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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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51:19

Films That Challenged the Code

History. Rated R. ·

2022/12/16

We're continuing on our journey through a production code challenged Hollywood. A few films along the way changed the way we look at movies (and collected some Oscars too), directly affecting our rating system and, as we will come to see, going all the way up to the Supreme Court. Plus, a brief history of mulled wine!

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50:32

The History of the Motion Picture Production Code

History. Rated R. ·

2022/12/09

We go back to our favorite place of Hollywood to discuss the always controversial and unbelievably strict and stupid Motion Picture Production Code, often referred to as the "Hays Code." Hear a lot of stupid things they wanted to regulate when it came to the eras of the classics, but also how these restrictions may have forced writers to get better, and more clever, to avoid it.

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42:13

The Real Life History of Julius Caesar and Macbeth

History. Rated R. ·

2022/12/02

Craig walks us further down our Shakespeare path, discussing the real life histories of two of time's (and ol' Bill's) most iconic figures, Julius Caesar and Macbeth.

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36:54

Will's Birthday Gift from Grandma Olga

History. Rated R. ·

2022/11/25

It's Will's birthday! Celebrate with us as we listen to an almost 20 year old tape he found of his grandma, Olga Gotto, discussing the history of the 1950's with his sister Lisa for a high school project. We hope you have and have had a happy Thanksgiving. We're thankful to YOU for listening.

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52:36

The Kings That Inspired Shakespeare

History. Rated R. ·

2022/11/18

We continue our jounrey into the mind of good ol' Bill aka Bill Shakespeare aka Bill Skarsgaard's original form, William Shakespeare. And in this mind we're discussing the real life Kings of history that inspired his many plays aptly titled...those Kings names. Plus, let's unpack that Rancho episode shall we?

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39:23

LIVE! At the Rancho Los Cerritos

History. Rated R. ·

2022/11/11

History Rated R is coming to you LIVE!...well, pre-recorded technically. But we taped this episode in front of a live studio audience (not really) at the Rancho Los Cerritos in Long Beach, CA! Craig is a member of the gang there and he's giving us the 411 on the Rancho's history and its impact as an important California Landmark.

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46:20

Mahatma Gandhi

History. Rated R. ·

2022/11/04

We're putting the R in History Rated R today as we talk about the revolutionary, and in many ways controversial, Mahatma Gandhi. Learn about his life and works from your dear old uncle Craig and then also learn from Will about why Gandhi might have hated Will and Craig. It's all fun and games (and some serious sh*t) here!

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50:23

Martin Luther's Halloween Spooktacular!

History. Rated R. ·

2022/10/28

It's Halloweeeeeeeen!!!! And we're celebrating by talking about...Martin Luther? That's right, the guy who hammered the "95 Theses" to the door of the Catholic Church was the founding father of Protestantism. And he did it on Halloween night! But it wouldn't be a proper holiday episode without a little history of the day itself, and constant interruptions from Will in an attempt to make Luther's sorty a little more...SPOOOOOOKY!!!

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38:42

Maximilien Robespierre, Ooh La La

History. Rated R. ·

2022/10/21

We're circling back to the time of Mary Wollstonecraft to talk about one of France's most powerful figures during the revolution, Maximilien Robespierre! From a young age he was on a path to power, going eventually from judge to accused dictator. Plus, the weird history of a random dish from a famous New Orleans restaurant...Steak Robespierre!

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41:46

The Plays of William Shakespere

History. Rated R. ·

2022/10/14

It's Craig's birthday! So we're celebrating how the man wants, not by talking about the history of Shakespeare's life but of Craig's favorite plays! Listen to some theater nerds talk about their love for ol' Will. The ONLY other Will we'll tolerate. Plus, hear the history of Shakespeare's favorite drink...ale!

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35:29

A Brief History of 21st Century Feminism

History. Rated R. ·

2022/10/07

On the heels of Wollstonecraft being an OG feminist, Craig brings us into the 21st Century with several notable and notorious women who furthered and advanced the cause and work of feminism. Plus, in a delayed goodbye to Summer, a brief history of the Margarita!

