Best Eugene Palmer Podcasts (2025)

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Chastain makes history 49:39

11h ago49:39

49:39

Eugene Palmer is back from Cycleland Speedway in Chico, CA! He recaps the entire Charlotte weekend and digs into the all star race a bit. Amazon prime has a great first showing! Penske Racing makes some moves, Kyle Busch back to RCR in 2026, Kaulig makes an announcement, and should we look into more short tracks like North Wilkesboro? A look ahead …

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Kansas, you did me dirty 53:54

15d ago53:54

53:54

Fast Time episode 3 is here! Eugene Palmer goes over the Kansas weekend. Did Kansas live up to the hype? Homestead is officially back as the 2026 championship race. 2311 lawsuit. Have we lost the mile and a half next gen touch? A look ahead to the all star race and more!

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Texas is Texas 56:40

24d ago56:40

56:40

Fast Time is back for episode 2. Host Eugene Palmer goes in depth on all 3 days from the Texas Motor Speedway weekend. The infield grass causing wrecks gets talked about, along with the buzz surrounding a reconfiguration of the Texas racetrack. A bad day for JGR? Trackhouse season long struggles, Netflix Full Speed coming out this week AND MORE.…

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The Titanic – Myths vs. Facts 1:09:24

28d ago1:09:24

1:09:24

Just about everybody knows the story. A supposedly unsinkable ship hit an iceberg and sank, proving the folly of humans. But there are many facts which are not widely known as well as prevalent myths which need to be debunked. Learn what really happened, what caused the disaster, and who were the heroes and who were the villains.…

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Talladega snooze fest 36:11

1M ago36:11

36:11

Episode 1 of the new podcast Fast Time is here. Host Eugene Palmer breaks down the Cup and Xfinity races. He goes over the All Star race news and the championship race heading back to Miami. SVG on the hot seat? Also, he talks Rodney Childers and Spire Motorsports break up, Rockingham sell out, and goes in depth about the cup series on track produc…

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The Civil Rights Movement in the United States 1:08:03

2M ago1:08:03

1:08:03

After the Civil War, it took a century of protests, boycotts, demonstrations, and legal challenges to end the Jim Crow system of segregation and legal discrimination. Learn about the brave men, women, and children that risked their personal safety, and sometimes their lives, in the quest for Black Americans to achieve equal rights.…

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The Louisiana Purchase 1:05:29

3M ago1:05:29

1:05:29

Thomas Jefferson bought the Louisiana Territory from France in 1803 and doubled the size of the United States. This set America on its expansion, known as Manifest Destiny, from the Atlantic to the Pacific. This episode explores the history of colonization of North America, how the U.S. expanded, why Napoleon sold Louisiana, the Lewis and Clark exp…

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Caesar Augustus 1:06:16

4M ago1:06:16

1:06:16

Augustus is the most significant nonreligious figure in history. He is probably the greatest political genius of all time. He created the Roman Empire which lasted for centuries and formed so much of the world we live in today, including our calendar, our system of time, our alphabet, the spread of Christianity, and a large percentage of modern lan…

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Unconditional Surrender was the Correct Policy in World War II 1:04:07

5M ago1:04:07

1:04:07

The Western Allies' demand that the Axis Powers unconditionally surrender was essential to keep the Soviets and the Chinese in the war while enduring incredible losses, to keep up the morale of the western allies, and to achieve the elimination of the Nazi regime and reforming Japanese society.By Mark Palmer

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Bonnie and Clyde 1:00:10

7M ago1:00:10

1:00:10

Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow were Depression Era outlaws who are just known by their first names. They have been romanticized as young lovers who stood by each other and lived life on their own terms. But in reality, Clyde was a thief and a murderer and Bonnie was his willing accomplice. For just over two years they went on a crime spree in the e…

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Immigration, Citizenship, and Eugenics in the U.S. 1:05:37

8M ago1:05:37

1:05:37

For years all immigrants were allowed into the U.S., but some could not become citizens. Later, certain nationalities were limited or completely banned from entering the U.S. This episode outlines those changes through the 1980s and discusses the pseudoscience of eugenics and how it was used to justify such bigotry and even involuntary sterilizatio…

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The Scramble For Africa 1:01:22

10M ago1:01:22

1:01:22

Within 30 years in the late 1800s and early 1900s, Europe went from controlling 20% of Africa to 90%. It was called "the Scramble for Africa". Find out why Europeans colonized the Americas easily through unintentional germ warfare, but Africa was "the White Man's Grave". Discover how Europe finally conquered Africa; the horrors of the Congo; and th…

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Adolf Hitler was the most consequential (and horrible) person of the last 500 years 1:09:03

