THE VERDICT: Psychology in Cambodia during the Neogene

Sand, scrolls, and… Hercules? This week, Pete and Ryan head back to ancient Morocco to uncover a time before paperbacks, when stories lived in memory and myths roamed the land. Expect dramatic desert backdrops, surprisingly fun facts, and a muscle-bound Greek hero with a to-do list from hell. Plus, we welcome the mysterious author of a novel set in this very time and place. Download now for tales, trivia, and a touch of creative licence—on episode 104 of HHE Podcast!   Chapters: 00:00 Intro! 02:18 Orientation to Morocco 12:18 History of Morocco! 26:24 The Labours of Petecles! 42:38 Starsong! 54:51 Derzolation! 56:31 Outro!   Links / Thanks: Morocco National Animation | Moomba TV (https://youtu.be/7dmTcInojWw?si=2n3rGkIa0dnM3RYY) Morocco National Anthem (https://youtu.be/uIKWKeoCJW0?si=2cxM2LhAmSqoTvrL) Starsong | A Novel (Amazon Kindle: https://a.co/d/fy84pw0; Apple Books, Kobo, and many others: https://books2read.com/u/brx5Nw)   Contact: http://hhepodcast.com https://linktr.ee/hhepodcast

It’s time for The Verdict on Water in Abu Dhabi during the 1970s! Dive into the hidden depths of the Liwa aquifer, stroll through the shady palms of Al Ain’s ancient oasis, and sip history at the city’s first 5-star hotel. Plus, discover how Abu Dhabi tried to squeeze rain from the sky, and why turning seawater into drinking water might just be the region’s ultimate magic trick. But will the Judge find this episode a refreshing splash or a total washout? Find out now on… THE VERDICT!   Chapters: 00:00 Intro 03:12 First Impressions + The Liwa Aquifer! 09:23 Al Ain Oasis!  13:24 The Hilton Hotel! 17:44 The Ghaf Tree! 23:00 Cloud Seeding! 26:32 The Final Verdict! 29:13 Outro (+ Coral Project!)   Contact: https://linktr.ee/hhepodcast http://hhepodcast.com

In this episode of History Happened Everywhere, Pete and Ryan uncover the jaw-dropping story of how a sleepy desert outpost transformed into a modern global capital—powered by ambition, engineering, and... well, fuel. Meet the visionary leader who quite literally bridged the gap between water and sand. Marvel at the extraordinary effort it took to build a world-class port from nothing. And brace yourself for the moment a humble British toilet nearly brought the entire project to a screeching halt. Oh—and if you've ever wondered how many grains of sand are in the desert, or how to whip up a gourmet meal in the middle of nowhere… you're in the right place. This is history with heat. Don’t miss it.    Chapters: 00:00 Intro! 02:26 Orientation to Abu Dhabi! 14:58 History of Abu Dhabi! 26:38 Port Problems! 42:40 Take me to the Bridge! 56:52 Derzolation! 58:34 Outro!   Links / Thanks: Spongebob Squarepants (https://youtu.be/m5uayeTCYJQ?si=U1V9UUHvae-Xme69) Zayed’s Dream | Faisal Al Saari (https://youtu.be/3uZlLSoaI4E?si=Hg47wHHaN6ajhNfD) Traditional Dance UAE (https://youtu.be/CCgtD4lCjfY?si=_qMVkPJ5BYxssIXf) Bridge Over Troubled Water | Simon & Garfunkel (https://youtu.be/4G-YQA_bsOU?si=DWHPHgJtPijeI-gy)   Contact: http://hhepodcast.com https://linktr.ee/hhepodcast

Court is in session for our First-Aid in Sudan during 1995-2000 episode! Discover the perilous world of Sudanese delivery services, squirm through the ghastly details of the Guinea Worm, and find out why First-Aid symbols are giving the ISO a headache. Plus, brace yourself for the most horrifying historical First-Aid kit you’ll ever encounter, meet the legendary Sudanese giant Manute Bol, and take a trip beneath Sudan’s famous pyramids to uncover what lurks below. Will the Judge survive this medical mayhem? Find out now on… THE VERDICT!   Chapters: 00:00 Intro 03:32 First Impressions + Bernard’s Dangerous Delivery Service! 07:00 More on the Guinea Worm! 11:24 The Symbol for First-Aid! 16:10 HHE Podcast’s First-Aid Kit! 21:46 Mea Culpa (+ Manute Bol)! 25:53 The Final Verdict! 29:26 Outro (+ More on Pyramids!)   Thanks: Roberta Gately   Contact: https://linktr.ee/hhepodcast http://hhepodcast.com

When a peanut farmer takes on a parasitic menace, history gets weird — in the best way possible. In this episode of History Happened Everywhere, Pete and Ryan head to Sudan between 1995 and 2000, where a relentless ex-president declared war… on a worm. They also sit down with humanitarian Roberta Gately, who shares firsthand stories of delivering first aid in the toughest conditions. Along the way, they uncover Sudan’s curious love affair with pointy buildings, dive into its turbulent past, and trace the unexpected origins of the first aid kit. It’s survival, history, and obsession like you’ve never heard before!    Chapters: 00:00 Intro! 02:00 Orientation to Sudan! 08:26 Sudan Facts! 11:26 History of Sudan! 24:12 What is First-Aid? 29:36 Guinea Worm! 41:26 Roberta Gately! 56:12 Derzolation! 57:52 Outro!   Links / Thanks: Roberta Gately: https://robertagately.com https://help.unicef.org/ Sudan National Anthem (https://youtu.be/eRL_ffneXJU?si=7-qYfpMfCXLehwLw) Traditional Nubian Music (https://youtu.be/vzi-aolo8vo?si=3qHlk1OlVqWWnz92) Shark Tank Theme (© Bintro, Sony Pictures Movies & Disney Enterprises, ABC) The Black Pharaohs (https://www.reverbnation.com/theblackpharaohs)   Contact: http://hhepodcast.com https://linktr.ee/hhepodcast

