A history podcast with a focus on violence, religion, and gripping stories, created by Eva Schubert, history nerd, college instructor, and jazz aficionado.
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Follow Craig Baird as he explores the good, the bad and the weird of Canada's history from the pre-colonial era to 25 years ago. Whatever you want to know about Canadian history, this is your one-stop shop.
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Reflecting History is an educational history podcast that explores significant historical events and themes without losing track of the ordinary people involved. Covering a wide variety of topics, it explores the connection between history, psychology, and philosophy.
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Walking in the footsteps of history, fifteen minutes at a time. Join us for a 15-minute episode covering a person, place, or event in history, and stay for an extended discussion. New episodes and discussions every week.
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A look at Virginia's rich history, one week at a time.
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A history of the people who became Americans. Formerly The American History Podcast.
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Let's talk about women in history known for mayhem and murder
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Inspiring stories of extraordinary figures who defied the odds and altered the course of history. Become a Patreon! Check out our website Follow us on Insta
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HistoryPodcast is a show simply devoted to history. Anything and everything related to history will be covered. If you have a passion for history this is the podcast for you.
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Unboxing History
Unboxing History | History Expert Jodi Wright-Gidley & Galveston Author Christine Hopkins
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Explore the past with Unboxing History as we take you on a journey into the captivating Galveston County Historical Museum collection. Uncover the hidden stories behind artifacts, delve into the intricacies of local history, and discover the treasures that connect us to bygone eras. Join us for a unique and insightful exploration of our heritage, one unboxing at a time. Hosted by local author and Galveston expert Christine Hopkins and Museum Director Jodi Wright-Gidley, "Unboxing History" wi ...
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Talkin' about the paranormal, the occult, and weird and forgotten history. Deep dive into stories about ghosts, ouija boards, cemeteries, obscure and bizarre stories from New York City, urban legends, paranormal investigations, and more!
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The Kennedy podcast you’ve been looking for. Dive into discussions on the Kennedy’s family dynamic, appeal, call to public service, many notable accomplishments and much more with Alyson on the Kennedy Dynasty podcast. Follow Alyson on Instagram @alysonlholland for the latest updates.
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This Week in Free Speech is your weekly deep dive into the most cutting-edge global developments affecting the most important of human rights: freedom of expression. Each week your host Jacob Mchangama invites a guest with particular relevance or expertise to discuss a hot topic with global relevance for free speech, whether online or offline. Jacob Mchangama is the executive director of the Future of Free Speech Project, research professor at Vanderbilt University author of the critically a ...
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The Unusual History of Every Thing is a podcast for lovers of the weird history of common things in our world. Join cultural object preservationists Melanie Dellas and Karen Lacy as they uncover the unusual histories of every thing around us.
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Echoes of India is the story of India like you've never heard it before. Host Anirudh Kanisetti takes you on a journey through its wonders, from the Greek art of Afghanistan to the thriving ports of Tamil Nadu. Along the way, monks debate, queens boast, and armies roar. From philosophy to politics to economics, the past comes back to life - noisy, breathing, as thriving as the Indian subcontinent is today.
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Collision Podcast with Sharon Fitzgerald | Los Angeles | Watch my podcasts on YouTube @Sharonfitzgerald New Episodes for 2025! CP12: Top 5 Places to Visit: Salisbury, England CP11: Brass Rubbing at St. Martin in-the-Field London CP 10: 75th Anniversary of D-Day - Live from Omaha Beach. Join Sharon as she treks through the WW2 Normandy Beaches and battlegrounds and interviews local historians. CP 3-9: Game of Thrones Edition with Anthony Flores. Join them as they go down the rabbit hole and d ...
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Echoes of Humanity takes you on a profound journey through the tragic events of the Holocaust, exploring the history, the heroes, and the heartbreaking stories that forever changed the world. Through expert interviews, survivor testimonies, and deep historical analysis, this podcast brings the lessons of the Holocaust to light and ensures that the voices of those lost are never forgotten. Each episode offers valuable insights into the atrocities of the past and their ongoing impact on human ...
