grant Our Story! - Foster Grant The 15 Most Iconic Sunglasses of all Time - The Idle Man <a href= "https://www.thetalko.com/the-fabulous-history-of-sunglasses-their-trends-in-25-pi
Thu, April 18, 2019
Glitter
Ever hear of Shiny Object Syndrome? Usually, it’s said to refer to those who see something new and have to have it, only to get bored with it once they finally attain it. But in this episode, I wanted to know just what it is about literal shiny objects that make them so appealing to humans. And this particular shiny object is no different unless you have to clean up the mess it makes. You’re listening to The Story Behind: The Extraordinary History of the Ordinary. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Glitter. Vote for The Story Behind for the Webby Awards! CLICK HERE to vote! Let's get social! The Story Behind Discussion Group: TheStoryBehindPodcast.com/Facebook-Group The Story Behind Facebook Page: TheStoryBehindPodcast.com/Facebook-Page The Story Behind on Instagram: TheStoryBehindPodcast.com/Instagram The Story Behind on Twitter: TheStoryBehindPodcast.com/Twitter Support the Show — Become an Executive Producer $1 Patreon Executive Producers — Extra monthly episode and thank you on an upcoming episode of The Story Behind. $5 Patreon Executive Producers — Benefits of $1 Executive Producers + Access to the MUSE series as it unfolds. Click to Support: TheStoryBehindPodcast.com/Patreon The Story Behind is also a Book! Find it on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2FkbVU5 Kindle Version: https://amzn.to/2CAn9Dj Sources <a href= "http://mentalfloss
Tue, April 09, 2019
Mouthwash
One of the most fascinating things about today’s episode is not just the creation of this everyday object, but the marketing tactic of presenting a problem that many people weren’t concerned with until the solution was advertised. You’re listening to The Story Behind: The Extraordinary History of the Ordinary. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Mouthwash. Vote for The Story Behind for the Webby Awards! CLICK HERE to vote! Let's get social! The Story Behind Discussion Group: TheStoryBehindPodcast.com/Facebook-Group The Story Behind Facebook Page: TheStoryBehindPodcast.com/Facebook-Page The Story Behind on Instagram: TheStoryBehindPodcast.com/Instagram The Story Behind on Twitter: TheStoryBehindPodcast.com/Twitter Support the Show — Become an Executive Producer $1 Patreon Executive Producers — Extra monthly episode and thank you on an upcoming episode of The Story Behind. $5 Patreon Executive Producers — Benefits of $1 Executive Producers + Access to the MUSE series as it unfolds. Click to Support: TheStoryBehindPodcast.com/Patreon The Story Behind is also a Book! Find it on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2FkbVU5 Kindle Version: https://amzn.to/2CAn9Dj Sources The Crazy (and Disgusting)
Tue, April 02, 2019
Son of a Gun - Operation Switcharoo
Happy April Fool’s Day. This year, I was part of a number of other podcasts that wanted to do some cross-promotion, so if you’re looking for The Story Behind April Fool’s Day, I invite you to check out the Forgotten News Podcast. I should put a disclaimer on this episode that it may not be suitable for younger or sensitive audiences since procreation and the anatomical names for body parts are mentioned. And remember, take everything you read and hear today with a grain of salt. Enjoy this episode of the Forgotten News Podcast, and if you like it, be sure to subscribe so you’ll never miss an episode. And if you’re listening to this as a Forgotten News Podcast listener, thanks for coming over and checking out The Story Behind! Jim and Kit did a great job talking about The Story Behind this particular piece of Forgotten News Podcast and I invite you to subscribe while you’re over here. Without further ado, I’m your host Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Son of a Gun. Visit the Forgotten News Podcast website or listen over on PlayerFM or Podbay . Forgotten News Podcast on Twitter Forgotten News Podcast on Facebook Also check out Kit's other podcast, Whispered True Stories Guest Voice Jeremy Collins - Podcasts We Listen To and the Podcasts We Listen to Facebook Group Also, check out Jeremy as a guest voice on <a href= "http://thestorybehindpodcast.com/the-lead-pipe-clue-series-waterw
Thu, March 21, 2019
Muses
This special episode is a preview to a new series I am premiering over on Patreon.com/TheStoryBehind for Executive Producers at the $5 per month level called MUSE. The series follows Pattie Boyd. And, if you don’t know her name now, you’ve probably heard a few songs she is said to have inspired, like "Something" by The Beatles, "Wonderful Tonight" by Eric Clapton, and most famously, "Layla" by Eric Clapton when he was part of Derek & the Dominos. Oh, and did I mention that "Layla" was written as a love song for her while she was married to Eric’s best friend, George Harrison? But before we get into the main characters of our story, Pattie & George & Eric & Layla (oh yes, that Helvetica shirt is coming), I wanted to talk first about muses in general. The Greek origin and the word itself. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Muses. Promo Support Livestream for the Cure Let's get social! The Story Behind Discussion Group: TheStoryBehindPodcast.com/Facebook-Group The Story Behind Facebook Page: TheStoryBehindPodcast.com/Facebook-Page The Story Behind on Instagram: TheStoryBehindPodcast.com/Instagram The Story Behind on Twitter: TheStoryBehindPodcast.com/Twitter Support the Show — Become an Executive Producer $1 Patreon Executive Producers — Extra monthly episode and thank you on an upcoming episode of The Story Behind. $5 Patreon Executive Producers — Benefits of $1 Executive Producers + Access to the MUSE series as it unfolds. Click to Support: TheStoryBehindPodcast.com/Patreon The Story Behind is also a Book! Find it on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2FkbVU5 Kindle Version: https://amzn.to/2CAn9Dj Sources The Complete Guide - The Nine Muses of Greek Mythology - Owlcation The Nine Muses Of The Greek Mythology - Greek Myths and Greek Mythology Muse - Encyclopedia Britannica <a
Thu, February 14, 2019
Conversation Hearts
One of my favorite holidays just passed. February 15th. Yup, you heard me right. February 15th, not the 14th. Oh, I love Valentine’s Day, but I’m more in love with the discounted candy the day after, including a candy that apparently I’m in the minority when it comes to liking. But this year, they were harder to come by, despite being the most popular Valentine’s Day candy. The history of any modern-day candy, actually, can be attributed to these, as well. You’re listening to The Story Behind: The Extraordinary History of the Ordinary. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Conversation Hearts. Like the podcast? You’ll LOVE The Story Behind Book ! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers Click here to become an Executive Producer and support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: The Origin of the Conversation Heart - Mental Floss Chalk Full of Love: The Evolution of Conversation Hearts - National Geographic The History of Sweetheart Candies - Smithsonian 10+ Years of Conversation Hearts - Reader’s Digest The Pharmacist Who Launched America’s Modern Candy Industry - Smithsonian <li style
Thu, February 07, 2019
The Trampoline
One of my favorite things to learn about when researching episodes is how people marketed inventions that had never been on the market before. In The Story Behind Post-its , we talked about how 3M’s style of marketing was to show what the product could do, rather than just showing the product. In The Story Behind Dr Pepper , John W. Davis made it a point to tell six people every day his version of the beverage’s origin story. And, probably in the running for most audacious marketing of an invention covered by The Story Behind is today’s topic, when its inventors rented a kangaroo to help demonstrate the fun jumping capabilities of the product. You’re listening to The Story Behind: The Extraordinary History of the Ordinary. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind the Trampoline. Like the podcast? You’ll LOVE The Story Behind Book ! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers Click here to become an Executive Producer and support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: Who Made That Trampoline? - The New York Times George Nissen: Inventor of the trampoline - The Independent The up-and-down history of the trampoline - ABC News 21 Fa
Sat, February 02, 2019
Groundhog Day
Okay, campers, rise and shine and don't forget your booties 'cause it's cold out there today! No, you’re not stuck in a loop, unless you’ve already listened to this episode before. But today’s episode is all about a seemingly silly holiday that has a fascinating history behind it and a 1993 movie that probably helped it become most likely permanently attached to Bill Murray. You’re listening to The Story Behind: The Extraordinary History of the Ordinary. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Groundhog Day. Find out more about The Story Behind Book ! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers Click here to become an Executive Producer and support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: First Groundhog Day - History.com Groundhog Day 2019: Punxsutawney Phil Predicts An Early Spring - NPR Why A Groundhog? Groundhog Day History & Folklore - Farmers’ Almanac Groundhog Day 2019 facts: The history of Punxsutawney Phil - New York Post Here's How Groundhog Day Got Started - Time Legend & Lore - Groundhog.org <a href= "https://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/02/01/groundhog-
Thu, January 17, 2019
Pantyhose
Even though the topic of today’s episode isn’t necessarily exercise-related, it would be safe to say it gave me a bit of a workout this past week. Imagine paying $12 for something, then you find yourself struggling to put it on, only to have it rip. Now, because I didn’t have time to go to the store for another pair, I put some clear nail polish on the rip and hoped they would hold out for the next few hours until I could take them off and throw them away. Women, you probably know what I’m referring to. Men, don’t worry, there’s a version for you that’s available that, after a Google image search, is now painfully seared into my mind. You’re listening to The Story Behind: The Extraordinary History of the Ordinary. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Pantyhose. (By the way, the men’s version is lovingly referred to as “mantyhose.”) Get your very own copy of The Story Behind Book ! Check out Emily’s other podcast about her weight-loss journey, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook to talk more about the show and submit your own trivia! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers Click here to become an Executive Producer and support this podcast on Patreon.
Thu, January 10, 2019
Bottled Water
Remember the Left Shark from the Super Bowl a few years ago? He was supposed to be just a guy in a shark costume dancing next to Katy Perry during the halftime show. But because he decided to do his own thing, he became the center of attention. Every so often, another Left Shark will come along in the background of an event only to steal the show. The most recent of these was the Fiji Water girl during the Golden Globes red carpet, who has been given the title 2019’s first meme after appearing to have photobombed many shots of the celebrities on the red carpet. Her real name is Kelleth Cuthbert, a Canadian model and influencer. That brings us to today’s topic. As you’ll find out, this everyday object is less about necessity but more about clever marketing, even before Cuthbert generated $12 million worth of brand exposure the past week. You’re listening to The Story Behind: The Extraordinary History of the Ordinary. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Bottled Water. *Note: A previous version of this podcast episode mentioned "Sarasota Springs," instead of Saratoga Springs. Thank you to John for calling this to my attention. Find out more about The Story Behind Book ! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers Click here to become an Executive Producer and support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Perrier Orson Welles 1979 - YouTube Sources: The Fiji Water Girl's Identity Has Been Revealed And She Was An Influencer Before She Was A Meme - ELLE A Br
Thu, January 03, 2019
Toilet Paper
One of my favorite compliments I get about The Story Behind book is that people love reading it in the bathroom. At first, people seem embarrassed to tell me this, but in the introductory chapter of the book, I put a PS at the end that says, “I won’t be offended if you read it in the bathroom.. So, in case you want to bring the book into the bathroom or you just want something to think about for those awkward moments you find yourself in a stall without any reading material, this episode is for you. You’re listening to The Story Behind: The Extraordinary History of the Ordinary. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Toilet Paper. The role of Johnny Carson was played by Chris Nesi from House of EdTech . Find out more about The Story Behind Book ! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers Click here to become an Executive Producer and support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources:</spa
Thu, December 27, 2018
Re-Release of The Story Behind Christmas Traditions (Part 1)
Hey there! Hope everyone is enjoying this weird week between Christmas and New Years! When I released the last episode, The Story Behind Christmas Traditions, Part 2, I had some questions about the first part. I released that one way back in 2016, but since I’ve gotten more listeners since then, I thought it would be fun to re-release it. Even though it’s no longer Christmas, why not enjoy saying goodbye to Christmas 2018 with The Story Behind. Enjoy! There are lots of fun things in store for The Story Behind in 2019, including Patreon-exclusive content for executive producers. You can be an Executive Producer by going to Patreon.com/TheStoryBehind . Usually, I don’t get a chance to talk about Patreon on the show too much. For those who don’t know what it is, it’s a way to support artists and creators you enjoy on a monthly basis for as low as $1 a month. The reason I call those who support The Story Behind executive producers is that the job of an executive producer is to make sure funds are in place for shows to go on. They are also invested in the content, like an executive producer on television or in the movies. Another reason is that Diane from History Goes Bump called her Patreon supporters that, I absolutely loved it and made sure to get her permission before using it. Executive Producers get to look at the scripts for episodes ahead of time. And starting in 2019. Executive Producers will be getting bonus episodes with no “quick messages” - just full content. There will be a theme for this year and the monthly bonus episodes will be The Stories Behind each month. So, releasing in January will be The Story Behind January, including the history of the name, as well as information about birthstones, birth flowers, notable dates and birthdays, and a whole lot more. So if you’re looking for more episodes of The Story Behind, be sure to check out Patreon.com/TheStoryBehind . In addition, Executive Producers of $5 or more will be getting exclusive access to a new project I’m working on called Muse. It’s still in the very beginning phases so there isn’t much there, but I’m seeing this as a breakout podcast from The Story Behind. It will be a long-form series based on one specific topic. I’m aiming to put out the first episode in March, but for now, I am enjoying the research process. You’ll hear more about that project in future episodes of The Story Behind. I also wanted to take a moment to thank everyone who has purchased The Story Behind book and all the lovely pictures of people I’ve seen opening them for Christmas! You all made 2018 amazing for this podcast, and I thank you so much for all your generosity and support. And, as always, thanks for listening. Referenced: <a href= "http://thestorybehindpodcast.c
Thu, December 13, 2018
Christmas Traditions (Part 2)
As I’m recording this, I have my holiday candle burning, my kids hopped up on Christmas cookie sugar, and I’m struggling to find a way to hide Christmas presents from my husband before being able to wrap them. If you’re listening to this way later, and you haven’t already looked at the title of this episode, get ready for a throwback to what kids and retailers call The Most Wonderful Time of the Year. When I first started this podcast back in 2016, I did an episode like this and I liked it a lot, and it’s a nice way to cap off the year, since I’ll be taking a winter break with the show until the new year. You’re listening to The Story Behind: The Extraordinary History of the Ordinary. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Christmas Traditions: Part 2. Find out more about The Story Behind Book ! Are you a member of The Podcast Brunch Club ? I’m coordinating with them for a book giveaway with them, as well! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers Click here to become an Executive Producer and support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers FreeXMasMP3.com Sources: The Death of Baldur - Norse-Mythology.org Why Do We Kiss Under the Mistletoe? - History.com Pucker Up! Why Do People Kiss Under the Mistletoe? - Live Science Mistletoe Traditions - Mistletoe.o
Thu, December 06, 2018
Tipping
I love my job as a podcast editor. I get to listen to podcasts every day and get paid for it, and my clients are absolutely wonderful, as many podcasters often are. One of my clients, Catherine, is the producer for Solo Travel Talk with Astrid Clements of AstridTravel.com . Every episode I listen to, I find out about travel destinations that all end up going on my bucket list. But when I edited a particular episode, answering questions about today’s topic as it pertains to different parts of the world, I was fascinated to find out that it was more than what I assumed was a way of saying thank you to a restaurant server. You’re listening to The Story Behind: The Extraordinary History of the Ordinary. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Tipping. Find out more about The Story Behind Book ! Are you a member of The Podcast Brunch Club ? I’m coordinating with them for a book giveaway with them, as well! This month’s theme: Last Seen. Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers Click here to become an Executive Producer and support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: 'It's the Legacy of Slavery': Here's the Troubling History Behind Tipping Practices in the U.S. - Time Sharecropping - PBS Debunking myths: the real origins of ‘posh’ and ‘tip’ - Oxford Dictionaries <li style="font-wei
Thu, November 29, 2018
Balloons
When I was in Washington, DC, a few weeks ago, I stopped at the International Spy Museum before leaving. I could have stayed in there for hours, and it was incredible to see these gadgets and spy equipment that we normally only see in movies. But a set of pictures intrigued me. They were of both Union and Confederate soldiers using the topic of today’s episode to spy on one another. Not only would they use this to observe the enemy, but they were also able to learn the terrain of the battlefield, take inventory, and even aim accordingly in the direction of the oncoming enemy. Oh, and this “spy vehicle” wasn’t concealed at all. You’re listening to The Story Behind: The Extraordinary History of the Ordinary. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Balloons. Grab your copy of The Story Behind Book ! Are you a member of The Podcast Brunch Club ? Find out how you can WIN a copy from them, plus meet other podcast listeners in your area! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers Click here to become an Executive Producer and support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: Balloon - Etymonline.com This Party’s Blowin’ Up - Slate Frequently Asked Questions - The Balloon Council The Physics Of The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Balloons - Wired <a href= "
Thu, November 22, 2018
Cranberry Sauce
This past year has been one of the busiest I’ve ever had. I could never have imagined two years ago that starting this podcast would have brought me the most amazing listeners in the world or that they would go from listeners to the best book launch team I could have imagined. Since we’re celebrating Thanksgiving in the United States this week, I wanted to take a moment to tell you how thankful I am for everything you’ve done for me and this podcast. From sharing the show with your friends and family, to writing such kind words and Amazon reviews for The Story Behind book, to supporting the show on Patreon, and for all those times you’ve shared trivia you’ve learned on the show or shared trivia back with me. I hope your holiday season is a happy one. And I look forward to seeing where The Story Behind goes in 2019, because you’ve proven that even though I write and produce the show, you are actually what makes the show great. So, thank you! I hope listeners in the United States had a lovely Thanksgiving and hopefully can have some fun conversation about today’s topic while eating the leftovers. You’re listening to The Story Behind: The Extraordinary History of the Ordinary. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Cranberry Sauce. Find out more about The Story Behind Book ! Bonus link for reading the show notes: Ultimate Party Meatballs recipe Still looking for recipes? Check out Adam from Odd Dad Out and his cranberry sauce recipe. Are you a member of The Podcast Brunch Club ? I’m coordinating with them for a book giveaway with them, as well! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Jeffrey Segu
Thu, November 15, 2018
Sick Sayings
Sorry for the delayed episode this week! If you follow me on Instagram or Twitter, you may have seen that I went to DC Podfest. And the first day I was there, I woke up with the beginnings of a cold. Luckily, I was able to get a hold of a bottle of Zicam fairly quickly and stave off the cold for a few days … until I got home. And then, it hit. This week has been a bit of a fever dream for me, but it made me start to wonder about some of the things we say when we’re sick and the origins, so get ready for a bit of an etymology episode. But as long as there have been humans, humans have been getting sick, and many of these idioms carry a lot of unverifiable history with them. And, much like the cure for the common cold, the true origin stories of these phrases may never be found. You’re listening to The Story Behind: The Extraordinary History of the Ordinary. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Sick Sayings. Find out more about The Story Behind Book ! Are you a member of The Podcast Brunch Club ? I’m coordinating with them for a book giveaway with them, as well! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Jeffrey Seguritan, Podcasts We Listen to, Dan Gallagher, Jonathan Bloom, Ryan P. Jackson, Barry G, Bandrew Scott, Jarrod Dunham, Linguist Sam, Ryle Davis Jr., Dave Jackson, Sunshine & PowerCuts, Everyone Has a Podcast, Adam Higgins, The Beardcaster, Elikqitie, Jim Collison, North Omaha History Podcast, Dan Brenic, Two Peas on a Podcast, Jason Bryant, History Goes Bump, The One Word Go Show, and Stargate Pioneer. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: <a href= "https://abcnews.go.com/Health/ColdandFluNew
