https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/historically-speaking--5775190enHistoryCopyright Pulse Radiohttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9ea5991e750a00e09e4af557dfa7fd4d.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/historically-speaking--5775190Sun, 07 Dec 2025 19:31:51 +0000Pulse RadioPulse Radiofeeds@spreaker.comTwo Messiah University History majors (AJ Memmelaar and Josh Cook) discuss historical topics they find interesting!cleanepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-history--68860677]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68860677Sun, 07 Dec 2025 19:29:38 +0000Pulse RadioWe get Austin Brass and Jaden Kitner on to talk about why they're studying history and some of their teaching experiences.]]>2176historically,speakingcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chill-lesson-planning-w-austin-brass-henry-zercher--68860678https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68860678Wed, 03 Dec 2025 22:45:48 +0000Pulse RadioWe get Austin Brass & Henry Zercher on the podcast to talk about our time as educators in training at Messiah to go over lesson planning, classes, and more!1683historically,speakingcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/we-re-back--68182676https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68182676Fri, 17 Oct 2025 18:22:03 +0000Pulse RadioAj and Josh return to the studio to resurrect Historically Speaking from the metaphorical grave for Season 5, with big news for the podcast. Tune in to see what you can expect from us (and the rest of the gang) going forward!1026cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stamp-act-with-sunny-and-heidi--62580934https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62580934Mon, 04 Nov 2024 13:00:02 +0000Pulse RadioIn this episode Josh, with the help of fellow RAs Sunny Marquez and Heidi Swartley, break down the Stamp Act and Stamp Act Congress. We also try and extrapolate this conversation into others aspects of US and World History. Part 2 on building the...1700cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fifty-nifty-ep-2--62236574https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62236574Mon, 07 Oct 2024 12:00:02 +0000Pulse RadioIn this episode, we break down the tenth-twentieth states that joined the Union! Follow along as we rank New York through Mississippi! 2692cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fifty-nifty-ep-1--62132481https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62132481Mon, 30 Sep 2024 12:00:03 +0000Pulse RadioIn this new series of rankings, Josh and AJ will be breaking down the "Fifty Nifty United States". Follow along as they go in order chronologically based on when each state joined the Union! (Episode 1: Deleware-Virginia) 2560cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/season-4--62017576https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62017576Wed, 18 Sep 2024 22:00:02 +0000Pulse RadioIn this short introductory episode, Josh and AJ talk about what they wanna talk about this coming semester! 532cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/season-3-finale--59875103https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59875103Mon, 06 May 2024 17:10:11 +0000Pulse RadioThank you for listening along to Season 3 of "Historically Speaking!" We'll be back in August! 1375cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/an-interview-with-kelan-amme--59734893https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59734893Wed, 01 May 2024 12:00:05 +0000Pulse RadioIn this episode, AJ sits down to talk with senior historian Kelan Amme. They talk about Kelan's work as a History Major at Messiah, how he picked this major, and where he hopes to take it as he enters "the real world!" Thank you for joining us Kelan! 1807cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hot-takes--59553036https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59553036Mon, 22 Apr 2024 12:00:00 +0000Pulse RadioIn this episode of Historically Speaking, Josh & AJ discuss some of the "Hot Takes" of history! 