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A podcast where the guests are historical figures. Each week features a casual conversation with a major person from history such as John F. Kennedy, Socrates, or Frederick Douglass.
Casey Simpson hosts Living History, a history show with 27 episodes published.


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Living History Episode 24: Thomas Hobbes

In Casey Simpson's Living History episode on John Locke, the focus is on Locke's role as a pivotal Enlightenment thinker and the "father of liberalism." The episode explores his ideas of the social contract, natural righ

In the Living History episode featuring Oliver Cromwell, we explored his rise from modest gentry to Lord Protector of England. The episode delved into his pivotal role in the English Civil War, leading the Parliamentaria

In this episode of Casey Simpson's Living History podcast, King Charles I, the 17th-century monarch of England, Scotland, and Ireland, is the featured guest. The conversation explores Charles I’s reign, emphasizing his c

In the Living History episode, host Casey Simpson interviews Charles Darwin, who vividly recounts his transformative voyage on the HMS Beagle. Darwin shares his awe at discovering diverse species in the Galapagos, leadin

Howard Hughes’ remarkable life as an aviator, filmmaker, and billionaire. They discuss his aviation triumphs, including the Spruce Goose, and his Hollywood influence through RKO Pictures. Hughes shares insights into his

On Living History, Casey Simpson interviews Sir Isaac Newton, exploring how his Christian faith fueled his scientific discoveries, including gravity and optics. Newton critiques Freud’s view of religion as an illusion, d

Sigmund Freud is the guest, discussing his groundbreaking psychoanalytic theories. Casey explores Freud's concepts of the unconscious, id, ego, and superego, and their impact on modern psychology. Freud shares insights i

Nietzsche’s key ideas, like the will to power (a drive for self-overcoming and creativity) and the Übermensch (an individual who transcends conventional morality to create their own values). The episode delves into Nietz

In Casey Simpson's Living History podcast, Thomas Paine recounts his journey from Thetford’s hardships to igniting the American Revolution with Common Sense. He fiercely rebuts Edmund Burke’s caution, defending the Frenc

Marian Tupy, founder of humanprogress.org, discussed the historical context of guilds in Europe and their eventual abolition by Napoleon. Tupy argued that guilds were a form of self-help and protection of intellectual pr

In this Living History episode, Casey Simpson interviews Edmund Burke, exploring his 18th-century life and philosophy. Burke reflects on Ireland’s Penal Laws, the American and French Revolutions, and critics like Paine a

Bryan Caplan takes us through his new book Build, Baby, Build and a bit of his work from the Myth of the Rational Voter, to Selfish Reasons to Have More Kids and The Case for Open Borders.

Mark Twain tells us about life on the Mississippi, and a treasure tale that suspiciously resembles the adventures of Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn. He mentions his hometown of Hannibal and his famous quotes.

Humphrey Bogart, the iconic star of classic Hollywood. They discuss "living history," with Bogart sharing tales of his gritty film noir days and the raw authenticity of his era's storytelling. Contrast this with today’s

Thomas Jefferson discusses his role as the third U.S. President and principal author of the Declaration of Independence. He reflects on his complex legacy, addressing his Enlightenment ideals of liberty and self-governan

Hank Williams, the country music legend reflects on his rise to fame in the late 1940s, and his raw, emotional songwriting. He discusses how hits like "Lovesick Blues" brought him to the Grand Ole Opry, despite personal
Thomas Hobbes
author of Leviathan
1 appearance on this show
Charles Darwin
naturalist and author
1 appearance on this show
Sigmund Freud
neurologist and founder of psychoanalysis
1 appearance on this show
Marian Tupy
fellow · humanprogress.org
1 appearance on this show
Edmund Burke
Employment Partner · Dentons
1 appearance on this show
Bryan Caplan
New York Times bestselling author, economist, professor at George Mason University · George Mason University
1 appearance on this show
Mark Twain
1 appearance on this show
Humphrey Bogart
1 appearance on this show
Thomas Jefferson
author of the Declaration of Independence, third President
1 appearance on this show
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