Learn how to stop letting fear control your life with lessons from sheep. Discover how courage and character can lead to personal growth and transformation. This true story will inspire you to face your fears and create positive change in your life.

What can a 7-year-old chasing sheep teach us about managing fear? A humorous childhood memory opens the door to deeper truths about fear, courage, and growth. With stories from Apollo 13, Florence Nightingale, and quotes from Roosevelt, Churchill, and Plato. Explore how fear holds us back—and how to face it with purpose.

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00:00 Intro
00:12 The Boy and the Sheep
01:25 The Nature of Fear
02:59 Florence Nightingale
03:57 Everyday Fear
04:31 Fear Meets Focus – Apollo 13
05:32 Elenore Rosevelt and Winston Churchill
06:10 What Do We Do About Fear
07:26 An Ounce
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Online References:
1. Fear response in prey animals – https://www.agric.wa.gov.au/livestock-biosecurity/livestock-stress-and-capture-myopathy  
2. Neuroscience of fear – https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5573739/  
3. Florence Nightingale bio – https://www.britannica.com/biography/Florence-Nightingale  
4. NASA Apollo 13 account – https://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/apollo/missions/apollo13.html  
5. APA article on fear psychology – https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/stress/2013/fear  
6. Eleanor Roosevelt quote – https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/652-you-gain-strength-courage-and-confidence-by-every-experience-in  
7. Churchill quote source – https://winstonchurchill.org/resources/quotes/quotes-falsely-attributed-to-churchill/  
8. Bible verse (John 14:27) – https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+14%3A27&version=KJV  
9. Plato quote attribution notes – https://quoteinvestigator.com/2015/10/03/dark-light/


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 **Ancient Egypt, Pepi II, longest reigning pharaoh, weird history, crumbling pyramids** 
This is the story of the 6-year-old king who ruled for 94 years… and maybe forgot to do anything. Sticky servants? Check. Bizarre letters? Absolutely. Pepi II’s absurdly long reign might’ve helped bring down the Old Kingdom—one slow, sandy crumble at a time. Hit play and get a taste of history that’s weird, real, and unforgettable.
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📜 1. Pepi II’s Long Reign & Historical Timeline
Source: The Oxford History of Ancient Egypt via Ancient.eu (World History Encyclopedia)
Covers: Pepi II's reign duration, accession at a young age, and the start of the First Intermediate Period.
URL:
https://www.worldhistory.org/Pepi_II/
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🏺 2. The Letter to Harkhuf (The Dancing Pygmy Story)
Source: The British Museum / Ancient Egypt: The Harkhuf Autobiography
Covers: Translation and context of Pepi II’s letter to his governor, requesting the safe return of the pygmy.
URL:
https://www.reshafim.org.il/ad/egypt/texts/harkhuf.htm
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🐝 3. The Honey-and-Flies Story (Anecdotal Reference)
Source: The Smithsonian Magazine – “Bizarre Ancient Facts”
Covers: While not confirmed by ancient sources, this modern article mentions the fly anecdote and how it’s been passed down.
URL:
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/ten-bizarre-facts-from-ancient-egypt-2318783/
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🏗️ 4. Pepi II’s Pyramid at Saqqara
Source: Digital Egypt for Universities – University College London
Covers: Dimensions, condition, and materials used in Pepi II’s pyramid.
URL:
https://www.ucl.ac.uk/museums-static/digitalegypt//saqqara/pyr_pepi2.html
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📉 5. Collapse of Central Authority and First Intermediate Period
Source: Khan Academy – Ancient Egyptian History: First Intermediate Period
Covers: How Pepi II’s long reign contributed to political decline and decentralization.
URL:
https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/world-history/world-history-beginnings/ancient-egypt/a/the-first-intermediate-period

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0:00 Intro to Pepi the 2nd
1:03 Pepi Takes The Throne
1:44 Flies
2:36 Dancing Pigmy
3:16 Pepi’s Pyramid
4:22 Going No Where… Slow
5:10 Perspectives
5:49 An Ounce 

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 Ever wondered why Van Gogh sliced off his ear? Prepare to uncover bizarre theories, humorous insights, and poignant reflections on mental health, and the mystery of what happened to that ear. Join us on a captivating journey that’s equal parts tragic, funny, and profoundly human.

