Conversations: What is actually taught in our history classrooms, w/ Brendan Gillis
Release Date: 05/02/2025
Ghiberti vs. Brunelleschi
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The Florentine Renaissance saw two of its greatest minds, Lorenzo Ghiberti and Filippo Brunelleschi, locked in a fierce competition: Ghiberti ultimately won the commission for the elaborate bronze doors of the Baptistery with his exquisite relief work, while Brunelleschi went on to revolutionize architecture by engineering the massive, self-supporting dome of the Florence Cathedral. Their rivalry not only highlighted their extraordinary talents but also set a benchmark for artistic and engineering innovation that defined the era. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A RATING OR A...
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Mystery of Evita's Corpse
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History of Concubines
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Throughout history, concubines, women who lived with men without the legal status of wives, played complex roles in societies from Imperial China to the Ottoman Empire, often wielding influence behind the scenes while navigating rigid social hierarchies. Their lives reflected a mix of power, vulnerability, and political intrigue, shaping dynastic successions, court politics, and cultural norms in ways both subtle and profound. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A RATING OR A REVIEW! THANK YOU IN ADVANCE! SUPPORT THE SHOW: ADVERTISE: LEARN MORE: SPONSORED...
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Operation Unthinkable
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Operation Unthinkable was a top-secret 1945 British plan, drafted by Winston Churchill, to potentially launch a surprise attack against the Soviet Union after World War II, aiming to push the Red Army back and force more favorable postwar terms in Europe. Though it never advanced beyond the planning stage, the operation revealed deep Western anxieties about Soviet intentions and the fragile alliance that had defeated Nazi Germany. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A RATING OR A REVIEW! THANK YOU IN ADVANCE! SUPPORT THE SHOW: ADVERTISE: LEARN MORE: SPONSORED...
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The Lioness Program
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In this episode, we explore the Lioness Program - an elite initiative where female soldiers patrolled Iraq and Afghanistan to engage with local women and communities in ways male soldiers could not. Hear their stories of courage, cultural challenges, and the critical role they played in modern military operations. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A RATING OR A REVIEW! THANK YOU IN ADVANCE! SUPPORT THE SHOW: ADVERTISE: LEARN MORE: SPONSORED BY:
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Truman Resurrects Hoover
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In this episode, we explore the unexpected friendship between Harry Truman and Herbert Hoover, detailing how Truman turned to the politically fallen Hoover to tackle postwar challenges, highlighting a story of collaboration, mutual respect, and the pragmatic side of leadership. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A RATING OR A REVIEW! THANK YOU IN ADVANCE! SUPPORT THE SHOW: ADVERTISE: LEARN MORE: SPONSORED BY:
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Conversations: Triumph, Tragedy & the Shaping of the American West, w/ Paul A. Hutton
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What really shaped the American West? In this gripping episode, we sit down with award-winning historian and author Paul Andrew Hutton to explore his powerful new book, The Undiscovered Country: Triumph, Tragedy, and the Shaping of the American West. A sweeping, deeply human retelling of western expansion, Hutton challenges the myths we’ve inherited and dives into the brutal realities behind Manifest Destiny. From the clash of empires to the broken promises of reconstruction and the resilience of Native resistance, Hutton's latest work weaves together biography, politics, and frontier drama...
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The Gaspee Affair of 1772
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In this episode, we explore the Gaspee Affair of 1772, a bold act of colonial resistance when Rhode Island patriots attacked and burned the British customs ship Gaspee. Uncover the tension, daring, and political repercussions that helped ignite the flames of the American Revolution. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A RATING OR A REVIEW! THANK YOU IN ADVANCE! SUPPORT THE SHOW: ADVERTISE: LEARN MORE: SPONSORED BY:
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Codex Gigas - The Devil's Bible
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In this episode, we delve into the Codex Gigas, the medieval manuscript shrouded in legend and superstition. Discover its colossal size, the infamous Devil illustration, and the mysterious writings that have captivated scholars and mystics for centuries. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A RATING OR A REVIEW! THANK YOU IN ADVANCE! SUPPORT THE SHOW: ADVERTISE: LEARN MORE: SPONSORED BY:
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German Revolution of 1918
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In this episode, we explore Germany’s 1918-1919 Revolution, a turbulent period when Communist revolutionaries sought to seize power amid the collapse of the Kaiserreich. Discover the clashes, political intrigue, and social upheaval that shaped the Weimar Republic and left a lasting mark on German history. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A RATING OR A REVIEW! THANK YOU IN ADVANCE! SUPPORT THE SHOW: ADVERTISE: LEARN MORE: SPONSORED BY:
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