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History Defeats ItselfThe War on Christmas, Krampus, and the Underwear BomberIt's the HDI 2024 Holiday Extravaganza! Kevin discusses the outrage some have over people saying Happy Holidays instead of Merry Christmas. Greg educates us on the history of Krampus. And John talks about the Underwear Bomber. Spike your eggnog, get cozy, and celebrate the season with your three favorite knuckleheads. 2024-12-131h 07
History Defeats ItselfThe War on Christmas, Krampus, and the Underwear BomberIt's the HDI 2024 Holiday Extravaganza! Kevin discusses the outrage some have over people saying Happy Holidays instead of Merry Christmas. Greg educates us on the history of Krampus. And John talks about the Underwear Bomber. Spike your eggnog, get cozy, and celebrate the season with your three favorite knuckleheads. 2024-12-131h 07History Defeats ItselfRobert Hanssen, Movie Remakes, and Minimum WageIn this episode of HDI, Greg discusses the FBI man turned Russian spy, Robert Hanssen, Kevin wonders why Hollywood continues to remake movies despite their lack of success, and John discusses minimum wage, and how it's not a livable wage in the slightest sense. 2024-10-291h 04History Defeats ItselfRobert Hanssen, Movie Remakes, and Minimum WageIn this episode of HDI, Greg discusses the FBI man turned Russian spy, Robert Hanssen, Kevin wonders why Hollywood continues to remake movies despite their lack of success, and John discusses minimum wage, and how it's not a livable wage in the slightest sense. 2024-10-291h 04History Defeats ItselfGo $@%! Yourself, Good Habits, and a Terrifying BromanceIn this episode, Greg wonders what circumstances warrant telling someone to go F themselves. John discusses how good habits can be developed, how to break bad ones, and why Kevin should make his bed every day. And Kevin expresses his concerns about the budding bromance between Elon Musk and Donald Trump.2024-08-221h 46History Defeats ItselfGo $@%! Yourself, Good Habits, and a Terrifying BromanceIn this episode, Greg wonders what circumstances warrant telling someone to go F themselves. John discusses how good habits can be developed, how to break bad ones, and why Kevin should make his bed every day. And Kevin expresses his concerns about the budding bromance between Elon Musk and Donald Trump.2024-08-221h 46History Defeats ItselfLouisiana's Commandment, The Pros and Cons of Splitting the Atom, and Procrastination | Comedy PodcastThe boys are back! In this episode, Kevin talks about Louisiana forcing public schools to display the ten commandments in every classroom, as well as Oklahoma forcing public schools to teach the Bible as part of its curriculum. John talks about the pros and cons of splitting the atom - nuclear war is bad but medical advances are good. And Greg, who clearly didn't put any effort in, talks about procrastination.2024-07-161h 30History Defeats ItselfLouisiana's Commandment, The Pros and Cons of Splitting the Atom, and Procrastination | Comedy PodcastThe boys are back! In this episode, Kevin talks about Louisiana forcing public schools to display the ten commandments in every classroom, as well as Oklahoma forcing public schools to teach the Bible as part of its curriculum. John talks about the pros and cons of splitting the atom - nuclear war is bad but medical advances are good. And Greg, who clearly didn't put any effort in, talks about procrastination.2024-07-161h 30History Defeats ItselfThe Snobbery of Being a Music Snob | History Defeats Itself Comedy PodcastHave you or someone you know been affected by music snobbery? Have you fallen victim to ridicule from elitists who think their supposed deeper understanding of music makes you look inferior? You've come to the right place. Because Greg is talking about being a music snob. Kevin is on the same page. John thinks they're just dicks.https://linktr.ee/historydefeatsitself2024-02-281h 10History Defeats ItselfThe Snobbery of Being a Music Snob | History Defeats Itself Comedy PodcastHave you or someone you know been affected by music snobbery? Have you fallen victim to ridicule from elitists who think their supposed deeper understanding of music makes you look inferior? You've come to the right place. Because Greg is talking about being a music snob. Kevin is on the same page. John thinks they're just dicks.https://linktr.ee/historydefeatsitself2024-02-281h 10History Defeats ItselfElf on the Shelf | A Comedy PodcastOn a very special episode of History Defeats Itself, John and Kevin record in the same room. And it is very special. Also, we discuss the Elf on the Shelf. Adorable Christmas tradition? Or Big Brother-esque spy tool designed to prepare kids for a lifetime of surveillance. You decide.https://linktr.ee/historydefeatsitself2023-11-2953 minHistory Defeats ItselfElf on the Shelf | A Comedy PodcastOn a very special episode of History Defeats Itself, John and Kevin record in the same room. And it is very special. Also, we discuss the Elf on the Shelf. Adorable Christmas tradition? Or Big Brother-esque spy tool designed to prepare kids for a lifetime of surveillance. You decide.https://linktr.ee/historydefeatsitself2023-11-2953 minHistory Defeats ItselfMonsters | A Comedy PodcastIn honor of Halloween (or All Hallow's Eve for those of you from the old country), Kevin leads the crew in a vibrant discussion about Monsters. Don't worry, John only gets scared a few times.https://linktr.ee/historydefeatsitself2023-10-181h 02
