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God's Favorites: A History Podcast

Melissa Ratliff
Josephine Baker
Napoleon Bonaparte
World War II
Titanic
H.H. Holmes
French Revolution
French Resistance
Murder Castle
Haitian Revolution
1893 World's Fair
Josephine
France
Racism
Mental Health
Louis XVI
Frederick Fleet
Benjamin Pitesel
Serial Killers
Chicago
Grave Robbing

Throughout history, it has always seemed like God has favorites...or at least those who thought they were.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes58Founded5 years ago
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Amelia is working her way through the world... and a new relationship with her publicist and partner George. Even though Amelia has a husband and a new life, she only wants to be up in the air.

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Amelia is taking to the skies. Charles Lindbergh is going to set a high bar for her and she is going to rise to the challenge no matter what.

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Amelia Earhart's death defines most of what people know about her. But there was so much to her before she was Amelia the Lost or Amelia the Legend. Meet Amelia the Living.

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Brendan Griffin
Actor portraying Charles Lytoller in Unsinkable
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Episode: Unsinkable: A special look at the upcoming Titanic film

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Melissa Fairlady
Host of the series, credited as the main presenter and researcher; engages deeply with historical storytelling and biographical narratives.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 123 ratings
  • Any more episodes?!

    Will you be posting anymore podcasts?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NickNick1215
    United States3 years ago
  • Absolutely love it

    Tell all my history lovers about it as much as I can. I love listening while doing my laundry or other chores. It makes the day go by super fast. Melissa is soothing to listening to and is the very knowledge about what she talks about. You can tell she put her all into this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jewelz124
    United States3 years ago
  • Outstanding!

    I’ve fallen in love with this podcast. Everything is perfect from the topics to the spacing of the stories to the narrator's voice - her passion and compassion consistently ring through. It was especially noted and appreciated during the episode on the Titanic’s wireless operators. As a history enthusiast it’s wonderful to listen to someone who has a gift for storytelling!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J. Lynn134
    United States4 years ago
  • Good material (but too shouty)

    Enjoy the material. Note to host: Listening is physically painful, especially when wearing headphones. Your voice is piercing and sounds like you’re shouting. Even when I turn volume down. There’s no equalizer on my iphone/podcast app. Please modulate! Thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yourrock
    United States4 years ago
  • Still making my way through early episodes but both my kids and I are big fans of the content and style. Excellent work!

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    5
    jip126
    4 years ago

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Show is seen as a high-quality history podcast with a unique biographical and maritime blend
Listeners praise storytelling and host's passion for history
Audience finds episodes informative with strong production value and emotional engagement
Listeners frequently share excitement for upcoming topics and guests
Fans appreciate well-researched, engaging narratives that bring history to life

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A conversation with Parks Stephenson
Q: How did you get involved with the Magellan project?
I was brought into the project through Atlantic Productions, having worked with them on previous expeditions.
A conversation with Parks Stephenson
Q: Tell me a little bit about your background first and what you do now.
I am a retired naval officer who transitioned into the nonprofit museum community focused on ship preservation.
Stories from the HMHS Britannic: A conversation with the Kohlers
Q: What does it mean to salvage artifacts from Britannic?
It involves a team of divers working under specific conditions to recover items that tell the story of the ship and its passengers, ensuring they do so without damaging the wreck.
Unsinkable: A special look at the upcoming Titanic film
Q: Did you do a lot of research?
I did a significant amount of research, particularly on his biography, which helped me understand the character deeply.
Unsinkable: A special look at the upcoming Titanic film
Q: So how did you end up booking the role of our history talk patron saint, as we refer to him as Second Officer Charles Lytoller in Unsinkable?
I was fortunate enough to be offered the role because I had done a movie in Pittsburgh several years before with the producer and the director.

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This show centers on remarkable historical figures and events, often blending biography with broader cultural and societal themes. Episodes highlight pioneering women, maritime mysteries, and lesser-known stories that illuminate how fame, power, and public perception shaped history. Narration is praised for its storytelling drive, research depth, and engaging pacing, with production values that elevate both archival detail and narrative momentum. A standout is the seamless mix of biography, maritime history, and social context, offering listeners ambitious, well-researched narratives you can follow like a gripping series of historical chapters.

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