History. Rated R.

Happy Holidays from Craig and Santa! (And Bill what's his name)

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0000

Well hello, you! The show may not be returning but that doesn't mean we can't check in from time to time and wish you all a Happy Holidays and keep you abreast of the daily lives of Craig and Will. We hope you enjoy and have a happy and healthy end to your 2025! <3

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The Final Firstination - First Ladies Concludes and So Does History. Rated R.

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 07:00:08 -0000

Well friends, it's here. Not only the long awaited last episode of our VERY F*CKING long running series on the First Ladies, but Craig and I's final episode of History. Rated R. It's been quite the journey, to think an 80 year old child and a 37 year old man could stick together and still have fun all the way through 131 episodes?? Truly something we are immensely proud of and have been so grateful and honored to have you with us the 3+ years we've been doing this thing. We hope you enjoy this final adventure with us, and will go back and explore previous episodes if and when you inevitably miss us. To continue riffing on some of our movie titles...in the wise words of that one random un-numbered time Sean Connery returned as 007, will Craig and I return? "Never say never...again."

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License to First - First Ladies Part 16

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 07:00:07 -0000

Laura Bush and Michelle Obama, two first ladies of very different parties (who would go on to be great friends) takes us to the penultimate part of both our first ladies saga...and of History. Rated R.

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Terror of Mechafirstzilla - First Ladies Part 15 (And a BIG announcement!)

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 07:00:07 -0000

Hillary Clinton gets her OWN episode! And rightfully so, from famous first lady to almost President herself, she continues to be history (rated r?) in the making. Plus, a big announcement from Will and Craig!

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The Muppets First Wanted - First Ladies Part 14

Fri, 23 May 2025 07:00:07 -0000

Craig remains in his "Salad Days" as we take a look at Barbara Bush!

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Firstzilla vs. Megalon - First Ladies Part 13

Fri, 09 May 2025 07:00:09 -0000

Rosalind Carter gives way to dame Nancy Reagan as we barrell down toward our...FINAL COUNTDOWN!

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For First Eyes Only - First Ladies Part 12

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 07:00:07 -0000

We're back in Craig's "salad (tossing) days" focusing on the First Lady he knew well, considering he wrote speeches for her husband, Betty Ford! Plus! Some shocking progressive beliefs Republican used to hold in the 70's!

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Firstastic Beasts: The Secrets of Firstledore - First Ladies Part 11

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 07:00:07 -0000

Ladybird Johnson and Pat Nixon are our ladies in the limelight! After Will's GENEROUS birthday gift to Craig of a book about Mrs. Nixon, Craig is giving the facts back to you, the people!

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Kingdom of the Planet of the First Ladies - First Ladies Part 10

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 07:00:07 -0000

We're well into the 20th Century! Mamie Eisenhower and Jackie Kennedy (aka Jackie O. which Will did not realize is the initial of the last name of her SECOND husband??) are our focus.

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The Woman with the Golden Gun - First Ladies Part 9

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 08:00:08 -0000

Two ladies today but monumental and historic democrats in the White House, a bi-sexual legend and buttoned up Bessie, Eleanore Roosevelt and Bess Truman.

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First Day the 13th Part VIII: Ladies Take Manhattan - First Ladies Part 8

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 16:03:44 -0000

That's right, Will finally gets to name an episode after the greatest Friday the 13th Sequel there is! Also, it features important first ladies and their enoutages such as Florence Harding, Grace Coolidge, a pet raccoon, the elderly, and Lou Hoover.

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Lady Wars Episode VII: The First Awakens - First Ladies Part 7

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 08:00:08 -0000

The shenangians with America's favorite femme fatales aka the First Ladies of the United States including Edith Roosevelt, Helen Taft, and wife Ellen, daughter Margaret, and second wife Edith WILLLLSOOOOOONNNNN!!!!!

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First Academy 6: Ladies Under Siege - First Ladies Part 6

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 08:00:07 -0000

We're back!! And also...because this was recorded in October 2024...we're coming to you from the past. Craig's just turned 80 years young and the First Ladies return, some are even sisters this time around! Mary McElroy, Rose Cleveland, Frances Cleveland, and, Craig's main squeeze, Ida McKinley.

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History. Rated R. in the making!...Now. Rated R?

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 15:35:14 -0000

Well, the 2024 election in the US is certainly history in the making. But in which direction? Craig and Will round out the year with a discusson and breakdown of modern electoral events to take a look at what the means for our future, and inevtiablty, our history.

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First Five - First Ladies Part 5

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 05:00:02 -0000

Julia Grant, Lucy Hayes, and Lucretia Garfield! What do they all have in common besides being First Ladies?

They love lasagna and hate Mondays!

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Live First or Die Hard - First Ladies Part 4

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 07:00:02 -0000

We continue our long running history of America's First Ladies with Abigail Fillmore, Jane Pierce, and Harriet Lane!

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The First, The Bad, and the Ugly - First Ladies Part 3

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 07:00:02 -0000

Our journey into the history of the First Ladies of America...and Will's obsession with ridiculous franchise movie title puns (of questionable quality and humor) continues!

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2 First 2 Furious - First Ladies Part 2

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 12:25:42 -0000

Not only do we continue our long running series on America's first ladies, Will continues his favorite tradition of fidnging film franchise names to title the episodes!

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The First Ladies - Part 1

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 07:00:02 -0000

It's here! Our long awaited series on the first ladies. Where at once we thought we'd do a handful, fuck it, we're gonna do em all! Welcome to the greatest franchise ever.

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A History of Free Speech Suppression

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 07:00:02 -0000

The 1st Amendment isn't as wide open as incels on the internet want you to believe. You can't just say whatever you want because you have "freedom." But also...sometimes your right to free speech faces interference! Take a swim through the history of suppressing your right to talk some sh*t! Also, Will and Craig get into a DEBATE FOR THE AGES!

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Sigmund Freud

Fri, 09 Aug 2024 04:00:04 -0000

We're back! After a decent hiatus and Will's move to NYC, HRR returns with the life of Sigmund Freud! See how many Freudian slips we make in an hour. And how many of them are thinly veiled (read "overt") d*ck jokes?

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Lana Turner

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 07:00:02 -0000

From soda shop discovery to biggest star in the world, Lana Turner's road to fame is full of ups and downs and maybe even more husbands than Liz Taylor!

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The Panama Canal

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 07:00:10 -0000

This week! An even bigger ditch than before! Some would say it was a real sonuvab*tch! Here the chaotic story of creating the Panama Canal.

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The Suez Canal

Fri, 24 May 2024 07:00:03 -0000

Bet you didn't know cutting a big ditch could be so exciting, did you? But the story of the Suez Canal is fascinating and saved boats 5,000 some odd miles off their trips, alleviating the need to go around Africa. Some ideas in history are good ones!

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Making History with Congressman Robert Garcia

Fri, 10 May 2024 07:00:13 -0000

Craig and Will are joined by former Mayor of Long Beach and Congressman representing California's 42nd District in the House of Representatives, Robert Garcia. Garcia discusses the ways he's made and continues to help make history in office and what some of today's current political challenges mean for the future of our country.

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History of the Mormons Part 2

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 07:00:04 -0000

They're back and better than ever, this time with some hot gos and controversty. Brigham Young was one scintilating guy...who liked his ladies...and his money. Read (hear) all about it!

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History of the Mormons Part 1

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 07:00:03 -0000

You may know them from their hit Broadway Musical...or as a major world religions...it's the Mormons! That's right, Craig dives into the history of the Church of Jesus Christ...of Latter Day Saints.

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Cole Porter

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 07:00:02 -0000

One of the great American songwriters and contributors to, "The Great American Songbook," Cole Porter was an incredibly prolific composer and musician. Hear about his ups and downs and crazy f*cking parties in France and his RENT PRICES?? Plus, he was gay! Here at HRR, we're all about some rainbow history.

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The Rocky Horror Picture Show - Queer Cinema History Movie Club

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 07:00:02 -0000

Let's do the time warp again! It's everyone's favorite cult hit, The Rocky Horror Picture Show! Hear about its production and importance as a piece of queer and LGBTQIA+ progressive media. It's been in release for 48 years! That's a big deal!