History Defeats ItselfMonsters | A Comedy PodcastIn honor of Halloween (or All Hallow's Eve for those of you from the old country), Kevin leads the crew in a vibrant discussion about Monsters. Don't worry, John only gets scared a few times.https://linktr.ee/historydefeatsitself2023-10-181h 02History Defeats ItselfFree Will | A Comedy PodcastAfter being needlessly ridiculed by John and Greg simply for having an opinion too advanced for them to understand, Kevin decided to lead his own philosophical episode, this time discussing free will. Do we have as much control over our lives as we'd like to think we do? We'll answer that question definitively, with no room for ambiguity or debate, once and for all. https://bio.site/historydefeatsitself 2023-09-061h 09History Defeats ItselfFree Will | A Comedy PodcastAfter being needlessly ridiculed by John and Greg simply for having an opinion too advanced for them to understand, Kevin decided to lead his own philosophical episode, this time discussing free will. Do we have as much control over our lives as we'd like to think we do? We'll answer that question definitively, with no room for ambiguity or debate, once and for all. https://bio.site/historydefeatsitself 2023-09-061h 09History Defeats ItselfThe Dancing Plague | A Comedy PodcastImagine walking down the street, turning the corner, and you're suddenly looking at hundreds of people dancing like crazy for no apparent reason whatsoever. That's what happened in 1518. Learn along with John and Greg as Kevin gives the deets on the Dancing Plague. Also, John records from the road, and Greg's newborn granddaughter makes an appearance. She's already better at this than us. https://bio.site/historydefeatsitself 2023-07-2641 minHistory Defeats ItselfThe Dancing Plague | A Comedy PodcastImagine walking down the street, turning the corner, and you're suddenly looking at hundreds of people dancing like crazy for no apparent reason whatsoever. That's what happened in 1518. Learn along with John and Greg as Kevin gives the deets on the Dancing Plague. Also, John records from the road, and Greg's newborn granddaughter makes an appearance. She's already better at this than us. https://bio.site/historydefeatsitself 2023-07-2641 minHistory Defeats ItselfThe Art of the Duel | A Comedy PodcastBrad Pitt once asked Edward Norton, "How much can you know about yourself if you've never been in a duel?" Or something like that. In this episode, John talks to Greg about dueling. It's the first episode where one of us wasn't able to be there, as Kevin was fighting off some sort of plague.2023-06-2847 minHistory Defeats ItselfThe Art of the Duel | A Comedy PodcastBrad Pitt once asked Edward Norton, "How much can you know about yourself if you've never been in a duel?" Or something like that. In this episode, John talks to Greg about dueling. It's the first episode where one of us wasn't able to be there, as Kevin was fighting off some sort of plague.2023-06-2847 minHistory Defeats ItselfThe Bizarre Dictatorship of Saparmurat Niyazov | History Defeats ItselfIn this episode, Kevin, John, and Greg take you on a wild ride through the absurd world of Saparmurat Niyazov, Turkmenistan's most eccentric dictator. Prepare to be amazed as John leads us through the quirkiest moments of Niyazov's rule, from renaming months after his family members to making Melon Day a priority. Find out how this outlandish leader exemplifies the folly of history and what we can learn from his peculiar reign. Laugh, learn, and shake your head in disbelief with your favorite comedy trio as we dissect Niyazov's legacy and its place in the annals of hi...2023-04-0555 minHistory Defeats ItselfThe Bizarre Dictatorship of Saparmurat Niyazov | History Defeats ItselfIn this episode, Kevin, John, and Greg take you on a wild ride through the absurd world of Saparmurat Niyazov, Turkmenistan's most eccentric dictator. Prepare to be amazed as John leads us through the quirkiest moments of Niyazov's rule, from renaming months after his family members to making Melon Day a priority. Find out how this outlandish leader exemplifies the folly of history and what we can learn from his peculiar reign. Laugh, learn, and shake your head in disbelief with your favorite comedy trio as we dissect Niyazov's legacy and its place in the annals of hi...2023-04-0555 minHistory Defeats ItselfWhat's in a Nut?For part two on our series about cheating, John discusses the idea of cheating death. Many want to, some have tried, all have failed. Could that change? Kevin discusses how he feels it would suck to live forever, and Greg is tired.2023-02-221h 03History Defeats ItselfWhat's in a Nut?For part two on our series about cheating, John discusses the idea of cheating death. Many want to, some have tried, all have failed. Could that change? Kevin discusses how he feels it would suck to live forever, and Greg is tired.2023-02-221h 03History Defeats ItselfI Like to Call Him Uncle HansHow far would you go in order to win. Would you cheat? Would you cheat using sex toys? For the next three episodes we're doing a theme: cheating. For the first episode Kevin enlightens his co-hosts on the story of Hans Niemann, the 19 year old American chess player who some believe is not on the up and up, but IS playing with something up something. Join us to learn more about chess than you did binging The Queens Gambit2023-02-0851 minHistory Defeats ItselfI Like to Call Him Uncle HansHow far would you go in order to win. Would you cheat? Would you cheat using sex toys? For the next three episodes we're doing a theme: cheating. For the first episode Kevin enlightens his co-hosts on the story of Hans Niemann, the 19 year old American chess player who some believe is not on the up and up, but IS playing with something up something. Join us to learn more about chess than you did binging The Queens Gambit2023-02-0851 minHistory Defeats ItselfA Blood Popsicle on a Hot Summer NightIn honor of Halloween, Kevin conjures up a spooky tale of vampires and a town gone mad. Also, Greg drinks a White Claw. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-10-1943 minHistory Defeats ItselfA Blood Popsicle on a Hot Summer Night
In honor of Halloween, Kevin conjures up a spooky tale of vampires and a town gone mad. Also, Greg drinks a White Claw. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-10-1943 minHistory Defeats ItselfNukey WhoopsiesHDI is back! On an early fall day in Arkansas, 1980 the sky was blue, the birds were chirping, school was just back in session, and a three megaton nuclear bomb nearly decimated a chunk of the state. How could this happen? We'll talk about that and Kevin's high level safe word on our latest episode.Sources:https://interestingengineering.com/innovation/1980-titan-ii-disaster-fallen-socket-wrench-triggers-explosion-of-armed-nuclear-missilehttps://ualrexhibits.org/zerohour/titan-ii/____________________Dig our show? Subscribe to HDI at Podcast Guru, Google, Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. 2022-09-0742 minHistory Defeats ItselfNukey Whoopsies
HDI is back! On an early fall day in Arkansas, 1980 the sky was blue, the birds were chirping, school was just back in session, and a three megaton nuclear bomb nearly decimated a chunk of the state. How could this happen? We'll talk about that and Kevin's high level safe word on our latest episode.Sources:https://interestingengineering.com/innovation/1980-titan-ii-disaster-fallen-socket-wrench-triggers-explosion-of-armed-nuclear-missilehttps://ualrexhibits.org/zerohour/titan-ii/____________________Dig our show? Subscribe to HDI at Podcast Guru, Google, Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. 2022-09-0742 min
History Defeats ItselfLoose Joints of Grass
All of us have some experience coaching and/or being coached. Sometimes your coach was a mentor...a teacher...a friend...someone to confide in. And other times your coach was just a giant piece of shit. On this episode Greg talks about coaching and what it means to him to mold the young people of America. And John and Kevin wonder how he passed the background check. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-06-221h 06
History Defeats ItselfLoose Joints of GrassAll of us have some experience coaching and/or being coached. Sometimes your coach was a mentor...a teacher...a friend...someone to confide in. And other times your coach was just a giant piece of shit. On this episode Greg talks about coaching and what it means to him to mold the young people of America. And John and Kevin wonder how he passed the background check. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-06-221h 06
History Defeats ItselfYou're the Poster Child for the Far Right
The idea of American isolationism has a long and complicated past. From George Washington to Trump and his minions people have clamored for an America first approach to diplomacy throughout our history. On the latest episode John leads the charge in a discussion about our role as a world leader. Plus, Kevin has a suggestion for John and Greg on how to fix their combative relationship. (Hint: it's sex.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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History Defeats ItselfYou're the Poster Child for the Far RightThe idea of American isolationism has a long and complicated past. From George Washington to Trump and his minions people have clamored for an America first approach to diplomacy throughout our history. On the latest episode John leads the charge in a discussion about our role as a world leader. Plus, Kevin has a suggestion for John and Greg on how to fix their combative relationship. (Hint: it's sex.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-06-081h 33
History Defeats ItselfLagerithms
Back in June of 2020, when we were all hiding in our homes and spraying Lysol on our groceries, Kevin led an HDI episode about whether or not the divide in America was so deep that it couldn't be fixed. He asked the question, should America break up? We decided we should stay together for the kids but the divide is greater than ever. Should we now think about a split? Join us for our latest episode as we discuss in our first ever HDI Revisited. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-05-111h 07
History Defeats ItselfLagerithmsBack in June of 2020, when we were all hiding in our homes and spraying Lysol on our groceries, Kevin led an HDI episode about whether or not the divide in America was so deep that it couldn't be fixed. He asked the question, should America break up? We decided we should stay together for the kids but the divide is greater than ever. Should we now think about a split? Join us for our latest episode as we discuss in our first ever HDI Revisited. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-05-111h 07
History Defeats ItselfGolden Meadows Retirement
Kevin needs to have a convo with his friends and co-hosts about something that is concerning him: the amount of crazy assholes in Congress. On this episode we discuss Marjorie Taylor Greene, Lauren Boebert, and the whacky conspiracy theorists infecting our government. Are we doomed? Probably. But it's a hilarious kind of doom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-04-131h 18
History Defeats ItselfGolden Meadows RetirementKevin needs to have a convo with his friends and co-hosts about something that is concerning him: the amount of crazy assholes in Congress. On this episode we discuss Marjorie Taylor Greene, Lauren Boebert, and the whacky conspiracy theorists infecting our government. Are we doomed? Probably. But it's a hilarious kind of doom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-04-131h 18
History Defeats ItselfYou're the Darkest White Guy On This Show
Here at History Defeats Itself we like to put our guests to work. Why should they have it easy?! Rahaleh Nassri of the incredible podcast Violent Femme was kind enough to slum it with Kevin, John, and Greg for an episode and she leads us in a discussion about gender parity. Download the new episode today and laugh along as Rahaleh tells the boys to get their little asses into the kitchen and get her a sandwich. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-03-161h 27
History Defeats ItselfYou're the Darkest White Guy On This ShowHere at History Defeats Itself we like to put our guests to work. Why should they have it easy?! Rahaleh Nassri of the incredible podcast Violent Femme was kind enough to slum it with Kevin, John, and Greg for an episode and she leads us in a discussion about gender parity. Download the new episode today and laugh along as Rahaleh tells the boys to get their little asses into the kitchen and get her a sandwich. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-03-161h 27
History Defeats ItselfPeak Deliciousness
On episode two of our Sprit Animal Series Kevin has an inner conflict about his actual spirit animal and ultimately leads the crew in a discussion about sport hunting, also known and trophy hunting. Do we solve this existential crisis? Let's put it this way: after listening to this episode the NRA and PETA are going to be the bestest of buddies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-02-161h 19
History Defeats ItselfPeak DeliciousnessOn episode two of our Sprit Animal Series Kevin has an inner conflict about his actual spirit animal and ultimately leads the crew in a discussion about sport hunting, also known and trophy hunting. Do we solve this existential crisis? Let's put it this way: after listening to this episode the NRA and PETA are going to be the bestest of buddies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-02-161h 19
History Defeats ItselfA Heightened State of Shower Alert
There are people out there who believe wholeheartedly that the Wim Hof Method has immense health benefits. Many swear by cold showers and ice baths. Did Kevin find his inner fire after six weeks of g-tummo breathing, cold therapy, and meditation? Did he find positives in taking freezing cold showers on freezing cold mornings? Will his story convince John and Greg to give it a try? Check out part two of Kevin's Wim Hof adventure and find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-12-221h 09
History Defeats ItselfA Heightened State of Shower AlertThere are people out there who believe wholeheartedly that the Wim Hof Method has immense health benefits. Many swear by cold showers and ice baths. Did Kevin find his inner fire after six weeks of g-tummo breathing, cold therapy, and meditation? Did he find positives in taking freezing cold showers on freezing cold mornings? Will his story convince John and Greg to give it a try? Check out part two of Kevin's Wim Hof adventure and find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-12-221h 09
History Defeats ItselfOne Degree of a Sex Doll
One of the biggest things we've learned through two years of isolation and semi-isolation is that feeling connected to people is very important to our well being. On this episode John discusses human connection with his bestest buds, Kevin and Greg. Because if any three people have a strong connection, it's us. Unless one of us loses internet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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History Defeats ItselfOne Degree of a Sex DollOne of the biggest things we've learned through two years of isolation and semi-isolation is that feeling connected to people is very important to our well being. On this episode John discusses human connection with his bestest buds, Kevin and Greg. Because if any three people have a strong connection, it's us. Unless one of us loses internet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-11-241h 31
History Defeats ItselfThe K-Ro Hof Method Part 1What if we told you the keys to healthy living are breathing exercises that mimic hyperventilating and taking cold showers? You might decide that healthy living isn't for you. On this episode Kevin introduces his co-hosts to Dutch extreme athlete and motivational speaker Wim Hof and breaks down his Wim Hof Method that focuses on deep breathing, meditation, and cold exposure to help find your inner power. Is this guy crazy or is he on to something? To find out, Kevin is committing himself to following the Wim Hof Method for the next six weeks after which he will...2021-11-101h 11
History Defeats ItselfThe K-Ro Hof Method Part 1
What if we told you the keys to healthy living are breathing exercises that mimic hyperventilating and taking cold showers? You might decide that healthy living isn't for you. On this episode Kevin introduces his co-hosts to Dutch extreme athlete and motivational speaker Wim Hof and breaks down his Wim Hof Method that focuses on deep breathing, meditation, and cold exposure to help find your inner power. Is this guy crazy or is he on to something? To find out, Kevin is committing himself to following the Wim Hof Method for the next six weeks after which he will...2021-11-101h 11
History Defeats ItselfThis Is Why I Grow BangsIf you've listened to our show the one thing you undoubtedly don't want from the three of us is advice. After all, in our last episode about the stock market Kevin suggested people should invest in Netscape. But Greg decided to give the advice game a go anyway. On this episode we discuss the 7 year itch. Why do people get a wandering eye and how can couples prevent it? Greg has all the answers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-08-041h 06
History Defeats ItselfThis Is Why I Grow Bangs
If you've listened to our show the one thing you undoubtedly don't want from the three of us is advice. After all, in our last episode about the stock market Kevin suggested people should invest in Netscape. But Greg decided to give the advice game a go anyway. On this episode we discuss the 7 year itch. Why do people get a wandering eye and how can couples prevent it? Greg has all the answers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-08-041h 06
History Defeats ItselfTulip ManiaDo you have a lot of really basic questions about the stock market but don't want to ask anyone for fear that you'll sound stupid? You've come to the right place because we don't have any issues sounding like idiots. On this episode John attempts to teach Kevin and Greg how the stock market works. You know...with all the bonds, dividends, moneystuff, and what not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-07-211h 21
History Defeats ItselfTulip Mania
Do you have a lot of really basic questions about the stock market but don't want to ask anyone for fear that you'll sound stupid? You've come to the right place because we don't have any issues sounding like idiots. On this episode John attempts to teach Kevin and Greg how the stock market works. You know...with all the bonds, dividends, moneystuff, and what not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-07-211h 21
History Defeats ItselfGregaVieEssential oils are everywhere now. If you have an ailment, there's an oil for it. But are they real or are they simply useless products that are part of pyramid schemes? On this episode Kevin guides his cohorts in a discussion about essential oils and aromatherapy. And, as a bonus, you'll get a multi level marketing lesson from John and Greg. You're going to want to get in on the ground floor, we promise you that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-07-071h 06
History Defeats ItselfGregaVie
Essential oils are everywhere now. If you have an ailment, there's an oil for it. But are they real or are they simply useless products that are part of pyramid schemes? On this episode Kevin guides his cohorts in a discussion about essential oils and aromatherapy. And, as a bonus, you'll get a multi level marketing lesson from John and Greg. You're going to want to get in on the ground floor, we promise you that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-07-071h 06
History Defeats ItselfFirst, Get a Crescent WrenchStress can be really hard on us. Whether you're having trouble at work, dealing with problems at home, or having to do a podcast with two people who berate you on a regular basis our problems in life can cause physical, mental and emotional anguish. On this episode Greg talks about the history of a stress diagnosis and how best to cope. Apparently heavy drinking and large amounts of weed are not good ways to handle stress. Which was very disappointing to Kevin and John. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-06-231h 21
