When you're a fan of HRR, and make a request, Craig goes all out. Walk down the long and involved path of the Habsburgs with us on our first installment. And while you're at it, have yourself a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

Student of Plato yes. Founder of modern rhetoric, double yes. Aristotle was not only a great thinker but a great orator and developed some insightful and comprehensive guidelines that are still in place today.

We alreay have a fantastic episode on the woman herself, but let's now go on a journey to explore her bisexuality. That's right, not only was she a pioneering actress but she had, what she referred to as, her "sewing circle." Plus, learn the importance of her breakout role in The Blue Angel.

By listener request, this episode focuses on Greece and the very long Peloponnesian War that lasted 30 years. You know the story of the 300 Spartans, but that's only a small piece of the puzzle.

Professor Craig brings you the history of...or tales of...Greek Mythology as we build up to our history on the Peloponessian War. You know the stories, but you've never heard uncle Craig tell em!

Have you ever heard the term, "existential threat?" Do you ACTUALLY know what that means? Probably not. Will doesn't. Then again, he doesn't know anything. From people like Kierkegaard to Sartre to Heidegger, let's take an existential journey into one of the most challenging forms of philosphy.

We're kicking off our Queer Cinema History Movie Club in spooky style (and apparently reovlving around the only thing Will knows how to talk about) with Bride of Frankenstein! Hear about it's gay director, James Whale, the film's production, and how it contiues to be one of cinema's most important queer films.

No, it's not "Mar-Len-uh" it's "Mar-Lean!" Now you know. An iconic film star, very controversial for the time, and a devout combatant of the Nazis, Marlene Dietrich is more than just a movie star...she was an early queer icon! Also, today is Craig's birthday! Celebratre with us in style as he turns 79 years young.

It's Craig's surprise for Will, and it starts with the bible! But...it doesn't end with the bible, it ends with a conflict still going on today. Hear how the state is Israel evolved into what we know of it today and all the politics that come along with it.

He who must not be named is finally covered, even though we said we wouldn't...sadly his role is history is tied to many events we'll be covering in the future. In case you weren't a History Channel watcher (aka the Hitler Channel) hear our quic rundown of the life and death of the most rated R villain in history.

The second most biographed (sp?) person in history second only to Jesus, Napoleon Bonaparte is one of history's most important figures and also one of its most dangerous, considering the many battles he won for France. So many, in fact, that he crowned himself Emporer. That's right, he did it himself! Hear about his rise and fall, all to die in exile only at the age of 50.

With all those Catholics out of the way, it's time for a lady! Enter the legend...Joan of Arc. From messages she believed she received from God to leading France to victory and her eventual capture, she's the teenage hero you need! (She did all this from like...16 to 19. What have YOU done with your life??)

We're here. We made it. The end of the Popes! Well...not the end, but the end of their history up til now. 1, 2, the Pope is coming for you. 3, 4, better lock your door. 5, 6, grab a crucifix. 7, 8, gonna stay up late. 9, 10, never Pope again.

Luke Skywalker assumes his rightful throne as Master of the Popes. Or actually Martin Luther and the dissent of Protestantism gives rise to combat the Catholic Church in a battle for supremacy!

In this chapter of the Popes...the Crusades!

THERE'S A LOT OF GROUND TO COVER FOLKS, LET'S CONTINUE!

The Pope. Icon, figurehead, male model (not really), person of controversy. By listener request we are diving into the history of the Popes and there are 200 some odd of these dudes so sit back...you're in for a wild ride. We're sure this all panned out exactly the way Jesus and God intended.

It's everyone's favorite person in history that actors like to play, Winston Churchill! He had a long (very long, in fact) career in politics and didn't become Prime Minister until he was 66. Hear about his influential role in history, especially during WWII.

Two of the most legendary evil men in History, but one was a LOT worse than the other. Do we compare evil? They both were. Hear about Rasputin's reputation as a faith healer and cult leader and how it, in a way, set the stage for the dispicable deeds of Joseph Stalin.

Germany hasn't always exactly been "Germany." It's long history, and many components both literal and figurative, leading up to World War I features a lot of conflict and craziness, culminating with a dude named Kaiser Wilhelm. I'm sure you've heard of Prussia? It's explained!

We're back! It's been a nice little month long Summer break but we're ready to dive back in to stories connected to Will's vacation. First up on his trip was London so naturally...we talk about Queen Victoria! Hear the fascinating tale of a woman 5th in line for the throne who actually becomes Queen.

We're going back to Hollywood to talk about the life and career of the great Ava Gardner. From difficult upbringing, to being deemed perfectly untalented, a whirlwind marriage to Frank Sinatra, there's so much to reveal! Plus, per Craig's (Craig's father?) request, the history of the "Scorpion" cocktail.

Times are currently tense between the US and China and have been for some time, but it hasn't always been that way. Here, your Uncle Craig brings you the history of China's movement to the Comunist Party and how it affected their relationship with the United States.

The most controversial book in the bible! Many believe it to be prophetic and absolutely true, many (like Will) believe it to be an acid trip sort of fever dream but not necessarily the words of Jesus. Let it be up to you to decide! Either way, your uncle Craig provides an indepth look at its meaning and history. Plus, God says adios to the world in Revelation, we're talking about the cocktail the AMF aka the Adios Mother F****r. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are...

It's the man Will takes the most umbrage with when it comes to the new testament! Nevertheless, Craig brings us a detailed history and riveting story of Saint Paul aka Saul of Tarsus. From Jewish Roman to Christian megamind. Plus, the St. Paul cocktail! This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5720841/advertisement