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Forever Ago

Brains On presents Forever Ago®, a history show for the whole family! Every episode looks into the surprising and fascinating history of things we think are ordinary, but they’re not -- like ice cream... Read more

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Happy Birthday to You: The story of the world's most popular song

Happy Birthday to You: The story of the world's most popular song

Do you know the birthday song? We bet you do! People all over the world sing a version of “Happy Birthday to You.” It’s ... Read more

5 Jul 2023

28mins

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It’s Electric! The history of electric cars

It’s Electric! The history of electric cars

Electric cars may seem like the latest technology, but they were actually first invented in the late 1880s! So what happ... Read more

28 Jun 2023

32mins

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TGIF: Where did the weekend come from?

TGIF: Where did the weekend come from?

Uh oh, Joy has a big problem: too many fun things to do every weekend and not enough time to do them all. In this episod... Read more

21 Jun 2023

36mins

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Yee-Haw! The hidden history of Black cowboys

Yee-Haw! The hidden history of Black cowboys

Head down to the ranch with Joy and co-host Aaliyah as they share the stories of three incredible Black cowboys. These c... Read more

14 Jun 2023

32mins

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Flying colors: The story of the rainbow Pride flag

Flying colors: The story of the rainbow Pride flag

This week, Joy and co-host Lilike are at a Pride celebration! These celebrations have taken place since 1969, but the ra... Read more

7 Jun 2023

29mins

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See Joy Dolo at Smash Boom Best LIVE!

See Joy Dolo at Smash Boom Best LIVE!

You know Joy Dolo as your favorite ever host of Forever Ago, but she's also a debater on our sister podcast Smash Boom B... Read more

6 Jun 2023

1min

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Forever Ago History Sound Extravaganza!

Forever Ago History Sound Extravaganza!

Hey, Smarty Pal, want more Forever Ago? Check out this sneak peek of Joy playing a brand new game she just invented that... Read more

5 Jun 2023

1min

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How a freezing summer gave us Frankenstein, bicycles and more

How a freezing summer gave us Frankenstein, bicycles and more

Joy and co-host Asa learn about the year without a summer, and how it led to some amazing inventions! 1816 was a very st... Read more

31 May 2023

32mins

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ZAP! The history of the microwave

ZAP! The history of the microwave

Beep boop ZAP! Did you know that the microwave oven was invented by accident? From space-age luxury item to everyday app... Read more

24 May 2023

29mins

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Way to Play: How Playgrounds Grew Up

Way to Play: How Playgrounds Grew Up

We’re so excited to be back for season THREE of Forever Ago! Join Joy, Elysse, and some talking playground equipment as ... Read more

17 May 2023

36mins

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