History Teachers Talking

Join us as we talk about Muhammad Ali; a boxer, philanthropist, and social activist who is universally regarded as one of the greatest athletes of the 20th century.

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Not just any spear here, but the Holy Lance. The spear that pierced the side of Jesus at the crucifixion - one referred to as an ancient weapon forged by a Hebrew prophet, revered for its power in battle, and sought after by generals, emperors, and kings up until modern times.

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Join us as we talk about one of the leading figures of early American history, Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790); a statesman, author, publisher, scientist, inventor, and diplomat.

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The Death of Superman was a 1992 stunt that turned out to be DC's bestselling Superman comic ever - changing the comic book industry forever.

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Some military invasions throughout history were planned and considered in writing but were never carried out due to logistical, military, or political reasons. Had they been, the world we know today would have been much different.

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In a little-known episode at the height of World War I, President Woodrow Wilson dispatched thousands of American soldiers to Siberia. This is their story.

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North Sentinel Island is home to the fiercely independent Sentinelese tribe known to reject any contact with outsiders. Join us as we discuss the mystery of one of the most isolated places on the planet.

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There are 31 American Presidents who served in the military. And then there were those whose service would affect the outcomes of battles, of entire wars, and of the nation itself. Here is their story.

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Over the years, certain toys have topped nearly every kid's list, and in some instances, scarce supplies sent the public into veritable shopping frenzies. Join us as we talk about some of the most notorious consumer chaos-causing products from the last few decades

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Between 1839 and 1842, British forces fought a war in China that benefitted drug smugglers... well, kind of. Here is the full story.

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