The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and Families · Mick Sullivan

Important Animals in History Vol. 1

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Mozart was shocked to hear a starling perfectly mimic a secret melody he had composed.

This episode explores the stories of animals who left their mark on history, featuring Clara the touring rhinoceros who inspired European fashion, Mozart's melody-mimicking pet starling, and the real-life aggressive whale that inspired Herman Melville's 'Moby-Dick'. It's a family-friendly narrative that connects animal behavior to major historical and artistic moments.

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