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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
Porridge
Wonder Bread
Gluten
Roman Empire
Fertile Crescent
Agriculture
Lead
Bread
Wheat
Prehistoric Egypt

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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With the MLB season about to start we pick our starting nine for Hell’s baseball team — the most talented and least moral person at every position in MLB history, dead players only. We also pick the All-Heaven starting nine and decide who would win b... more

King Xerxes launched a second invasion of Greece in 480 BC to avenge his father's failures a decade before. The massive Persian army of over 100,000 men was met by Leonidas and his force of 300 Spartans (and roughly 7,000 other soldiers) at a pass in... more

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Maybe we don't talk about the Pacific Theater in World War 2 as much as we should because we don't want to acknowledge how gross it actually was. The Battle of Peleliu is arguably the best example of how foul it was. Unspeakable war crimes, temperatu... more

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Huey Long was one of the most radical and powerful politicians in American history. Between his time as both the governor of Louisiana and senator he completely steamrolled his enemies and changed the state entirely during the Great Depression.

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Recent Guests

Matthew Cooper
Frequent guest on Softcore History
Softcore History
Episode: The Butcher of Plainfield Ed Gein
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
Gabby Montemayor
Comedian and guest for this episode
Episode: The Most Irish Thing That Ever Happened
Alex Buscemi
Episode: The Dark Magic Of Aleister Crowley

Hosts

Rob Fox
Host and co-host with a humorous approach to historical discussions, engaging with guests and maintaining a light, irreverent tone throughout episodes.
Dan Regester
Host known for his engaging storytelling and comedic delivery, often collaborating smoothly with Rob Fox to present diverse historical subjects.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.7k ratings
  • Don’t cover up for Epstein

    If you’re going to pander with epstein content, don’t dismiss it

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Btobbes
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great podcast

    Great podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Osm austin
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great Podcast

    Softcore is perfect for both the history nerd and casual. The boys bring great underrated stories to the limelight. Even my wife who is not a history nerd laughs and enjoys the podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WaterSquatch14
    United States3 months ago
  • If you read this on the pod, put in a good word for me…

    I have a crush on a guy who’s obsessed with this show. I started listening because he’s cute and I wanted him to like me, but kept listening because it’s genuinely entertaining! Great vibes. 5 stars 😂

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    emmaocie
    United States4 months ago
  • Great show

    Fun way to learn about obscure historical events. Guys are always hilarious and keep things pretty light

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ReviewIVXX
    United States5 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the light-hearted take on serious historical topics, finding it both entertaining and informative.
Many enjoy the humorous banter between hosts, which adds relatability and charm to the episodes.
Some feedback indicates that while the comedic style is enjoyable, it may not appeal to those seeking more traditional historical narratives.

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Apple Podcasts
#189
United States/History
Apple Podcasts
#91
Ireland/History
Apple Podcasts
#157
Argentina/History

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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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The episodes cover a wide range of historical topics through a humorous and irreverent lens, appealing to casual history enthusiasts. Regular discussions revolve around peculiar historical figures, significant events, and cultural phenomena, often revealing lesser-known stories that challenge traditional narratives. Beyond mere storytelling, the engaging banter among hosts provides entertainment, making history accessible and relatable. Unique elements include the audacious blending of comedy with serious themes, as well as the dynamic between hosts who offer their personal anecdotes, which adds a layer of relatability for the audience.

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2. Alex Petkas
3. Cristina Montemayor
4. Eli Halperin
5. Jessie Wiseman
6. Uncle Lazer
7. Courtney Fox
8. Gabby Montemayor

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