Uncommon History: Untold Southern & American Stories

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Simon Kenton:The Scout that saved Daniel Boon - Uncommon History

2026-07-1120:51

Long before he was a legendary pioneer, a 16-year-old Simon Kenton fled into the wilderness believing he was a wanted murderer. Discover the unbelievable true story of how he changed his name, survived 9 brutal Shawnee gauntlets, and became the master scout who saved Daniel Boone's life.

150 Miles Naked: The Ultimate Frontier Survival Story-John Colter-Uncommon History

2026-06-1322:05

150 Miles Naked: The Ultimate Frontier Survival Story-John Colter In 1808, legendary mountain man John Colter was captured by Blackfoot warriors, stripped entirely naked, and told to run for his life across a cactus-covered plain. This is the staggering, true story of "Colter’s Run" and the absolute limits of human endurance on the early American frontier. Uncommon History: Real stories. Hidden truths. The past the way it actually happened.

The Pig That Almost Started a War: How One Shot Nearly Ignited a Global Conflict

2026-04-0410:19

In this episode of the Uncommon History Podcast, we uncover the unbelievable true story of the Pig War of 1859—a bizarre international standoff between the United States and Great Britain sparked by a single gunshot on a remote island in the Pacific Northwest. What began as a simple dispute between neighbors quickly escalated into a military confrontation, with troops, warships, and rising tensions threatening to explode into full-scale conflict. Discover how San Juan Island became ground zero for a geopolitical crisis, why both nations refused to back down, and how one of the strangest disputes in history was ultimately resolved without a single battle. If you love hidden history, strange true stories, and the moments that almost changed everything—this episode is for you.

Patrick Henry: The Firebrand Who Taught America to Speak | UNCOMMON HISTORY

2025-12-1317:26

Uncommon History digs into the stories, speeches, and forgotten moments that textbooks leave behind. Hosted by Brian Thomas, this podcast uncovers the hidden layers of the past — the overlooked characters, the untold motivations, and the surprising twists that shaped America and the world. Each episode brings you deeper into the real history: the controversies, the conflicts, the human flaws, and the extraordinary courage that rarely make it into classroom versions. From explosive political moments to strange events, lost ideas, and bold personalities, Uncommon History brings the past to life with clarity, storytelling, and a fresh perspective. If you’ve ever felt like the history you learned was incomplete, sanitized, or missing the good parts — this podcast is for you. Uncommon History: Real stories. Hidden truths. The past the way it actually happened.

Mark Lee Gardner's "Shot All to Hell, Jesse James, the Northfield Raid

2025-08-2829:48

Tired of boring textbooks? Discover the untold stories that shaped our world on Uncommon History! We bring you the captivating tales you won't find anywhere else—from forgotten heroes and ancient mysteries to groundbreaking events you've never heard of. Dive into history with us and uncover the past like never before. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts! #HistoryPodcast #UncommonHistory #TrueStories #AncientHistory #WorldHistory #Podcast

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