Thu, November 08, 2018
Boston Baked Beans
If you follow @StoryBehindPod on Instagram, you may have seen that I went to Boston last weekend for the Sound Education conference at Harvard University to be on a panel with other history podcasters that included Liz Covart from Ben Franklin’s World, Patrick Wyman from Tides of History, and David Stenhouse from BackStory. I respect these podcasters greatly and it was such an honor to be in the same room as them. Because my travel schedule is pretty hectic this month, I only stayed in Boston for one day so I didn’t get to experience anything outside of Harvard and the train station, but if you’ve ever been to Boston, you know that it seems there’s history on every street. I got to hang out with Chris Nesi from The House of #EdTech podcast while I was there and he suggested I do an episode relating to Boston. Since any history regarding Boston would be a huge undertaking, I wanted to pick something a little more obscure, but still very much Boston-related. And food is always one of my favorite topics to research. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Boston Baked Beans. Find out more about The Story Behind Book ! Are you a member of The Podcast Brunch Club ? I’m coordinating with them for a book giveaway with them, as well! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Jeffrey Seguritan, Podcasts We Listen to, Dan Gallagher, Jonathan Bloom, Ryan P. Jackson, Barry G, Bandrew Scott, Jarrod Dunham, Linguist Sam, Ryle Davis Jr., Dave Jackson, Sunshine & PowerCuts, Everyone Has a Podcast, Adam Higgins, The Beardcaster, Elikqitie, Jim Collison, North Omaha History Podcast, Dan Brenic, Two Peas on a Podcast, Jason Bryant, History Goes Bump, The One Word Go Show, and Stargate Pioneer. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: <u
Thu, November 01, 2018
Africa by Toto
This is a very special episode of The Story Behind. Believe it or not, two years ago I pressed Publish on the first three episodes of this podcast, The Story Behind the Theremin, The Story Behind Dry Ice, and The Story Behind Sugar Skulls. This podcast was supposed to be a side-project for me. It was supposed to just take up a little of my time, so I could continue my hobby of podcasting while holding a full-time job and when I was pregnant with my son. That’s what it was supposed to be. But in the two years since the show began, it took on more. It became my favorite distraction. It allowed me to geek out over things I never had a reason to learn otherwise. And it kept my brain from going to complete mush with pregnancy brain and post-partum brain. Plus, it led me to a career in podcasting and finally, it became the basis for The Story Behind book. Now, after last year’s one-year and 100th episode special of The Story Behind The Musical, which was sung, I knew it would take a lot to top that for this year’s episode. In fact, it’s gonna take a lot to drag me away from you. There’s nothing that a 100 episodes or more could ever do. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind “Africa” by Toto. Find out more about The Story Behind Book ! Are you a member of The Podcast Brunch Club ? I’m coordinating with them for a book giveaway with them, as well! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Jeffrey Seguritan, Podcasts We Listen to, Dan Gallagher, Jonathan Bloom, Ryan P. Jackson, Barry G, Bandrew Scott, Jarrod Dunham, Linguist Sam, Ryle Davis Jr., Dave Jackson, Sunshine & PowerCuts, Everyone Has a Podcast, Adam Higgins, The Beardcaster, Elikqitie, Jim Collison, North Omaha History Podcast, Dan Brenic, Two Peas on a Podcast, Jason Bryant, History Goes Bump, The One Word Go Show, and Stargate Pioneer. <a href= "https://www.patreon.com/thestorybehin
Thu, October 25, 2018
Play-Doh
If you’re a parent who has even been on Pinterest and looked for activities for your child, you’ve probably seen at least a dozen different recipes for modeling clay or sensory dough, as it’s sometimes called. Most of the recipes are different variations on the mixture of flour, water and salt dough I remember using to make Christmas ornaments. So, one morning this week, I was searching for a recipe for my son. I spent a good 20 minutes making it, mixing in different colors, getting just the right proportions of flour to water to coconut oil so it wouldn’t stick to my hands or leave a greasy mess, only to have my son pick it up, drop it on the cat, and decide he was done with it. 20 minutes of making it, only to have it covered in cat hair after a minute or so. After all that, I threw away the dough I had made and added today’s topic to the shopping list partially because it was easier to keep in the house and more convenient. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Play-Doh. Find out more about The Story Behind Book ! Find out about The Monday American Podcast giveaway for The Story Behind book in their October 4th episode, The Korean War (Part III): A War No Victor . Are you a member of The Podcast Brunch Club ? I’m coordinating with them for a book giveaway with them, as well! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Jeffrey Seguritan, Podcasts We Listen to, Dan Gallagher, Jonathan Bloom, Ryan P. Jackson, Barry G, Bandrew Scott, Jarrod Dunham, Linguist Sam, Ryle Davis Jr., Dave Jackson, Sunshine & PowerCuts, Everyone Has a Podcast, Adam Higgins, The Beardcaster, Elikqitie, Jim Collison, North Omaha History Podcast, Dan Brenic, Two Peas on a Podcast, Jason Bryant, History Goes Bump, The One Word Go Show, and Stargate Pioneer. <li style="fon
Thu, October 11, 2018
The Printing Press
If you’re listening to this episode when it comes out, you may know that The Story Behind book will be released on Monday, October 15th. In the spirit of that, I’ll be doing a few episodes revolving around books. This topic seemed almost too easy to cover, since the invention was something I think we all remember learning about in grammar school. But, as per usual with this podcast and the book, whenever I dig a little deeper, I always find out new information that wasn’t in my history books. While those books were most likely printed using modern-day printers, there wouldn’t even have been widespread use of books without today’s topic in the first place. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind the Printing Press. I’ll be releasing a separate episode with a book update, plus a sneak peek into the book’s acknowledgments because I really want to thank everyone, not just in the book, but also in the podcast, so check your podcast app and the show notes for that link. The Story Behind Book Update #2 Find out more about The Story Behind Book ! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Jeffrey Seguritan, Podcasts We Listen to, Dan Gallagher, Jonathan Bloom, Ryan P. Jackson, Barry G, Bandrew Scott, Jarrod Dunham, Linguist Sam, Ryle Davis Jr., Dave Jackson, Sunshine & PowerCuts, Everyone Has a Podcast, Adam Higgins, The Beardcaster, Elikqitie, Jim Collison, North Omaha History Podcast, Dan Brenic, Two Peas on a Podcast, Jason Bryant, History Goes Bump, The One Word Go Show, and Stargate Pioneer. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: <a href= "https://www.livescience.com/43639-who-invented
Thu, October 11, 2018
Book Update #2
There will be a new episode this week, but I also wanted to put out a bonus episode talking about The Story Behind book, which releases Monday, October 15th. In all honesty, it's still not real, even after getting the advanced copies of the book, and on top of everything, social media fatigue and impostor syndrome have really gone into overdrive the past few weeks. But before the book launch day is here, I wanted to thank you all, once again, for all your support. Plus, get a preview of the acknowledgments section in this episode. Find out more about The Story Behind Book ! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Jeffrey Seguritan, Podcasts We Listen to, Dan Gallagher, Jonathan Bloom, Ryan P. Jackson, Barry G, Bandrew Scott, Jarrod Dunham, Linguist Sam, Ryle Davis Jr., Dave Jackson, Sunshine & PowerCuts, Everyone Has a Podcast, Adam Higgins, The Beardcaster, Elikqitie, Jim Collison, North Omaha History Podcast, Dan Brenic, Two Peas on a Podcast, Jason Bryant, History Goes Bump, The One Word Go Show, and Stargate Pioneer. Click here to support this podcast on Patr
Thu, September 27, 2018
Banned Books
Only a few more weeks until The Story Behind book is out! And one of my podcasting mentors and buddies Dave Jackson gave me the idea to do a bunch of episodes relating to books around this time to hopefully set the mood for its release. While I was looking into different topics, I found out that the week this comes out, the week from September 23-29, 2018, is Banned Books Week, so what better time to have that as a topic. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Banned Books. Find out more about The Story Behind Book ! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Dan Gallagher, Jonathan Bloom, Ryan P. Jackson, Barry G, Bandrew Scott, Jarrod Dunham, Linguist Sam, Epic Film Guy Nick, Ryle Davis Jr., Dave Jackson, Sunshine & PowerCuts, Everyone Has a Podcast, Adam Higgins, The Beardcaster, Elikqitie, Jim Collison, North Omaha History Podcast, Dan Brenic, Two Peas on a Podcast, Jason Bryant, History Goes Bump, The One Word Go Show, and Stargate Pioneer. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: Qin Shi Huang: The ruthless emperor who burned books - BBC.com Bannings and Burnings in History - FreedomToRead.ca The History (and Present) of Banning Books in America - lithub.com Banned Books Week - American Booksellers Association
Thu, September 20, 2018
Hairspray
School picture time is here and every time I get my daughter ready for her picture, I try not to follow current trends too much. I have this fear she’ll have the same experience I had in 1990 when my mom decided to go all out with my school picture and not only give me a big enough pinafore on my dress that it could double as a wind sail on a small boat, but she also teased my bangs and hair so much that I remember the photographer moving his camera back to get the full look. And, yes, if you follow The Story Behind on Twitter, Instagram and in the Facebook group, I’ll post the picture for you all to see. I also encourage you to post some of your school photos so I don’t feel as bad. But I bring up this picture for a reason. There wouldn’t have been that awful picture in the world without the topic of today’s episode. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Hairspray. Find out more about The Story Behind Book ! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Jonathan Bloom, Ryan P. Jackson, Barry G, Bandrew Scott, Jarrod Dunham, Linguist Sam, Ryle Davis Jr., Dave Jackson, Sunshine & PowerCuts, Everyone Has a Podcast, Adam Higgins, The Beardcaster, Elikqitie, Jim Collison, North Omaha History Podcast, Dan Brenic, Two Peas on a Podcast, Jason Bryant, History Goes Bump, The One Word Go Show, and Stargate Pioneer. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: The Story Behind: The Musical! Music for Makers Sources: The History of Hairspray Products - Leaf.tv <a href= "https://www.aol.c
Thu, September 13, 2018
Matches
I honestly didn’t think I would be as interested in the history of today’s topic when I first started reading about it. There was a lot of chemistry involved and anyone who knew me in high school knows that was the worst subject for me. When you listen to the episode, you’ll notice I kept the chemistry aspect to a minimum. But as I kept researching, what intrigued me the most was when the chemistry switched to biology and women’s studies toward the end, when working conditions for those making today’s subject resulted in a serious epidemic and women went on strike to protect themselves and other workers. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Matches. Find out more about The Story Behind Book ! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Jonathan Bloom, Ryan P. Jackson, Barry G, Bandrew Scott, Jarrod Dunham, Linguist Sam, Ryle Davis Jr., Dave Jackson, Sunshine & PowerCuts, Everyone Has a Podcast, Adam Higgins, The Beardcaster, Elikqitie, Jim Collison, North Omaha History Podcast, Dan Brenic, Two Peas on a Podcast, Jason Bryant, History Goes Bump, The One Word Go Show, and Stargate Pioneer. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: A History of the Match - The Museum of Everyday Life History of Chemical Matches - ToughtCo.com John Walker's Friction Light - BBC History of Matches and Lighters - Hi
Thu, September 06, 2018
The Teddy Bear
I love when I find out an origin story I think I knew turns out to be either a widely believed false rumor or when I find out other people learned different origin stories. That’s what this episode is about, so if you think you already know the story behind today’s subject, you may be surprised to learn there are actually multiple versions. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind the Teddy Bear. Check out Varmints! Episode 73 — Black Bears Find out more about The Story Behind Book ! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Jonathan Bloom, Ryan P. Jackson, Barry G, Bandrew Scott, Jarrod Dunham, Linguist Sam, Epic Film Guy Nick, Ryle Davis Jr., Dave Jackson, Sunshine & PowerCuts, Everyone Has a Podcast, Adam Higgins, The Beardcaster, Elikqitie, Jim Collison, North Omaha History Podcast, Dan Brenic, Two Peas on a Podcast, Jason Bryant, History Goes Bump, The One Word Go Show, and Stargate Pioneer. If you’re interested in freshening up your own show or starting a podcast, visit EPodcastProductions.com and use the promo code STORYBEHIND
Thu, August 30, 2018
Roller Coasters
For us in the Northern Hemisphere, the summer is pretty much reaching the end. And, as a parent, I’m pretty happy about that because it means my daughter is back in school. But before we start talking about Pumpkin Spice-everything and the holiday season, here’s one last hurrah. And, for many like me, no summer is complete without having ridden the topic of today’s episode at least once. Although, you might be surprised to learn its origins actually began as a winter recreational activity. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Roller Coasters. ---- It's less than two months until The Story Behind Book releases and I am so super excited and it still doesn’t seem real yet. If you haven’t pre-ordered your copy yet, you can find the book on Amazon.com and BarnesandNoble.com . Now, believe it or not, there are a lot of books with “The Story Behind” in the title, so people have said searching The Story Behind with my name works well. Or, the super easy way is to go to TheStoryBehindBook.com and click the links over there. By the way, the more people order the book, the more the price will go down, and when you pre-order on Amazon, you won’t be charged until the day it releases, so the more people you share this news with, the more the price will go down. And, one more thing, I was told by my publisher to let people know that if you are an Amazon Associates member, you can make an affiliate link to the book on Amazon and share the link with your audience on your blog or website to receive a little kickback when people purchase it using your link. Anyway, thank you to everyone who has been promoting the book so far. You are all amazing and it’s meant the world to me that fellow podcasters and listeners have been some of my biggest supporters. This really is one of the best communities in the world. So, thank you! ---- Find out more about The Story Behind Book ! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Jonathan
Thu, August 09, 2018
S'mores
This episode will be told in layers. The tasty summer treat I’m talking about has three ingredients, and while they’re all delicious on their own, together they are incredible. And this episode will be set up similarly, with different stories smushed together into one show. This episode has just a little mature subject matter in the first section that refers to the birds and the bees, just a heads up. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind S’mores. Find out more about The Story Behind Book at TheStoryBehindBook.com ! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Ryan P. Jackson, Barry G, Bandrew Scott, Jarrod Dunham, Linguist Sam, Epic Film Guy Nick, Ryle Davis Jr., Dave Jackson, Sunshine & PowerCuts, Everyone Has a Podcast, Adam Higgins, The Beardcaster, Elikqitie, Jim Collison, North Omaha History Podcast, Dan Brenic, Two Peas on a Podcast, Jason Bryant, History Goes Bump, The One Word Go Show, and Stargate Pioneer. If you’re interested in freshening up your own show or starting a podcast, visit EPodcastProductions.com and use the promo code STORYBEHIND for $25 off a Strategy Session. Hope to talk to you soon! Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Proud supporter of #PodernFamily , #HumanitiesPodcasts & #LadyPodSquad on Twitter. Media: Music for Makers Sources: The Origin of Graham Crackers - Snopes Looking to Quell Sexual Urges? Consider the Graham Cracker - The Atlantic <a href= "h
Thu, August 02, 2018
Roadside Attractions
Today I’m doing a collaborative show with Josh Hallmark from the podcast Our Americana, which explores unique small towns across America through the stories that impact, cultivate, and challenge community. America can feel oppressive. Every day it feels more and more like pieces of it are disappearing. That it’s losing its value. But … there are monuments and mementos of the past if we just take a moment from our busy lives to take a look. Strange reminders of small victories, new life, love stories, and the strength of community. These stories are all around us, relics of station wagon days, on the highways and gravel roads that connect us all. It’s easy to dismiss them as icons of capitalism; if you build it, they will come, and buy. But, there’s always something more there, something deeper. I'm Josh Hallmark from Our Americana and I'm Emily Prokop and this is the story behind Roadside Attractions. ** Visit OurAmericanaPodcast.com to listen to Episode 4.4: Roadside Attractions (Monuments) ** Find out more about The Story Behind Book ! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Barry G, Bandrew Scott, Jarrod Dunham, Linguist Sam, Epic Film Guy Nick, Ryle Davis Jr., Dave Jackson, Sunshine & PowerCuts, Everyone Has a Podcast, Adam Higgins, The Beardcaster, Elikqitie, Jim Collison, North Omaha History Podcast, Dan Brenic, Two Peas on a Podcast, Jason Bryant, History Goes Bump, The One Word Go Show, and Stargate Pioneer. If you’re interested in freshening up your own show or starting a podcast, visit EPodcastProductions.com and use the promo code STORYBEHIND for $25 off a Strategy Session. Hope to talk to you soon! Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Proud supporter of #PodernFamily , #HumanitiesPodcasts & #LadyPodSquad on Twitter. Media: <a hre
Thu, July 19, 2018
Headphones
If you’re listening to this when it comes out, you may know that next week I’m going to a huge conference for podcasters known as Podcast Movement. And I thought it only appropriate to do an episode related to this. You may be using the topic of today’s episode right now and listening to this episode with it. You may have even been appalled two years ago when Apple announced it was getting rid of the jack to plug today’s episode topic into on their iPhones. Nevertheless, almost everybody has a pair or two nowadays. And many, like me, may not even use them for their intended purpose, which is to listen to music or podcasts, but as a way to safeguard ourselves from talkative coworkers or overly friendly sales people. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Headphones. Order your copy of The Story Behind Book ! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Barry G, Bandrew Scott, Jarrod Dunham, Linguist Sam, Epic Film Guy Nick, Ryle Davis Jr., Dave Jackson, Sunshine & PowerCuts, Everyone Has a Podcast, Adam Higgins, The Beardcaster, Elikqitie, Jim Collison, North Omaha History Podcast, Dan Brenic, Two Peas on a Podcast, Jason Bryant, History Goes Bump, The One Word Go Show, and Stargate Pioneer. If you’re interested in freshening up your own show or starting a podcast, visit EPodcastProductions.com and use the promo code STORYBEHIND for $25 off a Strategy Session. Hope to talk to you soon! Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Proud supporter of #PodernFamily , #HumanitiesPodcasts & #LadyPodSquad on Twitter. Media: Music for Makers California Dreamin’ - The Mamas & The Papas Sources: <a href= "https://visual.ly/community/infographic/technology/history-headphone
Thu, July 12, 2018
The Necktie
One of my favorite things about doing this podcast is looking at things in everyday life and wondering if they still have the same purpose they did when they were invented. This week’s subject is a bit ambiguous. It’s most notably known for bringing a pop of color and whimsy to an otherwise drab suit, but aside from that, it’s more seen as form over function. Yet it’s so ubiquitous and has been around for hundreds of years, showing no signs of going out of fashion, despite many men counting down the minutes until they can loosen theirs every day. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind the Necktie. Find out more about The Story Behind Book ! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind (@StoryBehindPod): Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Barry G, Bandrew Scott, Jarrod Dunham, Linguist Sam, Epic Film Guy Nick, Ryle Davis Jr., Dave Jackson, Sunshine & PowerCuts, Everyone Has a Podcast, Adam Higgins, The Beardcaster, Elikqitie, Jim Collison, North Omaha History Podcast, Dan Brenic, Two Peas on a Podcast, Jason Bryant, History Goes Bump, The One Word Go Show, and Stargate Pioneer. If you’re interested in freshening up your own show or starting a podcast, visit EPodcastProductions.com and use the promo code STORYBEHIND for $25 off a Strategy Session. Hope to talk to you soon! Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Proud supporter of #PodernFamily , #HumanitiesPodcasts & #LadyPodSquad on Twitter. Media: Music for Makers Sources: A Twisted History of Neckties - The Washington Post The Evolution of the Necktie - Tie-a-tie.net <a href= "http://www.todayifoundout.com/index.php
Thu, July 05, 2018
The Stethoscope
If you’ve ever read Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Tell-Tale Heart,” you may hear a heartbeat as something a little creepy. Although it’s funny to note that on many sound machines for babies, a heartbeat is offered as a way to help them remember one of the sounds they heard in the womb. However, for doctors, the sound of a heartbeat can tell an awful lot about a person. It’s one of the first things they listen to during a physical exam. It’s also one of the first things an OB-GYN looks for and, later in the pregnancy, listens to for a pregnant woman. While listening to the heart isn’t new in the world of medicine, one of the most common tools for doing so is only a little more than 200 years old. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind The Stethoscope. Find out more about The Story Behind Book ! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Barry G, Bandrew Scott, Jarrod Dunham, Liguist Sam, Epic Film Guy Nick, Ryle Davis Jr., Dave Jackson, Sunshine & PowerCuts, Everyone Has a PodcastAdam Higgins, The Beardcaster, Elikqitie from Travel Gluten Free, Jim Collison, North Omaha History Podcast, Dan Brenic, Two Peas on a Podcast, Jason Bryant, History Goes Bump, The One Word Go Show, and Stargate Pioneer. If you’re interested in freshening up your own show or starting a podcast, visit EPodcastProductions.com and use the promo code STORYBEHIND for $25 off a Strategy Session. Hope to talk to you soon! Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Proud supporter of #PodernFamily , #HumanitiesPodcasts & #LadyPodSquad on Twitter. Media: Music for Makers Sources: The Art of Listening - US National Library of Medicine <a href= "https://ceufast.c