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#BookTok aka Book Talk: Fame by Misadventure and Professor Gregg

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 08:00:02 -0000

Will and Craig spend a special episode chatting about their recently released novels, Will's "Fame by Misadventure" and Craig's "Professor Gregg." Hear the inspiration behind the stories, the work involved, and the desire to be on the banned book list!

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Bach and Beethoven

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 08:00:01 -0000

Two of the three classical music B's (Brahms being the third), today we deep dive Bach and Beethoven, of which Craig DEFINITELY has a favorite. Hear which one he spends a lot more time on!

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Rebel Without a Cause and Sal Mineo - Queer Cinema History Movie Club

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 08:00:02 -0000

Rebel Without a Cause is arguably one of the most famous gay films of the 1950's. But did people really know what they were seeing? Both its male stars, James Dean and Sal Mineo, were bisexual. And their chemistry on screen is unmistakeable.

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History. Rated R. Turns 100 and Ends the Hapsburgs

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 08:00:02 -0000

We made it to the big centennial! Look at us go. Whether you've been here since the beginning or are only just joining us, thank you for listening and supporting. We love you. Oh yeah, we also finish the Hapsburgs today.

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Habs Trek IV: The Voyage Burgs

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 08:00:02 -0000

Unlike this episode's title, the Habsburgs didn't need whales to help them get home. Although that would make for intersting history.

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Habsburg Potter and The Prisoner of Habskaban

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 08:00:03 -0000

The title says it all. We continue with History's longest running power hungry and militaristic family!

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Rock Hudson and Giant - Queer Cinema History Movie Club

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 08:00:02 -0000

It's long overdue...today Will takes the reins the talk about icon and monumentally important Hollywood history gay, Rock Hudson. Was he in the closet? Kind of but also not really. However, his diagnosis and later revelation that he had AIDS forever changed not just Hollywood but the world. Plus, the making of the iconic film "Giant!"

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Habsburg 2: Cruise Control

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 08:00:03 -0000

Freeze! Pop quiz, Habsburg. They're back and better than ever.

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The Habsburgs Part 1

Fri, 22 Dec 2023 08:00:03 -0000

When you're a fan of HRR, and make a request, Craig goes all out. Walk down the long and involved path of the Habsburgs with us on our first installment. And while you're at it, have yourself a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

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Aristotle and the History of Public Speaking

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 08:00:03 -0000

Student of Plato yes. Founder of modern rhetoric, double yes. Aristotle was not only a great thinker but a great orator and developed some insightful and comprehensive guidelines that are still in place today.

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Marlene Dietrich's Bisexuality and The Blue Angel - Queer Cinema History Movie Club

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 08:00:03 -0000

We alreay have a fantastic episode on the woman herself, but let's now go on a journey to explore her bisexuality. That's right, not only was she a pioneering actress but she had, what she referred to as, her "sewing circle." Plus, learn the importance of her breakout role in The Blue Angel.

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The Peloponnesian War

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 08:00:03 -0000

By listener request, this episode focuses on Greece and the very long Peloponnesian War that lasted 30 years. You know the story of the 300 Spartans, but that's only a small piece of the puzzle.

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Greek Mythology 101

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 08:00:03 -0000

Professor Craig brings you the history of...or tales of...Greek Mythology as we build up to our history on the Peloponessian War. You know the stories, but you've never heard uncle Craig tell em!

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The History of Existentialism

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 08:00:03 -0000

Have you ever heard the term, "existential threat?" Do you ACTUALLY know what that means? Probably not. Will doesn't. Then again, he doesn't know anything. From people like Kierkegaard to Sartre to Heidegger, let's take an existential journey into one of the most challenging forms of philosphy.

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The Bride of Frankenstein - Queer Cinema History Movie Club

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 07:00:02 -0000

We're kicking off our Queer Cinema History Movie Club in spooky style (and apparently reovlving around the only thing Will knows how to talk about) with Bride of Frankenstein! Hear about it's gay director, James Whale, the film's production, and how it contiues to be one of cinema's most important queer films.

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Marlene Dietrich

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 07:00:02 -0000

No, it's not "Mar-Len-uh" it's "Mar-Lean!" Now you know. An iconic film star, very controversial for the time, and a devout combatant of the Nazis, Marlene Dietrich is more than just a movie star...she was an early queer icon! Also, today is Craig's birthday! Celebratre with us in style as he turns 79 years young.

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The Evolution of Israel

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 07:00:02 -0000

It's Craig's surprise for Will, and it starts with the bible! But...it doesn't end with the bible, it ends with a conflict still going on today. Hear how the state is Israel evolved into what we know of it today and all the politics that come along with it.

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Adolf Hitler (Blegh)

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 07:00:02 -0000

He who must not be named is finally covered, even though we said we wouldn't...sadly his role is history is tied to many events we'll be covering in the future. In case you weren't a History Channel watcher (aka the Hitler Channel) hear our quic rundown of the life and death of the most rated R villain in history.

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Napoleon Bonaparte

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 07:00:03 -0000

The second most biographed (sp?) person in history second only to Jesus, Napoleon Bonaparte is one of history's most important figures and also one of its most dangerous, considering the many battles he won for France. So many, in fact, that he crowned himself Emporer. That's right, he did it himself! Hear about his rise and fall, all to die in exile only at the age of 50.

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Joan of Arc

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 07:00:02 -0000

With all those Catholics out of the way, it's time for a lady! Enter the legend...Joan of Arc. From messages she believed she received from God to leading France to victory and her eventual capture, she's the teenage hero you need! (She did all this from like...16 to 19. What have YOU done with your life??)

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A Nightmare on Papacy Street 5: The Dream Pope

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 07:00:02 -0000

We're here. We made it. The end of the Popes! Well...not the end, but the end of their history up til now. 1, 2, the Pope is coming for you. 3, 4, better lock your door. 5, 6, grab a crucifix. 7, 8, gonna stay up late. 9, 10, never Pope again.

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Papacy Wars: Episode IV - A New Pope

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 07:00:03 -0000

Luke Skywalker assumes his rightful throne as Master of the Popes. Or actually Martin Luther and the dissent of Protestantism gives rise to combat the Catholic Church in a battle for supremacy!

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Papacy III: Season of the Witch

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 07:00:03 -0000

In this chapter of the Popes...the Crusades!

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Book of Shadows: Blair Papacy 2

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 07:00:02 -0000

THERE'S A LOT OF GROUND TO COVER FOLKS, LET'S CONTINUE!

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The History of the Papacy Pt. 1

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 07:00:02 -0000

The Pope. Icon, figurehead, male model (not really), person of controversy. By listener request we are diving into the history of the Popes and there are 200 some odd of these dudes so sit back...you're in for a wild ride. We're sure this all panned out exactly the way Jesus and God intended.

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Winston Churchill

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 07:00:02 -0000

It's everyone's favorite person in history that actors like to play, Winston Churchill! He had a long (very long, in fact) career in politics and didn't become Prime Minister until he was 66. Hear about his influential role in history, especially during WWII.

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Rasputin and Stalin, 'Nuff Said

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 07:00:02 -0000

Two of the most legendary evil men in History, but one was a LOT worse than the other. Do we compare evil? They both were. Hear about Rasputin's reputation as a faith healer and cult leader and how it, in a way, set the stage for the dispicable deeds of Joseph Stalin.

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The Rise and Fall of the German Empire

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 07:00:02 -0000

Germany hasn't always exactly been "Germany." It's long history, and many components both literal and figurative, leading up to World War I features a lot of conflict and craziness, culminating with a dude named Kaiser Wilhelm. I'm sure you've heard of Prussia? It's explained!

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Queen Victoria (We're Back!)

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 07:00:03 -0000

We're back! It's been a nice little month long Summer break but we're ready to dive back in to stories connected to Will's vacation. First up on his trip was London so naturally...we talk about Queen Victoria! Hear the fascinating tale of a woman 5th in line for the throne who actually becomes Queen.

