A Brief History
Step into the time machine with A Brief History, where each episode unpacks the surprising origins, forgotten moments, and pivotal turning points that shaped our world. Ryan Spanier blends sharp analysis with rich storytelling to make history feel fresh, relevant, and irresistibly curious. Whether you're a casual listener or a deep thinker, this podcast offers bize-sized journeys through the past that illuminate the present - all with a dash of wit and a keen eye for the unexpected. History, but make it brief. And brilliant.
Episodes
In this episode of A Brief History, host Ryan Spanier takes you deep into the drama of the French Revolution — one of the most explosive events in world history. From the storming of the Bastille to the Reign of Terror, from the fall of the monarchy to the rise of Napoleon, this is the story of how ordinary people toppled centuries of tradition and reshaped the ...
Step into the world of Adam Smith, the 18th-century thinker whose ideas forever changed how we understand morality, society, and the economy. From The Theory of Moral Sentiments to The Wealth of Nations, this episode explores Smith’s life, his philosophy, and his lasting influence on everything from modern economics to everyd...
From ancient amulets and Silk Road trade to modern jewelry and spiritual healing, opalites have carried a story as luminous as the stones themselves. In this episode, we explore the fascinating history of opalites - tracing their geological origins, cultural symbolism, and enduring allure across civilizations.
Journey through the fascinating history of artificial intelligence, from ancient legends of mechanical beings to today’s powerful generative models. Explore the key breakthroughs, visionary thinkers, and pivotal moments that shaped AI, along with the challenges and ethical questions that define its future. Perfect for tech enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone curious about how we went from myth to machine.
From an unprecedented federal takeover of Washington, D.C.’s police force to a high-stakes Trump–Putin summit hinting at “land swaps” in Ukraine, today’s headlines are shaking political norms at home and abroad. We break down the global outrage over the killing of Al Jazeera journalists in Gaza, the deadly U.S. Steel explosion in Pennsylvania, and fresh U.S. inflation data reshaping market expectation...
We cover today's (slightly belated) news, do a deep dive on the history of caffeine, and also take a tour of the unification of Japan. Enjoy!
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