Did You Know? is the podcast that uncovers remarkable, lesser-known stories that challenge what we think we know about history. Each episode takes you on a journey into the surprising, the overlooked, and the almost-forgotten — from bizarre disasters and extraordinary survival tales to hidden moments that shaped the world in unexpected ways.
Hosted with curiosity and storytelling flair, Did You Know? reveals the rest of the story behind events you thought you understood — and many you’ve probably never heard before. With immersive detail, dramatic pacing, and thought-provoking reflection, every episode pulls back the curtain on the mysteries and marvels of our past.
If you love history that surprises, amazes, and sometimes shocks, Did You Know? is your next favorite podcast. Subscribe and discover the stories that change how you see the world.
Forgotten Champions Series – Did You Know?
In 1980, a group of American college hockey players stepped onto the ice against the most dominant team in the world—the Soviet Union. They weren’t professionals. They weren’t favored. In fact, they had just been crushed 10–3 in an exhibition game weeks earlier. But what happened next became one of the most iconic moments in sports history.
This wasn’t just a hockey game. It was the Cold War. It was youth versus machine. It was discipline, belief, and relentless preparation meeting a dynasty that hadn’t lost Olympic gold in nearly two decades. Under the relentless leadership of Coach Herb Brooks, a team of overlooked amateurs did the unthinkable—and forced the world to believe again.
From the brutal training sessions to the final ten heart-stopping minutes and the legendary call—“Do you believe in miracles? YES!”—this episode breaks down the preparation, the pressure, and the legacy of the Miracle on Ice. This is the story of a team that didn’t just win a game… they won a moment that still echoes today.
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