Giants of History

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this twelfth and final episode of our series on Winston Churchill, we follow Churchill as his escape from the Boers reaches its final phase. He’s just one train ride away from ultimate freedom. We hope you enjoy! For exclusive access to “Giants of History | Stories” which are extra, full length episodes of Giants of History, visit patreon.com/giantsofhistory. Follow the show on Twitter: @giantshistory

Transcribed - Published: 18 May 2020

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this eleventh episode of our series on Winston Churchill, we follow Churchill as he continues his efforts to escape from Boer territory, wandering through the South African veld at night. And just as Churchill is about to run out of options, he sees something in the distance that changes everything. We hope you enjoy! For exclusive access to “Giants of History | Stories” which are extra, full length episodes of Giants of History, visit patreon.com/giantsofhistory. Follow the show on Twitter: @giantshistory

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2020

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this tenth episode of our series on Winston Churchill, we follow Churchill as he formulates his plan to get out of Boer Territory, and win back his freedom, which lies 300 miles away in Portuguese East Africa. We hope you enjoy! For exclusive access to "Giants of History | Stories" which are extra, full length episodes of Giants of History, visit patreon.com/giantsofhistory. Follow the show on Twitter: @giantshistory

Transcribed - Published: 6 January 2020

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this ninth episode of our series on Winston Churchill, we follow Churchill as he wins back his freedom after escaping from prison, only to find himself in the middle of the South African veld, hundreds of miles from true safety. We hope you enjoy! For exclusive access to “Giants of History | Stories” which are extra, full length episodes of Giants of History, visit patreon.com/giantsofhistory. Follow the show on Twitter: @giantshistory

Transcribed - Published: 25 October 2019

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this eighth episode of our series on Winston Churchill, we follow Churchill during the immediate lead up to, and the execution of his bold plan to escape. We hope you enjoy! For exclusive access to “Giants of History | Stories” which are extra, full length episodes of Giants of History, visit patreon.com/giantsofhistory. Follow the show on Twitter: @giantshistory

Transcribed - Published: 30 September 2019

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this seventh episode of our series on Winston Churchill, we explore Churchill’s arrival at his prison in Pretoria, South Africa, his day to day life as a prisoner of war, and the formation of his plan to ultimately escape from his Boer captors. We hope you enjoy! For exclusive access to “Giants of History | Stories” which are extra, full length episodes of Giants of History, visit patreon.com/giantsofhistory Follow the show on Twitter: @giantshistory

Transcribed - Published: 22 July 2019

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this sixth episode of our series on Winston Churchill, we explore Churchill’s first few days as a prisoner of war, and his early plans for escape. We hope you enjoy! For exclusive access to “Giants of History | Stories” which are extra, all new full length episodes of Giants of History, visit patreon.com/giantsofhistory Gohistorypodcast.com | @giantshistory | [email protected] Please visit our website at gohistorypodcast.com for more information and to sign up for our email newsletter

Transcribed - Published: 7 May 2019

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this fifth episode of our series on Winston Churchill, we explore the Boer’s trap of the British reconnaissance train, its aftermath, and Churchill’s reaction to it. This is a wild one. We hope you enjoy! For exclusive access to “Giants of History | Stories” which are extra, all new full length episodes of Giants of History, visit patreon.com/giantsofhistory Gohistorypodcast.com | @giantshistory | [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 29 March 2019

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this fourth episode of our series on Winston Churchill, we explore the reconnaissance mission that Churchill joins aboard an armored train in eastern South Africa, which is scheduled to travel north out of Estcourt headed towards Ladysmith. But that plan takes a severe turn when the armored train encounters members of the Boer Army along the way. We hope you enjoy! For exclusive access to “Giants of History | Stories” which are extra, all new full length episodes of Giants of History, visit patreon.com/giantsofhistory Gohistorypodcast.com | @giantshistory | [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 6 March 2019

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this third episode of our series on Winston Churchill, we explore Churchill's arrival in South Africa for the Boer War, his race from Cape Town to Natal, and his arrival at Estcourt where he plans to join a reconnaissance mission on an armored train. We hope you enjoy! For exclusive access to “Giants of History | Stories” which are extra, all new full length episodes of Giants of History, visit Patreon.com/giantsofhistory Gohistorypodcast.com | @giantshistory | [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 19 February 2019

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! This episode is the second in a short series that covers one of the greatest escape stories in modern history…and the hero of this story is none other, than Winston Churchill. We hope you enjoy! For exclusive access to “Giants of History | Stories” which are extra, all new full length episodes of Giants of History, visit Patreon.com/giantsofhistory Gohistorypodcast.com | @giantshistory | [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 27 December 2018

