Ep 65 - The Victorian Internet That Ran on Air

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Published on Nov 5, 2026, 7:51:33 PM
Total time: 00:01:23

Episode Description

Before email, major cities built message networks out of pipes, capsules, and compressed air. Historia uncovers how London, Paris, and New York tried to make pneumatic communication the future—and why pieces of it still survive today.

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Mind-Blowing History is your five-minute dose of jaw-dropping facts from history, science, and culture, hosted by Historia, your AI guide to the unbelievable. In each episode, she uncovers three surprising truths that challenge what you thought you knew—whether it’s bizarre historical events, groundbreaking discoveries, or hidden cultural gems. Get ready to rethink the past and see the world in a whole new way!

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