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In each episode of In The Past Lane, the history podcast, we take up topics in American history and explore them through feature pieces, interviews, book and film reviews, and more. Our guiding philosophy is that history is not just about the past - it's about our world, here and now. History explains why things are the way they are, everything from our economy, religious practices, and foreign policy, to political ideology, family structure, and rates of poverty. Our aim is to be both infor ...
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Step into the epic world of ancient history with The Story Engine History Podcast , a historical fiction podcast that brings the power struggles, betrayals, and legendary battles of Carthage and Rome to life. From the rise of the Roman empire to the brutal Punic Wars and the ultimate triumph and demise of Rome, this immersive storytelling experience blends meticulously researched history with gripping narrative drama. Each episode transports you to a time of war elephants, cunning generals l ...
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Pop Quiz | Answering an Audience Question & The Overton Window (Repost)
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During the holiday break, Jon and Joe wanted to reshare some of their favorite episodes. This episode originally aired on June 5, 2025. ___ In this double pop quiz, Jon answers a question from an audience member and then discusses the Overton Window and how the range of "acceptable" political discourse changes over time. Join us every other week fo…
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In January 1998, freezing rain began to fall along the St. Lawrence River but instead of the system moving on, it hung around. It created one of the most costly natural disasters in Canadian history that is still remembered by many to this day. ORDER MY FIRST HISTORY BOOK! CANADA'S MAIN STREET: https://sutherlandhousebooks.com/product/canadas-main-…
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During the holiday break, Jon and Joe wanted to reshare some of their favorite episodes. This episode originally aired on June 23, 2025. ___ This season has been about good and bad ideas, and we are concluding with Jon's thoughts on a journey he's been on through early American history. In his 1989 book Albion's Seed, Dr. David Hackett Fischer desc…
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This episode comes courtesy of Canadian Time Machine, produced by our friends at The Walrus Lab. Host Angela Misri takes you back to key anniversaries in Canadian history and shows how they shape our world today. With great stories, expert interviews, and fresh perspectives, it’ll make you rethink what you thought you knew. Check out this episode f…
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Special Christmas Episode | The History of the Nativity (Repost)
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The imagery of Jesus' birth has evolved over the century, but its meaning to all humanity remains as simple as ever in this holiday season. Special thanks to my Uncle Matt for giving me the idea for this episode! - Jon This episode originally aired on December 23, 2024.
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Introducing "History of the 90s Xmas Movies"
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The 1990s were loaded with great holiday movies. From Home Alone to A Nightmare before Christmas there was something for everyone. In this episode of History of the 90s we look back at five Christmas classics that have stood the test of time. Show Info: Instagram: @that90spodcast Email: [email protected] Tik Tok: …
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Santa Claus is a very strange figure when you think about it. Where does he come from and why does he fly through the sky handing out presents at night? This episode traces the connection with an old Norse god and an Anatolian bishop from the 3rd century, and explores the gritty reality of life in the Roman empire for ordinary people. You will neve…
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In this last episode of 2025, Jon takes us on a journey through time and space to learn the stories of several beloved Christmas carols. We hope you enjoy them, and we look forward to seeing you in January with new episodes, discussions, pop quizzes, and "Sketches in History." Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Music: O Come All Ye Faithful…
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Pop Quiz | A (Very Incomplete) History Reading List
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What are the essential works of history every curious reader should know, and where should someone actually start when diving into them? Join Jon and Joe for the first of many conversations about the timeless texts that shaped civilization. Join us each Thursday for Pop Quizzes and Sketches in History, and let us know your thoughts in the comments …
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Decades for Justice: The Christine Jessop Case
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On Oct. 3, 1984, Christine Jessop disappeared from her home. Three months later, her body was found. While one innocent man was convicted of the crime, it was decades until the true killer was discovered. Watch The Christine Jessop Story on CRAVE. ORDER MY FIRST HISTORY BOOK! CANADA'S MAIN STREET: https://sutherlandhousebooks.com/product/canadas-ma…
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Episode 168: Never Let Me Go and The Bear
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One particular episode of "The Bear" inspired me to think about Kazuo Ishiguro's classic novel "Never Let Me Go"- friendship, love, memory, regret, and what it is that makes us human. This is a bonus episode I released a few years ago to my Patreon supporters. I think it fits well with the holiday season, see you in the new year! The Bear: https://…
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What to Watch | History in Movies Part IV
