Four Myths About Abraham Lincoln
In today's episode, we dispel four myths about the greatest president in American history: Abraham Lincoln.
30 Aug 20236min
Tuesday Book Review: Peter the Great
In today's Tuesday Book Review, we look at Robert K. Massie's mammoth biography of Russia's most influential Tsar in "Peter the Great: His Life and World."
29 Aug 20234min
Myths About Confederate Monuments
In today's episode, we return to the subject of the American Civil War, specifically an issue that is hotly debated today: Confederate monuments and statues in the public square. Let's look at the rea...
28 Aug 20238min
Sundays with the Saints: St. Francis de Sales
In today's Sundays with the Saints episode, we meet the patron saint of writers and journalists: St. Francis de Sales.
27 Aug 20235min
Fifteen Outstanding Historical Films from the 1960s You Should See
For this Saturday's episode, we're back at the movies. This time, we're looking at 15 great historical films from the glorious 1960s that everyone should see.
26 Aug 202313min
Five Pop Culture Urban Legends Gen X Kids Actually Believed
Since it's Friday, today's episode is a bit lighter than usual. We'll be debunking five urban legends (or myths, if you prefer) that kids in the '70s and '80s totally believed, proving that revisionis...
25 Aug 202312min
Throwback Thursday: Politicians Insulting Each Other Is Nothing New
People today love to lament the lack of civility between our politicians, as if it's a new phenomenon. But is it? In today's Throwback Thursday episode, we set that record straight as we head into ano...
24 Aug 20239min
Three Myths About George Washington
When you're considered the "Father of the Nation," it's inevitable that some myths will spring up about you. Such is the case with George Washington, so let's debunk a few.
23 Aug 20238min
