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Softcore History

Softcore History
Henry Kissinger
Parenting Practices
Historical Parenting
19th Century Medicine
Realpolitik
Franz Schmidt
Cold War
Vietnam War
Cambodia
Morality
Bread
Agriculture
Fertile Crescent
Roman Empire
Prehistoric Egypt
Gluten
Wonder Bread
Porridge
Lead
Wheat

A podcast for the casual fan of history. The Wikipedia reader. The kids who grew up with a dad who watched the same 10 hours of World War II specials on The History Channel. Join Dan Regester, Rob Fox, and a weekly guest as they tastefully insert themselves into the past. The only thing we don’t show is our research.

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Recent Guests

Alex Petkas
PhD in Classics
Cost of Glory
Episode: Roman History Expert Answers Our Dumb Questions
Cristina Montemayor
Makeup artist and beauty writer.
Episode: The Manly History Of Makeup
Eli Halperin
Comedian and musician
Episode: Epstein's Lady's Daddy
Jessie Wiseman
Returning guest and host of Crime Corner
Crime Corner
Episode: Rome’s Worst Serial Killer Was A Woman
Uncle Lazer
Comedian and guest on the show
Episode: The Carny Days Of Professional Wrestling
Courtney Fox
Wife of Rob Fox and a recurring guest on the show
Episode: Boys Have Always Been Boys
Alex Buscemi
Episode: The Dark Magic Of Aleister Crowley
Tiege Dooley-Panko
Author of The Social Media Detox
Episode: Reading Is Bad For Women
Jack Mandeville
Veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom and host of Jacked History on YouTube
Jacked History
Episode: Operation Iraqi Freedom

Hosts

Dan Regester
Host and co-founder known for humor and insight into historical narratives.
Rob Fox
Co-host and contributor with a comedic angle on historical discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.6k ratings
  • Bleeding Kansas episode got my daughter an A

    Still great, lost some momentum when Jake left but still laugh out loud funny, my daughter cited Rob for her civics class and got an A

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mjgreene65
    United States21 days ago
  • Two bafoons gabbing through niche history

    Great show, worth the listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Salt n’ peppered punctuation
    United Statesa month ago
  • Click that follow Button STAT

    Do you like history? Do you like comedy? Do you like real conversations? Then this podcast is for you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mattyice3331
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great Show

    Love the audio makes this feel like a high quality podcast not filmed on a couch.

    You guys sound like you’re always on the verge of breaking through. I even went back to 2023 and honestly you sounded the same. But now with Dan going full time (shoutout to unemployment for making dreams possible) I really believe big things are coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PookieMF
    United Statesa month ago
  • Highly recommend

    Great show! It’s like b.s.ing with your buddies.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Naturday Nathan
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the podcast's comedic approach to history, noting it feels like hanging out with friends while learning.
Many find the blend of fun narratives with educational content refreshing and appealing for casual listeners.
Some feedback indicates a desire for more diverse guest perspectives, hinting at the audience's interest in a broader range of viewpoints.
The hosts receive praise for their chemistry and the humorous storytelling style that makes historical topics accessible.

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Apple Podcasts
#188
United States/History
Apple Podcasts
#245
Italy/History
Apple Podcasts
#227
South Africa/History

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Epstein's Lady's Daddy
Q: You doing anything coming up?
I'm going to the UK for the Fringe Festival in Scotland and then I'm touring all over Europe for September.
Epstein's Lady's Daddy
Q: Where can the people find you?
You can find me at Eli Halperin Comedy on Instagram.
The Dark Magic Of Aleister Crowley
Q: What about you, Bish?
I learned that people back then were really fucking stupid and you can just say that, oh, I'm gonna give you magic powers if you let me rim you.
The Dark Magic Of Aleister Crowley
Q: What did you learn today?
I learned that basically he did a lot to justify his sex addiction.
Operation Iraqi Freedom
Q: Did you ever feel like you were involved in a significant historical event?
Not necessarily as it was happening. It's something I consider more now, especially since we are discussing it on a podcast like this.

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This series provides a humorous and irreverent exploration of historical events, figures, and narratives, often appealing to those who enjoy learning about history in a relaxed, comedic setting. Co-hosted by two charismatic individuals, each episode features discussions that blend entertaining anecdotes with insightful commentary, ensuring that listeners are not only amused but also educated about often overlooked aspects of history. The unique blend of history and comedy, along with detailed examinations of unusual topics and figures, distinguishes this series, making it an entertaining option for casual fans who seek to expand their knowledge of the past without the formality typically associated with historical analysis.

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