Cozy History

Austin and Sam tackle one of their most difficult topics yet; The Irish Potato Famine. Almost everyone thinks that they know this sad story, but only Austin can leads us through this complex whirlwind of Irish history and British colonialism. How did it all start? Did they really only eat potatoes? Just how bad were the British? (really bad). They also touch on medieval feast days

Austin and Sam dive into the fascinating life of "the last viking" Harald Hardrada. As a young man, he was forced from his homeland and left adrift in the ancient world. His military skill eventually led him to Constantinople and the Holy Land, where he gained wealth and prestige. Ultimately, his path led to England and the famous Battle of Stamford Bridge. It's hell

Austin and Sam celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party! But don't let the name fool you, this isn't about fancy gatherings with nice tea and those little triangular sandwiches. This episode features an in-depth look at the early days of the American independence movement. Samuel Adams! John Adams! (second cousins!) Also featuring British taxation, the Sons o

Who doesn't love Christmas? The beautiful lights, the great times with friends and family, and the absolute devastation of trench warfare! Sam and Austin have brought you a present: The Christmas Truce of WWI. This episode includes the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, the unifying power of drinking beers with the lads, and the importance of notes from your mom. Enjoy

Inspired by "Florida Man" headlines, Austin leads us on a mystical journey through the mists of time. From the tectonic level, to Pangea (did it really exist?), to Francis Drake and the election of Abraham Lincoln. Florida's reputation as a crazy and lawless land of opportunity is well deserved. Thanks for listening!

Austin and Sam talk about the original Covid-19. You thought staying inside was horrible? Wait until you hear about plague doctors, bursting pustules, and shrieking flagellants. Trust us, the black plague was even worse than you think. It also has a surprisingly long history, from the Bible to the 1900s. This is an in-depth episode, full of disgusting facts and jokes about those di

The UAW is on strike! As the United Auto Workers continue to put pressure on automakers, Austin and Sam are here to make sure that you know exactly what is going on. All the way from the early beginnings of the UAW to the developments that we're seeing right now! They also touch on Henry Ford's secret army, building tanks during WWII, the election of Shawn Fain, and so much

Some people love them, some hate them. The latter group makes no sense to us. Join Austin and Sam as they explore the mind-blowing history of a superfood: pickles. Used by Julius Caesar, Napoleon, and even our boys overseas in WWII. They also discuss the new drug "monkey dust" and speculate on Captain America's relationship to the Civil Rights Movement. Enjoy! Cover p

Guns, gambling, and gangsters. The mafia has captured public attention for many years (Shoutout Pauly Walnuts), but Austin and Sam found out the real history of Italian organized crime. From the Black Hand to John Gotti, they discuss the rise and fall of the greatest criminal organization that the world has ever seen. Cover Photo: Meyer Lansky, 1958.

It's a 4th of July special episode! Austin and Sam discuss one of the most famous wartime operations in the history of the world. Discover the behind the scenes politics and spy-work that made it possible, how and why Eisenhower became Supreme Allied Commander, and how a bunch of Macy's Thanksgiving Day Balloons saved the world.