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History of Beer - Barbarian Brew - Extra History - #2

Beer was the drink of the fertile crescent of Egypt and North Africa. The beverage ruled the ancient world until it was conquered by the same enemy that menaced all of Europe... The Romans... Who had a strong wine culture since the drink was considered synonymous with civilization. So, how exactly did beer survive in history?

Missed an Episode?  Part 1 - Building a Civilization | Part 2 - 2022-03-25 17:30:59 +0000 UTC View Post

POLL: Pick the Next Extra History Series! "Women in History"

It's time for the Extra History poll! Where you get to vote on what our next extra History Series is about. Our four Patreon suggested topics are listed below.

The Radium Girls

Something is wrong with the women who work at the United States Radium Corporation in Orange, New Jersey. Factory-line workers, they're responsible for the fine detail work of applying luminescent paint to the numbers and hands of watches sold to the US military, so troops can tell tim...

Confessions of a Licensed Video Game Developer

Ever wonder why most licensed games don't live up to all the hype? Game Developer Eddie Webb discusses the challenges associated with designing a game around an IP. Confessing all the gritty details of why these games might not please the fans and may be under-produced.

Looking for more episodes on game design?  Then try out the links below!

2022-03-22 17:35:01 +0000 UTC View Post

History of Beer - Building a Civilization - Extra History - #1

Just how old IS beer? Join us as we dive into Part 1 of the History of Beer and the civilization that has been built around it. Starting from the neolithic era and the theories on how it was invented. To the ancient recipes that were found in the Goddess Ninkasi ruins. The history of beer has a long and bountiful past, so grab a pint and have a seat!

Missed an Episode?  Part 1 - Building a Civilization | ...

So You Haven't Read Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi?

So You Haven't Read Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi? This comic is about growing up in Iran during the tumultuous 1980s and the Islamic Revolution. Following the author's real-life events and sharing parts of her childhood to remind people that "No country should be judged by its most extreme citizens".

Interested in more "So You Haven't Read" Episodes?  Then try out the links below! 2022-03-15 17:31:00 +0000 UTC View Post

♫ "Independência do Brasi" - Empire of Brazil - Extra History Music

Watch the video HERE and download the song below!

Empire of Brazil - LIES - Extra History Wrap Up!

Welcome Extra Historians to Lies, where we talk about the mistakes we made and the details we couldn't quite squeeze into our Empire of Brazil series. With questions like, What's up with that pocket chicken? What happened during that insane bottle war? And what do the colors on Brazil's flag represent?

Recommended Reading for this series:

Brazil: A Biography by Lilia M. Schwarcz and Heloisa M. Starling | 2022-03-11 18:31:00 +0000 UTC View Post

The History of Medicine 4k Poster

Hello, You Amazing Patreon Members!!!

David Hueso has created YET ANOTHER amazing piece of art for all of you. His inspiration is our History of Medicine one-off series! If you like the poster you can download it below.

and if you missed out on the Series here are some links to check out!

Götz of the Iron Hand&nb...

Mary Toft: The Women Who Gave Birth to Rabbits

Mary Toft, Mother of Rabbits! First of her name and executioner to the medical community who was obsessed with the Maternal Impression Theory. It's true that pregnancy was a mystery to modern-day medicine not so long ago. Leading to medical myths and harmful runaway media campaigns. Which is perhaps are more common in today's society than we think.

Interested in more Episodes?  Then try ou...

Extra History Suggestion Survey is OPEN until 3/9

Hello, You Amazing Patreon Members!

Our next theme is Great Women in History! Any topics with those amazing ladies that have influenced the ages is permitted. You can enter your suggestions HERE.

Some notes about suggestions:

• If a suggestion we encounter only has enough research materi...
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Why Time Loops Work Best in Video Games

Time loops can be seen in TV,  Movies like Groundhog Day, and video games like Majora’s Mask but what we really want to know is who did it best? Or rather, what's the best way to experience it.

