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History is Fun

History is Fun

Steven Smith

History, it sucks right? Nope! We're two history teachers and we're here to teach you that history can be fun! Each week we'll try and teach one of our friends a weird interesting, or fun topic in history, and then we'll quiz them and see how much they learned.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best History is Fun episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to History is Fun for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite History is Fun episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

History is Fun - Episode 7: Boss Tweed

Episode 7: Boss Tweed

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08/18/19 • 51 min

The late 1800s were a time rife with political scandals and backroom dealings that built our country. How could one man use this political climate to go from political nobody, to one of the most powerful men in the country, all the way to fleeing the country and dying in prison? Find out on this week’s episode of History is Fun! Follow us on Twitter: @historyisfunpod If you have any suggestions for future topics you can email us at [email protected] Theme music thanks to https://www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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History is Fun - Episode 6: The Norman Conquest
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08/02/19 • 60 min

1066, one of the most pivotal years in Medieval Europe. Three rulers, all with claims to the throne of England, and whoever wins will change the history of Europe forever. Who will win the title and be crowned King of England? Find out on this week’s episode of History is Fun!

Follow us on Twitter: @historyisfunpod If you have any suggestions for future topics you can email us at [email protected]

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History is Fun - Episode 5: Wu Zetian

Episode 5: Wu Zetian

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07/26/19 • 66 min

Vile, ruthless despot? Intelligent, egalitarian leader? A little bit of both? This week we're discussing the life of Chinese Empress Wu Zetian and trying to answer the question of what's the line between a despicable tyrant and an effective ruler.

Follow us on Twitter: @historyisfunpod If you have any suggestions for future topics you can email us at [email protected]

Theme music thanks to https://www.purple-planet.com

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History is Fun - Episode 4: The Battle of Thermopylae
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07/22/19 • 60 min

It's the story we all know, 300 brave Spartan warriors, standing strong and defending democracy against the millions of evil Persians. Well, as we know with any event where Herodotus is our main primary source, there's more to the story than that. Join us for a discussion about what really happened at The Hot Gates those many years ago and why we're so obsessed with those hunky Greek soldiers. Follow us on Twitter: @historyisfunpod If you have any suggestions for future topics you can email us at [email protected] Theme music thanks to https://www.purple-planet.com
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History is Fun - Episode 3: The Lost Army of Cambyses II
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07/13/19 • 74 min

An arrogant conqueror, an angry oracle, and an army of 50,000 marching into the desert, what could go wrong? This week on the History is Fun podcast we'll be trying to solve the mystery of Cambyses II's lost army and discussing that Herodotus may be the father of history, but why we can't always take him for his word. Follow us on Twitter: @historyisfunpod If you have any suggestions for future topics you can email us at [email protected] Theme music thanks to https://www.purple-planet.com
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History is Fun - Episode 2: The Caning of Charles Sumner
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07/05/19 • 50 min

Think today's political climate is hostile? Well, today we're learning about a time in American history where members of congress beat each one another with canes and got away with it. Learn all about Charles Sumner and how his beating by a fellow lawmaker helped galvanize the early Republican party and eventually led to the American Civil War.

Follow us on Twitter: @historyisfunpod

If you have any suggestions for future topics you can email us at [email protected]

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History is Fun - Episode 1: Tycho Brahe
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06/28/19 • 50 min

What do you get when you combine duels in the dark, scientific feuds, and a drunk moose? The eccentric Danish astronomer Tycho Brahe of course! Join Steven and Anthony as they go over the life of this larger than life scientist.

Follow us on Twitter: @historyisfunpod

If you have any suggestions for future topics you can email us at [email protected]

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History is Fun - History Is Fun Podcast Episode Zero
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06/22/19 • 3 min

Welcome to a new history podcast focused on showing that history is fun! This is just a short introduction before we get into the history.

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In the third instalment of our Third Reich series, we discuss how lucky Hitler was, as well as how he was able to do the things that he did.

Follow us on Twitter: @historyisfunpod If you have any suggestions for future topics you can email us at [email protected] Theme music thanks to https://www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyisfunpod/message

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This episode is sponsored by

· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast.

https://anchor.fm/app

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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyisfunpod/message

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History is Fun - Episode 12: Imperialism
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04/02/20 • 61 min

Imperialism is usually a boring subject in school; we learn that the Europeans came in and ransacked Africa and left it destitute. While that is mostly true, like all things in history, there is more to the story. Enjoy!

Follow us on Twitter: @historyisfunpod If you have any suggestions for future topics you can email us at [email protected] Theme music thanks to https://www.purple-planet.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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FAQ

How many episodes does History is Fun have?

History is Fun currently has 14 episodes available.

What topics does History is Fun cover?

The podcast is about Society & Culture and Podcasts.

What is the most popular episode on History is Fun?

The episode title 'Episode 7: Boss Tweed' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on History is Fun?

The average episode length on History is Fun is 58 minutes.

How often are episodes of History is Fun released?

Episodes of History is Fun are typically released every 8 days, 22 hours.

When was the first episode of History is Fun?

The first episode of History is Fun was released on Jun 22, 2019.

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