The Skull of Sultan Mkwawa, Evil Medieval Rabbits & Snails, and Fan Feedback
Release Date: 12/24/2020
First Murder Case in Fountain Co. & Shortest-Serving World Leaders
The History Buffet
This week on the History Buffet learn all about the first ever murder trial to take place in Indiana's Fountain County. This case involves Edward Hannegan, a prominent U.S. politician, and Lew Wallace, famous author. Also this week we take a look at the shortest-serving world leaders. Not based on their stature but on their time as heads of state. Listen and enjoy!
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Live at Crown Hill Cemetery in Indianapolis
The History Buffet
On this episode The History Buffet goes live from the cemetery with the most dead vice presidents in the country! Crown Hill Cemetery is the third largest (non-governmental) cemetery in the United States and is filled with interesting epitaphs, authors, bank robbers, inventors, vice presidents, and the 23rd president of the United States. Join Joey and Stock as they banter and explore this historic landmark. Listen and enjoy!
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Tina Turner Memorial Special!
The History Buffet
On this episode of the History Buffet Joey and Stock honor the late Tina Turner! Learn all about Tina's historical musical career from her Guinness World Record setting performance in Rio de Janeiro to her wild connection to French king Louis Philippe I the "Citizen King". Woven in between are Stock's amazing stories of the various Tina Turner concerts he's attended over the years. You won't want to miss this episode, listen and enjoy!
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The Great Locomotive Chase, Nazis on Meth, and AI thoughts
The History Buffet
On this episode of the History Buffet learn all about the Great Locomotive Chase of the American Civil War, a movie style train heist but real! Also learn about the methamphetamine drug Pervitin which was used by the Wehrmacht to fuel the Nazi advances during the blitzkrieg. Joey and Stock also discuss their thoughts on AI such as Chat GPT and Midjourney. There is also a special guest appearance... Listen and enjoy!
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Mao's Mango Cult and Fascinating New Zealand Facts
The History Buffet
On this episode of the History Buffet learn all about the time that Mao Zedong gifted mangoes to some factory workers. As a result of this gift and the cult of personality that surrounded the Chairman Mao the workers began to show reverence to these mangoes in some very interesting ways. Also on this episode learn fascinating facts about New Zealand! Forecasts in Elvish, Maori traditions, amazing geography, and more!
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Spooky History of "Bedsheet Ghosts", Divorce by Combat, and the Best (and Worst) Christmas Presents We've Ever Received
The History Buffet
On this episode of The History Buffet learn all about the strange and spooky history of the "Bedsheet Ghosts". What was once the most terrifying image of the deceased is now seen as a lighthearted decoration for the spooky season, how did this transition happen? Also learn about an unconventional yet violent alternative to divorce in Medieval Europe... divorce by combat! What were the best (and worst) Christmas gifts Joey and Stock have ever received? Listen and enjoy!
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London Sewer Swine, Haitian Dictator "Papa Doc", Favorite Halloween Movies
The History Buffet
This week learn all about the feral sewer hogs who roamed the underground tunnels of 19th century London. How did these sewer swine come to be and is it more urban legend than fact? Also this week learn all about the crazy lengths a nationalist dictator will go to keep power at the expense of the Haitian people. What Halloween movies do Stock and Joey like most? Find out all that and more on this episode of the History Buffet!
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Astronomer Henrietta Leavitt, Non-Human Electoral Candidates, and Obi-Wan Kenobi Series Review
The History Buffet
On this episode of The History Buffet learn all about the magnificent feats of renowned female astronomer Henrietta Swan Leavitt. She provided astronomers the tools to measure the distances of galaxies and much more! Also learn about the many instances where non-human, and sometimes non-animal, electoral candidates not only ran for political office but won! Joey & Stock also review the first half the Obi-Wan Kenobi series streaming on Disney +. Listen and enjoy!
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Mysterious Murder of Rasputin, El Reno Tornado, Starlight Coke, and French Politics
The History Buffet
This episode Joey and Stock discuss the mystery surrounding the murder of Russian monk Grigori Rasputin. Was he a holy man with healing powers or was he vying for the Russian royal throne? Stock discusses the largest recorded tornado in U.S. history. Stock also tries Starlight Coca-Cola for the first time live on the show and dives into the 2022 French presidential election. Listen and enjoy!
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Unusual Olympic Medals, Great Michigan Pizza Funeral, and "the Good Ol' Days"
The History Buffet
This week learn about the Olympic medals you've never heard about. That's right, the Olympics used to give medals for art and culture! Hear about why and why they don't anymore. Also this week learn about the Great Michigan Pizza Funeral. Who holds a funeral for thousands of frozen pizzas? Also hear Joey & Stock wax poetic about the "good ol' days". Listen and enjoy!
info_outlineOn this week's episode of The History Buffet learn all about the resistance fight against the German colonization of East Africa led by Sultan Mkwawa. Mkwawa met an unfortunate fate however the story of his skull is an interesting one... Also learn about how medieval scribes drew quite the comedic doodles in the margins of illuminated manuscripts. Everything from evil rabbits to jousting snails can be seen beyond the text if you only look close enough. The side dish this week includes fan feedback about Operation Cottage as well as the unlikely king of Lampedusa Island. Listen and enjoy!