In this week’s post Halloween show, Michael McCusker talks about the horrific practice of witch burning; and shares an eloquent and stunning essay he wrote about his Vietnam experiences as a soldier there in 1966, entitled, “Happy Birthday, Mother.”

Michael McCusker explores wide-ranging topics, from the Cuban Missile Crisis to the Supreme Court’s views on social media and government.

Michael McCusker offers perspective on the history of revolutions in the US and Europe. Also, a hard look at issues of violence and sexual assault, in light of October’s designation as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Michael McCusker shares uncomfortable truths about famous explorers, including Christopher Columbus, in honor of Columbus Day, and Captain Robert Gray, who named the Columbia River after his ship, the Columbia Rediviva.”

Michael McCusker shares his perspective on the “suicide of civilization” and takes a look at Astoria, Oregon, in the 1980s.

Michael McCusker discusses the fraud ruling against Donald Trump issued Monday by New York judge Arthur Engoron, in a case involving multiple business holdings by the former president.

Michael McCusker speaks on the upcoming anniversary of September 11th, 2001

Michael McCusker features a piece of writing by Beth Sauders titled “The U.S. History of Child Labor.”