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History Dispatches

Matt and McKinley Breen
World War II
Wisconsin
Cold War
World War I
Soviet Union
Edmund Fitzgerald
Sterling Hall Bombing
Amber Room
Vietnam War
Robert Smalls
Christopher Knight
Operation Everglades
Dodo Bird
Nazi Germany
Rome
Hodag
Dungeons & Dragons
Adam's Peak
Civil War
Roman Empire

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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William Hoy - known as Dummy - was a celebrated major league baseball player in the early days of the game. He led the league in stolen bases, hit over .300, and was one of baseball’s finest centerfielders. The amazing thing about Dummy Hoy is that h... more

Once called the Jewel of Central Asia, the Aral Sea was the third largest lake in the world, and supported a unique ecosystem, and millions of people. But after irrigation projects in the 1960s began diverting water, the Aral Sea started to shrink. T... more

In 1991, two German tourists spotted something in the Alps at an elevation of more than 10,000. It was the remains of a human being. But not just any human - this was a man who had died a violent death more than 5,000 years ago. This is the story of ... more

In the Boundary Waters of Minnesota, in some of the most pristine and untouched wilderness in the world, lived Dorothy Molter, the last permanent resident of the region. She lived alone for decades, and was called the loneliest woman in America. Exce... more

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Chris Stewart
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Monet Izabeth
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Episode: Monet Izabeth – the first American woman to ski solo, and unsupported, to the South Pole
Will Clark
Host of Grey History, a podcast focusing on the French Revolution
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Jeff Moore
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Mike Troy
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Howard Dorre
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Episode: Billy Possum

Hosts

Matt Breen
Host of History Dispatches; father in the father–son hosting duo; regular narrative guide and co-presenter.
McKinley Breen
Co-host of History Dispatches; provides storytelling, host introductions, and collaborative discussion.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 346 ratings
  • The best podcast

    This podcast is just amazing. So fun interesting and cool. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    田蜜蜜5695
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Flessie!

    I spent my childhood summers on Flathead Lake & the greater Glacier/Bob Marshall and had never heard this story (we joked about the Flathead monster but I had no idea of the story origins). 🪵🫎🦕

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Monsker17
    United Statesa month ago
  • I love these short stories. BUT please stop advertising Gambling. Gambling does great harm. Plus the adds come on way too loud! Actually, unsubscribed.

    Podcast Addict
    2
    Dallas
    2 months ago
  • Going Political

    I used to enjoy this podcast but now it is more political. It makes me sad because history shouldn’t be told with a spin.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Burger awesome
    United States3 months ago
  • Super fun show!

    Love these guys’ dynamic and it’s always informative and entertaining. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Refriger8tor
    United States4 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise the father–son banter and clear explanations.
Many note the show as approachable for all ages and great for quick history bites.
Family-friendly and easy to listen to during commutes or car trips.
A few listeners criticize occasional woke bias in some episodes.
Positive feedback on varied topics and entertaining storytelling.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#213
Australia/History
Apple Podcasts
#159
Ireland/History
Apple Podcasts
#163
Colombia/History
Apple Podcasts
#231
Israel/History
Apple Podcasts
#234
Ukraine/History
Apple Podcasts
#239
India/History

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Typhoid Mary
Q: What made Mary Mallon stand out as a case in public health history?
She was identified as the first known asymptomatic carrier of typhoid, capable of shedding the bacteria without showing symptoms, which prompted aggressive quarantine and a debate about civil liberties versus public safety.
Monet Izabeth – the first American woman to ski solo, and unsupported, to the South Pole
Q: How did she prepare physically and mentally for the journey?
She followed a structured training plan with a polar-coach, engaged in heavy physical work six days a week, and used two tires to simulate sled-pulling, plus mental strategies like expedition rules and personal video diaries to cope with hardship.
Monet Izabeth – the first American woman to ski solo, and unsupported, to the South Pole
Q: What does solo and unsupported mean in her expedition?
Monet explains that she would be entirely alone and had to haul all gear without outside resupply, using a two-sled setup and following a fixed route (Hercules Inlet) to the South Pole, which emphasized self-sufficiency.
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.

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What is History Dispatches about and what kind of topics does it cover?

History Dispatches is a daily history show hosted by a father–son duo who bring compact, story-driven histories to a broad audience. Episodes cover a wide range of topics—from well-known events to offbeat curiosities—delivered with accessible explanations, brisk pacing, and humorous banter. The format tends to favor bite-sized narratives, clear takeaways, and occasional tangents that keep the material lively and approachable for listeners at work, in the car, or at home. A notable strength is the blend of solid research with warm, family-friendly dynamics, making it easy to binge and suitable for curious minds of many ages. One-off critiques aside, the program stands out for its consistently engaging delivery and breadth of topics across hi... more

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2. Serena Dyer
3. Chris Stewart
4. Monet Izabeth
5. Will Clark
6. Ian Sanders
7. Jeff Moore
8. Mike Troy

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