99 episodes

This history podcast tells the story of Belgium's history, in a non-chronological order. Every two weeks, we'll cover Belgian history and take the bits and pieces we like, to entertain and inform the listeners.
Our place on the web: rhob.be

Random History of Belgium M. Van den Eynde

    • History
    • 4.6 • 43 Ratings

This history podcast tells the story of Belgium's history, in a non-chronological order. Every two weeks, we'll cover Belgian history and take the bits and pieces we like, to entertain and inform the listeners.
Our place on the web: rhob.be

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    Episode 138 is probably the fianl episode of this series on the history of Belgium

    • 14 min
    Belgian social security - final part 4

    Belgian social security - final part 4

    EP137: In part 4 on the history of Belgian social security, we'll look at the post WWII situation on how both the pension and unemployment system evolved from the blueprint laid out by one of the main pioneers in social security Mr. Fuss. We will also look at the evolution of the RVA and much more.

    • 45 min
    Belgian social security (part 3)

    Belgian social security (part 3)

    EP136: In part 3 on the history of Belgian social security, we'll go over the interbellum, the two World Wars and the government organized social systems like NDAW.

    • 48 min
    Belgian social security (part 2)

    Belgian social security (part 2)

    In EP135 of the Random history of Belgium, continues the journey through the history of our social security system. We look at child labor, factories, healthcare, the first large street battles and protests, but also the first laws protecting the workers.

    • 45 min
    Belgian social security (part 1)

    Belgian social security (part 1)

    In EP134 of the Random history of Belgium, we start a multi part journey, looking at the early versions of social protection, funds and charities for workers, before and during the industrial revolution.
    We'll track the origins of our social security systems and their history.

    • 46 min
    Hendrik Conscience

    Hendrik Conscience

    EP133 - We look at the life and work of our most renowned author Hendrik Conscience. His career and impact, the way he forged his own language and legacy, the marketing and symbolism and some insights about the square in Antwerp named after him.

    • 56 min

Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
43 Ratings

43 Ratings

laaaaasa ,

A must for curious visitors

I spent a week in Belgium and needed info on all things Belgium: history, languages, foods —what do I need to know about waffles, chocolate, and beer? And also what’s the deal with the Atomium and the Mannekin Pis? I found all my answers here. These are enjoyable, easy to understand and yet very informative. Perfect for a non-European visitor that doesn’t have strong knowledge of European history.

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Awesome podcast

Keep eating the waffles!

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