The History Buffet

This week on The History Buffet learn all about the relatively unknown marriages between Civil War veterans and their MUCH younger brides. As it turns out, the last remaining Civil War widow died in.…

On this week's episode of The History Buffet learn all about the resistance fight against the German colonization of East Africa led by Sultan Mkwawa. Mkwawa met an unfortunate fate however the story…

On this week's episode of learn all about the infamous conman Gregor MacGregor a Scottish born British soldier who pulled off one of the most brazen confidence tricks in history. Also this week hear …

This week learn all about how tootsie rolls may have been the saving grace of a group of Marines during the Korean War. Also this week learn about an oft-forgotten war in Indiana between two rival ca…

On this week's episode learn all about the mysterious similarities surrounding Edgar Allen Poe's only novel and an actual shipwrecked crew from the 19th century. Was it simply coincidence or somethin…

This week learn all about the greatest beer run in history when a U.S. Marine decided to bring the comforts of home to the front lines in Vietnam. Also this week hear about the covert operations of t…

Joey & Stock talk about one of the first recorded murders in the history of the state of Indiana. Stock dives into the details surrounding the mystery behind the killing of Benjamin Fisher. A tavern …

This week learn all about one of the most notorious female pirates in history Jeanne de Clisson. Out for revenge after her husband's death de Clisson was ruthless as she roamed the English Channel. A…

This week learn all about the famous Peking to Paris automobile race in 1907 and 1908. A race that spans over 9,300 miles with cars that weren't necessarily known for their speed. Also hear the incre…

This week learn all about Emperor Norton I of the United States. You may be familiar with America's presidents but we bet there's a lot you don't know about America's beloved emperor! Also learn abou…

This week learn all about the adorable mascot for the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway Chessie the Cat. During the Great Depression America fell in love with this lovable cat and if you look close enough …

This week learn all about one of the most peculiar jobs of the Industrial Revolution the "Knocker Upper". When you need to wake up for work on time but have no alarm clock the Knocker Ups will rattle…

This week learn all about Indiana's first capital city, famous tree stumps throughout the state, and an enormous cow! Local history can also be some of the most interesting! During WW2 the Soviet Uni…

This week learn all about the tale of Michael Malloy, also known as "Durable Mike" or the "Rasputin of the Bronx". Malloy survived not one, not two, but five murder attempts! Also discover the man be…

This week learn all about the Ancient Order of Froth Blowers. This British organization found a way to drink beer and raise money for charity all at the same time! While we on the History Buffet alwa…

This week we have a Q & A session with our special guest Lucas Holt! We discuss and answer questions regarding various beliefs and aspects of the Catholic faith, the process of becoming a Saint, why …

This week learn all about Tarrare, the hungriest man in history. Tarrare's voracious appetite led him to eat things most would think unimaginable. Also learn the ins and outs of Finland's favorite sp…

On this week's episode learn all about the interesting life of King Louis IX (also known as Saint Louis) and how he became the name sake for one of the United State's most famous cities! Also this we…

On this week's episode learn all about the life of eccentric business man Timothy Dexter. Was he a shrewd master of business or did he just have dumb luck? Either way, his personal life alone will le…

On this week's episode learn all about Charles VI of France and his psychiatric disorder where he believed he was made of glass! Also learn about the odd happenings of one of the strangest cases of d…