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Korea was one of the last countries in Asia to be visited by Westerners, and its borders have remained largely unchanged since it was unified in the seventh century. Though it is one of the world's oldest and most ethnically homogeneous states, Korea was not born in a vacuum. Geographically isolated, the country was heavily influenced by powerful China and was often used as a bridge to the mainland by Japan. Calling themselves as "a shrimp among whales", Koreans borrowed elements of government, culture, and religion, all the while fiercely fighting to maintain independence.

Starting in early 1915, the Ottoman Turks began deporting and killing hundreds of thousands of Armenians in the first major genocide of the 20th century. By the end of the First World War, the number of Armenians in what would become Turkey had been reduced by 90 percent - more than 1,000,000 people. A century later, the Armenian genocide remains controversial but relatively unknown, overshadowed by later slaughters and the chasm separating Turkish and Armenian versions of events.

Do you love head-scratchers, trivia, and strange history? Then this book is a must-listen! We’ve all heard wild stories that seem too impossible to be true - this book contains stories you’ve likely never heard of but need to listen to....

Kenneth C. Davis, author of Don't Know Much About® History, Don't Know Much About the Civil War and Don't Know Much About the Bible, turns his inimitable wit and wide-ranging knowledge to the subject of geography, and proves once and for all that there is a lot more to it than labeling countries on a map. From often amusing perceptions people have had through the ages about the world and the universe to the changing map of today, Davis shows how geography is really a great crossroad of many fields: biology, meteorology, astronomy, history, economics, and even politics.

I have researched and written over 150 books on strange and mysterious phenomena. Some of these books are based on my own experiences and most topics are based on my research. My fascination with strange things has become a major passion in my life. This book includes over sixty true stories on many different subjects to provide a lot of food for thought on these topics.

Here, celebrating the 20th anniversary of its debut as a New York Times best seller, is the revised, updated, and expanded edition of the classic anti-textbook that changed the way we look at history. First published two decades ago, when the “closing of the American mind” was in the headlines, Don’t Know Much About History proved Americans don’t hate history - just the dull version that was dished out in school. Now Davis has brought his groundbreaking work up to the present, including the history of an “Era of Broken Trust"....

Settling for the common narrative has gotten humans into trouble. History has been rewritten for popular culture, perplexities of space and the universe have been hidden. Convenience has replaced inquisition. Asking BUT WHY, truth-seeking and being "triggered" inspires us to see our world differently. Michaela Renee Johnson, best-selling author, psychotherapist and former host of the top iTunes podcast Be You Find Happy, interviews guests from around the world on common misconceptions and curiosities. In this no-holds-barred podcast Michaela seeks obliterate everything you thought you knew.

A "fun fact," urban legend, unknown history podcast where we dig into strange or forgotten stories. Our amazing artwork by: https://www.instagram.com/peachyemilie/. Theme Music from Music from https://filmmusic.io"Darkest Child" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

This series consisted of 15 minute shows, similar in format to Ripley's Believe It Or Not that had aired from 1930 to 1948. It was hosted/narrated by Ken Nordine and was produced by Unusual Features Syndicate.This syndicated series was heard on the Mutual network during 1950 and 1951 on various days and at various times. For example, according to "The Ultimate History of Network Radio Programming and Guide To All Circulating Shows" by Jay Hickerson, it aired on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 PM from April 17, 1950 through June 5, 1951 and on Saturdays at 5:15 PM from June 30, 1951 through ...

If niche history topics, or little known conspiracy theories are things you want to know more about, you've found the perfect new podcast for you. Is the earth actually hollow? Did Europeans use sports as a way to bond as colonizers? Tune-in as host Courtney explores these and other historical subjects, teaches new trivia and small talk pieces to the masses. You don't want to miss it as Courtney will have a plethora of rotating guests to add some spice to the conversation.

But Wait! There's Lore! goes beyond the pixels, code, and players and dives into the rich and illustrious lore and story behind the massively popular World of Warcraft games, books, comics, and films. Venture with us on a journey to tell, craft, and investigate the lore and story of Azeroth.

Exploring Manchester’s hidden history. Dr Dean Kirby, author of best-selling book, Angel Meadow: Victorian Britain’s Most Savage Slum, and journalists Chris Osuh and Yakub Qureshi delve into offbeat, hidden and unreported stories from the past. Discover compelling stories about the world’s first industrial city, from its Roman origins to the present day, and how its inhabitants created a template for modern music, sport, and culture.

From the depths of the ocean to the farthest corners of the cosmos, "Incredible But True" traverses a vast array of topics, uncovering the most surprising and lesser-known truths of our universe. Listeners will be enthralled by quirky animal behaviors, bewildering scientific phenomena, and historical oddities that defy belief.

Talking about popular conceptions of the Middle Ages and their historical realities. Join Richard Abels to learn about Vikings, knights and chivalry, movies set in the Middle Ages, and much more about the medieval world.

Welcome to 11 but 31. A podcast about major events and wars throughout history.As an 11 year old, I have a very huge love for history and for me this podcast is a way to teach other people history as it should be taught with no opinions and bias.

Greetings, Mortals! This is a podcast, but evil. Each episode Dan and Doug talk about a villain (real or fictional) and explore what makes them tick. Find us on twitter at @podcastbutevil.

Not From Chicago, But Close Enough is the newest show on the Alithio Network. Sully and Tassos bring in different members of the Alithio offices and talk about different topics in Chicago history, while also giving updates on the city from the week that was and comment on subjects like pop culture, music, and entertainment. Stay tuned for new episodes! And watch the full show by subscribing to our YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@AlithioNetwork Follow us on Instagram @alithionetwork

Welcome to I'm Not A Lawyer But: The Debrief, where my co-host, Goooooolzby & I, fill you in on all the latest details of all things court, lawsuits & legal matters but be advised - we are no legal experts. To watch this podcast recorded LIVE & to gt access to any and all documents used, join my patreon! http://Patreon.com/imnotalawyerbut

Join two college history professors as they delve into the fascinating and often overlooked events and figures that have shaped our world. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply curious about the past, our podcast offers captivating stories and insightful discussions. Tune in to any episode and share your show ideas with us.

I’m Scared But I Like It is a new spooky podcast on the block. Two gal pals discuss first-hand paranormal and creepy experiences from ghost stories, cryptid sightings, extraterrestrials, doppelgangers, urban Hawaiian ghost stories, and much more.