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• Van Gogh Museum - Ear Incident Explanation
URL: https://www.vangoghmuseum.nl/en/art-and-stories/vincent-van-gogh-faq/why-did-vincent-van-gogh-cut-off-his-ear
(Provides a reliable overview and accepted historical narrative of Van Gogh's ear incident.)
• Van Gogh Letters - Letter from Van Gogh & Dr. Félix Rey
URL: https://vangoghletters.org/vg/letters/let728/letter.html
(Original source documenting Van Gogh’s condition post-incident, referencing his mental anguish and hospitalization.)
• Acta Oto-Laryngologica – Ménière's Disease Study
URL: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1843176/
(Research suggesting Van Gogh’s symptoms matched Ménière’s disease, providing a medical explanation for his actions.)
• Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) – Tinnitus & Ménière's Disease Analysis
URL: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/384960
(Medical analysis speculating Van Gogh's ear mutilation may have been related to severe tinnitus and Ménière’s disease.)
• Guardian - Recipient of Van Gogh's Ear
URL: https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2016/jul/20/woman-who-received-van-goghs-ear-named-130-years-after-artist-cut-it-off
(Explains historical research identifying Gabrielle Berlatier, rather than Rachel, as the likely recipient of the ear.)
• Van Gogh Gallery Blog – Theories on Gauguin’s Role
URL: https://blog.vangoghgallery.com/index.php/en/2015/03/04/the-theories-of-vincent-van-goghs-ear/
(Offers insights into the theory suggesting Gauguin might have accidentally sliced off Van Gogh’s ear with a sword.)


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 History’s Craziest Failed Predictions: Why the Experts Got It Hilariously Wrong

Think you can predict the future? Think again! In this episode of An Ounce, we dive into history's biggest and funniest prediction fails. Discover why experts confidently declared airplanes impossible, dismissed the telephone, called personal computers pointless, and even predicted rock ‘n’ roll's quick demise.

History has never been so amusingly wrong!

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Was there flight before the wrights? Find out here -   https://youtu.be/ujQF1QzqwKs

How come nobody smiled in those old timey photo’s? - https://youtu.be/l3xddLnkqME

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References & Sources:
• Simon Newcomb & Flight Prediction:
Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum – "Simon Newcomb & Early Flight Predictions"
URL: https://airandspace.si.edu/stories/editorial/simon-newcomb-astronomer-skeptic
• Western Union & the Telephone (1876):
History Channel – "Alexander Graham Bell & the Telephone"
URL: https://www.history.com/topics/inventions/alexander-graham-bell
• Darryl Zanuck & Television Prediction (1946):
Britannica – "Television History & Impact"
URL: https://www.britannica.com/technology/television-technology
• Ken Olsen's Home Computer Prediction (1977):
CNN – "Ken Olsen's Famous Misquote about Home Computers"
URL: https://edition.cnn.com/2013/02/07/tech/innovation/computer-home-olsen-obit/index.html
• Michael Dell & Apple Prediction (1997):
CNBC – "Apple’s Rise after Dell’s Advice"
URL: https://www.cnbc.com/2017/05/23/apple-ceo-tim-cook-michael-dell-advice.html
• Clifford Stoll & Internet Prediction (1995):
Newsweek – "Clifford Stoll's Infamous 1995 Internet Prediction"
URL: https://www.newsweek.com/clifford-stoll-why-internet-will-fail-1995-329295
• Variety Magazine & Rock 'n' Roll (1955):
Rolling Stone – "Why Rock 'n' Roll Was Predicted to Fail"
URL: https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-features/rock-n-roll-wont-last-infamous-predictions-1234608907/


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 The Mandela Effect strikes again! Find out what's changing this time and test yourself on famous examples like Star Wars, KitKat, and Tinker Bell. Explore the theories of parallel universes and false memories in this mind-bending video!

NOTE: The images displayed in this video are the property of their respective copyright and trademark owners. They are used here under the doctrine of 'fair use' for purposes such as commentary, criticism, education, or research. No copyright or trademark infringement is intended.


