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Nerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryGoodbye, For NowEric, Bryan and Sarah recap the highs and lows of their time together, share the topics they wish they covered, and where their journeys are taking them from here. You might want to have tissues ready for this one.
The post Goodbye, For Now appeared first on NERDONOMY.2017-02-2100 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryYe Olde PinterestBryan and Sarah discuss the commercialization of Christmas, and it's deep ties to the holiday.
The post Ye Olde Pinterest appeared first on NERDONOMY.2016-12-1200 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryThat’s Where the Death Creatures Live Pt. IIBryan and Sarah give a short conclusion to the topic of Australia's history.
Sorry for the staticky sounds coming from Bryan's mic; we recommend not using headphones.
Also, please be advised, some graphic content is discussed.
The post That’s Where the Death Creatures Live Pt. II appeared first on NERDONOMY.2016-11-2800 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryThat’s Where the Death Creatures LiveEric and Bryan begin a discussion about the history and culture of the aboriginal and Torre Strait peoples of Australia.
The post That’s Where the Death Creatures Live appeared first on NERDONOMY.2016-11-1400 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryHail to the WheelWith all of the commotion happening around the 2016 presidential election, Eric, Sarah and Bryan decided to have some fun in their cold open with a spoof of the debates between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton. Afterwards, the Nerds welcome back The Wheel of History to share some insight on past controversial elections, candidates and debates. […]
The post Hail to the Wheel appeared first on NERDONOMY.2016-10-1700 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryYour Coke Machine Is Spying On YouEric and Bryan get nostalgic while discussing the fascinating, and at times controversial, history of the most recognizable brand in the world: Coca-Cola.
The post Your Coke Machine Is Spying On You appeared first on NERDONOMY.2016-09-0500 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryCrossbows & ProstitutesThis episode, Eric and Sarah’s schedules were a bit too full to be able to record this episode. Nerdonomy co-founder Dave McGuire sat in with Bryan, and they discussed some of the numerous historical parallels between characters and events in Game of Thrones. This will be a fun episode, that it LOADED with spoilers, so you’ve […]
The post Crossbows & Prostitutes appeared first on NERDONOMY.2016-08-2200 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryStupid Table Tennis!Bryan discusses a brief history of the Olympic games, then spends the rest of the time drunkenly quizzing Sarah & Eric.
The post Stupid Table Tennis! appeared first on NERDONOMY.2016-08-0800 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryEric’s Life as a TreeEric and Sarah discuss the history of America's national parks
The post Eric’s Life as a Tree appeared first on NERDONOMY.2016-07-1100 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistorySarah’s Solo Feedback SpectacularDue to some scheduling issues, we were unable to record a full episode for this week. However, Sarah was able to share some great feedback from our listeners, which includes some fun history facts and connections.
The post Sarah’s Solo Feedback Spectacular appeared first on NERDONOMY.2016-06-2700 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryJacobites! Part of a Rebellious, Balanced BreakfastSarah, Eric, & Bryan cover the fascinating story of the Jacobite risings. Enjoy!
The post Jacobites! Part of a Rebellious, Balanced Breakfast appeared first on NERDONOMY.2016-06-1300 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryThe Evil Pirate Cruella De VilAfter warding off The Pirates of the Internet in their cold open, Eric, Bryan and Sarah launch into part 1 of a 2-parter discussion on the history of Piracy. In this first part, we start with Piracy’s ancient beginnings, discuss the root of the word and build up through the middle ages. PHOTO CREDIT: Ancient […]
The post The Evil Pirate Cruella De Vil appeared first on NERDONOMY.2016-05-0200 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryIt’s All RelativeAfter another punny cold open light-bulb joke, Eric, Sarah, & Bryan continue their science theme for the month with a discussion into the fascinating personal life and scientific contributions of the one and only: Albert Einstein. Click here to download the podcast file. PHOTO CREDIT: Famous photograph of Albert Einstein, digitally colorized by Zuzahin.
The post It’s All Relative appeared first on NERDONOMY.2016-04-1800 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryFigs and Cake: The Isaac Newton StoryEric, Bryan and Sarah explore the life, achievements, and lesser-known facts of the Forefather of Physics.
