Everyday History Podcast

For our first-ever video podcast episode , we dive deep into the strange, winding, and often controversial history of Daylight Saving Time in the United States. From its wartime beginnings to the chaotic decades of local time laws, from permanent DST experiments to modern debates about health, energy, and convenience, we uncover the real story behind why Americans keep changing the clocks. Join ou...

Step onto the gridiron as we trace the history of the NFL from its earliest days to the modern era. In this episode, we explore the brutal 1905 crisis that nearly ended American football before it began, the birth of the NFL, legendary players, game-changing strategies like the West Coast offense, and the rise of player salaries from pennies to multi-million-dollar deals. We also break down record...

From family game nights to bitter rivalries flipped over a coffee table, Monopoly has been sparking joy and rage for generations. But where did this world-famous board game actually come from? In this episode, Dustin and Tristan dig into the surprising history of Monopoly, from its humble beginnings as The Landlord’s Game meant to teach about the dangers of greed, to Parker Brothers’ clever market...

From a tiny Danish workshop in the 1930s to a global empire of colorful plastic bricks, LEGO has built more than just toys, it’s built an entire culture. In this episode of the Everyday History Podcast, we piece together the story of how a struggling carpenter created a simple block that went on to inspire imaginations for generations. We’ll explore LEGO’s early wooden toys, the invention of the i...

Today we're peeling out into the world of tiny cars with big drama. It’s Matchbox versus Hot Wheels in the ultimate die-cast duel. One was born in postwar Britain to fit in a schoolkid’s pocket. The other screamed out of 1960s California with flames on the side and absolutely zero chill. We’re talking loop-de-loops, muscle cars you could accidentally swallow, and the weirdly intense world of t...

There was a time when renting a movie meant standing in a parking lot, battling the wind, and arguing with your date over whether to get The Notebook or Fast and Furious 6 . That time was called Redbox. In this episode, we dig into how a vending machine full of DVDs took over America’s sidewalks, crushed Blockbuster’s soul, and briefly made late fees cool again. But then came the streaming age, an...

Step right up and join us for a journey through the dusty fairgrounds of American history in this week’s episode all about the County Fair . We’ll explore its humble agricultural beginnings, the role of 19th-century rural communities, and how it evolved into a chaotic carnival of fried food, livestock shows, Ferris wheels, and demolition derbies. We’ll also dive into the origins of iconic fair sta...

In this episode of Everyday History , we ignite the story behind one of humanity’s loudest traditions: fireworks . From accidental alchemy in ancient China to massive modern drone shows, we trace over a thousand years of explosive innovation, cultural symbolism, and colorful chaos. Discover how fireworks went from scaring off demons with bamboo to blowing up $2 billion a year in backyard patriotis...

Buckle up for a long one! Dustin and Boo Boo try to navigate the history of stocks! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Patreon and help support the show! ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy a Shirt!⁠

What role did geese play in the history of alarms? Listen as Dustin and Boo Boo find out! *Some technical difficulties in this episode due to stormy weather. It's hardly noticeable. In fact, you might not even have noticed if I didn't write this. Why am I still writing? ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Patreon and help support the show! ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy a Shirt!

Things get a little hairy as Dustin and Boo Boo dig into the fuzzy history of barbers! Lean back into that chair, and get ready for an audio rinse and- you know what, I tried. Didn't really work. Just listen. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Patreon and help support the show! ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Buy a Shirt!

When do you think the first coin operated vending machine was created? It may be older than you expect! ⁠⁠⁠Join our Patreon and help support the show! ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Buy a Shirt!

In this episode, Dustin and Boo Boo dig in and dine on the history of sporks! #GoSporkYourself ⁠⁠⁠Join our Patreon and help support the show! ⁠ ⁠Buy a Shirt!

Dustin and Boo Boo pinch the biscuit and spin the bar of history while dropping in to the half pipe of BMX! Whoa, I totally biffed that description. ⁠⁠Join our Patreon and help support the show! Store

One man's trash is another man's treasure. It's time to take a look at the history of selling your used things to someone else from the comfort of your own yard! Note: Unfortunately, we had some audio issues while recording this episode. The shipyard sales mentioned started in the mid to late 1800s. That date was unable to be heard during the original recording and we couldn't find a way to natura...

Dustin and Boo Boo take another lap on the history of racing! That doesn't really work, but you get it. #SCAT ⁠Join our Patreon and help support the show!

Dustin and Boo Boo explore high paced, action packed history of racing! ⁠Join our Patreon and help support the show!

Dustin and Boo Boo talk about the everyday history of credit cards and, as a bonus!, also dive into the history of debit cards and checks! #WifeGate Join our Patreon and help support the show!

Dustin and Boo Boo talk about the history of crack! I mean, peanut butter and jelly sammiches! ⁠Join our Patreon for exclusive content for only $3 a month!

Dustin and Boo Boo discuss the life altering invention of the shopping cart! #Gonebutnotforgotten ⁠Join our Patreon for exclusive content for only $3 a month!

Join Dustin and Boo Boo as they marinate on the history of microwave ovens! Join our Patreon for exclusive content for only $3 a month!

Join Dustin and Boo Boo as they chill out and discuss the history of air conditioning! ⁠⁠Join our Patreon for exclusive content for only $3 a month!

Who knew that mousetraps have such an interesting history!? Join Dustin and Boo Boo as they travel through the annals of history to uncover the spring loaded history of the mousetrap! Mousetrap Mondays , one of the sources for today's episode. ⁠Join our Patreon for exclusive content for only $3 a month!

How did our fluffy little friends go from wild beast to the mouse hunting doofus that chews on wires and knocks our stuff off of counters? Join Dustin and Boo Boo as they explore the mysterious world of cats! Join our Patreon for exclusive content for only $3 a month!

Hot Dogs. Red Hots. Weiners. Glizzies. On today's episode, Dustin and Boo Boo talk about the history of the greatest ballpark food in history! Join our Patreon for exclusive content for only $3 a month!