History's B-Side show

History's B-Side

Summary: History is full of amazing stories and memorable people... but we don’t care about them. Every week, we're breaking down history's biggest moments and the forgotten people who made them happen. We're not historians. We're just two regular people who enjoy a great story and plenty of laughs. This is History's B-Side. History's B-Side is an independent, listener-supported podcast. Support the show: https://historysbside.com/support

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Podcasts:

 37 | The Other Disney Brother | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 01:20:25

In which Matt tells the story of Roy Disney, brother of Walt Disney and talented businessman who quietly but skillfully helped build a multimedia empire, Phil questions people who take the same vacation every year, and we reminisce about our favorite childhood films. You can support or become a member of History's B-Side here: https://historysbside.com/support

 36 | The First African American Female Mail Carrier | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 01:04:37

In which Phil tells the story of Mary Fields, a former slave who became a town-celebrity, Matt ponders Leonardo DiCaprio's hypothetical child, and we discuss our interpretation of the American Dream. You can support or become a member of History's B-Side here: https://historysbside.com/support

 35 | The Savior of Mothers | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:59:32

In which Matt tells the story of Ignaz Semmelweiss, the doctor of obstetrics who discovered the life-saving benefit of handwashing, Phil recalls the medical marvel that was bloodletting by leeches, and we learn some really gross hygiene statistics. You can support or become a member of History's B-Side here: https://historysbside.com/support

 34 | The Fighting Girlfriend | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:50:45

In which Phil tells the story of Mariya Oktyabrskaya, the Soviet woman who purchased a tank to take revenge on the Nazis, Matt compares our B-Sider to Captain America, and we recall times when we faced the wrath of scorned women. You can support or become a member of History's B-Side here: https://historysbside.com/support

 33 | The Unsung Hero of the Tulsa Race Riots | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 01:13:28

In which Matt tells the story of Maurice Willows, who spearheaded relief efforts following the Tulsa Race Riots of 1921, Phil gives his take on rumors, gossip, and the spread of (mis)information, and we both learn about one of the most destructive and violent events to ever happen on U.S. soil. You can support or become a member of History's B-Side here: https://historysbside.com/support

 32 | Lincoln's Body Guard | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:57:56

In which Phil tells the story of John Frederick Parker, the sockdologizing failure of Presidential security, Matt speculates on a Super Bowl national emergency, and we talk about drinking at work while drinking and working on our podcast. You can support or become a member of History's B-Side here: https://historysbside.com/support

 31 | The Makers of Bubbles and Nazi Troubles | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 01:37:20

In which Matt tells the story of the Champenois’ resistance to Nazi occupation, Phil marvels at the beauty of the German language, and we both pop corks and get tipsy on Champagne. You can support or become a member of History's B-Side here: https://historysbside.com/support

 30 | King Tut's Grand Vizier | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 01:10:19

In which Phil tells the story of Ay, the top advisor (and decision maker) behind Tutankhamun's rule, Matt compares the tradition of marrying-for-power to modern-day Tinder, and we try to keep straight all of the Ancient Egyptian names and family relationships -- white board and marker recommended. You can support or become a member of History's B-Side here: https://historysbside.com/support

 29 | George Washington's Runaway Slave | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 01:10:14

In which Matt tells the story of Ona Judge, the enslaved woman who escaped George and Martha Washington, Phil explains why thorough historical research should make you angry, and we consider the status of the Founding Fathers as national heroes. You can support or become a member of History's B-Side here: https://historysbside.com/support

 28 | The Inventor of the Airship | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 01:17:52

In which Phil tells the story of Reverend Burrell Cannon, the inventor of the Ezekiel Airship; Matt considers his hard-working, gritty Ohio roots; and we relive the worst flights we've ever experienced. You can support or become a member of History's B-Side here: https://historysbside.com/support

 27 | The King Midas of Pop Music | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 01:04:00

In which Matt tells the story of Max Martin, the writer and producer behind a generation of pop hits, Phil blames his sisters for his early music preferences, and we rediscover the guilty-pleasure songs of our generation.  It's a late-90s/early 2000s Modern Music History throwback episode! You can support or become a member of History's B-Side here: https://historysbside.com/support

 26 | The Pioneer of Investigative Journalism | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 01:00:52

In which Phil tells the story of Elizabeth Cochrane, a.k.a. Nellie Bly, a journalist who traveled the world in less than 80 days, Matt establishes the official "History's B-Side Packing Guide," and we discuss our favorite (and least favorite) classic literature.  You can support or become a member of History's B-Side here: https://historysbside.com/support

 25 | The Step-Father of Evolution (with special guest James Reed) | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 01:41:41

In which guest host James Reed of "Science Night" tells the story of Alfred Wallace, the naturalist who co-authored the Theory of Evolution despite having very little money and even less luck; Matt daydreams of backpacking through the Amazon, Phil mourns the fate of ship-wrecked animals, and we start a beef with dentists.  You can support or become a member of History's B-Side here: https://historysbside.com/support Listen to more of James Reed on "Science Night" at www.scinight.com or on your favorite podcast service.

 24 | The Quintessential Guide of the Rocky Mountains | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:55:15

In which Matt tells the story of Jim Bridger, the quintessential mountain guide and navigator extraordinaire, Phil imagines our B-Sider as a wilderness Instagram influencer, and we discuss the excitement of a road trip across Iowa and Kansas. You can support or become a member of History's B-Side here: https://historysbside.com/support

 23 | The British Bagpiping Badass | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: 00:52:23

In which Phil tells the story of "Mad Jack" Churchill, the British soldier who fought in WWII armed with bagpipes, a longbow, and a broadsword; Matt exposes his twisted sense of humor, and we have our worst interPUPtion to date--from a neighbor dog! You can support or become a member of History's B-Side here: https://historysbside.com/support

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