Episode

Lost Bones

Podcast: The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and Families
Published: Jul 30, 2025
Duration seconds: 1948
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Summary

Composer Joseph Haydn is buried with two skulls. You'll never believe why (hint: it has to do with phrenology). Meanwhile Thomas Paine's bones went missing thanks to an overly enthusiastic fan.