Stuff you Missed in History Class
Stuff You Missed in History Class
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History's Greatest Battle Horses
Although prehistoric societies hunted horses for food, they quickly realized ...
Although prehistoric societies hunted horses for food, they quickly realized the animals were more useful as a means of transportation. Tune in as Katie and Sarah explore one of the most specialized types of horses -- battle steeds -- throughout history.
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Toussaint L'Ouverture and the Haitian Revolution
When the Haitian revolution broke out, Toussaint L'Ouverture did not ...
When the Haitian revolution broke out, Toussaint L'Ouverture did not originally take part in the violence -- at least, that is, until the British became involved. Learn more about Toussaint L'Ouverture and the Haitian revolution in this podcast.
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Into the Ghastly Blank with Burke and Wills
When John O'Hara Burke and William John Wills attempted to ...
When John O'Hara Burke and William John Wills attempted to traverse Australia, the inland area of the continent was terra incognita known as the "ghastly blank." Learn what the expedition discovered in this episode.
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King Porus vs Alexander the Great
As Alexander the Great pushed across the globe on his ...
As Alexander the Great pushed across the globe on his quest for world domination, he met with an unexpected obstacle: King Porus of the Punjab region. Listen in as Katie and Sarah explore the historical Battle of the Hydaspes in this episode.
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Who would have been the Nazi king?
Although Edward VIII is often remembered as a British King ...
Although Edward VIII is often remembered as a British King who abdicated the throne for love, FBI files suggest that there may have been a more sinister motive. Tune in and learn more about Edward VIII's possible Nazi connections in this podcast.
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Wallis Simpson and the Abdication Crisis
In 1936, Britain's King Edward VIII renounced his throne in ...
In 1936, Britain's King Edward VIII renounced his throne in order to marry an American socialite named Wallis Simpson. Join Katie and Sarah as the explore the astonishing story behind Britain's only royal resignation.
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The Kidnapping of Patty Hearst
In 1974, publishing heiress Patty Hearst was kidnapped by the ...
In 1974, publishing heiress Patty Hearst was kidnapped by the Symbionese Liberation Army. Originally a hostage, Hearst eventually became a member of the SLA, participating in at least two robberies. Tune in to learn more about Patty Hearst.
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How the Hearst Castle Works
When newspaper tycoon William Randolph Hearst grew weary of camping, ...
When newspaper tycoon William Randolph Hearst grew weary of camping, he asked Julia Morgan to build a 'small bungalow' in San Simeon, California. More than 20 years later, the gigantic Hearst Castle remains one of the most opulent homes in North America.
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The Death of Lord Darnley
In February of 1567, Lord Darnley lay sleeping in a ...
In February of 1567, Lord Darnley lay sleeping in a house called Kirk o'Field when it exploded. He was certainly dead, but when his body was discovered it seemed that he died of strangulation ... and here the mystery began. Learn more in this episode.
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The Real Citizen Kane
Critics around the world agree that Citizen Kane is one ...
Critics around the world agree that Citizen Kane is one of history's best films -- but who was the basis of this story? Listen in as Sarah and Katie take a look back on the life of William Randolph Hearst in this episode.