Judge Dersley takes the stand once more to deliver his verdict on HHE Podcast episode 101. Will the boys’ deep dive into Cambodia’s past earn his approval? Can fresh insights into Angkor Wat’s Stegosaurus, the lingering scars of landmines, the eerie Ting Mong spirit guardians, and Freud’s more questionable theories impress the Judge? Or will the looming ghost of Dersley the Khoratpithecus push him to the brink of madness? Find out now on… THE VERDICT!   Chapters: 00:00 Intro 03:04 First Impressions + Khmer Stegasaurus! 06:26 Good + Less-Good News Cambodia! 14:30 The History of Psychology + Sigmund Fraud! 22:41 Ting Mong! 25:41 The Final Verdict! 29:56 Outro (+ Stegadon!)   Thanks: Khmer Music by Cambodian Landmine Victims (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=haG6bZ1FuR0) Landmine Relief Fund (https://www.landmine-relief-fund.com/)   Contact: https://linktr.ee/hhepodcast http://hhepodcast.com

Pete and Ryan are back with another deep dive into the weird and wonderful corners of history! This time, they’re off to Southeast Asia, searching for anything remotely psychological from ten million years ago. So, kick back on the therapist’s couch and let your worries drift away as they uncover why bears might need an iPad, how ancient apes handled anxiety, and what elephants have to do with annulling marriages!    Chapters: 00:00 Intro! 02:00 Orientation to Cambodia! 05:04 Cambodia Facts! 12:52 History of Cambodia! 24:20 A Bear Face Lie! 36:14 King of the Whingers! 49:54 Derzolation! 51:02 Outro!   Links / Thanks: Cambodia National Anthem (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-eUl0Fc2-s) The Best of Cambodian Classical Music - Vol 1 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZI8geoqOagM&list=PLfm6pL21R_TnKzN6OG5Do3RelHP51HuRJ&index=4) SR Vol 39-4 VeaYo Khae KaDoek | វាយោខែកក្ដិក -Ros SeRey SoThea (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0jWs7xaU_FQ) Free The Bears - Cambodia Bear Sanctuary (https://freethebears.org)   Contact: http://hhepodcast.com https://linktr.ee/hhepodcast

It’s the History Happened Everywhere end-of-year showdown! Judge Dersley takes the gavel as Pete and Ryan face off in a battle of wits (and questionable memory) to prove who’s best at remembering things they’ve said this year. Expect laughs, chaos, and more “Did I really say that?!” moments than you can handle. Who will win? Who will crumble? And will Judge Dersley lose all hope in humanity? Tune in to find out!    Chapters: 00:00 Intro! 01:46 Round One: Guess the Introduction! 07:58 Round Two: Quick-Fire Round! 10:24 Round Three: Whose Flag? 14:10 Round Four: True or False? 16:30 Round Five: Reviews of Places Visited! 18:38 Round Six: AI Episode Descriptions! 21:48 Round Seven: Who, What, When, Where, How & Why? 24:14 Final Round: Quick Questions! 27:35 And the winner is...? 28:24 Outro!   Thanks: The Mighty Jim Coulson!   Contact: http://hhepodcast.com https://linktr.ee/hhepodcast

It’s the 100th episode of THE VERDICT, and Judge Dersley is presiding over the ‘Something Somewhere Sometime’ special! Explore the damp squib that was the end of Henry Church’s military career! Discover quirky facts about canaries and bananas! And meet the legendary bootlegging kingpin, George Remus! All while, Pete and Ryan pull out all the stops to sway the Judge and secure that elusive A-grade! Will they succeed..? Find out now on… THE VERDICT!   Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:47 First Impressions! 08:13 Henry Church’s Final Battle!  10:52 The Canary Killer! 16:48 Remarkable Remus! 22:30 The Final Verdict! 26:43 Outro (+ Banana Facts!)   Contact: https://linktr.ee/hhepodcast http://hhepodcast.com

It’s a milestone moment — Pete and Ryan celebrate their 100th episode of History Happened Everywhere! With all of history and the whole world to explore, where will their journey take them? From sun-soaked islands to a hidden mountain town, they uncover tales of banana empires, rum-soaked escapades, and even encounters with packs of hungry wolves. Don’t miss this special celebratory episode!   Chapters: 00:00 Intro! 03:27 Orientation to Gran Canaria! 09:31 History of Gran Canaria! 14:39 Caves, Bananas and Rum - Oh My! 34:20 Orientation to Hundred! 41:04 History of Hundred! 46:32 Old Hundred! 01:03:58 Derzolation! 01:05:50 Outro!   Links / Thanks:   ‘State Anthem of West Virginia - The West Virginia Hills’ | https://youtu.be/7QG2yMkFlSo?si=pOvy_4IYanx_6Q3h  https://www.haciendalarekompensa.es/mundodelplatano/ https://arehucas.es/ https://encr.pw/nh5Du   Contact: http://hhepodcast.com https://linktr.ee/hhepodcast