The PodGOATs

The history of everything. Veteran award-winning broadcaster, Phil Valentine, and his millennial son, Campbell, take an interesting and often hilarious look at the history of everything from movies to mysteries to music. They explore the history of cars, pets, fads, fears, authors, and art. There's nothing they won't talk about. Come along for the ride. You will not be disappointed.

'90: The Decade of Innovation

It was the decade of the Gulf War, the rise of Bill Clinton, the impeachment of Bill Clinton, the fall of O.J. Simpson, and so much more. Phil and Campbell Valentine talk the '90s.

07-14
27:44

COVID: Phil and Campbell Have It

Phil and Campbell Valentine have COVID. They weren't able to coordinate their good days this week to be able to record a new episode, so we give you the latest PodGOATs Radio. Our apologies.

07-11
47:03

Vikings: The Real History

Just when you thought you knew the Vikings, Phil and Campbell Valentine come along to blow that image out of the water. The PodGOATs give you the real story about Vikings.

07-07
22:47

Olympics: History of the Ancient Games

Long before the Dream Team and Michael Phelps there were the ancient Olympics in Greece. Phil and Campbell Valentine talk about when they started and how they evolved.

07-04
20:25

Animals Part 02: From Mythical to Heroes

Animals are fascinating creatures. Some were as elusive as Bigfoot until the rest of the world discovered them. Phil and Campbell Valentine talk about the history of some amazing animals.

06-30
19:20

Aristotle: The Walking Philosopher

He was one of the Big Three in Greek philosophy. He broke ground on many concepts, including logic. He's where we get the notion of the pursuit of happiness. Phil and Campbell Valentine look at the life of Aristotle.

06-27
21:27

War Part 02: Distinguished Gentlemen

Phil and Campbell Valentine talk war again. This time they're talking about individuals in war that you will not believe, but they are absolutely real, on War Part 2.

06-23
20:17

Urban Legends Part 03: Fact is Stranger Than Fiction

Phil and Campbell Valentine are back with another Urban Legends episode. Only these urban legends are actually true! Fact is, indeed, stranger than fiction on Urban Legends Part 3.

06-20
18:43

Khan: Lord of the Largest Empire

He rose from humble beginnings to eventually lord over the largest empire the world has ever known. Phil and Campbell Valentine look at the brutal yet influential life of Genghis Khan.

06-16
21:05

Twistory Part 04: From Prohibition to a Eugenics-loving Inventor

More history twists from the PodGOATs. Phil and Campbell Valentine talk about how the government tried to keep people from cheating during Prohibition, and the ironic memorial to a Beatle, among others.

06-13
20:43

Mad Scientists: The Ones Who Inspired Fiction

The movies are full of stories about mad scientists, but what about the real ones who inspired them? Phil and Campbell Valentine talk about some of the maddest of the real-life mad scientists.

06-09
23:15

Obsession: Fascinations and Fetishes of the Famous

We all have our obsessions, but when powerful people have them, it can sometimes change history. Phil and Campbell Valentine talk about obsessions of the rich and powerful.

06-06
18:08

Travel: How We Became Tourists

Man has been nomadic since the beginning, but we started out wandering for food. When did we become tourists? Phil and Campbell Valentine look at the early history of travel.

06-02
20:49

Tolkien: Hard Hobbit to Break

J.R.R. Tolkien has had a tremendous impact on not only literature, but storytelling in books and movies. It almost never happened were it not for a turn of tragic events. Phil and Campbell Valentine look at the incredible life of Tolkien.

05-30
24:49

Mysteries Part 04: Amnesia and Murders Solved by Dreams

Phil and Campbell Valentine bring you more great mysteries, some solved, some still unsolved. From amnesia to murders solved by dreams.

05-26
20:50

Black Plague: The Mother of All Pandemics

We think we had it bad with COVID, it was nothing like the Black Plague. Phil and Campbell Valentine retrace the trajectory of the disease and talk about why it took so long to figure it out.

05-23
20:46

Radio Part 02: Phil's Radio War Stories

Radio has had such an impact on politics and culture. Phil and Campbell Valentine talk about that, as well as some of the more unusual experiences Phil has had on the radio.

05-19
20:38

MLK: The Dream Comes True

Martin Luther King, Jr. changed not only America, but the world. His non-violent approach to civil rights transformed America by his sheer power of persuasion. Phil and Campbell Valentine look at the incredible life of MLK.

05-16
25:18

Aliens Part 03: The Fermi Paradox

Phil and Campbell Valentine are back with another fascinating look at aliens. This episode they explore the Fermi Paradox and rank the chances of extraterrestrial life on a scale of one to ten.

05-12
21:26

Drugs: How They Influenced History

Drugs didn't just come around during the '60s. They've been around almost since the beginning of human development, and they've had some major influences on history. Phil and Campbell Valentine talk about the history of drugs.

05-09
14:25

Chuck Clark

Rest In Peace Phil Valentine. You were one of the best on radio.

09-09 Reply

Dillan A

lmao the freaking episode art

03-01 Reply

Sissy Kirby Piper

Another great episode, makes me think of Alfred the Great. which bring to mind a episode topic....Books and their movie version. I am reading a series, The Last Kingdom by Bernard Cornwell which has a Netflix series. As usual, they are so very different. like distant cousins or something. Keep the great episodes coming!!!!

01-29 Reply

Sissy Kirby Piper

I love your show!! I've listened (or tried to...) other podcasts and they just don't compare. I love fun unknown quirky history facts and think that would be a great topic to hear y'all's thoughts on.

09-03 Reply

Cory W

You guys are a total HOOT! I gave podGOATS a listen after hearing Phil mention it on the radio and began binging shortly after. Campbell has got a real head on his shoulders. I'm seriously impressed... and Hooked. Still can't bring myself to buy those diamond gusset jeans just yet though. keep it up!

04-11 Reply

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