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Watch this riveting true tale about a trail-blazer in a petticoat…  https://youtu.be/I9HFsK5YPs8

How come nobody smiled in those old timey photo’s? - https://youtu.be/l3xddLnkqME

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🔍 Sources for the Mandela Effect Examples in This Episode
1. The Berenstain Bears – “Berenstein” vs. “Berenstain”
Many remember it as “Berenstein,” but it’s always been “Berenstain.”
📎 https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/life/entertainment/g28438966/mandela-effect-examples/
2. The Monopoly Man’s Missing Monocle
He’s never had a monocle—despite what your memory says.
📎 https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/585887/mandela-effect-examples
3. Darth Vader’s Line – “Luke, I am your father”
The real quote? “No, I am your father.”
📎 https://abc7.com/mandela-effect-false-memory-yougov-polling/12198338/
4. Disney Castle Intro – Was Tinkerbell There?
Nope! She never flew over the castle in the official intro.
📎 https://www.buzzfeed.com/christopherhudspeth/mandela-effect-examples
5. Fruit of the Loom Logo – Cornucopia or Not?
There was never a cornucopia in the logo—just the fruit.
📎 https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/585887/mandela-effect-examples
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🧠 Debunking the Mandela Effect (Alternate Reality Theory)
Psychologists explain the Mandela Effect as a product of false memory—not parallel universes.
📎 https://www.forbes.com/sites/traversmark/2023/11/24/the-mandela-effect-a-psychologist-explains-collective-false-memories/


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Artificial Intelligence (Ai) is hiring, firing, and making millions—but also failing spectacularly. Will #robots  replace you, or will plumbers outlast us all? Find out in this **hilarious deep dive into #ai  jobs!**👇 Find out the shocking truth about AI automation, weird new jobs, and the #future  of work!

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Watch this riveting true tale examining, “Who Really Flew First: Was there Flight before the Wrights?” https://youtu.be/ujQF1QzqwKs

These snacks have changed over the years. “Medicines You Never Knew Were Your Favorite Snacks!” - https://youtu.be/N_5-2CW4TPs

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Online References for this episode:
References:
1. Business Insider - McDonald's AI Drive-Thru Failures: https://www.businessinsider.com/mcdonalds-ai-drive-thru-glitches-2023-8
2. ABA Journal - ChatGPT Passing the Bar Exam: https://www.abajournal.com/news/article/chatgpt-4-aces-the-bar-exam-what-does-that-mean-for-lawyers
3. The Verge - AI Influencers: https://www.theverge.com/2023/ai-influencers-brand-deals
4. TechCrunch - AI’s Failure to Replace Comedians: https://techcrunch.com/2023/08/01/ai-writers-arent-funny/
5. CNN - Why AI Can’t Replace Plumbers (Yet!): https://www.cnn.com/2023/07/12/business/ai-jobs-plumbing-electricians/index.html
6. Bloomberg - AI Prompt Engineers Making Big Money: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-04-18/ai-prompt-engineers-are-making-six-figures-heres-why


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 They said WHAT?! These bizarre last words from history will leave you laughing, cringing, and questioning everything. Dying words can be profound… or just plain weird. From ironic to hilarious, here are history’s strangest final moments—Spaghetti-O’s included.🔍  . From shocking to hilarious, these are the last words of history’s most famous people. Some are wise, some are tragic, and some are just ridiculous!


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**How come nobody smiled in those old timey photo’s? - https://youtu.be/l3xddLnkqME

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➡️ 10 creepy coincidences: Was it really all just by chance? -  https://youtu.be/E5OPHlFVHQw


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Sitting still a person generates 100 watts of heat. What if you could use that (energy) to charge your cell phone? ~ Lonnie Johnson
You cannot look back and think what if. ~ John McGinn

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Online References for this episode:
1. General John Sedgwick: Reportedly said, "They couldn't hit an elephant at this distance," before being struck by enemy fire during the Civil War.
URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Sedgwick#Death

2. Karl Marx: When asked for his last words, he reportedly replied, "Last words are for those who haven't said enough."
URL: https://en.wikiquote.org/wiki/Karl_Marx
3. Oscar Wilde: Known for saying, "My wallpaper and I are fighting a duel to the death. One or the other of us has to go," reflecting his wit even in his final moments.
URL: https://en.wikiquote.org/wiki/Oscar_Wilde

4. Voltaire: When urged by a priest to renounce Satan, he allegedly responded, "Now, now, my good man, this is no time for making enemies."
URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Voltaire#Death_and_burial

5. Dominique Bouhours: A grammarian who reportedly said, "I am about to—or I am going to—die: either expression is correct."
URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dominique_Bouhours

6. Humphrey Bogart: His last words are often quoted as, "I should never have switched from Scotch to Martinis."
URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Humphrey_Bogart#Illness_and_death

