In this episode, Alexis and Hailey discuss Adams vs Lafayette, his feelings on slavery, and how a compromise will not work in the French Revolution.Special thanks to our patrons: Kathleen, Katelynn, Ashley, Loreena & Josh, Gamy, Natalie, Natalya, Daniel, Kara, Coffee Infused Nerd, Polly, Erica, Vallie, Laura, Lizzy, Denise, Ariana, Lilly, Eddy, Kaycee, Nerissa, Grace, Wayne, Jennifer, Kristilyn, History Hunter, Patricia, Emily, Lane, Jenna, Michelle, Oliver, Bethany, Simon, Maria, and Olumadebo! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Episode 182: Lafayette, America's Favorite Fighting Frenchman - Part Four

In this episode, Alexis and Hailey return after a long slumber. to teach you more about Lafayette, why America likes him so much, how we win the war, and how George Washington is his dad, no argument. Special thanks to our patrons: Kathleen, Katelynn, Ashley, Loreena & Josh, Gamy, Natalie, Natalya, Daniel, Kara, Coffee Infused Nerd, Polly, Erica, Vallie, Laura, Lizzy, Denise, Ariana, Lilly, Eddy, Kaycee, Nerissa, Grace, Wayne, Jennifer, Kristilyn, History Hunter, Patricia, Emily, Lane, Jenna, Michelle, Oliver, Bethany, Simon, Maria, and Olumadebo! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 181: Lafayette, America's Favorite Fighting Frenchman - Part Three

Lafayette finally makes it to America, with mixed reception, but he loves it all the same. He gets to fight, command, and tries to start a World War way early! Join Hailey in this episode to learn as Alexis teaches these facts and more!Special thanks to our patrons: Kathleen, Katelynn, Ashley, Loreena & Josh, Gamy, Sadie, Natalie, Natalya, Daniel, Michael, Julia, Kara, Macoy, Coffee Infused Nerd, Abigail, Polly, Jill, McKenzie, Erica, Laura, Lizzy, Vallie, Amanda, Denise, Ariana, Lilly, Eddy, Ashley S, Anastasia, Kaycee, Grace, BJ, and Nerissa! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 180: Lafayette, America's Favorite Fighting Frenchman - Part Two

Lafayette is known for being a hero and savior of the American Revolution. But why did he join the fight in America? How did he get a command? And what happened to him after the war? Join us as Alexis teaches Hailey about America's favorite fighting Frenchman.Special thanks to our patrons: Kathleen, Katelynn, Ashley, Loreena & Josh, Gamy, Sadie, Natalie, Natalya, Daniel, Michael, Julia, Kara, Macoy, Coffee Infused Nerd, Abigail, Polly, Jill, McKenzie, Erica, Laura, Lizzy, Vallie, Amanda, Denise, Ariana, Lilly, Eddy, Ashley S, Anastasia, Kaycee, Grace, BJ, and Nerissa! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 179: Lafayette, America's Favorite Fighting Frenchman - Part One

George Washington didn't have wooden teeth, but what kind of teeth did he have? In this episode, Alexis teaches Hailey about the first president's teeth, how many he had left by the time he was president, and where that last tooth ended up.Special thanks to our patrons: Kathleen, Katelynn, Ashley, Loreena & Josh, Gamy, Sadie, Natalie, Natalya, Daniel, Michael, Julia, Kara, Macoy, Coffee Infused Nerd, Abigail, Polly, Jill, McKenzie, Erica, Laura, Lizzy, Vallie, Amanda, Denise, Ariana, Lilly, Eddy, Ashley S, Anastasia, Kaycee, Grace, BJ, and Nerissa! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 178: George Washington's Donkey Teeth

Join Hailey and Alexis for part two of their In The Heart Of The Sea watchalong! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Watch-along: In The Heart Of The Sea - Part Two

Join Hailey and Alexis for a bonus episode where they watch In The Heart Of The Sea and react to the movie. In two parts, because the movie is too long for one. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Watch-along: In The Heart Of The Sea - Part One

