HIStory Through The Eyes Of Faith
Episodes
Ep. 151 | The Counter-Reformation Strikes Back!
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we step into the Catholic Church’s own Reformation, sometimes known as the Counter-Reformation—a movement marked not only by inst...
A Quick Check-In (We’re Back!)
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After a short break from recording, we wanted to reconnect and share a quick update.Life has a way of filling every corner—personally and profession...
Ep. 27 | Magi at the Nativity? (Rerelease)
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss and learn some new things about the birth of Jesus; the shepherd's experience; the visit of the magi; and....Ben Hur?!?...
Ep. 26 | What Did Zechariah Say? (Rerelease)
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Here we discuss dreams and angels; introduce Mary and Elizabeth; and have some laughs with Zacharias.
Ep. 150 | It’s a Sesquicentennial Celebration! | Part 3
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're excited to bring you an entertaining index of our first 149 episodes....plus some laughs. Enjoy! Part 1 - through 25Part 2 - 26 through 75Pa...
Ep. 150 | It’s a Sesquicentennial Celebration! | Part 2
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're excited to bring you an entertaining index of our first 149 episodes....plus some laughs. Enjoy! Part 1 - through 25Part 2 - 26 through 75Pa...
Ep. 150 | It’s a Sesquicentennial Celebration! | Part 1
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're excited to bring you an entertaining index of our first 149 episodes....plus some laughs. Enjoy! Part 1 - through 25Part 2 - 26 through 75Pa...
NEW Ep. 149 | From Rome to Reform: A Faith Awakens
15 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Here we continue and conclude our look back at the turning point in history that was the Protestant Reformation, using "Turning Points" by M...
Ep. 148 | Hard Knox Life
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Not Johnny Knoxville (John Knox) is an important person in Reformation history who often gets overlooked. We give him some time here, and then we dive...
Ep. 147 | The Institutes and the Influence
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
John Calvin was a major figure in the Reformation and this is his story...#johncalvin
Ep. 146 | Cost of Conviction
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We finish up Henry's story and the English Reformation by discussing Thomas, William, and Thomas, as well as briefly what happens with Henry's...
Ep. 145 | The Cappas Were Detated
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on this one as we have some laughs and tell the story of Henry VIII!#HenryVIII
Ep. 144 | Oh Baby, Baby
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Since there were questions about infant baptism in the previous episode, we spend some time going over its history and Biblical foundations. Then we b...
Ep. 143 | Reformation Radicals?
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We move in this episode to what has been referred to as the radical wing of the Reformation. Quite often the radicals of one generation become the acc...
Ep. 142 | We've Got the World on a Zwing
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our journey through the Reformation continues as we take a closer look at Switzerland and it's unique situation to influence history in general and th...
Ep. 141 | We're Off to See...
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The impact of Martin Luther's writings and protests changed history. Here we look at the particular ways that we benefit from those changes. #martinlu...
Ep. 140 | Here I Stand
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We continue our look at Martin Luther and begin to look at many of the issues and ideas surrounding the Reformation including the roles of church and ...
Ep. 139 | Luther and the Indulgence Sellers
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Here we finally meet Martin Luther and have some interesting new insights into his story. We hope you will learn something also. And....we laugh!
Ep. 138 | Facing a Theological Dilemma
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In preparation for our discussion on the Reformation, we look at the social, political, and religious environment of the early 16th century, particula...
Ep. 137 | What's Erasmus Got to do With It?
01 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There is a lot of information in this episode as we begin to discuss the conditions and people leading up to the Reformation. We start with a discussi...
Ep. 136 | Starting to Get a Glimpse
15 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We take a step back to get a wider view of the Age of Exploration by discussing a timeline of the European exploration of the "New World." T...
Ep. 135 | Absolute Power Moves
01 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Renaissance princes took actions that were the beginnings of our modern nation state. Here we discuss why and how that happened.
Ep. 134 | Las Casas' Calling
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We take a look at an interesting story around the plight of the natives in some of Spain's new territories. In the process we cross paths with people ...
Ep. 133 | Two Worlds - Now One
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After a little too lengthy discussion of New Years, we return to Columbus. We cover his third and fourth voyages and reflect on the impact he had on h...
Ep. 132 | West of the Canaries
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Although this episode includes lots of aliens and too much halloween, we do learn much about the 2nd voyage of Columbus and the infamous Borgia family...
