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Napoleon and the Russian Winter Dec 20, 2025

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In 1812, Napoleon Bonaparte led the largest army Europe had ever seen on a daring invasion into Russia. A decision that would prove to be a costly mistake and one historians have been talking about for over a century. Join us on this new adventure!

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Honest History creates award-winning books, magazines, and this show for young historians across the world. Our mission is to inspire kids to create a positive impact on history themselves. Learn more at honesthistory.co and @honesthistory.

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This episode was written by Heidi Coburn, narrated by Randall Lawrence, and produced by Robot Pirate Media. Original theme music was written and recorded by Luke Messimer.

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Lyda Conley's Last Stand Nov 20, 2025

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How long would you fight for something you believed in? For Lyda Conley, the answer was her whole life. Born in the late 1800s, Lyda saw a period of great change in America, especially in her home state of Kansas. As new buildings sprang up around her, she worried about what would happen to her family's land. In 1906, she launched a mission to save her ancestors' burial ground. Her never-ending fight led her to become the first Native American woman to argue a case before the U.S. Supreme Court.

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This episode was written by Heidi Coburn, narrated by Randall Lawrence, and produced by Robot Pirate Media. Original theme music was written and recorded by Luke Messimer.

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Becoming Dracula: Bela Lugosi Oct 20, 2025

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Get ready, because we're about to sink our teeth into the life and legacy of Bela Lugosi, the man who became Count Dracula. Born in Hungary, Bela starred on the Budapest stage, fought in a war, fled his homeland, crossed an ocean, and became one of Hollywood's most recognizable horror stars. Don your best costume and let's go learn about this amazing story.

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This episode was written by Heidi Coburn, narrated by Randall Lawrence, and produced by Robot Pirate Media. Original theme music was written and recorded by Luke Messimer.

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The Unexpected Explorer Sep 20, 2025

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In 1873, a courageous woman crossed the steep, snow-peaked Rocky Mountains. Standing 4 feet 11 inches and battling ill health, she was not the explorer most people expected. Her name was Isabella Bird, and she would become one of history's most inspiring female explorers and writers.

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This episode was written by Heidi Coburn and Annabel Blakey, narrated by Randall Lawrence, and produced by Robot Pirate Media. Original theme music was written and recorded by Luke Messimer.

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The Real James Bond Aug 20, 2025

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Picture this: a mysterious figure dressed in a black tuxedo. He orders his drink "shaken, not stirred," and within moments, he's chasing villains through the city streets, dodging danger at every turn. He goes by the codename 007. But maybe you've heard his full name: it's Bond. James Bond. This is the tale of Ian Fleming, the secret missions that inspired him, and the real James Bond.

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This episode was written by Heidi Coburn, narrated by Randall Lawrence, and produced by Robot Pirate Media. Original theme music was written and recorded by Luke Messimer.

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Al-Jazari's Incredible Machines Jul 20, 2025

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Let's travel back in time to the Golden Age of Islam and uncover one of history's early robot inventors. He lived in an ancient land that is part of modern-day Turkey. Working at the royal palace, he crafted beautiful devices that dazzled the king. The inventor's name was Al-Jazari. And this is the story of his incredible moving machines.

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This episode was written by Heidi Coburn, narrated by Randall Lawrence, and produced by Robot Pirate Media. Original theme music was written and recorded by Luke Messimer.

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Flying Mountains: Roller Coasters Jun 20, 2025

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For centuries now, roller coasters have sent people flying through the air. And just like the ride itself, the history of these coasters is filled with twists and turns. Even though early rides looked very different from the rides you see today, they still delivered a hair-raising experience.

Buckle up because we're about to take a wild ride through time. We'll travel from the icy slopes of Russia to the bustling streets of Paris, and then across the ocean to the coal mines of Pennsylvania.

This is the story of flying mountains, otherwise known as roller coasters.

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This episode was written by Heidi Coburn, narrated by Randall Lawrence, and produced by Robot Pirate Media. Original theme music was written and recorded by Luke Messimer.

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The Bird Watcher May 20, 2025

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Meet Florence Merriam Bailey, the original bird-watching rebel. Forget stuffed birds and cages—Florence believed the true beauty of birds could only be seen in the wild. Follow her journey from a curious girl to a passionate conservationist who defied fashion trends, sparked a movement, and changed how we understand our feathered friends forever. Get ready to grab your binoculars and explore the amazing world right outside your window.

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This episode was written by Heidi Coburn, narrated by Randall Lawrence, and produced by Robot Pirate Media. Original theme music was written and recorded by Luke Messimer.

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Making Mount Rushmore Apr 20, 2025

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This is the story of Mount Rushmore. Carved high in the cliffs of South Dakota, you can spot the faces of four U.S. Presidents. Every year, over 2 million tourists travel to see this famous site. But few visitors know the whole story behind the giant sculpture. It began with one man's dream and quickly became a tale of conflict and struggle. By the time the first chisel struck the mountain, the project was already steeped in controversy. It would be a 14-year battle to carve the enormous stone presidents.

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This episode was written by Heidi Coburn, narrated by Randall Lawrence, and produced by Robot Pirate Media. Original theme music was written and recorded by Luke Messimer.

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Hollywood's Scientist: Hedy Lamarr Mar 20, 2025

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Hedy Lamarr was a Hollywood star and people called her "the most beautiful woman in the world." Snow White and Catwoman, with their big eyes and dark, shining hair, were both based on Hedy. But she was also an inventor. In fact, her invention would pave the way for important innovations we use every day, like Wi-Fi, GPS, and Bluetooth. It's time to learn about a woman who was much more interesting than people wanted her to be.

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This episode was written by Grace MaGee, narrated by Randall Lawrence, and produced by Robot Pirate Media. Original theme music was written and recorded by Luke Messimer.

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