Thu, June 28, 2018
Book Update #1
No new episode this week, but I wanted to give a quick update on the book, since I am up against deadline right now to get it finished on time. I also wanted to thank everyone in The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook for their encouragement and support, and also go through some of the #TriviaTuesday posts from the past few weeks. Thank you to everyone who listens to the show and has been so patient waiting for new episodes. You are all basically my inspiration whenever I sit down to get another chapter done. :) Find out more about The Story Behind Book ! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Linguist Sam, Diane and Denise from History Goes Bump , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from <a href= "https://thehistoryph
Thu, June 14, 2018
Hamburgers
Earlier this week, one of the funniest exchanges on social media came about after the company known as IHOP changed out their P, which stood for Pancakes, to a B. Initially, no one knew what the B stood for. International House of Breakfast? International House of Bacon? International House of Brunch, complete with mimosas? Nope. The B stood for Burgers, something IHOP has offered on its menu in the past, but when they finally revealed what the mystery was, they also decided to change their marketing to reflect that. And people were bittersweet about the change, including some of the other fast-food social media accounts, with Wendy’s even throwing shade on their Twitter account, saying, “Can’t wait to try a burger from the place that decided pancakes were too hard.” So, that gave me the idea for this week’s episode. And, by the way, the change from IHOP to IHOB is only a temporary marketing campaign. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Hamburgers. Find out more about The Story Behind Book ! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Linguist Sam, Diane and Denise from History Goes Bump , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , Gerald and Andy from Two Peas on a Podcast , Bandrew Scott from The Bandrew Says Podcast and Podcastage YouTube Channel, Adam from Everyone Has a Podcast , and Barry G, Jim Collison from The Average Guy Network , the <a href= "https://nor
Thu, June 07, 2018
Bingo
Knock at the door One fat lady Rugby team Sweet sixteen A duck and a flea The famous street in Manhattan No, those weren’t bloopers, although I’m sure this episode will have plenty. Those were actually number nicknames used in a particular game that’s been around for 500 years we’ll be talking about today. This isn’t your granny’s church basement version, either. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Bingo. The role of Edwin S. Lowe was played by Stargate Pioneer from the GonnaGeek Network , and it was watching Better Podcasting before writing this episode with him and Stephen Jondrew that inspired this topic. So, there you go, Stephen and SP, you guys saved my podcast tonight! Support my friend Joe in Relay for Life this weekend: https://www.facebook.com/donate/204582960340595/ Find out more about The Story Behind Book ! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Linguist Sam, Diane and Denise from History Goes Bump , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , Gerald and Andy from Two Peas on a Podcast , Bandrew Scott from The Bandrew Says Podcast and Podcastage YouTube Channel, Adam from Everyone Has a Podcast , and Barry G, Jim Collison from The Avera
Thu, May 31, 2018
Pong
If you’re one of the die-hard listeners of The Story Behind who eagerly await the episode to be released at midnight Eastern time on Thursdays -- yes, Adam, I’m talking to you — you may be wondering why it’s a few hours late. Usually, when an episode is late, it’s because I’m either dealing with family things or taking too long editing. But not tonight. The reason is that I’m hopelessly addicted to a game on my phone called Toon Blast. And I was on a winning streak tonight so, yeah, not a very good excuse. But it did give me an idea for this week’s episode. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Pong. Find out more about The Story Behind Book ! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Learn about Podcast Share at PodcastShare.net or by following @PodcastShare on Twitter. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Linguist Sam, Diane and Denise from History Goes Bump , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , Gerald and Andy from Two Peas on a Podcast , Bandrew Scott from The Bandrew Says Podcast and Podcastage YouTube Channel, Adam from Everyone Has a Podcast , and Barry G, Jim Collison from The Average Guy Network , the North Omaha History Podcast and Dave Jackson from the School of Podcasting . If you’re interested in
Thu, May 17, 2018
The Traffic Light
As many of you know, The Story Behind is being turned into a book, which means I’m in the process right now of doing probably one of my favorite parts of making the podcast, which is doing a ton of research in preparation. This week’s episode will be one of the chapters in the book, but the information and the inventor was one I found hard to keep to myself until the book came out. Even though we may curse at this week’s topic sometimes, it’s saved numerous lives and made driving much safer since its invention. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind the Traffic Light. Help Support Livestream for the Cure! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Learn about Podcast Share at PodcastShare.net or by following @PodcastShare on Twitter. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Linguist Sam, Diane and Denise from History Goes Bump , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , Gerald and Andy from Two Peas on a Podcast , Bandrew Scott from The Bandrew Says Podcast and Podcastage YouTube Channel, Adam from Everyone Has a Podcast , and Barry G, Jim Collison from The Average Guy Network , the North Omaha History Podcast and Dave Jackson from the School of Podcasting . If you’re interested in freshening up your own show or starting a podcast, visit
Thu, May 10, 2018
Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen
I’ve only done one other episode of The Story Behind about a song, and that was The Story Behind Imagine by John Lennon. And if you’ve been in the Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook, you probably would think I would be doing The Story Behind Arica by Toto. Well, not yet. Usually, I get ideas for topics from stumbling into a piece of trivia I find fascinating during the week. However, this week, my son has been not only working on walking, but working on his first words, and his favorite one lately kept getting a particular song in my head. Want a hint? “Mama” I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen. Help Support Livestream for the Cure! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Learn about Podcast Share at PodcastShare.net or by following @PodcastShare on Twitter. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Linguist Sam, Diane and Denise from History Goes Bump , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , Gerald and Andy from Two Peas on a Podcast , Bandrew Scott from The Bandrew Says Podcast and Podcastage YouTube Channel, Adam from Everyone Has a Podcast , and Barry G, Jim Collison from The Average Guy Network , the North Omaha History Podcast and Dave Jackson from the School of Podcasting . If
Thu, May 03, 2018
Livestream for the Cure
This will be a different episode from normal, since I normally don’t do interview shows, but I wanted to bring on Nick from the Epic Film Guys to talk a little bit about the fundraiser he and other podcasters are doing called Livestream for the Cure. Nick is one of my oldest friends in podcasting and we met each other when we were in the beginning stages of podcasting, so I know you’ve heard me talk about him before. He was even on the episode The Story Behind Forrest Gump (The Movie) and he’s also provided me with his voice for previous shows and even a picture of his Beard for The Story Behind Beards. He’s a great friend to me and supporter of the show, so I am so honored to have him as a guest on today’s episode. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Livestream for the Cure. Help Support Livestream for the Cure! Watch the video of our conversation! Watch the Blooper Reel of our conversation! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Linguist Sam, Diane and Denise from History Goes Bump , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , Gerald and Andy from Two Peas on a Podcast , Bandrew Scott from The Bandrew Says Podcast and Podcastage YouTube Channel, Adam from Everyone Has a Podcast , and Barry G, Jim Collison from The Average Guy Network , the <a href=
Thu, April 26, 2018
Your Host, Trivia Nerd Emily Prokop
If this is your first episode, this is a warning it’ll be a little different than past episodes, but it will also be a good way to hear what this show is about. Does that make sense? Don’t worry. It will. On the day I’m recording it, it is currently my birthday. It’s the ninth time I am turning 27, or 35 if you want to rub it in. And one of the great things about social media is getting birthday wishes from all over the world, so, really, I’ve been celebrating for 36 hours. One message came from Rhett from The Wall-Fly Podcast who wished me a happy birthday and joked about The Story Behind Emily. But, since I hadn’t really planned ahead for this week’s episode, I thought it was a great idea, so thanks, Rhett! So, this might seem like a little bit of vanity episode, and you’re more than welcome to skip it, but as I’ve found with podcasts I listen to, I really love learning about the host, so I hope you’ll enjoy this! I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Emily Prokop Help Support Livestream for the Cure! Thanks to Rhett from The Bar-Fly Podcast for the idea for this episode! Check out Emily’s other podcast, Hate to Weight ! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Learn about Podcast Share at PodcastShare.net or by following @PodcastShare on Twitter. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Linguist Sam, Diane and Denise from History Goes Bump , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , Gerald and Andy from Two Peas on a Podcast , Bandrew Scott from <a href= "http://www.geeksrising.com/bandre
Thu, April 19, 2018
The Paperclip
This episode is actually one of the first topics I ever thought to talk about when I created the show. And I weirdly kept putting it off. Whenever I tell someone what my podcast is about, I say something along the lines of it being a short history podcast about everyday things. And this particular topic has been the first thing that has popped into their minds as something I would do an episode on. Well, after more than 100 episodes, I’m finally doing it. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind the Paperclip. Help Support Livestream for the Cure! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Linguist Sam, Diane and Denise from History Goes Bump , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , Gerald and Andy from Two Peas on a Podcast , Bandrew Scott from The Bandrew Says Podcast and Podcastage YouTube Channel, Adam from Everyone Has a Podcast , and Barry G, Jim Collison from The Average Guy Network , the North Omaha History Podcast and Dave Jackson from the School of Podcasting . If you’re interested in freshening up your own show or starting a podcast, visit EPodcastProductions.com and use the promo code STORYBEHIND for $25 off a Strategy Session. Hope to talk to you soon! Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Proud supporter of <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/podern
Thu, April 12, 2018
Mercury Retrograde
While not scientifically proven as a reason why communication and technology fails, there was plenty of evidence in this episode to prove otherwise, including having to record three times. I'm your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Mercury Retrograde. Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Learn about Podcast Share at PodcastShare.net or by following @PodcastShare on Twitter. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Linguist Sam, Diane and Denise from History Goes Bump , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , Gerald and Andy from Two Peas on a Podcast , Bandrew Scott from The Bandrew Says Podcast and Podcastage YouTube Channel, Adam from Everyone Has a Podcast , and Barry G, Jim Collison from The Average Guy Network , the North Omaha History Podcast and Dave Jackson from the School of Podcasting . If you’re interested in freshening up your own show or starting a podcast, visit EPodcastProductions.com and use the promo code STORYBEHIND for $25 off a Strategy Session. Hope to talk to you soon! Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Proud supporter of #PodernFamily , #HumanitiesPodcasts & #LadyPodSquad on
Thu, April 05, 2018
The Paralympics
I am pleased to have worked with Win from the podcast Ask Win for this episode and I’m going to let her introduce it. When Win first talked to me about doing an episode in conjunction with Cerebral Palsy Awareness month, which was in March, many of the articles and stories I read were about people with Cerebral Palsy who were amazing athletes competing in the Paralympics. Through that rabbit hole, I discovered Dr. Guttmann and the BBC movie “The Best of Men,” which is an incredible feel-good movie, if you get a chance to watch it. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind The Paralympics. Special thanks, again to Win from the podcast Ask Win for her introduction and inspiration for this episode. The role of Dr. Ludwig Guttmann was played by Dan Brenic from Netflix ‘N Swill . Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Learn about Podcast Share at PodcastShare.net or by following @PodcastShare on Twitter. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Linguist Sam, Diane and Denise from History Goes Bump , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , Gerald and Andy from Two Peas on a Podcast , Bandrew Scott from The Bandrew Says Podcast and Podcastage YouTube Channel, Adam from Everyone Has a Podcast . and Barry G, Jeremy Collins from Podcasts We Listen To , Jim Collison from The Average Guy Network , t
Sun, April 01, 2018
April Fool's Day "Remastered"
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Thu, March 22, 2018
PEZ
If you follow The Story Behind on Instagram, you may have seen our weekend adventure with the family to the factory where today’s sugary-sweet topic is made. We looked at the old uniforms ladies used to wear to dispense the candy, which is funny because the candy already comes in a plastic dispenser to begin with. Find out the history of this almost 100-year-old treat, including the outlaw in the ‘90s who sold made a Black market for the dispensers. And by the way, there will be details at the end of the show for how you can enter to win a giveaway of today’s topics. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Pez. Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Want to be a part of The Story Behind Book Tour? I’d love to come to your city for bar trivia or game night at your house to meet you and other listeners! If you’re on the Eastern side of the U.S., reach out to me and let me know if that’s something you’d be interested in. You can email me at Emily@TheStoryBehindPodcast.com or visit TheStoryBehindPodcast.com/Contact . Learn about Podcast Share at PodcastShare.net or by following @PodcastShare on Twitter. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Sam Dunn, Diane and Denise from History Goes Bump , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , Gerald and Andy from Two Peas on a Podcast , Bandrew Scott from The Bandrew Says Podcast and Podcastage YouTube Channel, Adam from Everyone Has a Podcast . and Barry G, Nic
Thu, March 15, 2018
Pi(e)
If you’re listening to this on the day it comes out, beware the Ides of March! That is if you’re Julius Caesar. But in all honesty, I tried looking up the ides of March and, really, when I found out how Romans calculated dates and that they actually counted backward from certain points within the month instead of, you know, sequentially, I gave up and got a slice of today’s topic to celebrate March 14th instead. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Pi(e). Want to be a part of The Story Behind Book Tour? I’d love to come to your city for bar trivia or game night at your house to meet you and other listeners! If you’re on the Eastern side of the U.S., reach out to me and let me know if that’s something you’d be interested in. You can email me at Emily@TheStoryBehindPodcast.com or visit TheStoryBehindPodcast.com/Contact . Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Learn about Podcast Share at PodcastShare.net or by following @PodcastShare on Twitter. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Sam Dunn, Diane and Denise from History Goes Bump , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , Gerald and Andy from Two Peas on a Podcast , Bandrew Scott from The Bandrew Says Podcast and Podcastage YouTube Channel, Adam from Everyone Has a Podcast . and Barry G, Nick and Justin from Epic Film Guys , Jeremy Collins from Podcasts We Listen To</a
Thu, March 01, 2018
The Band-Aid
For those who don’t know, I am incredibly accident-prone. I’ve never had any sort of grace. In fact, it’s a miracle I’ve never broken any bones. But one thing I do end up with are a lot of cuts and scrapes, and we end up keeping quite a large supply of the topic of today’s episode in the house at all times From the ubiquitous First-Aid kit staple, to an 80s supergroup, to Penny Lane and her friends in the movie "Almost Famous," the episode is a little all over the place, but don’t worry, I’ll try to “stick” to the topic as much as possible. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind the Band-Aid. Check out Heather Welch’s Sunshine Summit , where I will be a guest March 13th, and the summit runs from March 9-16. Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Learn about Podcast Share at PodcastShare.net or by following @PodcastShare on Twitter. Want to find out about The Story Behind book coming soon? Visit http://thestorybehindpodcast.com/book-updates ! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Sam Dunn, Diane and Denise from History Goes Bump , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , Gerald and Andy from Two Peas on a Podcast , Bandrew Scott from The Bandrew Says Podcast and Podcastage YouTube Channel, Adam from Everyone Has a Podcast . and Barry G, Nick and Justin from Epic Film Guys , Jeremy Collins from <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/group
Thu, February 22, 2018
Post-its
One of my favorite movies I feel doesn’t get enough love is Romy & Michele’s High School reunion, starring Mira Sorvino and Lisa Kudrow as two 20-somethings who realize their 10-year high school reunion is coming up and begin to transform their lives so they can go back and impress their former classmates. They come up with a story of inventing something they think no one will question them on -- this movie came out in 1997, before we all had tiny computers in our pockets to fact check these things. The product they choose is the subject of today’s episode, which, spoiler alert, was not invented by Romy or Michele. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Post-It Notes. Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Learn about Podcast Share at PodcastShare.net or by following @PodcastShare on Twitter. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Sam Dunn, Diane and Denise from History Goes Bump , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , Gerald and Andy from Two Peas on a Podcast , Bandrew Scott from The Bandrew Says Podcast and Podcastage YouTube Channel, Adam from Everyone Has a Podcast . and Barry G, Nick and Justin from Epic Film Guys , Jeremy Collins from Podcasts We Listen To , and the North Omaha History Podcast and Dave Jackson from the School of Podcasting . If you’re interested in freshening up your own show or starting a
Mon, February 05, 2018
Sliced Bread
Today’s topic came about in 1928, and in the span of time since then, many things have been said to be the greatest thing since its invention. The more I read about it, and how easy it made people’s lives, the more I realize the idiom about how great it is isn’t too far off the mark. Because of this topic, sandwiches were made faster, toasters increased in sales and became a common wedding present, and breakfasts became easier to make on the fly. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Sliced Bread. The snippet from Time Magazine was read by Harriet Morris from the podcast Eating Coach , and who is, funnily enough, working with me to help me make healthier choices that don’t always include sliced bread. Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Learn about Podcast Share at PodcastShare.net or by following @PodcastShare on Twitter. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Sam Dunn, Diane and Denise from History Goes Bump , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , Gerald and Andy from Two Peas on a Podcast , Bandrew Scott from The Bandrew Says Podcast and Podcastage YouTube Channel, Adam from Everyone Has a Podcast . and Barry G, Nick and Justin from Epic Film Guys , Jeremy Collins from Podcasts We Listen To , and newest Executive Producers, the North Omaha History Podcast and Dave Jackson from the School of Podcasting. <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thes
Mon, January 29, 2018
The Pink Slip
Hey there! Remember me? Yup, The Story Behind is finally back after a hiatus I did not expect would be as long as it has. Here’s the short version of what happened and why it was so long, and I promise this has everything to do with today’s topic. I started editing and writing show notes for other podcasts on the side before I found out in October that I was going to be let go from my full-time job. When I found that out, it was the week I was gearing up for episode 100, so on top of learning a musical number, I also made the decision to turn helping people with their podcasts into a full-time business in the new year. So, I spent the majority of my time creating E Podcast Productions, and if you’re interested in learning more about that, you can visit the website at EPodcastProductions.com, but you’re here to learn some history, right? Besides for those who are new to The Story Behind and are listening to the back catalog, it’s like I never left. Although, none of this would be possible had it not been for the subject of today’s episode. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind the Pink Slip. Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Learn about Podcast Share at PodcastShare.net or by following @PodcastShare on Twitter. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Linguist Sam, Diane and Denise from History Goes Bump , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , Gerald and Andy from Two Peas on a Podcast , Bandrew Scott from The Bandrew Says Podcast and Podcastage YouTube Channel, Adam from Everyone Has a Podcast . a
Thu, November 02, 2017
The Musical!