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! This episode is the first in a short series that covers one of the greatest escape stories in modern history…and the hero of this story is none other, than Winston Churchill. We hope you enjoy! For exclusive access to “Giants of History | Stories” which are extra, all new full length episodes of Giants of History, visit Patreon.com/giantsofhistory Gohistorypodcast.com | @giantshistory | [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 30 November 2018

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this thirteenth and final episode in part one of our series on Cleopatra, we explore in great detail the assassination of Julius Caesar, as well as the impact his death had on Cleopatra’s immediate future, and ultimately, her life. We hope you enjoy! For exclusive access to “Giants of History | Stories” which are extra, all new full length episodes of Giants of History, visit Patreon.com/giantsofhistory. This episode of Giants of History was brought to you by Audible.com. Visit audibletrial.com/history to download your free audiobook Gohistorypodcast.com | @giantshistory | [email protected] Please visit our website at gohistorypodcast.com for more information and to sign up for our email newsletter

Transcribed - Published: 5 September 2018

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this twelfth episode of our series on Cleopatra, we continue to explore the events leading up to the assassination of Julius Caesar, including the many bad omens that appeared as the Ides of March approached. We hope you enjoy! For exclusive access to “Giants of History | Stories” which are extra, all new full length episodes of Giants of History, visit Patreon.com/giants of history. This episode of Giants of History was brought to you by Audible.com. Visit audibletrial.com/history to download your free audiobook Gohistorypodcast.com | @giantshistory | [email protected] Please visit our website at gohistorypodcast.com for more information and to sign up for our email newsletter Editor’s Note: Many of the quotes used in this episode are from Barry Strauss’ book “The Death of Caesar.” Mr. Strauss is mistakenly referred to as “Robert Strauss” during one of those references

Transcribed - Published: 30 July 2018

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this eleventh episode of our series on Cleopatra, we explore the events leading up to the assassination of Julius Caesar and some of the conspirators who spearheaded the charge. We hope you enjoy! All new episodes of the show are now available at www.patreon.com/giantsofhistory This episode of Giants of History was brought to you by Audible.com Visit audibletrial.com/history to download your free audiobook Gohistorypodcast.com | @giantshistory | [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 20 June 2018

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this tenth episode of our series on Cleopatra, we explore Cleopatra and Caesar’s reunion in Rome as well as cover some of the events that occur while Cleopatra is in the city. We hope you enjoy! All new episodes of the show are now available at www.patreon.com/giantsofhistory This episode of Giants of History was brought to you by Audible.com Visit audibletrial.com/history to download your free audiobook Gohistorypodcast.com | @giantshistory | [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 15 May 2018

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this ninth episode of our series on Cleopatra, we explore Cleopatra’s long journey from Egypt to Rome, and the lead up to her reunion with Julius Caesar. We hope you enjoy! All new episodes of the show are now available at www.patreon.com/giantsofhistory This episode of Giants of History was brought to you by Audible.com Visit audibletrial.com/history to download your free audiobook Gohistorypodcast.com | @giantshistory | [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 8 May 2018

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this eighth episode of our series on Cleopatra, we explore the cruise Cleopatra and Caesar take up the Nile after the War for Alexandria ends, the birth of their baby Caesarion, and the triumphs celebrated by Caesar upon his return to Rome. We hope you enjoy! All new episodes of the show are now available at www.patreon.com/giantsofhistory This episode of Giants of History was brought to you by Audible.com Visit audibletrial.com/history to download your free audiobook Gohistorypodcast.com | @giantshistory | [email protected] Please visit our website at gohistorypodcast.com for more information and to sign up for our email newsletter

Transcribed - Published: 6 March 2018

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this seventh episode of our series on Cleopatra, we explore the War for Alexandria and the impact the war has on the relationship between Cleopatra and Caesar. We hope you enjoy! All new episodes of the show are now available at www.patreon.com/giantsofhistory This episode of Giants of History was brought to you by Audible.com Visit audibletrial.com/history to download your free audiobook Gohistorypodcast.com | @giantshistory | [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 7 February 2018

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this sixth episode of our series on Cleopatra, we explore the immediate aftermath of the first meeting between Cleopatra and Julius Caesar and the events that their union that evening causes. We hope you enjoy! This episode of Giants of History was brought to you by Audible.com Visit audibletrial.com/history to download your free audiobook Gohistorypodcast.com | @giantshistory | [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 11 January 2018

