Japan’s supposedly terrible work culture is not a recent trend. Although it was a thing since the 1970s during its glooming days, the country has a history more profound than that. This work culture is one of the strategies for Japan’s economic miracle several times. In this episode, I will discuss the history of the Japanese work culture and how its culture affects itself. When this work culture didn’t help, everyone’s stuff was utterly in question, and the Japanese people questioned their exis...
Sep 03, 2023•15 min•Season 2Ep. 4
What you’ve learned about the Great Pyramid of Giza’s construction is wrong. We have a brief idea of how the Great Pyramid of Giza was built. However, we began to realize something wrong after finding plenty sources from the ancient Egyptians and other experts coming with new theories. Therefore, I decided to provide you with the options and evaluate more of the bigger picture of how the Great Pyramid of Giza was constructed. Sources Used: “An Ancient Papyrus Reveals How the Great Pyramid of Giz...
Jul 06, 2023•22 min•Season 2Ep. 3
I explore the assassination of Theodore Roosevelt. Wonder why did he manage to escape that and deliver a speech? Tap play to find out. Theodore Roosevelt is one of the greatest US presidents. But few get a chance to know more about him. Today, I bring you to learn about Theodore Roosevelt and how he gets to the US presidency. Theodore goes through several things before getting into the assassination. He did things such as establishing some antitrust laws on stopping corporations from John D. Roc...
May 24, 2021•13 min•Season 2Ep. 2
I explore the mystifying life of King Tut. Is it going to be as fascinating as the mummy itself? Tap play to find out. King Tut is the most famous pharaoh in ancient Egypt. But few people in the world get a chance to know about him. Today, I’m bringing you in to find his life. Here, we dive into the early life of King Tut, the background he’s in, and his about his father. Next, King Tut goes through a world where he deals with the legacy of his father at a very young age. After that, we talk abo...
May 04, 2021•12 min•Season 2Ep. 1
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Apr 20, 2021•1 min
I explore the construction of the Eiffel Tower. Is it going to be epic as the tower itself? Tap play to find out. I talk about the process, the criticism, and the reactions. I discuss who is the primary architect, the company, and how the process goes through. During the construction, there is stiff criticism regarding the aesthetics of the tower. Then, there comes the prime showcase of the pillar. After the show, I discuss how the French people reuse the Eiffel Tower throughout the 20th century...
Apr 02, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 11
In this episode of the Weirdest Parts of History, Kevin Trinh explores the Catholic strategies used to control medieval society with an iron fist. He tells the rise of the religion from the days of Rome. There will be strategies used to generate revenue for the Church. And eventually, there comes the Inquisition. But why? Let's find out. Sources Used Boundless. “Boundless World History.” Lumen , Pressbooks, www.courses.lumenlearning.com/boundless-worldhistory/chapter/the-catholic-church/#:~:text...
Mar 24, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In this episode of the Weirdest Parts of History, Kevin Trinh explores the disastrous marriage between Henry of Navarre (eventually Henry IV of France) and Margaret of Valois. He explores what builds up to that point, how did it go, and how does it almost destroy France? There will be a lot of tension between all sides of the French Wars of Religion involved. The French Royal family plans this marriage to ensure peace between the two hostile Christian denominations. However, as you read it, it f...
Mar 10, 2021•13 min•Season 1Ep. 9
In this episode of The Weirdest Parts of History, Kevin Trinh explores the US expedition to Korea and the kingdom of Joseon. He discusses what Joseon is and their policy regarding foreigners. Also, Kevin discusses the man who shakes the situation up and how the Koreans resisted Americans. Then, he tells the effects of Korean decisions on Americans and how impactful it is? However, how did the Koreans combat the Americans? Sources Used We used more, but most of them are unreliable. These are the ...
Feb 22, 2021•11 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In this episode of the Weirdest Parts of History, Kevin Trinh explores the marriage life of a German princess, Augusta of Saxe-Gotha-Altenburg, condensed into a 12-minute episode that anyone, including you, can learn from. He discusses the event in which Augusta vomited her dress. Also, he discusses Augusta's early life, and her situation as the wife of Frederick, Prince of Wales. This includes disastrous childbirth, manipulation, and public controversy. Then, he tells the effects of why marriag...
Feb 16, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Andrew Jackson is a complicated political figure, inside and out. On one side, he's one of the best presidents as he promotes universal suffrage and the will of the common people. But on the other hand, he does terrible decisions such as driving the natives out and ruining the economy. But is he one of the worst presidents ever? Let's find out. Sources used: Benjamin, Kathy. “The Untold Truth Of The Trail Of Tears - Grunge.” Grunge.com , Grunge, 8 June 2020, www.grunge.com/135049/the-untold-trut...
Feb 01, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 6
In this episode, Kevin Trinh explores the death of Elizabeth I of England, condensed into an 11-minute episode that anyone, including you. can learn from. He discusses who is Elizabeth is, what makeup did she use, and how does it affects her. Then, he tells the causes and the effects of the makeup and how it eventually kills her. Is the makeup the sole reason for her death? Some sources used: “10 October 1562 - Elizabeth I Catches Smallpox.” The Tudor Society, 10 Oct. 2018, www.tudorsociety.com/...
Jan 25, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In this episode, Kevin Trinh talks about the state of the pandemic during its hardest year, 2020. Have you wondered if 2020 is the worst year ever? He describes 2020 through the pandemic. Later, he talks about what is good and what is bad in 2020. He compares it to several years, like 2019, 536, 1520, and other years. As you know already, 2020 is a very bad year, but is it the worst ever? Not so fast, and here's why... Here are the sources used in this episode for you guys to learn more. Board, ...
Jan 18, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 4
In this episode of The Weirdest Parts of History, Kevin retells the life of Adolf Hitler and his subsequent rise to power in the historical faction of Germany. He then tells about the mystery of his health and how does it relate to his teeth. He discusses who explored his teeth, what does it contribute to Adolf Hitler, and what causes the mystery. He tells the relations between Germany and another prominent faction in the 20th century and how a leader can make the decisions that it did. Unfortun...
Jan 11, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this episode of The Weirdest Parts of History, Kevin Trinh explores the almost assassination of King Louis XV of France, condensed into an 11-minute episode that anyone, including you, can learn from. He discusses who is the assassin is, what is his motive to kill Louis of France, and how does it affect him. Then, he tells the effects after the assassination and tells a real-world lesson from the event. However, is this really a tragedy? Notes: wN2bKH1ooJATcCCj3ucV Sources used: 08, Samantha ...
Jan 04, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 2
In this first episode of The Weirdest Parts of History, Kevin Trinh explores the history of Christmas, in crisp detail, with straight-to-the-point facts about Christmas. He expresses his opinion of why the origins of Christmas are messed up the way they are and how they contribute to the Christmas we have today. He even takes a look at all of the things that people do before the arrival of Christmas and the traditions leading up to the staples of Christmas. Later, he talks about how the messed u...
Dec 28, 2020•12 min•Season 1Ep. 1
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