Daylight Saving Time

06/08/22 • 31 min

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Introduced just over 100 years ago, Daylight Savings have always been divisive.

So, why are people for and why are people against — and how have those arguments changed over time?

We find out with today's guest, Dr Kristin Hussey - a science historian currently based in Denmark who is working on a book about the history of circadian rhythms.

This episode was produced by Emily Whalley.

Edited and mixed by Aidan Lonergan.

The senior producer is Charlotte Long.

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Introduced just over 100 years ago, Daylight Savings have always been divisive.

So, why are people for and why are people against — and how have those arguments changed over time?

We find out with today's guest, Dr Kristin Hussey - a science historian currently based in Denmark who is working on a book about the history of circadian rhythms.

This episode was produced by Emily Whalley.

Edited and mixed by Aidan Lonergan.

The senior producer is Charlotte Long.

For more History Hit content, subscribe to our newsletters here.

If you'd like to learn even more, we have hundreds of history documentaries, ad-free podcasts, and audiobooks at History Hit - subscribe today!

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This episode was produced by Emily Whalley.

Edited and mixed by Seyi Adaobi.

The senior producer is Charlotte Long

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