A Glass of History is precisely as it sounds: two historians sitting around a firepit with their favorite spirit, discussing history's exciting ins and outs. Why does it matter? What are the lasting impacts? What connections can be made? Join two prior active duty Marines as they follow their love of history after service.
Immediately after part 1 ends, DJ and Matt keep getting into the glasses of history. During this final installment of the Chernobyl series, we dive into the world's reaction, the good, the bad, and the ugly.
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29 May 2026
Chernobyl - Part 1
Isn't Chornobyl that nuclear place in Russia that blew up, and we can't go there until 2065? Join DJ and Matt for part 1 of 2 on Chornobyl: from manufacturing and construction to testing and detonation, the pair does their best to combine science and history. Grab a drink, settle in, and welcome to a Glass of Science... I mean History.
21 Mar 2026
The East St. Louis Massacre of 1917
Buckle in. On this episode, the guys take a look at the scarred history of the United States and bring to light voices from a somewhat forgotten tragedy. This episode contains themes and topics that can make us uncomfortable, but they deserve to be discussed, nonetheless. Listener/Viewer discretion is advised.
History starts at 12:18, but come on... we both know you're here for the boys. Grab a glass and take a seat.
10 Nov 2025
250th Marine Corps Birthday
Join DJ and Matt as they rant and rave about the history of the illustrious United States Marine Corps, while debunking some myths along the way! Grab a glass and celebrate!
29 Aug 2025
Anniversary Episode
It's been a year of history with DJ and Matt. Grab a glass and sit back for an unscripted night of history. In this episode, we go completely scriptless and see where the night takes us. Imagine a fire going, ice in your glass, friends all around, and dinner on the grill.
13 Aug 2025
Napoleon: From Emperor to Exile
In this episode, Matt and DJ explore the climactic end of the Napoleonic Wars and the dramatic final chapter of Napoleon Bonaparte’s life. From the crushing defeat at Waterloo to his surrender and exile on the remote island of Saint Helena, we trace the fall of one of history’s most brilliant and controversial leaders.
16 May 2025
Napoleon: The First Consul
How did Napoleon seize power in France? How did he transform the Republic into an empire? Join Matt and DJ as they talk about what set Napoleon apart from his contemporaries and predecessors as he thrusts himself into power and enters the realm of la politique.
12 Mar 2025
Napoleon: The Egyptian Campaign
DJ and Matt go into Napoleon's return to France after his successful Italian Campaign. Following in the footsteps of great men like Alexander the Great and Julius Caesar, Napoleon continues to form his own legacy and begins his campaign in Egypt.
16 Feb 2025
Napoleon: The Italian Campaign
DJ and Matt keep covering the rise of Napoleon and his ascension to fame, glory, and legend. This episode covers the Italian Campaign from 1796-1797 and the larger ramifications on France, Europe, and Napoleon himself! Grab a glass and enjoy the ramblings of two men discussing the future of the Northern/Eastern Hemisphere!
30 Jan 2025
Napoleon Series Ep. 1
DJ and Matt share a glass and introduce one of the most influential men in history. Napoleon Bonaparte. Grab a glass, sit back, and listen to the ramblings of two dudes. Is Napoleon one of the greats, or does he fall short of glory?
31 Oct 2024
She's a Salem Witch! Burn her!
Join DJ and Matt for a wild night of witches, land grabs, stories, and shenanigans as they discuss the Salem Witch Trials with special guest Sami! This is the wildest episode to date, so buckle in, grab a glass, and relax as we go on this wildly inebriated ride through the Massachusetts colony.
17 Oct 2024
Your Obedient Servant, A. Ham.
DJ and Matt attempt to retell the story of a recently rediscovered Founding Father, Alexander Hamilton. They look at one of the most affluent and impactful men in American history with a twist, a turn, and a rabbit hole or two.
8 Sept 2024
Ep. 1 - Feis, Alperovitz, and the Atomic Bombs Walk Into A Bar...
In the pilot episode, Matt and DJ explain and defend aspects of the Fiesian and Alperovitizian historiographies regarding the use of atomic weapons in 1945. What led to the decisions, and what are the lasting impacts on the global scale?
28 Aug 2024
Introductions!
A Glass of History is exactly that! Grab a glass with DJ and Matt as they introduce themselves and some of their ideas for the future of the show!
I misspoke when giving our email. It is Glassofhistorypodcast@gmail.com
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