In each episode we will explore funny moments in history as well as what caused certain historical events to occur: from the events that led up to it, to the impact it had on future.
Episode #08: Was Africa Carved up at a Dinner Party?
This episode of Hooked on History delves into the Berlin Conference of 1884-1885, where European powers divided Africa without any African representation. It explores the motivations behind this event, including economic ambition, political competition, and racial ideologies. The discussion highlights the lasting impact of the arbitrary borders drawn during this conference, which continue to affect African nations today. The episode concludes with reflections on the importance of stakeholder representation in international decisions and the complexities of historical narratives.
28 Jun 2025
Episode #07-Was the Great Depression Avoidable?
This episode examines the causes of the Great Depression, exploring whether it resulted from unavoidable circumstances or preventable policy failures.
6 May 2025
Episode #06: American Revolution vs French Revolution: Who Did It Better?
CJ compares the American and French Revolutions, analyzing their causes, key figures, and impacts to determine which revolution better achieved freedom and avoided bloodshed.
12 May 2023
Episode #5- Alamo Avengers
This episode explores the Texas War for Independence, highlighting the pivotal Battle of the Alamo and the key figures whose actions shaped the war's outcome, ultimately leading to the establishment of the Republic of Texas.
18 Apr 2023
Episode #4-Miracle of New Orleans
This episode of "Hooked on History" examines the Battle of New Orleans during the War of 1812 and its impact on Andrew Jackson's rise to the presidency.
5 Apr 2023
Episode #3- Most Daring Rescue of WWII
This episode explores the daring WWII Halyard rescue operation, highlighting the airlift of over 500 airmen from Yugoslavia and also shares a humorous anecdote about a disastrous food fight.
28 Mar 2023
Episode #2-Washington's Secret Six
This episode explores the covert operations of Washington's Secret Six during the Revolutionary War and shares an amusing anecdote about the father of the U.S. Navy.
18 May 2020
Episode #1-Did WW1 Start WW2?
The hosts of Hooked on History examine the complex relationship between World War I and World War II, exploring the argument that the former directly led to the latter.
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