1832cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-our-fields--59439699https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59439699Mon, 15 Apr 2024 12:00:05 +0000Pulse RadioIn this episode, Josh & Aj discuss their times in their Sophomore Field Experience this year. 1673cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tomb-of-the-unknown-solider--59181900https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59181900Mon, 01 Apr 2024 12:00:02 +0000Pulse RadioIn this week's episode, AJ & Josh discuss the history of the Tomb of the Unknown Solider at Arlington National Cemetery. 1660cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2024-this-far--59102505https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59102505Mon, 25 Mar 2024 12:00:02 +0000Pulse RadioIn this episode, AJ and Josh discuss some of the top headlines of 2024. Some of these topics are: The Election, TikTok, Princess Kate, Putin, The State of the Union, Texas, and the Gaza Strip. 2499cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/leading-ladies-ep-6--58971749https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58971749Mon, 11 Mar 2024 12:00:02 +0000Pulse RadioIn this final episode of "Leading Ladies", AJ and Josh review all 54 First Ladies and set their rankings "in stone". 2840cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/leading-ladies-ep-5--58891638https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58891638Mon, 04 Mar 2024 13:00:02 +0000Pulse RadioIn this episode of "Leading Ladies", Josh and AJ discuss First Ladies Betty Ford through present First Lady Dr. Jill Biden.4832cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/leading-ladies-ep-4--58784357https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58784357Mon, 26 Feb 2024 13:00:01 +0000Pulse RadioIn the fourth episode of "Leading Ladies", Josh and AJ talk about First Ladies Florence Harding through Pat Nixon!3483cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/leading-ladies-ep-3--58708176https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58708176Mon, 19 Feb 2024 13:00:02 +0000Pulse RadioIn this third episode of "Leading Ladies", Josh and AJ discuss the 24-36 First Lady's beginning with Lucretia Garfield and ending with Edith Wilson.2882cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/leading-ladies-ep-2--58663017https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58663017Mon, 12 Feb 2024 21:00:01 +0000Pulse Radio3150cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/leading-ladies-ep-1--58525874https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58525874Mon, 05 Feb 2024 13:00:01 +0000Pulse RadioIn this new six part series, Josh and AJ talk about the 54 women who served as First Lady of the United States.3139cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-historical-anniversary--58438914https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58438914Mon, 29 Jan 2024 13:00:01 +0000Pulse RadioHistorically Speaking is 1 Year Old! In this first epsiode of Season 3, Josh and AJ quiz one another on their "Historically Speaking" knowledge.1739clean31fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/merry-happy-whatever-w-dan-leslie--57954206
Thank you all for a great semester! We hope you have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! You’ll hear from us again in January, and be sure to follow us on Instagram: @historicallyspeaking_podcast! - AJ & Josh]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57954206Mon, 11 Dec 2023 12:00:03 +0000Pulse RadioIn their Season 2 Finale, Josh & AJ take a look back at this semester. They speak about their highs and lows as well as favorite Christmas traditions and music. The hosts also sat down and spoke with Pulse Media Radio Manager (and friend) Daniel...
Thank you all for a great semester! We hope you have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! You’ll hear from us again in January, and be sure to follow us on Instagram: @historicallyspeaking_podcast! - AJ & Josh]]>2260clean213fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/murders-media-and-hollywood-w-lindsey-heiser--57880498
PSA: In this episode: murder, serial killers, and sexual assault are mentioned. If you are uncomfortable with any or all of these things this episode may not be for you. Thank you.