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Ava Gardner

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 07:00:02 -0000

We're going back to Hollywood to talk about the life and career of the great Ava Gardner. From difficult upbringing, to being deemed perfectly untalented, a whirlwind marriage to Frank Sinatra, there's so much to reveal! Plus, per Craig's (Craig's father?) request, the history of the "Scorpion" cocktail.

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The Rise of Communism in China

Fri, 26 May 2023 07:00:02 -0000

Times are currently tense between the US and China and have been for some time, but it hasn't always been that way. Here, your Uncle Craig brings you the history of China's movement to the Comunist Party and how it affected their relationship with the United States.

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The (History?) of the Book of Revelation

Fri, 12 May 2023 07:00:02 -0000

The most controversial book in the bible! Many believe it to be prophetic and absolutely true, many (like Will) believe it to be an acid trip sort of fever dream but not necessarily the words of Jesus. Let it be up to you to decide! Either way, your uncle Craig provides an indepth look at its meaning and history. Plus, God says adios to the world in Revelation, we're talking about the cocktail the AMF aka the Adios Mother Fucker.

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Saint Paul (not the city) aka Saul of Tarsus

Fri, 05 May 2023 07:00:02 -0000

It's the man Will takes the most umbrage with when it comes to the new testament! Nevertheless, Craig brings us a detailed history and riveting story of Saint Paul aka Saul of Tarsus. From Jewish Roman to Christian megamind. Plus, the St. Paul cocktail!

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The Wizard of Oz and the Populist Movement

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 14:45:36 -0000

Did you know your favorite childhood book/movie is actually a piece of political writing by a guy making an argument for Populism? Well, it is! Our special correspondant slash man in the field slash friend of show slash former boss of Will, Christian Bladt is back with us to PULL BACK THE CURTAIN to reveal the history and real meaning behind everyone's favorite technicolor picture slash book. Also, the Picante de la Casa!

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Hollywood's Transition to Talkies

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 07:00:02 -0000

It's finally here! Will got his act together and did the research to bring you the history of Hollywood's transition from silent pictures to talkies. Thanks to listener Eli for the recommendation! Hear all about the advent of the technology as well as some notably important films as Hollywood made the switch. Plus, the history of the Old Fashioned as brought to you by Craig.

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Bernardo de Gálvez, Revolutionary War Hero

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 07:00:02 -0000

He's the Revolutionary War hero from Spain you've never heard of...Bernardo Gálvez! He helped American win the fight against the British and claim our independence, not to mention continue to be a boss military leader for Spain as his life continued. He's the man Galveston, TX is named after. It's not just a Glen Campbell song!

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The History of Jesus Christ (...Superstar?)

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 07:00:01 -0000

The man, the myth, the legend, it's ya boi...JC! Not just the second best member of the band NSYNC but also a super famous Rabbi and religious leader who didn't come to start a new religion but mostly to reform his own, for better or worse. Learn the historical life, the faith based life, and the importance of his rhetorical abilities.

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The History of Ancient Rome Part 2

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 07:00:02 -0000

We continue our journey down the road of the history of ancient Rome! Will continues to be under the weather but the show must go on. Plus, quick history of a queer cocktail!

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The History of Ancient Rome Part 1

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 07:00:01 -0000

Rome!!! Everyone loves it. Who REALLY knows it? Your uncle Craig takes you from myth to history in part one of our deep dive into ancient Rome. We're really just scratching the surface, but it's hopefully enough to scratch that itch! AND! The history of an Italian cocktail...the Cardinale!

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Bette Davis (Eyes!!!)

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 07:00:02 -0000

She's got Bette Davis eyes...because this episode is about...Bette Davis. Legendary film icon and star, your uncle Craig takes you through her life and career. Plus, Kacey is back with a round of trivia for the guys that they may or may not be bad at. And the cocktail that Joan Crawford said was better than slapping Bette Davis in the face.

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The History of Greece! (is the word that you heard)

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 08:00:02 -0000

Can we do the entire history of Greece in an hour? No, not really. But Craig covers a lot of ground starting from myth and winding into historical fact. Plus, a sepcial spousal guest appearance by miss Kacey Lynn Short who brings us the history of Ouzo!

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Robert F. Kennedy

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 08:00:02 -0000

He's the president who never was. Learn about the rise of the youngest Kennedy boy, Bobby, from spoiled rich kid to advocate for civil rights and social change. Plus, we're back in Craig's Forest Gump years as he had drinks with the man when he was a senator! Also, RFK got into some bar fights. Pew pew!

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America's Trail of Broken Promises to its Indigenous People

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 08:00:03 -0000

America sadly has a miserable track record for, well, a lot of things. Our treatment of the Indigenous people of the land that became this country has always been problematic and abhorrent. But despite these atrocities, many courageous and noble Indigenous leaders stood up to fight for themselves and their people, much as they continue to do today. Here are many notable moments and leaders from the first colony at Jamestown to today. Also, the history of a steakhouse!

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Legendary Civil Rights Leaders

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 08:00:02 -0000

We're continuing our celebration of Black History Month by taking a look at the most influential Civil Rights leaders like Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, W.E.B. Du Bois, and more. Plus, analyzing the different approaches and rel meanings of Black power and "non-violence." Plus, the unrelated history of the Negroni because everyone needs a drink for the weekend!

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Frederick Douglass, Harriet Tubman, and Booker T. Washington

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 08:00:02 -0000

It's Black History Month and we're celebrating with a special 2 part series! Beginning with Frederick Douglass, Harriet Tubman, and Booker T. Washington, learn of how the early abolitionist movement led to the eventual end of slavery in America and these iconic figures important roles in history.

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The Realist Playwrights

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 08:00:02 -0000

Who were the Realist Playwrights? Realism was a kind of, actually very, depressing time for storytelling however it was also focused more on character development and theme in response to difficult, real life circumstances. Key among these players were people like Emile Zola and Anton Chekhov.

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Francisco Franco, Dictator of Spain (ft. Evita!!)

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 08:00:02 -0000

Francisco Franco was the dictator who couldn't be killed! By time at least. Dude ran the country from the 40's to the 70's. During his reign he also managed to keep Spain out of WWII, which we guess is okay. But more importantly, Argentina's superstar and inspiration for the hit musical, Evita makes a STRONG guest appearance. Much more important than shitty dictator Frank.

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Elizabeth Taylor

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 08:00:02 -0000

One of Hollywood's most famous and important icons (also VIP Gay icon!) Elizabeth Taylor was a woman of many talents and much power in the industry. Known for both her body of work and many, many husbands, let's dive in to the life of a legend. Plus, Craig tells about the time he MET HER!!! And HRR celebrates it's 1 year Anniversary!

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William Randolph Hearst and Marion Davies

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 08:00:02 -0000

The infamous William Randolph Hearst was one of the world's wealthiest and most legendary publishing magnates (and the inspiration for the film Citizen Kane). He also had a longtime mistress in actress and silent film star Marion Davies who arguably was just as important and influential as he was.

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Communism and the Hollywood Blacklist

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 08:00:02 -0000

The Red Scare had a far reach in the United States, and Mr. Joseph McCarthy had fun dipping his greasy fingers all the way into Hollywood. Hear about some of the infamous "Hollywood Blacklist" writers, who found their careers, politics, and livelihoods threatened by the big bad himself. Also! A fun little story about Judy Holliday, the actress who beat McCarthy at his own game.

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Joseph McCarthy and the Red Scare

Fri, 30 Dec 2022 08:00:03 -0000

Senator Joseph McCarthy is one of history's great legendary villains. Responsible for fueling the Red Scare into a period of persecution of many people, the actual history of how we got to him goes back to World War I. Plus, a reddish fish, learn the history of the Salmon!

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Obscenity for Christmas or: "I'm Sick and Tired of Seeing this Goddm Sht"

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 08:00:02 -0000

It's the holidays! Happy holidays to all and to all a great episode about how the courts defined obscenity as it came to film and pornography. What better way to celebrate the holidays? Plus, a brief history of satanical practices at christmastime including a long lost tradition...dressing in drag for christmas!

