Let's be honest. History is full of f*cked up sh*t. But what are we gonna do, pretend like it never happened? Have a drink with your host, actor and writer Will Sterling, and his more qualified former Presidential Speechwriting co-host, Dr. Craig Smith. They unpack the silly, salacious, scandalous, and serious stuff in history. If we don't learn from the past, we're doomed to repeat it. So let's at least try to do it with honesty and, wherever possible, a laugh.
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Signup to Generate a PitchLet's be honest. History is full of f*cked up sh*t. But what are we gonna do, pretend like it never happened? Have a drink with your host, actor and writer Will Sterling, and his more qualified former Presidential Speechwriting co-host, Dr. Craig Smith. They unpack the silly, salacious, scandalous, and serious stuff in history.
Recent episodes include "Happy Holidays from Craig and Santa! (And Bill what's his name)" (19 December 2025, 53 minutes), "The Final Firstination - First Ladies Concludes and So Does History. Rated R." (4 July 2025, 74 minutes), and "License to First - First Ladies Part 16" (20 June 2025, 51 minutes).
History. Rated R. publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 57 minutes across 133 episodes.
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History. Rated R. is a history podcast with 133 episodes published.
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History. Rated R.
Well hello, you! The show may not be returning but that doesn't mean we can't check in from time to time and wish you all a Happy Holidays and keep you abreast of the daily lives of Craig and Will. We hope you enjoy and...
Well friends, it's here. Not only the long awaited last episode of our VERY F*CKING long running series on the First Ladies, but Craig and I's final episode of History. Rated R. It's been quite the journey, to think an...
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Laura Bush and Michelle Obama, two first ladies of very different parties (who would go on to be great friends) takes us to the penultimate part of both our first ladies saga...and of History. Rated R. Learn more about...
Hillary Clinton gets her OWN episode! And rightfully so, from famous first lady to almost President herself, she continues to be history (rated r?) in the making. Plus, a big announcement from Will and Craig! Learn more...
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Craig remains in his "Salad Days" as we take a look at Barbara Bush! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Rosalind Carter gives way to dame Nancy Reagan as we barrell down toward our...FINAL COUNTDOWN! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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We're back in Craig's "salad (tossing) days" focusing on the First Lady he knew well, considering he wrote speeches for her husband, Betty Ford! Plus! Some shocking progressive beliefs Republican used to hold in the...
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Ladybird Johnson and Pat Nixon are our ladies in the limelight! After Will's GENEROUS birthday gift to Craig of a book about Mrs. Nixon, Craig is giving the facts back to you, the people! Learn more about your ad...
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We're well into the 20th Century! Mamie Eisenhower and Jackie Kennedy (aka Jackie O. which Will did not realize is the initial of the last name of her SECOND husband??) are our focus. Learn more about your ad choices...
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Two ladies today but monumental and historic democrats in the White House, a bi-sexual legend and buttoned up Bessie, Eleanore Roosevelt and Bess Truman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
That's right, Will finally gets to name an episode after the greatest Friday the 13th Sequel there is! Also, it features important first ladies and their enoutages such as Florence Harding, Grace Coolidge, a pet...
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The shenangians with America's favorite femme fatales aka the First Ladies of the United States including Edith Roosevelt, Helen Taft, and wife Ellen, daughter Margaret, and second wife Edith WILLLLSOOOOOONNNNN...
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We're back!! And also...because this was recorded in October 2024...we're coming to you from the past. Craig's just turned 80 years young and the First Ladies return, some are even sisters this time around! Mary...
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Well, the 2024 election in the US is certainly history in the making. But in which direction? Craig and Will round out the year with a discusson and breakdown of modern electoral events to take a look at what the means...
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Julia Grant, Lucy Hayes, and Lucretia Garfield! What do they all have in common besides being First Ladies?They love lasagna and hate Mondays! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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We continue our long running history of America's First Ladies with Abigail Fillmore, Jane Pierce, and Harriet Lane! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Our journey into the history of the First Ladies of America...and Will's obsession with ridiculous franchise movie title puns (of questionable quality and humor) continues! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
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Not only do we continue our long running series on America's first ladies, Will continues his favorite tradition of fidnging film franchise names to title the episodes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
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It's here! Our long awaited series on the first ladies. Where at once we thought we'd do a handful, fuck it, we're gonna do em all! Welcome to the greatest franchise ever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
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The 1st Amendment isn't as wide open as incels on the internet want you to believe. You can't just say whatever you want because you have "freedom." But also...sometimes your right to free speech faces interference...
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