Behind the Bastards

This episode of *Behind the Bastards* profiles Don Simpson, the influential producer who co-created the blockbuster era with Jerry Bruckheimer.

This compilation episode features an article by Caio Almendra detailing how Lula’s campaign in Brazil reversed a first-round deficit through…

This episode of Behind the Bastards examines the political career of Dennis Hastert, focusing on his rise to become Speaker of the House and his role in passing the Contract with America.

This episode of Behind the Bastards examines the life of Dennis Hastert, the longest-serving Republican Speaker of the House, who died in 2026.

This compilation episode features a detailed analysis of the upcoming Israeli elections, highlighting how the contest between right-wing factions…

This episode of Behind the Bastards examines Peter Rockman, a notorious London slumlord who coined the term "Rockmanism" to describe his exploitative business practices.

This episode explores the life of Peter Rockman, a Jewish Polish immigrant whose name became synonymous with exploitative landlordism in the UK.

This compilation episode features Dan Elkurd discussing accusations of downplaying anti-Semitism after his remarks on attacks on academic freedom,…

In this episode, host Jason Pargin explores the "attention economy" and how the lack of consequences for harmful behavior fuels the rise of nuisance streamers.

Hosts discuss the rise of "nuisance streamers" and rage baiting, focusing on Dalton Etherly, who was shot after provoking a confrontation with racial slurs.

Garrison Davis and Robert Evans analyze the 2026 midterm election landscape, highlighting a historic 26-page letter from Iran’s IRGC urging Americans to vote against their government.

This episode of Behind the Bastards features Dr.

In this episode, Dr.

This compilation episode from *It Could Happen Here* explores the historical decline of the international workers' movement, analyzing how internal…

In this episode, hosts Sophie and Robert are joined by Kristen Conger to discuss Heinrich Schliemann, a destructive amateur archaeologist who illegally excavated the site of Troy.

Hosted by Robert Evans and guest Kristen Conger, this episode of Behind the Bastards explores the destructive legacy of 19th-century archaeologists.

This compilation episode features a detailed report on the US military's extrajudicial boat strikes in the Caribbean and Pacific, which have killed over 234 people since September 2025.

This episode examines Martin Niemöller’s early life, revealing his violent Freikorps service against communists and his initial support for the Nazi Party.

Host and guest Margaret Killjoy examine the life of German poet Martin Niemöller, challenging the common narrative that he was a passive, apolitical critic of the Nazis.

This episode examines the systematic nature of West Bank settler violence, arguing that incidents like livestock theft and sieges represent state…

This episode of *Behind the Bastards* details Radovan Karadžić’s rise from disgraced psychiatrist to the leader of the Bosnian Serb entity, tracing his shift from the Green Party to ethno-nationalism.

This episode of Behind the Bastards explores the life of Radovan Karadžić, a Bosnian Serb leader responsible for the Bosnian genocide who later reinvented himself as a new-age energy healer.

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This episode of Behind the Bastards, featuring guest David Bell, examines Francis Galton’s contributions to forensic science, including the…

This episode of Behind the Bastards continues its deep dive into Francis Galton, the inventor of eugenics and the "nature versus nurture" concept.

Journalist and scholar Hassan Hassan discusses his book, "Counter Revolution in Egypt," arguing that Sisi’s regime is a new "Second Republic"…

This episode of Behind the Bastards begins a series on Francis Galton, the father of eugenics, by examining his vile personal conduct during his explorations.

Hosts Dave and Christopher Bell introduce Francis Galton, the Victorian scientist who invented eugenics and modern statistical concepts like correlation.

An Al Kurdd analyzes the structural flaws of the "Board of Peace," arguing that its design—featuring Trump, Netanyahu, and business elites while…

This episode of Behind the Bastards explores websites enabling sex crimes, focusing on Dominique Pellico and the platform Coco.

Hosts discuss the rise of Coco.

Kevin Foster examines billionaire Tom Dundon’s demand for $600 million in public funds to renovate Portland’s Moda Center, exposing the flawed economics of sports subsidies.

This episode debunks myths surrounding Percy Fawcett, the inspiration for Indiana Jones, revealing him as a delusional occultist rather than a heroic explorer.

Hosts and guest Miriam expose Percy Fawcett, the British explorer often cited as Indiana Jones’ real-life inspiration, as a fraudulent and abusive figure.

This compilation episode features a deep dive into American imperialism with guest James, exploring how the U.

This episode of Behind the Bastards features guest James Stout discussing Francisco Solano Lopez, the incompetent dictator of Paraguay.

Host Robert Evans and guest James Stout discuss Francisco Solano López, the dictator of Paraguay who inadvertently caused a genocide against his own people through disastrous military incompetence.

This compilation episode features hosts Robert Evans and Mia Long discussing unprecedented protests in India against Prime Minister Modi’s…

Hosted by Zarin Burnett, this episode profiles Palantir CEO Alex Karp, tracing his shift from a left-wing philosophy student to a staunch defender of Western surveillance.

Hosts Robert Evans and Sophie Ellett are joined by Zarin Burnett to discuss Alex Karp, CEO of Palantir.

Host Amir Wong speaks with Lake and Andy from the Gender Affirming Care Workers Alliance about their independent unionization efforts at Real U Electrolysis in Lakewood.

Host Matt Rogers and guest Dr.

Hosts and guest Dr.

This compilation episode features two segments: first, Elia Ayyub analyzes a controversial trilateral agreement between Lebanon, Israel, and the US,…

Hosted by Samantha McVeigh, this episode details Rebecca Felton’s post-Civil War life, covering her activism against convict leasing and her inflammatory advocacy for lynching to protect white women.

This episode of Behind the Bastards examines Rebecca Felton, the technically first female U.

In this compilation episode of "It Could Happen Here," host Robert Evans and guest Carl Casarda discuss the complexities of gun ownership following the election.

This episode examines the moral decay within Navy SEALs during the Global War on Terror, focusing on war crimes like "canoeing" and the mythologized Lone Survivor mission.

Hosts discuss Richard Marcinko’s controversial legacy, detailing his founding of SEAL Team 6 and subsequent disgrace for torturing a civilian during Red Cell exercises.

Host Garrison Davis interviews EFF’s Cooper Quinton on the Supreme Court’s ruling that geofence warrants constitute a Fourth Amendment search.