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this fifth episode of our series on Cleopatra, we take some time to explore the history of Julius Caesar and Pompey the Great, as it's their rivalry, and subsequent civil war, which will eventually bring Caesar to Egypt. And it is this event, the arrival of Caesar in Egypt, which will once again tip the balance of power in Egypt away from Ptolemy XIII and back toward Cleopatra. We hope you enjoy! This episode of Giants of History was brought to you by Audible.com Visit audibletrial.com/history to download your free audiobook Gohistorypodcast.com | @historygiants | [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 27 December 2017

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this fourth episode of our series on Cleopatra, we explore Cleopatra’s first three years as Pharaoh of Egypt and the power struggle that rages between her and her younger brother and co-ruler, Ptolemy XIII. We hope you enjoy! This episode of Giants of History was brought to you by Audible.com Visit audibletrial.com/history to download your free audiobook Gohistorypodcast.com | @gohistorypodcst | [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 5 December 2017

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this third episode of our series on Cleopatra, we explore the famous first meeting of Cleopatra and Julius Caesar, as well as the places and experiences that forged her formidable intellect and education. We hope you enjoy! This episode of Giants of History was brought to you by Audible.com Visit audibletrial.com/history to download your free audiobook Gohistorypodcast.com | @gohistorypodcst | [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 13 November 2017

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In the second episode of our series on Cleopatra, we explore Cleopatra’s family and aspects of her early childhood. We hope you enjoy! This episode of Giants of History was brought to you by Audible.com Visit audibletrial.com/history to download your free audiobook Gohistorypodcast.com | @gohistorypodcst | [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 25 October 2017

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In the first episode of our series on Cleopatra, we explore the historical path of Cleopatra’s ascension to the throne of Egypt, as well as the world into which she would ultimately be born and have to fight for power in. We hope you enjoy! This episode of Giants of History was brought to you by Audible.com Visit audibletrial.com/history to download your free audiobook Gohistorypodcast.com | @gohistorypodcst | [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 3 October 2017

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this introductory episode to our new series on Cleopatra, we explore some of the misunderstandings and lesser known facts about the legendary queen and her reign. We hope you enjoy! This episode of Giants of History was brought to you by Audible.com Visit audibletrial.com/history to download your free audiobook Gohistorypodcast.com | @gohistorypodcst | [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 18 September 2017

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this fifth and final episode of our John D. Rockefeller series, we explore the rise of Standard Oil from a single refinery operation to one of the largest companies in the history of American business. But it was one event in particular, in 1872, which truly launched Standard Oil and Rockefeller to the pinnacle of power. We hope you enjoy! This episode of Giants of History was brought to you by Audible.com Visit audibletrial.com/history to download your free audiobook Gohistorypodcast.com | @gohistorypodcst | [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 17 January 2017

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this fourth episode of a now five part series, we explore the big pivot Rockefeller makes into the oil refining business. And amidst a number of competitors in the market, Rockefeller’s business acumen quickly finds a way to elevate his refinery over all the others. But another bold move is soon on the horizon for Rockefeller, and he puts all his skills to use in order to see his vision for the business realized. We hope you enjoy! This episode of Giants of History was brought to you by Audible.com Visit audibletrial.com/history to download your free audiobook

Transcribed - Published: 6 January 2017

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this third episode of a now four part series, we explore Rockefeller’s first three years as a bookkeeper in the business world…a time which he would later refer to as his “apprenticeship”. But Rockefeller has bigger plans for himself as we shall see, and his time as a bookkeeper at Hewitt & Tuttle proves to be the perfect training ground for the future king of capitalism. We hope you enjoy! This episode of Giants of History was brought to you by Audible.com Visit audibletrial.com/history to download your free audiobook Gohistorypodcast.com | @gohistorypodcst | [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 21 December 2016

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In the second episode of a three part series, we explore the ups and downs in the life of the young John D. Rockefeller… and it would be one of these down times that would serve as the catalyst for Rockefeller’s entry into business and put him on his path to wealth and riches beyond imagination. We hope you enjoy! This episode of Giants of History was brought to you by Audible.com Visit audibletrial.com/history to download your free audiobook Gohistorypodcast.com | @gohistorypodcst | [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 6 December 2016