11M ago1:09:03

1:09:03

Adolf Hitler's insane and evil policies changed the world more than anybody since Christopher Columbus. This episode details the horrors of World War II; explains how Hitler is to blame for the war; illustrates how Hitler made WWII even worse than other wars; and analyzes the effects of WWII for the remainder of the 20th Century and today.…

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Gettysburg — the Pivotal Battle of the American Civil War 1:12:21

12M ago1:12:21

1:12:21

It was the bloodiest battle ever in the Western Hemisphere. For 3 days in July 1863 Americans slaughtered each other on a terrible scale around a small town in Pennsylvania, where the honored dead "gave the last full measure of devotion". Find out why Robert E. Lee invaded the north, and why he failed so terribly; why the civil war dragged on for a…

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Galileo Galilei vs. the Church 54:48

1y ago54:48

54:48

Galileo is considered the father of modern science. His discoveries included the laws of pendulums which led to the development of the first accurate clocks. But tragically, he was tried by the Inquisition of Rome for heresy. The science deniers of the Church threatened to burn him at the stake unless he recanted his claims that he could prove that…

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The Arsenal of Democracy — U.S. Industry Was the Biggest Factor in World War II 1:02:48

1y ago1:02:48

1:02:48

A lot of elements contributed into winning World War II: Britain refusing to make peace with Nazi Germany after the fall of France along with the Chinese and Soviets willingness to suffer millions of deaths. But World War II was a war between the factories; whichever side could produce the most military equipment would win. The deciding factor in W…

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Polio — Jonas Salk and Franklin Roosevelt 54:16

1+ y ago54:16

54:16

Polio was one of the scourges of the 20th century. And it mainly struck children. All of a sudden a person contracted polio and suffered terribly for several days; sometimes they recovered, sometimes they died, and sometimes they were left permanently disabled. The most famous polio victim of all time, Franklin Roosevelt, hid his disability from th…

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The Vietnam War: 1964-1973 1:13:12

1+ y ago1:13:12

1:13:12

Wars are never solely military questions. They always involve politics and the will of the people. This episode outlines America's war in Vietnam and explains why the U.S. lost, including the limitations imposed by the American public and the realities of the Cold War.By Mark Palmer

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How America Stumbled into Vietnam 1:11:47

1+ y ago1:11:47

1:11:47

The story of the Vietnam War usually starts with President John Kennedy being assassinated and new President Lyndon Johnson getting the U.S. into a long, unwinnable war from 1964 through 1973. This episode explores what happened before that war: the collapse of the French colony of Indochina, why Vietnam was split into 2 countries of North Vietnam …

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Vikings! 47:24

1+ y ago47:24

47:24

The Vikings are history's best example of an irresistible force. They were raiders from Scandinavia that pillaged and slaughtered across much of Europe. They founded Iceland, lived in Greenland, and were the first Europeans in North America. They changed Britain and most of mainland Europe. Find out what made them so formidable and how they reshape…

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McCarthyism — Political Witch-hunts and the Red Scare 59:58

1+ y ago59:58

59:58

In the 1950s, U.S. Senator Joseph McCarthy led a hunt for Communists in the American government. His brand of persecution based on lies, rumors, and innuendos ruined many lives but did not send a single subversive to jail. He set the standard for politicians who wish to be bullies and demagogues.By Mark Palmer

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Pompeii — the World's Greatest Time Capsule 55:43

1+ y ago55:43

55:43

In the year 79 CE, Mount Vesuvius erupted and destroyed the Roman city of Pompeii. We have an eyewitness account describing the horrors of an event which certainly seemed like the end of the world. The volcanic ash preserved the city for centuries. Now most of Pompeii has been excavated and we can see how the ancient Romans lived.…

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Lincoln was the #1 Reason the Union Won the Civil War 57:12

2y ago57:12

57:12

There are many reasons why the Union won the American Civil War: the brilliance of Ulysses S. Grant and William Tecumseh Sherman as generals, the much larger population in the free states, and the industrial capacity of the North. But the number 1 reason the Union won was Abraham Lincoln. His governing style, his fantastic temperament, and his poli…

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Pearl Harbor — Japan's Biggest Mistake of World War II 1:09:48

2y ago1:09:48

1:09:48

On December 7, 1941, a date which will live in infamy, the Japanese launched a surprise attack on the U.S. Pacific Fleet at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. What appeared to be a stunning success actually spelled the end of Japan's dreams of empire and led to the defeat of the Axis Powers in World War II.By Mark Palmer

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The Donner Party — Cannibalism in California 52:54

2y ago52:54

52:54

In 1846, a wagon train which became known as the Donner Party was headed to California. They became trapped in the Sierra Nevada Mountains and resorted to eating those who died. Out of 87 people only 46 survived.By Mark Palmer

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PT-109: JFK becomes a hero in WWII 57:35