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Films That Challenged the Code

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 08:00:02 -0000

We're continuing on our journey through a production code challenged Hollywood. A few films along the way changed the way we look at movies (and collected some Oscars too), directly affecting our rating system and, as we will come to see, going all the way up to the Supreme Court. Plus, a brief history of mulled wine!

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The History of the Motion Picture Production Code

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 08:00:03 -0000

We go back to our favorite place of Hollywood to discuss the always controversial and unbelievably strict and stupid Motion Picture Production Code, often referred to as the "Hays Code." Hear a lot of stupid things they wanted to regulate when it came to the eras of the classics, but also how these restrictions may have forced writers to get better, and more clever, to avoid it.

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The Real Life History of Julius Caesar and Macbeth

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 08:00:03 -0000

Craig walks us further down our Shakespeare path, discussing the real life histories of two of time's (and ol' Bill's) most iconic figures, Julius Caesar and Macbeth.

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Will's Birthday Gift from Grandma Olga

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -0000

It's Will's birthday! Celebrate with us as we listen to an almost 20 year old tape he found of his grandma, Olga Gotto, discussing the history of the 1950's with his sister Lisa for a high school project. We hope you have and have had a happy Thanksgiving. We're thankful to YOU for listening.

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The Kings That Inspired Shakespeare

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -0000

We continue our jounrey into the mind of good ol' Bill aka Bill Shakespeare aka Bill Skarsgaard's original form, William Shakespeare. And in this mind we're discussing the real life Kings of history that inspired his many plays aptly titled...those Kings names. Plus, let's unpack that Rancho episode shall we?

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LIVE! At the Rancho Los Cerritos

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -0000

History Rated R is coming to you LIVE!...well, pre-recorded technically. But we taped this episode in front of a live studio audience (not really) at the Rancho Los Cerritos in Long Beach, CA! Craig is a member of the gang there and he's giving us the 411 on the Rancho's history and its impact as an important California Landmark.

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Mahatma Gandhi

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 07:00:00 -0000

We're putting the R in History Rated R today as we talk about the revolutionary, and in many ways controversial, Mahatma Gandhi. Learn about his life and works from your dear old uncle Craig and then also learn from Will about why Gandhi might have hated Will and Craig. It's all fun and games (and some serious sh*t) here!

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Martin Luther's Halloween Spooktacular!

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0000

It's Halloweeeeeeeen!!!! And we're celebrating by talking about...Martin Luther? That's right, the guy who hammered the "95 Theses" to the door of the Catholic Church was the founding father of Protestantism. And he did it on Halloween night! But it wouldn't be a proper holiday episode without a little history of the day itself, and constant interruptions from Will in an attempt to make Luther's sorty a little more...SPOOOOOOKY!!!

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Maximilien Robespierre, Ooh La La

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0000

We're circling back to the time of Mary Wollstonecraft to talk about one of France's most powerful figures during the revolution, Maximilien Robespierre! From a young age he was on a path to power, going eventually from judge to accused dictator. Plus, the weird history of a random dish from a famous New Orleans restaurant...Steak Robespierre!

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The Plays of William Shakespere

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0000

It's Craig's birthday! So we're celebrating how the man wants, not by talking about the history of Shakespeare's life but of Craig's favorite plays! Listen to some theater nerds talk about their love for ol' Will. The ONLY other Will we'll tolerate. Plus, hear the history of Shakespeare's favorite drink...ale!

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A Brief History of 21st Century Feminism

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0000

On the heels of Wollstonecraft being an OG feminist, Craig brings us into the 21st Century with several notable and notorious women who furthered and advanced the cause and work of feminism. Plus, in a delayed goodbye to Summer, a brief history of the Margarita!

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Mary Wollstonecraft, Feminist Icon

Fri, 30 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -0000

The rolls are reversed once more as Will regales Craig with the life story of Mary Wollstonecraft, one of feminisms early icons and writers, and the mother of Mary Shelley the author of Frankenstein. Hear the trials and tribulations that led to a life of immense importance in both feminist theory and literature. And are you hungry? Cook up Craig's recipe for Beef Wellington following the below!
This is our usual step by step approach. Make sure you read through and have all the ingredients ready.
Step 1. In a heavy sauce pan, boil 1 cup vinegar together with one cup red wine and half a cup of sugar. Boil it down to about 3/4 cup. (Set aside. This will be your sauce for the Wellington.)
Step 2. Chop 1and 1/2 pounds of button mushrooms in a blender. Then add the mushroom to a heavy large skillet with 2 tablespoons of butter and sauté, then sprinkle with salt to taste.
Step 3. Add 1/4 cup duck or goose liver pate’ to the skillet along with l tablespoon of chopped fresh thyme. (You have now created the coating for the fillet log.)
Step 4. Take a 3 pound fillet of beef log and lay bacon strips over it in a baking pan. Then roast the beef at 400 degrees in the oven for 25 minutes. Set the bacon strips and the drippings aside.
Step 5. After the filet rests for ten minutes, cover it all over with the mushroom/pate mix from Step 3).
Step 6. Roll out enough puff pastry dough to cover the fillet log. Place the log on the pastry dough and bring the edges up and around the log to cover it. Seal the seam of the dough with egg white and press together.
Step 7. Place the fillet covered log seam down in a baking pan and brush all over with egg white. Place in the refrigerator for one hour. Then bring to room temperature.
Step 8. Bake the fillet log at 400 degrees for 35 minutes. Let the fillet rest for 15 minutes, while you re-heat the sauce prepared in Step 1.
Step 9. Remove the fillet log to a cutting board. Carefully cross cut the fillet into 3/4 inch rounds and serve with sauce on the side.
This dish is best served with Zinfandel and asparagus or broccoli.

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Edmund Burke and James Fox

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -0000

In honor of the Queen, we continue our celebration of British people! Historic British people! Two more iconic and important parliamentary speakers, Edmund Burke became the mentor to James Fox...only to have Fox betray him. Learn how Burke was an early champion of the colonies and was critical of the King for mistreating them. And hear his hurtful final words for his pupil Fox.

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A Brief History of the Monarchy

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -0000

God save the queen! Craig gives us a hot quick deep dive (mmm) into the history of the Monarchy and God damn are there a lot of Edwards. And Georges. 3 Charles'. 2 Elizabeths. We're running the gamut here. Plus, learn about a cocktail neither Craig NOR Will would want to drink...the Monarch Martini.

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Galileo (di Vincenzo Bonaiuti de') Galilei!

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Craig brings us the tale of ever the controversial astronomer, physicist, and engineer Galileo Galilei! How did the man himself up against the Catholic church? What role did the Medici Family play in his fame? Learn how his inventions and beliefs forever changed the way we approach science. Plus, two fan fact checks and reading your reviews!

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Great Parliamentary Speakers

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 13:43:24 -0000

Craig has a curveball for today as we focus on great Parliamentary speakers of England, how the politics of the UK have often connected with the US', and an important update/request to listeners. Plus, a VERY in depth fan fact check.

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Classic Hollywood Couples aka HRR Goes (back) to Hollywood!

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Pairs. They're better than singles. Better than unos. You know...they're better than who knows? Well today, Craig knows. He's walking us down another Hollywood memory lane commemorating the most iconic of Hollywood duos. From Jeanette MacDonald and Nelson Eddy to Nick and Nora Charles aka William Powell and Myrna Loy, hold our hands and let us walk you down the yellow brick f*cking road to Hollywood!

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W. and Obama aka Finally! No More Presidents Episodes!!

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Craig takes us on a quick overview of George W. Bush and Barack Obama's presidencies to round out and conclude our history of US Presidents. Will couldn't be more relieved. Plus, a quick history on a local Washing DC eatery adored by many, including President Obama, Ben's Chili Bowl!

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History. Rated R. Goes to the Movies!

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0000

We're going to the movies! In a slight break from format, Craig and Will are gushing about the history of film and breaking down some problematic, and wonderful, classic films. If you enjoyed this kind of episode, let us know! We'd love to take you to the movies more often, if you know what we mean.
Also, famous silent (and later non-silent) actor John Barrymore's favorite cocktail, The Pimm's Cup, is discussed. Serve up one for yourself.
2 oz. Pimm’s No. 1 Cup
3/4 oz. Cointreau
¾ oz. freshly squeezed lime juice
3 thin cucumber wheels
6 fresh mint leaves
1 oz. ginger ale

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The Suffragists! (Not Suffragettes?)