7. Dylan Thomas: Known for saying, "I've had 18 straight whiskies… I think that's the record!" before his death.
URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dylan_Thomas#Death

8. Joan Crawford: Upon hearing her housekeeper praying, she reportedly said, "Damn it! Don't you dare ask God to help me!"
URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joan_Crawford#Death

9. Vladimir Nabokov: His last words were, "A certain butterfly is already on the way," reflecting his passion for lepidopterology.
URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vladimir_Nabokov#Death

10. Victor Hugo: Reportedly said, "I see black light," during his final moments.
URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Victor_Hugo#Death

11. Thomas J. Grasso: Before his execution, he complained, "I did not get my Spaghetti-O's, I got spaghetti. I want the press to know this."
URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thomas_J._Grasso


12. Anton Chekhov: His last words were, "I am dying. I haven't drunk champagne for a long time," after requ

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 Uncover the truth behind history's biggest myths  - and truths you were never told before. Facts from Napoleon's height to the dancing plague. Prepare to be surprised! You've been lied to - find out the real stories here! There are truths that aren't true - and truths that have been hidden from you. 



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Online References for this episode:
1. Napoleon's Height:
• "Was Napoleon Really Short for His Era?" - E-Verse Radio
o https://www.e-VerseRadio.com/was-napoleon-really-short-for-his-era-did-vikings-really-have-those-ridiculous-horns-on-their-helmets-lets-look-at-some-historical-misconceptions/
2. Viking Helmets:
• "Dispelling Some Myths: Viking Horned Helmets" - Tastes Of History
o https://www.tastesofhistory.co.uk/post/dispelling-some-myths-viking-horned-helmets
3. Einstein's Academic Performance:
• "3 Myths Debunked at the Same Time!" - YouTube
o https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=traW2XbubTg
4. Salem Witch Trials:
• "Myths and Misconceptions: Uncovering the Truth about Napoleon's Height, Lemmings, the Space Pen, the Salem Witch Trials, and Other Things You Thought You Knew" - Odyssey Bookstore
o https://www.odysseybks.com/book/9781631584084
5. Best Man's Origin:
• "Bizarre origins of wedding traditions" - CNNedition.cnn.com
o https://edition.cnn.com/2008/LIVING/wayoflife/06/27/wedding.traditions/index.htmledition.cnn.com
6. The Dancing Plague of 1518:
• "Dancing Plague of 1518" - Wikipedia
o https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dancing_plague_of_1518
• "What Was the Dancing Plague of 1518?" - HISTORY
o https://www.history.com/news/what-was-the-dancing-plague-of-1518
• "Dancing Plague of 1518 | Facts & Theories" - Britannica
o https://www.britannica.com/event/dancing-plague-of-1518
7. The Year Without a Summer (1816):
• "The 5 Craziest Events in World History" - Medium
o https://medium.com/history-hub/the-5-craziest-events-in-world-history-bfc1f9fd37ee
8. The Great Molasses Flood (1919):
• "Great Molasses Flood" - Wikipedia
o https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Molasses_Flood
• "106 Years Ago Today, the Great Molasses Flood Sent Sticky Waves of Syrup Crashing Through Boston" - Food & Wine
https://www.foodandwine.com/great-molasses-flood-boston-8773840


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On October 14, 1912, Theodore Roosevelt was shot in the chest at close range while campaigning in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. But instead of collapsing, he told the crowd not to harm the shooter, checked for blood, and delivered a 90-minute speech—while still bleeding. 

👉 Watch Now: 

Shocking proof that Lincoln’s assassination could have been stopped -  https://youtu.be/r9KGC8lPwEo 

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Watch this riveting true tale about a trail-blazer in a petticoat…  https://youtu.be/I9HFsK5YPs8 

Where did we get started with this whole FAKE NEWS thing? Find out now! - https://youtu.be/pIrCZ5L8DJc 

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 ➡️ Shocking proof that Lincoln’s assassination have been stopped -  https://youtu.be/r9KGC8lPwEo 

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 Sitting still a person generates 100 watts of heat. What if you could use that (energy) to charge your cell phone? ~ Lonnie Johnson 

You cannot look back and think what if. ~ John McGinn 

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Online References for this episode: 

1.      Attempted Assassination of Theodore Roosevelt - Wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Attempted_assassination_of_Theodore_Roosevelt 