History Defeats ItselfFirst, Get a Crescent Wrench
Stress can be really hard on us. Whether you're having trouble at work, dealing with problems at home, or having to do a podcast with two people who berate you on a regular basis our problems in life can cause physical, mental and emotional anguish. On this episode Greg talks about the history of a stress diagnosis and how best to cope. Apparently heavy drinking and large amounts of weed are not good ways to handle stress. Which was very disappointing to Kevin and John. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-06-231h 21
History Defeats ItselfSteve's College of Cardiology and BarberyMost people learn a lot in college. Like how we didn't give up when the Germans bombed Pearl Harbor. But aside from learning, college also provides many of our young people with something else: massive student loan debt. On this episode of HDI Kevin guides his cohorts along the perilous road of rising college costs and the debt kids amass trying to get an education. Plus, Greg reveals his thoughts on what a toga part means in his adult years. Hint: it's not something you'd want to attend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...2021-05-121h 20
History Defeats ItselfSteve's College of Cardiology and Barbery
Most people learn a lot in college. Like how we didn't give up when the Germans bombed Pearl Harbor. But aside from learning, college also provides many of our young people with something else: massive student loan debt. On this episode of HDI Kevin guides his cohorts along the perilous road of rising college costs and the debt kids amass trying to get an education. Plus, Greg reveals his thoughts on what a toga part means in his adult years. Hint: it's not something you'd want to attend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...2021-05-121h 20
History Defeats ItselfDonuts for SteveFeeling guilty about not giving enough to charity? Well, join along so John can make you feel worse! On this episode we discuss philanthropy and charity. We discuss the most giving people throughout history, how the system works and doesn't, and what needs to happen to ensure an equitable society. Plus, laugh along as Kevin tells the story of his snowboarding accident and hospital stay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-04-141h 23
History Defeats ItselfDonuts for Steve
Feeling guilty about not giving enough to charity? Well, join along so John can make you feel worse! On this episode we discuss philanthropy and charity. We discuss the most giving people throughout history, how the system works and doesn't, and what needs to happen to ensure an equitable society. Plus, laugh along as Kevin tells the story of his snowboarding accident and hospital stay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-04-141h 23
History Defeats ItselfLo Siento Soy KevinOn our first episode back from our short time on the IR Greg leads the charge in an enlightening, if not frustrating look at the English language. Why do we use the same words for different meanings? Why are there silent letters? Why can't John figure out how to use commas? Join along as we break it all down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-04-071h 13
History Defeats ItselfLo Siento Soy Kevin
On our first episode back from our short time on the IR Greg leads the charge in an enlightening, if not frustrating look at the English language. Why do we use the same words for different meanings? Why are there silent letters? Why can't John figure out how to use commas? Join along as we break it all down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-04-071h 13
History Defeats ItselfNo HDI Episode This Week or: Kevin Fell Down and Went BoomKevin's old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-03-3100 min
History Defeats ItselfNo HDI Episode This Week or: Kevin Fell Down and Went Boom
Kevin's old. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-03-3100 min
History Defeats ItselfGood Butt and Hot StickAs marijuana becomes legal in more states and countries the debate about the legalization of all drugs continues to rage. So John set out to research and discuss one of his favorite things: weed! Join us as we talk about the history of cannabis, how it became illegal, and why Kevin is still hesitant to smoke out of a bong after an incident in high school. Spark up a J, order some Taco Bell, and enjoy along with us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-03-171h 25
History Defeats ItselfGood Butt and Hot Stick
As marijuana becomes legal in more states and countries the debate about the legalization of all drugs continues to rage. So John set out to research and discuss one of his favorite things: weed! Join us as we talk about the history of cannabis, how it became illegal, and why Kevin is still hesitant to smoke out of a bong after an incident in high school. Spark up a J, order some Taco Bell, and enjoy along with us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-03-171h 25
History Defeats ItselfRoad Jazz
Let's be honest, most people are terrible drivers. Not us though. We're great drivers. Everyone else is the problem. But few things can get people more blind with rage than when someone wrongs them on the road. On this episode Kevin takes the crew for a ride as they discuss road rage. Get those middle fingers ready...because John isn't using his blinker.Instagram: historydefeatsitselfTwitter: @defeatsitselfFacebook Group: History Defeats Itself InteractiveEmail: historydefeatsitself@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...2021-02-101h 19
History Defeats ItselfRoad JazzLet's be honest, most people are terrible drivers. Not us though. We're great drivers. Everyone else is the problem. But few things can get people more blind with rage than when someone wrongs them on the road. On this episode Kevin takes the crew for a ride as they discuss road rage. Get those middle fingers ready...because John isn't using his blinker.Instagram: historydefeatsitselfTwitter: @defeatsitselfFacebook Group: History Defeats Itself InteractiveEmail: historydefeatsitself@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-02-101h 19
History Defeats ItselfJeff. Goldblum.
