Before Pride, before Stonewall, before RuPaul’s Drag Race—there was William Dorsey Swann. Born into slavery in 1860, Swann became the first self-proclaimed drag queen in American history and led a radical movement of joy, defiance, and survival in the heart of post-Civil War Washington D.C.

In this episode, we dive into the miraculous story of America’s first queer freedom fighter—a man who threw drag balls when the world threw chains. Inspired by Bob the Drag Queen’s Harriet Tubman: Live in Concert, this is a powerful exploration of identity, resistance, and the hidden legacies of Black queer liberation.

On a cold February night in 1978, five men left a basketball game in Chico, California, for what should have been a routine drive home. But instead of heading south, they veered east—deep into the remote and frigid Plumas National Forest—never to be seen alive again. Was it a wrong turn, a sinister encounter, or something far stranger?  This is the haunting mystery of the Yuba County Five.

Fred Hampton was 21 years old, electrifying, and uniting the people in a way that terrified the U.S. government. So, in the early hours of December 4, 1969, they did what governments do best: they murdered him in his sleep and called it a "shootout." But this isn’t just the story of an assassination—it’s the story of a movement, the truth behind the Black Panther Party, and how the FBI’s COINTELPRO program waged war against those who dared to demand justice. Grab a seat and maybe a stiff drink—this one's going to piss you off.

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The CIA was officially created to protect American democracy, but its true purpose was shaping global events through covert operations and political manipulation. From overthrowing elected leaders to botched assassinations involving exploding cigars, the agency’s history is filled with deception, brutality, and unchecked power. This episode dives into the CIA’s greatest hits, from Operation Ajax to the blood-soaked horrors of Operation Condor. With a legacy built on coups, cover-ups, and cold-blooded assassinations, the agency has operated as America’s most dangerous weapon since day one.

Step back into 1700s America, where Owen and Ruth Brown’s staunch Calvinist beliefs laid the groundwork for their son, John Brown—a man who would become one of the most polarizing figures in U.S. history. From witnessing the horrors of slavery at a young age to organizing militant resistance, Brown’s mission for liberation fueled the nation’s march toward civil war. In this timely episode, we examine Brown’s transformation from a devout abolitionist to a revolutionary leader, explore his ties with figures like Frederick Douglass and Harriet Tubman, and uncover the legacy of his infamous raid at Harpers Ferry. What can John Brown teach us about moral conviction in the face of systemic oppression today? Tune in for an unflinching look at a historical figure who refused to let freedom wait.

Discover the fascinating origins of psychological warfare and how it has evolved into the modern era. From the ancient battlefield tricks of Persian kings and Genghis Khan's fear tactics to Alexander the Great's unifying strategies and the propaganda leaflets of WWII, we trace the history of psyops and uncover when it all began. Learn how fear, deception, and cultural manipulation became powerful tools of war, influencing minds long before the digital age.

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Stanley Kubrick's genius transformed cinema, but his final film, Eyes Wide Shut, remains shrouded in mystery and controversy. Was Kubrick exposing hidden power structures, secret societies, and elite corruption? Dive into his career, from self-taught photographer to groundbreaking filmmaker, and uncover the theories surrounding studio censorship, missing footage, and his untimely death that some say wasn’t an accident.

UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson is dead, and the headlines are calling it a terrorist murder plot. But the timing—right after insider trading allegations and a massive data breach—feels too perfect. Enter Luigi Mangione, the supposed assassin, whose arrest raises more questions than answers. Was he set up to distract from deeper corruption? This episode unpacks the murder, the scandals, and the centuries-old tactic of scapegoating, revealing how the powerful protect themselves by blaming the powerless. Get ready to see the story behind the headlines.

In this episode, we dive into the dark origins of Krampus, tracing his roots back to ancient pagan winter solstice rituals and the Wild Hunt. From fearsome nature spirits to his role as Saint Nicholas' dark counterpart, Krampus embodies the chaotic balance between light and dark, good and evil. We explore how Krampus evolved through Christianization, was suppressed by the Church and Nazis, and is now experiencing a cultural resurgence. Tune in for a journey through folklore, mythology, and the twisted history of this iconic holiday figure.

Dive into the dramatic saga of Caligula, one of Rome's most controversial emperors, in our latest podcast episode. From his noble birth in 12 CE into the powerful Julio-Claudian dynasty to his alarming descent into tyranny, this episode explores Caligula's complex reign and the extreme behaviors that marked his rule. Join us as we unravel the intricate events that led from his promising start as the beloved son of a popular general to his ultimate ruin and the enduring legacy of his notorious rule.