2.      Bullet Speech - Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library

https://www.theodorerooseveltcenter.org/Learn-About-TR/TR-Encyclopedia/Events/The-Bullet-Speech.aspx 

3.      The Pocket Items That Saved the Life of Theodore Roosevelt - Library of Congress

https://blogs.loc.gov/headlinesandheroes/2019/07/the-pocket-items-that-saved-the-life-of-theodore-roosevelt/ 

4.      John Schrank - Theodore Roosevelt Center

https://www.theodorerooseveltcenter.org/Learn-About-TR/TR-Encyclopedia/Law-and-Justice/John-Flammang-Schrank.aspx 

5.      Theodore Roosevelt - Wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Theodore_Roosevelt 

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 Join us on the incredible journey of two sisters who dared to ride 5500 miles across America on their Indian Power Plus  motorcycles in 1916. Follow their tough, adventurous journey as they prove a point and travel on their own terms!

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 "Do not follow where the path may lead. Go, instead, where there is no path and leave a trail." ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

“Courage doesn’t always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying, ‘I will try again tomorrow.’”  ~ Mary Anne Radmacher

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Online References for this episode:
Van Buren Sisters Official Website: https://www.vanburensisters.com/ 
American Motorcyclist Association Hall of Fame: https://hof.motorcyclemuseum.org/halloffame/detail.aspx?RacerID=285 
Women in Exploration Timeline: https://womeninexploration.org/timeline/augusta-adeline-van-buren 
Expedition Portal Article:
 https://expeditionportal.com/pioneers-of-moto-history-the-van-buren-sisters-1916-ride-across-america/ 
American Motorcyclist Association Spotlight: https://americanmotorcyclist.com/ama-hof-spotlight-augusta-and-adeline-van-buren/

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Music: All music sourced from Cyberlink’s, Power Director 365 music library.
Images and video from Wikimedia Commons, iStock, Getty, and generated with AI as noted in video. 

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Online References for this episode:
Here's a selection of online references for each of the original events and stories related to the Bermuda Triangle & and a few bonus references:
1. Christopher Columbus's 1492 Voyage:• Event: During his 1492 voyage, Columbus reported strange compass readings and sightings of mysterious lights in the area now known as the Bermuda Triangle.• Reference: The Bermuda Triangle - Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bermuda_Triangle
2. E.V.W. Jones's 1950 Article:• Event: In 1950, Associated Press reporter E.V.W. Jones wrote about unusual disappearances of ships and planes between Florida, Bermuda, and Puerto Rico, bringing attention to the area.• Reference: The Bermuda Triangle - Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bermuda_Triangle
3. George X. Sand's 1952 Article:• Event: In 1952, George X. Sand published an article in Fate Magazine describing a "watery triangle" where vessels disappeared mysteriously.• Reference: The Bermuda Triangle - Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bermuda_Triangle
4. Vincent Gaddis's 1964 Argosy Article:• Event: In 1964, Vincent Gaddis coined the term "Bermuda Triangle" in his Argosy magazine article, linking various disappearances in the region.• Reference: The Bermuda Triangle - Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bermuda_Triangle
5. M.K. Jessup's UFO Theories:• Event: M.K. Jessup proposed that UFOs were responsible for some disappearances in the Bermuda Triangle, suggesting extraterrestrial involvement.• Reference: The Bermuda Triangle - Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bermuda_Trianglehttps://skepticalinquirer.org/2021/08/solving-a-ufological-murder-the-case-of-morris-k-jessup/
6. Bruce Gernon's 1970 Experience:• Event: In 1970, pilot Bruce Gernon reported flying through a tunnel-shaped cloud in the Bermuda Triangle, experiencing a phenomenon he described as a "time warp."• Reference: Bruce Gernon and the Time Vortex - Bermuda Triangle Central http://www.bermuda-triangle.org/html/bruce_gernon.html
7. Cary Gordon Trantham's 1995 Experience:• Event: In 1995, pilot Cary Gordon Trantham encountered unexplained phenomena while flying over the Bermuda Triangle at night, including instrument malfunctions and a sense of being watched.• Reference: The Bermuda Triangle Mystery Delusion: Looking Back after Forty Years - Skeptical Inquirer https://skepticalinquirer.org/2015/11/the-bermuda-triangle-mystery-delusion/
OTHER WELL KNOWN BERMUDA TRIANGLE EVENTS:
8. Flight 19 Disappearance (1945): Event: In December 1945,

