Archives and Anchovies
James KulonUncover the forgotten history, bizarre military conflicts, and accidental inventions that shaped our world—told entirely without the dry textbook filter.
Archives and Anchovies is a fast-paced history podcast exploring the strange, critical, and unexpected origins of everyday things. From intense Cold War events and American Revolutionary War secrets to world-changing mishaps, we break down the incredible human stories behind the dates.
Binge-worthy historical deep dives include:
The 1983 Nuclear Close Call: The Soviet officer who single-handedly prevented nuclear war.The Ultimate Survivor: The incredible man who survived both atomic bombs in WWII.The Barbary Coast March: How a small band of Marines marched 500 miles across the desert.Accidental Inventions: The fascinating mistakes that gave us the microwave, dynamite, and more.New episodes drop weekly. Hit subscribe to uncover the hidden side of world history.
I research these stories myself because I think they're worth doing right.
New episodes every Tuesday. Watch the YouTube version with archival imagery at
Everything has a history.
- No. of episodes: 7
- Latest episode: 2025-12-02
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