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Softcore History

Softcore History
World War I
World War II
Civil War
China
Roman Empire
Salomon August Andrée
Mitsuyasu Maeno
Left-Handedness
French Revolution
Gambling
Bleeding Kansas
Parenting Practices
Henry Kissinger
Vietnam War
Middle Ages
Victorian Era
Catholic Church
Germany
Titanic Thompson
United States

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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Latest Episodes

Forget Jeffrey Dahmer and Ted Bundy. Forget Jack the Ripper. One serial killer in 16th-century Germany was so prolific and horrifying that he puts all our modern true crime subject matter to shame. Peter Niers confessed to taking the lives of over 50... more

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Herbert Hoover is remembered as a total bozo whose term in office is defined by the Great Depression. But, Herbie lived an insanely eventful and rewarding life before and after his time at the White House that included stops in Australia, China, and ... more

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Bob Crane was known best for his titular role on the sitcom Hogan’s Heroes. But behind the scenes the man was a s*x addicted freak who filmed nearly every one of his conquests, carried personal p*rn on him at all times, and had nearly nightly gang ba... more

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Christian VII of Denmark is a relatively unknown monarch from the 1700s, save for one thing — he loved cranking it. The gooning addiction got so bad his advisors had to hide it from King George III of Great Britain so the monarch would allow his sist... more

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Recent Guests

Jesse McGinnis
Fraternity brother who suggested the topic
Episode: The Orphan Who Became A Globetrotting Mining Tycoon And US President
Scott Lopez
Guest on the show, regular participant in bracket discussions
Episode: The Worst Person To Ever Live Bracket
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
Uncle Lazer
Comedian and guest on the show
Episode: The Carny Days Of Professional Wrestling
Alex Buscemi
Episode: The Sword Wielding Lunatic Of WWII
Courtney Fox
Wife of Rob Fox and a recurring guest on the show
Episode: Boys Have Always Been Boys

Hosts

Rob Fox
Host of Softcore History; long-running co-host known for humorous, improvisational history banter and a knack for linking obscure facts to modern culture.
Dan Regester
Co-host and contributor; brings humorous anchoring, quick riffs, and historical insight, frequently driving the conversational pace.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.7k ratings
  • Softcore

    Hot Bob and Delco Dan crush a wide variety of historical topics. Perfect show for the non serious historical fan and the dogs love listening to it during the day.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Black2140
    United Statesa month ago
  • Excellent History Podcast for a Wikipedia Dive

    Great podcast for the stories of history’s side characters. Cheers for another beer and lipper

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BrightsideTiger1839
    United States2 months ago
  • Chase barks

    Five stars for chase wrapping the pod, god level addition.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jayvo1022
    United States2 months ago
  • Great Show

    Love listening to this podcast. Always a funny take on history. Actually prefer it when it’s just the bro’s riffing without a guest.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LAG1985
    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 😂 UPDATE: almost 4 months later and I don’t listen as much. Oops. But still 5 stars because he’s now my boyfriend. Trent is obsessed with yall and I love him so what he loves I love. Great show LOL

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    emmaocie
    United States5 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Listeners praise the chemistry and banter between Rob and Dan as a defining feature.
Some listeners prefer episodes without guests and highlight the duo's riff-heavy style as the strength of the show.
Many fans enjoy the casual, funny take on obscure historical topics.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#235
United States/History
Apple Podcasts
#204
Finland/History
Apple Podcasts
#245
Taiwan/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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Frequently Asked Questions About Softcore History

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

A humor-infused history show that pairs two veteran hosts with a rotating roster of guests to explore quirky, overlooked, and sometimes bizarre historical topics. Episodes blend lively banter, pop culture riffs, and approachable storytelling, making history feel like a casual chat among friends rather than a formal lecture. Fans can expect fast-paced riffs, surprising tangents, and a lighthearted take on everything from monarchs and political scheming to sports controversies and cultural memes. The format leans into entertainment as much as education, with a strong emphasis on entertaining anecdotes, witty banter, and a casual, inclusive vibe that appeals to casual history fans and comedy lovers alike. A standout trait is the chemistry betw... more

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Recent guests on Softcore History include:

1. Jesse McGinnis
2. Scott Lopez
3. Matthew Cooper
4. Alex Petkas
5. Cristina Montemayor
6. Eli Halperin
7. Uncle Lazer
8. Alex Buscemi

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