The post Figs and Cake: The Isaac Newton Story appeared first on NERDONOMY.2016-04-0400 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryThe Wheel Gets to the PointEric Bryan & Sarah welcome back a far more physically hazardous form of the Wheel of History as they discuss interesting facts around pointy objects. Click Here to download the podcast file. PHOTO CREDIT: Space Needle with skyline and Mount Rainier at sunset, 2000, Seattle Municipal Archives
The post The Wheel Gets to the Point appeared first on NERDONOMY.2016-03-2100 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryThe Golden Gate Chutzpah CommitteeEric returns (cue the applause)! This episode, the gang discusses the story behind one of the most recognizable structures in the world: The Golden Gate Bridge. And plus, we have open with a great sketch. Enjoy!
The post The Golden Gate Chutzpah Committee appeared first on NERDONOMY.2016-03-0700 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryThrough One’s Eyes: The Mortensen Files Part IIWith Eric taking some time off, Sarah and Bryan continue their experiment: history from a living person’s perspective. Listen to Part 2 of an on-site interview with Larry Mortensen, as he continues discussing his service in the Navy during the Korean War, his two decades of police work, and witnessing the birth of Silicon Valley.
The post Through One’s Eyes: The Mortensen Files Part II appeared first on NERDONOMY.2016-02-2200 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryThrough One’s Eyes: The Mortensen Files Part IWith Eric taking some time off, Sarah and Bryan wanted to try something different: history from a living person’s perspective. Listen to Part 1 of an on-site interview with Larry Mortensen, a man who’s seen a lot. Enjoy! Click here to download the podcast file.
The post Through One’s Eyes: The Mortensen Files Part I appeared first on NERDONOMY.2016-02-0800 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryNerds on WordsWith Eric gone, Bryan and Sarah decide to do something different, and pilot an entirely new podcast! Enjoy! Click here to download the podcast file. PHOTO CREDIT: “Dictionary” by greeblie
The post Nerds on Words appeared first on NERDONOMY.2016-01-2500 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryThe Thing About Napoleon – Part IISarah and Bryan chime in while Eric leads and concludes their discussion about The Little Corporal. Click here to download the podcast file.
The post The Thing About Napoleon – Part II appeared first on NERDONOMY.2016-01-1100 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryThe Thing About Napoleon – Part IAs the holidays wind down, Eric, Bryan, and Sarah begin discussing the life of one of history’s most eminent conquerors. Click here to download the podcast file.
The post The Thing About Napoleon – Part I appeared first on NERDONOMY.2015-12-2800 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryLatitude is FatitudeWith Eric out sick, Sarah and Bryan talk about the several explorations that have taken place in the Amazon, and go on several tangents along the way. Click here to download the podcast file. PHOTO CREDIT: Neil Palmer/CIAT
The post Latitude is Fatitude appeared first on NERDONOMY.2015-11-3000 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryNobody Knows Where King Tut’s Junk IsIn a not-so-shocking turn of events, Eric goes back to Egypt and discusses all things related to the most famous pharaoh in history: Tutankamun. Click here to download the podcast file. PHOTO CREDIT: Steve Evans
The post Nobody Knows Where King Tut’s Junk Is appeared first on NERDONOMY.2015-11-1600 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryMayflower 2: Cruise ControlWith Thanksgiving approaching, Eric Bryan and Sarah thought it would be nice to explore the Mayflower expedition and talk about several of its common misconceptions. Enjoy! Click here to download the podcast file. PHOTO CREDIT: “Mayflower II” by Paul Keleher
The post Mayflower 2: Cruise Control appeared first on NERDONOMY.2015-11-0200 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryMostly Comet PillsWith Sarah, Eric and Bryan reunited, they also welcome back Nerdonomy co-founder Dave McGuire as a guest to discuss doomsday theories, and watch Dave come up with creative uses for Brita filters. Enjoy! Click here to download the podcast file.
The post Mostly Comet Pills appeared first on NERDONOMY.2015-09-2100 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryCuz, You Know…HistoryAs Eric & Bryan continue to look back on previous topics they’ve wanted to resist, they welcome guest Ms. Conception (Jill Romanos) to the show. Click here to download the podcast file.
