History Shorts

Today's guest is James R. Benn, the best-selling mystery writer of the Billy Boyle World War II historical fiction series. His work has been praised by both The New York Times and The Seattle Post, with the latter calling the Billy Boyle series "always entertaining, filled with riveting characters, and beautifully plotted stories."

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For some, the American Civil War had never ended, which is a sad fact. Yet, for others, the legacy seems even more misplaced, literally - especially if you live in a town called Americana in the Brazilian state of San Paulo.

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Did you know many believe the White House to be one of the nation's premier haunted houses? After all, what other place do you get to hang out with the likes of Andrew Jackson or Abraham Lincoln - and that's just two of the alleged spirits haunting the halls.

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When one thinks of the French Revolution, they undoubtedly think of one of its biggest symbols, the Guillotine. But did you know that the device was actually invented and later popularized by doctors, not as a weapon of terror but as a humane method of execution?

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Proclaimed king upon his birth in 1886, Alfonso XIII of Spain inherited a nation long past its prime. Yet, as luck would have it, while all other European monarchs of the late 19th century became targets for anarchist radicals, the young King seemed immune to attempts on his life—that is, until his wedding.

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Check out the trailer for Peter's conversation with Dan Carlin, and make sure you click the "subscribe" button so you don't miss the whole conversation, which drops on September 13th—wherever you listen to your podcast!

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Ready to test your knowledge of the American Revolution?

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There was a darker side to American hero Charles Lindbergh—one that, had he cashed in on his fame in 1940 and run for the presidency, would have undoubtedly resulted in a much different course for the United States.

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Neal Bascomb is an acclaimed journalist, author, and historian who is known for his ability to transform complex historical events into captivating narratives. His books have topped national bestselling lists for years and include such New York Times Bestsellers as The Winter Fortress, Faster, and The Perfect Mile.

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Indiana Jones has roamed the globe battling Nazis while digging up deserts and saving religious artifacts while managing to land the beautiful girl at the end. And then, he went back to Wisconsin... wait, what?

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