Not Another History Podcast

On this whimsical episode, Katie and Cindy tackle the theme of "Least Likely to Succeed." Cindy gives a brief history of Neanderthals and Katie shares the story of Daniel Sickles. 

In this episode, Katie and Cindy explore the theme, "In Another Life." Katie tells the fascinating story of  Dorothy Eady and Cindy shares about the amazing escapes of Yoshie Shiratori. 

Ever wondered what a name change could do to your destiny? Saddle up for a historical romp as we toast to the notion of 'New Beginnings,' tracing the life of Ulysses S. Grant from his boyhood as Little Hyrum to becoming a key figure in American history, despite a lukewarm start. Our glasses clink in honor of the potential within us all, narrated alongside Grant's transformation and the love story that fueled his personal life. We juxtapose this against the Donner Party's hopeful quest turned nightmare, setting up a tale of trials on the Oregon Trail that promises to keep you on the edge of your seat.

This episode isn't just about survival; it's about the unexpected twists that define us. We follow Grant's improbable rise from obscurity to the Oval Office, fighting through personal and financial lows to command the Union Army and lead a nation. As we delve into the darker chapters of the Donner Party's journey, we dissect the disastrous decisions and surprising survival insights, weaving a story of human resilience and the critical importance of decision-making. Through the blend of humor and horror, we share the stark realities of pioneer life against the backdrop of American expansion.

Finally, we shift perspective to the overlooked narratives, including the Northern Washoe Native Americans' involvement with the Donner Party. Their story, steeped in tragedy and kindness, offers lessons in how the choices we make resonate far beyond our own lives. As we reflect on these stories, our conversation turns contemplative, pondering the essential wisdom of pacing ourselves in life's journey. So, pour yourself a fizzy favorite, and let's journey through history, exploring the legacies of those who embraced the challenge of new beginnings.

In this episode, our husbands pick the topic! Katie's husband chose the history of the Medal of Honor and Cindy's husband chose the story of Ching Shih.

In this episode, Katie gives a brief history of espionage with a focus on the Elizabethan era. Cindy shares stories about her two favorite spies: Nathan Hale and Julia Child.

In this Halloween special, Katie tells the history of ghosts (going all the way back to Ancient Mesopotamia!) and Cindy shares about the lives of executioners in Europe during the Middle Ages to the 17th  century. 

In this episode, Cindy shares some of the unusual friendships of Tycho Brahe and Katie talks about how you actually CAN fight Nazis with Nazis. 

In this month's episode, Cindy and Katie tell stories from Ancient Egypt. Cindy talks about hippos in Ancient Egypt and Katie shares all about the interesting uses of mummies. 

This episode is for our German listeners! Our stories this week are inspired by tales from the Brothers Grimm.