Looking for more episodes on game design?  Then try out the links below!

The Pandemic is Killing Board Games | 2022-03-01 18:30:05 +0000 UTC View Post

Empire of Brazil - Breaking Bonds - Extra History - #5

Philadelphia, May 10th 1876. Prosperous and stable, Brazil has gained international respect as a second great American power but at home in Brazil, people were no longer cheering for Pedro II. Brazils' many social issues had been neglected and left unsolved and war was on the horizon. A long and deadly Paraguayan War, which would change the people of Brazil forever.

Missed an Episode?  Part 1 - Runaway Monarch&nbs...

Twitch Streams and Our Nexus Store

Hello lovely Patreon Members!

Not sure if you all are aware but we run some pretty fantastic shows on Twitch!

Some of which are:

Extra Breakfast, Mondays @11AM EST - Where Will and Matt talk about the latest and greatest news happening in the gaming industry!

2022-02-24 18:31:00 +0000 UTC View Post

Cleopatra 4k Poster

Hello Lovely Patreon Members!!!

David Hueso has created YET ANOTHER amazing piece of art for all of you. His inspiration comes from our Cleopatra Series! If you like the poster you can download it below.

and if you missed out on our Cleopatra Series here are the links!

Part 1 -  A Drunken Bet | Part 2 - ...

POLL: Pick the Next Extra History Series! "History of the African Continent up to 1920"

It's time for the Extra History poll! Where you get to vote on what our next extra History Series is about. Our four Patreon suggested topics are listed below.

Kingdom of Dahomey: Amazons and Atlantic Trade

In the 18th and 19th centuries, European slave traders became fascinated by a coastal African kingdom in what is now Benin, largely because of its corpse of female soldiers they dubbed the "Dahomey Amazons." But the explosive Kingdom of Dahomey was notable for ...

Long Way Down - So You Haven't Read - Jason Reynolds

So you haven't read "Long Way Down" by Jason Reynolds?  It's a story of REVENGE or more like the personal journey someone must take when seeking revenge. As our young antagonist's brother has been shot and they're faced with a heavy choice to make after his death, in this young adult fiction novel that is breaking the molds. Using free verse, which is like a stand-alone poem, and cleaver structure elements to inspire the reader to think for themselves in this story.

2022-02-22 18:31:00 +0000 UTC View Post

Empire of Brazil - The Anarchy - Extra History - #4

Rio De Janeiro, April 7th, 1831. The crowds are celebrating as Emperor Pedro I has abdicated the throne and left for Portugal. The Brazillian people are overjoyed to see the native-born and raised Pedro II take power but will this 15-year-old boy be able to calm the rising tension and unite the people?

Missed an Episode?  Part 1 - Runaway Monarch | Part 2 - 2022-02-18 18:30:01 +0000 UTC View Post

Maya Angelou - Voice of the Voiceless - Extra History

London England Dec 3rd 1968, Maya Angelou sits in her hotel room, reliving her past and writing her autobiography, "I know why the caged bird sings". A book that will sell over 4 million copies and change the way we see the struggles of women, minority communities, and reinventing how autobiographies are written. Her legacy built on giving a voice to the voiceless.

Interested in more Episodes? ...

The Pandemic is Killing Board Games! - A Tabletop Extinction Level Event - Extra Credits

Did you know the tabletop game industry is having an extinction-level event? With small and even large publishers like IDW Games stepping out of the industry due to the paperpocolypse, the rising cost of shipping, containers left sitting at port, and the pandemic eating into convention sales. It's shaken the industry to the core and who will make it out of the fray?

Looking for more episodes on...

Empire of Brazil - Family Drama - Extra History #3

Rio De Janeiro, November 12th, 1823.  It's the early hours of the morning and Brazil's Constitutional assembly is in crisis! Originally formed to choose which Portuguese laws would apply to Brazil. The assembly has decided that instead, they will draft a Brazillian constitution. With the Brazillian party wanting to restrain the power of the monarchy and the rival Portuguese party wanting greater royal power, Emporer Pedro had to step in. Ensuing what is now called The Night of Agony.