Thank you for listening, and be sure to follow us on Instagram: @historicallyspeaking_podcast!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57880498Mon, 04 Dec 2023 12:30:02 +0000Pulse RadioJosh & AJ speak with fellow Messiah sophomore about why shows such as Dahmer and Criminal Minds captivate the world. This talk brought us down many different rabbit holes, make sure to look out for Lindsey’s very own podcast coming in the near...
PSA: In this episode: murder, serial killers, and sexual assault are mentioned. If you are uncomfortable with any or all of these things this episode may not be for you. Thank you.

Thank you for listening, and be sure to follow us on Instagram: @historicallyspeaking_podcast!]]>3280clean212fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-messiah-historian-w-keli-ganey--57869127

Thank you for listening, and be sure to follow us on Instagram: @historicallyspeaking_podcast!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57869127Fri, 01 Dec 2023 12:30:02 +0000Pulse RadioIn this interview Josh & AJ speak to Senior History Major Keli Ganey about what history and studying history means to her! We had a great time talking and catching up with Keli. We’re so appreciative of her joining us on this week’s episode!...

Thank you for listening, and be sure to follow us on Instagram: @historicallyspeaking_podcast!]]>2246clean211fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/veterans-day--57599047
Listen along to hear our thoughts! Thank you for listening, and be sure to follow us on Instagram: @historicallyspeaking_podcast!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57599047Mon, 13 Nov 2023 12:30:02 +0000Pulse RadioIn this episode, AJ breaks down some of the history behind Veterans Day. He then goes on to discuss the service of his great-grandfathers and why honoring our Veterans is crucial to the future of our Country. Don’t just thank a Veteran today, or this...
Listen along to hear our thoughts! Thank you for listening, and be sure to follow us on Instagram: @historicallyspeaking_podcast!]]>1451clean210fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-first-female-president--57533616
Edith is remembered for taking care of pieces of the Presidency when Wilson became paralyzed after a stroke.

We discuss the matters she took care of and if we believe Edith Wilson should be considered the first female President.

Listen along to hear our thoughts! Thank you for listening, and be sure to follow us on Instagram: @historicallyspeaking_podcast!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57533616Mon, 06 Nov 2023 16:59:25 +0000Pulse RadioIn this episode, Josh, AJ, and our guest, Lily Womer, speak about the life and legacy of Edith Wilson, President Woodrow Wilson’s wife. Edith is remembered for taking care of pieces of the Presidency when Wilson became paralyzed after a stroke. We...
Edith is remembered for taking care of pieces of the Presidency when Wilson became paralyzed after a stroke.

We discuss the matters she took care of and if we believe Edith Wilson should be considered the first female President.

Listen along to hear our thoughts! Thank you for listening, and be sure to follow us on Instagram: @historicallyspeaking_podcast!]]>2816clean29fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-s-the-method--57440568Josh’s paper spoke about the history of the frisbee and how it transformed into a sport like no other! AJ, on the other hand, spoke about the positive legacy of Richard Nixon beyond his downfall, the Watergate Scandal.

Follow along for more!

Thank you for listening, and be sure to follow us on Instagram: @historicallyspeaking_podcast!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57440568Mon, 30 Oct 2023 12:40:50 +0000Pulse RadioIn this episode of Historically Speaking, Josh and AJ talk about the research papers they wrote last year in their Historical Methods Class with Dr. Bernardo Michael. Josh’s paper spoke about the history of the frisbee and how it transformed into a...Josh’s paper spoke about the history of the frisbee and how it transformed into a sport like no other! AJ, on the other hand, spoke about the positive legacy of Richard Nixon beyond his downfall, the Watergate Scandal.

Follow along for more!

Thank you for listening, and be sure to follow us on Instagram: @historicallyspeaking_podcast!]]>1921clean28fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rushmore-rankings-ep-5--57214443
*Please be advised: This is not a political debate, these episodes are to make you think more about our history and our future. You have every right to agree or disagree with our rankings.

Thank you for listening, and be sure to follow us on Instagram: @historicallyspeaking_podcast!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57214443Mon, 16 Oct 2023 11:30:02 +0000Pulse RadioIn this final episode of Rushmore Rankings, we “set in stone” which Presidents will rank as “Actual Rushmore” all they way through to the Presidents were ranking as “Worst of the Worst”We had a great time doing this series, let us know your thoughts...
*Please be advised: This is not a political debate, these episodes are to make you think more about our history and our future. You have every right to agree or disagree with our rankings.

Thank you for listening, and be sure to follow us on Instagram: @historicallyspeaking_podcast!]]>1978clean27fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rushmore-rankings-ep-4--57093704
*Please be advised: This is not actually President Trump on the podcast.

*This is not a political debate, these episodes are to make you think more about our history and our future. You have every right to agree or disagree with our rankings.

Thank you for listening, and be sure to follow us on Instagram: @historicallyspeaking_podcast!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57093704Mon, 09 Oct 2023 11:30:02 +0000Pulse RadioIn this exciting episode, Josh and AJ breakdown President Johnson through President Biden with a special guest, Former President Donald J. Trump. What an opportunity! Thank you for joining us President Trump! *Please be advised: This is not actually...
*Please be advised: This is not actually President Trump on the podcast.

*This is not a political debate, these episodes are to make you think more about our history and our future. You have every right to agree or disagree with our rankings.

