Today when you talk about wild west criminals, you hear names like Jesse James and Billy the Kid. But back in the day, Sam Bass was a legendary outlaw whose name sparked fear all over the Lone Star State, even the Texas Rangers. Join Jack and Lauren as we dive into the story of the Sam Bass Gang (and the rumors of the gang’s buried treasure!).

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Join Jack and Lauren as we discuss the bravery and determination of the Polish people in the Warsaw Uprising during WWII. The underground operation attempted to oust the German army and take back control of their city. Despite many incredible acts of bravery, their attempts ended in tragedy. Today’s History in a Hurry is a listener suggestion. If you have one for us, send it to [email protected].

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In an attempt to get New York (and the rest of the states) on board with the constitution, Alexander Hamilton sits down to write the Federalist Papers. Plus, he begins to butt heads with some of his colleagues, including Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr. Join Jack and Lauren for the dramatic finish to this founding father’s complicated life.

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Alexander Hamilton is one of America’s most well-known founding fathers. Although he became one of the new country’s most powerful voices, Hamilton came from humble beginnings as an immigrant and an “illegitimate” child. Join Jack and Lauren as we dive into Hamilton’s early life and service in the Revolutionary War. Thanks to History in a Hurry listener Will for the episode suggestion!

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It's time for some medical history! Join Jack and Lauren as they discuss the research and development of the world's first modern antibiotic and the tragedy that forever changed the role of the federal government in the production of new medicines.

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It’s episode 70 of History in a Hurry! Join Jack and Lauren as we discuss the most recent episodes we’ve covered on the podcast. We also review some movies and shows (marginally) related to our episode topics, including Watchmen, Exodus: Gods and Kings, and Stargate.

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King Hatshepsut ruled Egypt thousands of years ago and was known as a powerful leader and magnificent builder. She was also a woman, and her successor tried to erase her from the pages of history. Join Jack and Lauren as we discuss how Egyptologists were able to re-discover King Hatshepsut and piece together her history centuries later.

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When we last left the Romans, Hannibal had crushed them at the Battle of the Trebia River. But believe it or not, he was just getting started. Join Jack and Lauren as they conclude the epic story of the struggle between Carthage and Rome.

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We're back and we're hitting the ground running! Join Jack and Lauren as they discuss one of the most important and consequential wars in all of human history. Republican Rome will be pushed to the absolute brink by the ancient North African power of Carthage.

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Just like the Terminator, we said we'd be back and now we are! Join us for a quick update and discussion.

New episodes of History in a Hurry start back on June 24th

New episodes of Coldest Cases are back July 2nd

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