Is local news dying? The short answer is yes. The long answer is also yes. But there is still time to save it. On this episode of HDI Kevin rings in 2021 with a topic that threatens our democracy as we know it. Also John gets pretty drunk. Not intentionally...he's just a lightweight. Happy New Year, Mistorians! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-01-061h 21
History Defeats ItselfJeff. Goldblum.Is local news dying? The short answer is yes. The long answer is also yes. But there is still time to save it. On this episode of HDI Kevin rings in 2021 with a topic that threatens our democracy as we know it. Also John gets pretty drunk. Not intentionally...he's just a lightweight. Happy New Year, Mistorians! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-01-061h 21
History Defeats ItselfLike a Twister I Was Born to Walk Alone
For the final episode in our series of episodes about things that make us uncomfortable Kevin reveals that he is not the biggest fan of heights. The crew discusses thrill seeking and adrenaline junkies in our most action packed episode yet! We recommend listening to this episode while free climbing or hang gliding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-12-2456 min
History Defeats ItselfLike a Twister I Was Born to Walk AloneFor the final episode in our series of episodes about things that make us uncomfortable Kevin reveals that he is not the biggest fan of heights. The crew discusses thrill seeking and adrenaline junkies in our most action packed episode yet! We recommend listening to this episode while free climbing or hang gliding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-12-2456 min
History Defeats ItselfI Don't Like Doing Peyote In Crowds
Before Kevin's baby came into the world to dominate his life the crew recorded a quick series of episodes to publish while Kevin is out of commission. The theme: things that make us uncomfortable. On the first of the series Greg leads us in a conversation about enochlophobia. We know what you're thinking...what the hell does that mean? It means he has a fear of crowds. Another thing we know you're thinking: that guy is afraid of everything. You are correct. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-11-2658 min
History Defeats ItselfI Don't Like Doing Peyote In CrowdsBefore Kevin's baby came into the world to dominate his life the crew recorded a quick series of episodes to publish while Kevin is out of commission. The theme: things that make us uncomfortable. On the first of the series Greg leads us in a conversation about enochlophobia. We know what you're thinking...what the hell does that mean? It means he has a fear of crowds. Another thing we know you're thinking: that guy is afraid of everything. You are correct. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-11-2658 min
History Defeats ItselfI Have Sat On My Balls
Getting older certainly has its negatives. But it doesn't have to be all bad. Look at Greg...he has a solid zest for life and he's like 100. (As you can see Greg doesn't write these.) On the next episode of HDI it's Kevin's turn to lead the crew and we have lots of fun talking about aging. And we promise to have you home by 7. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-10-151h 26
History Defeats ItselfI Have Sat On My BallsGetting older certainly has its negatives. But it doesn't have to be all bad. Look at Greg...he has a solid zest for life and he's like 100. (As you can see Greg doesn't write these.) On the next episode of HDI it's Kevin's turn to lead the crew and we have lots of fun talking about aging. And we promise to have you home by 7. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-10-151h 26
History Defeats ItselfIf You Touch My Stuff I'll Kill YaWhy do we believe in superstitions? We know they're ridiculous. Logically we know that knocking on wood doesn't bring us luck. We know that walking under a ladder isn't going to lead to tragedy. (Well, unless the ladder falls on you while you're under it.) And deep down Greg knows that the order he puts his hockey gear on won't make him any better at the sport. But many of us succumb to these beliefs. On this episode Kevin leads the crew and we're talking superstitions. And we apologize for the appearance of Robot John in place of actual...2020-09-031h 14
History Defeats ItselfIf You Touch My Stuff I'll Kill Ya
Why do we believe in superstitions? We know they're ridiculous. Logically we know that knocking on wood doesn't bring us luck. We know that walking under a ladder isn't going to lead to tragedy. (Well, unless the ladder falls on you while you're under it.) And deep down Greg knows that the order he puts his hockey gear on won't make him any better at the sport. But many of us succumb to these beliefs. On this episode Kevin leads the crew and we're talking superstitions. And we apologize for the appearance of Robot John in place of actual...2020-09-031h 14
History Defeats ItselfSkull AwningsWhen you have great hair...you flaunt it. No matter what age you are. On this episode of HDI the crew discusses hair. And Greg and John attack Kevin's sense of style. Which, if you've met them, is extremely ironic. Plus, we pose the question: if Hitler had worn the Tom Selleck...would Tom Selleck wear the Hitler since the Tom Selleck would be forever frowned upon? Think about it. This episode is brought to you by Manscaped. Go to Manscaped.com and use promo code HDI to get 20% off plus free shipping! Learn more...2020-08-201h 15
History Defeats ItselfSkull Awnings
