Meridians: History and Science

Today's episode is about Tye Leung Schultze. She had a profound life as an interpreter and barrier breaker. I'll also touch on why so many Chinese immigrated to the United States in the late 19th century as well as child labor during the industrial revolution. Checkout my substack: meridianspodcast.substack.com For more info: www.meridianspodcast.com For feedback: feedback@meridianspodcast.com Mer...

This episode is about James W. Marshall and the discovery of gold in California that kicked off the Gold Rush. Some got rich from the gold rush ,and others were left penniless. This is a story of FOMO, the fear of missing out. Want more? Checkout my substack: meridianspodcast.substack.com For more info: www.meridianspodcast.com For feedback: feedback@meridianspodcast.com Meridians is a podcast cre...

Joshua Slocum sailed alone around the world. He was the first person recorded to have done so. His journey is epic and fraught with wild seas, difficult natives. But mostly, on his journey he was met with friendly, helpful, and kind people from all parts of the Earth. Want more content? Checkout my substack: meridianspodcast.substack.com For more info: www.meridianspodcast.com For feedback: feedba...

Nova Scotia was a leader in wooden ship building in the 1800s. It also had a booming shipping industry. With this, came many sailors to populate the coastal communities in the province. Joshua Slocum grew up yearning for adventure and to be a sailor. He would travel all around the world and even raise a family at sea with his wife Virginia. Today's story is about living life to the max the way few...

Being relocated as a large group of people will likely never be easy. In the case of the settling of Freetown, Sierra Leone, it was almost a textbook example of just how difficult it could be. Check out this episode to learn about the settling of freed, formerly enslaved people, from the American colonies, London, Nova Scotia, and Jamaica. It's a rough and rugged boatride for all. Want more conten...

The Anglo-Asanti Wars. There are so many conflicts in this episode. It shows how chaotic and wild certain times and places in our world have been. If you want to learn more about the Gold Coast of Africa or learn more about the British Empire, this one's for you. Want more content? Checkout my substack: meridianspodcast.substack.com For more info: www.meridianspodcast.com For feedback: feedback@me...

According to the oral history of the Asante people, the high priest Okomfo Anokye summoned the Golden Stool from the sky. The stool came down and landed at the feet of Osei Tutu. Tutu would then become the first King of the Asante people. The Golden stool has now long been a symbol of strength for the Asanti people and is represented as the centerpiece of the Flag of the Asanti. Want more content?...

This episode is about the Royal African Company and how they justified and carried out the slave trade off the Gold Coast of Africa. Slavery is sad, sick, and still happening to this day. Want more content? Checkout my substack: meridianspodcast.substack.com For more info: www.meridianspodcast.com For feedback: feedback@meridianspodcast.com Meridians is a podcast created by Charlie Noble. This isn...

Conspiracies and stupid kings. Thats what we're dealing with in this episode. Also there's a bit about what it would have been like to be a shopkeeper in the booming London markets in the late 1600s. Want more content? Checkout my substack: meridianspodcast.substack.com For more info: www.meridianspodcast.com For feedback: feedback@meridianspodcast.com Meridians is a podcast created by Charlie Nob...

This episode covers the first half of the reign of King Charles the 2nd of England. We've got naval warfare. A king is sent to exile. There's plague, devastating fires and much more as we cover what life was like for King Charles the 2nd, the merchant class, and what life was like for the common Londoner during this chaotic time in London's history. Strap in, its a rough and bumpy ride ahead. Want...

This episode covers Benjamin Franklin's life while he lived in Philadelphia. It covers his struggles starting out as a printer and his meteoric rise as a celebrity when he unlocks some of the secrets of electricity. The colonies are increasingly becoming more hostile against England. The French are at war with England in the colonies and Franklin is caught in the middle of all of this. Want more c...

In this episode, we explore the fascinating early life of Benjamin Franklin, one of America’s most iconic figures. From his birth in Puritan Boston to his early days as a printer’s apprentice, discover how young Franklin shaped his intellect and ambitions. Dive into his bold experiment as a teenage writer, creating the pseudonymous “Silence Dogood” letters, which critiqued colonial authority and a...

In this episode of Meridians, we delve into the French Revolution, focusing on key historical figures such as King Louis XV, King Louis XVI, and Marie Antoinette. We explore the transformative Age of Enlightenment and its impact on French society. I'll also be highlighting advancements in electricity and the rise of progressive thinkers within the privileged class who chose to labor for societal p...

This episode delves into the captivating world of corporate espionage and gaming milestones. Discover the intriguing details of Oracle's "Trashgate" scandal alongside other high-profile tech industry secrets. We’ll journey through gaming history as we explore the Magnavox Odyssey, the pioneering first video game console that revolutionized home entertainment. Additionally, we’ll examine how QuakeC...

In this episode, we delve into the life and groundbreaking ideas of Buckminster Fuller, a visionary architect and inventor whose influence continues to shape modern design and sustainability. We explore the origins of the Tiny House movement, popularized by Jay Shafer, which draws inspiration from Fuller's innovative concepts. His Dymaxion House, developed in the 1920s, exemplifies efficient livin...

Discover the fascinating intersection of ancient Greek philosophy and the origins of modern pharmaceuticals in this captivating podcast episode. We explore how the Greeks' beliefs about fate, exemplified by the legendary Oracle of Delphi (also known as the Pythia), profoundly influenced their culture and worldview. The episode delves into Stoicism and its notable proponents, including the Roman em...

The Lakota Sioux are one of the most interesting cultures I've come across. Their indigenous way of life is and was beautiful. Likewise, Brendon Grimshaw was quite an interesting and lovely person to learn about. This episode is packed with information about the most dominant indigenous culture in the upper great plains and a peculiar man who made an island into paradise. Want more content? Checko...

This episode sent me all over the place. I had no idea where this one was heading. I didn't really think the emerging theme would be how ideas spread (or don't) but that's what came out! Learning about how culture spreads kind of surprised me. (gambling seems to spread like wildfire) There's war, industry and a good quite an examination of early Chinese history in this episode. I had a lot of fun...

This episode starts with the topic of humans' relationship with time and timekeeping and finishes with a narrative about the race to be the first people to reach the South Pole in Antarctica. There's a good deal in the middle connecting these ideas, and that part was a lot of fun for me to learn. You'll have to listen to understand how they're connected. What did I learn from writing this episode?...

Coming August 20th 2024! Meridians is a show about history, science, and culture. I'm Charlie Noble, and I want to talk about the world. I love history; I like dorking out about science. I like learning about other people. Where do they come from? What's their story? And Why is the Earth spinning? How did we end up with the customs we have? Who was Atilla the Hun? Why do batteries work? The show's...

This is a demo episode. meaning I was working out my process when creating this episode. There's going to be a few audio goofs and maybe writing spoofs. I still enjoyed making this episode so I hope you enjoy it as well. This episode starts with Chaos Theory. We'll explore some weird parts of our world in this one. We'll somehow find our way to talking about Journalistic Ethics but there's a lot o...

This is a demo episode. meaning I was working out my process when creating this episode. There's going to be a few audio goofs and maybe writing spoofs. I still enjoyed making this episode so I hope you enjoy it as well. This episode starts with The Hell's Angels Motorcycle club. We'll examine the club and find a really goofy way of working backwards in time to get us to the Revival of the Olympic...

This is a demo episode. meaning I was working out my process when creating this episode. There's going to be a few audio goofs and maybe writing spoofs. I still enjoyed making this episode so I hope you enjoy it as well. In this episode: Well start by talking about Lassos and the culture that they came out of. We will find a way to make a link from Lassos all the way to Sputnik and try to learn so...