The post Cuz, You Know…History appeared first on NERDONOMY.2015-09-0700 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryThe Knocker UpperAs they approach their 3rd Anniversary, Eric and Bryan look back at one of their most popular topics. Enjoy! Click here to download the podcast file. PHOTO CREDIT: Log Driving Tradition, River Ii, Northern Finland, ninara, Flickr.
The post The Knocker Upper appeared first on NERDONOMY.2015-08-2400 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryAnarchy in the Nerd CaveThis week, Sarah and Bryan discuss Punk Rock music, its influences, and the different styles and sub-genres of music that it has influenced. Click to download the podcast file.
The post Anarchy in the Nerd Cave appeared first on NERDONOMY.2015-08-1000 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistorySean Kong – Part IIEric and Bryan conclude their discussion on the history of video games. Click here to download the podcast file.
The post Sean Kong – Part II appeared first on NERDONOMY.2015-07-2700 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistorySean Kong – Part IBryan and Eric discuss the history of one of our favorite past times: video games. Click here to download the podcast file.
The post Sean Kong – Part I appeared first on NERDONOMY.2015-07-0900 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryA Yam Between Two BouldersThis week, in Bryan’s absence, Sarah and Eric discuss the history of a small country that is currently in need of a lot of help: Nepal. Click here if the media player does not load. Photo Credit: “Nepal Kathmandu Night Swayambhunath 6” by Alexander Shafir
The post A Yam Between Two Boulders appeared first on NERDONOMY.2015-06-0100 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryProbe Trek II: The Wrath of BricmontEric and Sarah conclude the discussion of Space Probes while Bryan makes stupid jokes on the side. Be sure to listen PAST the Outro this time, nerds! Enjoy! Click here if the media player does not load. Photo Credit: The Mars rover Curiosity, NASA, Public Domain
The post Probe Trek II: The Wrath of Bricmont appeared first on NERDONOMY.2015-05-1800 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryIts Like Oprah for Planets!This week, the nerds (read: Eric) dive into the history of space probes. Listen for lots of stupid jokes and interesting facts. Enjoy! Click here if the media player does not load. Photo Credit: The Mariner 2, the first space probe to fly by Venus.
The post Its Like Oprah for Planets! appeared first on NERDONOMY.2015-04-2700 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryHat-shafted!With the return of Eric, the Nerds discuss the unsung contributions of women in Science, Technology and Medicine. Enjoy! Click here if the media player does not load.
The post Hat-shafted! appeared first on NERDONOMY.2015-04-1300 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryOoey Gooey Creampuff JesusBryan and Sarah wrap up March with a brief history of Easter. Listen as we explore the holiday from both Christian and Pagan traditions, and learn that Sarah is afraid of her shadow. Enjoy! Click here if the media player does not load. Photo Credit: “Easter Eggs from the Czech Republic,” Jan Kameníček, Public Domain
The post Ooey Gooey Creampuff Jesus appeared first on NERDONOMY.2015-03-3000 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryExorcising The Milk DemonsWith Eric on paternity leave, Sarah and Bryan take a moment to acknowledge their Celtic roots and talk about the Christianization of Ireland, which of course also means we talk about St. Patrick’s Day. Enjoy! Click here if the media player does not load. Photo Credit: Stained Glass collage of St. Patrick, catholictradition.org
The post Exorcising The Milk Demons appeared first on NERDONOMY.2015-03-1600 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryThe Reformed Church of the Holy WheelBryan and Sarah welcome back an old friend that has seen the light and changed their ways… but still spins round and round. Click here if the media player below does not load. Photo Credit: “Life of Martin Luther and the heroes of the Reformation,” Public Domain.
The post The Reformed Church of the Holy Wheel appeared first on NERDONOMY.2015-03-0200 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryEugene Enthusiasts – Part IIEric, Sarah and Bryan continue their discussion about the controversial topic of Eugenics with guest Matt Lussier. Also, a famous villain makes a brief appearance. Click here if the media player does not load.
The post Eugene Enthusiasts – Part II appeared first on NERDONOMY.2015-02-1600 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryEugene EnthusiastsBryan, Eric, and Sarah welcome fellow nerd Matt Lussier onto the show to discuss the controversial topic of Eugenics. Click here if the media player does not load.
The post Eugene Enthusiasts appeared first on NERDONOMY.2015-02-0200 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryThere’s Syphilis In Them Hills!Sarah, Eric and Bryan continue their discussion of the California Gold Rush, this time focusing on the impact it had on the people involved. Enjoy! Click here if the media player does not load.
The post There’s Syphilis In Them Hills! appeared first on NERDONOMY.2015-01-1900 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryJohn Sutter Was Kind of An IdiotSarah, Bryan and Eric begin a fun discussion about the impact of the California Gold Rush. Enjoy! Click here if the media player does not load. Photo Credit: Sailing card for the clipper ship California, depicting scenes from the California gold rush, c. 1849, Public Domain.
The post John Sutter Was Kind of An Idiot appeared first on NERDONOMY.2015-01-0500 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryI Like My Christmas Extra CrispySarah, Bryan and Eric discuss Christmas traditions on the continent of Asia. Click here if the media player does not load. Photo Credit: Yodobashi-akiba at Christmastime. Public Domain.
The post I Like My Christmas Extra Crispy appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-12-2200 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryStrap In! It’s Gonna Be a LONG ChristmasEric, Sarah and Bryan discuss the varying Christmas traditions that take place in the many countries in Africa. Enjoy! Click here if the media player does not load. Photo Credit: Christmas lights in South Africa, scoopboy.com
The post Strap In! It’s Gonna Be a LONG Christmas appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-12-0800 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryThe Maize MazeIn light of Thanksgiving being almost upon us, Sarah, Eric and Bryan take a different angle by talking about the things the indigenous people of the Americas contributed to modern culture and society. Enjoy! Click here if the media player does not load.
The post The Maize Maze appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-11-2400 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryRemember, Remember, The Fifth of November…Sarah Ashley joins Nerds on History! And yeah, we talk about Guy Fawkes. Enjoy! Click here if the media player does not load.
The post Remember, Remember, The Fifth of November… appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-11-1000 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryTrek Thru Time – Part IIEric and Bryan continue their discussion of Star Trek episodes that travel to key points in history with guest Jeremy Commandeur. Enjoy! Click Here If the Media Player Does Not Load Photo Credit: Still from “Far Beyond the Stars,” Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.
The post Trek Thru Time – Part II appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-09-2900 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryTrek Thru Time – Part IEric and Bryan are joined by friend Jeremy Commandeur for an epically nerdy episode where they discuss different points in history that have been visited by Star Trek characters over the years. Click Here if the Audio Player doesn’t load. Photo Credit: Still from “City on the Edge of Forever,” Star Trek: The Original Series
The post Trek Thru Time – Part I appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-09-2200 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistorySpy Stuff – Part IIEric and Bryan continue their conversation about Espionage, though this time they focus on the tools of the trade. Enjoy! Click here if the media player below has trouble loading. Photo Credit: Top left: Aerial photographs of Schlosshotel Kronberg. Bottom left and center: Frankfurt. Right: Pigeons fitted with cameras, Public Domain.
The post Spy Stuff – Part II appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-09-1500 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistorySpy Stuff – Part IEric and Bryan begin a two-parter discussing how espionage has changed over the course of history. Enjoy! Click here if the media player below has trouble loading. Photo Credit: “Espionage” by Petras Gagilas
The post Spy Stuff – Part I appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-09-0800 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryLAWS: THE REVENGEFor their 100th episode, Eric and Bryan revisit one of their earliest episode topics: dumb laws that have been made throughout history. Enjoy! Click here if the media player below has trouble loading. Photo Credit: An excerpt from the Organic Laws of Oregon. Play close attention to Article 4, as it is especially stupid. And […]
The post LAWS: THE REVENGE appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-09-0100 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryINT. NERD CAVE – NIGHTWhile Eric is on Break, Nerdonomy regular Dave McGuire shares the history of screenwriting with Bryan, as well as talking about the process of storytelling. Click here if the media player below has trouble loading. Photo Credit: A display of early Screenplay formatting, similar to the modern format, from the shooting draft of King Kong, Screenplayology.com
The post INT. NERD CAVE – NIGHT appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-08-1800 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryWhatever WorksWith Eric on a two-week break, Nerdonomy regular David McGuire stops by, and he and Bryan revel in their stage acting days while discussing the changes to art of Acting that in the 20th Century. Enjoy! Click here if the media player has trouble loading. Photo Credit: A scene from A Month in the Country by […]
The post Whatever Works appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-08-1100 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryWe’re All In – Part IIIEric and Bryan conclude their epic trilogy on the topic of World War I. Click here if the media player below has trouble loading. Photo Credit: Phillip Capper from Wellington, New Zealand
The post We’re All In – Part III appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-08-0400 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryWe’re All In – Part IIEric and Bryan continue their their epic conversation about “The War to End All Wars”: World War I. Click here if the media player below has trouble loading. Photo Credit: “Types of ordnance. British guns – elevated position mobile mount at the front during World War I,” Public Domain
The post We’re All In – Part II appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-07-2800 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryWe’re All In – Part IWith it’s 100th anniversary looming, Eric and Bryan begin to tackle what is certainly a pivotal moment in not just American, but World History: the start of World War I. Click here if the media player below has trouble loading. Photo: British Soldiers in a Captured British Trench, public domain, Wikimedia
The post We’re All In – Part I appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-07-2100 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryOne ThirdEric and Bryan continue their month of American themed topics by talking about Ellis Island Click here if the media player below has trouble loading.