When you have great hair...you flaunt it. No matter what age you are. On this episode of HDI the crew discusses hair. And Greg and John attack Kevin's sense of style. Which, if you've met them, is extremely ironic. Plus, we pose the question: if Hitler had worn the Tom Selleck...would Tom Selleck wear the Hitler since the Tom Selleck would be forever frowned upon? Think about it. This episode is brought to you by Manscaped. Go to Manscaped.com and use promo code HDI to get 20% off plus free shipping! Learn more...2020-08-201h 15
History Defeats ItselfWe Will Have to Abandon Capitalism As We Know ItScience denial is everywhere in our society from those who think COVID is a hoax to climate change deniers to people who don't believe hair helmets regrow hair (ahem..Kevin). On this episode the crew talks about how so many people are opting to mistrust scientists with huge brains and years of schooling, research, and training and instead put their faith in a President who looks like the fourth member of the Lollipop Guild. I mean...why not? Side note: John had some marijuana-induced technical issues with his sound file. So please forgive the slight dip in production quality.2020-07-231h 22
History Defeats ItselfWe Will Have to Abandon Capitalism As We Know It
Science denial is everywhere in our society from those who think COVID is a hoax to climate change deniers to people who don't believe hair helmets regrow hair (ahem..Kevin). On this episode the crew talks about how so many people are opting to mistrust scientists with huge brains and years of schooling, research, and training and instead put their faith in a President who looks like the fourth member of the Lollipop Guild. I mean...why not? Side note: John had some marijuana-induced technical issues with his sound file. So please forgive the slight dip in production quality.2020-07-231h 22
History Defeats ItselfYou Wanna Be Part of a Drunken Posse?War! Huh! Good God, y'all! What is it good for? Absolutely...lots if you're a power hungry, land grabbin' politician. On this episode John leads the crew in a discussion about American Wars. We talk history, you'll see if Kevin finally wins the Price is Right dining set, and we chat about Patrick Swayze. Because...Road House! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-07-091h 27
History Defeats ItselfYou Wanna Be Part of a Drunken Posse?
War! Huh! Good God, y'all! What is it good for? Absolutely...lots if you're a power hungry, land grabbin' politician. On this episode John leads the crew in a discussion about American Wars. We talk history, you'll see if Kevin finally wins the Price is Right dining set, and we chat about Patrick Swayze. Because...Road House! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-07-091h 27
History Defeats ItselfIt Goes Into Your Dilly DangleBirth control has been around for a lot longer than you might think. Humans have been trying to figure out how to enjoy sex without the worry of having a baby for thousands of years. On this episode of HDI Greg leads the way and educates us on the baby blocking methods that could have prevented any one of us from being here. Greg may have wished that Kevin and John's parents had used something 40-something years ago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-06-251h 20
History Defeats ItselfIt Goes Into Your Dilly Dangle
Birth control has been around for a lot longer than you might think. Humans have been trying to figure out how to enjoy sex without the worry of having a baby for thousands of years. On this episode of HDI Greg leads the way and educates us on the baby blocking methods that could have prevented any one of us from being here. Greg may have wished that Kevin and John's parents had used something 40-something years ago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-06-251h 20
History Defeats ItselfI Need You to Sign This Waiver
The Mormon faith is complicated and nuanced. And what better way to learn about it then from three liberal heathens? On this episode of HDI Greg teaches us about Mormonism. Can they really not drink alcohol? Spoiler alert: no, they can't. Clearly this is not the religion for us since Kevin drank a bottle of wine during the recording. Put on your favorite pair of magical underwear, crack a beer, and come be saved with us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-05-141h 24
History Defeats ItselfTalking to Kevin May Cause Swelling
Ah, Spring. The snow is melting...birds are chirping...grass is growing...and the person sitting next to you on the bus has wads of Kleenex shoved up each nostril. Anyone who suffers from seasonal allergies knows that pain. On this episode of HDI we're talking about allergies, something Kevin knows all to well. We talk about hay fever, food allergies, and how John saved Greg's life once by administering Benadryl. (Spoiler alert: it wasn't orally.) Join us for our most congested episode yet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-04-301h 24
History Defeats ItselfTalking to Kevin May Cause SwellingAh, Spring. The snow is melting...birds are chirping...grass is growing...and the person sitting next to you on the bus has wads of Kleenex shoved up each nostril. Anyone who suffers from seasonal allergies knows that pain. On this episode of HDI we're talking about allergies, something Kevin knows all to well. We talk about hay fever, food allergies, and how John saved Greg's life once by administering Benadryl. (Spoiler alert: it wasn't orally.) Join us for our most congested episode yet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-04-301h 24
History Defeats ItselfHermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, A Magical Organization
Humans have been interested in the end of the world for thousands of years. Whether it's a religious belief, a psychic premonition, or a science based prediction, many believe life on earth has an expiration date. On this episode of HDI John leads the crew in a rousing discussion about how it will all end. John thinks it's soon, Kevin thinks it's further out, and Greg doesn't care either way as long as he's the first to go. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-04-231h 15