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"Based on a true story." "Inspired by actual events." "The following actually happened." These five words might be Hollywood's greatest magic trick, transforming entertainment into education, fiction into fact, and Brad Pitt's abs into ancient Greek warfare. More Americans learn their history from movies than from any other source. Think about that…
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What did life look like for the average soldier in the Roman army? In this episode we get into the details of packs, march speed, camp construction, and food on the march. Many of the procedures for new recruits in the Roman military machine sound shockingly familiar. The penalties for breaking the rules were extremely severe. Come along on the mar…
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For three generations, Randy Spracklin's family has been building in Newfoundland and Labrador. Today, their company, Newfound Builds, helps restore historical properties, and they do it all on television in their hit show Rock Solid Builds. ORDER MY FIRST HISTORY BOOK! CANADA'S MAIN STREET: https://sutherlandhousebooks.com/product/canadas-main-str…
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Why do dumb ideas keep popping up like weeds? Why do people embrace them despite mountains of evidence they don't work and huge piles of bodies left in their wake? Are they true believers or just grifters? And should 15-Minute History rebrand itself into "fifteen minutes of rage-bait"? Join us each Thursday for Pop Quizzes and Sketches in History, …
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Tommy Prince fought in the Second World War and Korea. Highly decorated, he was a ghost in the night and a terror to the enemy. Despite all he gave for his country, the government wanted nothing to do with him after the wars. ORDER MY FIRST HISTORY BOOK! CANADA'S MAIN STREET: https://sutherlandhousebooks.com/product/canadas-main-street/ Donate: …
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Unboxing History: The Galveston Movement & Rabbi Henry Cohen
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Send us a text In this episode of Unboxing History, hosts Christine Hopkins and Jodi Wright-Gidley, director of the Galveston County Museum, explore the historical significance of the Galveston Movement, an immigration plan that redirected Jewish immigrants from overcrowded Ellis Island to Galveston, Texas, between 1907 and 1914. The episode featur…
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The War of 1812 | A Discussion - Myths, Realities, and Ideals
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"Don't give up the ship." "The Star-Spangled Banner." "Old Hickory." The Battle of New Orleans. The War of 1812 gave us some of America's most enduring symbols and phrases. But did it actually change anything? The treaty that ended it resolved almost nothing. The boundaries stayed the same. Impressment wasn't even mentioned. And the greatest Americ…
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Sketches in History | Don't Give Up the Ship (Part 2)
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The 15-Minute History Podcast team welcomes you back to another Sketches in History. This segment, just for kids, shows that history isn't just a story, it's an adventure. Join Lottie Archer as she dives into her extraordinary notebook, where sketches from history come to life. In this episode, she returns to September 10, 1813, to witness the dram…
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She was called Canada's Sweetheart for her grace on the ice. The only Canadian woman to win a figure skating gold in singles, she was celebrated coast-to-coast. Barbara Ann Scott remained a beloved Canadian throughout her life. Find Ryan Stevens book: Barbara Ann Scott: Queen of the Ice here https://www.mcnallyrobinson.com/9781069170514/ryan-steven…
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The sword is more than just a weapon. It has been used to dub knights and legitimise kings, determine guilt and settle matters of honour. From the ancient Romans and the Song of Roland to dueling culture and German Mensur matches, this cultural history traces the legends and traditions that have given the sword its enduring mystique.…
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War of 1812 (Part 2) | The Fire That Reforged a Nation
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Washington burns. The White House is in flames. But from the smoke and ashes, a nation discovers what it means to be American. The War of 1812's darkest hour became its defining triumph. As British veterans fresh from defeating Napoleon torched the capital, as rockets rained on Fort McHenry, as peace was signed but war raged on, Americans transform…
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Pop Quiz | Classical Influences on the Founding Fathers
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How did the writings of Greece and Rome influence our Founding Fathers, and what lessons did they take away from these documents? Join us for a conversation about the importance of representative government, the dangers of democracy, and how the Constitution both ensures our right to participate in government and protects us from tyranny. Comment b…
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A Monumental Change: When Canada Went Metric
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From the 1970s to 1980s, Canada made the monumental effort to go from the Imperial System to the Metric System. It was met with praise and anger and didn't completely take. ORDER MY FIRST HISTORY BOOK! CANADA'S MAIN STREET: https://sutherlandhousebooks.com/product/canadas-main-street/ Donate: buymeacoffee.com/cra…
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Episode 167: The Odyssey Part V - Purifying Memory (Books 21-24)
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The Odyssey concludes with release, purification, and contradiction. A legendary bow and arrow contest sets the stage for Odysseus' rampage through the suitors who tormented his household for so long. The results of this explosion of violence and the conclusion of the story have been discussed and debated for millenia. This episode looks at books 2…
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On this week of Thanksgiving, join us as we share stories of Thanksgiving throughout history. (This episode originally aired in November 2019.)