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“A lie gets halfway around the world before the truth has a chance to get its pants on.” ~ Winston Churchill
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References for this episode:
1. Lincoln–Kennedy Coincidences  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lincoln%E2%80%93Kennedy_coincidences_urban_legend
2. The Titanic and the Wreck of the Titan https://www.history.com/news/titanic-similarities-morgan-robertson-futility
3. Edgar Allan Poe's Eerie Richard Parker Coincidence  https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/30093/edgar-allan-poes-eerie-richard-parker-coincidence
4. The Curse of Tamerlane’s Tomb https://www.history.com/news/tamerlane-tomb-curse-wwii
5. Tsutomu Yamaguchi: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-pacific-11379138
6. Andrew Jackson's Narrow Escape  https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/andrew-jackson-survived-assassination-attempt-180971725/
7. The First and Last British Soldiers of WWI  https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-25424909
8. Mark Twain and Halley’s Comet  https://www.space.com/12896-halley-comet-mark-twain.html
9. The Strange Coincidence of Hoover Dam’s First and Last Deaths  https://www.usbr.gov/lc/hooverdam/history/essays/workforce.html
10. The Coin That Saved a Life at the Battle of Gallipoli  https://www.history.com/news/world-war-i-lucky-charms-coins
11. Wilmer McLean and the Civil War An article recounting how the Civil War began and ended on Wilmer McLean's properties, highlighting the remarkable coincidence.URL: https://www.nps.gov/articles/000/wilmer-mclean.htm
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 Uncover the shocking secrets of classic works of art by da Vinci, Holbein, van Eyck, and others! Hidden symbols and surprises are revealed in famous artworks that will amaze you.

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“If you could say it in words there would be no reason to paint.” ~ Edward Hopper
“Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.” Jackson Pollock
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References for this episode:
Online References:
1. Mona Lisa:
o Theories about Mona Lisa's identity:
https://www.louvre.fr/en/explore/the-palace/the-mona-lisa
o Lisa Gherardini and Renaissance symbolism:
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/mona-lisa-who-is-she-179990101/
o Speculation about da Vinci’s self-portrait theory:
https://www.history.com/news/5-things-you-may-not-know-about-the-mona-lisa
2. George Washington by Gilbert Stuart:
o Details about the unfinished portrait:
https://www.metmuseum.org/toah/hd/gwst/hd_gwst.htm
o Stuart’s financial struggles and motivations:
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/gilbert-stuart-the-man-behind-the-portrait-180955524/
3. Velázquez’s Las Meninas:
o Interpretations of Velázquez’s inclusion:
https://www.museodelprado.es/en/the-collection/art-work/las-meninas/d3afda62-44d3-4e9d-9bfe-97e44e647115
o Analysis of the painting’s symbolism:
https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/renaissance-reformation/baroque-art1/spain/a/velzquez-las-meninas
4. Henry VIII by Hans Holbein:
o Holbein’s artistry and Henry VIII’s portrayal:
https://www.britannica.com/topic/Hans-Holbein-the-Younger
o Historical context of Henry VIII’s health:
https://www.historyextra.com/period/tudor/henry-viii-health-sickness-illness-disease-theory/
5. Arnolfini Portrait by Jan van Eyck:
o Symbolism and interpretations:
https://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/paintings/jan-van-eyck-the-arnolfini-portrait
o Speculative legal document theory:
https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2016/aug/08/the-arnolfini-portrait-national-gallery-jan-van-eyck

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Music: Stellar Wind by Unicorn Heads from the YouTube Audio library
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“I don’t believe in conspiracy theories. I’m just a cold-blooded investigator” ~ Kevin Gates

"You know, I'm not big on conspiracy theory. It does really kind of get my blood going when I find out there really are conspiracies that actually happened." ~James Van Der Beek

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References for this episode:
• Lost Cosmonauts: https://thedebrief.org/the-lost-cosmonauts-a-story-of-soviet-secrets-and-space-hackers/ and recording by the  Judica-Cordiglia brothers and placed at the end of this video for your review.
• Titanic Switch Theory: https://www.history.com/news/titanic-sinking-conspiracy-myths-jp-morgan-olympic
• The Business Plot: https://allthatsinteresting.com/the-business-plot
• Operation Northwoods: https://www.theblackvault.com/documentarchive/operation-northwoods/

General Disclaimer
This video explores historical conspiracy theories for educational and entertainment purposes. While some of the theories discussed are supported by historical evidence or declassified documents, others remain speculative. Viewers are encouraged to approach these stories critically and conduct their own research.



