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Brains On presents Forever Ago®, a history show for the whole family! Every episode looks into the surprising and fascinating history of things we think are ordinary, but they’re not -- like ice cream flavors, video games, baths and more. We make learning about the past fun while teaching listeners to think critically about history.

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Joy Ali Senna Joy Dolo Maya Brains On

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Nicole Johnson

Nicole Johnson is the Head Official at the Native Youth Olympics in Anchorage, Alaska. She has a background as an instructor and is a former athlete of the games, contributing her expertise to the event and helping to promote youth participation in sports.

Francis Lam

Francis Lam is a renowned food writer and editor, known for his work with publications such as 'The New York Times' and 'Gourmet'. He has a deep passion for culinary storytelling and has hosted various food-related programs, including 'The Splendid Table', where he explores the intersection of food, culture, and community.

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Native Youth Olympics Alaska sporting event students First Things First Bollywood Dadasaheb Phalke Indian cinema musical films history of film mayonnaise history condiment Joy Dolo Maya Francis Lam April Fools Day pranking

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About Forever Ago:
A history show for the whole family! Every episode looks into the surprising and fascinating history of things we think are ordinary, but they’re not -- like ice cream flavors, video games, baths and more.

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0:00 28:47

How teens invented the Native Youth Olympics

April 23, 2025

Joy Ali

Nicole Johnson

Native Youth Olympics Alaska sporting event students First Things First

Forever ago is back with a brand new episode all about the Native Youth Olympics! Join Joy and cohost Ali to learn all about how a group of students in Alaska started a sporting event that today has hundreds of participants! Plus, a brand new game of First Things First!

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Nicole Johnson is the Head Official at the Native Youth Olympics in Anchorage, Alaska. She is also an instructor and former athlete of the games.

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Want to learn more about the Native Youth Olympics?
You can find links to info on the 2025 Native Youth Olympics on their website here including a livestream of the games running April 24-26, 2025!

0:00 27:12

The birth of Bollywood movies

April 16, 2025

Joy Senna

Bollywood Dadasaheb Phalke Indian cinema musical films history of film

Millions of people around the world love to watch the magical, musical, dance-filled films from India. The industry is nicknamed Bollywood. And its roots go back over 100 years, to a silent, black and white movie made by a man named Dadasaheb Phalke. Join Joy and co-host Senna as they explore the life of this pioneering filmmaker, while excavating an ancient video rental store. Plus a binge-worthy First Things First!

This episode is brought to you by Greenlight! Help your kids learn to earn, save, spend wisely, and invest with Greenlight, the debit card and money app for teens. Visit Greenlight.com/inclined .

0:00 29:50

The history and mystery of mayonnaise

April 08, 2025

Joy Dolo Maya

Francis Lam

mayonnaise history condiment Joy Dolo Maya Francis Lam

Host Joy Dolo loves the listeners of Forever Ago – but does she love them enough to do an episode about her nemesis MAYONNAISE??? Yes, yes she does. Joy faces down her least favorite food to learn about the origins of this very popular condiment, and co-host Maya calls in Splendid Table’s Francis Lam to help Joy open her mind to mayo. Plus, a gloopy game of First Things First!

This episode is brought to you by Greenlight! Help your kids learn to earn, save, spend wisely, and invest with Greenlight, the debit card and money app for teens. Visit Greenlight.com/inclined .

0:00 27:24

No Fooling! Forever Ago is back April 9th!

April 01, 2025

Brains On

April Fools Day history pranking

Hey Forever Ago friends! Happy April Fools Day! We’re so excited to be back in your ears with brand new episodes next week, on April 9th! No fooling, we promise!! But we are celebrating by re-releasing our episode all about the history of April Fools Day. Happy Pranking!

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4.5 rating 7271 reviews

USA

4.5 ratings 5700 reviews

Canada

4.5 ratings 736 reviews

Australia

4.4 ratings 427 reviews

UK

4.4 ratings 245 reviews

New Zealand

4.7 ratings 88 reviews

Singapore

4.5 ratings 26 reviews

South Africa

4.4 ratings 26 reviews

Ireland

4.8 ratings 23 reviews