On this episode of The Daily Time Drop, we explore a series of fascinating events from history. We start in 1995 with the discovery of 51 Pegasi b by astronomers Michel Mayor and Didier Queloz. This gas giant was the first exoplanet found orbiting a sun-like star, sparking a new era in astronomy. Fast forward to 2007, we follow the incredible journey of Jason Lewis, who completed the first human-powered circumnavigation of the Earth. His adventure highlights human endurance and raises awareness about environmental issues. We then travel back to 1600 for the premiere of ‘Euridice’, marking the birth of opera in the Baroque era, and explore how music and storytelling evolved. Finally, we take a look at the 1991 wedding of Elizabeth Taylor and Larry Fortensky at Michael Jackson’s Neverland Ranch, a union that captured media attention for its glamour and Taylor’s storied marital history. Join Clare Vale as she unravels these stories with wit and curiosity.