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Craig takes us on a journey of the important history leading up to and through the passing of the 19th Amendment which gave women the right to vote, and its key figures among the Suffragists along the way. But it wasn't all progressivism and sunshine and rainbows, just because "women" were allowed the right to vote most all women of color were prevented from doing so for another several decades.

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Catherine the Great

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Cate the Great was great for a lot of reasons. She ruled Russia as its Empress for 34 years and got some shit done. She played the long game to get there, but by the time she ame to power, they were kissing the hem of her robes. Also...kind of a sex positivity icon!
Speaking of sex positive icons, our old pal Harry Craddock returns as we talk about the Corpse Reviver #2 as given to us by listener Michelle! Shake one up and sip along with us.
In a shaker add equal parts gin, lemon juice, cointreau and lillet blanc. Rinse the glass with a dash of absinthe, strain into a chilled glass, and granish with a luxardo cherry. Mazel y'all.

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The Impeachment of Bill Clinton

Fri, 22 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0000

William Jefferson Clinton was the man so many say had charisma and charm, but was also arguably a big f*cking creep who took advantage of several women, most notably the 24 year old White House intern Monica Lewinsky. Clinton was only the second president to be impeached but not removed from office. And he loved cheeseburgers. Hear a VERY brief history of how the "cheeseburger" came to be and how Wily Willy's pervy past was a lot more extensive and problematic than most today seem to recognize.

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The Gipper! Ol' Ronnie Reagan

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Conservatives love him. Liberals love to hate him. In the shocked words of Doc Brown, "Ronald Reagan?? The actor!?" Yes, Ronald Reagan the actor became the President of the United States and simutaneously united and divided its people. Looking back on him now, there's much to be said, both negative and positive about the man. The AIDS crisis, Iran Contra, the war on drugs, hear Will and Craig discuss and politely debate.
AND! If you want to drink the Gipper's favorite cocktail, shake up OG History Rated R celebrity, Harry Craddock's recipe for the Orange Blosson Cocktail.
1/4 Italian Vermouth
1/4 Cointreau
1/2 Dry Gin
Shake well and strain into a cocktail glass and add cherry.

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Craig Smith, Speechwriter for President Gerald Ford!

Fri, 08 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Continuing with Craig's "Forest Gump years," we turn to his time working in the White House as a speechwriter for president Ford. What was the man like, how did he struggle with speeches, and how did Craig land the gig?? Plus, a brief history of his favorite food (Pot Roast) and we get our first NEGATIVE REVIEWWWWWW!

Want to cook up a Pot Roast to eat along with us? Try this one from Delishably!

Original Yankee Pot Roast
Ingredients
1 (3-pound) beef chuck roast
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
4 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1 large yellow onion, diced
2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 to 2 1/2 cups beef stock, divided
3 large carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
3 celery ribs, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 cups chopped white onions
1 bay leaf, whole
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 275° and position a rack in the lower half of the oven. Pat the meat dry and season liberally on all sides with salt and pepper.

Set a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, and add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil. Add the beef to the pot and sear evenly on all sides, using tongs to turn the roast, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
Lower the heat to medium and add the remaining vegetable oil. Add the onion and thyme and cook, stirring often, until the onions are translucent, about 6 minutes.

Increase the heat to medium-high. Deglaze the pot by adding 1/2 cup of the beef stock, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Return the browned roast to the pot, adding more stock to come a little more than halfway up the meat (the amount of stock you’ll need will vary with the size of the roast). Bring to a simmer.
Once it’s simmering, remove the pot from the heat. Cover the top with a sheet of aluminum foil; then cover with the lid. Transfer the pot to the oven and cook until the beef is quite tender, 3 1/2 to 4 hours. Be sure the liquid in the pot is simmering, not boiling, and that there’s enough liquid to prevent the meat from drying out.

Remove the pot from the oven and arrange the vegetables and bay leaf around the meat. Cover and return to the oven for an additional 20 to 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and a knife slips easily in and out of the meat. Transfer the roast to a plate and tent with foil for 15 minutes.

To serve, slice against the grain, or use two forks to pull the beef into chunks. Discard the bay leaf and arrange the beef and vegetables on a platter. Spoon the sauce over the beef and vegetables and serve with mashed potatoes or buttered egg noodles.

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The History of Roe v. Wade

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Considering last week's landmark supreme court decision to do some bullsh*t, we're discussing the history of Roe v. Wade itself, how it came to be, WHY it came to be, and what lead the court to reversing it. (Hint, it has to do with a lot of catholics.) Plus, a very quick history of the word, "cocktail."
Read and follow Will's writing journey on Medium by clicking here! (medium.com/@williamjsterling)

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The Bible's Big Queer History

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0000

They call it, "The Greatest Story Ever Told." But what if it was, "The Gayest Story Ever Told?" Bet you didn't know the Bible has its very own queer history, did you? We certainly hope we offend a few people, but mostly that we bring new meaning to terms like "beloved" and "exceed." Plus, in lieu of food or drinks, Craig and Will tell their very different but uplifting stories/histories of coming out. It's just a big queer episode all around!

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Bloody Mary, Queen of England

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 04:00:00 -0000

Mary I of England certainly had a reputation. So strong of a reputation in fact, she became known as "Bloody Mary." Why'd she get this creepy nickname that inspired a ridiculous children's mirror prank? Spoiler alert, it involves a lot of killing. Plus, Craig sings a wonderful tune for Will and an unprompted duet!
Want to drink up the less bloody favorite cocktail of Elizabeth II? Follow the recipe below for the Dubonnet Cocktail!
1 1/2 fl oz Dry Gin
2 fl oz Dubonnet
Shake or stir all ingrdients with ice and strain into a chilled glass. Garnish with an orange zest if you're feelin frisky.

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Watergate! or President Nixon's Vitality Loaf

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0000

We've made it! Arguably the most talked about, drama'ed about, written about, argued about event in American Politics...Watergate! We appreciate your patience in giving so much attention to ol' Dick these past few episodes, so let's learn how the man got taken down. And to celebrate him and his love for the vitality loaf, cook yourself up Pat Nixon's recipe for it!
Pat Nixon's Meatloaf2 tablespoons butter1 cup finely chopped onions2 garlic cloves, minced3 slices white bead1 cup milk2 pounds lean ground beef2 eggs, lightly beaten1 teaspoon saltGround black pepper, to taste1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram2 tablespoons tomato puree2 tablespoons bread crumbs
Grease a 13-by-9-inch baking pan.
Melt butter in a saute pan, add garlic and saute until just golden -- do not brown. Let cool.
Dice bread and soak it in milk.
In a large mixing bowl, mix ground beef by hand with sauteed onions and garlic and bread pieces. Add eggs, salt, pepper, parsley, thyme and marjoram and mix by hand in a circular motion.
Turn this mixture into the prepared baking pan and pat into a loaf shape, leaving at least one inch of space around the edges to allow fat to run off.
Brush the top with the tomato puree and sprinkle with bread crumbs. Refrigerate for 1 hour to allow the flavors to penetrate and to firm up the loaf.
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
Bake meatloaf on lower shelf of oven for 1 hour, or until meat is cooked through. Pour off accumulated fat several times while baking and after meat is fully c ooked. Let stand on wire rack for five minutes before slicing. Makes 6 servings."

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Tricky Dick Nixon, Part 2

Fri, 03 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Nixon's road to the Presidency, as we've already seen in the 1960 election, was at times rocky but always steady. And we've officially reached Craig's "Forrest Gump days," in which he encouraged Nixon to run for President against Ronald Reagan. Plus, in lieu of a cocktail history...hear the history of the time Craig had martinis with Nixon!

