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Two creatures found in the woods are taken in by a troubled couple. McSweeney's is a literary journal based in San Francisco.

The podcast teaching us the history lessons we all should know.

Hosted by Mattias Hessérus – features interviews with leading historians and authors.

How did a young tradesman in early 18th-century Philadelphia with no money, no connections, and no formal education end up as a leading scientist, an inventor, a master diplomat - and even a Founding Father of the United States of America? He used the same resource we have inside ourselves: a capacity for self-improvement.

A million-copy seller, Henry Hazlitt’s Economics in One Lesson is a classic economic primer. But it is also much more, having become a fundamental influence on modern “libertarian” economics of the type espoused by Ron Paul and others. Called by H. L. Mencken “one of the few economists in history who could really write,” Henry Hazlitt achieved lasting fame for this brilliant but concise work.

Military history often highlights successes and suggests a sense of inevitability about victory, but there is so much that can be gleaned from considering failures. Study these crucibles of history to gain a better understanding of why a civilization took - or didn't take - a particular path.

Despite the flames of record-breaking temperatures licking at our feet, most people fail to fully grasp the gravity of environmental overheating. What acquired habits and conveniences allow us to turn a blind eye with an air of detachment? Using examples from the hottest places on earth, Heat, a History shows how scientific methods of accounting for heat and modern forms of acclimatization have desensitized us to climate change.

Lessons from History traces the Israelites from the covenant at Sinai, through Babylonian exile, Maccabean revival, and Roman dispersion. In parallel, the narrative follows the trajectory of Islamic civilization from the Prophetic era and Rightly Guided Caliphate to periods of fragmentation and modern reform movements. Dr. Ahmad identifies a recurring pattern: spiritual strength leading to political ascendancy, moral decline resulting in subjugation, and revival emerging from sincere repentance.

Professor Connel Fullenkamp of Duke University guides listeners through four centuries of economic disasters - from tulip mania in the 1600s to the Great Recession of 2007-2009. Each of his 24 lectures covers a notable incident of financial misfortune or folly that is worthy of a Hollywood thriller.

Think of this as the anti-textbook. It pulls back the curtain on sanitized historical narratives to reveal the corrupt, tragic, and often blood-soaked reality underneath. From the twisted roots of medical practices to government cover-ups, the show investigates how yesterday’s horrors silently sculpted today’s world. It’s a deep dive into the messy, uncomfortable truths society tries to forget, blending research with a candid voice that asks: why didn't we learn this sooner? It is history with the lights turned off and the ugly secrets fully exposed.

Thinking about education in the past can help us make sense of it in the present and the future. In this podcast Daisy and Elizabeth consider what lessons the history of education can teach us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Art of Investing: Lessons from History's Greatest Traders profiles over 30 men and women at the pinnacle of the investing field, including Warren Buffett, Ray Dalio, John Bogle, Peter Lynch, George Soros, T. Rowe Price, Jr., Linda Bradford Raschke, David Dreman, Michael Burry, and others involved in such ventures as value stocks, growth stocks, mutual funds, index funds, hedge funds, commodity futures, private equity, sovereign wealth, distressed assets, and more.

This compelling 1942 Army manual, created during World War II, features firsthand accounts from soldiers on the front lines, sharing their unique experiences in combat. Organized by subject, each entry includes the soldier’s name, location, and a poignant quote. General George C. Marshall introduces the manual with a powerful message The purpose of ‘Combat Lessons’ is to provide our officers and enlisted men with the invaluable battle experiences of their comrades. To maximize impact, these lessons must be shared without delay. While they may not reflect the War Departments official ...

A podcast about movies about history, and (sometimes) the history of movies.

Comicbook History Lessons with TikTok Influencer @comics_and_cupcakes (Ambrosha Koepp). Each episode Ambrosha will explore the rich history and discover the stories behind the legacies and downfalls within one of the most compelling mediums to date. Comicbooks! So class please take a seat Comicbook History Lessons is now in session.

Welcome Minifans, and join me, Shane Mudgett, in reliving the best,funniest & wildest moments of the greatest podcast in the world hosted by Podcast Jesus himself, Kirk Minihane! Twitter: Shane_Mudgett Tik Tok: BSSHistoryLesson

Texas History Lessons is a slow walk through Texas history. It takes the time to learn about the many exciting and important people, places and events in Texas history, with a focus on some that are sometimes overlooked. So join in and time travel back to visit the amazing people and events that helped shape modern Texas and the world.

Leadership Coming in all Shapes, Colors, & Times, Something We Once Had

History isn’t just in textbooks—it’s in our roots, our streets, and our stories. 10-Minute History Lessons is a fast-paced, no-fluff podcast uncovering the overlooked, untold, and game-changing moments in history. From hidden figures to cultural revolutions, each bite-sized episode delivers a decade’s worth of knowledge in just 10 minutes or less. Whether it’s the Afro-Latinx pioneers who shaped music, the resistance movements that defied oppression, or the unsung heroes of civil rights, this podcast is your go-to for history that hits different. History should be short, never ...

History Lessons with Bill Anderson