
Throughout the course of human civilization certain individuals have stood out as being completely f***ing awesome. From ninjas and gunfighters to pirates and Vikings, to explorers, scientists and great leaders, these people - true badasses - completely obliterated anything that stood in their path, routinely overcame seemingly insurmountable obstacles, and ultimately altered the course of history... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 139 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistoryComedy | |||

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It's World Series time! So let's talk some badass baseball. In today's episode, Ben is joined by TimeGhost historian and baseball enthusiast Indy Neidell to tell the story of Ted Williams. Williams wasn’t just one of the greatest hitters in baseball ... more
In today's episode Ben Thompson is joined by Shaina Steinberg to tell the story of Martha Gellhorn, the trailblazing war correspondent who smuggled herself into war zones, broke every rule that needed breaking, and filed some of the most powerful eye... more
This week, Ben and Pat are heading to Ireland for a double dose of destruction, divinity, and a surprisingly violent debate over a book. First up: Turgesius the Devil, a Viking warlord who didn’t just raid Ireland—he built cities, crowned himself kin... more
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Like the stories and history. Delivered in an entertaining format, great work.
This is my favorite new history podcast! It’s great to hear about so many new and different characters from history. Ben keeps it fun. Keep them coming!
It’s like a episode of HTDS but almost better.
I started listening at the paten episode and almost can’t,stop laughing and listening.
I just wish they’d say “yeah” 2/3 less than they do.
Amazing—this is essentially the equivalent of getting a weekly episode of Hardcore History by Dan Carlin, and as such I couldn’t be more impressed by this podcast—Keep up the fantastic work Ben and Pat 🙏
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This podcast explores the lives of extraordinary individuals throughout history, often referred to as 'badasses', who made significant impacts through their courage and audacity. Episodes are filled with thrilling narratives of various figures ranging from notorious fighters, influential leaders, and daring explorers to those who broke societal norms to achieve greatness. Each week, listeners are treated to stories that resonate with themes of resilience, defiance, and undying ambition, showcasing how these individuals overcame overwhelming odds to leave a mark on history.
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Recent guests on Badass of the Week include:
1. Indy Neidell
2. Mark Kerr
3. Michael Alm
4. Shaina Steinberg
5. David Fairhead
6. Rebecca Cantrel
7. Erik Slader
8. Daniele Bollelli
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