History Hyenas with Chris Distefano and Yannis Pappas
Comedians Yannis Pappas and Chris Distefano are smoothie-drinking history cuties who bring wild energy to every episode of their podcast, History Hyenas! Join these two as they blend history and humor like never before. Get ready to laugh and learn with the boys!
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May 8, 2025 • 94 mins
Yannis and Chris take you on a wild ride back to the very first stock market—then keep going all the way to ancient Greece and Rome, where guys in togas were investing in ship voyages. They break down what the market is, how it started, and why it still confuses the average person. Along the way, they spotlight Hetty Green, the OG “Wall Street witch” who became the richest woman in the game, hit the Great Depression like a bear mar...
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Yannis & Chris are joined by Tim Dillon who explains the difference between the Hamptons and Beverely Hills.
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April 28, 2025 • 61 mins
Yannis & Chris sit down with Chelsea Handler and go wild. Make sure to watch her special on Netflix and get her book!
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April 24, 2025 • 77 mins
Tom Segura drops by and calls his mom to see who she thinks might be responsible for the Pope’s death. Afterwards, Tom, Chris, and Yannis go over the potential candidates to fill his shoes and make their predictions. Finally, Tom and Chris teach Yanni—and any audience members who might not know—some key Catholic details.
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April 17, 2025 • 80 mins
Chris & Yannis take you from the very first music festival all the way to today’s Coachella. Did you know music festivals have always been a thing? Then they unmask the real Lady Gaga — the Italian girl from NYC behind the persona — and break down her dad’s reaction. Finally, it’s a dose of Steel Pipe Chrissy to close out a classic episode.
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April 10, 2025 • 76 mins
Yannis and Chris dive into the wild ride that is the history of American tariffs…spoiler alert: it’s been messy. Then they fast-forward to the Trump Tariffs, breaking down the best-case, worst-case, and total-chaos-case scenarios. This it’s a hot money war, cuz! Will it work? Well, they tell you.
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April 3, 2025 • 66 mins
The boys take you back to Transylvania to explore one of history’s most notorious serial killers, Countess Elizabeth Bathory. Did she really bathe in the blood of virgins? Was she as evil as they say, or was she framed because she was a wealthy woman owed money by King Matthias of Hungary?
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March 27, 2025 • 84 mins
Bert Kreischer drops in to talk about how he’s the Ulysses S. Grant of comedy, his political heroes, and how he could take over an African village. He also discusses life as an empty nester with his wife and more. His special Lucky is on Netflix now!
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March 20, 2025 • 117 mins
Yanni & Chris take this episode over to the Eastern Hemi to break down the history of Samurai culture. Then, NFL legend Pacman Jones drops in for a wild ride. We’re talking samurais, their savage discipline, and their leaky roofs. Is there a modern-day Bushido? Also, Chris tells Yanni the story of the only black ninja from that period and it is wild. And don’t worry, we made sure this episode was good… or we would’ve had to honor-k...
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March 13, 2025 • 83 mins
Let’s take you back to Bourbon-ruled France for the tale of Louis XIV. He was an opulent king who ruled with a watchful eye for 72 years. He spent lavishly, hosted extravagant parties, and turned his reign into a grand spectacle in the burbs at Versailles where he forced everyone to live. His life was as public as that of a modern-day streamer. While his rule strengthened the monarchy and kept the nobility under his control, the co...
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March 6, 2025 • 76 mins
Yannis & Chris delve deep into the past to explore the causes of the Jewish Diaspora. The Jews sought to shake off the yoke of Roman rule but failed in three revolts, leading to their expulsion from Judea. It was during this time that the name Palestine emerged, and the story of the Jewish Zealot Bar Kokhba remains highly relevant to today’s conflict.
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February 27, 2025 • 67 mins
Yannis & Chrissie take a look at the life of P. Diddy and ask: What went wrong? Was he just an ambitious kid from New York who lost his way, or was he born with a leaky roof? They also dive into the music industry—how much abuse does it allow, and did #MeToo ever even touch it? And finally, Tim Dillon drops by to chat with the boys at the end.
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February 20, 2025 • 75 mins
It’s Black History Month, and Chris and Yannis bring you one of the wildest slave escape stories in history: The incredible tale of Ellen and William Craft. You won’t believe the ingenious plan they executed to escape from captivity in Macon, Georgia—a journey that led them to freedom in Philadelphia, then to England, and eventually back to Georgia years later. Their remarkable story is not only a testament to their enduring love a...
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February 13, 2025 • 75 mins
The boys rattle off the history of the Panama Canal and how we got to where we are today with it. Donald Trump wants it back, and even prior administrations had concerns over who controls it and the rising costs of using it. Are we in a new Cold War, and does the Hong Kong billionaire who controls its entry and exit play a role? Enjoy the boys cracking open and cleaning out the Panama Canal.
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February 6, 2025 • 91 mins
The Hyenas dive into the wild and sordid history of Walt Disney and the empire he built. From questionable business dealings to urban legends about Disney World, this one’s gonna make you look at Mickey Mouse a little differently.
We’re talking underground secret tunnels, the insane story of how Disney acquired all that Florida land, and the conspiracy theories surrounding the man himself. Was Walt frozen? Did he have ties to shad...
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January 30, 2025 • 105 mins
Live from The Lincoln Theater in Washington DC, Chrissie & Yanni cover a vicious toot who became a ruthless and effective ruler. The only prostitute to ever do so in history. Empress Theodora was truly for Constantinople and wild!
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January 23, 2025 • 66 mins
Yannis and Chris are in D.C. at Spotify’s on-site studio. They cover the history of inaugurations, recap their day in Washington, D.C., and go wild on the Spotify on-site producers.
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January 16, 2025 • 85 mins
Georgios Karaiskakis might just be one of the wildest figures in history. A Greek mountain rebel and the illegitimate son of a nun, he lived his life with zero concern for conventions. Known for his sharp wit, charismatic presence, self-deprecating humor, and fearless bravery, he was also, by all accounts, a bit unhinged in the best way possible.
Karaiskakis played a pivotal role in the Greek Revolution, helping to dismantle Ottom...
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January 9, 2025 • 96 mins
The boys take a deep dive into the wild history of cloning. These days, you can clone a pet, and scientists have successfully cloned animals—but what about humans? According to the boys, there’s some compelling evidence that it might have happened! Plus, can you guess which country’s government is experimenting with gene editing to create super soldiers? Finally, Yannis and Chris uncover the fascinating story of the Raëlians, a gro...
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January 2, 2025 • 77 mins
China has risen to global superpower status in just 49 years. What’s their ultimate goal? Is it to surpass the USA? Can the boys hold their ground against China’s growing influence? Is there a path to cooperation, or are we locked in a game of chess with the future at stake? Tune in as the boys break down what China is up to, what it means for the rest of us, and how we can stay sharp in detecting their moves. Don’t miss it!
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