Mossbunker Review

In this episode of the Mossbunker Review, historian Dr. Liam Atchison explores the fourth habit of historically conscious people: practicing the Golden Rule toward the past. Through stories and examples, Dr. Liam discusses how patience, proportion, and empathy enable us to listen to history with humility and understanding, treating the people and events of the past with the same respect and dignit...

In this episode of the Mossbunker Review, historian Dr. Liam Atchison explores the third habit of historically conscious people: the practice of reading history thoughtfully and with purpose. Through the lens of a poignant letter from Clementine Churchill to her husband Winston during World War II, Dr. Liam illustrates the value of engaging with both primary and secondary sources to gain deeper in...

Join retired historian Dr. Liam Atchison as he explores the first two habits of historically conscious people: curiosity and attunement. Discover how developing these habits can transform how you see the past — and its impact on your life today. Through engaging stories and practical insights, Dr. Liam shows why history matters and how anyone can cultivate a deeper awareness of the world around th...

Step inside the chilling halls of Bodsey Lodge, where history and the supernatural collide. In “The Ghost Princes of Bodsey Lodge,” retired historian Liam recounts a haunting winter stay in the English countryside, where echoes of Viking royalty and mysterious apparitions blur the line between legend and reality. Join Liam and his family as they unravel the secrets beneath ancient flagstones, enco...

A midlife scholar’s quest for a Ph. D. becomes an unforgettable adventure through rare libraries, ancient manuscripts, and moments of humor and grace. From the Rylands Library drama to Britain’s first Starbucks Chai Latte, this reflective story reveals the exhilaration, doubt, and wonder behind finishing a dissertation later in life.

Join historian Dr. Liam Atchison on the Mossbunker Review as he binge-watches classic TV, uncovering surprising truths about 1950s America through the lens of “What’s My Line?” Expect playful insights, cultural commentary, and at least one surprise in a nostalgic journey that blends history, humor, and the quirks of television’s golden age.

Join historian Dr. Liam Atchison on the Mossbunker Review as he explores Desiderius Erasmus’s timeless wisdom on friendship, loneliness, and community. Discover why true friends are rare, why isolation is dangerous, and how embracing authentic connection can transform your life—served with stories, coffee, and a dash of Renaissance humor.

What is a Mossbunker anyway? Historian Dr. Liam Atchison introduces the Mossbunker Review, sharing the story behind his unique writing shed and its hand in inspiring this podcast. Blending history, personal reflection, and a love of storytelling, this episode invites listeners into a sanctuary where ideas are sown, memories are cherished, and the past comes alive.

E. B. “Andy” White (1899-1985), renowned writer for The New Yorker magazine,  author of Charlotte’s Web, Stuart Little, and The Elements of Style, had a complex relationship with animals. In this lighthearted pair of stories, Dr. Liam discusses one of his favorite authors and Some Pig.

In this episode of the Mossbunker Review, historian Dr. Liam Atchison reflects on the power of adages and the wisdom of sharing life’s gifts. Inspired by Erasmus, Liam explores the meaning of generosity, living with an open hand, and the idea that “all books are neighbors.” Through personal stories and philosophical musings, he invites listeners to consider how friendship, history, and literature...

Not all curiosity is good. Some is nosy, intrusive, or self-absorbed. But true curiosity—rooted in presence and availability—can transform relationships. In this episode, we explore Kierkegaard’s warning against “chatter,” the temptation to fill silence with empty words, and how presence opens the door to genuine encounters. Curiosity, rightly practiced, becomes a gift that bridges loneliness and...

Ever been stuck with strangers and thought curiosity would save the day—only to end up lonelier? In this episode, discover why not all curiosity is created equal, and how the good kind can turn awkward moments into real connection.

Some thoughts about the virtue of curiosity in relationships.

In this sequel episode, a mysterious delivery to the family farmhouse sets the stage for a tale of suspense, childhood fears, and family mischief. When a giant, unsealed cardboard box addressed to “Dr. Atchison” (Dr. Liam’s father) appears on the porch, young Liam’s curiosity is piqued only after a series of eerie events and unsettling sounds emanate from the old milk house. Mossbunker. Review

This podcast is a vivid memoir of growing up on a small farmstead at the edge of a changing town. The author reflects on a childhood surrounded by fields, woods, and a creek known as Five Mile Creek, with a landscape dotted by outbuildings and a historic farmhouse. Central to the story is the enigmatic Milk House—a clay-block structure that, despite its name, never stored milk in the author’s memo...