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5 Minute History

By: Wayne Armstrong
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  • Summary

  • 5 Minute History brings you short histories of events, places, companies, products, and all sorts of other things. The show is split into seasons, each of which consists of ten episodes. Each episode, as the title of the show suggests, is only a few minutes long, so you can quickly learn the facts without all of the fluff that maybe you don't need to know.
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Episodes
  • The History of Personal Music

    The History of Personal Music
    Apr 30 2024

    In episode 35 of the 5 Minute History podcast, we explore the evolution of portable music, from the iconic transistor radios of the 1950s to the groundbreaking iPod. We discover how each innovation transformed the way we listen to music on the go. Join us on a nostalgic journey through the sounds and technologies that have shaped our musical landscapes in the History of Portable Music.

    Why not take a look at the article that accompanies this podcast on the website at: https://5minutehistory.com/the-history-of-portable-music/ or watch the video on the YouTube channel at https://5minutehistory.com/youtube/

    If you enjoy the show and would like to say thanks by say, buying me a coffee, head on over to www.5minutehistory.com/coffee/ to see how. Thanks!
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    6 mins
  • The History of the Helicopter

    The History of the Helicopter
    Apr 23 2024

    In episode 34 of 5 Minute History, we take a look at the history of one of the most useful pieces of machinery invented by humankind, developed initially as a means to wage war, it has become in indispensable tool not only on the battlefield but also in the humanitarian, rescue, transport and tourism fields - the helicopter.

    Why not take a look at the article that accompanies this podcast on the website at: https://5minutehistory.com/the-history-of-the-helicopter/ or take a look at the video version on the 5 Minute History YouTube channel at https://5minutehistory.com/youtube/

    If you enjoy the show and would like to say thanks by say, buying me a coffee, head on over to www.5minutehistory.com/coffee/ to see how. Thanks!
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    7 mins
  • The History of the Superbowl

    The History of the Superbowl
    Apr 16 2024

    In episode 33 of 5 Minute History, we take a look at the history of an annual sporting event that has become a global phenomenon with over 120 million people viewing it every year - The Superbowl.

    Why not take a look at the article that accompanies this podcast on the website at: https://5minutehistory.com/the-history-of-the-superbowl/ or take a look at the video version on the 5 Minute History YouTube channel at https://5minutehistory.com/youtube/

    If you enjoy the show and would like to say thanks by say, buying me a coffee, head on over to www.5minutehistory.com/coffee/ to see how. Thanks!
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    7 mins
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