The Sons Of History

It was a huge shock to most people when video footage was shown of the Cathedral of Notre Dame burning. Construction on the cathedral began in 1160 and was completed 100 years later. So much history has taken place there, it would be a shame not to restore it (although it will never be the same). Some people have shown their disdain for any type of religiosity, and The Sons of History tackle all o...

In honor of Holy Week, The Sons of History discuss their personal experience with Christianity.

Hollywood entertainers continue to revel in their own political brilliance and some really do go too far in very idiotic fashion. For Dustin Bass and Alan Wakim, there are some entertainers who can go as far as they wish (well, at least in theory). The Sons of History take a moment to have a little fun and bring across a lighter side. The Sons of History have assembled their list of entertainers w...

The Electoral College has been questioned from the creation of the Constitution. The Federalists argued for it and we continue to debate it today. It is definitely a conversation worth having. Senator Elizabeth Warren has advocated doing away with it, but The Sons of History think she may be advocating an impossibility and something that would be worse than the current system. The Founding Fathers...

The Mueller Report is in, but it hasn’t been made public in its entirety. Attorney General William Barr, however, released several major points from the report. The Sons of History discuss this major historical moment, and what can be expected moving forward. The Sons of History also give their book recommendations and their first movie recommendations. For further research, here are some of our r...

The Sons of History discuss President Trump's recent use of the national emergency power provided to him by the National Emergency Act of 1976. The Executive Branch has continued to grow in power over the past century, but is Congress and the American People finally coming to grip that the Executive Branch has grown too powerful? Alan Wakim and Dustin Bass talk about how America has gotten to wher...

The UK looks like it is all but out of the EU. The Brexit is almost complete. This got Alan Wakim, of The Sons of History, thinking. What if there was an American version of Brexit in which states got out of the Union? Of course, we are all familiar with the secession movement of the 1860s, and the end result of the Civil War. But there continues to be whispers of seceding from the Union from stat...

This is part two of The Sons of History's talk on socialism. The constant rage for a socialized economy continues to be requested by those who either know what it is and deliberately misrepresent it, or by those simply do not know what it is. Last week's episode discussed whether or not those "socialist" Nordic countries were actually socialist. This week the discussion is more on the methods and...

There has been a lot of tossing and turning over which countries are actually socialist and which ones are not. The Sons of History discuss precisely what socialism is because there seems to be a halo that keeps being put on the ideology. We also clear up any confusion about those "socialist" Nordic countries. So for any self-proclaimed socialists out there, and anyone else for that matter, give i...

Dustin Bass and Alan Wakim of The Sons of History selected several black American athletes to discuss for Black History Month. Kenny Washington, Jesse Owens, Jack Johnson, and Major Taylor were on the list. You won't want to miss how these athletes changed the game in America. Also, The Sons of History talk about their personal favorite athletes growing up. They also, as always, give their book re...

It's Black History Month! That's all good and dandy, but how much do you know about black history in America? The Sons of History are taking the next few weeks to dig deeper into the great heritage left by black people in America. In this episode we are ranging from the American Revolution to World War II and the influence, heroism, and sacrifice of black soldiers. Enjoy! Also, Alan Wakim and Dust...

Is there anything wrong with colonialism? Yes. No. Maybe. Definitely. Not really. Probably. It depends. Colonialism has been given a bad name recently, and that's not a bad thing. But it isn't a good thing. The Sons of History will discuss in rather short order the history of colonialism and its pros and cons.

America is in the midst of its longest government shutdown and it revolves around immigration and the southern border. To build a wall or not to build a wall. Is that the question? The Sons of History dig deeper into other options America has and has not utilized in its past, which involve backing or instituting overthrows of foreign governments (CIA, anyone?), becoming involved in local and regio...

This current government shutdown is now tied for the second longest on record at 16 days. The longest government shutdown happened during the Clinton Administration in 1995. It's length? Twenty-one days! The Sons of History discuss the demands from both sides and what could possibly happen if President Trump and the House-majority Democrats held out against each other indefinitely.

The Sons of History take a gander at some of the big moments that took place in 2018. Trump and Kim. The Parkland shooting. Immigration. The Kavanaugh appointment. And more. Give it a listen!

Everyone loves a good Christmas miracle. But had it not been for the Christmas miracle that was the crossing of the Delaware River, there is a really good chance America would not have survived the Revolutionary War. Listen in to The Sons of History Christmas Edition podcast episode to hear the whole story of that great night on Dec. 25, 1776.

The Sons of History discuss the potential problems that come with open borders and give moments in history when mass migrations alphabet ended with devastating results

The Sons of History's Alan Wakim interviewed Col. Dean Caswell, the last surviving Marine Fighter Ace from World War II. Col. Caswell had seven confirmed kills in the air (five are needed to become an ace). He also fought in the Korean War. In memory of the Attack on Pearl Harbor, Dec. 7, 1941, we bring you this incredible interview with an incredible World War II hero. Enjoy!

The Caravan has been all over the news. What is America to do? Alan Wakim and Dustin Bass discuss the immigration issue and the history of American immigration policies. For further learning, check out the resources below: Resources: History of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Benjamin Franklin letter to Joseph Galloway Federalist Paper 49 International Call to Action for the Refugee Cara...

President Trump threatens to end birthright citizenship via Executive Order. The Sons of History discuss the history behind the citizenship clause of the 14th Amendment and the possible future of birthright citizenship. Notes for further study: Civil Rights Act of 1866 Lynch vs Clarke ruling Lincoln's Attorney General Edward Bates' statement Harvard Human Rights Journal on Birthright Citizenship W...

CNN’s Jim Acosta got his press pass back after President Trump revoked it. Could Trump’s behavior cause a “chilling effect” on the media or does the media need to assess the way it conducts itself? Also, why we need the crazies to stay on social media, the Golden Age of Journalism, and why alternative media may be better than mainstream.

Alan Wakim had the opportunity to interview famed Col. Charles McGee of the Tuskegee Airmen at the Wing’s Over Houston event in October. This interview with an incredible World War II hero will be a great addition to your Veterans Day celebration. Happy Veterans Day to all of our veterans!

The Sons of History discuss how the Democrat advance compares to historical midterms? Will the vicious rhetoric from both sides settle down now that the Democrats have a piece of the political power? And why it’s a good thing the Republicans lost the House.

The Sons of History discuss how the Senate works, why you need to vote, and why even a Democratic Senate won’t impeach President Trump. Alan also complains of his recent company’s Halloween costume party. Just an FYI: he wore a rubber chicken.

The Sons of History give their favorite Halloween movies. You’ll never guess Alan Wakim’s favorite horror movie. Hint: It’s not a horror movie. More importantly, Alan and Dustin Bass discuss the House of Representatives and the upcoming election for the 116th Congress. Visit this fun website to keep track of where the country stands with its Representatives, Senators, Governors, and more: https://...