317: Tombstone with Tom Clavin
Did Hollywood get it right? Join us as we delve into the iconic Western film Tombstone with a special guest: the author of the book Tombstone, New York Times bestselling author Tom Clavin! We’ll separate myth from reality, analyzing the portrayal of Wyatt Earp, Doc Holliday, the infamous Gunfight at the O.K. Corral, and the […]
316: This Week: The Pride of the Yankees, Gods and Generals, The Right Stuff
In this episode, we’ll learn about historical events that happened this week in history as they were depicted in these movies: The Pride of the Yankees, Gods and Generals, and The Right Stuff. Events from This Week in History The Pride of the Yankees Gods and Generals The Right Stuff | BOATS #75 Alan Shepard’s photo from […]
315: This Week: Troy, Chernobyl
In this episode, we’ll learn about historical events that happened this week in history as they were depicted in the movie Troy and two events from the TV series Chernobyl. Events from This Week in History Troy | BOATS #133 Chernobyl | BOATS Miniseries Birthdays from This Week in History Vladimir Lenin in The King’s Man Marcus […]
314: The Aviator with James B. Steele
In the 2004 biographical drama The Aviator, Leonardo DiCaprio portrays the eccentric and brilliant Howard Hughes, a maverick filmmaker and aviation tycoon who revolutionized Hollywood and the airline industry. The film chronicles Hughes’ obsessive pursuit of perfection and his struggle with mental illness, offering a captivating glimpse into the life of one of the 20th […]
313: This Week: The Conspirator, Pearl Harbor, The Red Baron
In this episode, we’ll learn about historical events that happened this week in history as they were depicted in these movies: The Conspirator, Pearl Harbor, and The Red Baron. Events from This Week in History The Conspirator | BOATS #175 Pearl Harbor | BOATS #212 The Red Baron Birthdays from This Week in History The Life […]
311: This Week: The Highwaymen, The Assassination of Jesse James, Grant
In this episode, we’ll learn about historical events that happened this week in history as they were depicted in these movies: The Highwaymen, The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford, and Grant. Events from This Week in History Immortal Beloved Knute Rockne All American Birthdays from This Week in History At Eternity’s Gate […]
309: This Week: Waterloo, The Blue Max, Hitler: The Rise of Evil
In this episode, we’ll learn about historical events that happened this week in history as they were depicted in these movies: Waterloo, The Blue Max, and Hitler: The Rise of Evil. Events from This Week in History Waterloo | BOATS #174 The Blue Max Hitler: The Rise of Evil Birthdays from This Week in History Tombstone […]
308: This Week: Schindler’s List, Valkyrie, Rome
In this episode, we’ll learn about historical events that happened this week in history as they were depicted in these movies: Schindler’s List, Valkyrie, and Rome. Events from This Week in History Schindler’s List | BOATS #261 Valkyrie | BOATS #62 Rome Birthdays from This Week in History Selma | BOATS #167 Oppenheimer Klaus […]
307: War Dogs with David Packouz
In 2016’s War Dogs, we learn the true story of two young men who win a $300 million contract from the Pentagon to arm America’s allies in Afghanistan. Today, we’ll talk to one of the real people the movie was based on, David Packouz, who is played by Miles Teller in the movie. Learn how […]
306: This Week: The Alamo, Selma, Mary Queen of Scots
In this episode, we’ll learn about historical events that happened this week in history as they were depicted in these movies: The Alamo, Selma, and Mary Queen of Scots. Events from This Week in History The Alamo | BOATS #172 Selma | BOATS #167 Mary Queen of Scots | BOATS #138 Birthdays from This Week […]
305: This Week: Waco, The Crucible, Seabiscuit
In this episode, we’ll learn about historical events that happened this week in history as they were depicted in these movies: Waco, The Crucible, and Seabiscuit. Events from This Week in History Waco The Crucible | BOATS #143 Seabiscuit | BOATS #131 Birthdays from This Week in History Walk the Line Constantine and the […]