Episode

S1E1 - Ancient Greek Fossil Frenzy

Podcast: History Snacks
Published: Feb 18, 2026
Duration seconds: 1029
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Summary

Did you know the Ancient Greeks found fossils? But they didn't know they were fossils. Surely they couldn't be... the bones of heroes? In this episode we encounter myth and history, confusing prophesies, ancient animals, chatty blacksmiths, and the glory of Sparta.