Very Human History

About

Very Human History is a husband-and-wife podcast — two non-experts learning right alongside you, digging into the real human stories behind history's biggest moments and the lessons they leave for your life. Every episode will change the way you see your own story.

Episodes

• Breaking Barriers: The Untold Story of the Tuskegee Airmen 2026-05-11

  This episode of "Very Human History" tells the story of the Tuskegee Airmen. It covers their challenges with systemic racism in the military, their training, and how their excellence helped overcome prejudice and change history.

• NASA's has a main villain: The Power of Human Duality 2026-05-04

  This episode of Very Human History discusses the duality of human nature using historical examples like Werner von Braun. It encourages listeners to acknowledge both the good and bad in individuals, including themselves, and to act with hu…

• The Power of Commitment: Lessons from the Moon Landing 2026-04-27

  This episode of Very Human History delves into the space race and the Apollo 11 moon landing, highlighting the 400,000 individuals involved and the challenges overcome, including the Apollo 1 fire. It examines Neil Armstrong's manual landi…

• They Burned It Down. They Rebuilt It Anyway: The Tulsa Race Massacre 2026-04-20

  This episode details the Tulsa Race Massacre, highlighting the Greenwood Black community's resilience and ingenuity in rebuilding after destruction. It covers the rise of Black Wall Street, the events of the massacre including aerial attac…

• The Untold Principles of Harriet Tubman 2026-04-13

  This episode delves into Harriet Tubman's life, covering her early years, escape, role in the Civil War including the Combahee Raid, and her post-war service. It emphasizes her principle of "reaching back" and its modern relevance.

• The Mexican Decree That Changed Lives Forever 2026-04-06

  This episode examines the abolition of slavery in Mexico in 1829, including the Guerrero Decree, and explores the Mexican Underground Railroad and individual acts of courage.

• The Gettysburg Address: Lincoln's Enduring Lesson 2026-03-30

  This episode of Very Human History examines the Gettysburg Address, highlighting Lincoln's lessons on humility, preparation, and resilience. The discussion focuses on how Lincoln's brief speech delivered a powerful and lasting message.

• Adams vs Jefferson: The Rivalry That Defined a Nation 2026-03-23

  This episode discusses the political rivalry and complex friendship between John Adams and Thomas Jefferson, highlighting their collaboration, differing philosophies, and eventual reconciliation, which significantly shaped American history.

• Heroes or Hypocrites? The Declaration of Independence Unveiled 2026-03-16

  This episode of Very Human History discusses the Declaration of Independence, analyzing whether its authors were heroes or hypocrites. It covers the colonial tensions, the drafting of the document, and its complex legacy, particularly conc…

• Trailer: History I Just Learned 2026-02-09

  The 'History I Just Learned' podcast features a husband-and-wife hosting team who explore historical events and the human lessons they offer. They discuss the limits, mistakes, and choices that shaped history in a conversational and often…