11. Who wants to be a knight?
^{23:21 | August 31st, 2018}

Dad and Me interview some of the world’s best jousters who travel the world competing for thousands of dollars. And we meet the armourers who keep them safe. Recorded in July 2017 at Arundel Castle, England – with Dad & Me & Nana!  The questions below are also on the podcast – after the end title music.

Season 3 Teaser
^{01:40 | August 25th, 2018}

Ep. 23: Hot Dog! A Tale of Kings, Queens, Dead Whales, and Johnny Verbek’s Machine
^{00:25:33 | July 17th, 2018}

From the electric bathers of Coney Island to the King of England, no food has been as satisfying as a hot dog. You won’t believe it as we weave a tale of dead whales, muckrakers, publicity stunts, and President Roosevelt. Who knew the hot dog was so interesting?

10. World War II Air Raids: Would you pay a penny to see a butterfly bomb?
^{14:33 | June 22nd, 2018}

Dad and Me join Air Raid Precaution Post 27 – a reenactment group we met at a 1940s weekend at Fort Nelson, Portsmouth, in southern England. What were “butterfly bombs” and why did kids love them so much? Butterfly bombs caused chaos when they were dropped on a few selected cities in Britain – so why didn’t Hitler drop more of them? And what sound – heard at football matches (a few years ago) – was used to warn people of an attack by one particular type of weapon?

Ep. 22: Play Ball! Jackie Mitchell, Moe Berg, Summertime and more
^{00:24:08 | June 13th, 2018}

You don’t have to like baseball to like this episode! First, Kelly Moore shares the story of Jackie Mitchell, a young woman who struck out both Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig. Next, Bailey Mazik of the Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory sheds some light on the baseball playing spy, Moe Berg. Amber Estes Thieneman and Mick Sullivan perform “Summertime,” plus a summery quiz-time!

9. World Cup Special: The History of Soccer
^{19:14 | June 8th, 2018}

From the World Cup player who wouldn’t head the ball because of his hair style to submarines on football pitches, we’ve got you covered for all you need to know about the history of soccer! All in time for kick off at Russia 2018!

8. US Civil War: Why does a country go to war against itself?
^{13:14 | May 25th, 2018}

Paddington bear and President Lincoln have something in common: they both keep things under their hats. You’ll hear all about the US Civil War of 1861-1865, and you’ll find out what Lincoln kept under his top hat! And you’ll discover which type of swimming-pool dive soldiers like best!

Ep. 21: Journeys! Horatio and Bud, John Ledyard and more!
^{00:25:06 | May 21st, 2018}

The history podcast for kids and adults joins the Kids Listen Sweeps party and tells two stories about two great adventures. Melinda Beck tells the tale of Horatio Jackson and the first drive across the country (and his dog Bud), while Will Oldham/Bonnie Prince Billy shares the story of John Ledyard – who would’ve made it around the globe if it wasn’t for that touchy queen, Catherine the Great.