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 You know the Great Wall of China, but what-if ‘Catherine the Great’ dreamed of her own ‘Great Wall’ in Crimea?

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What if everything is an illusion and nothing exists? In that case, I definitely overpaid for my carpet.~ Woody Allen 
Fearless means trusting your instincts and clarity of thought. Once you have made up your mind, don't be scared of what if. ~ Ravi  Shastri 
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The concept of Catherine the Great’s "Great Wall" in Crimea is a speculative exploration based on historical rumors. The references provided focus on well-documented aspects of Catherine’s reign and her actions in Crimea, offering a foundation for imagining how history might have unfolded differently.

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References for this episode:
Online References:
1. "When Catherine the Great Invaded the Crimea and Put the Rest of the World on Edge"
This article explores Catherine’s annexation of Crimea and its impact on European geopolitics.
URL: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/when-catherine-great-invaded-crimea-and-put-rest-world-edge-180949969/
2. "Greek Plan" (Wikipedia)
An overview of Catherine’s "Greek Plan," highlighting her ambitions to expand Russian influence in the Black Sea region.
URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greek_Plan
3. "1783: The Founding of Sevastopol"
Details Catherine’s establishment of a strategic naval base in Crimea, reflecting her focus on fortifying the region.
URL: https://scalar.fas.harvard.edu/imperiia/1783-the-founding-of-sevastopol
4. "The First Annexation of Crimea 1784"
Discusses the Treaty of Constantinople and Catherine’s efforts to integrate Crimea into the Russian Empire.
URL: https://www.crimeahistory.org/the-first-annexation-of-crimea-1784/
5. "Claiming Crimea: A History of Catherine the Great's Southern Empire" (Harvard University Press)
A scholarly analysis of Catherine’s policies in Crimea and their historical significance.
URL: https://projects.iq.harvard.edu/history_winter_reading_list/news/oneill-kelly-claiming-crimea-history-catherine-greats-southern
6. "Catherine the Great's Expansion: Russian Imperial Ambitions"
Outlines Catherine’s territorial expansions and the long-term implications of her imperial policies.
URL: https://www.worldatlas.com/early-modern-era/catherine-the-great-s-expansion-russian-imperial-ambitions.html
7. "Catherine II Manifesto on Accession of Crimea Peninsula, Taman Island..."
A historical document detailing Catherine’s annexation of Crimea and the creation of the Taurida region.
URL: https://www.prlib.ru/en/history/619179
8. "Crimean Journey of Catherine the Great" (Wikipedia)
Describes Catherine’s inspection trip to Crimea in 1787, showcasing her commitment to the newly acquired territory.
URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crimean_journey_of_Catherine_the_Great

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Music: Produced with  AI in Cyberlink.
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Discover the shocking historical trial of the Cadaver Synod, where a dead pope was put on trial. This bizarre event will leave you speechless! One of the strangest true stories I ever heard!


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(A definition of history) “An account, mostly false, of events, mostly unimportant, which are brought about by rulers, mostly knaves, and soldiers, mostly fools.” ~ Ambrose Bierce
“History is more or less bunk.” ~ Henry Ford
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References for this episode:
Online References:
Wikipedia: Cadaver Synod
A comprehensive overview of the event, including its background, proceedings, and aftermath. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cadaver_Synod
JSTOR Daily: The Cadaver Synod: Putting a Dead Pope on Trial
An article that explores the bizarre trial and its implications within the context of church history. https://daily.jstor.org/the-cadaver-synod-putting-a-dead-pope-on-trial/
Catholic Answers: The Strange Case of Pope Formosus
A detailed examination of the circumstances leading up to and following the Cadaver Synod, with insights into the ecclesiastical and political climate of the time. https://www.catholic.com/magazine/print-edition/the-strange-case-of-pope-formosus
Britannica: Cadaver Synod
A concise summary of the event, highlighting key aspects and its significance in papal history. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Formosus
HowStuffWorks: The Cadaver Synod: When a Dead Pope Was Put on Trial
An accessible account that delves into the peculiarities of the trial and its historical context. https://history.howstuffworks.com/historical-events/dead-pope-put-on-trial.htm#:~:text=The%20Posthumous%20Trial,-Two%20popes%20later&text=It%20wasn't%20enough%20to,bishoprics%20at%20the%20same%20time.

