Best The Great(ish) War Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 044: An Uncensored Mystery 1:18:50

3y ago1:18:50

1:18:50

Hold onto your Hawaiian Shirts and Tiki Drinks because it's SPRING BREAK!!!! Which means WCW is invading Florida (the birthplace of Spring Break) and WWF is presenting NIGHT OF THE LIVING SQUASH free of charge in between it's best storyline ever. Also, WCW's mysterious Uncensored PPV is coming up and I'd love to tell you what's happening there but.…

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Episode 043: Nothing is Horrible. Really. 1:19:30

3y ago1:19:30

1:19:30

This week on WGW, Raw has title matches! Interesting interviews! Story Development! Nitro has... well honestly, I still don't really know. Roddy Piper is building a family, Hogan is calling people stinky, Bischoff is embroiled in corporate dealings, and all of that doesn't tell us a thing about what's happening at Uncensored. So come join us as we …

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The Great Emu War of 1932 [S2E1] 26:10

5+ y ago26:10

26:10

WE'RE BACK!!!!!!!!!! And we are back with a doozy, The Great Emu War of 1932 in Australia !By Dumb All Over

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Lord Berners [S1E13] 29:01

6+ y ago29:01

29:01

This week we cover an eccentric composer and writer named Lord Berners. I would go into a little bit of his story, but you really just have to listen to hear what is up with this musical mad man.By Dumb All Over

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George Washington Carver [S1E12] 33:34

6+ y ago33:34

33:34

This week we bring you the story of inventor and impressive intellectual George Washington Carver, as part of our Black History Month series.By Dumb All Over

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Robert Abbott [S1E11] 30:48

6+ y ago30:48

30:48

For our first episode during Black History Month, we bring to you the story of the founder of The Chicago Defender, an African American newspaper founded in 1905.By Dumb All Over

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Caligula [S1E10] 47:46

6+ y ago47:46

47:46

We’re back from our little hiatus! And now that we’re back he can bring you the story of the Roman Emperor that had a salacious movie made about his reign…the master of debauchery: CaligulaBy Dumb All Over

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Lt. Commander Bill Boaks [S1E9] 28:11

6+ y ago28:11

28:11

Lieutenant Commander William George Boaks DSC (25 May 1904 – 4 April 1986) was a British Royal Navy officer who became an eccentric political campaigner for road safety…By Dumb All Over

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Squanto (Thanksgiving Edition) [S1E8] 37:26

6+ y ago37:26

37:26

This week we talk about Squanto, or as he is also known Tisquantum, his life and his involvement in the “first” Thanksgiving.By Dumb All Over

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Stanley Clifford Weyman [S1E7] 29:28

6+ y ago29:28

29:28

This week we bring you the story of Stanley Clifford Weyman, a con-man who specialized in creating fake jobs and dodging the draft. He was somehow able to con his way into the highest levels of government, and has a kick ass name.By Dumb All Over

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“El comegente” Dorángel Vargas [S1E6] 25:34

6+ y ago25:34

25:34

This week we bring you the story of “El comegente” Dorángel Vargas, one of the most deranged and frightening characters we’ve ever covered. He is a notorious serial killer in Venezuela. Part of his terrifying M.O. is to eat his victims. Yes, just like Hannibal Lector…and the most frightening part…he is still alive.…

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Anna Maria Helena [S1E5] 24:22

6+ y ago24:22

24:22

Are you interested in finding the key to a long and healthy life? Well if Anna Maria Helena was right about how to achieve such a goal you might not be as interested… She may be the strangest person we have covered so far, and we barely keep it together as we try to bring […]By Dumb All Over

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William John Cavendish-Scott-Bentinck [S1E4] 28:34

6+ y ago28:34

28:34

Have you ever heard of William John Cavendish-Scott-Bentinck? He was also known as the Silent Prince. If you haven’t heard of him, you’re not alone, he is an obscure figure in English history, even while he was alive. He was an incredibly eccentric man who lived underground. For now, we’ll just leave it at that, […]…

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General Santa Anna [S1E3] 41:34

7y ago41:34

41:34

This week we talk about General Santa Anna. Now, I know what you are thinking, “Oh I actually know who that is”, well I think you’d be surprised how much you don’t know about Santa Anna. I’ll give you a couple little hints, the story of his leg might be more interesting than his story, […]By Dumb All Over

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John Mytton [S1E2] 36:00

7y ago36:00

36:00

This week we tackle the odd story of John Mytton, an eccentric man who inherited a large sum of money at the age of 2 and was seemingly bored of most activities…even though he traveled the world and drank tons of Port. Go figure.By Dumb All Over

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The Count of St. Germain [S1E1] 30:54

7y ago30:54

30:54

Welcome to the first episode of Season 1! Our theme this season is: Interesting People. This week we talk about the Count of St. Germain, who may or may not still be alive… if you’re into being gullible. We also discuss the idea of History vs. Mythology, and we make a lot of lame jokes […]By Dumb All Over

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Charles G. Dawes 005 36:40

7y ago36:40

36:40

In this episode we talk about the 30th Vice President of the United States Charles G. Dawes, who is the only VP in History to also have written a number 1 Pop hit… We also make a couple of announcements about the show and try to make it through the show down a co-host.By Dumb All Over

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Emperor Norton 004 35:02

7y ago35:02

35:02

What happens when a man has two dogs, an inflated ego, and enough money for a newspaper ad? Find out with this weeks episode all about America’s only “Emperor”, Norton I !By Dumb All Over

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Wilmer McLean 003 23:16

7y ago23:16

23:16

Wilmer McLean has a very interesting connection to the Civil War, but it’s not as a soldier or general. Tom and Austin bring you the info on Ol’ Wilmer without Lexi this time, but fear not, she will be back for the next episode!By Dumb All Over

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The Battle of Karánsebes 002 31:34

7y ago31:34

31:34

This week’s topic of histroical interest is The Battle of Karánsebes! What happens when you mix impending war, schnapps, and the Austrian Army? Find out with us as well as what historical thing happened on June 20th with “this day in history”.By Dumb All Over

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Gregor MacGregor 001 42:06

7y ago42:06

42:06

Welcome to Podern History X! Our Very First episode is about Gregor MacGregor, the confidence trickster who invented his own country in order to get rich. Enjoy!By Dumb All Over

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Episode 044: An Uncensored Mystery 1:18:50

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Episode 043: Nothing is Horrible. Really. 1:19:30

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The Great Emu War of 1932 [S2E1] 26:10

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Lord Berners [S1E13] 29:01

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George Washington Carver [S1E12] 33:34

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Robert Abbott [S1E11] 30:48

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Caligula [S1E10] 47:46

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Lt. Commander Bill Boaks [S1E9] 28:11

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Squanto (Thanksgiving Edition) [S1E8] 37:26

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Stanley Clifford Weyman [S1E7] 29:28

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“El comegente” Dorángel Vargas [S1E6] 25:34

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Anna Maria Helena [S1E5] 24:22

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William John Cavendish-Scott-Bentinck [S1E4] 28:34

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General Santa Anna [S1E3] 41:34

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John Mytton [S1E2] 36:00

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The Count of St. Germain [S1E1] 30:54

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Charles G. Dawes 005 36:40

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Emperor Norton 004 35:02

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Wilmer McLean 003 23:16

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The Battle of Karánsebes 002 31:34

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Gregor MacGregor 001 42:06

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