History Nerds United
Brendan Dowd
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Let's make history fun again! Come listen to interviews with award winning authors, the rantings of a history nerd, and various other things. Enjoy!
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Cold War Conversations Host Ian Sanders
History Nerds United
07/16/24 • 39 min
Let's cool it down! The host of the award winning Cold War Conversations podcast, Ian Sanders, joins me to nerd all the way out about history, how he got started, and what makes for a great podcast. Come listen!
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Buddy Levy Returns Again To Talk Airships in the Arctic, Roald Amundsen, and a Rescue at the Top of the World
History Nerds United
01/28/25 • 33 min
Let's go north! Buddy Levy is back to talk his new book Realm of Ice and Sky: Triumph, Tragedy, and History's Greatest Arctic Rescue. Enough said. Come listen!
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Bettany Hughes on the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
History Nerds United
04/23/24 • 33 min
Let's find some wonder! Author and Presenter Bettany Hughes joins the podcast to discuss her book The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World! She's amazing. Come listen!
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Hallie Rubenhold Talks the True Crime Case of Dr. Crippen and What History Has Missed
History Nerds United
04/08/25 • 35 min
Let's tell the whole story! Hallie Rubenhold, celebrated author of The Five, joins me to talk her true crime book Story of a Murder: The Wives, the Mistress, and Dr. Crippen.
Let's let the people decide! H.W. Brands joins the podcast to talk his book America First: Roosevelt vs. Lindbergh in the Shadow of War. One of the best books of the year. Come hear about it!
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Gareth Harney Talks the History of Ancient Rome in Twelve Coins
History Nerds United
03/04/25 • 32 min
Toss a coin to your nerd! Author Gareth Harney joins me to talk his book A History of Ancient Rome in Twelve Coins. Come listen!
Adam Brookes Tells the Story of How China's Treasures Were Saved During World War II
History Nerds United
07/09/24 • 43 min
Let's save some art! Author and journalist Adam Brookes joins me to discuss his book Fragile Cargo: The World War II Race to Save the Treasures of China's Forbidden City. Come listen!
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Erik Rebain Reveals the Untold Story of the Life of the Infamous Nathan Leopold of the Leopold and Loeb Murder
History Nerds United
11/12/24 • 34 min
Let's tell the whole story! Erik Rebain joins me to discuss his book Arrested Adolescence: The Secret Life of Nathan Leopold. Turns out murder was just the tip of the iceberg. Come listen!
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Reid Mitenbuler Tells the Story of Arctic Explorer Peter Freuchen
History Nerds United
04/05/23 • 42 min
Let's get stranger than fiction! Author Reid Mitenbuler joins the podcast to talk his book, Wanderlust, about the Arctic explorer Peter Freuchen. We discuss a love of whiskey, a restless life, and the grossest escape story ever. You'll love it. Come listen!
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Comedian and Writer Mike Drucker Talks His Life in Video Games
History Nerds United
04/01/25 • 38 min
Let's boot up! Comedian and Writer (Full Frontal/The Tonight Show) Mike Drucker joins me to talk his book Good Game, No Rematch: A Life Made of Video Games.
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FAQ
How many episodes does History Nerds United have?
History Nerds United currently has 154 episodes available.
What topics does History Nerds United cover?
The podcast is about True Crime, History, Interview, Podcasts, Books and Authors.
What is the most popular episode on History Nerds United?
The episode title 'Lou Raguse Tells the Story of South Dakota's Most Infamous Cold Case' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on History Nerds United?
The average episode length on History Nerds United is 38 minutes.
How often are episodes of History Nerds United released?
Episodes of History Nerds United are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of History Nerds United?
The first episode of History Nerds United was released on Oct 19, 2021.
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