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 The human ability to innovate ways to kill each other is remarkable.


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“Disasters have a way of clearing space for something new and better.” ~  Jim Fugate 

“The search for a scapegoat is the easiest of all hunting expeditions.” ~ Dwight D. Eisenhower

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References for this episode:
Online References:
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/the-top-secret-world-war-ii-mission-that-killed-joseph-pkennedy-heir-apparent-political-dynasty-180984857/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
https://www.vice.com/en/article/marilyn-monroe-and-drones/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
https://www.history.com/news/japans-killer-wwii-balloons
https://www.nationalmuseum.af.mil/Visit/Museum-Exhibits/Fact-Sheets/Display/Article/198095/kettering-aerial-torpedo-bug/
https://www.nationalmuseum.af.mil/Visit/Museum-Exhibits/Fact-Sheets/Display/Article/196292/radioplane-oq-2a/
https://www.iwm.org.uk/history/the-v1-flying-bomb-hitlers-vengeance-weapon
https://tanks-encyclopedia.com/ww2/germany/mittlerer-ladungstrager-sd-kfz-304-springer/
https://tankmuseum.org/
https://www.history.navy.mil/browse-by-topic/exploration-and-innovation/navy-torpedoes.html#
https://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/1962/january/kaitenjapans-human-torpedoes
https://factschology.com/factschology-articles-podcast/russian-anti-tank-dogs-world-war-ii

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 Discover the untold story of the innocent fall-guy blamed for an historical disaster he didn't cause.

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“Disasters have a way of clearing space for something new and better.” ~  Jim Fugate 

“The search for a scapegoat is the easiest of all hunting expeditions.” ~ Dwight D. Eisenhower

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References for this episode:
Online References:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Fire_of_London
https://www.london-fire.gov.uk/museum/history-and-stories/the-great-fire-of-london/
https://www.historic-uk.com/HistoryUK/HistoryofEngland/The-Great-Fire-of-London/
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/Jq4ZMK77LF2Lxng1zPYZY0/eight-things-you-might-not-know-about-the-great-fire-of-london
https://www.historyhit.com/facts-about-the-great-fire-of-london/

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 Serious faces, wild guesses, and fascinating facts—why old photos were grin-free zones.

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“If you only have one smile in you, give it to the people you love.” ~ Maya Angelou 

“A simple smile. That’s the start of opening your heart and being compassionate to others.” ~ Dalai Lama

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References for this episode:
Online References:
https://www.upworthy.com/why-didn-t-people-smile-in-old-photographs-it-wasn-t-just-about-the-long-exposure-times

https://time.com/4568032/smile-serious-old-photos/

https://fstoppers.com/originals/heres-why-people-hardly-ever-smiled-old-time-photographs-408526

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/wonk/wp/2015/12/01/researchers-have-discovered-a-surprising-reason-we-smile-in-photos/

https://medium.com/@samwooddoowmas/smile-6fb3c2c9fb3c

https://aeon.co/essays/a-history-of-the-smile-through-art-culture-and-etiquette

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Music: Future King of Heaven, Leaning On the Everlasting Arms, and In The Sweet By and By- by Zachariah Hickman.  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCxXuycyfYH17CZ_1NtwX1g
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 A little girl, an innocent heart, and a group of soldiers searching for purpose—this is the story of Ruby Crane. A true story about how hero’s can appear.

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“In the sweetness of friendship let there be laughter, and sharing of pleasures. For in the dew of little things the heart finds its morning and is refreshed.” ~ Khalil Gibran 

“It is the sweet, simple things of life which are the real ones after all.” ~ Laura Ingalls Wilder

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References for this episode:
Online References:
https://snapshotsofhistory.quora.com/From-the-age-of-3-years-old-Ruby-Crane-walked-blinded-soldiers-around-a-rehabilitation-centre-called-St-Dunstans-at-Brig

https://www.reddit.com/r/TheWayWeWere/comments/14v1j13/ruby_crane_c_1915/?rdt=43322

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/256653779/ruby_alice-crane

https://repository.essex.ac.uk/26602/5/Little%20Rubys%20Hand%20agreed%20version%204-9-19.pdf

https://blog.nationalarchives.gov.uk/st-dunstans-hostel-blind-soldiers-sailors/

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