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The History Nerd is a podcast dedicated to making History not just interesting, but emotionally investing. Join me, your host Matthew Motes, as I take you on a journey through some of the most intriguing, epic, and bloody stories from our Earth's astounding past. Covering topics from religious mythology to psychotic rulers, this podcast will make history seem like the greatest drama novel of all time. Follow @the.historynerd on Instagram.
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In this episode, I recount the terrifying history of Nazi science and human experiments, including the victims and the infamous doctors who conducted them. I will answer four questions - how did it get to the point where Nazis were justifying and approving these experiments? Also, what were the purposes of these experiments? What was done to the test subjects? And were any scientific discoveries made? Follow @the.historynerd on Instagram.
In this two-part series, I recount the story of one of the bravest acts of resistance during the Holocaust, the Warsaw Ghetto Revolt. What was life in the ghetto like? Who organized this uprising? How was it organized? How did it play out and how did it end? What did it mean to the people fighting it? This episode seeks to answer all of those questions. In part 2, I cover the rest of the revolt and its aftermath. Follow @the.historynerd on Instagram.
In this two-part series, I recount the story of one of the bravest acts of resistance during the Holocaust, the Warsaw Ghetto Revolt. What was life in the ghetto like? Who organized this uprising? How was it organized? How did it play out and how did it end? What did it mean to the people fighting it? This episode seeks to answer all of those questions. In part 1, I cover what life was like in the Warsaw Ghetto, the buildup to the revolt, and the first day of fighting. Follow @the.historynerd on Instagram.
Ever since Jack the Ripper's infamous killing spree in 1888, thousands of historians, investigators, crime novelists, and self-proclaimed ripper-ologists have stated their beliefs on who he was. In this episode, me and special guest, Nik, discuss the top suspects of this killer and give our thoughts on each one. Follow @the.historynerd on Instagram.
In this episode, I recount the most infamous murder spree in history and the man behind it, Jack the Ripper. Where did this slaughter take place? who were the victims? What did he do to his victims? Why was Jack the Ripper never caught? I will answer these questions and more. Follow @the.historynerd on Instagram.
In this episode, I recount the buildup, events, and aftermath of the bloodiest battle in American history, the Battle of Gettysburg. Follow @the.historynerd on Instagram. Show support to my good friends, Susan and Colby, by purchasing a soap dish or coaster from A Rock-Solid Company. Follow @arocksolidcompany on Instagram and TikTok. To support the show via monthly donation, follow this link. https://anchor.fm/the-history-nerd
In this episode, I recount the story of one of the worst atrocities of the American Civil War, the Poison Springs Massacre, in which Confederate soldiers mercilessly murdered over 100 African American Union Soldiers. Why did this happen? How is poison springs remembered today? I will answer these questions and more. Follow @the.historynerd on Instagram and @history_nerd3 on Twitter.
In this episode, I recount the harrowing survival story of Vladek Spiegelman, a Polish Jew who narrowly escaped death during the Holocaust. This episode is based on the amazing Graphic Novel, "Maus," which takes a unique approach to describing Spiegelman's story. In part 2, I continue where I left off, at Vladek's arrival at Auschwitz, and finish at the end of World War 2. Follow @the.historynerd on Instagram and @history_nerd3 on Twitter. To support the show via monthly donation, follow this link. https://anchor.fm/the-history-nerd
In this episode, I recount the harrowing survival story of Vladek Spiegelman, a Polish Jew who narrowly escaped death during the Holocaust. This episode is based on the amazing Graphic Novel, “Maus,” which takes a unique approach to describing Spiegelman’s story. In Part 1, I recount Vladek's story starting from the beginning of World War 2 to his arrival at Auschwitz. Follow @the.historynerd on Instagram and @history_nerd3 on Twitter. To support the show via a monthly donation, follow this link. https://anchor.fm/the-history-nerd
In this episode, I cover the background and rise of perhaps the most infamous political party in world history, the Nazis. How were they able to gain power? Who was Adolf Hitler? I will answer these and more. In Part 2, I will pick up right after Hitler's trial after the Beer-Hall Putsch and end at his positioning as the undisputed Dictator of Germany. Follow @the.historynerd on TikTok and @MatthewMotes10 on Twitter. To support the show via a monthly donation, follow this link: https://anchor.fm/the-history-nerd
In this episode, I cover the background and rise of perhaps the most infamous political party in world history, the Nazis. How were they able to gain power? Who was Adolf HitIer? I will answer these and more. In part 1, I will begin at the origins of hate in Germany and end at HitIer's trial after the Beer-Hall Putsch. Follow @the.historynerd on TikTok and @MatthewMotes10 on Twitter. To support the show via a monthly donation, follow this link:
In this episode, I discuss the horrors of the Middle Passage, which was the journey across the Atlantic endured by every African sold into slavery and sent to the Americas. Follow @the.historynerd on TikTok and @MatthewMotes10 on Twitter. To support the show via monthly donation, follow this link. https://anchor.fm/the-history-nerd
In this episode, I continue the story of Union general Ulysses S. Grant beginning from the end of Shiloh all the way to the end of the Civil War. We will cover many aspects of Grant's life, including his strengths and weaknesses. Follow @the.historynerd on TikTok and Instagram and @MatthewMotes10 on Twitter. To support the show via monthly donation, follow this link. https://anchor.fm/the-history-nerd
In this episode, I recount the early life and military successes of one of the greatest generals in American History, Ulysses S. Grant. We will cover many aspects of his life, including his strengths and weaknesses. In part 1, I will start from his early life through to his first major victories in the Civil War. Follow @the.historynerd on TikTok and Instagram and @MatthewMotes10 on Twitter.
In this episode, I describe the background, timeline, and aftermath of one of the worst atrocities ever committed during the Holocaust, Babi Yar. Taking place in late September of 1941, this unfathomable massacre is just one of hundreds carried out by Nazi Germany during World War 2. Follow @the.historynerd on Instagram and TikTok and @MatthewMotes10 on twitter.
In this episode, I am joined by guest, Nate Roscoe, host of "Stocks and Stand Up," to discuss important questions brought forth by the infamous Columbine Shooting. If you enjoy this episode, follow @the.historynerd on TikTok and Instagram and @MatthewMotes10 on Twitter.
In this episode, I discuss the timeline and background of one of the worst massacres in American history, Columbine. Who were the shooters? Why did they do what they did? Who were their victims? We will discuss this and more. Follow @the.historynerd on TikTok and Instagram and @MatthewMotes10 on Twitter.
In this episode, I talk about the life of quite possibly the most controversial Roman emperor, Caligula. From naming his horse consul to tormenting political enemies, Caligula has continued to amaze Roman historians for centuries. Follow @the.historynerd on Instagram and TikTok and @MatthewMotes10 on Twitter!
In the final part of The French Revolution Series, I describe the Radical phase of the Revolution and the most violent chapter of this story, the Reign of Terror. Follow @the.historynerd on Instagram and TikTok and @MatthewMotes10 on Twitter.
In part two of my French Revolution Series, I will talk about the events leading up to the complete destruction of the monarchy and set the stage for what would soon become the bloodiest chapter of the Revolution. Be sure to follow my Instagram, @the.historynerd, my TikTok @the.historynerd, and my Twitter @MatthewMotes10.
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