The Yesteryear Chronicles

The Yesteryear Chronicles #044 - May 25th

In this episode of 'The Yesteryear Chronicles', hosts Adrian and Becca traverse the timeline of May 25th, discussing a diverse range of historical events from the first ascent of Mount Kangchenjunga to the SpaceX Dragon 1's rendezvous with the ISS. They dive deep into the Diet of Worms and the aftermath of Martin Luther's stand against the Catholic Church, as well as the contentious Scopes Trial of 1925, which brought the teaching of evolution into the public spotlight. The hosts also cover various pop culture milestones, including the premiere of Gilbert and Sullivan's 'H.M.S. Pinafore' and birthdays of well-known personalities such as Cillian Murphy and Paul Weller.

The Yesteryear Chronicles #043 - May 24th

In this episode of 'The Yesteryear Chronicles', hosts Adrian and Becca take listeners through a captivating journey back in time, exploring significant historical events that occurred on this day. They discuss milestones like Samuel Morse sending the first telegraph message in 1844, the surprising outcome of the 1976 'Judgment of Paris' wine tasting, and the dark yet crucial events of the Kosovo conflict in 1999. From the conversion of John Wesley and its impact on Methodism to the birth of influential figures in pop culture, the hosts bring a blend of history, science, and popular culture to this riveting and informative episode.

The Yesteryear Chronicles #042 - May 23rd

In this episode of 'The Yesteryear Chronicles', Adrian and Becca dive deep into significant historical events that occurred on May 23. Starting with the tragedy of USS Squalus in 1939, martial law in Mindanao in 2017, the invention of accordion, and a revolutionary event in Brazil in 1932, they then take a comprehensive look at the infamous American bank robbers Bonnie and Clyde, and the history of Italian mafia prosecutions.

The Yesteryear Chronicles #041 - May 22nd

Join Adrian and Becca as they explore famous events from the May 22nds of yesteryear. From surprising and revolutionary patents to carriages of justice decades in the making, this episode is simply lousy with facts for your enrichment.

The Yesteryear Chronicles #040 - May 21st

In this episode of 'The Yesteryear Chronicles' podcast, hosts Adrian and Becca take listeners on an engaging journey through significant historical events that occurred on May 21st. Their conversation ranges from Amelia Earhart's solo flight across the Atlantic to the establishment of the American Red Cross, alongside deep dives into Daniel Defoe's imprisonment and Harold Camping's 2011 doomsday prediction. Blending history with a touch of pop culture, The Yesteryear Chronicles proves that every day is a new opportunity to learn something about history.