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Dissecting History
by Dissecting History
Dissecting History is the passion project of a 19 year old history nerd. This podcast is a fun and easy to understand rant about certain people, events, places etc in history. Even if you don’t like history, this podcast is an easy way to learn the basics.
Episodes
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The Burning of Washington: The Brink of Destruction
In the wake of the recent storming of the US Capital Building, I feel like this episode is important. In this episode of Dissecting History, the infamous Burning of Washington is covered. This event was the closest the US has come to complete and utter defeat and it is time to talk about this...
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The Nubians: More Egyptian than the Egyptians
Season 3 has officially begun! This season is starting late but we have a great story to tell in the form of the under appreciated Nubian people.
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Mr. Rogers: A Class Act
In the season two finale of Dissecting History we talk about Fred Rogers. He was a man who even in the darkest times of American history practiced empathy and kindness. He loved children and wanted to instill values and morality within them. Thank you for an incredible second season and I hope...
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Ourang Medan: The Ghost Ship
It’s time for another mystery. This spooky story is one that has become something of a legend. But could this legend be true after all?
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The Etruscans: My Mom’s favorite people
Today’s episode of Dissecting History goes out to my mom. Her favorite civilization that I learned about in school is the Etruscans. So, I’m gonna talk about this short lived civilization.
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Weird Olympic Sports: The Top Ten strangest events in Olympic History
Today we count down the ten craziest events in Olympic History. From dancing horses to just walking, these are the misfits of the Olympic Games.
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Disney’s WWII Films: The Propaganda that saved Disney
In this episode, we dissect Walt Disney’s forgotten involvement with WWII and the effect his propaganda had on the world. I’m sure most people don’t remember the time Donald Duck joined the Nazis. Yeah I’ll explain that one.
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Warren G. Harding: America’s most Likable President
Today we dissect the life and presidency of Warren G. Harding. This man used his coolness to mask his sketchiness and lack of an agenda. Ultimately that along with him inventing a new word, vaulted him into the presidency, only for it to end as randomly as it started.
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New Imperialism: How to win friends and influence other countries
Today we dissect a phase in history where the US and other European powers straight up bullied other countries so they could take their stuff. Take a listen and you’ll see what I’m talking about.
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The Spanish Flu: Worse than Corona
Today we dissect what is considered to be by some as the worst pandemic in world history.... The Spanish Flu. From 1918 to 1920 this virus ravaged the world and took millions down with it. What can we learn from this pandemic and how can we relate it to the Covid-19 pandemic of today. Let’s find...
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The War of the Bucket: The dumbest war in history
Today we look at a war between two city states that was all about a stolen bucket. I hope you enjoy the story, but I also hope that everyone can see how this mirrors our lives today.
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Wojtek: Bear with me
Today’s episode is a fun one. I’m here to tell you all about the hilarious and heartwarming story of Wojtek, The WWII fighting bear. This quick footnote in history is one that put a smile on my face and one that I hope does the same for you.
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Christopher Columbus: What did he actually do?
In this episode of Dissecting History, we separate the facts from fiction when it comes to Christopher Columbus. The man that “discovered America” led an interesting life that is covered by legends and falsehoods that supposedly justify him having a national holiday. Get ready for a rant.
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Impeachment: The President Remover
Season 2 has begun! In our season premiere we dive into the process of impeaching a US President. From Johnson to Trump, each President has a very dissent reason for their impeachment. Considering this is a very fresh topic in the US right now, it seems fitting to dissect this misunderstood…
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The Secret: Season One Finale
For the final episode of season one, we dissect the story of Byron Preiss and his nationwide treasure hunt. Hidden within an unassuming kids book titled “The Secret” lay the directions to 12 hidden treasures waiting to be found. So take a trip, go on an adventure, and recognize that even the...
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Teddy Roosevelt: From the darkness to the light (With special guest Jake Myers)
In this very special episode, I discuss the life of US President Teddy Roosevelt with my good friend and special guest Jake Myers! With his knowledge of psychology we dissect the highs and lows of one of our nation’s greatest leaders.
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The Napoleonic Wars: France came up short
Napoléon, the sneaky little rascal that almost conquered Europe over 200 years ago. Today we dissect his rise, fall, and how his military campaigns changed the world forever.
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The Christmas Tree: A Holly Jolly History
I’m today’s episode of Dissecting History, we look at the origin of the Christmas Tree. We also discuss how traditions can change very fast just because one person says so.
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The Last Emperor: Royal Toddler
In this episode of Dissecting History, we take a gander at the life of Puyi. This guy had an interesting and unfortunate life that all started when he became the leader of China at age 2.
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FIFA 1966: The North Korea Story
Soccer fans, this one’s for you. In this episode of Dissecting History, we look at the 1966 FIFA Word Cup. This was a tournament filled with crazy circumstances, competition, and an unexpected underdog.
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The Free State of Van Zant: You Booze, You Lose
Anyone else remember that one time when a small county in Texas tried to rebel against the United States? Buckle in. This episode is an interesting one. Ye Haw.
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The Lost Colony of Roanoke: America’s got a Mystery
Today we dissect what happened in the late 1500s when England tried to set up their first colony. But what happens when everyone at the colony suddenly goes missing?
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Hadrian’s Wall: Stones of Instability
In today’s episode we dissect the reign of Emperor Hadrian of Rome. When things weren’t going to well he built a wall. This Wall would become the centerpiece of his reign and become a symbol of Rome’s greatness and it’s shortcomings.
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Andrew Jackson: Bad Dude
For the very first episode of Dissecting History, I ramble on about America’s seventh president, Andrew Jackson. An American supervillain, Jackson committed numerous crimes and was involved in many events that many don’t know about. The wild life of this power hungry maniac is revealed only when...
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Dissecting History is the passion project of a 19 year old history nerd. This podcast is a fun and easy to understand rant about certain people, events, places etc in history. Even if you don’t like history, this podcast is an easy way to learn the basics.
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