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39:55

Mary Wollstonecraft, Feminist Icon

History. Rated R. ·

2022/09/30

The rolls are reversed once more as Will regales Craig with the life story of Mary Wollstonecraft, one of feminisms early icons and writers, and the mother of Mary Shelley the author of Frankenstein. Hear the trials and tribulations that led to a life of immense importance in both feminist theory and literature. And are you hungry? Cook up Craig's recipe for Beef Wellington following the below!This is our usual step by step approach. Make sure you read through and have all the ingredients

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47:40

Edmund Burke and James Fox

History. Rated R. ·

2022/09/23

In honor of the Queen, we continue our celebration of British people! Historic British people! Two more iconic and important parliamentary speakers, Edmund Burke became the mentor to James Fox...only to have Fox betray him. Learn how Burke was an early champion of the colonies and was critical of the King for mistreating them. And hear his hurtful final words for his pupil Fox.

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46:42

A Brief History of the Monarchy

History. Rated R. ·

2022/09/16

God save the queen! Craig gives us a hot quick deep dive (mmm) into the history of the Monarchy and God damn are there a lot of Edwards. And Georges. 3 Charles'. 2 Elizabeths. We're running the gamut here. Plus, learn about a cocktail neither Craig NOR Will would want to drink...the Monarch Martini.

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40:25

Galileo (di Vincenzo Bonaiuti de') Galilei!

History. Rated R. ·

2022/09/09

Craig brings us the tale of ever the controversial astronomer, physicist, and engineer Galileo Galilei! How did the man himself up against the Catholic church? What role did the Medici Family play in his fame? Learn how his inventions and beliefs forever changed the way we approach science. Plus, two fan fact checks and reading your reviews!

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51:52

Great Parliamentary Speakers

History. Rated R. ·

2022/09/02

Craig has a curveball for today as we focus on great Parliamentary speakers of England, how the politics of the UK have often connected with the US', and an important update/request to listeners. Plus, a VERY in depth fan fact check.

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52:17

Classic Hollywood Couples aka HRR Goes (back) to...

History. Rated R. ·

2022/08/26

Pairs. They're better than singles. Better than unos. You know...they're better than who knows? Well today, Craig knows. He's walking us down another Hollywood memory lane commemorating the most iconic of Hollywood duos. From Jeanette MacDonald and Nelson Eddy to Nick and Nora Charles aka William Powell and Myrna Loy, hold our hands and let us walk you down the yellow brick f*cking road to Hollywood!

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46:15

W. and Obama aka Finally! No More Presidents Episodes!!

History. Rated R. ·

2022/08/19

Craig takes us on a quick overview of George W. Bush and Barack Obama's presidencies to round out and conclude our history of US Presidents. Will couldn't be more relieved. Plus, a quick history on a local Washing DC eatery adored by many, including President Obama, Ben's Chili Bowl!

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45:41

History. Rated R. Goes to the Movies!

History. Rated R. ·

2022/08/12

We're going to the movies! In a slight break from format, Craig and Will are gushing about the history of film and breaking down some problematic, and wonderful, classic films. If you enjoyed this kind of episode, let us know! We'd love to take you to the movies more often, if you know what we mean.Also, famous silent (and later non-silent) actor John Barrymore's favorite cocktail, The Pimm's Cup, is discussed. Serve up one for yourself.2 oz. Pimm’s No. 1 Cup3/4 oz. Cointreau¾ oz. freshly squeezed

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40:46

The Suffragists! (Not Suffragettes?)

History. Rated R. ·

2022/08/05

Craig takes us on a journey of the important history leading up to and through the passing of the 19th Amendment which gave women the right to vote, and its key figures among the Suffragists along the way. But it wasn't all progressivism and sunshine and rainbows, just because "women" were allowed the right to vote most all women of color were prevented from doing so for another several decades.

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