Pop Quiz | Remember the California Wildfires?
Remember the California Wildfires? Most of us watched the footage, maybe donated to the cause, and moved on. But what happened after the cameras left? Are the homes rebuilt? Why are permits nearly imp...
12 Mar 4min
Temptations of Power | A Discussion on Presidential Scandals
The modern presidency's power is beyond anything our founders could have dreamed. Its limits often seem ill-defined, as are efforts to hold elected officials accountable for their actions. So what can...
9 Mar 26min
Pop Quiz | Taiwan
What happens when a powerful nation attacks a long-standing rival? No, we aren't talking about the United States and Iran (though that conversation is coming). What would happen if China tried to reta...
5 Mar 7min
Temptations of Power | Scandals in the American Presidency
Americans love a scandal, especially when it involves those in power. In this episode, we take a look at three of the most scandal-ridden presidencies in American history (none of which involve living...
2 Mar 17min
Sketches in History | Marching for Progress
Welcome back to 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 sketc...
26 Feb 19min
The Grey Ghost | The USS Enterprise (Repost)
By popular demand, the 15-Minute History team is re-airing one of our most popular episodes. This originally aired on April 8th, 2019. New episode next Monday, March 2nd. ____The name “Enterprise” is ...
23 Feb 15min
Pop Quiz | Steve Jobs
Walter Isaacson's biography paints Steve Jobs as a visionary genius. But was Jobs truly the inventor and designer he's often portrayed as?In this pop quiz, we talk Steve Jobs's leadership style, his c...
19 Feb 6min
Changing the Constitution | A Discussion on the Progressive Amendments
This discussion covers the four progressive amendments and how each changed Americans' relationship with their government. Joe and I also delve into some broader topics about constitutional changes an...
16 Feb 43min