The post One Third appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-07-1400 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryThe New ColossusEric and Bryan kick off July with a slightly new format, discussing one of the monuments most synonymous with Americana: The Statue of Liberty. Click here if the media player below has trouble loading. Photo Credit: Bryan Moriarty
The post The New Colossus appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-07-0700 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryGreen House Gasses Are GoodEric and Bryan tackle the history behind the most important issue of our time. Tune in to learn about global warming, and what you can do to help us survive it. Click here if the media player below has trouble loading. Photo Credit: Glacier silt pouring into Peyto Lake, by Alaskan Dude on Flickr.
The post Green House Gasses Are Good appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-06-3000 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryLarger, and Larger, AND LARGER!Eric, Bryan, and guest Michael Kandrashoff finish up their discussion of the history of telescopes, and make an important call to action. Please Help Lick! Click here if the media player below has trouble loading. Click Here To Help Save Lick Observatory
The post Larger, and Larger, AND LARGER! appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-06-2300 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryA 100-inch HookerThis week Bryan and Eric welcome Michael Kandrashoff on the show to discuss one of Eric’s favorite subjects: telescopes! (Ha, you thought we were going to say Egypt) Click Here if the Audio Player doesn’t load.
The post A 100-inch Hooker appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-06-1600 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryAre You Saying Coconuts Migrate?Eric and Bryan welcome back Nerds on Film co-host Sarah Ashley as they discuss one of the most iconic legends in European literature. Click here if the media player below has trouble loading.
The post Are You Saying Coconuts Migrate? appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-06-0900 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryThe Anti-W.Eric and Bryan discuss one of the greatest Presidents of the 20th century. Tune in to find out who! Click here if the media player has trouble loading.
The post The Anti-W. appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-06-0100 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryHYSTERIAAAAA!!!! Part IIEric and Bryan conclude their two-parter of 10 of History’s Insane Monarchs, as well as their month of topics suggested from user feedback. Enjoy! Click Here if the audio player doesn’t load. Photo Credit: Portrait of King Charles II of Spain, Juan Carreño de Miranda, late 17th century.
The post HYSTERIAAAAA!!!! Part II appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-05-2600 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryHYSTERIAAAAA!!!! Part IEric and Bryan wrap up their month of topics based on User Feedback with a two-parter featuring ten of histories “craziest” monarchs. Click Here if the Audio Player isn’t loading Photo Credit: cropped Portrait of King Christian VII of Denmark, Alexander Roslin, c. 1772
The post HYSTERIAAAAA!!!! Part I appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-05-1900 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryCarpaccio: The Untold StoryEric and Bryan kick off a month of episodes suggested from listener feedback, starting with food items named after people! What’s the featured image got to do with the episode? Listen and see! Click here is the media player below has trouble loading. Photo Credit: Painting of Pilgrims meet the Pope, Vittore Carpaccio, c. 1492
The post Carpaccio: The Untold Story appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-05-0500 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryDarth Vader Is a Samurai!Eric and Bryan are back this week with an episode all about Ninja and Samurai that is filled with references of Über-Nerd proportions. Click here if the media player below has trouble loading. Photo Credit: Kushi Tan
The post Darth Vader Is a Samurai! appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-04-2800 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryThis…is…NERDONOMY!We apologize for the previous post not working. As we were saying, Eric and Bryan discuss a few of history’s least successful invasions. Enjoy! Click Here if the Media Player has trouble loading. Photo Credit: In case you didn’t know, Gerald Butler as King Leonidas in the movie 300.