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Tricky Dick Nixon, Part 1

Fri, 27 May 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Arguably the most talked about and controversial figure in American political history, Richard Milhous Nixon was the 37th president of the United States and the only president to resign. But how did he get to become THE Richard Nixon? We're breaking down his road to politics and the presidency and his relationship to...his mother.
Also, we're talking about the history of beef stroganoff! Follow Craig's recipe below to cook yours up and eat with us.
"Ok, podcasters, this week’s recipe is going to be a little bit of a challenge but well worth it: Beef Stroganoff for four. Remember to check that you have all the ingredients before you begin.
Step 1. The day before, take a pound and a half of your favorite steak and cut it into two inch by 1/2 inch strips. Put the strips a bowl and lightly salt and pepper them. Put the strips in the fridge over night.
Step 2. On the day of the meal, pull bowl of strips out of the fridge and let them come to room temperature, about twenty minutes.
Step 3. In a sauce pan, melt one tablespoon of butter then stir in one tablespoon of olive oil. Then whisk in one tablespoon of flour. (It’s called a roux.)
Step 4. In a small pot, bring one cup of beef broth to a boil. Then whisk the broth into the butter flour mix. When it is smooth, whisk in one teaspoon of mustard (Dijon is best). Turn off the heat.
Step 5. Following directions on the package, in a large pot, boil enough pappardelle pasta to serve four.
Step 6. In a frying pan melt another tablespoon butter and another tablespoon of olive oil. Add two minced cloves of garlic, a tablespoon of chopped onion, and then the steak strips. Brown the strips to your preferred doneness and remove them from pan to a large bowl.
Step 7. Turn on the heat under the butter/mustard sauce and whisk in three tablespoons of sour cream. (Takes about 4 minutes at most.).
Step 8. Drain the pasta and pour it over the steak strips. Then pour the butter/mustard/broth sauce over the pasta and steak. Toss the sauce, pasta and steak together and serve."

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JFK Gets Assassinated, Lyndon Johnson Saves the Day

Fri, 20 May 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Was JFK really as transformative a President as he gets credit for? He's the reason we started sending troops to Vietnam. And after he was assassinated, his VP and successor, Lyndon B. Johnson, took up the work of much of the important change we credit Kennedy of having done today. Learn more about the man who led the nation after John F. Kennedy.
Care to serve up JFK's favorite cocktail while listening along (at brunch time)? Here's Fernard Petiot's original recipe...or so he says.
Cover the bottom of the shaker with four large dashes of salt, two dashes of black pepper, two dashes of cayenne pepper, and a layer of worcestershire sauce; then add a dash of lemon juice and some cracked ice, put in two ounces of vodka and two ounces of thick tomato juice, shake, strain, and pour.

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How JFK Got Elected

Fri, 13 May 2022 07:00:00 -0000

It's Part 1 of our deep dive into the Presidency of John Fitzgerald Kennedy. Learn about his horribly racist father Joe and his brother Bobby, the pairing of JFK and Lyndon Johnson, and how Robert Nixon was transformed into a ghoul of sorts in his first televized debate with Kennedy.
Hungry for pesto? Cook up Craig's recipe and enjoy a little dinner and a pod tonight!
Here are the steps to making the perfect pesto with a few options thrown in at the end. As usual read all the way through before you start to be sure you have all the ingredients.
Step 1 place three cups of tightly packed fresh basil leaves (no stems) into a food processor.
Step 2 add 1/4 cup pine nuts or walnuts to the food processor.
Step 3 add three chopped garlic cloves to the food processor.
Step 4 add 1/2 cup ground Parmesan cheese to the food processor.
Step 5 add 3/4 cup of olive oil to the food processor.
Step 6 add 1/4 cup white wine or dry vermouth to the food processor.
Step 7 turn the processor to low speed and blend the ingredients into the consistency of a sauce (add more olive oil if needed). Place the mix in a sauce pan and cook over low heat stirring regularly for ten minutes. At the same time start...
step 8. (Option: to make the mix into cream pesto add 3/4 cup sour cream. You can also add crumbled Italian sausage or chopped chicken to the mix and keep cooking until the sour cream is absorbed and/ or the added meat is cooked. )
Step 9 cook your favorite pasta and drain.
Step 10 serve the pasta in a bowl topped with the pesto sauce.

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The History of the 2nd Amendment

Fri, 06 May 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Uh oh. Controversy. Arguably one of the most challenging and debated pieces of American politics is the 2nd Amendment. Hear your uncle Craig breakdown it's pretty simple and straightforward history and explain how we've gotten to our modern interpretation of it today.
To read Craig's in depth article "Originalism and the Second Amendment: A Reassessment" click here! It's free to the first 50 people who would like to further educate themselves.
If you like weird ass cocktails and have an affinity for apples, mix up your own Apple Toddy and sip along with us.
Jerry Thomas' Apple Toddy
1 tea-spoonful of fine white sugar dissolved in a little boiling water
1 wine-glass of cider brandy (apple jack) or apple brandy
1/2 of a baked apple
Fill the glass 2/3 full of boiling water, stir, and grate a little nutmeg on top. Serve with a spoon.

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Percy Bysshe Shelley, Swish Swish Bysshe

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000

We continue our two parter of the hottest couple to ever grace the romantic movement with Mary's husband, infamous poet and controversial firebrand...Percy Bysshe Shelley. Hear Craig's take on him as he goes in depth on his life and writings, and expands on what a jerk Lord Byron continues to be.
This week's recipe:
Brew some tea to sip you lil Bysshe.

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The Modern Prometheus, A Frankenstein Bonus Episode

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000

In a special bonus episode, we're flashing back to an episode of Will's old podcast, "The Motivation Report," for an in depth look at the novel, "The Modern Prometheus or Frankenstein." This episode first aired on October 23rd, 2016. If you haven't listened to our episode going in depth on Mary Shelley, do that first as it provides a lot of additional context.

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Mary Shelley, Mother of a Monster

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Craig and Will switch seats this episode! Will talks about the author of Frankenstein, arguably literature's most significant romantic, sci-fi, and horror contribution, Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley. Many know her name, few know her husband (yet), and even fewer know just how much her life informed her writing. Learn her tragic and moving life story and how she gave birth to one of literature's most enduring monsters. Also, Craig's taking the reigns up top to discuss the history of lamb as a cuisine and gives a recipe for you to cook along to!
From senor Craig: As we learned in the latest podcast, lambs are important in Judeo-Christian history and a favorite food in merry old English. Here’s a great recipe for lamb chops of all kinds. (vegans close your eyes). As usual check through all the steps before you begin to be sure you have all the ingredients.
Step 1. In a large bowl, mix the juice of one lemon, with half a cup of olive oil, three crushed and chopped garlic cloves, a teaspoon of salt, and a tablespoon of chopped rosemary.
Step 2. Coat lamb chops in the marinade and leave over night.
Step 3. Light the barbecue or the broiler in your oven.
Step 4. Using tongs place the chops on the grill or under the broiler for five minutes.
Step 5. Flip the chops and cook for five more minutes. They can be served with your favorite rice or potato recipe.

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Cleopatra...High Above Me, She's So Lovely

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Cleopatra. She's so high-ey-ai-ay! High above us. But also, she had a storied history with Rome and its many rulers and fighters and politicians and boys. But MOST importantly...she loved wine. Even bathed in it to keep her beautiful. That's why this week's cocktail recipe is likely the easiest ever...
Cleopatra's Wine Recipe:
Step 1: Buy a botle of wine.
Step 2: Open that bottle of wine.
Step 3: Drink that wine.
Step 4: Finish that bottle bitch.
Step 5: Purchase ten gallons of wine and bathe in it you fucking sluts!!!!

