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Meridians: History and Science

Meridians: History and Science

por Charlie Noble

Historia Ciencia

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EP19: A Mighty Voice for Chinatown: The Great Tye Leung Schulze

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 Meridians is a podcast created by Charlie Noble. This isn't a history or science class; it's a relaxed journey through time. I'm sifting through interesting tidbits and trying to learn something new while I'm at it. There are no sensationalized stories or conspiracy theories here—just a straightforward examination of facts. My goal is to maintain a positive perspective while honestly reflecting on our world.

EP18: Two Fates during the California Gold Rush

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 created by Charlie Noble. This isn't a history or science class; it's a relaxed journey through time. I'm sifting through interesting tidbits and trying to learn something new while I'm at it. There are no sensationalized stories or conspiracy theories here—just a straightforward examination of facts. My goal is to maintain a positive perspective while honestly reflecting on our world.

EP17: Master of the Sea: Joshua Slocum

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: feedback@meridianspodcast.com Meridians is a podcast created by Charlie Noble. This isn't a history or science class; it's a relaxed journey through time. I'm sifting through interesting tidbits and trying to learn something new while I'm at it. There are no sensationalized stories or conspiracy theories here—just a straightforward examination of facts. My goal is to maintain a positive perspective while honestly reflecting on our world.

EP16: Joshua Slocum, An Adventuring Family at Sea

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 have ever done. 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't a history or science class; it's a relaxed journey through time. I'm sifting through interesting tidbits and trying to learn something new while I'm at it. There are no sensationalized stories or conspiracy theories here—just a straightforward examination of facts. My goal is to maintain a positive perspective while honestly reflecting on our world.

EP15: They Had to Be as Tough as Hell to Make It Work: The Settling of Freetown, Sierra Leone

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 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't a history or science class; it's a relaxed journey through time. I'm sifting through interesting tidbits and trying to learn something new while I'm at it. There are no sensationalized stories or conspiracy theories here—just a straightforward examination of facts. My goal is to maintain a positive perspective while honestly reflecting on our world.

EP14: The Anglo-Asante Wars: The Price of Gold

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@meridianspodcast.com Meridians is a podcast created by Charlie Noble. This isn't a history or science class; it's a relaxed journey through time. I'm sifting through interesting tidbits and trying to learn something new while I'm at it. There are no sensationalized stories or conspiracy theories here—just a straightforward examination of facts. My goal is to maintain a positive perspective while honestly reflecting on our world.

EP13: The Soul of the Asanti Nation: How a Golden Stool united people

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? 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't a history or science class; it's a relaxed journey through time. I'm sifting through interesting tidbits and trying to learn something new while I'm at it. There are no sensationalized stories or conspiracy theories here—just a straightforward examination of facts. My goal is to maintain a positive perspective while honestly reflecting on our world.

EP12: The Royal African Company Sold People

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't a history or science class; it's a relaxed journey through time. I'm sifting through interesting tidbits and trying to learn something new while I'm at it. There are no sensationalized stories or conspiracy theories here—just a straightforward examination of facts. My goal is to maintain a positive perspective while honestly reflecting on our world.

EP11: From Charles to James: Conspiracies, Catholicism, and the Glorious Revolution

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 Noble. This isn't a history or science class; it's a relaxed journey through time. I'm sifting through interesting tidbits and trying to learn something new while I'm at it. There are no sensationalized stories or conspiracy theories here—just a straightforward examination of facts. My goal is to maintain a positive perspective while honestly reflecting on our world.

EP10: The Merry Monarch's England: Prosperity, Plague, and Poverty in Charles II's Reign

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 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't a history or science class; it's a relaxed journey through time. I'm sifting through interesting tidbits and trying to learn something new while I'm at it. There are no sensationalized stories or conspiracy theories here—just a straightforward examination of facts. My goal is to maintain a positive perspective while honestly reflecting on our world.

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