The post This…is…NERDONOMY! appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-04-1500 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryE.B. Returns: Oh-hell-yeahEric Bricmont is back, ladies and gentlemen! He and Bryan celebrate April Fool’s Day by talking about many strange holidays from around the world. Most of them are legitimate, but its up to you to find out which ones are bogus. Click here if the media player below has trouble loading. Photo Credit: “Burning the Viking […]
The post E.B. Returns: Oh-hell-yeah appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-04-0700 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryWho Shot E.B.? – Like Aquaman? Thank Plato.Bryan welcomes Nerds on Film co-host Sarah Ashley for a chat about the lost city of Atlantis. Click here if the media player below has trouble loading. Photo Credit: “LOWER LEVEL AQUARIUM, ATLANTIS HOTEL, NASSAU,” by user “Klotz,” Wikimedia Foundation
The post Who Shot E.B.? – Like Aquaman? Thank Plato. appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-03-2400 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryWho Shot E.B.? – Jack the DripperEric Bricmont got SHOT! (Ok, calm down, not really) But while Eric is away, Bryan enlisted the help of a mystery guest to assist in talking about one of the biggest unsolved mysteries in history: Jack the Ripper. Tune in! Click here if the media player below has trouble loading. Photo Credit: A map of […]
The post Who Shot E.B.? – Jack the Dripper appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-03-0300 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryI Demand Smell-O-Vision!In preparation for the 86th Academy Awards, Eric and Bryan discuss the fascinating history behind movie theaters, and more specifically, movie palaces. Join us as we explore the cultural impact of these institutions of entertainment, and see why they should be preserved. Click here if the media player doesn’t load.
The post I Demand Smell-O-Vision! appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-02-2400 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryIt’s As If They Were Never ThereWe apologize for the lateness of this post. In this episode, Eric and Bryan discuss the historical accuracy of, and the significance behind the recent film The Monuments Men. Who do you think liked the movie? Click Here if the audio player doesn’t load.
The post It’s As If They Were Never There appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-02-1700 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryInvisible Teleporting EverythingsConspiracy Theories get revisited as Eric and Bryan welcome fellow nerd Anders Ericcson as their guest. Click here if the player has trouble loading. Photo Credit: The infamously “invisible” USS Eldridge DE-173, c. 1944, courtesy Grunherz and Wikimedia.
The post Invisible Teleporting Everythings appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-02-1000 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryThe Seven Wonders of the Ancient-ish World Part IIEric and Bryan finish their revised list of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient-ish World, and Bryan nearly gets consumed by flesh eating bacteria. Enjoy! Click here if the media player doesn’t load. Photo Credit: Angkor Wat, by Bjørn Christian Tørrissen, courtesy of Wikimedia Foundation.
The post The Seven Wonders of the Ancient-ish World Part II appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-02-0300 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryThe Seven Wonders of the Ancient-ish World – Part IEric and Bryan welcome actor, history buff, (and Bryan’s uncle) Greg Mortensen, where they begin to re-evaluate The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Listen to see what makes the list. Click Here if the Audio Player doesn’t Load. Photo Credit: “Chaco Canyon to the South” by Greg Willis, courtesy of Wikimedia Commons and Flickr.
The post The Seven Wonders of the Ancient-ish World – Part I appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-01-2700 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryThe Complete PackageEric and Bryan welcome author and historian Maureen Ogle onto the show to talk about her new book In Meat We Trust: An Unexpected History of Carnivore America. Listen as they explore a unique perspective on the history of food in America. Click here if the media player doesn’t load. Hardcover […]
The post The Complete Package appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-01-2000 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryAuld AnxietyFresh off their trip to Las Vegas’s New Media Expo, Eric and Bryan offer a belated look at New Year’s traditions from across the globe, and reawaken deep-seated childhood fears. Enjoy! Click Here if the Audio Player doesn’t load. P.S. Check out our blog tomorrow for the show notes!