Warning: If you usually listen to this podcast at a faster speed, singing will be used and this might be a good time to slow your podcast player down. If you’ve been with me from the very beginning, you know every so often I like to thrown in a little singing now and then. I try to deny being a theater person, but I secretly am. The theater bug bites me every so often and I want to be in a show again. And not just any show. I was brought up listening to Rodgers & Hammerstein, singing along with Julie Andrews and Bernadette Peters, and had it not been for my lack of grace when it comes to dancing, I probably would have pursued it more. But, now that I have a podcast, and I wanted to celebrate the 100 episodes by doing something special, and no one has to see my bad coordination. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind: The Musical! Originally, I had a song for this episode’s promo, but I decided to record this straight instead. I just wanted to thank everyone who has supported the show. I’m really proud of not only making it to 100 episodes, but also the one year anniversary of The Story Behind. And many of you have been there from the beginning. Thank you for joining the The Story Behind Facebook Group, Liking the Story Behind Facebook page, following @storybehindpod on Twitter and Instagram, becoming executive producers by supporting the show on Patreon.com, sending notes, emails, DMs of encouragement, retweeting, commenting, telling your friends … really, you guys are the lifeblood of this podcast to keep it going. There’s going to be some exciting things planned for this podcast and myself and I can’t wait to share it with you all. So here’s to another 100 and another year of The Story Behind. Oh, and if you’re an executive producer of The Story Behind, you can hear the original song I recorded for the promo by going to Patreon.com/TheStoryBehind. LYRICS This is the story all about the modern major musical The history’s quite large and certain facts might be disputable It started back in Greece where many theaters were acoustical The middle ages brought them back with church and tra-ve-ling minstrels The 17- and 18-hundreds’ shows were quite satirical Though op-er-a quite serious the musicals were comical The views expressed may not have always suited those imperial But entertainment wins and they continued to be fash’niable. With names like Strauss and Offenbach they spread fast geographical They hit the U.S.A. and folks enjoyed a bit of Vaud-eh-ville The history’s quite large and certain facts might be disputable This is the story all about the modern major musical Burlesque, we will not cover because this podcast is for all ears But just to note this was a part of musicals for several years Extravaganzas, Pantomimes and farces were all met with cheers The theater thrived and fattened wallets of investing financiers Broadway emerged as the grand force to rule all th
Mon, October 30, 2017
Reese's Peanut Butter Cups
I made the mistake of researching and writing this episode with my 6-year-old daughter next to me. And at 8:30 in the morning, the pictures of the familiar orange and yellow wrappers on screen proved to be the catalyst for a 20-minute session of her begging to have the subject of today’s episode for breakfast. And, really, as someone who has made her share of bad breakfast decisions, it seemed hypocritical of me to deny her. Besides, it has 5 grams of protein, so it’s basically healthy, right? I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups. Related Episode: The Story Behind Peanut Butter | Cheap, Easy and Worth Fighting For (TSB006) Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Learn about Podcast Share at PodcastShare.net or by following @PodcastShare on Twitter. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Sam Dunn, Diane and Denise from History Goes Bump , Scott Smith from Recovering from Religion , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , and Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , Gerald and Andy from Two Peas on a Podcast , Bandrew Scott from The Bandrew Says Podcast and Podcastage YouTube Channel, Adam from Everyone Has a Podcast . and Barry G, Nick and Justin from Epic Film Guys , and newest Executive Producer, Jeremy Collins from Podcasts We Listen To . <a href="https
Thu, October 26, 2017
Kit Kat
I should probably apologize in advance for today’s topic, since last week’s episode The Story Behind Lollipops got Shirley Temple and The Chordettes stuck in the heads of a few listeners. I promise I won’t play the theme song to the candy bar I’ll be talk about in this episode, but if it gets stuck in your head anyway, you’re not alone. A poll from the University of Cincinnati proved that the Gimme a Break jingle was one of the most common earworm. And probably just by saying that catchphrase, you already know what this episode is about. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Kit Kat. Thank you to my coworkers who willingly volunteered to be my guinea pigs to try the different flavored Kit Kats. Thanks, also, to listener Amie for telling me I could buy Japanese Kit Kats on Amazon, and to Stephen Jondrew from Better Podcasting and GonnaGeek.com for sending me pictures of Canadian Kit Kats last minute. Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Learn about Podcast Share at PodcastShare.net or by following @PodcastShare on Twitter. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest *NEW* | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Sam Dunn, Diane and Denise from History Goes Bump , Scott Smith from Recovering from Religion , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , and Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , Gerald and Andy from Two Peas on a Podcast , Bandrew Scott from The Bandrew Says Podcast and Podcastage YouTube Channel, Adam from Everyone Has a
Mon, October 23, 2017
Baby Ruth
I thought I knew the story behind this candy bar before researching it, but it turns out, there was more layers to this story than I originally thought. You know how in Shrek, there’s the line “Ogres are like onions,” equating their personalities with that of the layers in an onion? Well, the story behind this episode’s topic is broken down into layers, as well, which is convenient since the candy bar, itself, is layered with nougat, peanuts, caramel and finally chocolate. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Baby Ruth. Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Learn about Podcast Share at PodcastShare.net or by following @PodcastShare on Twitter. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest *NEW* | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Sam Dunn, Diane and Denise from History Goes Bump , Scott Smith from Recovering from Religion , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , and Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , Gerald and Andy from Two Peas on a Podcast , Bandrew Scott from The Bandrew Says Podcast and Podcastage YouTube Channel, Adam from Everyone Has a Podcast . and Barry G, Nick and Justin from Epic Film Guys , and newest Executive Producer, Jeremy Collins from Podcasts We Listen To . Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Proud supporter of #PodernFamily , #Hum
Thu, October 19, 2017
Lollipops
From Egyptians eating honey on sticks to today’s modern-day confections, this subject of this episode is kicking off a series that will hopefully lead us into Halloween with a sweet twist. Just to warn you, there are some ear worms in this episode, so take my advice and if you happen to get a song stuck in your head, as I have since researching it, sing a Queen song. That always helps me. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Lollipops. Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Learn about Podcast Share at PodcastShare.net or by following @PodcastShare on Twitter. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest *NEW* | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Sam Dunn, Diane and Denise from History Goes Bump , Scott Smith from Recovering from Religion , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , and Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , Gerald and Andy from Two Peas on a Podcast , Bandrew Scott from The Bandrew Says Podcast and Podcastage YouTube Channel, Adam from Everyone Has a Podcast . and Barry G, Nick and Justin from Epic Film Guys , and newest Executive Producer, Jeremy Collins from Podcasts We Listen To . Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Proud supporter of #PodernFamily , #HumanitiesPodcasts & #Lady
Mon, October 16, 2017
Tissues
Every fall and spring, my husband and I buy the topic of today’s episode by the case for our allergies. And with a new baby in the house, we’ve been buying even more. We have a box in almost every room in the house. We most likely take them for granted, until we run out that is. In this episode, we’ll look at the original, non-disposable version used for centuries through the more recent invention most of us know and use today. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Tissues. Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Learn about Podcast Share at PodcastShare.net or by following @PodcastShare on Twitter. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest *NEW* | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Sam Dunn, Diane and Denise from History Goes Bump , Scott Smith from Recovering from Religion , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , and Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , Gerald and Andy from Two Peas on a Podcast , Bandrew Scott from The Bandrew Says Podcast and Podcastage YouTube Channel, Adam from Everyone Has a Podcast . and Barry G, Nick and Justin from Epic Film Guys , and newest Executive Producer, Jeremy Collins from Podcasts We Listen To . Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Proud supporter of #PodernFamily , #HumanitiesPodcasts & <a href= "
Thu, October 12, 2017
Handcuffs
From crime dramas to magic acts to "50 Shades of Grey," today’s topic is known around the world, although there are restrictions in place depending on the country about how a person is displayed with them. France, for example, prohibits the media from showing pictures of people with them until they’ve been convicted. Those being restrained with the device in Hong Kong are offered head coverings for anonymity. And in Japan, a person’s hands may be blurred in photographs if they’re wearing them. Normally when I have to make a disclaimer for episodes, they involve content that may not be suitable for all ages. But this episode’s disclaimer is a bit different. So here it goes: The content you’re about to hear is intended for educational purposes. The Story Behind does not endorse any use of this information to evade law enforcement or commit illegal acts. Are you intrigued yet? I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Handcuffs. Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Learn more about Podcast Share at PodcastShare.net or by following @PodcastShare on Twitter. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest *NEW* | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Sam Dunn, Diane and Denise from History Goes Bump , Scott Smith from Recovering from Religion , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , and Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , Gerald and Andy from Two Peas on a Podcast , Bandrew Scott from The Bandrew Says Podcast and Podcastage YouTube Channel, Adam from Everyone Has a Podcast . and newest executive producers, Barry G. and Nick and Justin from <a hr
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Mon, October 09, 2017
The Toothbrush
Usually I grab inspiration for my episodes from random instances during my week when I take a moment and wonder the history behind things we may take for granted. Well, this week, I went to the dentist and while I was in the chair, getting my teeth cleaned, I began wondering about this week’s topic. And, I’m getting a crown put in on Thursday, so there’s a possibility I’ll come up with even more dental-themed topics for the near future, just to warn you. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind the Toothbrush. The role of Horace Miner was played by Adam from Everyone Has a Podcast , and if you happen to be looking for a new toothbrush, Adam and his cohost Bryon have a promo code for a free Quip toothbrush refill by going to tryquip.com/ehap . Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Learn more about Podcast Share at PodcastShare.net or by following @PodcastShare on Twitter. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest *NEW* | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Sam Dunn, Diane and Denise from History Goes Bump , Scott Smith from Recovering from Religion , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , and Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , Gerald and Andy from Two Peas on a Podcast , Bandrew Scott from The Bandrew Says Podcast and Podcastage YouTube Channel, and newest Executive Producer, Adam from Everyone Has a Podcast . Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Proud supporter of <a href="https://twitt
Thu, October 05, 2017
Las Vegas
If you’re listening to this the week it comes out, I’m going to break away from the usual format of the show to editorialize that this was a tough week, no? Sunday night, 59 people were killed and more than 520 people were injured when a gunman shot at a group of 22,000 concert-goers from 32nd floor of the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. This is now the deadliest mass shooting in recent history. Monday morning was not only a day of somber mourning, head shaking, anger, and grief. But breaking through all the bleakness, were people like Chris who hosts Faces and Aces Las Vegas , Tweeting updates and how others can help. And in The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook, I wanted to thank everyone who shared their stories and memories they have from Vegas: Scott, Jarrod, Hannah, Mona, Ro, Glenn and Jessica. It may seem weird to try to do an episode about a whole city, and I will be the first to admit that I can never fully do it justice. But the more I thought about this bright, bustling city in the middle of a desert, the more interested I became in its history. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Las Vegas. Listen to Faces & Aces LV's most recent episode #VegasStrong : http://www.facesandaceslv.com/vegasstrong/ Learn more about Podcast Share at PodcastShare.net or by following @PodcastShare on Twitter. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Sam Dunn, Diane and Denise from History Goes Bump , Scott Smith from Recovering from Religion , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , and Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , Gerald and Andy from <a hre
Mon, October 02, 2017
Monster Trucks
Anyone who grew up in the ‘80s and ‘90s in America probably remember the commercials during Saturday morning cartoons showing the subject of today’s episode. These giant beast machines were jumping over buses, crushing cars, and coming to a coliseum near you. Even if you’ve never been to a show, the iconic voice behind day of the week many events took place is sure to dig up some memories. "SUNDAY, SUNDAY, SUNDAY!" Well, actually, this episode is set to release on a Monday "Oh, OK ... MONDAY, MONDAY, MONDAY!" I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Monster Trucks. The role of the Monster Truck announcer was played by Mat from The One Word, Go! Show , who is also one of The Story Behind Executive Producers. Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Learn more about Podcast Share at PodcastShare.net or by following @PodcastShare on Twitter. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Sam Dunn, Diane and Denise from History Goes Bump , Scott Smith from Recovering from Religion , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , and Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , Gerald and Andy from Two Peas on a Podcast , Bandrew Scott from The Bandrew Says Podcast and Podcastage YouTube Channel, and newest Executive Producer, Adam from Everyone Has a Podcast . Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Proud supporter of #PodernFamily , <a href
Thu, September 28, 2017
Podcasts
THE FOLLOWING AUDIO HAS BEEN CORRECTED: Christopher Lydon, not Dave Lydon, is known as the first voice to be released as a downloadable MP3 on an RSS feed in 2003. *** Everyone has a story about how they discovered podcasts and on Saturday, Sept. 30, you can celebrate your love of podcasts on International Podcast Day. How can you celebrate? Send an email or a Tweet to your favorite podcast to let them know you enjoy their work. Find new podcasts to listen to. Tell your friends and family about podcasts they might enjoy and, more importantly, show them how to listen. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Podcasts. Special thanks to Dave Jackson from SchoolofPodcasting.com , Daniel J. Lewis from TheAudacitytoPodcast.com , and Rob Walch from Libsyn.com and Podcast411 for their help with this episode. Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Learn more about Podcast Share at PodcastShare.net or by following @PodcastShare on Twitter. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Sam Dunn, Diane from History Goes Bump , Scott Smith from Recovering from Religion , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , Two Peas on a Podcast , newest Executive Producer Bandrew Scott from The Bandrew Says Podcast and Podcastage YouTube Channel. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon.
Mon, September 25, 2017
Procrastination
As I’m recording this episode, it’s a few hours before I usually publish. In fact, I wrote this episode only hours ago from scratch. Did you ever have one of those weekends when you knew you had to do something -- in my case, write Monday’s episode -- and for some reason, other things came along and distracted you? That was me. Things like wanting to relax after work on Friday instead of writing, or deciding to finally put away a load of laundry, to writing Thursday’s episode instead, to helping a friend with his podcast. Basically, I waited until my husband was out of the house and my son was taking a nap to finally get around to writing this episode. And I decided to go with a topic that reflected my weekend. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Procrastination. Learn more about Podcast Share at PodcastShare.net or by following @PodcastShare on Twitter. Recommended Podcasts for Productivity: The Productive Woman and Beyond the To-Do List Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Sam Dunn, Diane and Denise from History Goes Bump , Scott Smith from Recovering from Religion , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , and Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , Gerald and Andy from Two Peas on a Podcast , and newest Executive Producer Bandrew Scott from The Bandrew Says Podcast and Podcastage YouTube Channel. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. <
Thu, September 21, 2017
Pockets
If you haven’t looked at the title of this episode yet, let me give you a little quiz of your musical knowledge to help introduce today’s topic. What does these things have in common? The Pretenders’ brass, Perry Como’s falling star, Natasha Bedingfield’s sunshine, Alanis Morissette's hand, and P-Money’s cash? They’re all kept in the subject of this episode. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Pockets. The role of Harry Houdini was played by Brian Earl from the podcast, Illusion . Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Learn more about Podcast Share at PodcastShare.net or by following @PodcastShare on Twitter. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest *NEW* | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Linguist Sam, Diane from History Goes Bump , Scott Smith from Recovering from Religion , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online , and newest executive producer, Two Peas on a Podcast ! Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Proud supporter of #PodernFamily , #HumanitiesPodcasts & #LadyPodSquad on Twitter. Media: Music for Makers Sources: The Weird Complicated Sexist History of Pockets - Mic.com BOOK: The Right Way to Do Wrong by Harry Houdini
Mon, September 18, 2017
Clowns
The following contains subject matter that may not be appropriate for younger listeners or anyone with any sort of fear of clowns. Listener discretion is advised. I was wrong when I thought my days of referencing Tim Curry were over when I finished up The Story behind Clue Series. But with the release of IT in September of 2017 came shattered box office records and a majority of my favorite podcasts talking about the new version with Bill Skarsgard in the title role. But as a kid, I knew the 1990 version after my dad bet me $10 I couldn’t sit through the made-for-TV version starring Tim Curry. And, weirdly, Stephen King’s IT became probably one of my favorite horror films and Pennywise became an icon in the world of scary movie monsters. The Stephen King novel the movies are based on is looked at as one of the pivotal moments the subject of today’s episode went from a character bringing happiness and laughter to a character that it’s said 42 percent of Americans are afraid of. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Clowns. Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Learn more about Podcast Share at PodcastShare.net or by following @PodcastShare on Twitter. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest *NEW* | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Linguist Sam, Diane from History Goes Bump , Scott Smith from Recovering from Religion , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net , Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts , and Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online . Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Proud supporter of #PodernFamily , #HumanitiesPodcasts & #LadyPodSquad on
Thu, September 14, 2017
The Pumpkin Spice Latte
Here in New England where I live, the fall is probably the most loved season. The leaves change, it gets a bit cooler, and nothing sounds better than being cozy warm in a cable knit sweater. It all sounds very calm and serene, doesn’t it? But there’s an underlying current to the first few hints at fall. We know it’s coming, we just don’t know when. That beverage that’s supposed to be reminiscent of comfort food to be enjoyed by a warmth hearth. But then, the craziness takes over. All of a sudden, people start posting memes of it with young women dressed in leggings and UGG boots holding this seasonal beverage, while real women in leggings and UGG boots are hashtag-self-aware-don’t-care about posting their own photos of them with today’s topic. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind the Pumpkin Spice Latte. Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Learn more about Podcast Share at PodcastShare.net or by following @PodcastShare on Twitter. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest *NEW* | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Sam Dunn, Diane from History Goes Bump , Scott Smith from Recovering from Religion , Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill , and newest Executive Procucers Jarrod Dunham from TheHistoryphile.net and Heather Welch from Sunshine and PowerCuts . Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Proud supporter of #PodernFamily , #HumanitiesPodcasts & #LadyPodSquad on Twitter. Media: Music for Makers Sources: The Dark And Murky History Of Pumpkin Spice - The Chicagoist <a href=
Mon, September 11, 2017
Clue: The Game
Welcome to The Story Behind: Clue Series. In every episode of this series, we talk about the history of one of the original weapons used in the game, “Clue.” This series may not be appropriate for all ages and listener discretion is advised. This is the final episode of The Story Behind Clue Series. I hope you’ve all enjoyed talking about the weapons in the classic game, as well as talking about the 1985 movie. In this episode, we’re going back to the very beginning to talk about the game, itself. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Clue: The Game. Learn more about Podcast Share at PodcastShare.net or by following @PodcastShare on Twitter. The Clue Series Butler you heard at the beginning of the episode was played by Paul from Rick and Paul Heal the World . Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page at patreon.com/thestorybehind : Stargate Pioneer from GonnaGeek.com , Mat from the One Word, Go! Show , Sam Dunn, Diane from History Goes Bump , Scott Smith from Recovering from Religion , and newest Executive Producer Dan Brenic from Netflix N’ Swill . Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: "Dance of Deception" Kevin MacLeod ( incompetech.com ) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Happy Happy Game Show" Kevin MacLeod ( incompetech.com ) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Music for Makers Sources: Clue & Cluedo - The Big Game Hunter Get a Cluedo: The Wonderful Story of Everyone's Favorite Mystery Game - Mental Floss <a href= "http://mentalflo
Thu, September 07, 2017
Clue: The Movie
Welcome to The Story Behind: Clue Series. In every episode of this series, we talk about the history of one of the original weapons used in the game, “Clue.” This series may not be appropriate for all ages and listener discretion is advised. This is the second-to-last episode of The Story Behind Clue Series. Since we’re out of weapons to talk about, let’s shift our attention to the movie I’ve gotten tons of clips from. And I wanted to take a moment to thank everyone who has sent in clips for the series -- I had a lot of fun putting these episodes together. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Clue: The Movie. The Clue Series Butler you heard at the beginning of the episode was played by Paul from Rick and Paul Heal the World . The role of Roger Ebert was played by Adam Higgins from Odd Dad Out and Mom & Dad Cuss a Little . Singing telegram imitation provided by Amy from Ladies Love Paul Rudd . Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website This show is brought to you by the executive producers, who support the show through Patreon at patreon.com/TheStoryBehind . Media: "Dance of Deception" Kevin MacLeod ( incompetech.com ) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Happy Happy Game Show" Kevin MacLeod ( incompetech.com )
Mon, September 04, 2017
The Knife
Welcome to The Story Behind: Clue Series. In every episode of this series, we talk about the history of one of the original weapons used in the game, “Clue.” This series may not be appropriate for all ages and listener discretion is advised. I had to save the knife for last in this series because there’s just so much information about them, and I’m only able to barely touch the surface of the full story behind this particular weapon. I can say, however, that the other weapons in this series like the revolver and the rope are actually better choices when it comes to MURDER (lighting). But, for the sake of suspension of disbelief in playing the game and watching the movie Clue, let’s ignore the fact that if you’re stabbed you have a 96 percent chance of survival, shall we? I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind The Knife. The Clue Series Butler you heard at the beginning of the episode was played by Paul from Rick and Paul Heal the World . The role of Galvarino was played by Stephen Jondrew from GonnaGeek.com . Mrs. Peacock imitations provided by CeCe from Sincerely Yours and Amy from Ladies Love Paul Rudd . Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website This show is brought to you by the executive producers, who support the show through Patreon at patreon.com/TheStoryBehind . Media: "Dance of Deception" Kevin MacLeod ( incompetech.com ) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Happy Happy Game Show" Kevin MacLeod ( incompetech.com ) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Music for Makers Sources: Knife History - The Knife Connection Clue Movie Props - therpf.com Penetrating cardiac injuries: a population-based study. - US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health Role of diagnostic techniques in the ini
Thu, August 31, 2017
The Revolver
In 1966, the Beatles played their friend Klaus Voorman their song “Tomorrow Never Knows” while Voorman went to work sketching what would become the cover to the band’s next album, which I referenced in The Story Behind Imagine (by John Lennon). This album contained the songs “Taxman,” “Eleanor Rigby,” and “Good Day, Sunshine,” and was almost called After Geography. This suggestion was Ringo Starr’s idea of a pun based on the Rolling Stones releasing Aftermath. Get it? After-geography? After-math? Like a high school schedule. Luckily, the band went with a very to-the-point title that referenced what the record, itself, does when being played. But that’s neither Here, There or Everywhere when it comes to the game and movie Clue. We’re here to talk about the weapon used for MURDER. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind The Revolver. The Clue Series Butler you heard at the beginning of the episode was played by Paul from Rick and Paul Heal the World . Professor Plum imitations provided by Amy from Ladies Love Paul Rudd . If you’d like to add your voice to the podcast, join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook to be notified when I’m looking for guest voices for the show. This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page: Stargate Pioneer, Mat from the One Word Go Show, Sam Dunn, and History Goes Bump! Thank you for your support! Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Take the #2PodsADay Challenge! Visit 2PodsADay.wordpress.com or follow @2PodsADay on Twitter. Media: "Dance of Deception" Kevin MacLeod ( incompetech.com ) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Happy Happy Game Show" Kevin MacLeod ( incompetech.com ) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Music for Makers Sources: Beatles' 'Revolver': 15 Things You Didn't Know - Rolling Stone <a href=
Mon, August 28, 2017
The Rope
Welcome to The Story Behind: Clue Series. In every episode of this series, we talk about the history of one of the original weapons used in the game, “Clue.” This series may not be appropriate for all ages and listener discretion is advised. And now, I present your host. The weapon we’re talking about in this episode is probably the most ubiquitous of the Clue weapons. While its original intent may have been for utility purposes, the number of ways it could be used for MURDER range from strangling to hanging to the medieval method of being hanged, drawn and quartered. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind The Rope. The Clue Series Butler you heard at the beginning of the episode was played by Paul from Rick and Paul Heal the World . Mrs. White imitations provided by Chris, Emily Kendall and Michael from Redemption – A Star Wars actual-play podcast .; Jennifer Pratt, who will be coming out with a science fiction podcast soon; and Amy Pascale from Ladies Love Paul Rudd and part of the hashtag #LadyPodSquad group on Facebook and Twitter, which any lady-podcaster can join and talk with other women about all-things podcasting. This episode was brought to you by The Story Behind Executive Producers who support the show through the Patreon Page: Stargate Pioneer, Mat from the One Word Go Show, Sam Dunn, and History Goes Bump! Thank you for your support! Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Looking for more female-hosted podcasts? Find them by searching #LadyPodSquad on Twitter. Take the #2PodsADay Challenge! Visit 2PodsADay.wordpress.com or follow @2PodsADay on Twitter. Other Episodes referred to: The Story Behind Lucky Numbers Media: "Dance of Deception" Kevin MacLeod ( incompetech.com ) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Happy Happy Game Show" Kevin MacLeod ( incompetech.com ) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.
