Compendium Trivia

Mickey Bortel

Compendium Trivia is your one-stop shop for lesser-known, fascinating facts from the world of history and geography. If you enjoy pub quizzes and browsing through Wikipedia articles at night, this show is for you!

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  1. Republic of the Monks

    15/04/2025

    Republic of the Monks

    In this episode of Compendium Trivia, we travel to Greece, where a monk-controlled enclave quietly rivals the Vatican! 🏔️ Welcome to Mount Athos — a place where: 🕵️‍♂️ Russian spy games might be part of the daily prayers... 🎨 The monks once befriended an Austrian painter during WWII (yes, that one) 🚫 Women are banned — unless they know how to catch a mouse! Curious yet? Tune in now on your favorite podcast platform. Link in the comments!

    15 phút
  2. Game of Sultans

    31/03/2025

    Game of Sultans

    Discover the unique monarchy system of Malaysia! 👑 In this episode of Compendium Trivia, we dive into the fascinating world of Malaysia’s kings 👑—how they’re chosen, the Game of Thrones-style power plays behind the scenes, and the wild controversies that have rocked the monarchy. ❓ What’s the link between Malaysia sultan and Russian reality show? ⛳ Which king turned a golf club into a deadly weapon? Tune in for a thrilling dive into the fascinating world of Malaysian royals! 🎙️

    15 phút
  3. French Rendezvous in Rio

    17/03/2025

    French Rendezvous in Rio

    In this episode of Compendium Trivia, we dig into the forgotten history of France’s short-lived attempt to create a colony in the heart of Brazil. Tune in as we unravel the forgotten story of this bold venture, the struggles it faced, and why it ultimately collapsed. Turns out, even the finest French cheese couldn't handle the tropical conditions—and neither could their plans!

    14 phút
  4. Caribbean Kings and Emperors

    10/03/2025

    Caribbean Kings and Emperors

    In this episode of Compendium Trivia, we dive into the fascinating and often turbulent history of Haiti's monarchy. Learn how the slave revolution gave birth to the first modern Black nation and why Haiti's experiment with kings and emperors was marked by ambition, intrigue, and dramatic turns. Why were enslaved people in Haiti forced to wear muzzles? How did an American soldier become the last emperor of Haiti? Join us as we uncover this captivating yet little-known history at the heart of the Caribbean.

    17 phút
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Compendium Trivia is your one-stop shop for lesser-known, fascinating facts from the world of history and geography. If you enjoy pub quizzes and browsing through Wikipedia articles at night, this show is for you!

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    Mickey Bortel
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