Sports Talk radio is an unlikely source for recommendations to enlightening and educational listening. Yet based on a hearty review by The Ticket’s Bob Sturm, co-host of Bad Radio in Dallas TX, I have decided to give the BBC’s podcasts of “History Of The World In 100 Objects” a tumble.
Of the few I have heard, these little programs are quite listenable, enjoyable, informative, and at about 14 minutes not a huge investment of time.
One episode’s subject is a 2500+ year old bronze Chinese bell, which leads to discussion of Confucius, and his philosophies on music, harmony, and civilized societies. Another is about a mask from the Olmec’s of central Mexico, and elements of their existence.
These podcasts are free downloads off iTunes. So far it appears only 30 have been published, easy to catch up on, and there are 70 to go – something to look forward to. Get some and expand the little gray cells into a big brain.
PS I’d rate The Ticket radio station in Dallas as PG-16. I know it doesn’t go that high but that’s about it. It can be the home of Radio Buffoonery as well as hot sports opinions. On either side, I am a fan.