Ep. 131 | Crackpot Clinging to a Crazy Notion
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After discussions about elections, voting, and squirrels we rejoin Columbus and are amazed at his persistance.
Ep. 130 | Conner and Diego
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We finally begin the story about the man who was determined and pursued his idea which changed the world! We both learned some things we did not know....
Ep. 129 | I Love Tartar Sauce
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A look at Henry VII, Ivan and the Mongul Horde, and how Michaelangelo got his start....and we see the fading of the Great D'Medici! #shoshonefalls #...
Ep. 128 | False Witness and the Tudors
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Using Rodney Stark's book "Bearing False Witness" we explore some of the truths around the Spanish Inquisition. Then we look at the end of the War o...
Ep. 127 | It Got Serious
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We continue with Genevieve and see how connected the characters of the 15th century are. We learn the back story of how the Russian leaders became...
Ep. 126 | A European Cast of Characters
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We meet some of the interesting personalities of 15th-century Europe using Genevieve Foster's book. #Louis XI #Isabella #WaroftheRoses #HenryTudor #Fe...
Ep. 125 | Four More Things
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Here we talk about the impact the Fall of Constantinople had on Europe as well as learn about the new economy created by the Florentines. Then we jump...
Ep. 124 | The Renaissance Man?
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Leonardo DaVinci...who was he really and how did he contribute to the Renaissance and additionally to our world today? #bighornmedicinewheel
Ep. 123 | More Seafaring & Something New Afoot
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We continue to learn about Henry's quest to find a sea route around Africa and what is discovered along the way...as well as a new map. Then, in t...
Ep. 122 | Winged Caravels
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We discover the books of Genevieve Foster and through her meet Prince Henry the Navigator. Topics discussed here include the beginnings of the Age of ...
Ep. 121 | It Bends Toward Justice
31 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We revisit the book "The Air We Breathe" by discussing the idea of Progress. Lots of thoughtful conversation about the relationship between ...
Ep. 120 | The Persevering Type
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're in the 15th century and using the source "Fine Print" by Joann Johansen Bach we discover some interesting details about Guttenberg...
Ep. 119 | Istanbul not Constantinople
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Constantine established his capital of the Roman Empire in the 4th century. This is a report on how it came to an end. We also include a brief overvie...
Ep. 118 | Pizza & Pazzi
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We return to D'Medici and focus on a particular "Renaissance Prince" and some competing families. Along the way, we catch up on the papa...
Ep. 117 | Gonfalonier
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The history of Italy is surprisingly different than other parts of Europe. Here we discuss why and talk about a particular "family." #medici...
Ep. 116 | Renaissance Historiography
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How does an era get its name? A discussion of Jacob Burckhardt gives insight into how we see and think about the Renaissance. We also begin looking at...
Ep. 115 | A Ploughman Be-uth
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a journey through Middle English, life in the 14th century for the average folk, and some laughs.
Ep. 114 | Jeff Chaucer and His Tales
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We take an up close look at the waning days of the Middle Ages and those who make up that society through a work of literature. #thecanteburytales
Ep. 113 | 1300's - Do not recommend.
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The 14th century is considered by some as one of the worst in history....why? Here we take a look at the cumulative effect of that period on the minds...
Ep. 112 | Pious Joan
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We revisit the "church of piety" with a close look at a girl of the Middle Ages who shaped history. #joanofarc (We also talk about Bigfoot!)...
Ep. 111 | The Truth Offices of Wycliffe & Huss
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the midst of some entertaining and sometimes deep discussion, we look into the lives of two men of the 14th and early 15th century. They were convi...
Ep. 110 | Plural Papacies and a Family Feud
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Easter talk followed up with some interesting events of the 14th century. The credibility of the office of the Pope continues to decline, and the Brit...
Ep. 109 | Identity and Corruption
29 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After our usual banter (or unusual banter!)...we discuss the decline of papal prestige around the 14th century. Specifically the Church losing focus o...
Ep. 108 | Cold and Black
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After some "pool game " discussion, we visit some often underreported topics of the Middle Ages. #littleiceage #blackdeath
Ep. 107 | Peregrination or Pool Game
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We finish our look "around" Thomas Aquinas, and move into travel, commerce, and adventure. We hear from Marco Polo himself!
Ep. 106 | Did Aquinas Define Us?
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we begin our discussion of Thomas Aquinas and his huge impact on history. Who was he and what's the big deal? Resources used in t...
Ep. 105 | We've Been Khan'd
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A discussion of a newer and different perspective on Genghis Kahn. We also spend some time reflecting on his role in the overall story. Major resourc...
Ep. 104 | Wrath of Khan?
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We return to our timeline with a discussion of the origin of the Mongols and the Great Kahn. We also mention how perspective and new information make ...
Ep. 103 | A Red Cross & 900 year old Scars
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We begin with a "mystery bag" and the paranormal. Content starts around minute 20 with some various topics of the Middle Ages about William ...
Ep. 102 | A Miracle?
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Here we see the roots of technology and human rights in the Middle Ages and spend the majority of our time exploring the idea of Scientific Revolution...
Ep. 101 | Air We Breathe
05 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We're back! We return from our "break" to laugh and jump back in to looking at HIStory through the lens of our Christian eyes. While we ...
Ep. 100 | Hekaton
30 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We celebrate Episode 100 by welcoming 2 special guests! Angie introduces comments from Thomas Cahill that help us add to and review some of our stops ...
Ep. 99 | "Universitas" - it's Latin
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As we discuss the rise of universities and their history we see the dedication to the search for knowledge and how that search comes from Christian th...
Ep. 98 | Not the Person but the Law
17 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We continue and complete our look at the principles running through the Magna Carta, and how those principles are derived directly from the Christian ...
Ep. 97 | Forgotten Roots
10 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Here we take a deeper look into the Magna Carta. What are the underlying principles that cause it to be a foundational document for the democracies of...
Ep. 96 | Lackland's Legacy
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Peeking into the 13th century we revisit England. We're laying the background and setting for a foundational moment in history. Those mentioned in...
Ep. 95 | There Was No Word for Freedom
21 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Where and how did a free market economy (capitalism) begin? We discuss the answers that the Middle Ages give us. Resource: How the West Won by Rodney...
Ep. 94 | Inspirational Spaces & Free Will
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we do a short history of the actual church houses of worship. Then we have a reflective discussion on how the idea of free will has sh...
Ep. 93 | The Age of Innocent's
06 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After a short comment on current events and prayer, we do a deep dive into Pope Innocent III.
Ep. 92 | Richard and the Machinations
28 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After some interesting (and mostly relevant) discussion on what we're learning, we are introduced to the details of King Richard the Lionheart and...
Ep. 91 | Corruption, Frank and Dom
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
New voices for reform in the church arise in the 11th and 12th centuries. Topics discussed here include heresy, mendicant orders, Bernard of Clairvaux...
Ep. 90 | There Are Some Upsides
10 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What consequences did the Crusades bring to their immediate time in history and to the following decades? We discuss that here as well as some medieva...
Ep. 89 | Ninjas for Christ
01 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After a conversation on our changing perspectives on history we continue learning about the Crusades. The 2nd, 3rd, 4th and Following Crusades are cov...
Ep. 88 | Urban Legend
23 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
So what really were the motivations behind the Crusades? We discuss that along with some details about the First Crusade.
Ep. 87 | Perhaps a Misconception
16 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This one is interesting as we talk around our common assumptions, Rodney Stark, 911, Bill Clinton, the Enlightemnent, and other things. All of this is...
Ep. 86 | Papal Reign, Papal Reign
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After discussing how the sacraments of the church were an essential part of life in the Middle Ages, we hear about the encounter of Gregory VII and He...
Ep. 85 | Piety or Power
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There are some tensions throughout the history of the church that we identify and discuss. We talk some about the concept of "how did we get here." Th...
Ep. 84 | 92 Kicks and Ten 66
17 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We have a long story about our Dad's 92nd birthday at the beginning of this one! Skip to minute 20 to start the content on the impact of the Norman co...
Ep. 83 | Harthacnut...and all that
05 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The story of the family drama and back story of the Battle of Hastings, 1066.
Ep. 82 | The Schism is Gonna Get You
29 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
1054 is known as a pivotal year in church history which effects HIStory. Here we talk about the event and the things leading up to it and after it, wh...
Ep. 81 | Bones, Honor and Respect
21 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A discussion of the rational behind relics and the relationships of Feudalism. Also an interesting comparison of work today and work in the Middle Age...
Ep. 80 | Don't Go In The Woods
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is a look at the spiritual perspective of folks in the Middle Ages. After talking about life being dominated and enveloped by Christianity . We d...
Ep. 79 | Lords, Barons, Villains and Smurf's?
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We begin the year with an attempt to begin to get into the mindset of the Middle Ages. We introduce Feudalism and talk about how one became a knight; ...
Ep. 78 | The First Millennium
05 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As we begin to change millennia in our HIStory we do a quick overview of those 1000 years (!!!) covered in Episodes 25-74. Next Episode Release will b...
Ep. 77 | Game of Kingdoms
21 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
An update and a look at early British history and why it's important. AND we make it into 4 positive digits on our timeline!
Ep. 76 | Working Title
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tad returns and the debate continues on the authenticity of Arthur. We look at more details and begin to dive into the history of England. Link to Smi...
Ep. 75 | Legit or Legend
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a special guest and a unique medieval story on this our 75th episode! Resources used in this episode : https://youtu.be/7fuVAnAZXHU https:...
Ep. 74 | In a New Light
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We finish our discussion on the Dark Ages idea with a look at the Bright Ages. Links to the books referenced in this episode: https://amzn.to/3VjtvOi ...
Ep. 73 | Archeological Evidence?
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We continue our discussion about unanswered questions concerning the Dark Ages with some interesting ideas about paper and a look at the East. Link to...
Ep. 72 | Controversial, Y'all
08 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
An interesting discussion of some unanswered questions (in Angie's mind) about the "Dark Ages" and how they came about. A look at archeology and one p...
Ep. 71 | A Simple Christian Soul
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We quickly (for us) jump into the content with a discussion of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II and how that relates to the history we are currently ...
Ep. 70 | S'ciavõ
25 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After 16 minutes of new Elvis trivia we return to the trade cliff hanger of the previous episode. Here we come to the discussion of the history of sla...
Ep. 69 | Veneer, Vikings, and Miniscule
15 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Great stories here and then content starts about minute 15. We fill in some details on the literary contributions of Charlemagne's reign and discuss h...
Ep. 68 | I Can Show You the World
08 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After a mystery bag reveal and some funny stories, we get to the content (about minute 14.) We discuss knowledge in the Middle Ages and introduce the ...
Ep. 67 | St Gus Inspires Al & Chuck!
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
(After a Wordle and cheating discussion) we return to Charlegmane and begin to discuss the emergence and creation of "Christendom." An important point...
Ep. 66 | The King, Your Grace
21 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After some map time we begin to talk about Christian perspectives of and barbarian perspectives of governors of the early middle ages. Then we introdu...
Ep. 65 | Pope makes the King an Emperor?!
12 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Here we tell the story of Charlemagne and Leo the 3rd. and how their actions set the course for the history of Europe. Main source for this Episode is...
Ep. 64 | Chuck the Great and...a white elephant gift???
05 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After some antidotal information we ponder the need this podcast meets. Then we introduce Charles the Great (Charlemagne) and begin to investigate the...
Ep. 63 | "Frank"ish History
30 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We start with some thoughts on how Islam impacted history and move into a discussion of the history of a particular German tribe, the Franks. We begin...
Ep. 62 | The Book of (Cali)fett
22 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How the map of history was radically changed quickly, and some thought provoking questions. link to maps and picture: https://ko-fi.com/historythrough...
Ep. 61 | Funky Cold?
15 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A discussion of sources and the idea of bias and how we approach it. Then we move on to introduce Mohammad, his story, and the basics of Islam. Kabaa...
Ep. 60 | Let's Catch Up!!
07 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A discussion, review, and recap of the history we have discussed from the birth of Christ through the 6th century...with some insights.
Ep. 59 | Creating Culture
01 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The pieces and characters of our story are coming together as we see a new culture arising in the west. Link for Christopher Dawson book quoted in thi...
Ep. 58 | Cross, Book, Plow & Greg
23 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The pieces are starting to come together as we talk here about Gregory and his role in history. Also a link to our visual... [Castle Sant 'Angelo] htt...
Ep. 57 | Hey, hey, It's the Monks!
16 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The interesting story of Christian monks and the beginning of the story of how they have shaped history. And some recipes and lots of laughs. Support ...