Episode 37: The Hope Diamond

Ciphers, cosmology, cryptology — oh my! This long-awaited episode delves into the pages and the mystery of what some have called the most mysterious manuscript in the world: the Voynich Manuscript, now in the collection of the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library at Yale Uni ...  عرض المزيد

Come to learn about the life of Isabella Stewart Gardner and her museum, stay in spite of the purring and the ludicrous number of chimneys. C’est mon plaisir. See images and sources over at StuffAboutThingsPodcast.com. And if you're feeling spicy, you can buy Lindsay (that's me) ...  عرض المزيد

For centuries, the Hope Diamond has haunted history with its timeless beauty and its sinister legends. Over the years, it fell into ownership of kings, queens, socialites, and celebrity jewelers, many of whom were supposedly touched by its curse, and met tragic fates. While th ...

The Hope Diamond, with its mesmerizing blue hue, has captivated imaginations for centuries. But this stunning gem is more than just a jewel—it's steeped in history, mystery, and tales of an infamous curse. Who wore it, who coveted it, and what secrets does it hold? Tonight, follo ...  عرض المزيد

The Hope Diamond is one of the most iconic items in the Smithsonian's collections, but this glittering gem is rumored to have a dark side. French monarchs, an heiress, and at least one unlucky postman have met misfortune after possessing it—though does that really constitute a ...

The Hope Diamond is one of the most famous jewels in the world, but its beauty hides a chilling past. From its origins in India to its journey through the hands of kings, queens, and the wealthy elite, this mysterious blue gem has been followed by a legacy of misfortune. Some say ...  عرض المزيد