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The History Guy

Lance and Josh Geiger
Theft
Ignaz Semmelweiss
National Gallery
American Civil War
World War II
Ancient Egypt
Puerperal Fever
Soap
Phylloxera
Ghent Altarpiece
Goya's Wellington
1715 Spanish Treasure Fleet
Samoan Crisis
New York City
Charles VI
Ludwig II
Germ Theory
Middle Ages
Hygiene
Great Wine Blight

If you love history, this is the podcast for you! Stories of forgotten history, presented by Josh Geiger with Lance Geiger, The History Guy, from the hit YouTube channel The History Guy: History Deserves to be Remembered. Visit the channel here: www.youtube.com/TheHistoryGuyChannel We believe that history does not have to be boring. At its heart, history is storytelling, and we believe that it sho... more

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On today’s episode we talk about what is often called the last invasion of mainland Britain - a disastrous and almost farcical series of blunders that ended in abject disaster. But what if it didn’t?

Today we talk about the most numerous bird on the planet - the chicken - and how the world might be different if we never domesticated it.

On today’s episode, we talk about some of the first steel-hulled ships the United States ever built, and how those first few ships might have set the tone for the entire 20th century.

On today’s episode, we venture to Asia to talk about a battle that determined the course of Chinese history, and that has become such an integral part of Chinese historical mythology that it is sometimes difficult to sort fact from fiction. What migh... more

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Recent Guests

Brad Wagnon
History aficionado and longtime friend of the History Guy
Episode: Counterfactuals: Rome and Hannibal
Brad Wagnan
History aficionado and longtime friend of The History Guy
Episode: Counterfactuals: Death of a President Part 2
Betty Jo Geiger
Grandmother of Josh Geiger and mother of Lance Geiger, guest speaker
Episode: Volcanoes: Vesuvius & Tambora
Betty Jo
Grandmother of The History Guy
Episode: Ancient Egypt: The Pyramids and the Silver Pharoah

Hosts

Josh Geiger
Co-host and writer for the podcast, he brings a thorough understanding of history and a passion for storytelling, often guiding the discussions with engaging narratives.
Lance Geiger
The main personality of the podcast, often providing historical analysis and humor, Lance is dedicated to making history enjoyable and relevant for the audience.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 310 ratings
  • Counter factual

    Tell the facts not what ifs

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    JustJowyO
    United States2 months ago
  • Counterfactuals

    I love the History Guy, but these counterfactuals are…not good. The aren’t history.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    rhttton
    United States3 months ago
  • Been listening to THG for the better part of 5 years it feels like, YouTube or Audible. Thanks to him I get to relentlessly bombard my willing or not friends to thousands of random facts on a daily basis 👍😂

    Audible
    5
    Michael
    United States6 months ago
  • 11/10

    Been listening to THG for the better part of 5 years it feels like, YouTube or Audible. Thanks to him I get to relentlessly bombard my willing or not friends to thousands of random facts on a daily basis 👍😂

    Audible
    5
    Michael
    United States6 months ago
  • Sidetracked

    I’m sorry but although I greatly enjoy the regular History Guy show I don’t like these counterfactual commentary episodes. I won’t be listening until they are finished and we get back to the regular show. I have more than enough of leather headed opinion. Just the facts please.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Caretaker Tomm
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise the engaging storytelling and passion for history, appreciating that it makes learning enjoyable.
The humor and insights shared by the hosts are valued, but some listeners express a desire for a more straightforward historical narrative without speculative elements.
Critiques often center around the production quality, particularly regarding sound mixing and interruptions from advertisements.

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Counterfactuals: Task Force 34 and Leyte Gulf
Q: What were the potential long-term implications of a defeat for the Japanese Navy at Leyte?
It might have led to an early surrender from Japan and changed the dynamics of post-war reconstruction.
Counterfactuals: Death of A President Part 1
Q: How would the nation have accepted the inauguration of a dying vice president?
There would likely be great skepticism and uncertainty regarding the legitimacy and effective governance of a president who was known to be ill.
Counterfactuals: Death of A President Part 1
Q: What might have happened if Theodore Roosevelt died in that 1902 carriage accident?
It would have significantly impacted the upcoming elections and the political landscape, possibly affecting reforms and the Republican Party's direction.

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Focusing on the captivating stories of history, this series presents an engaging exploration of events, figures, and phenomena that have shaped our world. The format revolves around counterfactual history, pondering 'what-if' scenarios that could have altered the course of historical events. Each episode often includes discussions on a variety of eras and topics, from notable battles and espionage during wars, to the influence of mundane aspects like ketchup on cultural development. With storytelling that blends humor, passion, and in-depth research, listeners are invited to not only learn but also to enjoy the complexities and, sometimes, absurdities of history.

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2. The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe
3. History That Doesn't Suck
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The History Guy launched 5 years ago and published 121 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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