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Dave Does History

Dave Does History takes listeners on an engaging journey through the moments that shaped the world we live in today. Hosted by Dave, a passionate historian with a knack for storytelling, the podcast explores pivotal events, unsung heroes, and the complex forces behind historical turning points. With a conversational tone and a deep understanding of the past, Dave makes history accessible, relatable, and downright fascinating.

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00:08:09

The Curious Case of Arthur Conan Doyle

Dave Does History ·

2025/05/22

Today on Dave Does History, we peer into the paradoxical life of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle—the brilliant mind behind Sherlock Holmes, the world’s most logical detective, and a man who passionately believed in fairies and séances. From the lecture halls of Edinburgh to the foggy streets of Baker Street, from battlefield hospitals to spiritualist temples, Doyle’s journey defied easy labels. He was a doctor, a writer, a justice crusader, and a ghost hunter. Join us as we explore the man who gave voice to

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00:06:08

A Pope

Dave Does History ·

2025/05/21

Alexander Pope may have been small in stature, but his voice thundered through the English literary world like few others. In this episode of Dave Does History, we explore the remarkable life of the hunchbacked Catholic poet who rose above religious persecution, chronic illness, and literary enemies to become one of the greatest satirists and craftsmen of verse in the English language. From The Rape of the Lock to An Essay on Man, Pope's wit was razor-sharp, his pen unflinching. Join us as we

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00:33:05

Liberty 250 - The First World War

Dave Does History ·

2025/05/20

In this episode of Dave Does History on Bill MIck Live, we head to 1754—before the shot heard 'round the world—to explore the war that truly started America’s march to independence. Dave Bowman joins Bill Mick to explain why the so-called French and Indian War was actually the First World War, fought on five continents with global stakes. From young George Washington’s accidental trigger in the Ohio Valley to Britain’s reluctant entry and colonial frustration, this is the untold backstory of

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00:08:03

Johns Hopkins

Dave Does History ·

2025/05/19

On this episode of Dave Does History, we turn the spotlight on a man whose name echoes through hospitals, universities, and research labs—but whose own story is often overlooked. Johns Hopkins was more than a name on a building. He was a hard-nosed Quaker businessman, a visionary philanthropist, and a man full of contradictions. From selling whiskey in wagons to founding America’s first research university, his life shaped Baltimore and the nation. Join us as we explore the man behind the myth, his

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00:06:59

The Ruby Yacht

Dave Does History ·

2025/05/18

On this episode of Dave Does History, we set sail—so to speak—on a journey from cartoons to quatrains as we explore the life and legacy of Omar Khayyam. You may know his name from the Rubáiyát, or maybe, like me, you first heard it in a Rocky and Bullwinkle pun. But Khayyam was far more than a punchline. Mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and reluctant poet, his ideas reshaped science and mysticism alike. Join us as we trace the story of a Persian genius whose verses echo across

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00:07:31

The World Catches Fire

Dave Does History ·

2025/05/17

On this episode of Dave Does History, we head back to May 17, 1756—the day Great Britain officially declared war on France and launched what many historians call the first true world war: the Seven Years’ War. From the forests of North America to the battlefields of Europe, and from the trading posts of India to the sugar islands of the Caribbean, this conflict redrew the global map and set the stage for revolutions and empires. Join us as we uncover the causes, characters, and consequences of a war

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00:06:21

Data from The Mouth of Hell

Dave Does History ·

2025/05/16

On this episode of Dave Does History, we travel back to May 16, 1969, when the Soviet Union dropped a robot into the blazing heart of Venus. Venera 5 was no ordinary probe—it was built like a tank, wired like a scientist, and plunged into an atmosphere so fierce it would crush a submarine. For 53 minutes, it battled heat, pressure, and gravity, sending back data that shattered old assumptions about our sister planet. This is the story of Soviet engineering, scientific grit, and a one-way trip into

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00:09:35

A Little Faith

Dave Does History ·

2025/05/15

On this episode of Dave Does History, we climb aboard Faith 7 with astronaut Gordon Cooper for the final mission of Project Mercury. Launched on May 15, 1963, Mercury-Atlas 9 pushed the limits of solo spaceflight as Cooper orbited the Earth 22 times over 34 hours. When systems failed, he did not panic—he calculated reentry by hand and brought it home with calm, cowboy confidence. It was a mission built on grit, skill, and something deeper: faith. Join us as we explore the story of a man, a machine,

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00:07:59

Otto Klemperer

Dave Does History ·

2025/05/14

Today on Dave Does History, we celebrate the life and legacy of Otto Klemperer, born May 14, 1885. From Mahler’s protégé to one of the 20th century’s most revered conductors, Klemperer’s journey wove through exile, illness, rebirth, and artistic triumph. He shaped the sound of Beethoven, Bruckner, and Mahler for generations, all while battling personal demons and political upheaval. And in a curious twist, his son Werner became TV’s beloved Colonel Klink. Join us as we explore the story of a man who

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00:33:32

DDH- Habit of the Heart

Dave Does History ·

2025/05/13

On this episode of Dave Does History, we begin a powerful new series leading up to the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Dave explores the forgotten difference between freedom and liberty—two words we often confuse, but which meant very different things to our Founding generation. With insights from Captain Levi Preston and a surprising lesson from the Book of Genesis, Dave reminds us that liberty is not just a legal concept—it is a lived conviction, a habit of the heart. If we

