It Happened

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It Happened

History is filled with more than just names and dates; it is defined by the moments where everything changed. It Happened is a narrative history podcast hosted by Kevin Crater, dedicated to the stories that textbooks often gloss over.From the adrenaline of high-stakes heists to the tragedy of forgotten disasters and the strategy of military history, each episode dives deep into a specific event. Entertaining, informative, and always true to the story—this is It Happened.

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    Learning to Count to 10

    Why do we count the way we do? And how decided that was how we should do it? From ancient Sumer to the French Revolution, people have been trying to figure out the best way to keep track of the world.The Mystery of Science CHEMISTRY out now!The Mystery of Science Facebook PAGEIt Happened Show page HERE

  2. 18

    The 7 Mile Journey

    Nowhere to go but up!Find out how modern meteorology started with a harrowing balloon flight.Check out The Mystery of Science and their FacebookAnd our Facebook page!!!

  3. 17

    The Glomar Response or; How to Raise a Submarine

    "Can neither Confirm, nor Deny"...The origin of this response is a wild story. Check out the links below to help the show!The Mystery of Science and their FB PAGEShows Podcast HERE

  4. 16

    The Death of Stalin

    Stalin might have survived longer, if weren't for himself.Please rate us wherever you listen, it helps a TON!!!Visit our FB PAGE to follow along.Visit The Mystery of Science to learn more.And their Facebook Page HERE.

  5. 15

    America's Most Famous Sniper: The White Feather

    In this episode we learn about the amazing feats of The White Feather, Gunnery Sergeant Carlos Hathcock. Visit The Mystery of Science TODAYAnd the Facebook Page HEREVisit the Shows FB Page HERE

  6. 14

    Yuri Gagarin: The First to Orbit

    The first human to Orbit the planet, Russian Yuri Gagarin was born for it!Follow the FB Page HERECheck out our Sponsor The Mystery of Science, and FB Page

  7. 13

    The Molasses Tidal Wave

    A sticky, sweet wall of destruction on todays episode.Go to The Mystery of Science Today!!!Here is our Facebook PageThanks for listening, and share it with a friend if you enjoyed!!!

  8. 12

    Viper vs Aardvark

    All it takes to change the world, is the willingness to do it. We learn about John Boyd and how he took on the Military brass, and won.The Mystery of Science WebsiteFacebook PageShow Facebook Page

  9. 11

    Ye Olde Pub and the German Who Didn't Shoot

    What happened over the skies of Europe that cause enemies to be kind? We find out the incredible story of the German who didn't shoot.Check out The Mystery Of Science WebsiteVisit our Facebook Page

  10. 10

    The Mountain Meadows Massacre

    What Happened between some settlers and some Mormons? A tragic and horrible chapter in American history is explored in this episode.Check out the Facebook Page HereAnd don't forget to look at The Mystery of Science Curriculum today!

  11. 9

    Animals at War

    What do animals have to do with war? Sometimes, quite a bit!Find out more on this episode.And check out The Mystery Of Science HERE

  12. 8

    The Missingest Man in New York

    What really happened to Judge Crater in 1930's New York?We talk about my relative who went missing almost 100 years ago, and was never found.Check out the BEST homeschool curriculum you've ever seen HERE

  13. 7

    The Man Who Knew Too Much

    What would you do if you were right, but people still rejected you? If you saved countless lives, but were ran out of town? Find out what happened to Ignaz Semmelweiss in this episode.Check out The BEST home school curriculum HERE

  14. 6

    The Man Who Knew Too Little

    Just HOW did the Berlin Wall Fall? Or maybe a better question is, why? Explore with me today in this episode of It Happened!

  15. 5

    The Silent Period

    What Happened to the Jewish nation after God stopped speaking to them through Prophets? We explore the Silent Period today, and what happened during that time.Check out the YouTube Video of Luc HERE

  16. 4

    The Toronto Fireman Riots and The Creation of a Fire Dept

    Just how did they put out fires 'back in the day'? And why fight over it? Hear the wild story of the founding of the Toronto Fire Dept.

  17. 3

    Lake Cow Bacon

    Were Hippo's ever REALLY going to be brought to America? The real story of how it almost happened.

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    Trailer

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

History is filled with more than just names and dates; it is defined by the moments where everything changed. It Happened is a narrative history podcast hosted by Kevin Crater, dedicated to the stories that textbooks often gloss over.From the adrenaline of high-stakes heists to the tragedy of forgotten disasters and the strategy of military history, each episode dives deep into a specific event. Entertaining, informative, and always true to the story—this is It Happened.

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Kevin Crater

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