2y ago57:35

57:35

On August 2, 1943, a Japanese destroyer rammed and cut in half an American PT boat captained by a young John F. Kennedy. Due to the determination of JFK, the bravery of his crew, the assistance of some Solomon Islands natives, and some good luck, most of the PT-109 crew survived.By Mark Palmer

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Ferdinand Magellan and the First Voyage Around the World 57:51

2y ago57:51

57:51

In 1519 Magellan set sail with five ships to find a southwest passage — a strait through South America. Three years later, only one ship returned to Spain with just 18 of the original 240 men. They had sailed around the entire earth. The voyage was eventful with mutinies, scurvy, battles, and many discoveries.…

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Prohibition created Al Capone and fueled the Roaring '20s 53:51

2y ago53:51

53:51

The 18th Amendment, which banned the manufacture, sale, or transportation of alcohol within the U.S., might be the best example of unintended consequences. Prohibition helped start women's liberation, propelled the Jazz Age, and essentially created Organized Crime in the U.S.By Mark Palmer

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Hannibal vs. Rome: The Punic Wars 58:15

2y ago58:15

58:15

Most people only know one thing about Hannibal — that he brought elephants over the Alps to attack Rome. But there is so much more to the story. Carthage and Rome fought three wars over a period of 118 years to determine who would become the dominant people in the Mediterranean. Hannibal's loss led directly to the Romans being the ones to shape Wes…

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Watergate 1:02:22

2y ago1:02:22

1:02:22

Most people know that Watergate was the biggest scandal in American history but few know many details. Listen to what actually occurred at the Watergate complex, how it was only part of a much broader campaign of corruption, and why Richard Nixon became the only U.S. president to resign from office.By Mark Palmer

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Gavrilo Princip Ignites World War I 48:29

2y ago48:29

48:29

On June 28, 1914, Gavrilo Princip shot the heir apparent to the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Hear how this assassination sparked World War I, ended four empires, created many new countries, and led to World War II.By Mark Palmer

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Episode 20. Kris D. Lofton 1:17:29

2+ y ago1:17:29

1:17:29

On this season finale episode of Givin Game, Kris D. Lofton (Power Book Force, Ballers, Hard Ball) details his journey from stumbling into being a child actor to now one of hollywoods rising stars. He gives game on how actors should approach the business side of marketing, work ethic and the mental grit you'll need to possess to obtain success in t…

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Wyatt Earp and the Shootout at the O.K. Corral 57:21

2+ y ago57:21

57:21

Hear how famous lawman Wyatt Earp and his best friend Doc Holliday became legends of the Wild West and inspired many of the cliches and movies you know today.By Mark Palmer

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The Berlin Wall 45:36

2+ y ago45:36

45:36

For 28 years the Berlin Wall stood as a testament to the cruelties and failures of communism. While Berlin became the epicenter of the Cold War, West Berlin became an island of freedom behind the Iron Curtain. Hear why Germany was divided into two separate countries and how it finally reunited.By Mark Palmer

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Episode 19. Secunda Wood 1:39:06

2+ y ago1:39:06

1:39:06

On this episode of Givin Game, Secunda Wood (Gabby's DollHouse, Fast and Furious Spy Racers, Boss Baby) talks the ins and outs of VoiceOver Acting, how to get started, where to train , where to network and more! 🙏🏾🏾👇🏾PLEASE SUPPORT THE CHANNEL HERE👇🏾🏾🙏🏾 https://cash.app/$TheGGPodcast https://account.venmo.com/u/GivinGamePodcast https://www.paypal.c…

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Hell on Earth: The Black Death 42:47

2+ y ago42:47

42:47

What would it be like to witness the end of the world? Europeans in the 1340s reasonably believed they were seeing the apocalypse. In only 4 years, the Black Death killed approximately half the population. Find out what caused this plague, and what people did to try to survive.By Mark Palmer

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Iconic American City Landmarks 55:30

2+ y ago55:30

55:30

Everybody is familiar with the Statue of Liberty, the Washington Monument, the Hollywood sign, the Gateway Arch, and the Space Needle. But do you know the stories behind these landmarks and how they tie into the histories of their cities?By Mark Palmer

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Episode 18. Robert Palmer Watkins 1:05:47

2+ y ago1:05:47

1:05:47

On this episode of Givin Game Robert Palmer Watkins (Walking Dead, General Hospital, Uglies) talks Soap Opera Vs Tv Show acting, good and bad habits he's picked up on a soap, the importance of creating your own stuff, What he wished acting classes taught him and more! 🙏🏾🏾👇🏾PLEASE SUPPORT THE CHANNEL HERE👇🏾🏾🙏🏾 https://cash.app/$TheGGPodcast https://…

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The 1936 Berlin Olympics 52:30