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00:06:01

International Nurses Day

Dave Does History ·

2025/05/12

Today on Dave Does History, we honor the quiet heroes in scrubs by diving into the legacy of Florence Nightingale—the woman who transformed nursing from a thankless task into a global profession. On International Nurses Day, we reflect on her bold defiance of Victorian norms, her relentless pursuit of reform during the Crimean War, and how her spirit still burns bright in every hospital hallway. From battlefield tents to delivery rooms, the lamp she carried still lights the way. Join us for a

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00:07:26

Mussel Slough

Dave Does History ·

2025/05/11

In today’s episode of Dave Does History, we delve into the dramatic and tragic Mussel Slough Tragedy of 1880. This shootout between settlers and agents of the Southern Pacific Railroad over disputed land titles left seven men dead and sparked a nationwide conversation about corporate monopolies, land rights, and the battle between the little guy and big business. Join me as we explore the heart of California’s San Joaquin Valley, where passion, politics, and power collided, shaping the future of the

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00:08:22

North Briton 45

Dave Does History ·

2025/05/10

Today on Dave Does History, we explore the scandalous story of John Wilkes and his infamous North Briton No. 45. Wilkes, an outspoken journalist and politician, took on the British government with his bold critiques of King George III and his ministers. His defiance sparked legal battles, public outcry, and even a rallying cry for liberty that resonated across the Atlantic. Join us as we dive into the life of a man who, while championing freedom of speech, became a controversial figure in the

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00:07:32

A Punch & Judy Hitter

Dave Does History ·

2025/05/09

Ever wonder why a weak-hitting batter gets called a “Punch and Judy hitter”? Today on Dave Does History, we go from the batter’s box to the puppet booth to uncover the wild, whacking world of Punch and Judy. These slapstick puppets have been causing mayhem since the 1600s, and their names still echo through baseball dugouts today. From their anarchic roots in Italy to seaside fame in Britain and reinvention in America, Punch and Judy are more than comic relief—they are cultural survivors. Join us as

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00:10:31

The Conclave of 1721

Dave Does History ·

2025/05/08

In the spring of 1721, Rome became the stage for one of the most politically charged papal conclaves in history. Over thirty-nine tense days and seventy-five ballots, powerful factions battled for control of the Church’s future. Out of this storm emerged a quiet and steady figure—Michelangelo dei Conti, who would become Pope Innocent XIII. On this episode of Dave Does History, we take you behind the locked doors of the conclave, exploring the intrigue, the backroom deals, and the man who rose to the

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00:07:33

The Moral Framing of the War

Dave Does History ·

2025/05/07

It was a clear spring day, May 7, 1915, when a British ocean liner—the RMS Lusitania—slipped beneath the waves off the southern coast of Ireland. She had left New York six days earlier, bound for Liverpool, and was now just hours from her destination. On board were nearly two thousand souls—men, women, children, businessmen, families, and a significant number of Americans. The war in Europe had raged for almost a year, but for most Americans, the Atlantic still felt like a wide and safe buffer. That

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00:22:52

Before The Internet, There Was Grandpa

Dave Does History ·

2025/05/06

On this episode of Dave Does History, we take a thoughtful—and occasionally hilarious—look at the differences between oral and written traditions. From ancient scrolls to text messages filled with emojis, we explore how meaning changes when words are spoken versus when they are inked. With a detour through Eddie Izzard’s comedy, a stop at the Talmud, and a glance at your phone’s last LOL, this episode sets the stage for next week’s deep dive into the word “Liberty.” Tune in as we ask: when history

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00:08:05

Around the World... In One Amazing Lifetime

Dave Does History ·

2025/05/05

Today on Dave Does History, we bring you the astonishing story of Nellie Bly—the fearless reporter who exposed cruelty inside an asylum, circled the globe faster than Phileas Fogg, and redefined what women could do in journalism. Born Elizabeth Jane Cochran, Bly smashed through 19th-century expectations with a pen, a passport, and relentless grit. From undercover stunts to war reporting, her career was a whirlwind of courage and conviction. Join us as we explore her extraordinary life, her legacy in

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00:11:13

The May 4th Movement

Dave Does History ·

2025/05/04

On this episode of Dave Does History, we travel back to May 4th, 1919—when thousands of Chinese students flooded Tiananmen Square, outraged by the betrayal of the Treaty of Versailles. What began as a protest against foreign domination and political weakness became the spark that lit modern China’s fire. From cultural upheaval to the birth of new political movements, this was no ordinary student rally. It was a national awakening. Join us as we uncover how a group of passionate youth helped reshape

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00:10:34

Bubby

Dave Does History ·

2025/05/03

She was called “the only man in the cabinet,” the Iron Lady of Israeli politics before that nickname ever reached London. From a childhood dodging pogroms in Kiev to signing Israel’s Declaration of Independence, Golda Meir’s journey was anything but ordinary. In this episode of Dave Does History, we dive into the life of the Milwaukee schoolteacher who became a stateswoman, fundraiser, wartime leader, and lightning rod for controversy. With grit, vision, and a famously stubborn streak, Golda Meir

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