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Harry Truman and Why We Didn't Need to Nuke Japan

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000

President Harry Truman was a lot more progressive than most preisdents when it came to equality, and when we needed someone to get us out of the war. Only it involved nuking Japan, which arguably didn't need to happen at all. But equally as important, Craig is cooking up "coq au vin," a French dish with a history he wants to argue about with Will. But you should cook it up and chow down with us. So cook according to Dr. Smith's recipe:
Remember to read through the recipe so you have all the ingredients you need before you start and that you have your timing down:
Step 1. The day before you intend to serve the meal prepare a large bowl of brine by mixing half a cup of salt (Kosher is best), with half a cup of season salt in a quart of water. Then pierce your favorite pieces of chicken with a fork and place them in the brine solution. Refrigerate over night.
Step 2. Remove the chicken from the brine and allow it to reach room temperature (takes about an hour).
Step 3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and/or butter and sear the chicken pieces on all sides. Then set them into a casserole dish, Dutch oven, or pressure cooker.
Step 4. Add half a cup sliced onion, two sliced garlic cloves, tablespoon thyme, one cup diced celery, a bay leaf, and two strips of bacon.
Step 5. This step is optional, but if you ever watched Julia Child’s first cooking episode, you’ll remember that at this juncture she poured a quarter cup of cognac over the chicken and ignited it. (She nearly caught the set on fire, so do this carefully.)
Step 6. Pour one cup red wine over the chicken.
Step. 7. If you are using a casserole dish or a Dutch oven, set your oven to 300 degrees and cook the chicken for two and a half hours. If you are using a pressure cooker, set it on high pressure for 35 minutes. Let it stand for 15 minutes when the time expires, then release the remaining steam and serve.
The Coq au Vin can now be served with boiled potatoes, rice and/or vegetables. When Julia Child tasted her dish at the end of episode one, she looked directly at the camera and said, “I’ve never tasted better Coq.” Bien Appetite.

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The Presidential Lightning Round: Teddy, Taft, Wilson, Harding, Coolidge, and Hoover

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0000

We skipped a bunch of Presidents before we got to FDR so Craig is making up for it with a lightning round, running down US Presidents Teddy Roosevelt, William Howard Taft, Woodrow Wilson, Warren G. Harding, Calvin Coolidge, and Herbert Hoover!
Want to make a mint julep to toast to Teddy? Here's his controversial recipe:
10 to 12 fresh mint leaves "muddled" (until it resembles paste) with a splash of water and a sugar cube
2 to 3 oz rye whiskey
.25 oz brandy
1-2 sprigs fresh mint as a garnish
First fill a bar glass* with the muddled mint, then fill the glass generously with finely crushed ice. Top off with the rye, brandy, and mint garnish.

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When FDR Tried to Kill Craig's Father

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -0000

Franklin Delano Roosevelt was a transformative President to say the least. He also loved to fool around with the ladies. And...he tried to kill Craig's father?? Transformative may he be, he's also not necessarily the peachy keen man history makesw him out to be.
Want to cook up a grilled cheese? It's easy!
In a skillet, melt a pad of butter. Place 4 slices of break in the melted butter. Lay your cheese of choice on one slice, top it with the other, cook until one side is toasted brown, flip, repeat. Badabing, ya done!

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A Tale of Two Williams, McKinley and Jennings Bryan

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -0000

William McKinley was our 25th President and the 3rd to be, spoiler alert, assassinated. But it's okay, they brought in Thomas Edison to try to revive him with his magic? And the democrats couldn't get over their hard on for William Jennings Bryan, despite him being a two time loser. Fool them twice, shame on them. Also! The history of the Gin Rickey. Stir one up and sip with us.
The Gin Rickey
2 oz London dry gin
1 oz lime juice
Stir in a Collins glass filled with ice. Fill with club soda. Garnic with lime wedge.

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President James Garfield, Not Named After the Cat

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 08:00:00 -0000

We're tackling a handfull of President's this episode, but mostly James Garfield who was, DUN DUN DUN, assassinated! The road to the secret service was a long one, clearly. Plus, Rutherford B. Hayes and James Garfield's favorite food, and the below recipe for "Squirrel Soup" if you wanna be real authentic and cook that up with us. (We're using lamb though...)
From The Daily Beast:
Wash and quarter three or four good sized squirrels; put them on, with a small tablespoonful of salt, directly after breakfast, in a gallon of cold water. Cover the pot close, and set it on the back part of the stove to simmer gently, not boil. Add vegetables just the same as you do in case of other meat soups in the summer season, but especially good will you find corn, Irish potatoes, tomatoes and Lima beans. Strain the soup through a coarse colander when the meat has boiled to shreds, so as to get rid of the squirrels' troublesome little bones. Then return to the pot, and after boiling a while longer, thicken with a piece of butter rubbed in flour. Celery and parsley leaves chopped up are also considered an improvement by many. Toast two slices of bread, cut them into dice one-half inch square, fry them in butter, put them into the bottom of your tureen, and then pour the soup boiling hot upon them.
Notes:
The substitution of the rabbit (x1) doesn’t change much in terms of cooking as it is also a very lean meat. It also needs to be cooked low and slow. Cook 8 hours on low in a crockpot for best results. Add the veg half way through. Strain and remove bones as instructed above.
Add whatever seasonal vegetables you would like.

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Daniel Webster, What a Web He Weaves

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Daniel Webster, likely one of the OG good dues in US History. A lawyer, statesman, Congressman, and Secretary of State, he was also a mastory orator and wrote some of this country's finest speeches. He also has a fun cocktail named after him...Daniel Webster's Punch! Mix up yours with the recipe below and cheers to the old Webs.
Daniel Webster's Punch
INGREDIENTS
3 lemons
1/2 cup sugar
1 bag black tea
1/2 cup lemon juice
3/4 cup cognac
3/4 cup oloroso, dry
3/4 cup Jamaican rum
1 1/2 cups Bordeaux, or any full-bodied red wine
champagne, to top

DIRECTIONS
Peel the lemons, taking care to avoid as much of the bitter white pith as possible.
In a large bowl, combine the sugar with the lemon peels, then lightly muddle and let sit for 20 minutes to allow the citrus oils to infuse with the sugar.
Boil 2 cups of water and steep the tea bag in it for 5 minutes, and set aside to cool slightly.
To the bowl, add the tea, lemon juice, cognac, sherry, rum and red wine, and stir to combine.
Strain out the lemon peels and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Fifteen minutes before serving, add the ice ring (see Editor's Note).
Ladle into cups and lightly top each glass with champagne.

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US History IS Black History with Mateen Stewart

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Comedian Mateen Stewart joins us to talk about the vital importance of teaching Black history in schools and throughout the world, and not JUST in February. Learn why February became Black history month, the origin of some words you might want to stop using, and the history of his family.

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Catherine de' Medici, Huge B Word

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Italian noblewoman who became the Queen of France, Catherine de' Medici and her hubby committed some awful, awful genocides. Nostradamus predicted 3 of her sons would be kings and they were! But she killed a lot of folks. Not cool. Also, the apropos history of Chicken Provençal and Craig's recipe below! Cook yourself up some and sit down and eat with us 'cause when you're here...YOU'RE FAMILY!!
Step 1. Bring your favorite pieces of chicken to room temperature. Set the oven on bake to 375 or convention bake to 350.
Step 2. Lightly spray, brush, or otherwise coat the chicken with olive oil.
Step 3. Sprinkle herbs de Provence and garlic salt on all sides of the chicken.
Step 4. Place the pieces of chicken in a baking pan and add enough dry (white) vermouth to cover the bottom of the baking dish.
Step 5. Bake the chicken for 30 to 40 minutes.
Step 6. Serve the chicken with your favorite vegetables and white wine. Small potatoes can be roasted with the chicken. Asparagus sprayed with olive oil and sprinkled with garlic salt compliments the chicken as would any dry white wine.

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Queen E: Eleanor of Aquitaine

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Eleanor of Aquitaine was one tough broad and Queen of France, Queen of England, AND Duchess of Aquitaine. Although her sons saw a lot of problems and caused her a bunch of grief like participating in a little something called The Crusades. But she is one badass lady in History. Plus, we're drinking the French 75! Hear about its history, pour one for yourself, and cheers with us!
The French 75
Combine 1 oz Gin, 1/2 oz Lemon juice, and 2 Dashes Simple syrup in a shaker with ice. Shake vigorously. Strain into champagne flute, fill with 2 oz Champagne, garnish with a thin lemon slice or lemon peel.

