15-Minute History

Xerxes I, also known as Xerxes the Great, was a Persian king who ruled over the vast Achaemenid Empire from 486 BCE to 465 BCE. He was the son of King Darius I and Atossa, the daughter of Cyrus the Gr...

16 Jan 202418min

It’s Christmas Day, 1863, and a man is reading a letter. The letter had arrived several days before, but every time he picks up the parchment, it feels like the first time. He sits quietly in the soli...

22 Des 20236min

When reviewing evil in history, ancient kings are easy targets. Join us as we discuss two kings and detail two major events during their reign.

18 Des 202321min

Welcome to the Pop Quiz! Every other Thursday, Joe asks a topical question about history, and Jon has to answer it without any help or resources - other than his legendary memory and knowledge of hist...

14 Des 202311min

When reviewing evil in history, ancient kings are easy targets. It is common to review their actions out of the context of their time, apply current values to ancient actions, and judge accordingly. ...

11 Des 202315min

Welcome to a new segment in 15-Minute History called, Thursday Thoughts! Every other Thursday, Joe will speak about a specific person, place, or event in history in under five minutes. This week, we t...

7 Des 20235min

Join us as we discuss confronting evil, the three figures in history, and the actions that inspire others to stand.

4 Des 202335min

Welcome to the Pop Quiz! Every other Thursday, Joe asks a topical question about history, and Jon has to answer it without any help or resources - other than his legendary memory and knowledge of hist...

30 Nov 20237min