Pepper’s Ghost
by Pepper’s Ghost is an optical illusion that became the toast of Victorian England. Its creator was one of the first celebrity scientists.
The First Movie Star Dog
The first movie star dog was a Collie named Blain, a canine hero for pioneering British film maker Cecil Hepworth.
The Mystery of the Sweating Sickness
In the 16th century a mysterious ‘Sweating Sickness’ ravaged England and changed the course of history. Its cause is still unknown.
When Prince Charles Was on Countdown
In 1977, Prince Charles appeared on Australian music TV show ‘Countdown’. It remains one of the most famous moments in Australian TV history.
Lina Bryans and the Pink Hotel
Lina Bryans was a successful female artist and an independent single mother, at a time when both were less common. She also threw a hell of a party.
When London Was Abandoned
When the Romans left Britain in the 5th century, the city of London was abandoned. It remained empty for 400 years.
The Legend of the Queenscliff Treasure
Southwest of Melbourne, the legend of the Queenscliff treasure has kept people searching for 150 years.
The Surprising History of Arnott’s Shapes
The surprising history of Arnott’s Shapes starts with an adventurous German baker, and a forgotten Australian biscuit company.
Australia’s First Recorded Music
Australia’s first recorded music was a novelty song about chooks, recorded by a bootmaker in rural Victoria.
The History of Film in 11 Technical Advances
Film as a medium is tied to technology. Here is a history of film, seen through 11 technical advances.