2+ y ago52:30

52:30

Find out why the Olympics Games were hosted by the world's worst regime. Hear how track and field star Jesse Owens won multiple gold medals, destroying the Nazi theories of racial superiority and humiliating Adolf Hitler in the process.By Mark Palmer

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Episode 17. Brandon Black 1:39:33

2+ y ago1:39:33

1:39:33

On this episode of Givin Game Brandon Black (Dahmer, Madeas Homecoming, Dear white People) talks contract traps that actors should look out for, On Set technicalities that aren't taught in acting class, Practical advice for actors just starting, having to come out as gay twice, working with Tyler Perry and more! 🙏🏾🏾👇🏾PLEASE SUPPORT THE CHANNEL HERE…

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Episode 16. Skyler Zurn 1:18:25

2+ y ago1:18:25

1:18:25

On this episode of Givin Game Casting Associate Skyler Zurn (Equalizer 3, Euphoria, This Is Us) details her journey from initially pursuing acting in college to transitioning into casting and how her acting background has helped her with casting. She also breaks down the different roles in a casting office (Casting associate vs casting director), d…

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The California Gold Rush 56:19

2+ y ago56:19

56:19

Starting in 1848, hundreds of thousands of people made the treacherous journey to California seeking easy riches. Hear how the Gold Rush not only created the state of California, but also changed the U.S. in unforeseen ways and even contributed to the outbreak of the Civil War.By Mark Palmer

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Episode 15. Joi Liaye 1:04:29

2+ y ago1:04:29

1:04:29

On this Givin Game Podcast episode Joi Liaye (Dear White People, Legacies, NCIS) talks the importance of booking commercials as an actor, how to be fearless in auditions, dealing with rejection , being and independent recording artist and more! 🙏🏾🏾👇🏾PLEASE SUPPORT THE CHANNEL HERE👇🏾🏾🙏🏾 https://cash.app/$TheGGPodcast https://account.venmo.com/u/Givi…

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Episode 14. Isaiah Jarel 53:36

2+ y ago53:36

53:36

On this episode of Givin Game, Isaiah Jarel (Truth Be Told, The Resident, Gook) talks about his journey from Chicago to Los Angeles, struggling to find work, how he managed to get top tier acting training without spending any money on acting classes, advice for agency/manager meetings and much more! 🙏🏾🏾👇🏾PLEASE SUPPORT THE CHANNEL HERE👇🏾🏾🙏🏾 https:/…

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Hernan Cortes Conquers the Aztec Empire 48:51

2+ y ago48:51

48:51

In 1519 Spanish conquistador Hernan Cortes landed in what is now Mexico with less than 600 men and conquered an empire with millions of people in two years. Hear about the Aztec's sophisticated city of Tenochtitlan, their religion based upon human sacrifice, and explore the fate of their civilization and Emperor Montezuma.…

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Episode 13. Maestro Harrell 1:36:37

2+ y ago1:36:37

1:36:37

On this episode (13) of Givin Game, Maestro Harrell (The Wire, Suburgatory, Ali) details his amazing 25 year long acting career. Starting at the young age of 5, he shares stories about working with Michael Jordan, Jay Leno, Tiger Woods, Muhammed Ali and more! We'll talk about the business of being an actor, the importance of ownership, how to appro…

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Episode 12. Natasha Marc 1:05:46

2+ y ago1:05:46

1:05:46

On this episode of Givin Game, Natasha (Good Lord Bird, Mayor of Kingstown, Dr Pepper Fansville) details how being rescued from the roof of her high school during Hurricane Katrina led her to move to LA to pursue her acting career! She also shares acting advice for women, the importance of self work for actors, making fake resumes to get an agent a…

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The Atomic Bomb (part 2) - Arguments For and Against Its Use Against Japan 53:54

2+ y ago53:54

53:54

This episode explores the arguments for and against the use of the atomic bombs on Japan. Part 1 explains why and how the atomic bomb was created as well as how it was utilized on Hiroshima and Nagasaki.By Mark Palmer

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Episode 11. Rob Morgan 1:15:41

2+ y ago1:15:41

1:15:41

On this episode of Givin Game, Rob talks being upgraded as a background actor to principle performer on his first acting gig, His commercial acting struggles, Acting advice for new, old and aspiring actors, Stranger things and more! 🙏🏾🏾👇🏾PLEASE SUPPORT THE CHANNEL HERE👇🏾🏾🙏🏾 https://cash.app/$TheGGPodcast https://account.venmo.com/u/GivinGamePodcast…

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The Atomic Bomb (part 1) - Development and Utilization 1939 to 1945 57:28

2+ y ago57:28

57:28

This episode explains why and how the atomic bomb was created as well as how it was utilized on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Part 2 explores the arguments for and against the use of the atomic bombs on Japan.By Mark Palmer

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