History Told Forward: The Stories That Shape Who We Are

History Told Forward is a storytelling podcast that looks at the past with an eye toward the present. Through narrative-driven episodes, the show explores historical events, figures, and moments that continue to shape how we live, lead, and make decisions today.Rather than focusing on timelines or trivia, each episode examines the context, consequences, and human choices behind history — revealing patterns, lessons, and perspectives that still matter.History Told Forward is for listeners who want more than facts, and who believe understanding the past is essential to understanding the world we live in now.

History Told Forward: The Stories That Shape Who We Are is a history podcast hosted by Donald Dunn, with 10 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Donald Dunn hosts History Told Forward: The Stories That Shape Who We Are, a history show with 10 episodes published.

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  Episode #6

  The Real Problem in American Politics Isn’t Left vs Right — It’s Civic Confusion

  Mar 3, 202650 minS0

  <p>Why do so many Americans struggle to understand how their government actually works? In this episode of History Told Forward, host Donald Dunn sits down with Marine Corps veteran and civic educator Carl Abel, founder of Crayon Box Politics, to discuss the real issue behind America’s political divide: civic confusion.</p><p>After two decades in the United States Marine Corps, Carl Abel began questioning why even highly trained professionals—including military members—often lack a clear understanding of government systems and civic responsibility. That realization led him to create Crayon Box Politics and develop The Archivist, a platfo...

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  Episode #5

  John Kiriakou: Whistleblower Inside the CIA’s Torture Program

  Feb 17, 20261h 5mS0

  <p>What really happens when a government insider decides to speak out?</p><p>In this episode of History Told Forward, former CIA officer John Kiriakou shares the story that reshaped his life and ignited a global debate. After spending 15 years inside the Central Intelligence Agency as a Middle East analyst and counterterrorism operative, Kiriakou became the first U.S. official to publicly confirm the CIA’s use of waterboarding and other “enhanced interrogation techniques.”</p><p>The consequences were severe.</p><p>Kiriakou discusses the post-9/11 transformation of the CIA, the realities of intelligence work, the ethics and legality of tor...

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  Episode #4

  What do New Yorkers really think about Andrew Cuomo, and New York Politics.

  Feb 9, 20261 hourS0

  <p>What do New Yorkers really think about Andrew Cuomo, politics, and the culture surrounding power and accountability?</p><p>In this episode, we sit down with filmmaker Sara Alessandrini, creator of the documentary miniseries This Is What New Yorkers Say, to unpack the real conversations happening on the streets of New York. Filmed over five years, her project captures unfiltered public opinion during and after the controversial tenure of former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo.</p><p>Rather than pushing a political agenda, Alessandrini’s work explores the human side of modern politics—examining women’s empowerment, cancel culture, due pr...

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  History Told Forward: The Stories That Shape Who We Are

  Lost & Found: Tracy Smith's Journey to Rediscovering Identity - Authors After Action: Real Life Stories Behind the Books

  Feb 3, 202647 minS0

  <p>Tracy Smith takes us on an adventurous journey of self-discovery in this episode, highlighting how she found her identity by getting lost—literally and metaphorically. At 49, she booked a one-way ticket to Iceland, realizing that the life she had built no longer resonated with her. This leap of faith sparked her memoir, *The Purpose of Getting Lost*, which emphasizes that you don’t truly find yourself by staying put; you find yourself by embracing the unknown. Tracy's travels across various countries became acts of courage, helping her to break free from people-pleasing patterns and understand that belonging is something we c...

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  Episode #3

  Understanding Socialism: A Comprehensive Analysis of Its Failures

  Feb 2, 202656 minS0

  <p>The discourse presented in this podcast meticulously examines the myriad complexities surrounding socialism, with a particular focus on its inherent failures. I engage in a profound dialogue with our esteemed guest, Doug Cardell, an expert in economic policy, who elucidates the fundamental reasons socialism often falters in practice, despite its theoretical allure. Drawing upon extensive research and historical case studies, we explore the critical role of human behavior, incentives, and the price system—elements frequently overlooked in contemporary economic discussions. Cardell’s insights challenge the popular misconceptions surrounding socialism, advocating for a clear understanding of its implications and consequences in b...

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