History. Rated R.

He's the president who never was. Learn about the rise of the youngest Kennedy boy, Bobby, from spoiled rich kid to advocate for civil rights and social change. Plus, we're back in Craig's Forest Gump years as he had drinks with the man when he was a senator! Also, RFK got into some bar fights. Pew pew!

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America sadly has a miserable track record for, well, a lot of things. Our treatment of the Indigenous people of the land that became this country has always been problematic and abhorrent. But despite these atrocities, many courageous and noble Indigenous leaders stood up to fight for themselves and their people, much as they continue to do today. Here are many notable moments and leaders from the first colony at Jamestown to today. Also, the history of a steakhouse!

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We're continuing our celebration of Black History Month by taking a look at the most influential Civil Rights leaders like Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, W.E.B. Du Bois, and more. Plus, analyzing the different approaches and rel meanings of Black power and "non-violence." Plus, the unrelated history of the Negroni because everyone needs a drink for the weekend!

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It's Black History Month and we're celebrating with a special 2 part series! Beginning with Frederick Douglass, Harriet Tubman, and Booker T. Washington, learn of how the early abolitionist movement led to the eventual end of slavery in America and these iconic figures important roles in history.

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Who were the Realist Playwrights? Realism was a kind of, actually very, depressing time for storytelling however it was also focused more on character development and theme in response to difficult, real life circumstances. Key among these players were people like Emile Zola and Anton Chekhov.

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Francisco Franco was the dictator who couldn't be killed! By time at least. Dude ran the country from the 40's to the 70's. During his reign he also managed to keep Spain out of WWII, which we guess is okay. But more importantly, Argentina's superstar and inspiration for the hit musical, Evita makes a STRONG guest appearance. Much more important than shitty dictator Frank.

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One of Hollywood's most famous and important icons (also VIP Gay icon!) Elizabeth Taylor was a woman of many talents and much power in the industry. Known for both her body of work and many, many husbands, let's dive in to the life of a legend. Plus, Craig tells about the time he MET HER!!! And HRR celebrates it's 1 year Anniversary!

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The infamous William Randolph Hearst was one of the world's wealthiest and most legendary publishing magnates (and the inspiration for the film Citizen Kane). He also had a longtime mistress in actress and silent film star Marion Davies who arguably was just as important and influential as he was.

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The Red Scare had a far reach in the United States, and Mr. Joseph McCarthy had fun dipping his greasy fingers all the way into Hollywood. Hear about some of the infamous "Hollywood Blacklist" writers, who found their careers, politics, and livelihoods threatened by the big bad himself. Also! A fun little story about Judy Holliday, the actress who beat McCarthy at his own game.

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Senator Joseph McCarthy is one of history's great legendary villains. Responsible for fueling the Red Scare into a period of persecution of many people, the actual history of how we got to him goes back to World War I. Plus, a reddish fish, learn the history of the Salmon!

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