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History Dispatches

Matt and McKinley Breen
Library Of Alexandria
Wojtek the Bear
Saint Patrick
Polish Army
World War II
Christianity
Ireland
Opium Wars
Mount Everest
Junko Tabei
China
Oliver Cromwell
Roman Empire
Paganism
Edinburgh Zoo
Iran
Battle Of Monte Cassino
Dancing Plague Of 1518
Rosa Parks
Alexandria

History Dispatches is a daily history show hosted by father and son duo Matt and McKinley Breen. The show covers people, places, events and even objects from throughout history. While any topic is fair game, Matt and McKinley hold a soft spot for the offbeat and wacky stories that most people don’t know about.

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On March 4, 1865, Vice-President-Elect Andrew Johnson gave the most memorable - and controversial - vice-presidential inauguration speech in American history. And that is because Johnson, according to most observers, was resoundingly drunk - and had ... more

In the 1970s and 80s the swamps of south Florida became the perfect place to smuggle drugs into the United States. And the fishermen of the swamps were the perfect smugglers to ferry these illicit goods. The epicenter of this smuggling was Everglades... more

In November of 1956, the Hungarian Water Polo team came to Melbourne, Australia, for the Olympic games. But back in Europe, the player’s homeland was only a couple of weeks removed from a bloody - and failed - uprising against the Soviet Union. Then,... more

On the South Pacific island of Tanna, the locals are waiting for a man to return and save them this man’s name, John Frum. He is the central figure in the most prominent cargo cult in the south pacific, dating to the start of World War Two. But the o... more

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Recent Guests

Will Clark
Host of Grey History, a podcast focusing on the French Revolution
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Mike Troy
Host of the American Revolution Podcast, an expert in American Revolutionary history
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Howard Dorre
Runs the Plodding Through the Presidents podcast
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Episode: Billy Possum
Steve Silverman
Podcast host and teacher, known for the Useless Information Podcast
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Episode: The Denver Spiderman

Hosts

Matt Breen
Co-host of the show focusing on engaging stories from history, often featuring unique and offbeat topics.
McKinley Breen
Co-host and son of Matt Breen, contributing a youthful perspective and enthusiasm for storytelling about lesser-known historical events.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 254 ratings
  • Intriguing stories

    Heard about this podcast in Spring 2025; great and unique stories, including a deeper dive into well known historical events.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    USA Mknitter
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great

    Love it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Codrules123
    United States2 months ago
  • So interesting

    Great

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maverick 5431
    United States2 months ago
  • Accessible History

    A great history podcast that cover wide and varied topics. All done In a light and gentle way. Great to put on when you don’t have much time and you want to learn or hear some interesting stories and facts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wellard2013
    Canada3 months ago
  • Great podcast

    Little fun bites of history that are new and interesting

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr.Trixie
    United States4 months ago

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Many appreciate the unique and interesting historical topics covered, often focusing on lesser-known figures and events.
Listeners praise the podcast for its engaging and well-researched storytelling.
There are occasional critiques concerning bias in certain episodes, but the overall reception remains positive.
The dynamic between the father-son hosts is highlighted as enjoyable and relatable, contributing to a light-hearted approach to history.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#226
United States/History
Apple Podcasts
#227
Australia/History
Apple Podcasts
#158
Israel/History
Apple Podcasts
#166
South Africa/History
Apple Podcasts
#186
Colombia/History
Apple Podcasts
#232
Japan/History

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

James R. Vineyard - The man who shot and killed a fellow legislator - and got away with it
Q: Do we know exactly what his argument was that got him off of his manslaughter charges?
His lawyers argued self-defense since Vineyards was punched first.
How the French Stole Christmas
Q: What event flips the script back where it's okay to go back to church?
The end of the de-Christianization campaign began with the Thermidorian Reaction around mid-1794, which saw more moderate stances towards religion, but full public religious observance wouldn't return until 1795.
How the French Stole Christmas
Q: How does this all affect Christmas?
Due to the de-Christianization efforts, the National Convention closed churches, targeting significant traditions like Midnight Mass, which contributed to the public celebration of Christmas being effectively canceled across large areas of France, alongside the imposition of a new revolutionary calendar.
How the French Stole Christmas
Q: If the Catholic Church was so important and so integral to France and French society, why did the revolution and the revolutionaries and the church become such bitter rivals?
Initially, many clergy supported the revolution due to their commoner backgrounds, but tensions grew as the revolutionaries sought to nationalize church wealth and enforce reforms that the church resisted, leading to a split among clerics and increasing hostilities.
Oleg Gordievsky - MI6's most valuable Cold War Spy
Q: What was Operation Pimlico?
Operation Pimlico was a high-risk escape plan to exfiltrate Gordievsky from the Soviet Union when he became aware that he was under suspicion.

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This daily history show features a father-son duo exploring a wide array of engaging topics from various historical contexts. Episodes encompass well-known figures and events as well as quirky and lesser-known stories, making history accessible and entertaining for listeners. The hosts are particularly inclined towards offbeat narratives, adding a unique flavor to the conventional storytelling of historical events. The format of short, easily digestible episodes appeals to both casual listeners and history aficionados alike, making it an enjoyable addition to a busy schedule.

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