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History. Rated R.

Straw Hut Media

Let"s be honest. History is full of f*cked up sh*t. But what are we gonna do, pretend like it never happened? Have a drink with your host, actor and writer Will Sterling, and his more qualified former Presidential Speechwriting co-host, Dr. Craig Smith. They unpack the silly, salacious, scandalous, and serious stuff in history. If we don"t learn from the past, we"re doomed to repeat it. So let"s at least try to do it with honesty and, wherever possible, a laugh.

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58:24

Greek Mythology 101

History. Rated R. ·

2023/11/17

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!

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48:59

The History of Existentialism

History. Rated R. ·

2023/11/10

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.

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51:24

The Bride of Frankenstein - Queer Cinema History...

History. Rated R. ·

2023/10/27

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.

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53:28

Marlene Dietrich

History. Rated R. ·

2023/10/20

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.

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54:49

The Evolution of Israel

History. Rated R. ·

2023/10/13

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.

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65:23

Adolf Hitler (Blegh)

History. Rated R. ·

2023/10/06

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.

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55:42

Napoleon Bonaparte

History. Rated R. ·

2023/09/29

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.

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44:40

Joan of Arc

History. Rated R. ·

2023/09/22

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??)

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56:43

A Nightmare on Papacy Street 5: The Dream Pope

History. Rated R. ·

2023/09/15

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.

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48:01

Papacy Wars: Episode IV - A New Pope

History. Rated R. ·

2023/09/01

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!

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41:36

Papacy III: Season of the Witch

History. Rated R. ·

2023/08/25

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

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43:35

Book of Shadows: Blair Papacy 2

History. Rated R. ·

2023/08/18

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

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54:17

The History of the Papacy Pt. 1

History. Rated R. ·

2023/08/11

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.

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47:25

Winston Churchill

History. Rated R. ·

2023/08/04

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.

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61:21

Rasputin and Stalin, 'Nuff Said

History. Rated R. ·

2023/07/28

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.

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64:54

The Rise and Fall of the German Empire

History. Rated R. ·

2023/07/21

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!

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60:16

Queen Victoria (We're Back!)

History. Rated R. ·

2023/07/14

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.

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49:15

Ava Gardner

History. Rated R. ·

2023/06/02

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.

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51:28

The Rise of Communism in China

History. Rated R. ·

2023/05/26

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.

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62:50

The (History?) of the Book of Revelation

History. Rated R. ·

2023/05/12

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 Fucker.

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