Almost Immortal History Podcast

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Almost Immortal History Podcast Podcast

Famous figures. Forgotten stories - a history podcast that brings them back. Welcome to the Almost Immortal History Podcast. This show brings to life the stories of fascinating people who were famous in their day and accomplished amazing things, but over time they have not been immortalized in the same way as an Abraham Lincoln, Martin Luther King, Amelia Earhart or Winston Churchill – but their stories and impact on all of us are equally worth appreciating, understanding and enjoying. 

  1. Eunice Carter - Part 2

    20/07/2021

    Eunice Carter - Part 2

    Thanks for joining us for the second and final part of the Eunice Carter story. When we left off in Part 1, Carter’s unprecedented rise to a seemingly unimaginable role on Thomas Dewey’s team of criminal prosecutors made her a household name across America. Now, Carter’s courage and tenacity will be tested as she takes on the most dangerous mob boss in the country. Despite being surrounded by an entire team of brilliant legal minds, it will be Carter’s intuition and intelligence that Dew...

    29 min
  2. Eunice Carter - Part 1

    19/07/2021

    Eunice Carter - Part 1

    Many of us know the stories of famous criminals like Al Capone, Bonnie and Clyde or the famous lawmen who helped bring them to justice. Though many might not know the story of the lawyer who was most responsible for brining down the most powerful mob boss in the world, Lucky Luciano, making the streets of New York safer and nearly propelling her boss to the American Presidency. This story would be remarkable regardless of who it was about, but because this particular lawyer was one of the onl...

    33 min
  3. Nancy Wake Part 2

    08/03/2021

    Nancy Wake Part 2

    Thanks for joining us for the second and final part of the Nancy Wake story. When we left off in part one, Wake had traveled an unlikely path to becoming a wealthy socialite in France and an even unlikelier path as a leader in the French and British resistance efforts in World War II. Now, as the stakes increase, Wake will have to make difficult choices that will put her in even greater danger but will see her legend grow and her contributions to the Allied war effort become legendary.&n...

    34 min
  4. Nancy Wake Part 1

    08/03/2021

    Nancy Wake Part 1

    Many of us know the stories of World War II heroes. Leaders like Winston Churchill and FDR or soldiers from books and shows like Band of Brothers. Though many might not know the story of the war’s most decorated woman who the Nazis despised so much they had codenamed her the White Mouse because of her inexplicable elusiveness. The Nazis did everything they could to find her and stop the havoc she was wreaking, but they had no idea who they were up against, in every sense of that phrase. ...

    33 min
  5. Thomas Nast - Part 2

    18/12/2020

    Thomas Nast - Part 2

    Thanks for joining us for the second and final part of the Thomas Nast story. When we left off in Part one, Nast was coming into his own as a famous sketch artist covering America’s Civil War.Now, Nast will find his true calling as he takes his talent and growing fame to new heights, helping to elect Presidents of the United States and take on the most corrupt city government the nation has ever seen. So sit back and enjoy the conclusion of today’s episode, Political Cartoonist Thomas Na...

    35 min
  6. Thomas Nast - Part 1

    17/12/2020

    Thomas Nast - Part 1

    Many of us know the stories of Abraham Lincoln and Ulysses S. Grant. Or the images of political symbols like the Republican elephant or Democratic donkey. Though many might not know of the artist and political cartoonist who created the latter and help elect the former all while being most responsible for taking on and taking down the most corrupt politician in New York City’s history and even finding time to create the modern image of Santa Claus.So sit back and enjoy the story and the focus...

    31 min
  7. General John J. Pershing - Part 2

    12/11/2020

    General John J. Pershing - Part 2

    Thanks for joining us for the second and final part of the John Pershing story. When we left off in Part 1, General Pershing was chasing feared rebel Pancho Villa throughout the Mexican countryside while the rest of the world was at war. Now, all of Pershing’s experience and leadership will be called upon as a reluctant America gets drawn into World War 1 and he is asked to help overhaul a military that is not ready but is so desperately needed. All while he continues to endure the...

    41 min
  8. General John J. Pershing - Part 1

    11/11/2020

    General John J. Pershing - Part 1

    Many of us know the stories of military Generals like George Washington, Ulysses Grant and Dwight Eisenhower. All won critical wars and went on to become Presidents of the United States. What many might not know is the story of the General who led American forces in the First World War whose vision and perseverance was most responsible for bringing a young nation from isolation to a world power. All while enduing an unimaginable personal tragedy and defying overwhelming odds as the...

    42 min
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Famous figures. Forgotten stories - a history podcast that brings them back. Welcome to the Almost Immortal History Podcast. This show brings to life the stories of fascinating people who were famous in their day and accomplished amazing things, but over time they have not been immortalized in the same way as an Abraham Lincoln, Martin Luther King, Amelia Earhart or Winston Churchill – but their stories and impact on all of us are equally worth appreciating, understanding and enjoying. 

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  • Creator
    Ryan Powers
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Almost Immortal History Podcast
  • Show Website
    Almost Immortal History Podcast

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