Bell's Books and Blog Podcast

January 10, 2025

Bell’s Books and Blog January 10, 2025 — Historic Innovators Who Changed the World!

The latest episode of the Bell’s Books and Blog Podcast, hosted by Jane M. Bell, begins the new year with a fascinating look at three influential inventors: Nikola Tesla, Frederick Jones, and Zhang Heng. Tesla’s pioneering work on alternating current electricity is explored in detail, from his tumultuous life to his influential role in the […]

January 3, 2025

Bell’s Books and Blog January 3, 2025 — Historic New beginnings, Innovation, and Time

The podcast explores the concept of time and its profound connections across history. Host Jane M. Bell traveled through time, discussing the Ellis Island immigration story in America where over 12 million hopeful immigrants aspired for new beginnings. Bell also visited ancient Egypt, explaining how their astronomical observations gave rise to the 24-hour day, influencing […]

December 27, 2024

Bell’s Books and Blog December 27, 2024 — Historic Moments That Reshaped the World!

In the episode of the Bell’s Books and Blog Podcast, host Jane M. Bell explores historical narratives that shaped our world. She begins with the journey of Norse Vikings who established a settlement in North America, named L’Anse aux Meadows, around the year 1021. Shifting to a scientific context, Bell examines the contributions of Marie […]

December 20, 2024

Bell’s Books and Blog December 20, 2024 — A Holiday Season Filled with History

In this episode of the “Bell’s Books and Blog Podcast,” host Jane M. Bell guides listeners on a fascinating exploration of the origin and history of some of our beloved holiday traditions. From nutcrackers and advent calendars to mid-night mass, the podcast looks into their rich backgrounds and evolution over centuries. Jane also discusses the […]

December 13, 2024

Bell’s Books and Blog December 13, 2024 — The History Behind the Holiday Season

In her podcast, Jane M. Bell explores the historical origins of Christmas traditions, spanning from the World War I trenches to Victorian England and ancient Yule festivals. She first recounts the tale of the 1914 Christmas Truce, where soldiers momentarily set aside warfare to celebrate Christmas, symbolizing enduring human connection and shared values among adversity. […]

November 29, 2024

Bell’s Books and Blog November 29, 2024 — The History Behind American Thanksgiving Traditions

In this episode of the Bell’s Books and Blog Podcast, host Jane M. Bell explores the history and traditions of Thanksgiving. She starts with the story of Sarah Josepha Hale who, in addition to authoring ‘Mary Had a Little Lamb’, led a 17-year-long campaign to make Thanksgiving a national holiday. Jane then shifts to the […]

November 22, 2024

Bell’s Books and Blog November 22, 2024 — Hidden Messages in Famous Works of Art

In this episode of Bell’s Books and Blog Podcast, host Jane M. Bell explores theories of hidden messages within world-renowned masterpieces. She kicks off by discussing Leonardo da Vinci’s ‘The Last Supper’, exploring theories of hidden codes, the speculated presence of Mary Magdalene, and a possible secret melody embedded in the art. The journey continues […]

November 16, 2024

Bell’s Books and Blog November 15, 2024 — Famous Disguises and Double Lives

The latest episode of the Bell’s Books and Blog Podcast, hosted by Jane M. Bell, explored intriguing stories of famous disguises and double lives from history. The episode began with the tale of Marie Antoinette’s failed escape attempt during the French revolution, which ultimately led to the demise of the French monarchy. The narrative then […]

November 8, 2024

Bell’s Books and Blog November 8, 2024 — Historic Military Heros

The recent episode of the Bell’s Books and Blog Podcast, hosted by Jane M. Bell, focuses on honoring some profound military heroes in observation of Veterans Day. The spotlighted figures include Dr. Mary Edwards Walker, a Civil War surgeon and the only woman to receive the Medal of Honor, the prowess of the Native American […]

November 1, 2024

Bell’s Books and Blog November 1, 2024 — Politics and Power Plays Through the Ages

In this episode of the Bell’s Books and Blog Podcast, Jane M. Bell explores the historical power plays and betrayals from Ancient Rome to Renaissance Italy. With a deep dive into the political intrigue in Ancient Rome, she unveils the infamous power struggles from Julius Caesar’s assassination to the rise and fall of many emperors […]

October 25, 2024

Bell’s Books and Blog October 25, 2024 — Historic Haunted Locations

In the latest episode of Bell’s Books and Blog Podcast, Jane M. Bell takes listeners on an eerie journey through the histories of three of the most haunted locations around the world: the Tower of London, Salem, Massachusetts, and the Winchester Mystery House. Jane unpacks the rich and dark history surrounding each location, sharing chilling […]

October 18, 2024

Bell’s Books and Blog October 18, 2024 — Historic Hauntings, Curses, and Lost Souls

In this thrilling episode of Bell’s Books and Blog Podcast, host Jane M. Bell explores the haunting tales of Loch Leven Castle in Scotland, Houska Castle in the Czech Republic, and Saint Elizabeths Hospital in Washington D.C. She takes listeners on a spine-chilling journey, revealing stories of spectral apparitions, eerie occurrences, and lost souls lingering […]

October 11, 2024

Bell’s Books and Blog October 11, 2024 — Historical Dark Legends

In this episode of the Bell’s Books and Blog Podcast, Jane M. Bell explores the intriguing world of dark legends and mythologies that have persisted for centuries. She starts by delving into the mesmerizing tale of the Mummy’s Curse, a legend intertwined with the ancient culture of Egypt, discussing the blend of real historical events […]

October 4, 2024

Bell’s Books and Blog October 4, 2024 — Historical Unexplained Phenomena

In this episode of the Bell’s Books and Blog Podcast, Jane M. Bell delves into the mysteries of the Bermuda Triangle, the Wow! Signal, and the Antikythera Mechanism. She explores the unique magnetic anomalies and possible methane hydrates of the Bermuda Triangle, famed for its many unexplained disappearances. Jane discusses the Wow! Signal, an unrepeatable […]

September 27, 2024

Bell’s Books and Blog September 27, 2024 — Historical Lost Treasures

In this episode of Bell’s Books and Blog Podcast, Jane M. Bell takes a captivating journey through history’s lost treasures, exploring mysteries of The Amber Room, S.S. Central America, and the Flor de la Mar. Jane unravels the intriguing history of the Amber Room, lost during World War II, and delves into the tale of […]

September 20, 2024

Bell’s Books and Blog September 20, 2024 — Historical Heists

In this episode of Bell’s Books and Blog Podcast, hosted by Jane M. Bell, listeners are taken on a journey through some of history’s most daring heists. Jane explores the details of the Great Train Robbery of 1963, where a gang of criminals took millions of pounds from a moving train in Britain. She also […]

September 13, 2024

Bell’s Books and Blog September 13, 2024 — Historic Revolutionary Discoveries

In this episode of the Bell’s Books and Blog Podcast, Jane M. Bell discusses three revolutionary discoveries that greatly impacted our understanding of history and science. She begins with the Rosetta Stone, an artifact that helped decipher the enigmatic Egyptian hieroglyphs, shedding light on ancient Egyptian culture, religion, and daily life. Next, Jane dives into […]

September 6, 2024

Bell’s Books and Blog September 6, 2024 — Historic Undercover Operations

In this episode of the Bell’s Books and Blog Podcast, host Jane M. Bell focuses on undercover operations throughout history, starting with the FBI program known as COINTELPRO. This initiative from the 1950s to 1970s aimed to disrupt political organizations deemed ‘dangerous’ or ‘radical,’ leading to controversies about the balance between national security and civil […]

August 30, 2024

Bell’s Books and Blog August 30, 2024 — Famous Forgeries

In the latest episode of the Bell’s Books and Blog podcast, host Jane M. Bell discusses some of the most significant historical forgeries that have fooled the world, shedding light on the deceptive nature of these productions and the grave effects they’ve had on society. The episode kicks off with a deep-dive into the Hitler […]

August 23, 2024

Bell’s Books and Blog August 16, 2024 — Historical Political Intrigue

In this episode of the Bell’s Books and Blog Podcast, Jane M. Bell dives into the world of historical political scandals, covering major stories from the Watergate scandal to the Gunpowder Plot of 1605 to Archduke Ferdinand’s assassination that sparked World War I. Jane provides insightful retrospect on the lasting impact of these events, like […]

August 16, 2024

Bell’s Books and Blog August 16, 2024 — Legendary Figures

In the latest episode of the Bell’s Books and Blog Podcast, hosted by author Jane M. Bell offers listeners a deep dive into the realm of myth, history, and folklore of English tales. She embarks on an exploration of Robin Hood, dissecting the legendary figure’s significance as a symbol of justice and rebellion, highlighting his […]

August 9, 2024

Bell’s Books and Blog August 9, 2024 — Medical Mysteries and Historical Pandemics

The recent episode of Bell’s Books and Blog Podcast, narrated by Jane M. Bell, delves into the gripping tales of the past, touching base on historical espionage and delving deep into three mesmerizing historical events. The podcast begins with the intriguing community feedback about Melita Norwood, a British woman who secretly worked as a Soviet […]

August 2, 2024

Bell’s Books and Blog August 2, 2024 — Espionage Through the Ages

In this episode of the Bell’s Books and Blog Podcast, host Jane M. Bell leads listeners on a thrilling journey through critical espionage moments in history. She introduces listeners to the world of the Cambridge Five, British spies who betrayed their country by passing crucial information to the Soviet Union during the World War II […]

July 25, 2024

Bell’s Books and Blog July 26, 2024 — Lost Cities and Hidden Treasures

In this episode of the Bell’s Books and Blog Podcast, host Jane M. Bell guides listeners on an exploration of legendary lost cities and hidden treasures, beginning with the elusive South American city of gold, El Dorado. Jane outlines the traditional origins of the city and the various theories spawned over centuries in attempts to […]

July 18, 2024

Bell’s Books and Blog July 19, 2024 — Hidden Codes and Secret Societies

In this episode of the Bell’s Books and Blog Podcast, host Jane M. Bell delves into the intriguing world of hidden codes and secret societies. She explores the mysterious Priory of Sion, a secret society dating back to the First Crusade, whose modern mythos was largely shaped by a 1960s hoax. Jane also discusses the […]

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