A podcast about history, science, tales and everything in between.
26: Oxen, more than just ‘unintact bulls’
We look at this oft-forgotten animalg
25: William Le Lacheur
The transformation of Costa Rica
24: Old toys and Christmas elves
What will Anton make of older gifts?
23: We go nuts!
Hazelnut folklore and the Conker Cup
22: Corpse Medicine
From mummies to brains to mellified man
21: Pigments that poison
We look at the history and science of colour
20: Talk like a necromancer pirate monk!
Arrrr!
19: Margaret Ann Neve
The oldest woman in the world & a look at frozen dogs
18: Something smelly
The science and history of farts
17: Fortress Guernsey
The Nazi invasion and occupation of the Channel Islands
16: Our friendly pollinators
Bees, butterflies and fear is in the mind
We are The Curiosity of a Child, a father and son who discuss everything from science and history to monsters and games. We look at the quirky and unusual as well we the mundane from around the world as well as seeking out local history, events and characters. Don’t be put off by a young co-host, this isn’t a podcast aimed at kids, we don’t shy away from the stories we uncover. That said we aim to by fun, accessible and enjoyable to all!
And we don’t just research, we like to test and recreate! We’ve performed a traditional magical ritual whilst exploring the history of magic and recreated the Great London Stink to understand just how bad it was. We’ve tasted spices from around the globe to understand why nations went to war over them and recorded in megalithic passage graves to feel the power they gave to our ancestors. Join us and rediscover your curiosity!
Your hosts are Ric, Development Director and co-founder of U&US and his son Anton!