Thank you for listening, and be sure to follow us on Instagram: @historicallyspeaking_podcast!]]>3633clean26fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rushmore-rankings-ep-3--57019638
*Please be advised: This is not a political debate, these episodes are to make you think more about our history and our future. You have every right to agree or disagree with our rankings.

Thank you for listening, and be sure to follow us on Instagram: @historicallyspeaking_podcast!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57019638Mon, 02 Oct 2023 12:00:03 +0000Pulse RadioDuring this third episode of Rushmore Rankings, Josh and AJ talk about the 23rd through 35th President (Benjamin Harrison - John F. Kennedy). This group was very interesting to breakdown, a lot of history was made during these eras. Maybe the most...
*Please be advised: This is not a political debate, these episodes are to make you think more about our history and our future. You have every right to agree or disagree with our rankings.

Thank you for listening, and be sure to follow us on Instagram: @historicallyspeaking_podcast!]]>3257clean25fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rushmore-rankings-ep-2--56926712
*Please be advised: This is not a political debate, these episodes are to make you think more about our history and our future. You have every right to agree or disagree with our rankings.

Thank you for listening, and be sure to follow us on Instagram: @historicallyspeaking_podcast!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56926712Mon, 25 Sep 2023 15:58:59 +0000Pulse RadioIn the second episode of "Rushmore Rankings" Josh and AJ talk about Presidents James K. Polk through Groer Cleveland. This was an interesting group of men to say the least! Make sure to follow along for more! *Please be advised: This is not a...
*Please be advised: This is not a political debate, these episodes are to make you think more about our history and our future. You have every right to agree or disagree with our rankings.

Thank you for listening, and be sure to follow us on Instagram: @historicallyspeaking_podcast!]]>2954clean24fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rushmore-rankings-ep-1--56804402
*Please be advised: This is not a political debate, these episodes are to make you think more about our history and our future. You have every right to agree or disagree with our rankings.

Thank you for listening, and be sure to follow us on Instagram: @historicallyspeaking_podcast!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56804402Mon, 18 Sep 2023 16:31:41 +0000Pulse RadioIn this new series of episodes, Josh and AJ rank the 45 presidents of the United States. Beginning with George Washington and ending with Joe Biden. Follow along as they use historical empathy and research to decide which presidents deserve "Rushmore...
*Please be advised: This is not a political debate, these episodes are to make you think more about our history and our future. You have every right to agree or disagree with our rankings.

Thank you for listening, and be sure to follow us on Instagram: @historicallyspeaking_podcast!]]>2788clean23fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lobster-war-or-just-threats--56740172
Listen to learn more!

And be sure to follow us on Instagram: @historicallyspeaking_podcast!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56740172Mon, 11 Sep 2023 11:30:02 +0000Pulse RadioThis week Josh and AJ talk about "The Lobster War" but come to the conclusion that this struggle between France and Brazil wasn't a war, put could have been. Listen to learn more! And be sure to follow us on Instagram:...
Listen to learn more!

And be sure to follow us on Instagram: @historicallyspeaking_podcast!]]>972clean22fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/we-back--56651554Historically Speaking! In this episode, Josh and AJ talk about their summers, school updates and ideas for this year's episodes.

Follow along to see what they discuss!

Be sure to follow us on Instagram: @historicallyspeaking_podcast]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56651554Mon, 04 Sep 2023 15:30:02 +0000Pulse RadioYour two favorite podcast hosts are for what they are calling "Season 2" of Historically Speaking! In this episode, Josh and AJ talk about their summers, school updates and ideas for this year's episodes. Follow along to see what they discuss! Be...Historically Speaking! In this episode, Josh and AJ talk about their summers, school updates and ideas for this year's episodes.

Follow along to see what they discuss!

