Episode 42: Unraveling History: From Pudding to Phantom Soldiers

Smarticus Tells History

Who would've thought a dessert with a name like "spotted dick" and inflatable tanks would have anything in common? Well, we at Smarticus Tells History promise to take you on a wild ride exploring the uncanny connections between these two seemingly unrelated topics. Today, co-host Phoenix and I uncover the intriguing and lesser-known stories behind the inflatable tanks or 'spoofs' used by the British Army during World War II, and the traditional British pudding, spotted dick. We've had quite the adventure creating and tasting this classic dessert, and we can't wait to share our experience (and the recipe) with you!
But the fun doesn't stop there. Ready for a ghost story like no other? We reveal the undisclosed tales of the Ghost Army, a special unit during WWII that specialized in the art of deception. Led by the ingenious Colonel Harry L Reeder, this team of artists, engineers, and audio experts successfully used inflatable tanks and planes to confuse the enemy, shaping crucial events such as the D-Day invasion and the Battle of Arnhem. Their legacy lives on, influencing even our popular culture. So buckle up, history enthusiasts! This episode of Smarticus Tells History is filled with laughs, learning, and a dash of culinary fun.
Recipe:
https://www.daringgourmet.com/traditional-spotted-dick-english-steamed-currant-pudding-with-vanilla-custard/#recipe
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1. Inflatable Tanks and Spotted Dick (00:00:00)

2. The Ghost Army (00:10:23)