Who Were the American Whigs?
The Whig Party, active from the 1830s to the 1850s, arose in opposition to Andrew Jackson’s perceived executive overreach and championed economic modernization through Henry Clay’s American System. Despite producing presidents and influencing national policy, deep ideological divisions, especially over slavery, undermined their cohesion, leaving them unable to govern effectively. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A RATING OR A REVIEW! THANK YOU IN ADVANCE! SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.patreon.com/c/HistoryShortsPodcast ADVERTISE: https://www.historyshortspodcast.com/advertise LEARN MORE: https://www.historyshortspodcast.com/ SPONSORED BY: https://www.podcastrepublic.net/get-it-now
18 Sep 13min
FDR's Struggle Against Opposition
Franklin D. Roosevelt’s unprecedented four-term presidency earned him both admiration and fierce criticism, as opponents accused him of fostering a “cult of personality” and overstepping constitutional limits. Right-wing figures, business leaders, and even some clergy portrayed him as a tyrant, while his use of radio and public appearances was sometimes condemned as manipulative propaganda. Despite these attacks, FDR’s policies reshaped the nation during the Great Depression and World War II, leaving a legacy that was as controversial as it was transformative. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A RATING OR A REVIEW! THANK YOU IN ADVANCE! SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.patreon.com/c/HistoryShortsPodcast ADVERTISE: https://www.historyshortspodcast.com/advertise LEARN MORE: https://www.historyshortspodcast.com/ SPONSORED BY: https://www.podcastrepublic.net/get-it-now
17 Sep 13min
The Madness of Goya: Secrets of the Black Paintings
In the final years of his life, Francisco de Goya painted the haunting Black Paintings directly onto the walls of his home, creating a series of dark, intimate visions that reflected fear, despair, and the brutality of human nature. From the monstrous Saturn Devouring His Son to the enigmatic The Dog, these works were never meant for public eyes, yet they reveal the raw intensity of Goya’s genius and turmoil. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A RATING OR A REVIEW! THANK YOU IN ADVANCE! SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.patreon.com/c/HistoryShortsPodcast ADVERTISE: https://www.historyshortspodcast.com/advertise LEARN MORE: https://www.historyshortspodcast.com/ SPONSORED BY: https://www.podcastrepublic.net/get-it-now
16 Sep 10min
Conversations: Suffrage, Free Love, & the First Woman to Run for President, w/ Eden Collinsworth
In this episode of History Shorts, Eden Collinsworth joins us to explore her newest book, The Improbable Victoria Woodhull. We dive into the life of Woodhull, the first woman to run for U.S. president, her radical ideas on women’s rights and free love, and the social upheavals she navigated in 19th‑century America. Eden shares surprising stories and insights that bring this bold, controversial figure vividly to life. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A RATING OR A REVIEW! THANK YOU IN ADVANCE! SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.patreon.com/c/HistoryShortsPodcast ADVERTISE: https://www.historyshortspodcast.com/advertise LEARN MORE: https://www.historyshortspodcast.com/ SPONSORED BY THE COLLECTOR: www.thecollector.com THIS WEEK'S THE COLLECTOR.COM'S ARTICLE SELECTION: Who Were the Suffragettes? First Wave Feminism
15 Sep 28min
Secret WW2: Salon Kitty
LIMITED SERIES #11: Secret WW2- During World War II, Salon Kitty, a high-class Berlin brothel, was covertly transformed by the Nazis into an espionage hub. Hidden microphones and strategically trained prostitutes were used to gather intelligence from influential clients, including diplomats and military officers, feeding sensitive information directly to the SS. The operation exemplified the regime’s willingness to exploit personal and intimate spaces for state surveillance. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A RATING OR A REVIEW! THANK YOU IN ADVANCE! SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.patreon.com/c/HistoryShortsPodcast ADVERTISE: https://www.historyshortspodcast.com/advertise LEARN MORE: https://www.historyshortspodcast.com/ SPONSORED BY: https://www.podcastrepublic.net/get-it-now
14 Sep 8min
The State of Franklin That Never Was
The State of Franklin was an unrecognized, short-lived territory in the 1780s formed by settlers in what is now eastern Tennessee who sought to create a new state separate from North Carolina. Despite drafting a constitution and attempting to establish a functioning government, Franklin struggled with internal divisions, financial instability, and lack of federal recognition, ultimately failing to gain admission to the Union. By 1788, the territory was reabsorbed into North Carolina, leaving behind a fascinating episode of American frontier ambition and early experiments in statehood. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A RATING OR A REVIEW! THANK YOU IN ADVANCE! SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.patreon.com/c/HistoryShortsPodcast ADVERTISE: https://www.historyshortspodcast.com/advertise LEARN MORE: https://www.historyshortspodcast.com/ SPONSORED BY: https://www.podcastrepublic.net/get-it-now
13 Sep 10min
Conversations: Ancient Mesopotamia and the Birth of History, w/ Moudhy Al Rashid
Join us as Moudhy Al Rashid delves into Between Two Rivers: Ancient Mesopotamia and the Birth of History, exploring the cradle of civilization where writing, law, and urban society first emerged. We uncover the ingenuity of early rulers, their respect for historical preservation, and the cultural innovations that shaped humanity’s first civilizations. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A RATING OR A REVIEW! THANK YOU IN ADVANCE! BUY MOUDHY'S BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Between-Two-Rivers-Ancient-Mesopotamia/dp/1324036427 SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.patreon.com/c/HistoryShortsPodcast ADVERTISE: https://www.historyshortspodcast.com/advertise LEARN MORE: https://www.historyshortspodcast.com/ EPISODE SPONSORED BY THE COLLECTOR: www.thecollector.com THIS WEEK'S THE COLLECTOR.COM'S ARTICLE SELECTION: How did Mesopotamia Become the Cradle of Civilization? Ancient Mesopotamia: How did art lead to writing?
12 Sep 31min
The Free City of Danzig
The Free City of Danzig was established in 1920 under the Treaty of Versailles as a semi-autonomous city-state to provide Poland access to the sea while appeasing both German and Polish interests. Although nominally independent, it was heavily influenced by Germany, leading to tensions with Poland over trade, customs, and citizenship. These tensions, coupled with rising Nazi influence in the 1930s, made Danzig a flashpoint in the lead-up to World War II, culminating in its annexation by Germany in 1939 and the outbreak of the war. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A RATING OR A REVIEW! THANK YOU IN ADVANCE! SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.patreon.com/c/HistoryShortsPodcast ADVERTISE: https://www.historyshortspodcast.com/advertise LEARN MORE: https://www.historyshortspodcast.com/ SPONSORED BY: https://www.podcastrepublic.net/get-it-now
11 Sep 11min
