William Shakespeare's plays have profoundly influenced the English language and literary genres, challenging students for generations. Despite his contributions, little is known about his personal life, including the tragedies he faced.

This past century witnessed significant events, especially with wars. In this episode, we explore various aspects of World War II, including the life of a G.I., civilian survival tactics, the Pearl Harbor attack, and many other intriguing topics.

Chapters:

• 00:00:00 - A Beat By Beat Breakdown of Pearl Harbor
• 00:12:19 - Little-Known Facts About The Finnish Soldiers of World War II
• 00:23:24 - What It Was Like to Be an American G.I. in WWII
• 00:34:24 - How World War II Is Taught Around The World
• 00:43:13 - How A Baseball Player Became a World War II Assassin
• 00:54:53 - What Happened Immediately After Hitler's Death
• 01:07:21 - What Happened After the Attack on Pearl Harbor
• 01:17:52 - Here's What People Ate To Survive During WWII
• 01:29:07 - Hiroo Onoda Fought WWII For 30 Additional Years
• 01:37:07 - What Was Hygiene Like For US Soldiers In WWII?

Russia's history is a rich tapestry featuring Czars, totalitarian regimes, and pivotal events. Explore the journey from Peter the Great to modern times, including the Soviet Union's rise and fall.
Understand life in the USSR, the heroics of a Soviet soldier preventing nuclear disaster, and the collapse of the Soviet Union.

Chapters:

00:00:00 - Ernest Hemingway: The Ineffective KGB Spy
09:53:21 - The Soviet Soldier Who Averted Nuclear War
00:20:22 - Experiences of Soviet Gulag Prisoners
00:33:01 - Life on the Diomedes
00:44:14 - Rasputin: Russia's Secretive Figure
00:56:08 - Insights into the Russian Revolution
01:07:49 - Unusual Soviet Russian Cuisine
01:20:02 - Post-Soviet Union Collapse Events
01:33:05 - Peter The Great's Modernization of Russia
01:44:07 - The Kursk Submarine Explosion
01:54:27 - Life Under Soviet Rule

Ah, the 80s! Dayglo fashion, unforgettable music, and iconic movies. Embark on a nostalgic journey with us as we explore every significant movie released in the 1980s, year by year. From 'The Goonies' and 'Indiana Jones' to 'Back to the Future' and 'E.T.', relive your favorite cinematic moments from this vibrant decade. What's your standout movie experience from the 80s? Share your thoughts in the comments!

Discover the truth behind notorious mob stories and figures like Al Capone and Benny Binion. We delve into the world of The Yakuza and discuss the inner workings and history of organized crime, including mob influences on society and culture.

Explore infamous moments such as Whitey Bulger's evasion from the FBI, the life of a Prohibition bootlegger, and the surprising impact of the mob on New York City's pinball ban. We also uncover the role of the Mormon Mafia and the gruesome realities behind 'The Godfather.'

Chapters:

00:00:00 - Whitey Bulger, The Mobster Who Eluded The FBI For 16 Years

00:11:06 - What It Was Like to Be a Prohibition Bootlegger

00:22:30 - Facts About Organized Crime Around the World

00:33:32 - How a 1921 Mob Destroyed America's Richest Black Neighborhood

00:43:53 - Pinball Was Banned In NYC until the 1970s Because of the Mob

00:58:39 - What It Was Like to Be In the Mob

01:09:35 - Benny Binion, The "Friendliest" Mobster In Vegas

01:20:54 - A Timeline Of Bonnie And Clyde’s Spree Of Love And Crimes

01:31:15 - How the Mormon Mafia Helped Build Las Vegas

01:41:29 - 11 Things You Didn't Know About Al Capone

01:52:31 - The True Story Behind The Godfather Was Much Bloodier