Thu, August 24, 2017
The Wrench
Welcome to The Story Behind: Clue Series. In every episode of this series, we talk about the history of one of the original weapons used in the game, “Clue.” This series may not be appropriate for all ages and listener discretion is advised. What can you say about this weapon? While not as useful as the rope or as destructive as the knife, it’s definitely a staple in any tool box … and also the perfect tool for MURDER. To quote Laugh-In’s Judy Carne, Socket to me! I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind the Wrench. The Clue Series Butler you heard at the beginning of the episode was played by Paul from Rick and Paul Heal the World . Colonel Mustard imitations provided by Chris, Emily Kendall and Michael from Redemption – A Star Wars actual-play podcast . The role of Colonel Greene was played by David the Producer from The Unwritable Rant . Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Take the #2PodsADay Challenge! Visit 2PodsADay.wordpress.com or follow @2PodsADay on Twitter. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Sources: The History of Hardware Tools - ThoughtCo. Jack Johnson's Monkey Wrench - Snopes About Us - AllenHex.com Question of the Month: Jack Johnson and the Wrench - Jim Crowe Museum Update: Jack Johnson and The Wrench - The Black History Channel Robert Owen, Inventor of the Ratchet Wrench (Double Acting Wrench) - Little Cities Archive + Double-Acting Wrench Patent Charles Monk, Monkey Wrenches and a "Monkey on a Stick" - a Gripping History and Etymology of "Monkey Wrench" - Early Sports and Pop Culture History Blog <a href= "http://www.doityourself.com/
Mon, August 21, 2017
The Candlestick
Welcome to The Story Behind: Clue Series. In every episode of this series, we talk about the history of one of the original weapons used in the game, “Clue.” This series may not be appropriate for all ages and listener discretion is advised. Did you ever wonder why it’s tradition to blow out candles on your birthday? It actually goes back to the Ancient Greeks and burning candles in religious ceremonies, including to pay tribute to the goddess Artemis who is associated with the moon. They baked cakes to symbolize the shape of the moon and added candles to represent moonlight. Though cakes are delicious, they can’t really be used as a weapon for MURDER. But another candleholder can ... I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind The Candlestick. The Clue Series Butler you heard at the beginning of the episode was played by Paul from Rick and Paul Heal the World . Miss Scarlet imitations provided by Amy from the podcast Ladies Love Paul Rudd . The role of Liberace was played by Craig from The Ultra Podcast . And Rub-A-Dub-Dub was read by Heather from her new podcast, Sunshine & PowerCuts , which is about her life off grid. Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Take the #2PodsADay Challenge! Visit 2PodsADay.wordpress.com or follow @2PodsADay on Twitter. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: "Dance of Deception" Kevin MacLeod ( incompetech.com ) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "H
Thu, August 17, 2017
The Lead Pipe
Welcome to The Story Behind: Clue Series. In every episode of this series, we talk about the history of one of the original weapons used in the game, “Clue.” This series may not be appropriate for all ages and listener discretion is advised. This episode’s Clue weapon is depicted in the game by a bent metal tube, probably bent because of the force one would need to actually kill someone with that weapon. And, even if it’s not being used for MURDER, the material it’s made out of certainly has caused its share of health problems. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind The Lead Pipe. The Clue Series Butler you heard at the beginning of the episode was played by Paul from Rick and Paul Heal the World . Mr. Green imitations provided by Robin from the podcast The Trail Went Cold and Scott from the podcast Recovering from Religion . The role of Vitruvius was played by Jeremy Collins from the Facebook group and podcast Podcasts We Listen To . Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Take the #2PodsADay Challenge! Visit 2PodsADay.wordpress.com or follow @2PodsADay on Twitter. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: "Dance of Deception" Kevin MacLeod ( incompetech.com ) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Happy Happy Game Show" Kevin MacLeod ( incompetech.com ) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Music for Makers Sources: The Lead Industry and Lead Water Pipes “A MODEST CAMPAIGN” - US National Library of Medicine Are Your Pipes Made Of Lead? Here's A Quick Way To Find Out - NPR <a href= "https://www.safeplumbing.org/what-is-safeplumbing/by-the-n
Thu, July 13, 2017
The Mustache
As of 2017, it’s been 16 years since Alex Trebek shocked the world by appearing clean-shaven in the 18th season of “Jeopardy!” Aside from one season back two years ago, when he grew a thinner version back again, prompting fan pages and even a Twitter account just for his mustache. But thanks to audience feedback, as well as his wife’s, by the next season, the ‘stache was gone. And I don’t know about you, but to me, that mustache has and will always represent him. And I’m not the only one to associate the two: Will Ferrell, who has portrayed Alex Trebek numerous times on Saturday Night Live’s “Celebrity Jeopardy!” skits is always seen with the signature ’stache. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind the Mustache. Thanks to Nick from the Epic Film Guys for providing a picture of his luscious beard for Monday’s episode art for The Story Behind Beards when I asked for a beard picture in The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest *NEW* | Website *NEW* Get Gear from The Story Behind at our TeePublic Store! Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Looking for more female-hosted podcasts? Find them by searching #LadyPodSquad on Twitter. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers The Office Movember Sources: The Mustache: A Hairy History - BBC The Time Peter the Great Declared War on Facial Hair - Mental Floss Peter The Great Initiated A Bizarre Beard Tax That Put A Price On Flowing Facial Hair - Realm of History <a href= "http://historycooperative.org/a-short-history-of-beard-style
Mon, July 10, 2017
Beards
When god said, let there be light, Chuck Norris said, “Say please.” Why is this joke funny? Or, at least it was funny a few years ago when Chuck Norris jokes were an internet favorite? Because in the joke, you are to believe Chuck Norris is more powerful than god. I know, explaining a joke clearly makes it funnier. But in today’s episode, we’ll explore the feature God and Chuck Norris share that no doubt is seen as a contributing factor to their power -- at least according to jokes on the internet. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Beards. Thanks to Nick from the Epic Film Guys for providing a picture of his beard for the episode art! Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest *NEW* | Website *NEW* Get Gear from The Story Behind at our TeePublic Store! Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Looking for more female-hosted podcasts? Find them by searching #LadyPodSquad on Twitter. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: A Short History of Beard Styles - HistoryCoopersative.org The Amazing History of Beards (INFOGRAPHIC) - Huffington Post The Half-Mask - Slate.com The History of the American Beard - The New Yorker The Racially Fraught History of the American Beard - The Atlantic Why Do
Thu, July 06, 2017
America's Bald Eagle
When you sign up for a social media account, once you’ve established your username and profile, what’s one of the first things you do? Choose a profile picture. Well, in 1776, after the Declaration of Independence was signed, what was one of the first things the founding fathers wanted to do? Establish a national seal -- basically the profile picture of the United States. But it’s not like they could just grab ye olde selfie stick and pose for one, they wanted something strong, a symbol of America’s fortitude and pride. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind America’s Bald Eagle. The role of Benjamin Franklin was played by Paul Csomo, co-host of the Varmints podcast at BlazingCaribouStudios.com . Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest *NEW* | Website *NEW* Get Gear from The Story Behind at our TeePublic Store! Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Looking for more female-hosted podcasts? Find them by searching #LadyPodSquad on Twitter. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers VIDEO - Sesame Street: The National Bird Sources: Ben Franklin And The Great Seal Of America - The New York Times Benjamin Franklin on the Rattlesnake as a Symbol of America - GreatSeal.com Charles Thomson - NNDB Did Benjamin Franklin Really Say the National Symbol Should Be the Turkey? - Slate <a href= "http://www.nwf.org/new
Mon, July 03, 2017
Uncle Sam
We talked about mascots in The Story Behind Sports Superstitions and Curses and about how they’re thought to bring a team luck. Well, mascots aren’t just for sports. The one we’ll be talking about today is basically a mascot for the United States, although you probably won’t see him performing cartwheels during halftime of the Olympics or something. This particular mascot went something of a personification of the country in political cartoons to being the representation of the U.S. government, and, although we won’t talk about it, was the title character of a 1996 slasher movie with the tagline: "I want you … dead." I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Uncle Sam. Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest *NEW* | Website *NEW* Get Gear from The Story Behind at our TeePublic Store! Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Looking for more female-hosted podcasts? Find them by searching #LadyPodSquad on Twitter. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Other Episodes of The Story Behind Referenced: The Story Behind Sports Superstitions & Curses The Story Behind Surfer Lingo The Story Behind Christmas Traditions The Story Behind Secret Ballots Sources: Uncle Sam - Encyclopedia Britannica 1813: United States nicknamed Uncle Sam - History.c
Thu, June 29, 2017
Surfer Lingo
Sometimes I’ll be researching an episode and get the idea for another episode from whatever Google rabbit hole I find myself in. That’s how this episode came about -- while I was researching The Story Behind Surfing . I got into the topic of words and phrases popularized because of surf culture. And also, because my husband has been begging me to do an episode relating to his favorite movie, "The Big Lebowski," this is probably right up his alley, dude. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Surfer Lingo. Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! The role of Jean Armour Polly was played by Kathe Kline from Rock Your Retirement . The music provided during the episode was performed by the band And Robots . Find more of their music at and-robots.com . Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Looking for more female-hosted podcasts? Find them by searching #LadyPodSquad on Twitter. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Documentary - The Story
Mon, June 26, 2017
Surfing
It’s officially summer, if you’re listening to this episode around the time it comes out in June of 2017. Let’s get away from the deep subjects like we had last week with The Story Behind Hypnotism and The Story Behind Subliminal Messages and do a lighter topic. Maybe something you can listen to while laying in the sand on the beach somewhere soaking up the summer sun. Or, if you’ve just found the Story Behind and listening to past episodes in the cold winter months, transport yourself mentally to the beach as you listen. Even if you’re not one of the 23 million people worldwide who participate in the pastime I’m focusing on in this week’s episodes, you can feel like you’re riding the waves with two episodes focusing on the sport and some of the language surrounding it. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Surfing. The role of Duke Kahanamoku was played by Dan Brenic from the Netflix N’ Swill podcast . The music provided during the episode was performed by the band And Robots . Find more of their music at and-robots.com . Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Looking for more female-hosted podcasts? Find them by searching #LadyPodSquad on Twitter. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: And Robots Music for Makers Jeff Spicoli - YouTube Sources: Book - Legends of Surfing: The Greatest Surfriders from Duke Kahanamoku to Kelly Slater by Duke Boyd History of the Surf Board - Club of the Waves The Origins of Surfing - The Sport of Kings Surfing
Thu, June 22, 2017
Hypnosis
Join The Story Behind Discussion Group on Facebook! If you are driving, did you notice the last exit you passed? Or do you remember where you were on the road five minutes ago? If you answered no to those questions, you’re already familiar with this episode’s topic. (Also, what are you doing reading show notes while you're driving? Watch the road!) There may not have been any spinning spirals or dangling pocket watches, but you may have just entered into another state. And not geographically. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Hypnosis. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Franz Anton Mesmer - Encyclopeda Britannica How Hypnosis Works - How Stuff Works History Of Hypnosis - HistoryofHypnosis.org Self-Hypnosis for Everyday Life - Psychology Today Ho
Mon, June 19, 2017
Subliminal Messages
There’s a lot we may never get the full Story Behind. In fact, this topic is probably far from being explored to its full potential, especially within a short podcast episode. But that didn’t stop me -- and my ADD -- from becoming intrigued by its origins, how it works and how it’s used every day without us being aware of it. But then again, there are those who are aware of it or who think they’re aware of it, and those who are hyper-aware of it. Everyday occurrences like product placement in movies and television, underlying messages in music and maybe even the ability for our brains to hear something one way, but our subconscious can pick up on its reverse, therefore having the potential to brainwash us. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Subliminal Messages. WHAT I SAID AT THE END OF THE EPISODE: But as part of the media, I’m supposed to say that. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Looking for more female-hosted podcasts? Find them by searching #LadyPodSquad on Twitter. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers The Simpsons: "Join the Navy" Paul McCartney is Dead Sources: Documentary - Programming the Nation? The Shocking Drink And Incredible Coke History Of Subliminal Advertising - Business Insider Popcorn Subliminal Advertising Classical Rhetoric 101: A Brief History - Art of Manliness Sex in the Ice Cubes - Slate UCL Study: Subliminal Messaging ‘More Effective When Negative’ - University College London Subliminal
Thu, June 15, 2017
Tattoos
Psychologists have studied the importance of symbols and found people, whether conscious of it or not, are drawn to symbols of immortality like the Egyptian ankh, or hearts, crosses and flags. History has uncovered jewelry and decorations with these symbols on it dating hundreds of years back and, in this episode, we’ll talk about how these art, designs and symbols not only adorned the belongings of people in the past, but were also used to decorate the body. Nowadays, 3 out of 10 Americans get inked and not necessarily as a symbol for prolonging life, but it may remind them of milestones in their lives or important people they’ve lost or even that our lower backs wouldn’t be complete without a strategically placed butterfly. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Tattoos. But first, a quick message. Visit Patch of Sky Farm for skin and body care products, upcycled crafts and nutrition coaching and meal planning. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Looking for more female-hosted podcasts? Find them by searching #LadyPodSquad on Twitter. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources:
Mon, June 12, 2017
Ear Piercing
I love picking topics for this podcast that are normally not questioned on an everyday basis. In fact, many topics I pick stem from me being able to slow down for a few seconds and question, “Hey, where does this come from?” or “Why do we do this?” Most topics are pretty easy to research, but I was surprised this particular topic of why we do something was a little harder, most likely because humans have been doing it for so long, no one really questions why or the origin stories behind it. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Ear Piercing. Visit Patch of Sky Farm for skin and body care products, upcycled crafts and nutrition coaching and meal planning. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Looking for more female-hosted podcasts? Find them by searching #LadyPodSquad on Twitter. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: History of Ear Piercing - Painful Pleasures Why Did Pirates Wear Earrings - L
Thu, June 08, 2017
Bubble Gum
Many people can probably relate to eating too much of something at one time, and then never wanting it again, right? Well, for me, that thing is bubble gum. I was in a show years ago in which the director wanted my character to chew bubble gum and be able to blow a bubble on demand. So, for the two months of rehearsal, I constantly chewed bubble gum to the point where my jaw hurt at the end of the day. After the show, I hadn’t had another piece since, which was more than 10 years ago. That was until my 6-year-old asked me to teach her to blow a bubble and I had to taste that iconic super-sweet taste all over again. Luckily, it’s one of those skills that’s hard to forget, and it also made me wonder why such a pointless product like bubble gum existed in the first place. This research rabbit hole ended up captivating me so much this week, I didn’t want to leave anything out, which is why this topic was stretched out over two episodes. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Bubble Gum. The Bazooka Joe jokesters were John, Deuce and Joe from the Brand X Podcast . Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Looking for more female-hosted podcasts? Find them by searching #LadyPodSquad on Twitter. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wp_K8prLfso Sources: http://www.history.com/news/hungry-history/chew-on-this-the-history-of-gum http://www.chewinggumfacts.com/chewing-gum-history/bubble-gum-history/ http://www.wrigley.com/global/about-us/ourfounder.aspx http://www.livescience.com/17520-chewing-gum-test-performance.html https://www.scienceda
Mon, June 05, 2017
Chewing Gum
Gumpa Lumpa Dum-pa-dee-do I have another podcast for you Gumpa Lumpa Dum-pa-da-dind This episode of The Story Behind Gum's been around for quite a long while Freshening your breath and whitening your smile It is a favorite for astronaut crews But a pain when stuck on your shoes The way toilet paper does Gumpa Lumpa Dump-pa-dee-da I hope you like random trivia You will learn all about this goo Like the Gumpa Lumpa Dump-pa-dee-do I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Chewing Gum. The role of Leon Trotsky was played by Chris Nesi from the House of #EdTech Podcast . The Gumpa Lumpa song was sung by Craig from The Ultra Podcast . Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Looking for more female-hosted podcasts? Find them by searching #LadyPodSquad on Twitter. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: http://www.history.com/news/hungry-history/chew-on-this-the-history-of-gum http://www.chewinggumfacts.com/chewing-gum-history/bubble-gum-history/ http://www.wrigley.com/global/about-us/ourfounder.aspx http://www.livescience.com/17520-chewing-gum-test-performance.html https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/03/130308093933.htm http://gumballmachinefactory.com/gumballhistory.html http://www.snopes.com/oldwives/chewgum.asp http://www.beckett.com/news/topps-puts-bubble-gum-back-into-packs-sort-of/ <a href= "https://www.old
Thu, June 01, 2017
Sporks
Whoever came up with the idea to attach an eraser to a pencil was a genius, when you think about it. Before that, they were two separate objects, but you usually didn’t want to have one without the other. Sometimes combinations like this work out perfectly, like when makeup companies began adding sunscreen to foundations. But other times, combinations might not work out as well, like the year my mom sent me to summer camp with a new product that combined sunscreen and bug spray, which caused an allergic reaction and really wasn’t good at protecting me from bugs or the sun. Today’s episode focuses on one of these hybrids that sometimes works great for foods like mashed potatoes, chili, and casseroles, but sometimes doesn’t work as well for foods like broth or spaghetti. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Sporks. The role of Bill Clinton was played by Wes from The Via VHS Podcast . Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Looking for more female-hosted podcasts? Find them by searching #LadyPodSquad on Twitter. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: <a href= "http://www.salon.c
Mon, May 29, 2017
The T-Shirt
There are a lot of ways your personality is showcased to the world. The food you eat, the shows you watch, the places you go. But did you ever think of how you wear your personality on your sleeve, or, rather in the case of this episode, your torso? In fact, 95 percent of Americans own this piece of clothing that can act as a walking billboard for whatever message they support. This clothing piece’s history has been through the ringer, so-to-speak, as far as being an undergarment, then popularized by Marlon Brando as everyday wear, and is now considered a favorite among souvenirs and mementos. In fact, nine out of 10 Americans have at least one they refuse to throw away. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind the T-Shirt. Like this episode? Check out The Story Behind Hoodies And The Story Behind the Smiley Face ! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: http://www.todayifou
Thu, May 25, 2017
Lullabies
The Story Behind Lullabies Spotify Playlist As you can imagine, much of my baby break was spent getting used to having a newborn in the house again and learning what he likes and dislikes. Turns out, my son is a fan of music, which should come to no surprise to those who know me and my semi-secret love of musicals or my husband and his collection of musical instruments and his band . One day when nothing else was working to put him to sleep, I began humming to him and it was like I flipped a switch and he instantly closed his eyes and settled down. While I kept humming to him, I began looking up how and why the singing worked, which brings us to today’s topic. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Lullabies. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers https://youtu.be/QsvfS0lnCYU https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8zYEBMFS-U Sources: https://rockabyebabymusic.com/ http://health.howstuffworks.com/pregnancy-and-parenting/baby-health/infant-health/why-do-lullabies-work.htm http://mobile.edweek.org/c.jsp?cid=25920011&item=http%3A%2F%2Fapi.edweek.org%2Fv1%2Fblogs%2F85%2F%3Fuuid%3D56163 http://www.livestrong.com/article/157461-how-music-affects-the-human-brain/ https://www.kindermusik.com/mindsonmusic/benefits-of-music/do-lullabies-really-work/ http://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-21035103 <a href="http://www.bbc.co.uk/pro
Mon, May 22, 2017
Fidget Spinners
Did you ever wonder about that teacher’s magical drawer that contained all the awesome toys confiscated throughout the year? Like that scene in “A Christmas Story” when the teacher opens her desk drawer to put in the kids’ wax teeth, and when the camera pans to the inside, there seems to be a bottomless treasure trove. Back when I was in school, I imagine my teachers’ drawers were full of slap bracelets and pogs, followed by yo-yos when they made a quick resurgence in the ‘90s. In this episode, I’ll be talking about the current fad of confiscated classroom toys, the contested origin of them, the supposed benefits of them and a little bit of physics. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Fidget Spinners. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: http://nymag.com/scienceofus/2017/05/the-fidget-spinner-craze-is-already-over.html http://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/parenting/kids/woman-who-invented-the-fidget-spinner-isnt-getting-anything/news-story/05eb69bbd4c8598582d68ffd202e356a https://www.fatherly.com/play/activities/theres-real-science-behind-fidget-spinners/?utm_source=curiosity&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=syndication https://nypost.com/2017/05/05/woman-who-invented-fidget-spinners-isnt-getting-squat/amp/ https://www.bloomberg.com/amp/news/articles/2017-05-11/how-the-fidget-spinner-origin-story-spun-out-of-control <a href= "https://mobile.nytimes.com/2017/05/06/style/fidget-spinners.html?_r=0&referer=https://ww
Thu, May 18, 2017
Thank You
