How did Walt Disney come to found the company that still bears his name, and would change the world forever? How did Disney help to establish American culture as the most dominant culture in the world? And, was Mickey Mouse Walt Disney’s greatest invention?
Join Tom and Dominic as they discuss the story behind the wonderful world of Disney, and the ma ... Show More
Oct 11
713. King Arthur: The Once & Future King (Part 1)
What is the historical truth behind the tales of King Arthur, Britain’s greatest myth? When did these stories begin, and with whom? And, is Arthur’s apocalyptic last battle based on an English historical reality from the 15th century? Join Tom and Dominic as they launch into one ... Show More
1h 11m
Oct 7
712. The Terror: The Fall of Robespierre (Part 6)
Why did the Terror reach unprecedented levels of bloodshed in 1794? Who was running France by this point? And, how was Robespierre finally destroyed, and dragged to the guillotine by his former allies…? Join Dominic and Tom as they reach the terrifying, climactic conclusion to th ... Show More
1h 36m
Jan 2022
SPECIAL: Walt Disney (Part 1)
Special cross-post from How to Take Over the World. Walt Disney's childhood, adolescence, how how he got his start in animation, and his first successes.
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47m 56s
Aug 2018
Book Club; Walt Disney: The Triumph of the American Imagination
In this special, live episode, Chad and Stephanie discuss the life and legacy of visionary creator Walt Disney and this month’s book-club choice, Walt Disney: The Triumph of the American Imagination. Email us -> info@mission.orgWork with us -> https://www.missionsponsors.com/Foll ... Show More
38m 40s