Can you be controlled by colors? Or are you just being emasculated by bad science? In this episode, Hailey teaches Alexis about the color pink, it's gendered history, and it's history in the "scientific" community. Special thanks to our patrons: Kathleen, Katelynn, Ashley, Loreena & Josh, Gamy, Sadie, Natalie, Natalya, Daniel, Michael, Julia, Kara, Macoy, Coffee Infused Nerd, Abigail, Polly, Jill, McKenzie, Erica, Laura, Lizzy, Vallie, Amanda, Denise, Ariana, Lilly, Eddy, Ashley S, Anastasia, Kaycee, Grace, BJ, and Nerissa! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 177: Pink, The Color of Mind Control

How did April Fool's Day start? What are the best pranks? And why can't you trust the BBC? All these questions will be answered as Alexis teaches Hailey about the infamous day. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 176: April Fools!

Josephine Baker was a talented dancer, singer, performer, and spy in World War II? In this episode, Hailey teaches Alexis about Baker, a black queer icon who broke down barriers, but because of her time, could never quite get over others. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 175: Josephine Baker - International Star and Spy

You've heard of Rosa Parks, but have you heard of her predecessor, Elizabeth Jennings? Join Hailey this week as Alexis teaches her and you about Elizabeth Jennings, Henrietta Wood, and the power of black women going to court. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 174: Elizabeth Jennings and Henrietta Wood Sue Their Way To Racial Justice

Why are communists so into preserving their leaders? And who was so bad at it that their leader started leaking on display? Learn the answers to these questions and more as Alexis teaches Hailey about communist countries that preserve their founding leaders.Special thanks to Swing Whale for our music and to our patrons: Kathleen, Katelynn, Ashley, Loreena & Josh, Gamy, Sadie, Natalie, Natalya, Daniel, Michael, Julia, Kara, Macoy, Coffee Infused Nerd, Abigail, Polly, Jill, McKenzie, Erica, Laura, Lizzy, Vallie, Amanda, Denise, Ariana, Lilly, Eddy, Ashley S, Anastasia, Kaycee, Grace, BJ, and Nerissa! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 173: Communist Mummies

What color is puce? It's not chartreuse! What does the word mean and why is it sexy? Learn the answers to these questions and more as Hailey teaches Alexis about the color and its history.Special thanks to Swing Whale for our music and to our patrons: Kathleen, Katelynn, Ashley, Loreena & Josh, Gamy, Sadie, Natalie, Natalya, Daniel, Michael, Julia, Kara, Macoy, Coffee Infused Nerd, Abigail, Polly, Jill, McKenzie, Erica, Laura, Lizzy, Vallie, Amanda, Denise, Ariana, Lilly, Eddy, Ashley S, Anastasia, Kaycee, Grace, BJ, and Nerissa! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 172: The Color Puce

Does the Boy Jones ever become the Man Jones? Did he get murdered by the English government? And is trespassing still not illegal in England? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this final Boy Jones ep!Special thanks to Swing Whale for our music and to our patrons: Kathleen, Katelynn, Ashley, Loreena & Josh, Gamy, Sadie, Natalie, Natalya, Daniel, Michael, Julia, Kara, Macoy, Coffee Infused Nerd, Abigail, Polly, Jill, McKenzie, Erica, Laura, Lizzy, Vallie, Amanda, Denise, Ariana, Lilly, Eddy, Ashley S, Anastasia, Kaycee, Grace, BJ, and Nerissa! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 171: Greasy Boy Jones, Queen Victoria's Stalker - Part Three

Join us this week for another ridiculous episode about Queen Victoria's child stalker who really needs to learn how to be an influencer. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 170: Greasy Boy Jones, Queen Victoria's Stalker - Part Two

Hysterical History is a comedy podcast where Alexis and Hailey, friends and history lovers, tell each other wacky yet factual stories from the past. Join them every TUESDAY for laughs and weird history realness.