During my five week baby break, I received so many wonderful Tweets, Facebook and notifications, Instagram likes and various messages congratulating me on the birth of my son. I wanted to convey how much our family appreciated those messages, not to mention part of my baby break was spent filling out cards to show gratitude to those who showered us with gifts. In this episode, we’ll discuss etiquette and etymology of a common phrase, gratitude in other cultures, and other ways to interpret appreciation. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Thank You. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: https://www.mtmrecognition.com/history-thank-notes/ https://www.brainpickings.org/2013/07/25/origin-of-please-and-thank-you/ http://www.etymonline.com/index.php?term=thank http://www.npr.org/2012/03/09/148295675/please-read-this-story-thank-you <a href= "http://emilypost.com/advice/thank-you-notes-to-send-or-not-to-send/"
Mon, May 15, 2017
1964-1989 Part 2: Wheel of Fortune through Rock and Roller Cola Wars (WDSTF Series)
If you’re hearing this episode around the time it comes out, it means I’m taking some time off after the birth of my son. I’ve recorded these ahead of time and most likely will not be available on social media for the next few weeks, but you’ll still get The Story Behind twice a week if you’re subscribed to the podcast. Consider this series to be like a substitute teacher. We won’t go as in-depth as in previous episodes, but we’ll briefly touch of a number of different topics in each episode. This series focuses on Billy Joel’s song “We Didn’t Start the Fire” and the headline-making events and people he mentions. Some content may not be suitable for all listeners. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind We Didn’t Start The Fire: 1964-1989 Part 2. In this episode: Wheel of Fortune Sally Ride Heavy metal suicide Foreign debts Homeless Vets AIDS Crack Bernie Goetz Hypodermics on the shores China's under martial law Rock and Roller cola wars (I can't take it anymore) Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers
Thu, May 11, 2017
1964-1989 Part 1: Birth Control through Russians in Afghanistan (WDSTF Series)
If you’re hearing this episode around the time it comes out, it means I’m taking some time off after the birth of my son. I’ve recorded these ahead of time and most likely will not be available on social media for the next few weeks, but you’ll still get The Story Behind twice a week if you’re subscribed to the podcast. Consider this series to be like a substitute teacher. We won’t go as in-depth as in previous episodes, but we’ll briefly touch of a number of different topics in each episode. This series focuses on Billy Joel’s song “We Didn’t Start the Fire” and the headline-making events and people he mentions. Some content may not be suitable for all listeners. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind We Didn’t Start The Fire: 1964-1989 Part 1. In this episode: Birth control Ho Chi Minh Richard Nixon back again Moonshot Woodstock Watergate Punk rock Begin Reagan Palestine Terror on the airline Ayatollah's in Iran Russians in Afghanistan Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers
Mon, May 08, 2017
1961-1963: Hemingway through JFK Blown Away (WDSTF Series)
If you’re hearing this episode around the time it comes out, it means I’m taking some time off after the birth of my son. I’ve recorded these ahead of time and most likely will not be available on social media for the next few weeks, but you’ll still get The Story Behind twice a week if you’re subscribed to the podcast. Consider this series to be like a substitute teacher. We won’t go as in-depth as in previous episodes, but we’ll briefly touch of a number of different topics in each episode. This series focuses on Billy Joel’s song “We Didn’t Start the Fire” and the headline-making events and people he mentions. Some content may not be suitable for all listeners. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind We Didn’t Start The Fire: 1961-1963. In this episode: Hemingway Eichmann Stranger in a Strange Land Dylan Berlin Bay of Pigs invasion Lawrence of Arabia British Beatlemania Ole Miss John Glenn Liston beats Patterson Pope Paul Malcolm X British politician sex J.F.K. blown away (what else do I have to say?) Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers
Thu, May 04, 2017
1959-1960: Buddy Holly through Belgians in the Congo (WDSTF Series)
If you’re hearing this episode around the time it comes out, it means I’m taking some time off after the birth of my son. I’ve recorded these ahead of time and most likely will not be available on social media for the next few weeks, but you’ll still get The Story Behind twice a week if you’re subscribed to the podcast. Consider this series to be like a substitute teacher. We won’t go as in-depth as in previous episodes, but we’ll briefly touch of a number of different topics in each episode. This series focuses on Billy Joel’s song “We Didn’t Start the Fire” and the headline-making events and people he mentions. Some content may not be suitable for all listeners. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind We Didn’t Start The Fire: 1959-1960. In this episode: Buddy Holly Ben-Hur Space Monkey Mafia Hula Hoops Castro Edsel is a no-go U-2 Syngman Rhee Payola (and) Kennedy Chubby Checker Psycho Belgians in the Congo Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers
Mon, May 01, 2017
1957-1958: Little Rock through Children of Thalidomide (WDSTF Series)
If you’re hearing this episode around the time it comes out, it means I’m taking some time off after the birth of my son. I’ve recorded these ahead of time and most likely will not be available on social media for the next few weeks, but you’ll still get The Story Behind twice a week if you’re subscribed to the podcast. Consider this series to be like a substitute teacher. We won’t go as in-depth as in previous episodes, but we’ll briefly touch of a number of different topics in each episode. This series focuses on Billy Joel’s song “We Didn’t Start the Fire” and the headline-making events and people he mentions. Some content may not be suitable for all listeners. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind We Didn’t Start The Fire: 1957-1958. In this episode: Little Rock Pasternak Mickey Mantle Kerouac Sputnik Zhou Enlai Bridge On The River Kwai Lebanon Charles de Gaulle California baseball Starkweather Homicide Children of Thalidomide Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers
Thu, April 27, 2017
1955-1956: Einstein through Trouble in the Suez (WDSTF Series)
If you’re hearing this episode around the time it comes out, it means I’m taking some time off after the birth of my son. I’ve recorded these ahead of time and most likely will not be available on social media for the next few weeks, but you’ll still get The Story Behind twice a week if you’re subscribed to the podcast. Consider this series to be like a substitute teacher. We won’t go as in-depth as in previous episodes, but we’ll briefly touch of a number of different topics in each episode. This series focuses on Billy Joel’s song “We Didn’t Start the Fire” and the headline-making events and people he mentions. Some content may not be suitable for all listeners. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind We Didn’t Start The Fire: 1955-1956. In this episode: Einstein James Dean Brooklyn's got a winning team Davy Crockett Peter Pan Elvis Presley Disneyland Bardot Budapest Alabama Khrushchev Princess Grace Peyton Place Trouble in the Suez Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers
Mon, April 24, 2017
1953-1954: Joseph Stalin through Rock Around the Clock (WDSTF Series)
If you’re hearing this episode around the time it comes out, it means I’m taking some time off after the birth of my son. I’ve recorded these ahead of time and most likely will not be available on social media for the next few weeks, but you’ll still get The Story Behind twice a week if you’re subscribed to the podcast. Consider this series to be like a substitute teacher. We won’t go as in-depth as in previous episodes, but we’ll briefly touch of a number of different topics in each episode. This series focuses on Billy Joel’s song “We Didn’t Start the Fire” and the headline-making events and people he mentions. Some content may not be suitable for all listeners. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind We Didn’t Start The Fire: 1953-1954. In this episode: Joseph Stalin Malenkov Nasser (and) Prokofiev Rockefeller Campanella Communist Bloc Roy Cohn Juan Peron Toscanini Dacron Dien Bien Phu falls "Rock Around the Clock" Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers
Thu, April 20, 2017
1951-1952: Rosenbergs through Santayana Goodbye (WDSTF Series)
If you’re hearing this episode around the time it comes out, it means I’m taking some time off after the birth of my son. I’ve recorded these ahead of time and most likely will not be available on social media for the next few weeks, but you’ll still get The Story Behind twice a week if you’re subscribed to the podcast. Consider this series to be like a substitute teacher. We won’t go as in-depth as in previous episodes, but we’ll briefly touch of a number of different topics in each episode. This series focuses on Billy Joel’s song “We Didn’t Start the Fire” and the headline-making events and people he mentions. Some content may not be suitable for all listeners. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind We Didn’t Start The Fire: 1951-1952. In this episode: Rosenbergs H-Bomb Sugar Ray Panmunjom Brando The King And I (and) The Catcher In The Rye Eisenhower Vaccine England's got a new queen Marciano Liberace Santayana goodbye Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers
Mon, April 17, 2017
1949-1950: Harry Truman through Marilyn Monroe (WDSTF Series)
If you’re hearing this episode around the time it comes out, it means I’m taking some time off after the birth of my son. I’ve recorded these ahead of time and most likely will not be available on social media for the next few weeks, but you’ll still get The Story Behind twice a week if you’re subscribed to the podcast. Consider this series to be like a substitute teacher. We won’t go as in-depth as in previous episodes, but we’ll briefly touch of a number of different topics in each episode. This series focuses on Billy Joel’s song “We Didn’t Start the Fire” and the headline-making events and people he mentions. Some content may not be suitable for all listeners. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind We Didn’t Start The Fire: 1949-1950. In this episode: Harry Truman Doris Day Red China Johnnie Ray South Pacific Walter Winchell Joe DiMaggio Joe McCarthy Richard Nixon Studebaker Television North Korea/South Korea Marilyn Monroe Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers
Thu, April 13, 2017
We Didn't Start the Fire Series Introduction
If you’re hearing this episode around the time it comes out, it means I’ve gone into labor and, quite possibly, have already had the baby that’s been using me as a human punching bag for the last few months. I’ve recorded these ahead of time and most likely will not be available on social media for the next few weeks, but you’ll still get The Story Behind twice a week if you’re subscribed to the podcast. Consider this series to be like a substitute teacher. We won’t go as in-depth as in previous episodes, but we’ll briefly touch of a number of different topics in each episode. As much as certain history teachers have gotten me excited about learning about history (and, really, it was only two from high school, Mr. Cehovsky and Mr. Patrick) -- it was a singer-songwriter’s lyrics that made me become interested in learning the history behind a number of different topics to have a working knowledge of them -- even if it was just so I knew what I was talking about when I sang a certain song by this musician. And that musician was Billy Joel. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind: The Introduction to the We Didn’t Start The Fire Series. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO THE FULL SERIES Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dx3T8pbDcms <
Mon, April 10, 2017
The Stanley Cup
When I planned on taking a baby break, I planned on doing my two tech week podcasts last week and then scheduling my upcoming series, but then my husband reminded me I had the idea a while back to do this episode as the NHL play-offs are about to start. In this episode, I’ll be talking about the history of the oldest trophy in professional sports, its origins and evolutions, and what the winners have since done with the trophy. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, with my husband, Mark, and this is The Story Behind The Stanley Cup Enjoy the bloopers at the end! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: http://content.time.com/time/arts/article/0,8599,1902111,00.html https://www.nhl.com/news/stanley-cup-timeline-from-1892-to-today/c-660570 http://mentalfloss.com/article/51140/22-things-you-might-not-know-about-stanley-cup https://twitter.com/keeperofthecup <span style
Thu, April 06, 2017
Mechanical Keyboards
You know how people are fond of a certain pen? Like, I happen to have a preference for the Pilot Precise V5s, while my husband always buys the Pilot G-2 07. Well, when I asked him for gadget ideas for my collaboration with Home Gadget Geeks back in February, the first thing that popped into his mind was the topic for this episode. He’s a bit of a gamer and, like we have our preferences for pens, apparently, in the PC gaming world, there are enthusiasts who love finding just the right clickiness factor. In this episode, we’ll look at the progression from typewriters to computers and how this common link between them has evolved over time. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Mechanical Keyboards. Listen to the episode of Home Gadget Geeks I was a guest on with Jim Collison for more information on Voice Recognition and Mechanical Keyboards ! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Typing_-_Model_F_122_1984.ogg Sources: http://www.tomshardware.com
Mon, April 03, 2017
Voice Recognition
Welcome to Tech Week! This is one of the last weeks of The Story Behind before I officially go on Baby Break, but this week was planned way back in January when Jim Collison from Home Gadget Geeks reached out and wanted to do a collaboration of his show and mine. Here's the link to the episode of Home Gadget Geeks from Thursday, February 9th. In this episode, I’ll be talking about … well, actually, let me have Siri tell you what I’ll be talking about. Siri: Emily will be talking about my history. Starting with my ancestors, computers that would take up whole rooms with the function of being able to recognize a handful of spoken words, through the technology we know today. Here is your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Voice Recognition Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xyXegCueV88 http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/video/moviefone-company-launches-search-replace-iconic-voice-23586976 Sources: http://electronics.howstuffworks.com/gadgets/high-tech-gadgets/speech-recognition1.htm http://www.pcworld.com/article/243060/speech_recognition_through_the_decades_how_we_ended_up_with_siri.html?page=2 https://astaspeaks.wordpress.com/2014/10/13/audrey-the-first-speech-recognition-system/ http://www.itbusiness.ca/news/history-of-voice-recognition-from-audrey-to
Bonus · Sat, April 01, 2017
April Fool's Day
If you’re a podcaster or an aspiring podcaster, I can’t recommend Libsyn enough for hosting. And when Elsie Escobar, from Libsyn’s The Feed and She Podcasts , reached out and suggested I do an episode on this topic, of course I jumped at the chance. Plus, her question piqued my own curiosity in the quasi-holiday we celebrate today. Because I’m releasing this episode separate from my regular episode schedule, this is a reminder to subscribe to The Story Behind on your favorite podcast app so when I do release special episodes, you’ll be sure to get them as soon as they come out. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind April Fool’s Day. Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVo_wkxH9dU Sources: http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/april-fools-tradition-popularized http://encyclopedia2.thefreedictionary.com/Hilaria http://www.snopes.com/holidays/aprilfools/origins.asp http://hoaxes.org/aprilfool/
Thu, March 30, 2017
Wedding Luck & Superstitions
Ever wonder why brides wear white or why they wear veils? Or maybe what the point of bridesmaids were and why they’re dressed alike? There are tons of wedding traditions you probably dismissed as being just that -- traditions, but in fact, many of them stemmed from superstitions. It was hard to stick to just a few for this episode. So we’re going to touch on a bunch. For the month of March, I’ll be looking at the stories behind common superstitions and symbols of luck. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Wedding Luck and Superstitions This episode is dedicated to my friend Tracy and her soon-to-be husband Chris who are getting married in a few short weeks. (I have yet to consult Emily Post to see if dedicating a podcast episode is considered a good wedding present, though.) Love this series? GET THE CD! The entire Luck & Superstitions series is available on CD -- the perfect gift for people who love trivia but aren't into podcasts (yet). http://kunaki.com/sales.asp?PID=PX00ZI65G5 Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Like this series? BUY THE CD of the entire Luck & Superstition Series! Got a favorite podcast? Use the hashtag #TryPod to let others know about it through the month of March. Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: http://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/queen-victoria-sparked-white-wedding-dress-trend-1840-180953550/ http://www.cnn.com/2013/09/06/living/matrimony-superstitions/ http://superstitiondictionary.com/wedding-superstitions-good-and-bad-luck/ <a href= "http://www.cosmopolitan.com/sex-love/advice/a4572/ridiculous-wedding-superstitions
Mon, March 27, 2017
Luck in the Home
Ever wonder why it’s bad luck to open an umbrella indoors? Or why breaking a mirror is said to bring seven years of bad luck? Or why you shouldn't walk under a ladder? Or maybe you’ve always wondered why horseshoes are said to bring luck. For the month of March, I’ll be looking at the stories behind common superstitions and symbols of luck. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Luck in the Home. Love this series? GET THE CD! The entire Luck & Superstitions series is available on CD -- the perfect gift for people who love trivia but aren't into podcasts (yet). http://kunaki.com/sales.asp?PID=PX00ZI65G5 Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Got a favorite podcast? Use the hashtag #TryPod to let others know about it through the month of March. Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: http://www.snopes.com/luck/superstition/breakmirror.asp http://wonderopolis.org/wonder/is-it-bad-luck-to-open-an-umbrella-indoors-2</spa
Thu, March 23, 2017
Lucky Food
Ever wonder why you’re supposed to throw salt over your shoulder if you spill some? Or why garlic is said to be protection against vampires? Or just how many superstitions are linked to the egg? For the month of March, I’ll be looking at the stories behind common superstitions and symbols of luck. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Lucky Food. Love this series? GET THE CD! The entire Luck & Superstitions series is available on CD -- the perfect gift for people who love trivia but aren't into podcasts (yet). http://kunaki.com/sales.asp?PID=PX00ZI65G5 The role of Aristotle was played by Ryan from Kuldrin’s Krypt . Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Got a favorite podcast? Use the hashtag #TryPod to let others know about it through the month of March. Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: https://www.thoughtco.com/salt-folklore-and-magic-2562502 http://www.phrases.org.uk/meanings/worth-ones-salt.html http://www.cracked.com/article_21686_5-awesome-technologies-created-by-ancient-civilizations.html https://www.jw.org/en/publications/books/bible-stories/2/lots-wife/ http://people.howstuffworks.com/why-do-people-throw-salt-over-shoulders.htm http://listverse.com/2009/03/25/10-odd-superstitions-about-food/ http://www.rd.com/health/beauty/13-surprising-benefits-of-garlic/ <a href= "htt
Mon, March 20, 2017
Sports Superstitions & Curses
It’s no wonder athletes can be incredibly superstitious. The difference between winging a game or a medal can mean the difference between a giant sum of money and endorsements versus getting little or nothing in return for all the hard work they put in. Why not try anything to add to their success? You would think Michael Jordan wouldn’t have needed luck, but he helped popularize longer basketball shorts because he would wear his old college shorts from North Carolina for good luck underneath. I even heard from some listeners about their favorite superstitions. Dan Brenic from the Netflix and Swill podcast has mentioned he grows a playoff beard; and listener Jarrod Taylor says whenever he’s watching a game with his favorite team, if they start losing, he’ll change the channel, and if they start coming back, he won’t watch the rest of the game. Even my husband is normally a complete skeptic, until it comes to hockey and his beloved New York Rangers. Every year around playoffs, he puts away his razor and grows his annual playoff beard. And when he played hockey growing up, he told me he would put his pads and uniform on in the same order every time. For the month of March, I’ll be looking at the stories behind common superstitions and symbols of luck. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Sports Superstitions & Curses. Love this series? GET THE CD! The entire Luck & Superstitions series is available on CD -- the perfect gift for people who love trivia but aren't into podcasts (yet). http://kunaki.com/sales.asp?PID=PX00ZI65G5 The role of William Sianus was played by Dave Jackson from The School of Podcasting . Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Got a favorite podcast? Use the hashtag #TryPod to let others know about it through the month of March. Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: <a href= "http://www.mensfitness.com/life/sports/10-most-supe
Thu, March 16, 2017
The Luck of the Irish
Ever wonder why a four-leaf clover is considered lucky? Or what, exactly, luck of the Irish is and why are the Irish associated with luck? And are leprechauns supposed to be good spirits? Or bad spirits? For the month of March, I’ll be looking at the stories behind common superstitions and symbols of luck. And considering this episode is hitting right around St. Patrick’s Day, I thought it would be fun to touch on these superstitions surrounding the Irish culture. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind the Luck of the Irish. Love this series? GET THE CD! The entire Luck & Superstitions series is available on CD -- the perfect gift for people who love trivia but aren't into podcasts (yet). http://kunaki.com/sales.asp?PID=PX00ZI65G5 Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Got a favorite podcast? Use the hashtag #TryPod to let others know about it through the month of March. Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: “Lep in the Hood” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mlufxatPxnA Music for Makers Sources: <a href= "http://mentalfloss.com/artic
Mon, March 13, 2017
Lucky Numbers
Have you ever gotten into an elevator of a hotel and noticed the buttons went from 12 to 14, skipping the number 13? It’s not as if the 13th floor is actually missing, though -- the 13th floor was just named the 14th floor. Believe it or not, this more common than you may think. Or gone to a casino and saw sevens everywhere? For the month of March, I’ll be looking at the stories behind common superstitions and symbols of luck. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Lucky Numbers. Love this series? GET THE CD! The entire Luck & Superstitions series is available on CD -- the perfect gift for people who love trivia but aren't into podcasts (yet). http://kunaki.com/sales.asp?PID=PX00ZI65G5 Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Got a favorite podcast? Use the hashtag #TryPod to let others know about it through the month of March. Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: http://www.beyondhogwarts.com/harry-potter/articles/an-introduction-to-arithmancy.html <a href= "http://science.howstuffworks.com/science-vs
Thu, March 09, 2017
Lucky Animals
Ever wonder why rabbits and their feet are associated with luck? Or why even though fear of spiders is especially popular, many associate them with luck and prosperity? Or why cats, and especially black cats, carry so many superstitions? For the month of March, I’ll be looking at the stories behind common superstitions and symbols of luck. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Lucky Animals. The role of E.B. White was played by Jason Bryant from Mat Talk Online . Love this series? GET THE CD! The entire Luck & Superstitions series is available on CD -- the perfect gift for people who love trivia but aren't into podcasts (yet). http://kunaki.com/sales.asp?PID=PX00ZI65G5 Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: http://www.todayifoundout.com/index.php/2013/12/rabbits-foot-considered-lucky/ http://www.csicop.org/superstition/library/rabbits_foot http://www.csicop.org/superstition/library/spiders http://www.history.com/topics/holidays/easter-symbols http://mentalfloss.com/article/67639/10-things-you-might-not-know-about-charlottes-web http://people.com/pets/10-lucky-animals-that-can-help-you-win-the-powerball-jackpot/cats http://goodlucksymbols.com/spider-symbolism/ http://www.luckymojo.com/spider.html <a href= "https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/why-we-worry/201407/why-are