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this first episode of a three part series, we explore the rough and humble beginnings of America’s most legendary capitalist, John D. Rockefeller. His early years are anything but typical, but a tough living situation forces him to develop a skill set that he’ll find very useful later in life. Also, an early experience with money proves a revelation for the young Rockefeller and sets him on his path. We hope you enjoy! This episode of Giants of History was brought to you by Audible.com Visit audibletrial.com/history to download your free audiobook Gohistorypodcast.com | @gohistorypodcst | [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 30 November 2016

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this supplemental episode, we explore a letter that Abraham Lincoln wrote to his stepbrother when he was thirty-nine years old. This letter once again puts on display Lincoln’s attitude toward a strong and solid work ethic. We hope you enjoy! This episode of Giants of History was brought to you by Audible.com Visit audibletrial.com/history to download your free audiobook Gohistorypodcast.com | @gohistorypodcst | [email protected] Please visit our website at gohistorypodcast.com for more information and to sign up for the email newsletter

Transcribed - Published: 21 October 2016

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In this episode, we explore one of the greatest Presidents in United States history Abraham Lincoln. Lincoln’s life is a study in the power of perseverance, and nowhere is that power better put on display then in reviewing a list that has become legendary in this day and age, and that is the list of “Lincoln’s Famous Failures.” There is so much to be learned from Lincoln and this lesson is one that certainly transcends generations and time. We hope you enjoy! This episode of Giants of History was brought to you by Audible.com Visit audibletrial.com/history to download your free audiobook Gohistorypodcast.com | @gohistorypodcst | [email protected] Please visit our website at gohistorypodcast.com for more information and to sign up for the email newsletter

Transcribed - Published: 21 October 2016

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In our sixth and FINAL episode of the Leonardo da Vinci series, we follow Leonardo as he paints the most famous piece of artwork ever produced by human hands…the Mona Lisa. After that we join Leonardo as he travels to France to live out the final few years of his life under the patronage of King Francis I. From there, Leonardo passes away, and forever after belongs to the ages… We hope you enjoy! This episode of Giants of History was brought to you by: audibletrial.com/history Visit audibletrial.com/history to download your free audiobook Twitter: search “Giants of History” Gohistorypodcast.com | @gohistorypodcst | [email protected] Please visit our website at gohistorypodcast.com for more information and the complete book list used to research this program.

Transcribed - Published: 9 November 2015

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In our fifth episode of the Leonardo da Vinci series, we follow Leonardo as he starts work on The Last Supper, leaves Milan and returns to Florence after eighteen years, and then joins the employment of Cesare Borgia. We hope you enjoy! This episode of Giants of History was brought to you by: audibletrial.com/history Visit audibletrial.com/history to download your free audiobook Twitter: search “Giants of History” Gohistorypodcast.com | @gohistorypodcst | [email protected] Please visit our website at gohistorypodcast.com for more information and the complete book list used to research this program.

Transcribed - Published: 19 October 2015

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In our fourth episode of the Leonardo Da Vinci series, Leonardo puts on display a few other talents that he possesses. He also sets up his own studio in Milan and begins his ascent towards legendary status. We hope you enjoy! This episode of Giants of History was brought to you by: audibletrial.com/history Visit audibletrial.com/history to download your free audiobook Twitter: search “Giants of History” Gohistorypodcast.com | @gohistorypodcst | [email protected] Please visit our website at gohistorypodcast.com for more information and the complete book list used to research this program.

Transcribed - Published: 22 September 2015

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In our third episode of the Leonardo Da Vinci series, Leonardo has left the studio of Verrocchio after ten years as his formal apprentice and established his own studio. But after a few years working on his own, he decided to leave Florence for Milan where the next phase of his career would begin. We hope you enjoy! Gohistorypodcast.com | @gohistorypodcst | [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 14 September 2015

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In our second episode of the Leonardo Da Vinci series, Leonardo has left Vinci to enter the studio of Verrocchio as a formal apprentice. For the next ten years he works through his apprenticeship refining his skill set and becoming a reputable artist in his own right. Enjoy the ride! gohistorypodcast.com | @gohistorypodcst | [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 8 September 2015

Welcome back all history fans, to the Giants of History Podcast! In our second series, we study and explore one of the most famous people to ever walk the Earth...Leonardo Da Vinci! In episode #1, we cover Leonardo’s life from birth up until the age of thirteen, just before he enters the studio of Verrocchio to formally begin his apprenticeship in Florence. We hope you enjoy! www.gohistorypodcast.com | @gohistorypodcst | [email protected]

Transcribed - Published: 31 August 2015

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In our first ever stand-alone episode, we explore one of the most impactful stories in all of art history, and at the centerpiece of the narrative, is the one and only, Pablo Picasso. Visit the website at gohistorypodcast.com to see the complete list of books and resources used in the research of this show, as well as to view all the paintings that the events in this story inspired. It is truly incredible

Transcribed - Published: 13 August 2015

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In our tenth and final episode of the Theodore Roosevelt series, Roosevelt heads to down to the Brazilian wilderness for one last great adventure where he is put to the ultimate physical test. He returns to see his four sons leave for the front lines of World War I. From there he makes his final exit from the great stage of life. Please visit our website at gohistorypodcast.com for more information and the complete book list used to research this program.