The post Auld Anxiety appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-01-1300 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryThe NMX Micro-Episode Apology Spectacular!Eric and Sean break down why we couldn’t have a full episode ready for this week and quickly give an update on Nerdonomy’s trip to Las Vegas for NMX 2014. Click here if the player has trouble loading.
The post The NMX Micro-Episode Apology Spectacular! appeared first on NERDONOMY.2014-01-0600 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryWe’ve Been on BreakEric, Bryan, and the rest of the Nerds are still enjoying their Christmas vacation. In the mean time though, Bryan wanted to share some listener feedback. Happy New Year! Click Here if the audio player doesn’t load! Photo Credit: Gold Colored Christmas ornament, by User:hmbascom, Wikimedia Commons
The post We’ve Been on Break appeared first on NERDONOMY.2013-12-3000 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryUnspeakable Acts of Christmas CheerEric and Bryan welcome their first spectators into the Nerdcave, as well as Nerds on Film co-host Sarah Ashley, to wrap up their month of Christmas themed episodes by talking about one of most popular Christmas stories of all time. Merry Christmas! Click Here if the player doesn’t load! Photo Credit: First Edition of A Christmas Carol, photographed by […]
The post Unspeakable Acts of Christmas Cheer appeared first on NERDONOMY.2013-12-2300 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryLet’s Riddle Them with Darkness!Eric and Bryan welcome a very special guest to discuss the history behind the Holiday classic, The Nutcracker, and receive some Christmas gifts from some of their listeners! Click Here if the play doesn’t load Photo Credit:”The Nutcracker in Opera and Ballet,” Хомелка, Wikimedia Foundation
The post Let’s Riddle Them with Darkness! appeared first on NERDONOMY.2013-12-1600 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryIt Starts with LightEric and Bryan welcome their fan Brett Lutz onto the show to discuss the origins behind Yule. Click Here if the player doesn’t load Photo Credit: The Yule Goat, Wikimedia Foundation.
The post It Starts with Light appeared first on NERDONOMY.2013-12-0900 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryThe Christmas PickleEric and Bryan kick off December by bringing back the Wheel of History! Listen as the boys talk about the history behind Christmas decorations. Enjoy!
The post The Christmas Pickle appeared first on NERDONOMY.2013-12-0200 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryThanksgivukkah™!In what will literally be a once in a lifetime opportunity, Eric and Bryan welcome back health blogger/podcaster Kaila Prins (a.k.a. Miss Skinny Genes) from In My Skinny Genes and Finding Our Hunger to discuss the overlapping of Thanksgiving and Hanukkah. We sincerely hope you enjoy it! Click Here if the Player doesn’t load
The post Thanksgivukkah™! appeared first on NERDONOMY.2013-11-2500 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryA Bit More Socially ResponsibleEric and Bryan take a listener’s feedback to heart and devote an episode to telling the story of one of the most fascinating, misunderstood and discriminated cultures in history. Many know them as the Romani; you know them as gypsies. We hope you find it as enlightening as we did. Click Here if the player […]
The post A Bit More Socially Responsible appeared first on NERDONOMY.2013-11-1800 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistorySt. Columbo, Patron Saint of DetectivesWith that start of November being All-Saint’s Day and El Dia de Los Muertos, Eric and Bryan felt obliged to follow-thru on listener feedback and devote an episode to Catholic saints. We hope you enjoy it! Click Here if the Audio Player doesn’t load Photo Credit: Wikimedia Foundation, Painting by Fra Angelico.
The post St. Columbo, Patron Saint of Detectives appeared first on NERDONOMY.2013-11-1100 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryWe’ve Covered about 0.004%This week, Bryan is on vacation, but Eric and Nerds on Film co-host Kevin Sutorius discuss the fascinating history behind the very thing we owe this podcast to, as well as much of our status quo: the Internet. Click Here if the player above doesn’t load Photo Credit: Jon Gosier
The post We’ve Covered about 0.004% appeared first on NERDONOMY.2013-11-0400 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryGhosts and a little bit of Demons, but Mostly GhostsThis week, Eric and Bryan share more feedback, and wrap up October 2013 with the most ancient of symbols to be associated with Halloween and the like. Listen as they take different viewpoints on the subject of the paranormal, and as always, offer their unique perspectives. Click Here if the player above doesn’t load!
