Historia Obscura

This week on Historia Obscura: how a French mercenary used his military prowess to become the absolute ruler of a small African nation. Special thanks to Patreon subscribers Barbara, Cameron Sherman, ...

7 Jul 202318min

This week on Historia Obscura: how longstanding political division in the early State of Israel turned deadly over the fate of an arms shipment. Special thanks to Patreon subscribers Barbara, Cameron ...

23 Jun 202319min

This week on Historia Obscura: how two of the most famous tourist attractions associated with New York may actually be part of New Jersey, according to the Supreme Court. Special thanks to Patreon sub...

9 Jun 202318min

This week on Historia Obscura: how a South American dictator's relentless ambition led to the demise of more than half of his country's citizens. Special thanks to Patreon subscribers Barbara, Lisa Ch...

26 Mai 202318min

This week on Historia Obscura: how a shooting of four teenages on a New York City subway turned one man into a hero to some, and a monster to others. Special thanks to Patreon subscribers Barbara, Lis...

12 Mai 202318min

This week on Historia Obscura: how Nazi fascism gained traction in Ireland during World War II. Special thanks to Patreon subscribers Barbara, Lisa Chase, and Tom! Subscribe to my Patreon at https://w...

28 Apr 202317min

This week on Historia Obscura: how a series of reforms after a prison riot led to a legal battle over the applicability of the least-known amendment of the Bill of Rights. Special thanks to Patreon su...

14 Apr 202317min

This week on Historia Obscura: how the life of arguably the most prominent LGBT rights activist in Africa was tragically cut short by hate and intolerance. Special thanks to Patreon subscribers Barbar...

31 Mar 202317min