Extra History Suggestion Survey is OPEN to 2/17

Our theme for January & February is African History! Any topics that involve Africa or the history of the African Continent up to 1920 can be suggested. 

Some notes about suggestions:

• If a suggestion we encounter only has enough research material/production scope for a one-off episode instead of a full series, we file it in a separate list to reference later when we are planning to schedule a one-off episode between series (this is true for every su...
  2022-02-10 18:30:59 +0000 UTC View Post

A Midsummer Nights Dream - So You Haven't Read - William Shakespeare

Ready for some fairy-inspired drama? Then, A Midsummer Nights Dream has got you covered! As Oberon King of the Faires cooks up a plan to win the love of Titania, the Fairy Queen. This seems pretty simple at first but quickly becomes complicated as Puck is instructed to meddle in the affairs of humans. After all, the course of true love never runs smooth!

Interested in more "So You Ha...

Empire of Brazil - Independence or DEATH! - Extra History #2

Rio de Janeiro, November 6th, 1817. Today is something Brazil has never seen before, a royal wedding! Prince Pedro I, son of John VI, has just met his wife, the Austrian archduchess Maria Leopoldina. Who is clever,  sincere, and has prepared herself for this new world.  Learning her seventh language, Portuguese, and bringing with her a collection of interesting plants and minerals to introduce to Brazil. However, this marks the beginning of a struggle between the ruling powers of Po...

End of the Samurai 4k Poster

Hello Patreon Members!!! 

David Hueso has created YET ANOTHER amazing piece of art for all of you. His inspiration is our End of the Samurai Series! If you like the poster you can download it below.

and if you missed out on the End of the Samurai Series here are the links! 

Part 1 - Black Ships  | P...

New Pin of the Month, Store Restocks and Discounts!

Hello Everyone! 

Our Pin of the Month is Ibn Battuta! Which was voted on by our lovely Patreon members and can be found at our storefront HERE! Along with restocks and preorders of our "Always Have a Plan" gear. 

And as a special gift, we've also bumped up our Patreon discount in the store...

Don't be a Victim of Dark Patterns! - Game Design - Extra Credits

Are you a victim of Dark Patterns?!? Dark patterns are being used in video games and subscription-based services but what is the line between helping players out in a game and intentionally or unintentionally obscuring, subverting, or impairing a players' autonomy, decision-making, or choice? Find out in our latest dive into video game design in Extra Credits!

Looking for more episodes on game...

Empire of Brazil - Runaway Monarch - Extra History #1

Lisbon, Portugal, November 30th, 1807. Napoleon’s troops have entered the city, and the unthinkable has happened. The House of Braganza has fled! Ships that carry the queen and prince regent can be seen in the distance and the whole court has abandoned the heart of their empire. Fleeing into exile and reestablishing its rule in its wildest and largest imperial territories, Brazil.

Missed an Episode?  Part 1 - Runawa...

Pride & Prejudice - So You Haven't Read - Jane Austen

So you haven't read Pride & Prejudice the classic novel by Jane Austen? Well, you're in for a treat as this female author has written an amazing satire with cutting humor on the 19th-century social convention. Featuring a young outspoken Elizabeth Bennet, whose mother is obsessed with her marrying a well-to-do gentleman, and Mr. Darcy, a wealthy and seemingly arrogant would-be-suitor.

Inter...

Q&A livestream next week, January 30th at 6pm Pacific Time

It's the first Q&A of the year and we will be doing our Livestream with Matt [showrunner], Rob [Extra History writer], R. Kevin [So You Haven't Read writer] and Kat [ Social Media Director]. 

It will start January 30th at 6pm Pacific time (GMT - 7) and you can sign up for the event HERE. Once you're on the page make sure to post your questions a...