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Sketches in History | Don't Give Up the Ship (Part 1)
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The 15-Minute History Podcast team welcomes you back to another Sketches in History. This segment, just for kids, shows that history isn't just a story, it's an adventure. Join Lottie Archer as she dives into her extraordinary notebook, where sketches from history come to life. In this episode, she travels back to September 10, 1813, to the choppy …
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Half Century Since Tragedy: The Edmund Fitzgerald
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On Nov. 10, 1975, the Edmund Fitzgerald disappeared beneath the waves of Lake Superior in a terrible storm. The sinking took the lives of 29 men and was immortalized in song by Gordon Lightfoot. Thank you to Nate Hendley for chatting with me for this episode. You can find his book Atrocity on the Atlantic here: https://www.dundurn.com/books_/t2211…
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Murder in the Cathedral: The Killing of Thomas Becket
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The horrific murder of Archbishop Thomas Becket in his own cathedral shocked Europe and immediately created one of the most famous martyrs in English history. The story begins with Thomas Becket in exile in France, fleeing the anger of Henry II of England. Despite being the king's pick for Archbishop of Canterbury, he has refused to cooperate with …
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The War of 1812 (Part 1): Humiliation, Hawks, and Heroism
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Detroit falls without a fight. War Hawks demand blood. But on a blood-slick deck, four words become legend: Don’t give up the ship. The War of 1812 is often dismissed as a minor conflict, overshadowed by the Revolution and the Civil War. But this overlooked war forged American identity through fire and defiance on land and sea. Join us as we launch…
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Pop Quiz | The Founding Fathers' Reading List
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In this week's Pop Quiz, Joe asked about what the Founding Fathers were reading as they shaped the course and construction of American government and how these ideas influenced their decisions. Join us each Thursday for Pop Quizzes or Sketches in History, and comment below with your thoughts, questions, or ideas for pop quiz topics!…
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North Atlantic Tragedy: The Sinking of the Llandovery Castle
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In 1918, a German U-Boat emerged from the waters of the North Atlantic and fired a torpedo at HHMS Llandovery Castle. It became one of the worst atrocities of the First World War. Thank you to Nate Hendley for chatting with me for this episode. You can find his book Atrocity on the Atlantic here: https://www.dundurn.com/books_/t22117/a9781459751347…
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"I Know I am Right" | A Discussion on John Adams
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While our episode on John Adams centered on his career, today's discussion focused more on his personality, beliefs, and relationships with others (especially Abigail and his children). We also covered some of Adams' legacy and what he and the other Founding Fathers gave to Americans today. Join us every Monday for episodes or discussions and on Th…
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Sketches in History | The President's Watch
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The 15-Minute History Podcast team welcomes you to a new season of Sketches in History. This segment, just for kids, shows that history isn’t just a story—it’s an adventure. Join Lottie Archer as she dives into her extraordinary notebook, where sketches from history come to life. In this episode, she goes back in American history to the early hours…
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In 1944, with conscription in place to send Canadian troops in Canada overseas, the largest mutiny in Canadian history began in Terrace, British Columbia. ORDER MY FIRST HISTORY BOOK! CANADA'S MAIN STREET: https://sutherlandhousebooks.com/product/canadas-main-street/ Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu…
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Episode 166: The Odyssey Part IV - There Will Be Blood (Books 17-20)
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Odysseus has finally made it home, but the Ithaca he has returned to is almost unrecognizable. "Dangerous men and fools" hold power now, and the island has fallen into disrepair. Odysseus comes up with a plan to destroy the corrupt suitors, and Penelope has her own schemes. The stage is set for The Odyssey to reach it's conclusion. This episode ana…