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Abraham Lincoln's Bisexuality

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000

You heard it here folks! (But maybe not the first time.) Abe was totally bi. He also isn't necessarily the great white savior a lot of people make him out to be. Even progressive folks have their problems. So why WASN'T the emancipation proclomation so hot? Well, you'll see. Also, cook yourself up some risotto with us and hear about its history in Italy! (Eat-aly?)
Craig's LEGEN-wait for it-DARY Risotto
Step 1: Place one half cup of arborio rice and one cup of chicken, fish, vegetable or beef broth in a medium sized pot. (The broth you select should complement your main dish.). Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer. Stir frequently and when all the broth is absorbed add another quarter cup of broth.
Step 2: In the meantime, cover the bottom of a sauce pan with a quarter inch of olive oil, place over a burner, and raise burner to medium heat. Add half a cup of chopped red onion and half a cup of Anaheim chillies (or green pepper). Stir and cook until onions are translucent.
Step 3: Add two chopped garlic cloves, one tablespoon oregano, and half a teaspoon of turmeric to the onion mix and stir in.
Step 4: Transfer the rice to the onion mix and stir in. Add another quarter cup of broth to the mix, continually stirring. If it seems too dry, add more broth.
Step 5: Add two slices of gorgonzola cheese to the rice mixture. (About two inches by one inch, about a quarter inch thick.). Melt the cheese into the rice mix constantly stirring.
Step 6: For white risotto, add two tablespoon of sour cream. OR for red risotto, add two tablespoons of tomato paste. Keep stirring!
Step 7: Taste the mix to see if the rice is done to your satisfaction. If it is too tough or dry, add broth and keep stirring. When it's nice and soft, serve it.

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A Brief History of the Ukraine (And Russian Douchebaggery)

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000

In this special episode, your uncle Craig, a Ukranian himself, brings you the most concise, comprehensive history of the Ukraine and why Russia is consistently a dick to them. It all begins with some Vikings and Barbarians and churches and lots of wars. Plus, make Craig's family recipe for the traditional Ukranian supper, "Halupki!"
The Ukrainian stuffed cabbage, known as Halupshas, Halubtsi, or Halupki, is a peasant dish that is actually healthy and nutritious. Remember read through all the steps before you start to make sure you have all the ingredients. The dish takes about two hours start to finish when using an oven (1 hour baking at 350 degrees in a Dutch oven) but can be done in half that time in a pressure cooker, such as Instant pot at high pressure and natural release.
Step 1. Cook half a cup of rice in one cup of water and set aside.
Step 2. Put a pound of ground lamb in a bowl, add one egg, four chopped cloves of garlic, a tablespoon of chopped or dried rosemary, and half a cup of sour cream. Mix thoroughly and then mix the rice in. You now have your filling.
Step 3. Core then Boil a large cabbage for ten minutes. When it cools, gently remove the leaves.
Step 4. With a knife pair the bulge (lol) in the stem on the back of the leaf. This will make them easier to fold.
Step 5. Take a leaf place it in front of you with the bottom of the leaf, inside up, facing your stomach. Place a heaping tablespoon of the mixture on the center of the leaf. Fold in the sides of the leaf over the mixture, then fold the bottom of the leaf over that rolling it away from you forming a package. Continue making packages until the mixture is used up.
Step 6. Put a cup of water in your Dutch oven or pressure cooker. Add packages in a circular pattern against wall of the pot so they won’t come undone.
Step 7. Pour a can of diced tomatoes over the packages and sprinkle with red wine vinegar. Cover the pot. Cook at 350 for one hour in the Dutch oven or 30 minutes in a pressure cook and then let it set for 12 minutes.
Serve when hungry.
Say it with us..."Cabbage Package."

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The Mexican American War or: A History of Taking Sh*t Just 'Cause

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000

President James K. Polk wanted more shit (read: more land). So he sacrifices some soldiers in Texas to motivate going to war with Mexico to take more of their land. Only they got it from Indigenous Peoples before them. This begins the Mexican-American war and a long history of coming around to saying, "no one is illegal on stolen land." Plus, the Atta Boy cocktail and the history of its bartender inventor Harry Craddock. (Shout out to Carrie Frazier!) Stir one up and drink along with us!
The Atta Boy
2 parts dry gin
1 part dry vermouth
1/4 tsp grenadine
Garnish with an aspired orange rind
Stir with ice and strain into a chilled glass.

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Andrew Jackson's Bandwagon and Six Year Rum Campaign

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Andrew Jackson was a big ol' piece a sh*t! And his bid for the President lasted six years. Outside of being responsible for the massacre and mistreatment of indigenous people amongst other awful things, he also...invented the bandwagon? Let's take this guy off the $20 for God's sake.
Also, the history of lasagna! Cook, listen, and eat with us using Craig's recipe below!
CRAIG'S LASAGNA (for four)
Before you start cooking you should read through the recipe to make sure you have all the ingredients prepared and ready to use:
Step 1: Cover the bottom of a sauce pan with olive oil, place over a burner, and raise burner to medium heat. Add half a cup of chopped red onion and half a cup of Anaheim chillies (or green pepper). Stir and cook until onions are translucent.
Step 2: Add three chopped garlic cloves and a pound of Italian sausage to the onion mixture. Mix thoroughly until meat is cooked.
Step 3: Add one can of diced tomatoes and one small can of tomato paste to the meat and onion mix. Sprinkle with a tablespoon of dried oregano and a tablespoon of dried basil. Add salt to taste. Stir in half a cup of water.
Step 4: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and place 6 strips of lasagna noodles in the pot. Cook for eight minutes and then remove the strips from the water with tongues and place the strips on a non-stick surface.
Step 5: Lightly coat a loaf pan with oil and then place a thin layer of the meat sauce on the bottom.
Step 6: Place two strips of lasagna noodles over the meat sauce, then spoon a layer of meat sauce over the noodles. Cover the meat sauce with a checkerboard of diced mozzarella and half teaspoons of ricotta cheese.
Step 7: Place two strips of lasagna noodles of the cheese, then spoon a layer of meat sauce over the noodles.Cover the meat sauce with a checkerboard of diced mozzarella and half teaspoons of ricotta cheese.
Step 8: Cover the cheese with two strips of lasagna noodles, then cover the noodles with the remaining meat sauce. Sprinkle the top with parmesan cheese.
Step 9: Heat your oven to 375 degrees, place the loaf pan in the oven for 45 minutes.
Step 10: Remove the lasagna from the oven, slice and serve.
WILL'S APPLEBEES-KNEES QUESADILLA APPETIZER
Saute jalapenos, garlic, and red onion in 1 tbsp of butter and a dash of salt, pepper, and cumin. Add to a tortilla lined with Kraft American cheese. Top with another tortilla. Fry in 1 tbsp of high smoke point oil until crispy on one side, then flip and fry the other side until crispy and cheese is melted.

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Jefferson and Adams, Presidential Sh*t Talking

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0000

We have DNA evidence that Thomas Jefferson slept with Sally Hemings, a biracial enslaved woman that he owned (and fathered the children of). So, John Adams tells his son to spread word of this to the papers to try to do Jefferson dirty. In retaliation, Thomas Jefferson accuses John Adams of procuring prostitues for the Czar of Russia (fake news). How did these former friends and founding fathers become bitter rivals in their race for the Presidency?
Plus, the history of the martini! Want to sip along while you listen? Here's Craig's recipe for our shared cocktail of choice.
Dr. Craig R. Smith's INFAMOUS Gin Martini
In a shaker with ice...a splash of vodka (calm down!), half a cap of dry vermouth, two ounces London dry gin. Shake twenty times. Pour into chilled martini glasses. Garnish with a stuffed olive, lemon twist, or slice of cucumber.

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Premiering January 21st...History. Rated R.

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 19:16:07 -0000

Premiering Friday Januray 21st...History. Rated R.
Let's be honest. History is full of f*cked up sh*t. But what are we gonna do, pretend like it never happened? Have a drink with your host, actor and writer Will Sterling, and his more qualified former Presidential Speechwriting co-host, Dr. Craig Smith. They unpack the silly, salacious, scandalous, and serious stuff in history. If we don't learn from the past, we're doomed to repeat it. So let's at least try to do it with honesty and, wherever possible, a laugh.

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