Be sure to follow us on Instagram: @historicallyspeaking_podcast]]>840clean21fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/it-s-beenreal--53644877
Thank you all for the love and support. We will return in the fall!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53644877Mon, 01 May 2023 10:00:02 +0000Pulse RadioThis final episode (for the semester) of Historically Speaking is a jumbled up conversation convering several topics and ideas to wrap up the semester. We have had such a great time making this podcast and hearing how much our listeners, YOU, have...
Thank you all for the love and support. We will return in the fall!]]>1257clean18fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-scramble-for-africa--53574177https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53574177Mon, 24 Apr 2023 10:00:02 +0000Pulse RadioIn this episode Josh and AJ will be dicussing the Scramble for Africa.1325clean17fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-effects-on-china-during-world-war-ii--53588859https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53588859Fri, 21 Apr 2023 10:00:02 +0000Pulse RadioJoin Josh and AJ as they record this podcast for their "America and World War II" class. In this episode they are discussing the effects the World War II had on the country and people of China.1130clean16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-kennedy-conspiracies-death-of-a-president--53506743https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53506743Fri, 14 Apr 2023 10:00:03 +0000Pulse RadioJoin Josh, AJ, and their good friend Baker, as they discuss the death and conspiracies surrounding the death of 35th President John F. Kennedy!1776clean15fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-colony-of-roanoke--53370616https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53370616Mon, 03 Apr 2023 10:00:02 +0000Pulse RadioJoin your favorite cohosts, Josh & AJ, as they discuss one of Americas olded mysteries: The Lost Colony of Roanoke1229clean14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-war-of-the-bucket--53287033Join Josh and AJ as they talk about another one of history’s strangest wars: The War of the Bucket. Join us next week as we welcome our first guest to the show! ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53287033Mon, 27 Mar 2023 10:00:01 +0000Pulse RadioJoin Josh and AJ as they talk about another one of history’s strangest wars: The War of the Bucket. Join us next week as we welcome our first guest to the show!Join Josh and AJ as they talk about another one of history’s strangest wars: The War of the Bucket. Join us next week as we welcome our first guest to the show! ]]>995clean13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-life-of-churchill-part-2--53075693In this series of podcasts, AJ & Josh will be breaking down the life of Winston Churchill. Within these sessions, they plan to discuss the good, bad, and ugly of Churchill’s life and the lasting legacy he created as Prime Minister and as a writer, father, painter, and man.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53075693Mon, 06 Mar 2023 11:00:02 +0000Pulse RadioIn this series of podcasts, AJ & Josh will be breaking down the life of Winston Churchill. Within these sessions, they plan to discuss the good, bad, and ugly of Churchill’s life and the lasting legacy he created as Prime Minister and as a writer,...In this series of podcasts, AJ & Josh will be breaking down the life of Winston Churchill. Within these sessions, they plan to discuss the good, bad, and ugly of Churchill’s life and the lasting legacy he created as Prime Minister and as a writer, father, painter, and man.]]>2956clean12bonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-life-of-churchill-part-1--52830163In this series of podcasts, AJ & Josh will be breaking down the life of Winston Churchill. Within these sessions, they plan to discuss the good, bad, and ugly of Churchill’s life and the lasting legacy he created as Prime Minister and as a writer, father, painter, and man.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52830163Mon, 27 Feb 2023 11:00:02 +0000Pulse RadioIn this series of podcasts, AJ & Josh will be breaking down the life of Winston Churchill. Within these sessions, they plan to discuss the good, bad, and ugly of Churchill’s life and the lasting legacy he created as Prime Minister and as a writer,...In this series of podcasts, AJ & Josh will be breaking down the life of Winston Churchill. Within these sessions, they plan to discuss the good, bad, and ugly of Churchill’s life and the lasting legacy he created as Prime Minister and as a writer, father, painter, and man.]]>2207clean12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-great-emu-war--52654121https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52654121Tue, 07 Feb 2023 13:00:02 +0000Pulse Radio1115clean11fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/welcome-to-historically-speaking--52598854https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52598854Wed, 01 Feb 2023 13:00:01 +0000Pulse RadioWelcome to Historically Speaking! Be sure to follow us on Instagram @historicallyspeaking_podcast97cleantrailer