American History Hit

History Hit

Join Don Wildman twice a week for your hit of American history, as he explores the past to help us understand the United States of today. We’ll hear how codebreakers uncovered secret Japanese plans for the Battle of Midway, visit Chief Powhatan as he prepares for war with the British, see Walt Disney accuse his former colleagues of being communists, and uncover the dark history that lies beneath Central Park. From pre-colonial America to independence, slavery to civil rights, the gold rush to the space race, join Don as he speaks to leading experts to delve into America’s past. New episodes every Monday and Thursday. Brought to you by History Hit, the award-winning podcast network and world’s best history channel on demand, featuring shows like Dan Snow’s History Hit, Not Just The Tudors and Betwixt the Sheets.Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week and ad-free podcasts. Read more

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Episodes

The Quakers' Rebellious Origins

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12/01/2025 43:06 Thanksgiving

11/27/2025 44:47Crime of the Century: Who Kidnapped Charles Lindbergh Jr?

11/24/2025 51:38What was the Satanic Panic?

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American History Hit is an award-winning show that takes you back in time as it analyzes all aspects of American history. Don Wildman explores the deep past and presents an easy-to-understand context to help us comprehend what's happening today. The American History Hit episodes provide an educative and entertaining space where historians bring their vast knowledge of American history. Listen in every Wednesday and Thursday to learn about the United States, from the pre-colonial times to uncovering Central Park's dark past.