Hacked History

Walt Disney is seen by some as a controversial figure and by others as the inventor of an entertainment empire. Meet than the man behind the mouse in this episode.

In this episode we tackle the mystery of one of history's smallest monarchs?

One of history's most infamous figures, Adolf Hitler's life has been widely researched and commented upon. That being said, not everything you know about Hitler may be correct. Find out why an Austrian art school and a British army officer contributed to the rise of Hitler in post World War 1 Germany.

Henry Ford is widely recognized as one of the pioneers of the American automotive industry. However, their is more to the story of Henry Ford then first meets the eye. Find out why Ford's legacy is more complex than the Model T and the assembly line.

Thomas Jefferson is one of the most important figures in early American history. Jefferson was a gifted scientist and writer, but he was also a very complicated individual. Find out why in this week's episode.

This week we cover one of the deadliest leaders in World History. Find out more about the man whom is at the head of the Soviet mythology.

One of the most infamous figures of the Red Scare, Joseph McCarthy made a career out of lies and confidence.

Richard Nixon famously stated- "I am not a crook." You have the opportunity to decide on this week's episode.

In our new bonus episode series, Jake and I read some of history's greatest literature. Our first episode of this bonus episode series, covers the world's first known story- The Epic of Gilgamesh.

In this trailer, Jake and I discuss 2 new miniseries' that will be coming to Hacked History this summer: Marvelous Medicine and Jamn' Jazz.

Each miniseries will be posted once a week to the feed.

On this episode, we take a serious look at the history of our country's ongoing battle for Civil Rights.

In the first episode of our Medical "Marvels" miniseries, Jake and I discuss the misguided practice of using Urine medicinally. Misguided is the nice way to put it.

From Jelly Roll, to Storyville, to Ragtime, to Blues, the beginning of jazz is both complicated and interesting. Do you know where the term jazz originally came from? You could find out by listening to this episode.

On this episode, we discuss the ludicrous ingredients and methods used in making soothing syrups. We focus on one particular example and examine its historical implications.

Into/Out Music:

Scott Joplin "Pine Apple Rag"

We do not own the rights to this music.

In this episode, we start our own great journey into quite possibly the most famous example of Greek Mythology: The Iliad. Also, this episode includes the new Lit Literature theme music.

Theme Song by Monplaisir (We don't own the rights to this music)

For more information on this and other episodes, please visit our website @ https://sites.google.com/view/hacked-history-podcast.

In this two-part episode, we delve into the medical implications of bleeding and the philosophy of the Humors. The practice of bleeding was meant to bring balance to the force (and the body).

In part 1, we discuss the early implications of bleeding and the philosophy of the Humors.

Into/Out Music:

Scott Joplin "Pine Apple Rag"

We do not own the rights to this music.

In this two-part episode, we delve into the medical implications of bleeding and the philosophy of the Humors. The practice of bleeding was meant to bring balance to the force (and the body).

In part 2, we cover everything from the modern implications of bleeding, to the death of George Washington.

Into/Out Music:

Scott Joplin "Pine Apple Rag"

We do not own the rights to this music.

In this episode, we conquer the topic of medical Mercury. What does Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War have in common with Mad Hatter's Disease? Check out the episode to find out!

Into/Out Music:

Scott Joplin "Pine Apple Rag"

Steve Combs "Quit"

We do not own the rights to this music.

In this episode, we explore the medical use of Arsenic and explain its continued impact on medicine to this day. What does the American Revolution have in common with the use of medical Arsenic? Watch the episode to find out!

Into/Out Music:

Scott Joplin "Pine Apple Rag"

Steve Combs "Quit"

We do not own the rights to this music.