An Ounce - For Your Consideration
Discover hidden stories from history—bite-sized, clever tales that challenge what you thought you knew. At An Ounce, we uncover the little moments that quietly changed everything, surprising truths, and fascinating facts you won’t hear elsewhere. I’m Jim Fugate—retired firefighter, lifelong learner, and an outside-the-box thinker who loves sharing history’s hidden gems. These quick, engaging stories don’t take themselves too seriously, won’t steal your precious time, and might just make you feel a little bit smarter. I hope you’ll join a community of curious minds who enjoy a fresh take on history—where conversation is always open and everyone’s invited.
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A deadly fog. A city caught off guard. Over 12,000 lives lost—and barely a whisper. In December 1952, London was smothered by a yellow fog so thick it stopped traffic, filled hospitals, and choked the breath from thousands. No alarms. No evacuation. Just cold air, coal smoke, and silence. This episode of An Ounce foll
Take a brief glimpse into how ordinary items can become a real treasure! This short video shows how things like old toys and collectible memorabilia can be worth a lot of money today. Find out what"s special about finding priceless antiques! #historytoday #shortswhatsappstatusvideos What if the junk you tossed in the
What if 11 days just disappeared? It happened in 1752. This video explains the lost days, the daylight savings time connection, and why we still struggle with time today. Discover how a calendar change shook the world—missing wages, confused farmers, shifted birthdays, and even George Washington’s “new” birthday. Fro
Orrin Porter Rockwell, bodyguard to Joseph Smith and feared legend of the American West. He is ‘Mormon’ (LDS) folk hero; is a historical legend, and was said to be invincible—as long as he never cut his hair. But in 1855, he picked up a pair of scissors. Why? This episode reveals a stunning moment of tenderness from a
Was Albert Einstein’s brilliance a solo act… or was someone quietly working beside him—only to be forgotten by history? In this episode of An Ounce, we uncover the story of Mileva Marić: Einstein’s first wife, a brilliant physicist, and possibly the uncredited partner behind one of the greatest scientific breakthrough
Was James Bond based on a real person? Meet the spies, heroes, and eccentrics who helped inspire Ian Fleming"s iconic 007-then find out why none of them quite fit the tux. ________________________________________ Full Description: What if James Bond wasn"t just fiction? In this episode of An Ounce, we dive into the re