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History Boiz

History Boiz

By: Jerry Nash Christopher Wheadon Zach Mech Madi Moon
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 Meet Chris, Madi, Zach, and Jerry. They are the History Boiz. They’re going to tell you about historical figures and events and make you laugh at the same time. Drink a cheap beer, and get some history up in you. Like the founding fathers intended.Jerry Nash, Christopher Wheadon, Zach Mech, Madi Moon World
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  • William Randolph Hearst Part 1

    William Randolph Hearst Part 1
    May 5 2025

    How did William Randolph Hearst become a media giant who shaped public opinion through yellow journalism? The short answer? A silver spoon; AKA silver and gold mines owned by his parents. Join us as we follow “Willy the Worst” on his way to untold riches and influence!


    Sources:


    Thomas Lennon and Michael Epstein. “The Battle over Citizen Kane.” PBS, 1996.


    Nasaw, David. The Chief. Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 12 Aug. 2013.


    Randolph, William, and Jack Casserly. The Hearsts : Father and Son. Niwot, Colo., Roberts Rinehart, 1991.
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    2 hrs and 37 mins
  • The Charge of the Light Brigade

    The Charge of the Light Brigade
    Apr 21 2025

    The much venerated charge of the light brigade at the battle of Balaclava during the Crimean War was one of the biggest military blunders of all time. The poor decisions made that day had much to do with the personalities of the British high command.


    Sources:


    Aldrete, Gregory S. History’s Great Military Blunders and the Lessons They Teach. The Great Courses, 2015.


    Figes, Orlando. Crimea. New York, Picador, 2012.
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    2 hrs and 4 mins
  • Abigail Adams

    Abigail Adams
    Mar 31 2025

    The second First Lady of the United States was the mother of a president, a remarkable woman of letters, and in many ways, a founder herself. Join us for Abigail Adams!


    Sources:

    Holton, Woody. Abigail Adams. Simon and Schuster, 2009.

    McCullough, David. John Adams. Simon and Schuster, 2001.
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    2 hrs and 35 mins
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