Mon, March 06, 2017
Theater Superstitions
Ever wonder why actors say “Break a leg” instead of “Good luck?” Or why Macbeth is supposedly cursed? Or why you shouldn’t whistle backstage? For the month of March, I’ll be looking at the stories behind common superstitions and symbols of luck. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Theater Superstitions. Love this series? GET THE CD! The entire Luck & Superstitions series is available on CD -- the perfect gift for people who love trivia but aren't into podcasts (yet). http://kunaki.com/sales.asp?PID=PX00ZI65G5 Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Got a favorite podcast? Use the hashtag #TryPod to let others know about it through the month of March. Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: http://www.todayifoundout.com/index.php/2012/11/origin-of-the-phrase-break-a-leg/ http://www.theatrecrafts.com/pages/home/glossary-of-technical-theatre-terms/more-about-break-a-leg/ <a href= "http://www.telegraph.co.uk/film/macbeth/scottis
Thu, March 02, 2017
Luck & Superstitions
Rabbit, rabbit! New month, new theme, everyone! Ever wonder why we believe in luck and superstitions? In the simplest terms, our brains are wired to look for patterns and it’s not just human brains. And once we determine the effects of a certain pattern, our brains make that connection between our behavior and the effect, even if they aren’t scientifically connected. And this could be for good luck or bad luck. For the month of March, I’ll be looking at the stories behind common superstitions and symbols of luck. In this episode, we’re starting the series with a general look at how humans have believed in luck and superstitions, as well as a look at just how often we don’t notice we do things out of habit that may be considered superstitious. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Luck and Superstitions. Love this series? GET THE CD! The entire Luck & Superstitions series is available on CD -- the perfect gift for people who love trivia but aren't into podcasts (yet). http://kunaki.com/sales.asp?PID=PX00ZI65G5 Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: http://simonedigital.com/avoid-broken-hair-by-not-going-outside-with-wet-hair-in-the-winter/</
Mon, February 27, 2017
Forrest Gump (With Nick from The Epic Film Guys)
In 1994, a movie came along about a man of low intelligence who happens to hit a few lucky breaks, weaving himself in and out of the timeline of American history, and into the hearts of millions of movie-goers. That man was Forrest. Forrest Gump. For the month of February, I focused episode topics on historical and pop culture references in the movie. This is the last episode of the series, in which we talk about the book that inspired the movie, the soundtrack everyone in my high school had and wore out, and the cultural impact of this modern-day classic. And, because I couldn’t just talk about this film by myself, I have a special guest with me for this episode. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, with Nick from the Epic Film Guys , and this is The Story Behind Forrest Gump. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Alan Silvestri - The Feather Theme from the "Forrest Gump" Soundtrack: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xEY3o00LRHI Sources: http://www.mtv.com/news/1922408/forrest-gump-trivia/ http://mentalfloss.com/node/31001&utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=Partner&utm_campaign=allthatisinteresting http://articles.baltimoresun.com/1995-03-27/features/1995086082_1_forrest-gump-man-forrest-book-and-movie http://www.mtv.com/news/1922456/forrest-gump-sequel/ http://www.slashfilm.com/911-killed-the-forrest-gump-sequel/ http://www.npr.org/2016/10/03/496412606/why-it-took-forrest-gump-author-nearly-20-years-to-write-a-new-novel <a
Thu, February 23, 2017
Prosthetics
In 1994, a movie came along about a man of low intelligence who happens to hit a few lucky breaks, weaving himself in and out of the timeline of American history, and into the hearts of millions of movie-goers. That man was Forrest. Forrest Gump. For the month of February, I’ll be focusing episode topics on historical and pop culture references in the movie. Ones you may have missed when watching the film because of the overwhelming emotion attached to every scene, or ones you may only be familiar with on the surface. In this episode, we’ll be talking about the advances in medicine that made Lieutenant Dan’s new legs possible, from the beginnings in ancient times, through the advances made in the field following World War 2 and through today. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Prosthetics. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mKFKRuWwgjg Music for Makers Sources: http://www.acpoc.org/newsletters-and-journals/1976_05_015.asp http://www.livescience.com/4555-world-prosthetic-egyptian-mummy-fake-toe.html <a href= "ht
Mon, February 20, 2017
The Smiley Face
In 1994, a movie came along about a man of low intelligence who happens to hit a few lucky breaks, weaving himself in and out of the timeline of American history, and into the hearts of millions of movie-goers. That man was Forrest. Forrest Gump. For the month of February, I'll be focusing episode topics on historical and pop culture references in the movie. Ones you may have missed when watching the film because of the overwhelming emotion attached to every scene, or ones you may only be familiar with on the surface. In this episode, we'll talk about the $45 drawing that was meant to boost morale in a company, and how that design became so ubiquitous, it's seen all over the world, including on our phones in the form of emojis. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind The Smiley Face. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tOHr85z9k64 Music for Makers Sources: http://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/who-really-invented-the-smiley-face-2058483/ http://www.smileycompany.com/smile/history/ http://www.smiley.com/
Thu, February 16, 2017
Imagine by John Lennon
In 1994, a movie came along about a man of low intelligence who happens to hit a few lucky breaks, weaving himself in and out of the timeline of American history, and into the hearts of millions of movie-goers. That man was Forrest. Forrest Gump. For the month of February, I’ll be focusing episode topics on historical and pop culture references in the movie. Ones you may have missed when watching the film because of the overwhelming emotion attached to every scene, or ones you may only be familiar with on the surface. In this episode, we’ll be talking about the song that seemed to be inspired when Forrest Gump and John Lennon appeared on the Dick Cavett Show. It was as if you could see the gears turning in Lennon’s head as Forrest explained to him what China was like, and the beginnings of Lennon’s most successful single from his solo career. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Imagine. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SWD8YI1Mqhs Music for Makers Sources: http://www.biography.com/news/john-lennon-imagine-song-facts http://www.rollingstone.com/music/lists/the-500-greatest-songs-of-all-time-20110407/john-lennon-imagine-20110516 http://www.rebeatmag.com/9-myths-about-john-lennon-and-the-far-more-interesting-truths/ http://www.biography.com/people/john-lennon-9379045#early-life http://www.centralparknyc.org/things-to-see-and-do/attractions/strawberry-fields.html?referrer=https://www.google.com/ <a href= "https://www.theguardian.com/music/2012/jan/03/cee-lo-green-john-lennon
Mon, February 13, 2017
Ping-Pong
In 1994, a movie came along about a man of low intelligence who happens to hit a few lucky breaks, weaving himself in and out of the timeline of American history, and into the hearts of millions of movie-goers. That man is Forrest. Forrest Gump. For the month of February, I’ll be focusing episode topics on historical and pop culture references in the movie. Ones you may have missed when watching the film because of the overwhelming emotion attached to every scene, or ones you may only be familiar with on the surface. In this episode, we’ll be talking about the popular victorian parlor sport and how it led to the first Americans visiting China in 20 years, breaking what was known as the bamboo curtain. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Ping-Pong. The role of Premier Zhou En-lai was played by Fear from Fearcast and FYFCast . Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wvJ4wh1kwR8 Music for Makers Sources: <a href= "https://www.killerspin.com/blog/table-tennis-through-time-a-brief-history-of
Thu, February 09, 2017
Dr Pepper
In 1994, a movie came along about a man of low intelligence who happens to hit a few lucky breaks, weaving himself in and out of the timeline of American history, and into the hearts of millions of movie-goers. That man was Forrest. Forrest Gump. For the month of February, I’ll be focusing episode topics on historical and pop culture references in the movie. Ones you may have missed when watching the film because of the overwhelming emotion attached to every scene, or ones you may only be familiar with on the surface. In this episode, we’ll be talking about Forrest’s favorite and America’s oldest major soft drink. Beginning as a wellness tonic in a drugstore in Waco, Texas, its flavors are hard to pinpoint, exactly. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Dr Pepper. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JSEdBNslGOk Music for Makers Sources: http://www.drpeppermuseum.com/about-us/history-of-dr--pepper.aspx http://mentalfloss.com/article/67514/11-things-you-might-not-know-about-dr-pepper <a href= "http://www.dmagazine.co
Mon, February 06, 2017
The Stand in the Schoolhouse Door
In 1994, a movie came along about a man of low intelligence who happens to hit a few lucky breaks, weaving himself in and out of the timeline of American history, and into the hearts of millions of movie-goers. That man is Forrest. Forrest Gump. For the month of February, I’ll be focusing episode topics on historical and pop culture references in the movie. Ones you may have missed when watching the film because of the overwhelming emotion attached to every scene, or ones you may only be familiar with on the surface. In this episode, we’ll talk about the history behind desegregation of schools, Alabama Governor Wallace and the reasons for his stance, and how this led to the Civil Rights Act of 1964. This episode may not be suitable for all listeners. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind the Stand in the Schoolhouse Door. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eluXKOqxM28 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L1rd6xfGg5s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hLLDn7MjbF0 Music for Makers Sources: <a href= "http://www.usnews.com/news/blogs/press-past/2013/06/11/george-wallace-stood-in-a-doorw
Thu, February 02, 2017
Nathan Bedford Forrest
In 1994, a story came along about a man of low intelligence who happens to hit a few lucky breaks, weaving himself in and out of the timeline of American history, and into the hearts of millions of movie-goers. That man is Forrest. Forrest Gump. For the month of February, I’ll be focusing episode topics on historical and pop culture references in the movie. Ones you may have missed when watching the film because of the overwhelming emotion attached to every scene, or ones you may only be familiar with on the surface. In this episode, we’re starting at the beginning of the movie, with the man Forrest Gump was named after. Some of the content may not be suitable for all listeners. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Nathan Bedford Forrest. The role of General Sherman was played by Mark from the Unskippable podcast and the band And Robots . And Mat from The One Word, Go! Show played the role of Nathan Bedford Forrest. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=raVFzZZLp3A <span style= "font-weight: 400
Mon, January 30, 2017
30 Random Things
This episode was decided by listeners who responded to a poll I put up last week on Twitter asking if I should do a regular show for Episode 30 or if I should do a special episode with 30 random facts. If you’re not already, follow @storybehindpod on Twitter , Facebook and Instagram so you can contribute to the show. What you decided was episode 30 should be 30 random facts, so without further ado, here we go! I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind 30 Random Things. Many things we eat and drink contain grass. Not the kinds that necessarily grow in our yards, but varieties like wheat grass and barley grass are found in beer, whiskey and bread. A way to distinguish a monkey from an ape is their tails. Apes don’t have tails, but monkeys do. Yams commonly found in your grocery store are probably sweet potatoes. True yams grow in Africa and Asia and are relatively tough to find. They are related to the lily family, while sweet potatoes are related to the morning glory family. But grocery stores distinguish sweet potatoes as being a firm sweet potato with a light flesh and a yam as being a soft sweet potato with a more orange or copper color. The moons and natural satellites of Uranis were named for characters in works by William Shakespeare and Alexander Pope, like Ophelia, Juliet, Belinda and Umbriel. The tradition was started by astronomer William Lassell, who discovered the first two in 1851. Cordelia from King Lear Ophelia from Hamlet Bianca from Taming of the Shrew Cressida from Troilus and Cressida Desdemona from Othello Juliet from Romeo and Juliet Portia from Merchant of Venice Rosalind from As You Like It Belinda, Umbriel from Rape of Lock Puck, Titania and Oberon from A Midsummer Night's Dream Miranda, Ariel, Caliban, Sycorax, Prospero, Setebos, Stephano and Trinculo from The Tempest Hades, from Greek mythology, is not the basis for Satan in Christianity. Hades isn’t necessarily a bad guy -- his job is simply to guard the Underworld, which is where all souls were believed to have gone when they died. There are parts of the Underworld where evil souls are tortured, much like Christianity’s description of Hell, but souls considered good are rewarded in the Underworld. Erasers work by attracting the graphite from pencils off the paper and onto the rubber. Before our modern-day erasers, people would often use balled up bread to fix their mistakes on paper. Raisins were discovered accidentally when a San Fransisco grocer began selling grapes that had been dried out due to the heat wave 1873. He called them a “Peruvian Delicacy.” Eclair is the French word for Lightning. It’s
Thu, January 26, 2017
Mad Hatters
This week’s theme was inspired by the title of my favorite song from Elton John, which is Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters. You don’t have to be familiar with the song to listen to the episodes, but if you haven’t, it’s one of the more underrated of his songs. On Monday, we talked about how the da Vinci painting wasn’t as famous until it was stolen in 1911 and how our mind tricks us into seeing Mona Lisa’s smile sometimes and other times, not as much. In this episode, I’m getting into the second part of the Elton John song title. From unknown mercury poisoning in hat factories to the man known for inspiring the character in Lewis Carroll’s book “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” and through today, even though the actual occupational disease doesn’t occur anymore. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Mad Hatters. The role of Johnny Depp was played by Nick from The Epic Film Guys podcast. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: http://www.cas.org/news/insights/science-connections/mad-hatter http://www.medicinenet.com/mercury_poisoning/article.htm <a href= "https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.go
Mon, January 23, 2017
The Mona Lisa
This week’s theme was inspired by the title of my favorite song from Elton John, which is Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters. You don’t have to be familiar with the song to listen to the episodes, but if you haven’t, it’s one of the more underrated of his songs. Naturally, we’re starting the week talking about the famous painting and the even more famous smile painted by Leonardo Da Vinci. In this episode, we’ll be talking about the real-life woman in the painting, how the painting may have achieved its fame because of being stolen and why the smile on the painting’s subject is so mysterious. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind The Mona Lisa The role of Luc Maspero was played by Fee from The Ultra Podcast . Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: http://mentalfloss.com/article/62280/14-things-you-didnt-know-about-mona-lisa http://www.ibtimes.com/why-mona-lisa-so-famous-310480 http://www.smithsonianmag.com/art
Thu, January 19, 2017
Betty White | The Later Years
Today’s episode is the second in a two-part series of The Story Behind. The subject of these two episodes couldn’t be contained into just one show. We’ll be celebrating her 95th birthday, which was on Tuesday, January 17th, by dedicating this week to her contribution to television, Hollywood and her various charity works. In the previous episode, we talked about about her early days in radio and television; her awards and critics; and her title as the First Lady of Game Shows. In this episode, we’ll be talking about the roles she’s probably best known for, her incredible love of animals and her charity work, and her recent return to the spotlight because of a simple Snickers commercial. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Betty White | Part 2: The Later Years. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bXL8QPWLbBo Sources: http://mentalfloss.com/article/61054/15-things-you-didnt-know-about-betty-white http://www.biography.com/people/betty-white-9542614#early-life-and-career http://www.biography.com/people/betty-white-9542614/videos/betty-white-mini-biography-42155247 http://www.biography.com/people/betty-white-9542614/videos/betty-white-hollywoods-golden-girl-3945539701 http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/gossip/betty-white-charlie-sheen-lindsay-lohan-ungrateful-actors-abuse-fame-article-1.111942 http://www.todayifoundout.com/index.php/20
Mon, January 16, 2017
Betty White | The Early Years
This week’s episodes will be a two-part series of The Story Behind. The subject of these two episodes just couldn’t be contained into just one show. So we’ll be celebrating her 95th birthday on Tuesday, January 17th, by dedicating this week to her contribution to television, Hollywood and her various charity works. In this episode, we’ll be talking about her early days in radio and television; her awards and, surprisingly, her critics; and her title as the First Lady of Game Shows. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Betty White | Part 1: The Early Years. The role of John Crosby was played by Daniel Repholz from The Toe on the Trigger podcast. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: http://mentalfloss.com/article/61054/15-things-you-didnt-know-about-betty-white http://www.biography.com/people/betty-white-9542614#early-life-and-career http://www.biography.com/people/betty-white-9542614/videos/betty-white-mini-bio
Thu, January 12, 2017
Pretzels
Whether you like them sweet or salty, dipped in frosting or mustard, or even if you prefer hard over soft, the snack food we talk about in this episode continues to be a favorite around the world. And, I don’t know about you, but I know it’s tough to pass the kiosk at the mall for these delicious treats without the scent of them tempting me to break every diet I’m ever on. In this episode, we’ll talk about the religious meaning and origins of these snacks; the different incarnations of them spawned by accidents; and how they’ve become associated with luck, marriage and even helped thwart the attempts of invasion. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Pretzels. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=khTS0cU2IgQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yMe7mlRv8UE Sources: http://www.todayifoundout.com/index.php/2013/06/the-history-of-pretzels/ http://www.history.com/news/hungry-history/the-pretzel-a-twisted-history <spa
Mon, January 09, 2017
Potato Chips
When this episode comes out, it’ll be the second week of the new year. So … how’s everyone’s diets going? If you’re looking for some motivation, you might want to go back to last week’s episode on The Story Behind the Treadmill because in this episode, we’ll be talking about a certain crunchy, salty, fatty food that’s hard to resist. Find out the popular origin story of this food, and how it’s actually just a legend; how it became a favorite snack food and went from banned during World War 2 to becoming labeled “essential; and why you can’t just eat one. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Potato Chips. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: http://www.todayifoundout.com/index.php/2014/09/real-story-potato-chip/ http://www.snopes.com/business/origins/chips.asp http://www.foxnews.com/food-drink/2016/03/14/surprising-history-potato-chips.html http://invention.si.edu/potato-chip-inventions <a href= "https://www.ta
Thu, January 05, 2017
Soap Operas
Emily's evil twin, Erica, crashes the podcast for this episode! Luckily, Dr. Drake Ramoray, her long-lost brother, who came out of his coma AND recovered from amnesia, was there to save the day and the show! Only a show on the topic of soap operas could handle such a dramatic introduction. Find out how soap operas came to exist, their rise and fall in popularity, and why they look different from other television shows. I'm your host, Emily Prokop (or is it Erica???), and this is The Story Behind Soap Operas. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Thanks again to Craig from The Ultra Podcast for coming in an saving the day as Dr. Drake Ramoray, our not-so-subtle nod to our love of "Friends." Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: http://www.museum.tv/eotv/soapopera.htm http://entertainment.howstuffworks.com/11-longest-running-daytime-soap-operas.htm https://www.otrcat.com/soap-operas-during-the-golden-age-of-radio <a href= "http://mentalfloss.com/article/25169/why-did-soap-operas-look-different-other-tv-
Mon, January 02, 2017
The Treadmill
Happy New Year! Are you ready to make this year the best year of your life? Are you going to get off the couch, throw out those Christmas cookies, join the gym, and get that heart beating?! Well, what are you waiting for!? I bet you’re at the gym right now, about to step on the machine we’ll be talking about in this episode! Get ready to learn about how you’re about to use a machine that went from its beginnings as a human-powered heavy-lifter to a form of prison punishment to becoming the most popular piece of cardiovascular exercise machinery. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind The Treadmill! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: https://www.lifefitness.com/blog/posts/the-history-of-the-treadmill.html http://mentalfloss.com/article/12275/treadmill-originated-prisons https://physicalculturestudy.com/2015/04/01/a-brief-history-of-the-treadmill/ http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/n
Thu, December 29, 2016
New Year's Eve
You may be seeing a lot of social media posts from people reflecting on 2016 or even saying “good riddance” to the year, looking forward to a new year. And you may already have heard people discussing their new year’s resolutions or plans for 2017. One of the biggest celebrations happens annually in New York City, as many gather to watch a giant lit up ball descend as they countdown to midnight. In this episode, we’ll talk about why we celebrate the new year when we do, how it’s celebrated around the world, and the famed ball drop in Times Square. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind New Year’s Eve. Have a safe and happy new year! Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. If you enjoy podcasts about history, literature, archeology, and the arts, check out the hashtag #HumanitiesPodcasts on Twitter to find more podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: https://www.timeout.com/newyork/blog/10-insider-tips-for-doing-times-square-on-new-years-eve-123015 http://www.timessquarenyc.org/events/new-years-eve/about-the-new-years-eve-ball/history-of-the-new-years-eve-ball/index.aspx#.WE7ruvn491k htt
Mon, December 26, 2016
The Four Chords
