The Hystorians Podcast

Esperanto: The History of Zamenhof’s Universal Dream - Episode 19

Recorded March 1st, 2026 ** Explicit language used. In a world full of miscommunication, Esperanto fights to break through class borders and nationalism. Follow along as we cover Dr. Zamenhof’s early life and his dream for a universal language. How hard could it be?… Turns out it’s very very difficult to get the whole world on the band wagon - but damn it if we don’t try!  Bibliography Link [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1UKdzhpv3M2OQSWSvVilzDMpcGNbPd_uT?usp=sharing] Produced, Edited, and Hosted by: Liz Ardeen and Desi McChesney Special thanks Logo credit: Tori Nelson Instagram (@torinelsonart) Theme song by: Nick Lennon Instagram (@gothiclemonphoto) and to listeners like you, thank you. P.S.: The historical analysis and perspectives shared in this podcast are our own and don't reflect the views of any academic institution. We (the Hystorians) aim to meet academic standards in our research and sourcing, but this is not a peer-reviewed or official scholarly production. It is meant to inform, explore, and entertain.

The Easter Rising of 1916 - Episode 18

Recorded February 15th, 2026 ** Explicit language used. Easter is here! It seems only fitting to learn about one of the major turning points in Irish history! Join the gals as they talk about Irish history, specifically the Easter Rising! Liz and Desi gat to reminisce about their times in Ireland and how learning Irish history in Ireland was eye opening for their deep fried American brains. Join in on the learning and stay curious, always! This episode is dedicated to a dear friend, Bob. Raise a glass and be the friend to lend a hand, when you can. Bibliography Link [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1UKdzhpv3M2OQSWSvVilzDMpcGNbPd_uT?usp=drive_link] Produced, Edited, and Hosted by: Liz Ardeen and Desi McChesney Special thanks Logo credit: Tori Nelson Instagram (@torinelsonart) Theme song by: Nick Lennon Instagram (@gothiclemonphoto) and to listeners like you, thank you. P.S.: The historical analysis and perspectives shared in this podcast are our own and don't reflect the views of any academic institution. We (the Hystorians) aim to meet academic standards in our research and sourcing, but this is not a peer-reviewed or official scholarly production. It is meant to inform, explore, and entertain.

The Whole World's Af(Fair) - Chicago World's Fair of 1893 - Episode 17

Recorded January 25th, 2026 ** Explicit language used. Let's all go to the fair y'all! Join the Hystorians as they skip, saunter, and scold through the ins and outs of the 1893 World's Fair. Innovations, Inventions, and Intrigue flooded Chicago. After listening to this Desi led episode, you’ll feel like you’re leaving the fair grounds with a box of Cracker Jacks, a bottle of Root Beer, and the giddy of being a witness to groundbreaking history in entertainment. Bibliography Link [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1UKdzhpv3M2OQSWSvVilzDMpcGNbPd_uT?usp=sharing] Produced, Edited, and Hosted by: Liz Ardeen and Desi McChesney Special thanks Logo credit: Tori Nelson Instagram (@torinelsonart) Theme song by: Nick Lennon Instagram (@gothiclemonphoto) and to listeners like you, thank you. P.S.: The historical analysis and perspectives shared in this podcast are our own and don't reflect the views of any academic institution. We (the Hystorians) aim to meet academic standards in our research and sourcing, but this is not a peer-reviewed or official scholarly production. It is meant to inform, explore, and entertain.

The Flying Fallacies of Charles Lindbergh - Episode 16

Recorded on January 11th and again on the 23rd, 2026 ** Explicit language used. If Charles Lindbergh has no haters y’all will know the Hystorians are dead. This week Liz and Desi dive into the life of Charles Lindbergh, the flying fallacy that is America’s “Last Hero”. Since October, the Lindbergh family and the cultural phenomenons and tragedies which kept thrusting them into the cultural zeitgeist have haunted Liz and she needs to talk about it. So, get ready to feel anger, grief, pity, sadness and a general sense of "wait, what??? Strap in to the cockpit, Geese, Liz is going to try to answer, “Just what kind of man was Charles Lindbergh?” Bibliography ⁠Link⁠: https://drive.google.com/drive/folder... [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbjMtMFlzeXRqU1Y1LXY3azM2T0sxUkU3SUN5Z3xBQ3Jtc0tuZ1RyWmVuVFR1eHNmNWZRcUJjRzg2SmpIbDJRdktRQW1RMDRyeHJ5dXNycjhjd2tYRXRUaWxWWDJ2QzhzdjRGWTJSNl9jLTJ6Sjd6X2RVVGc3S3JaYmtsMmZyZlJpdTh5aGgwYlh6a2xkMHl0Q09qMA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fdrive.google.com%2Fdrive%2Ffolders%2F1pk80GqVHtmTZ5L59KA7vsQuyg9mZQGlO%3Fusp%3Ddrive_link&v=2Vcs2N0_a9c] Produced, Edited, and Hosted by: Liz Ardeen and Desi McChesney Special thanks Logo credit: Tori Nelson Instagram (@torinelsonart) Theme song by: Nick Lennon Instagram (@gothiclemonphoto) and to listeners like you, thank you. P.S.: The historical analysis and perspectives shared in this podcast are our own and don't reflect the views of any academic institution. We (the Hystorians) aim to meet academic standards in our research and sourcing, but this is not a peer-reviewed or official scholarly production. It is meant to inform, explore, and entertain.

What is Love? Letters of Affection and Infatuation Throughout History - Episode 15

Recorded December 15th, 2025. ** Explicit language used. We're back for Season 2!! Join the gals in a special episode where they share some of their favorite love letters throughout history. Please considered this season 2 premier as a galentines gift to y'all! Can you feel the love? Is it in the air? In the end aren't we all just asking the same question? What is Love? Bibliography Link [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1pk80GqVHtmTZ5L59KA7vsQuyg9mZQGlO?usp=drive_link] Produced, Edited, and Hosted by: Liz Ardeen and Desi McChesney Special thanks Logo credit: Tori Nelson Instagram (@torinelsonart) Theme song by: Nick Lennon Instagram (@gothiclemonphoto) and to listeners like you, thank you. P.S.: The historical analysis and perspectives shared in this podcast are our own and don't reflect the views of any academic institution. We (the Hystorians) aim to meet academic standards in our research and sourcing, but this is not a peer-reviewed or official scholarly production. It is meant to inform, explore, and entertain.