Transcribed - Published: 3 August 2015

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In our ninth episode of the Theodore Roosevelt series, Roosevelt goes to head to head with Taft for the GOP nomination in pursuit of a third term as president. But when he fails to get the nod, he heads up the Bull Moose Party, and makes a historic run for the most powerful office in the land once again. Please visit our website at gohistorypodcast.com for more information and the complete book list used to research this program.

Transcribed - Published: 3 August 2015

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In our eighth episode of the Theodore Roosevelt series, Roosevelt’s presidency winds down, but not without a torrent of battles, especially in regards to his efforts around the conservation and protection of the country’s natural resources. From there, the torch is passed to Taft, and Roosevelt heads to Africa for adventure. Please visit our website at gohistorypodcast.com for more information and the complete book list used to research this program.

Transcribed - Published: 27 July 2015

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In our seventh episode of the Theodore Roosevelt series, Roosevelt’s presidency proves to be one of pure action and event. He mediates the coal miner’s strike in Pennsylvania, awaits the Supreme Court’s decision in the Northern Securities Trust suit, and makes Colombia regret their choice to backpedal on the Panama deal. Please visit our website at gohistorypodcast.com for more information and the complete book list used to research this program.

Transcribed - Published: 27 July 2015

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In our sixth episode of the Theodore Roosevelt series, Roosevelt ascends to the presidency on the heels of McKinley's death to become the youngest President in history. He immediately goes right to work challenging the trusts, getting the Panama Canal underway, and proving that there has never been a head of state quite like him. Please visit our website at gohistorypodcast.com for more information and the complete book list used to research this program.

Transcribed - Published: 20 July 2015

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In our fifth episode of the Theoore Roosevelt series, Roosevelt has just returned from Cuba and finds himself a national hero. He political career gets back on track as he runs for Governor of New York and then is tapped to be McKinley's Vice President. But a national tragedy soon takes place that changes Roosevelt's life forever. Please visit us at gohistorypodcast.com for more information and a complete list of all the books and resources used in the research of this program.

Transcribed - Published: 20 July 2015

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In our fourth episode of the Theodore Roosevelt series, Roosevelt returns once again to Washington, this time as Assistant Secretary of the Navy. But soon after, the United States goes to war with Spain over their occupation of the island of Cuba. Roosevelt thus resigns his post to volunteer in the army and lead a regiment that would come to be known as the "The Rough Riders" down to Cuba so that he can finally have his opportunity to experiene glory in battle. Please visit us at gohistorypodcast.com for a complete list of the books and resources used in the research of this program.

Transcribed - Published: 13 July 2015

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In our third episode of the Theodore Roosevelt series, Roosevelt returns from the Badlands and runs his first major campaign for Mayor of New York. His writing career also takes off giving him an element of celebrity in the US and abroad. He then focuses his energies on hunting down and ending corruption, first in Washington as a Civil Service Commissioner, then in New York as Police Commissioner. Visit us at gohistorypodcast.com for a complete list of the books and resources used in the research of the program.

Transcribed - Published: 6 July 2015

Welcome back all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In our second episode of the Theodore Roosevelt series, we follow Roosevelt from the first ballot his name is ever on as a candidate for the New York State Assembly, through his first few political battles in Albany. Soon after that, he'll face some of the toughest emotional battles anyone could ever face. The episode concludes with Roosevelt's time in the Badlands where he later states the romance of his life began. Please visit us at gohistorypodcast.com for a complete list of the books and resources used in the reserach of the program

Transcribed - Published: 1 July 2015

Welcome all history fans to the Giants of History Podcast! In our inaugural series, we introduce our first exploratory study... Theodore Roosevelt In episode #1, we cover Roosevelt's life from his birth in 1858 through his baptism into politics just after he graduates from Harvard. The episode itself kicks off with one of the most legendary stories of his life. We hope you enjoy! And please visit us at gohistorypodcast.com

Transcribed - Published: 1 July 2015