Happy History

Not-so-secretly a little old lady at heart, Hadley Meares loves herself a rocking chair. But when exactly did this uniquely American invention become a feature of front porches coast to coast? Well, perhaps seat yourself in a rocking chair for this episode. Subscribe to Happy History on iTunes [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-history/id1513967115], on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/7FLiLLSSIyq1b4t7mGSOH2?si=P5BEMQu5QRuM9Ij9EtNzCw], on Google Podcasts [https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9oYXBweWhpc3RvcnkubGlic3luLmNvbS9yc3M&ved=0CAUQrrcFahcKEwjQ476jpc7pAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQBQ] or on Stitcher [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/drew-mackie/happy-history]. Listen to Hadley’s other podcast, Underbelly L.A. [https://www.underbellyla.com/] It’s not quite as sunny, but it’s a fun dive into history nonetheless. Every episode of Happy History is researched, written and narrated by Hadley Meares. Happy History is produced by Drew Mackie [https://www.gayestepisodeever.com/] and edited by Meika Grimm [https://flannelbush.com/]. The logo was designed by Sarah Wickham [http://www.saywickham.com/]. The intro song is “Together We Can” by Hedkandi [https://prosearch.tribeofnoise.com/artists/show/26404/18166]. This is a TableCakes podcast [https://tablecakes.com/].

Please enjoy the story of Faith, a British cat who was awarded a medal for courage during World War II. Subscribe to Happy History on iTunes [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-history/id1513967115], on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/7FLiLLSSIyq1b4t7mGSOH2?si=P5BEMQu5QRuM9Ij9EtNzCw], on Google Podcasts [https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9oYXBweWhpc3RvcnkubGlic3luLmNvbS9yc3M&ved=0CAUQrrcFahcKEwjQ476jpc7pAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQBQ] or on Stitcher [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/drew-mackie/happy-history]. Listen to Hadley’s other podcast, Underbelly L.A. [https://www.underbellyla.com/] It’s not quite as sunny, but it’s a fun dive into history nonetheless. Every episode of Happy History is researched, written and narrated by Hadley Meares. Happy History is produced by Drew Mackie [https://www.gayestepisodeever.com/] and edited by Meika Grimm [https://flannelbush.com/]. The logo was designed by Sarah Wickham [http://www.saywickham.com/]. The intro song is “Together We Can” by Hedkandi [https://prosearch.tribeofnoise.com/artists/show/26404/18166]. This is a TableCakes podcast [https://tablecakes.com/].

Basically anyone alive today knows about sparklers, the gentler firework that is the only one safe to hold in your hand for long period of time. But where did this glorified birthday candle come from? Hadley, as always, has the history. Subscribe to Happy History on iTunes [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-history/id1513967115], on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/7FLiLLSSIyq1b4t7mGSOH2?si=P5BEMQu5QRuM9Ij9EtNzCw], on Google Podcasts [https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9oYXBweWhpc3RvcnkubGlic3luLmNvbS9yc3M&ved=0CAUQrrcFahcKEwjQ476jpc7pAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQBQ] or on Stitcher [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/drew-mackie/happy-history]. Listen to Hadley’s other podcast, Underbelly L.A. [https://www.underbellyla.com/] It’s not quite as sunny, but it’s a fun dive into history nonetheless. Every episode of Happy History is researched, written and narrated by Hadley Meares. Happy History is produced by Drew Mackie [https://www.gayestepisodeever.com/] and edited by Meika Grimm [https://flannelbush.com/]. The logo was designed by Sarah Wickham [http://www.saywickham.com/]. The intro song is “Together We Can” by Hedkandi [https://prosearch.tribeofnoise.com/artists/show/26404/18166]. This is a TableCakes podcast [https://tablecakes.com/].

Humans have not, actually, been forever blowing bubbles, but the history of mankind putting a little soapy wonder into the air goes back further than you might guess. Subscribe to Happy History on iTunes [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-history/id1513967115], on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/7FLiLLSSIyq1b4t7mGSOH2?si=P5BEMQu5QRuM9Ij9EtNzCw], on Google Podcasts [https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9oYXBweWhpc3RvcnkubGlic3luLmNvbS9yc3M&ved=0CAUQrrcFahcKEwjQ476jpc7pAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQBQ] or on Stitcher [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/drew-mackie/happy-history]. Listen to Hadley’s other podcast, Underbelly L.A. [https://www.underbellyla.com/] It’s not quite as sunny, but it’s a fun dive into history nonetheless. Every episode of Happy History is researched, written and narrated by Hadley Meares. Happy History is produced by Drew Mackie [https://www.gayestepisodeever.com/] and edited by Meika Grimm [https://flannelbush.com/]. The logo was designed by Sarah Wickham [http://www.saywickham.com/]. The intro song is “Together We Can” by Hedkandi [https://prosearch.tribeofnoise.com/artists/show/26404/18166]. This is a TableCakes podcast [https://tablecakes.com/].

Hey, remember parties? It might seem like ancient history when we could have carefree gatherings, but in this episode, we’re looking specifically at the parties held during a period of ancient history. Antony and Cleopatra might be famous for being lovers and political figures, but in their day they were also famous for throwing parties so over-the-top that we can only hope to have a chance to attempt their levels of festiveness one day. Follow Hadley on Twitter [https://twitter.com/hadleymeares]. Subscribe to Happy History on iTunes [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-history/id1513967115], on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/7FLiLLSSIyq1b4t7mGSOH2?si=P5BEMQu5QRuM9Ij9EtNzCw], on Google Podcasts [https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9oYXBweWhpc3RvcnkubGlic3luLmNvbS9yc3M&ved=0CAUQrrcFahcKEwjQ476jpc7pAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQBQ] or on Stitcher [https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/drew-mackie/happy-history]. Listen to Hadley’s other podcast, Underbelly L.A. [https://www.underbellyla.com/] It’s not quite as sunny, but it’s a fun dive into history nonetheless. Every episode of Happy History is researched, written and narrated by Hadley Meares. Happy History is produced by Drew Mackie [https://www.gayestepisodeever.com/] and edited by Meika Grimm [https://flannelbush.com/]. The logo was designed by Sarah Wickham [http://www.saywickham.com/]. The intro song is “Together We Can” by Hedkandi [https://prosearch.tribeofnoise.com/artists/show/26404/18166]. This is a TableCakes podcast [https://tablecakes.com/].