When Australian comedic Band Axis of Awesome created a YouTube hit in 2011 with their song, “Four Chords,” many were amazed to realize just how many songs used the same chord progression. If you haven’t heard the song in it’s entirety, I encourage you to take a listen. LINK TO Axis of Awesome’s “4 Chords”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oOlDewpCfZQ In this episode, we’ll talk about why it’s possible to sing a number of different songs using the same four chords, why these four chords sound so good to our ears, and hopefully when this episode is over, you will continue to listen to podcasts instead of the radio, since you already know what most of the songs sound like. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind the Four Chords. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Pachelbel’s Canon Axis of Awesome - 4 Chords Four Chord Progression and Sensitive Female Chord Progression Sources: http://www.easyeartraining.com/learn/four-chords-and-the-truth/# http://wmbriggs.com/post/2641/ <span style= "font-weight:
Thu, December 22, 2016
Christmas Traditions
This episode is a bit different from regular episodes of The Story Behind. Instead of one topic, I explore the story behind five different Christmas traditions, some from history and some more modern. This was originally recorded for a guest segment I did on the Triple X-Mas Special episode of Everyone Has a Podcast , a comedy show hosted by my friends Adam and Bryon. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Christmas Traditions. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: FreeXmasMP3.com Sources: Snopes.com Alltogetherchristmas.com Gizmodo.com Achristmasstoryhouse.com
Mon, December 19, 2016
The Polygraph
We've seen them on TV, most notably on daytime shows like Maury, catching cheaters and making for over-dramatic television. But if lie detectors are so good? Why aren't they used in actual criminal cases? In this episode, we'll talk about the invention of the lie detector test, how it works and even how to pass a lie detector test. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind the Polygraph. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. Special thanks to Jim Collison from Home Gadget Geeks at TheAverageGuy.TV , who played my polygraph tester in this episode. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: http://www.kidzone.ws/science/polygraph/historyofthepolygraphmachine.htm http://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-22467640 http://americacomesalive.com/2014/11/08/invention-polygraph/ http://www.engineersgarage.com/invention-stories/lie-detector-history http://www.apa.org/research/action/polygraph.aspx https://www.hg.org/article.asp?id=31737 http://www.criminaldefenselawyer.com/resources/criminal-defense/defendants-rights/lie-detector-test.htm# http://www.livescience.com/33512-pass-lie-detector-polygraph.html http://www.npr.org/2014/10/27/359078315/the-man-behind-wonder-woman-was-inspired-by-both-suffragists-and-centerfolds http://home.total.net/~galcar/html/brief_history_of_the_polygraph.html http://www.etymonline.com/index.php?term=polygraph <a href= "http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2
Thu, December 15, 2016
Cabbage Patch Kids
For anyone who has been pregnant or has been around someone who is pregnant, you may be familiar with the amazing phenomenon of the swelling of appendages you never knew could swell so much. Being pregnant myself, there are days when someone will ask me how I’m feeling and all I do is show them a comparison of my swollen feet and ankles to those of a certain popular ‘80s doll, whose toes are only distinguishable by the thin thread separating them. In this episode, we’ll be talking about the disputed creator of that doll, how the craze for this doll took off, and how Black Fridays of today can’t hold a candle to the violence and mania that ensued in the early-to-mid 1980s. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Cabbage Patch Kids. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers PIX News 11: https://youtu.be/VaQuxCWWTaI Sources: http://www.vice.com/video/the-secret-history-of-cabbage-patch-kids-011 http://www.glamour.com/story/cabbage-patch-kids-facts http://content.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,921419,00.html https://news.google.com/newspapers?nid=861&dat=19831127&id=LzMcAAAAIBAJ&sjid=3VgEAAAAIBAJ&pg=5445,7789961 <a href= "h
Mon, December 12, 2016
Lego
With the birth of our second child coming in April, we’ve been going through a lot of my daughter’s toys to see what we can pass on, and there’s one bin of toys we know will be always be shared by her, our future son, as well as my husband and me. In fact, we’re not quite sure which of these toys belonged to my husband when he was growing up and which ones are brand new, since they transcend generations and are robust enough to survive multiple children. In this episode, we’ll talk about the man behind this toy, how his family has been behind production up through this day, and how this toy has impacted generations of children, past and present. And as awesome as they are for children’s development and creativity, there’s nothing worse than stepping on one with barefeet. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind LEGO. The role of Ole Kirk Christainsen was played by Kevin from Who Are These Podcasts ? Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Sources: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/the-lego-legacy/ http://mentalfloss.com/article/19400/early-history-lego http://www.famousinventors.org/ole-kirk-christiansen https://www.lego.com/en-us/aboutus/news-room/2016/april/smooth-handover-to-the-next-generation https://www.lego.com/en-us/aboutus/lego-group/the_lego_history <a
Thu, December 08, 2016
Madame Tussaud
Have you ever seen a human-like robot, doll or animatronic that was so lifelike it gave you the creeps? Maybe you feel uncomfortable seeing a clown or zombie but don’t know why. The uneasiness you may feel is known as the Uncanny Valley Phenomenon, which is noticeable when something is so close to being human, but lacks a certain something that’s hard to describe. If you saw the robot from the 1986 movie, “Short Circuit,” your brain would process it as just a regular robot and it wouldn’t set off any warning bells in your mind. But the more scientists try to add human features to a robot, the more negatively we respond to it. This uncanny valley is why some people say they feel uncomfortable in wax museums. The characters are so incredibly lifelike, yet there’s something just off enough about them, our brains process them as being something to fear. Yet, wax museums have been popular tourist attractions for years. And it was one woman who became so skilled at her wax sculptures, her museums have attracted guests for more than 250 years. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Madame Tussaud. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: http://www.cnn.com/2012/07/11/health/uncanny-valley-robots/ http://www.encyclopedia.com/people/literature-and-arts/european-art-1600-present-biographies/marie-tussaud http://mentalfloss.com/article
Mon, December 05, 2016
Speakeasies
There are lots of experiments that have come and gone. And not just experiments you’ll find in science laboratories or chemistry classes. For example, if you were around for the early days of Facebook, back when it was known as “THE Facebook,” you might remember the slogan “a social experiment.” But it wasn’t the first social experiment, and it certain won’t be the last. Prohibition, otherwise known as a constitutional ban on the making and selling of alcoholic beverages, was known as the Noble Experiment from 1920-1933. It’s safe to say the experiment failed, considering many lost their jobs, restaurants and clubs were put out of business, and prohibition gave way to corruption and an increase in underground crime, not to mention an exorbitant amount of power wielded to mobsters and bootleggers like Al Capone. Jello Biafra of the Dead Kennedys once said, "For every prohibition you create, you also create an underground." I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Speakeasies. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. The role of Jello Biafra was played by Mark from the Unskippable podcast, and Eleanor Roosevelt was played by Tammy Terwelp, General Manager of 91.5 KRCC, Southern Colorado's NPR Station . Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/authors/j/jello_biafra.html http://www.history.com/news/hungry-history/prohibition-speakeasies-and-finger-foods <a href= "http://www.legendsofamerica.com/ah-prohibit
Thu, December 01, 2016
Stenomasks
Many around my age remember talking to our friends on AOL Instant Messenger after school and using netspeak for things like LOL or JK or BRB for Laughing Out Loud, Just Kidding or Be Right Back, which no one really does anymore with the internet. But every generation has a way of shortening their writing, it seems. Decades ago, high-schoolers took classes on a way of writing called shorthand, which was used in offices for dictation, for reporters taking notes at a quick pace and court reporters transcribing the proceedings. But, sometimes even court reporters couldn’t write shorthand quickly enough to keep up with fast-talkers, and, as seen in all great infomercials, someone said, “There’s Got To Be A Better Way!” I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Stenomasks. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. The role of Pappy Ward was played by Adam from Everyone has a Podcast . Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hxVQ9rhjyTY Music for Makers Sources: http://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-34603886 https://talktech.com/history/ http://www.phillycourtreporters.com/the-stenomask-your-court-reporting-nighmares-realized/</span
Mon, November 28, 2016
Mount Rushmore
Yelp Review: 1 Star "If I could give zero to this collection of 'Merican phat pants ice cream zoo I would. This is a disgrace to the park system. Don’t go here. Stay in the hills or badlands instead. I do not think it is patriotic to deface a mountain. Also the surrounding towns are horrible. I am pretty sure that the next gathering of the juggalos is taking place around here somewhere." Yelp Review: 1 Star "Not to downplay the achievements of the monument ... but, it was really not that awesome. Seriously, you can only look at giant heads carved into the side of a mountain for so long. We drove across the country and through South Dakota for this?" Yelp Review: 1 Star "not very good. kind of scary imo. my little sister cried. do NOT bring kids to this thing." Despite the one-star Yelp reviews, this South Dakota monument attracts more than 2 million tourists per year, became a sought-after movie backdrop by Alfred Hitchcock, which caused rumors and controversy with the National Parks Service, and started off with a 14-year construction using nearly 400 men and women. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Mount Rushmore. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website The One-Star Yelp Reviews were read by Adam and Bryon from Everyone has a Podcast and Porter from Porter’s Podcast . The role of Bill Challis was played byRich Grimshaw, a forensic engineer from Cumming, Georgia. Brandon from the Basement Condition Podcast played Gutzon Borglum, and Podcast Rob from The Something-Something Cast played Alfred Hitchcock. Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: http://www.history.com/topics/us-presidents/mount-rushmore http://www.rosyinn.com/1320a1.html <a href= "http://www-tc.
Thu, November 24, 2016
The Cornucopia
Even though my family’s dining room table is usually too full of food for any sort of decoration, there’s one particular centerpiece associated with Thanksgiving. Whether you paid an exorbitant amount of money for one at Williams-Sonoma, or found one at a consignment shop, this symbol of abundance has been seen In this episode, we’ll be talking about Greek mythology involving the horn of plenty, how it came to grace Thanksgiving tables and still-life paintings, and even its appearance in The Hunger Games. I'm your host Emily Prokop and this is The Story Behind The Cornucopia. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: http://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/from-zeus-to-williamssonoma-the-history-of-the-cornucopia http://www.theoi.com/Ther/AixAmaltheia.html http://www.mythphile.com/2010/11/the-cornucopia-horn-of-plenty-in-greek-myth/ http://www.brighthubeducation.com/history-homework-help/126590-what-is-a-cornucopia/ http://thehungergames.wikia.com/wiki/Cornucopia http://www.thedailymeal.com/history-cornucopia
Mon, November 21, 2016
Comic Sans
As a parent of a kindergartener, I get a lot of notices home from my daughter’s school. Bake sales, fundraisers, notices about upcoming events, all that fun stuff. And, I’m convinced public schools are only given access to one font for these flyers. And, as an editor for print publications for more than 10 years, it drives me absolutely bonkers. In this episode, we’ll talk about Batman’s inspiration in the font world, designers who despise clients who ask for this particular font, and the man responsible for mountains of internet hate. I'm Emily Prokop and this is The Story Behind Comic Sans. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: MusicForMakers.com https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zq7Eki5EZ8o Sources: https://www.kidscodecs.com/why-designers-hate-comic-sans/ http://www.connare.com/whycomic.htm http://knowyourmeme.com/memes/comic-sans?full=1 http://mashable.com/2012/10/03/comic-sans-history/#HVKEwcT9kkqU http://comicsansproject.tumblr.com/ http://www.azlyrics.com/lyrics/weirdalyankovic/tacky.html https://www.dyslexic.com/fonts/
Thu, November 17, 2016
Hoodies
As basic as the need for warmth and being covered is, fashion has taken a basic need to a completely different level at times. You could pick up any yearbook from the 1980s as proof of that. But sometimes the most simple articles of clothing create the biggest impact. Look at what James Dean accomplished with just a white T-shirt or the everlasting impact of Jackie Onassis’ large sunglasses, or even being able to look at the backside of Bruce Springsteen in his iconic jeans and know exactly who it is. In this episode, we’re sticking with the basics and, as I’m from New England, you can’t get much more basic than a sweatshirt this time of year. The warm and casual look has been tried and true and, even though what prompted this episode was a seeing a cropped version of this fashion that I still don’t quite understand. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Hoodies. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: http://www.rollingstone.com/culture/news/the-history-of-the-hoodie-20120403 https://youtu.be/zj7qEcD8R-8?t=20s http://www.cnn.com/2012/05/18/justice/florida-teen-shooting-details/ http://www.miamiherald.com/news/state/florida/trayvon-martin/article1953286.html http://time.com/4192840/mark-zuckerberg-wardrobe-facebook-photo/ <a href= "http://www.cnn.com/2012/03/27/living/history-hoodie-tra
Mon, November 14, 2016
Sadie Hawkins
I loved dances in high school. As an adult, I think the closest we have to school dances are weddings, but it’s still not the same excitement of the unexpected that came from school dances. Except for November of my sophomore year. There was one dance I did not look forward to: Sadie Hawkins Day Dance. I was lucky enough to have a girl who looked enough like me in passing who I got to ask for me. Thank god every girl at the time had the Rachel hair cut. That, in and of itself, should indicate how times have changed since then. And now, it’s common for girls to ask boys to any dance or boys to ask boys or girls to ask girls or to not have to ask anyone at all. In this episode, we’ll be talking about the fictional comic strip character; her creator, a misogynist; the Greek myth she may be based on, and and how she inspired women in the ‘50s to chase men around campuses in the ‘50s. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is the story behind Sadie Hawkins. Follow The Story Behind: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Website Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. The role of Al Capp was played by Nick from the Epic Film Guys podcast. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: http://www.womenyoushouldknow.net/ugly-truth-behind-sadie-hawkins-day/ http://reason.com/archives/2013/02/26/the-wizard-of-dogpatch http://newsfeed.time.com/2012/02/29/get-ready-ladies-leap-day-is-also-sadie-hawki
Sun, November 13, 2016
The Electoral College
Welcome to a special episode of The Story Behind. There will still be two regular episodes this week, but following the 2016 election results, I wanted to do a special episode on The Story Behind the Electoral College. Many are wondering why do Electoral Votes matter and what do they mean; why, if Hillary Clinton won the popular vote, did she not win the presidency; and just what does the Electoral College really do? In this episode, we’ll discuss how this institution came to be, the impact of its decisions, and why some people are still saying Hillary Clinton could win the presidency. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind the Electoral College. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W9H3gvnN468 http://time.com/4560682/faithless-electors/ http://people.howstuffworks.com/electoral-college1.htm http://www.history.com/topics/electoral-college http://www.ibtimes.com/can-hillary-clinton-still-win-electoral-college-vote-december-after-candidate-wins-2445319 http://www.usnews.com/news/articles/2016-11-10/the-electoral-college-what-is-it http://www.nytimes.com/2016/11/09/us/politics/how-does-the-electoral-college-work.html?_r=0 http://www.snopes.com/2016/11/11/the-electoral-college-and-the-popular-vote/ http://www.vox.com/policy-and-politics/2016/11/11/13588048/electoral-college-petition-clinton-trump http://heavy.com/news/2016/11/fa
Thu, November 10, 2016
Peanut Butter
Before there were allergy-free tables in school cafeterias, it seemed every kid when I was growing up had a PB&J sandwich in their lunch at least once a week. It seems almost foreign to me now to make my daugher’s lunch and have to move the household Jif aside to grab some allergy-friendly sunflower seed butter for her sandwiches -- and, no, she’s not allergic, but I can’t look like a terrible mom, taunting the kids with a peanut allergy with an amazing Fluffernutter in my daughter’s lunch. Beginning as a slave food, then a source of protein during World War 2, and, even though it’s not as loved by our friends over in the UK, it’s still an American staple and favorite. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Peanut Butter Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. The role of Ruth Desmond was played by Lisa from Crime & Precedents, and Mark from the Unskippable Podcast played Lee Avera. Click here if you'd like to support the podcast through Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: http://peanutbutterlovers.com/pb-lovers/pb101/history/ http://www.beaconlearningcenter.com/documents/4182_3506.pdf http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/food-and-drink/features/love-me-love-my-gunk-why-dont-brits-love-peanut-butter-as-much-as-americans-do-7622212.html http://www.slate.com/articles/news_and_politics/explainer/2009/02/why_do_americans_love_peanut_butter.html http://nationalpeanutboard.org/peanut-info/fun-facts.htm http://nationalpeanutboard.org/peanut-info/who-invented-peanut-butter.htm http://mentalfloss.com/article/32042/corn-flakes-were-invented-part-anti-masturbation-crusade <a href= "http://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/why-midce
Mon, November 07, 2016
Secret Ballots
If you live in the United States and you’re listening to this on the day it comes out, you may be feeling a number of different emotions about tomorrow’s election. From anger to confidence, fear to even indifference, you know that casting your ballot means you realize that your voice has the right to be heard and that your opinions on how this country should be run matters. And, as long as you’re over the age of 18 and a citizen, you can walk into your local polling place and cast your ballot in complete secrecy, no matter what your family, friends or coworkers think of your candidate -- whoever you pick is known only to you. It’s something we now take for granted and, in this episode, we’ll talk about how public voting was influenced, how Australia set an international precedent, and just how recent the switch from public to personal voting was. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Secret Ballots. Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: http://www.history.com/topics/the-26th-amendment http://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2008/10/13/rock-paper-scissors http://inthepastlane.com/tag/australian-ballot-in-america/ http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/boss-tweed-delivered-to-authorities http://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2012/07/abolish-the-secret-ballot/309038/ http://www.bbc.co.uk/ahistoryoftheworld/objects/WryVwsknTr-aa4IQ-ID9iQ https://www.theguardian.com/notesandqueries/query/0,,-1051,00.html
Thu, November 03, 2016
Gunpowder
There’s a lot of talk about the Second Amendment, the right to bear arms, this election season. Gun control has been a hot-button topic in politics for many years, and has seemed to increase in being discussed, as well as what the Founding Fathers could have meant when they wrote that amendment back before there were such things as assault weapons and nuclear bombs. But we’re going way back before all that in this episode -- starting with trying to find the Elixir of Life to the creation of fireworks to weaponry of the middle ages and how a plot to overthrow the King became a holiday still celebrated today. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Gunpowder. Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. The role of Guy Fawkes was played by Paul from the podcast, Rick and Paul Heal the World . Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: Music for Makers Sources: http://www.history.com/shows/mankind-the-story-of-all-of-us/videos/mankind-the-story-of-all-of-us-gunpowder-to-guns http://kaleidoscope.cultural-china.com/en/10Kaleidoscope8482.html http://www.livescience.com/7476-gunpowder-changed-world.html https://epicfireworks.com/history-of-gunpowder http://www.history.com/topics/gunpowder-plot http://www.potw.org/archive/potw405.html http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/0/bonfire-night-why-do-we-celebrate-with-firework-displays-who-was/
Mon, October 31, 2016
Sugar Skulls
If you were a child growing up in the U.S., you likely remember the feeling of waking up with a sugar hangover on November 1st, after walking all night to fill up your bucket with Halloween candy and eating too many, only to have a sugar rush that night, followed by a major crash. The last thing you’ll want to do that day is look at any more sugar. Unless you happen to visit Mexico, Latin America or live in one of the South-West states that celebrates Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, with traditional sugar skulls. In this episode, we’ll be talking about the significance of skulls in remembering those who have died, combining ancient religious celebrations with traditions of early settlers, and the sweet happenstance of using sugar as a means of decoration. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is the story behind Sugar Skulls. Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: "Pueblo Duerme" by La Barca de Sua “Los Besos De Mi Negra” by Lydia Mendoza "Nova Zemja" by Ansambl Mastika Sources: http://www.encyclopedia.com/social-sciences-and-law/sociology-and-social-reform/sociology-general-terms-and-concepts/memento http://www.mexicansugarskull.com/support/dodhistory.html http://nationalgeographic.org/media/dia-de-los-muertos/ http://www.history.com/news/hungry-history/day-of-the-dead-sweets-and-treats http://www.mexicansugarskull.com/support/faqs.html http://www.art-is-fun.com/mexican-sugar-skull/ http://www.azcentral.com/story/entertainment/holidays/day-of-the-dead/2014/09/24/day-of-the-dead-history/16174911/
Mon, October 31, 2016
Dry Ice
Dry ice. The name, itself, seems like an oxymoron. Ice is made of water, and for the most part, there should be a wet mess left behind when it melts, right? Maybe you saw it for the first time in middle school in a science class -- depending on your age, maybe you were even allowed to handle it. I doubt nowadays, with all the lawsuits, kids would have the glory of hearing that faint sizzle while envisioning themselves as the greatest sorcerer who ever lived. In this episode, we’ll be talking about how a product exists that has the potential for such danger has become so ubiquitous as to be used in fire extinguishers, Halloween decorations and haunted graveyard attractions, water bottle bombs at Disney and even cause a crying Sorority girl to go viral. I’m your host, Emily Prokop, and this is The Story Behind Dry Ice. Check out #PodernFamily on Twitter to find other great indie podcasts like this one. Click here to support this podcast on Patreon. Media: MusicForMakers.com Sources: http://www.dryicecorp.com/many-uses-of-dry-ice/the-history-of-dry-ice/ http://dryiceinfo.com/history.htm http://science.howstuffworks.com/innovation/science-questions/question264.htm http://science.howstuffworks.com/touched-dry-ice.htm http://knowyourmeme.com/memes/i-just-wanted-to-make-it-snow http://articles.latimes.com/2013/nov/04/local/la-me-ln-disneyland-dry-ice-bombs-guilty-20131104
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