Judy Garland’s tragic search beyond the rainbow
To listen to this post, click here – On this day in 1939 the film Wizard of Oz premiered at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, Hollywood. Millions... Read More
Japanese admit defeat in WW II – some later than others
To listen to this post, click here – On this day in 1945 Japan surrendered unconditionally to end the Second World War in the Far... Read More
Joni Mitchell takes a taxi
To listen to this post, click here – On this day in 1907, the first motorised taxicab was licensed in New York City. It is... Read More
Henry Ford does it ‘to a T’
To listen to this post, click here – On this day in 1908 Henry Ford introduced the Model T Ford, the first mass produced car.... Read More
Thermopylae, where the Spartans made themselves immortal
To listen to this post, click here – On this day in 480 BC the battle of Thermopylae took place. A narrow pass some fifty... Read More
Mozart’s lavatory humour
To listen to this post, click here – On this day in 1787, Mozart completed his Eine Kleine Nachtmusik, one of his most delightful pieces.... Read More
Philip Larkin, poet of low expectations
To listen to this post, click here – On this day in 1922 Philip Larkin, poet, writer and librarian was born. Dubbed the poet... Read More