History Defeats ItselfA Sleeveless Puffer
An HDI Special Presentation: We're all trying to make the best out of having to stay home. Here at HDI we decided to do a virus-free, off schedule episode on what we all want to be doing right now...playing outside. Kevin leads the crew as we chat about how Americans aren't doing as much in the great outdoors as we used to. We'll chat about the benefits of spending time outside, the harms of a primarily indoor lifestyle, and also...has anyone else not actually seen the movie Grease or is Kevin alone on this one? Look for...2020-03-231h 20
History Defeats ItselfA Sleeveless PufferAn HDI Special Presentation: We're all trying to make the best out of having to stay home. Here at HDI we decided to do a virus-free, off schedule episode on what we all want to be doing right now...playing outside. Kevin leads the crew as we chat about how Americans aren't doing as much in the great outdoors as we used to. We'll chat about the benefits of spending time outside, the harms of a primarily indoor lifestyle, and also...has anyone else not actually seen the movie Grease or is Kevin alone on this one? Look for...2020-03-231h 20
History Defeats ItselfGet Away From My Motorcar
Ah, the American Dream: our right to be born in the slums, work hard, and eventually become CEOs of multi-billion dollar companies that don't have to pay taxes. On the latest episode of HDI Kevin leads the crew in a talk about what drives us to achieve the greatest heights we can. And who actually has a legitimate shot at the American Dream. (Spoiler alert...it's white men.) Journey with us as we chat and light fancy cigars with hundos! Well, probably more like 20s. Actually it's singles. Honestly they're Swisher Sweets that someone left in Greg's car six...2020-03-171h 32
History Defeats ItselfKeep Chris Farley In Christmas
Our strong desire to buy lots of stuff is nothing new. But it is far easier to be an excessive consumer these days. Just look at the metric shit ton of people who shopped online this past Black Friday. On this special holiday edition of HDI Kevin leads a discussion on consumerism. We'll talk about holiday shopping and how Americans can never have enough crap and we'll also discuss the minimalist and zero waste movements. It's the perfect thing to listen to while you're stuck in traffic, filled with holiday rage, and cursing out other motorists while on your...2019-12-241h 36
History Defeats ItselfKeep Chris Farley In ChristmasOur strong desire to buy lots of stuff is nothing new. But it is far easier to be an excessive consumer these days. Just look at the metric shit ton of people who shopped online this past Black Friday. On this special holiday edition of HDI Kevin leads a discussion on consumerism. We'll talk about holiday shopping and how Americans can never have enough crap and we'll also discuss the minimalist and zero waste movements. It's the perfect thing to listen to while you're stuck in traffic, filled with holiday rage, and cursing out other motorists while on your...2019-12-241h 36
History Defeats ItselfIt's Got Hot Cakes!
Fast food is satisfying. It's delicious. It's cheap. It's easy. And it's one of the worst things we can put in our bodies. But we all do it...a lot. Join us for the latest episode of HDI when Kevin leads the crew on a discussion about fast food...in all it's greasy glory. Wanna hear John and Greg get super defensive and attempt to poke holes in air tight information about the quality of fast food? You've come to the right play place! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2019-11-141h 31
History Defeats ItselfIt's Got Hot Cakes!Fast food is satisfying. It's delicious. It's cheap. It's easy. And it's one of the worst things we can put in our bodies. But we all do it...a lot. Join us for the latest episode of HDI when Kevin leads the crew on a discussion about fast food...in all it's greasy glory. Wanna hear John and Greg get super defensive and attempt to poke holes in air tight information about the quality of fast food? You've come to the right play place! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-11-141h 31
History Defeats ItselfGet Outta My Sunset!On this episode the crew discusses the human experience. Are we truly experiencing life or are we only living to post on our social media accounts? Are we more concerned with impressing people with where we've been than actually being in the moment? Is Kevin really a 75 year old man trapped in a 40...er...I mean...26 year old's body? There's only one way to find out. Join us for another episode of History Defeats Itself! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-07-111h 11
History Defeats ItselfGet Outta My Sunset!
On this episode the crew discusses the human experience. Are we truly experiencing life or are we only living to post on our social media accounts? Are we more concerned with impressing people with where we've been than actually being in the moment? Is Kevin really a 75 year old man trapped in a 40...er...I mean...26 year old's body? There's only one way to find out. Join us for another episode of History Defeats Itself! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2019-07-111h 11
History Defeats ItselfSide Effects May Include a Tender Jaw
For their second episode, Kevin, John, and Greg tackle the topic of vaccinations. You'll learn about vaxers, anti-vaxers, and how much more annoying John is when he has whooping cough. The diagnosis is hilarity and the only cure is listening! That's stupid, I should change that. Eh...fuck it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2019-06-131h 12