The post Ghosts and a little bit of Demons, but Mostly Ghosts appeared first on NERDONOMY.2013-10-2800 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryNatasha Henstridge* is the ChupacabraContinuing the theme of famous things associated with Halloween, Eric and Bryan discuss history and legends behind monsters, both famous and obscure. We hope you enjoy it; it was a fun one to record! Click Here if the player above doesn’t load! “Creature of the Black Lagoon” and “Gill-Man” are the property of Universal Pictures.
The post Natasha Henstridge* is the Chupacabra appeared first on NERDONOMY.2013-10-2100 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryMud, Drugs, and Rock & RollWhile Bryan is busy “les miserating,” Eric brings over Nerdonomy staple Sarah Ashley as they discuss the fascinating history behind Woodstock. Enjoy! Click Here if the player doesn’t load! Photo courtesy of Wikimedia.
The post Mud, Drugs, and Rock & Roll appeared first on NERDONOMY.2013-09-3000 minNerdonomy: Nerds on History50 Shades of Black DeathWith Eric just recovering from being sick, and Bryan just catching something, the Nerds thought, why not talk about Pandemics?! Join Eric and Bryan as they explore the cultural and historical impact from history’s most major diseases. Click Here if the player isn’t loading!
The post 50 Shades of Black Death appeared first on NERDONOMY.2013-08-0500 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryI Was Hoping For Tacos Part IIEric and Bryan welcome back Eric’s wife Martha then to finish their (brief) history of Mexico. Enjoy! Click Here if the player above doesn’t load!
The post I Was Hoping For Tacos Part II appeared first on NERDONOMY.2013-07-2900 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryI Was Hoping for Tacos Part IEric and Bryan are thrilled to welcome Eric’s wife, Martha, onto the show to discuss a topic very near and dear to her heart, the history of Mexico. Click on this link if the built-in player doesn’t load
The post I Was Hoping for Tacos Part I appeared first on NERDONOMY.2013-07-1500 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryEric vs. The MummyKevin Sutorious joins Eric to set the record straight about the historical inaccuracy of The Mummy. Click here if you’re having trouble listening!
The post Eric vs. The Mummy appeared first on NERDONOMY.2013-05-2000 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryThe Platypus of LanguagesSarah Ashley joins Eric to discuss the history of the English language. Click here if you’re having trouble listening!
The post The Platypus of Languages appeared first on NERDONOMY.2013-05-1300 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryCinematron PrimeEric, Bryan and guest host Sarah Ashley discuss the history of film. Enjoy! Click Here if you’re having trouble listening! PHOTO CREDIT: A handprinted, colorized still from Georges Méliès iconic film Les Voyage Dan La Lune (A Trip to the Moon)
The post Cinematron Prime appeared first on NERDONOMY.2013-03-1800 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryPope Spock IWith Pope Benedict XVI’s historical resignation only a few days away, Eric, Bryan, and Nerds on Film co-host Sarah Ashley discuss all things Catholic, and especially Papal. Enjoy! Click Here if you’re having trouble listening!
The post Pope Spock I appeared first on NERDONOMY.2013-02-2500 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryGilligan’s Egypt Part IEric is back as he and Bryan discuss Eric’s favorite topic: EGYPT! We apologize for any sound quality issues we had while recording. Click Here if you’re having trouble listening!
The post Gilligan’s Egypt Part I appeared first on NERDONOMY.2013-02-1800 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryI Want My Hover BoardThis week, Nerds on Film co-host Sarah Ashley is our guest as we discuss the most ambiguous of historical topics: The Future. Listen, subscribe, and follow us on Facebook, or Twitter @Nerdonomy!
The post I Want My Hover Board appeared first on NERDONOMY.2012-11-2600 minNerdonomy: Nerds on HistoryThat’s a Sexy Turkey…Minus the Kale Part IThis week we have something very special for our listeners, a two-part crossover! Listen as Nerds on Film co-hosts Sarah Ashley and David McGuire guest star and help us discuss the history of Thanksgiving. Listen, subscribe, and follow us on Facebook, or Twitter @Nerdonomy!
The post That’s a Sexy Turkey…Minus the Kale Part I appeared first on NERDONOMY.2012-11-1900 min