History. Rated R.

Luke Skywalker assumes his rightful throne as Master of the Popes. Or actually Martin Luther and the dissent of Protestantism gives rise to combat the Catholic Church in a battle for supremacy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this chapter of the Popes...the Crusades! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THERE'S A LOT OF GROUND TO COVER FOLKS, LET'S CONTINUE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Pope. Icon, figurehead, male model (not really), person of controversy. By listener request we are diving into the history of the Popes and there are 200 some odd of these dudes so sit back...you're in for a wild ride. We're sure this all panned out exactly the way Jesus and God intended. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's everyone's favorite person in history that actors like to play, Winston Churchill! He had a long (very long, in fact) career in politics and didn't become Prime Minister until he was 66. Hear about his influential role in history, especially during WWII. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two of the most legendary evil men in History, but one was a LOT worse than the other. Do we compare evil? They both were. Hear about Rasputin's reputation as a faith healer and cult leader and how it, in a way, set the stage for the dispicable deeds of Joseph Stalin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Germany hasn't always exactly been "Germany." It's long history, and many components both literal and figurative, leading up to World War I features a lot of conflict and craziness, culminating with a dude named Kaiser Wilhelm. I'm sure you've heard of Prussia? It's explained! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back! It's been a nice little month long Summer break but we're ready to dive back in to stories connected to Will's vacation. First up on his trip was London so naturally...we talk about Queen Victoria! Hear the fascinating tale of a woman 5th in line for the throne who actually becomes Queen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're going back to Hollywood to talk about the life and career of the great Ava Gardner. From difficult upbringing, to being deemed perfectly untalented, a whirlwind marriage to Frank Sinatra, there's so much to reveal! Plus, per Craig's (Craig's father?) request, the history of the "Scorpion" cocktail. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Times are currently tense between the US and China and have been for some time, but it hasn't always been that way. Here, your Uncle Craig brings you the history of China's movement to the Comunist Party and how it affected their relationship with the United States. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The most controversial book in the bible! Many believe it to be prophetic and absolutely true, many (like Will) believe it to be an acid trip sort of fever dream but not necessarily the words of Jesus. Let it be up to you to decide! Either way, your uncle Craig provides an indepth look at its meaning and history. Plus, God says adios to the world in Revelation, we're talking about the cocktail the...

It's the man Will takes the most umbrage with when it comes to the new testament! Nevertheless, Craig brings us a detailed history and riveting story of Saint Paul aka Saul of Tarsus. From Jewish Roman to Christian megamind. Plus, the St. Paul cocktail! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you know your favorite childhood book/movie is actually a piece of political writing by a guy making an argument for Populism? Well, it is! Our special correspondant slash man in the field slash friend of show slash former boss of Will, Christian Bladt is back with us to PULL BACK THE CURTAIN to reveal the history and real meaning behind everyone's favorite technicolor picture slash book. Also...

It's finally here! Will got his act together and did the research to bring you the history of Hollywood's transition from silent pictures to talkies. Thanks to listener Eli for the recommendation! Hear all about the advent of the technology as well as some notably important films as Hollywood made the switch. Plus, the history of the Old Fashioned as brought to you by Craig. Learn more about your...

He's the Revolutionary War hero from Spain you've never heard of...Bernardo Gálvez! He helped American win the fight against the British and claim our independence, not to mention continue to be a boss military leader for Spain as his life continued. He's the man Galveston, TX is named after. It's not just a Glen Campbell song! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The man, the myth, the legend, it's ya boi...JC! Not just the second best member of the band NSYNC but also a super famous Rabbi and religious leader who didn't come to start a new religion but mostly to reform his own, for better or worse. Learn the historical life, the faith based life, and the importance of his rhetorical abilities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We continue our journey down the road of the history of ancient Rome! Will continues to be under the weather but the show must go on. Plus, quick history of a queer cocktail! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rome!!! Everyone loves it. Who REALLY knows it? Your uncle Craig takes you from myth to history in part one of our deep dive into ancient Rome. We're really just scratching the surface, but it's hopefully enough to scratch that itch! AND! The history of an Italian cocktail...the Cardinale! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

She's got Bette Davis eyes...because this episode is about...Bette Davis. Legendary film icon and star, your uncle Craig takes you through her life and career. Plus, Kacey is back with a round of trivia for the guys that they may or may not be bad at. And the cocktail that Joan Crawford said was better than slapping Bette Davis in the face. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...

Can we do the entire history of Greece in an hour? No, not really. But Craig covers a lot of ground starting from myth and winding into historical fact. Plus, a sepcial spousal guest appearance by miss Kacey Lynn Short who brings us the history of Ouzo! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 th...

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! Learn more about your ad choices...

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices