What are the most influential figures, trends or events that future historians will look back on from this past year? We assemble a list as the most important of 2024.

In this episode we explore the date of Jesus' birth and what keeping Christmas means.

We go back prior to the 500s to find the most influential historical figures. Confucius, Cyrus and Jesus all make the list.

Beneath the horror of the murder of healthcare CEO Brian Thompson lies a virulent anti-capitalism. We look at our healthcare system, and the incredible value of capitalism.

We cover everything from academic myths to Prof. Reilly's move to the right to Gladiator II. Come for the myth breaking, stay for some provocative takes.

The leviathan that is our federal government is too big for outsider, learn on the job types. If you want real reform, you need willing insiders who know how to get things done. We look at Martin Luther, Diocletian and Steve Jobs to see why.

We look at the recently completed 2024 election through a historical prism.

For a break from politics I am joined by my brother Chris for a discussion of FUTURE movies, ones on Earth, dystopian, and truly alien.