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EPISODE · Jan 2, 2026 · 3 MIN

Episode 0: So, Here’s the Story

from History, But First the Story · host Jame Watson

Before we get into the events, the names, and the consequences, this episode explains how this podcast works.In this introduction, Jamé Watson shares why she created History, But First the Story, how real historical events are told through story, and why understanding how history feels in the moment matters.This episode sets the tone for the season, explains the use of fictional or composite storytelling grounded in facts and research, and outlines the kinds of histories that will be explored.If you are new here, this is the place to start.

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Before we get into the events, the names, and the consequences, this episode explains how this podcast works.In this introduction, Jamé Watson shares why she created History, But First the Story, how real historical events are told through story,...

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