24 episodes

An overqualified middle school history teacher gives you all the history you wish you learned in school.

What I Wish I Learned Steven Panchenko & Noah Sonnenberg

    • History
    • 4.6 • 12 Ratings

An overqualified middle school history teacher gives you all the history you wish you learned in school.

    23. What is Happening in Israel?

    23. What is Happening in Israel?

    To kick off our final season, we take a deep dive, over 1000 years, into the history of Israel and Palestine. We discuss the past conflicts and events that have led us to the boiling point we are at today in the region. Support the Show.

    • 1 hr 9 min
    22. North Korea: A Rogue State

    22. North Korea: A Rogue State

    In this episode, Steve and Noah discuss the inner workings of North Korea. Their history - how they came to be, their current way of life, and what's next for the world's most elusive country. A relic of a forgotten time.Support the Show.

    • 50 min
    21. The Rise and Fall of China

    21. The Rise and Fall of China

    We're back (again)! In this episode, Steve and Noah discuss the the many socioeconomic issues facing China in 2023, and the reasons behind the immanent downfall of the Chinese economy and government.Support the Show.

    • 1 hr 10 min
    20. What do Nazis, Disney, and Scientology have in Common?

    20. What do Nazis, Disney, and Scientology have in Common?

    In this episode, we further discuss how the Nazi integration into the American science program, shaped our perception of space and the space race forever. We also introduce a special guest with a background in rocket science to help us break down some of the scientific concepts we discuss in the episode.Support the Show.

    • 50 min
    19. The Conclusion of Vietnam

    19. The Conclusion of Vietnam

    Hey guys! While we haven't had a chance to record another episode in our new Space series, Steve decided that he wanted do a throwback to Season 2, where we covered the Vietnam war. Support the Show.

    • 1 hr 56 min
    18. How The Nazis Won the Space Race

    18. How The Nazis Won the Space Race

    In this episode, we discuss the darker history of the US vs. Soviet Space Race, and how the Nazis became a crucial part of our successful mission to the Moon. In Season 4 of What I Wish I Learned, we'll be discussing all aspects of space, including the history of space exploration, space anomalies, science fiction, and so much more. Support the Show.

    • 40 min

Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
12 Ratings

12 Ratings

Emily Stutler ,

BEST podcast EVER

LOVE this podcast. I love learning about history! It’s so interesting!

julietann97 ,

I’m freaking pumped!

Huge history junkie over here! Steve and Noah do a great job covering all the details you maybe weren’t taught in school. They are also hilarious I love it! Great job guys! Can’t wait to see where you guys take this podcast!

swagyace ,

great way to keep the audience interested

i love the way the script was written it keeps the listeners interested and entertained

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