In this episode of History Happened Everywhere, Pete and Ryan uncover the jaw-dropping story of how a sleepy desert outpost transformed into a modern global capital—powered by ambition, engineering, and... well, fuel.
Meet the visionary leader who quite literally bridged the gap between water and sand. Marvel at the extraordinary effort it took to build a world-class port from nothing. And brace yourself for the moment a humble British toilet nearly brought the entire project to a screeching halt.
Oh—and if you've ever wondered how many grains of sand are in the desert, or how to whip up a gourmet meal in the middle of nowhere… you're in the right place.
This is history with heat. Don’t miss it.

When a peanut farmer takes on a parasitic menace, history gets weird — in the best way possible. In this episode of History Happened Everywhere, Pete and Ryan head to Sudan between 1995 and 2000, where a relentless ex-president declared war… on a worm. They also sit down with humanitarian Roberta Gately, who shares firsthand stories of delivering first aid in the toughest conditions. Along the way, they uncover Sudan’s curious love affair with pointy buildings, dive into its turbulent past, and trace the unexpected origins of the first aid kit. It’s survival, history, and obsession like you’ve never heard before!

Pete and Ryan are back with another deep dive into the weird and wonderful corners of history! This time, they’re off to Southeast Asia, searching for anything remotely psychological from ten million years ago. So, kick back on the therapist’s couch and let your worries drift away as they uncover why bears might need an iPad, how ancient apes handled anxiety, and what elephants have to do with annulling marriages!

It’s a milestone moment — Pete and Ryan celebrate their 100th episode of History Happened Everywhere! With all of history and the whole world to explore, where will their journey take them? From sun-soaked islands to a hidden mountain town, they uncover tales of banana empires, rum-soaked escapades, and even encounters with packs of hungry wolves. Don’t miss this special celebratory episode!

It’s a milestone moment—Pete and Ryan celebrate their 100th episode of History Happened Everywhere! With all of history and the whole world to explore, where will their journey take them? From sun-soaked islands to a hidden mountain town, they uncover tales of banana empires, rum-soaked escapades, and even encounters with packs of hungry wolves. Don’t miss this special celebratory episode!

Stop! In the name of the podcast! Pete and Ryan are laying down the law on 15th-century Moldavia. Was Stephen so great, or did he have a few skeletons in his court? Join us as we arrest the quirks of medieval justice, judge the man behind the crown, and find out why handcuffs and marriage came hand-in-hand. It's a criminally good time you won't want to miss!

Pete and Ryan head off to Libya to discover the topic of parenting. Learn how the nation mobilised against attack by Darth Vader, discover the remarkable ups and downs of the murderous Karamanli family, and find out why you might find a lot of White Fathers in North Africa.

We’re off to discover darkness in Venezuela during 1967. Discover the beauty of the land and the people. Find out the makes Venezuela a fount of beauty, experience the terror of a temblor in the dark of night, and meet the Amazonian tribe at the heart of an ongoing anthropological argument.

Pete and Ryan have a root around Costa Rica to discover the wonder of plants. Discover the world’s most dangerous tree. Trek to the volcanic home of the ancient and mighty Kapok. And find out why some folk in Costa Rica might expect someone to spit in their beer!

We're off to the Netherlands to learn about sculpture. Discover the statue that inspired anarchists. Find out how Dutch pharmacists lured customers with wooden heads. Plus, meet Barry!

This week Pete and Ryan head to central Africa to uncover tales of magic in Burundi. Find out why you shouldn’t go swimming in Burundi, and why going for a jog might cause a run-in with the police. Meet the doctor whose wartime mercy mission to Africa saved countless lives. And discover the sound of the sacred drums of Burundi which might, when you listen, sound strangely familiar.

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