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A live-streamed history/educational/comedy show with Ariel and Alex, the cofounders of Secret Loft, a performing arts venue in NYC. Ariel is a professional aerialist, Alex is a software engineer with a PhD in Electrical Engineering. Every week we cover a new topic, giving you memorable, funny anecdotes that you can use to charm your friends and family.

  1. 07/23/2022

    Category Is: The History of Drag - Part 2

    This week we're continuing to talk about the history of Drag, from the NYC Ball Scene to Ru Paul and the story behind Drag Race.

    45 min
  2. Category Is: The History of Drag - Part 1

    07/09/2022

    Category Is: The History of Drag - Part 1

    This week we're talking about the history of Drag, from ancient Greek dramas to Shakespearean actors to the New York City ballroom scene. This episode is part 1 of 2, ending with Paris is Burning. Check out next week to learn about Ru Paul and the story behind Drag Race.

    46 min
  3. The Ultimate Guide to Shade(s)

    06/26/2022

    The Ultimate Guide to Shade(s)

    This week we're talking about the history, rating, and culture of sunglasses!

    39 min
  4. All Your Burning Questions About Sunscreen Answered

    06/20/2022

    All Your Burning Questions About Sunscreen Answered

    This week we're talking about the history, science, and myths of sunscreen. You should be wearing it every time you go in the sun, but do you know how it works, how it's tested, and what kinds are the most effective?

    47 min
  5. A Cold Treat to Beat the Summer Heat: The History of Ice Cream

    06/05/2022

    A Cold Treat to Beat the Summer Heat: The History of Ice Cream

    This week we're talking about the history of ice cream, from the ancient Persians to Nero, from Marco Polo to Ben and Jerry.

    1h 15m

  6. 05/31/2022

    You Must Be This Tall To Ride: The History of Amusement Parks and Rides, Including Disneyland and Coney Island

    This week we're talking about the history of amusement parks, from Renaissance Faires and Pleasure Gardens to American Amusement Parks. We discuss theme parks like Disney Land, Six Flags and Universal Studios, and America's best and worst amusement parks, Cedar Point and Action Park. We've even got a couple asides about carousels and the physics of roller coasters.

    1h 30m
  7. Renaissance Men: The Story of the original Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael and Michelangelo, and their patrons the Medici

    05/24/2022

    Renaissance Men: The Story of the original Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael and Michelangelo, and their patrons the Medici

    This week we're talking about the Italian Renaissance and the lives of some of history's most famous sculptors and painters.

    1h 14m
  8. Sweet Dreams Are Made of Z's: The Science and History of Sleep

    05/17/2022

    Sweet Dreams Are Made of Z's: The Science and History of Sleep

    This week we're talking about the science and history of sleep! Ariel will give some tips for falling asleep at night, while Alex will spend part of the episode almost dozing off because he has a cold. Turn this one up and get some rest!

    1h 2m
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A live-streamed history/educational/comedy show with Ariel and Alex, the cofounders of Secret Loft, a performing arts venue in NYC. Ariel is a professional aerialist, Alex is a software engineer with a PhD in Electrical Engineering. Every week we cover a new topic, giving you memorable, funny anecdotes that you can use to charm your friends and family.

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  • Creator
    Secret Loft
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    71
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Secret Loft
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