The Apocryphal History of Flight
By: Cory Trunkhill
Language: en
Categories: History, Technology, Leisure, Aviation
Welcome to the Apocryphal History of Flight! Hosted by Dr. Cory Trunkhill (PhD), this show will discuss the myths, legends, and early pioneers of flight from before the Wright Brothers. We will also explore technological advances such as the kite, balloons, and gliders. This history will attempt to maintain a narrative chronological format, though there will be some deviations for interest. You can contact the host via Facebook, X (twitter), or at apocflight@gmail.com. Selected questions and comments may be featured on the show. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
Episode 4 - Wooden Doves to Paper Airplanes
Oct 24, 2025In this episode we take a look at the smaller scale advancements and oddities from antiquity. Did the Greeks have steam-powered wooden footballs? Did the Egyptians have large load carrying gliders? Were helicopters zooming around Renaissance Italy? And did the Chinese throw paper airplanes just to annoy others? Listen in and find out!
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Duration: 00:35:04Episode 3 - Flying Chairs
Oct 10, 2025On this episode, flying chairs are discussed and dissected. Could eagles (or gryphons) lift kings to survey their lands? And were rocket chairs ahead of their time? The show ends on a real-life legend of aviation infamy.
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Duration: 00:22:48Episode 2 - Kites, Manned vs Carrying vs Lifting
Sep 26, 2025Kites were not always the innocent fun activity that brings back nostalgic memories of childhood. From the early beginnings, kites had a fundamental role in warfare. Also, why aren't they considered the "first manned-flight vehicle"? Listen in and find out this and more hidden historical facts about kites!
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Duration: 00:21:55Episode 1 - Icarus and Daedalus
Sep 11, 2025We explore the mythical Icarus and Daedalus. Could it have been possible to make a set of wings and escape a prison/maze with a monster on their heals? Listen in and find out!
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Duration: 00:20:48Episode 0
Sep 08, 2025In this episode, Dr. Trunkhill explains who he is, why this show, and what this show is all about. This is the primer for the series.
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Duration: 00:05:55