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Ep 35: Boko Haram (w/ JT Kelley) Jun 03, 2020

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Oppressive governments? Disenfranchised people? Throw in some desertification, a whole lot of Libyan guns and some viral YouTube videos and you’ve got a recipe for one of the most notorious terrorist groups on the African continent. Known in the West as Boko Haram, they have committed a slew of horrific terrorist attacks, ranging from child abduction to suicide bombings, displacing millions and killing tens of thousands of civilians in the name of waging jihad. So why do their teachings still appeal to so many young men? What measures will the government implement to suppress the movement? Featuring Austin comedian, JT Kelly. Please subscribe, rate, review and share (and stay safe)!

Ep 34: Sam Houston Part Two May 27, 2020

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In the second half of his life, Sam Houston navigates the treacherous waters of international diplomacy as president of the new Republic of Texas, considers annexing all of Mexico to the Union and maybe even...runs for president? Please like, share, subscribe, rate and review!

Ep 33: Sam Houston Part One May 20, 2020

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Rounding out Season One, Josh and Henry take a look at Sam Houston, adopted Cherokee, disgraced governor, raging alcoholic and one of the founding fathers of the weird, weird place that is Texas.

Ep 32: Ulysses S. Grant (w/ Jake Rawls) May 13, 2020

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Perhaps the world's most highly-functioning alcoholic, Ulysses S. Grant served in the Mexican-American War, the Civil War and served two terms as America's president. Featuring Jake Rawls from the Regular Dude Report.

Ep 31: Cleopatra Part Two May 06, 2020

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Love is a battlefield, sometimes literally. Join us as we conclude Cleopatra's tale, covering the rise of Caesar Augustus, the Battle of Actium and the tragic curtain call of Antony and Cleopatra, Shakespeare's other pair of star-crossed lovers. Please like, subscribe, rate, review and share (and stay safe)!

Ep 30: Cleopatra Part One Apr 29, 2020

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Cleopatra, allegedly both cunning and stunning, this international and cosmopolitan woman of mystery has moreso served as a sexual icon than as the calculating yet benevolent stateswoman who presided over arguably the most advanced civilization that existed during her era. Does this projected sexuality eclipse her accomplishments as a ruler? How much do you really know about Cleopatra? Please like, subscribe, rate, review and share (and stay safe)!

Ep 29: Saladin Apr 22, 2020

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Stalwart defender of dar-al-Islam, this 12th century Muslim warrior successfully repelled waves of Christian crusaders and brought the iconic cities of both Alexandria and Jerusalem under the control of the caliphate. Please like, subscribe, rate, review and share (and be safe)!

Ep 28: Sitting Bull Apr 15, 2020

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Warchief of the Lakota, Sitting Bull resisted the efforts of both white settlers and the US government to steal the lands of his tribe and subjugate his people, eventually serving as a rallying point for disenfranchised natives across the West. Please like, subscribe, rate, review and share (and stay safe)!

Ep 27: The Black Plague Apr 08, 2020

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In light of recent events, Josh and Henry decided to examine possibly the most gruesome and fatal pandemic to have trimmed the ranks of the human race - the Black Plague of the 14th century. Please subscribe, rate, review and share (and stay safe)!

Ep 26: Emperor Hirohito Part Three Apr 01, 2020

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In the dramatic conclusion of the Hirohito trilogy, the bomb is dropped and the chrysanthemum curtain is lifted as Japanese and US government officials work together to lift the crushing weight of war responsibility from the emperor’s shoulders. Please subscribe, rate, review and share (and stay safe)!

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