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Ep.38 The Sundial
Nov 4, 2025 ·
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Ep.38 The Sundial
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Long before clocks ticked and phones buzzed, people told time by shadows. This episode looks at the invention and spread of sundials from Ancient Egypt to Rome and beyond, exploring...
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Long before clocks ticked and phones buzzed, people told time by shadows. This episode looks at the invention and spread of sundials from Ancient Egypt to Rome and beyond, exploring how these simple yet ingenious devices shaped daily life, religion, and even architecture.
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The History Of is your daily dose of weird, wonderful, and occasionally ridiculous history. Each episode takes one topic an object, a place, a job, a trend and unpacks the surprising story behind it. No homework, no boring lectures, just history you’ll actually want to share.
A podcast for all ages, if you enjoy please share it and leave a review because that tells me you want more.
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