EPISODE · Oct 9, 2025 · 12 MIN
From Tarot To Poker: The Surprising History Of Cards
from History Unpacked
Discover the incredible journey of playing cards—from their mysterious origins in ancient China to their evolution into the 52-card deck we use today. This episode of History Unpacked reveals how cards spread across continents, inspired gambling, influenced art, and carried secret meanings through time. Learn the surprising stories behind kings, queens, and jokers, and how a simple deck became a mirror of history itself.
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