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King Henry II was a man with a terrible temper. He was determined to have absolute control of his subjects, but one unlikely man stood up to him. In this episode women are seized from convents and forcibly married, messengers suffer grisly punishments, and a good number of body parts are forcibly removed when the king flies into a rage. This is the…
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In the popular mind, John Adams' life and one term as President of the United States is often treated as a footnote alongside the careers of Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and George Washington. But Adams left an indelible mark on his country's history. So as we continue our look into the revolutionary period, this episode shares three elemen…
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This week's pop quiz comes to us courtesy of a budding historian at Mr. Streeter's school! He asked about some details from our episode on George Patton a few weeks ago, and his questions were really deep and insightful. Thanks, Joshua, for sending these in--we love hearing from you (and everyone in our audience)!…
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One of the best improvisers in Canada, she rose to national fame on Superstore as Dina Fox. A gifted musician, her first album "Call Me When You Get This" was released in September. Currently, she hosts Halloween Bakeshop. ORDER MY FIRST HISTORY BOOK! CANADA'S MAIN STREET: https://sutherlandhousebooks.com/product/canadas-main-street/ Donate: …
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Casting the Dice | A Discussion on the American Revolution
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Join us this week for a discussion on how and why the Americans revolted against King George III, the course that revolution took in the hearts and minds of the American people, and the hope seen at its end in the meeting between the King and America's ambassador, John Adams. Leave your thoughts in the comments below, and tell us about any topics y…
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Introducing... Stop Rewind: The Lost Boy | Through A Glass Darkly | 1
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Taj Khyber Rowland knows he’s not who people think he is but he can’t quite remember how his life went so off course. He decides to spool backwards, to his younger self. A daredevil seven year old Chellamuthu, living happily, but in abject poverty, with his large family in rural India. But when Chellamuthu disobeys his mother and goes to play at th…
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The 15-Minute History Podcast team welcomes you to a new season of Sketches in History. This segment, just for kids, shows that history isn’t just a story—it’s an adventure. Join Lottie Archer as she dives into her extraordinary notebook, where sketches from history come to life. In this episode, she goes back to early America to witness a great de…
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Challenging Our Inner Columbo: Canadian Mysteries
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From the mysterious death of a great painter, to the story of a legless man who appeared on a beach, Canada has many fascinating mysteries to explore. Today, we are going to dive into a few of them. ORDER MY FIRST HISTORY BOOK! CANADA'S MAIN STREET: https://sutherlandhousebooks.com/product/canadas-main-street/ Donate: …
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Eleanor of Aquitaine Ep 4: A Tale of Rival Kings
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This is the story of how one woman changed the balance of power in Western Europe, by divorcing one man and marrying another. Eleanor of Aquitaine is the Queen of France, but has been alienated from her husband. Her campaign for an end to that marriage led to a shocking remarriage with a much younger man, and the beginning of the Plantaganet dynast…
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Casting the Dice | The American Revolution
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America is often described as a nation of ideas because its founders risked everything for principles in which they believed. But the revolutionaries had to overcome fears in their own hearts and those of their more hesitant countrymen. In this episode, Jon takes us through how America found these ideas, overcame those fears, and clung to hope of v…
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In this week's episode, Joe and I discuss the Roman defeat at Teutoburg and how it reflected the Empire's military philosophy. Join us for pop quizzes and "Sketches in History" episodes every Thursday, and send us your thoughts in the comments below!
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