Cutting Class

We’ve all heard the rumors that Disney has hidden sex symbols in their classic animated films. Be honest, haven’t you looked at least once? Joe and Jess dive into the rumor mill and try to get at the heart of this 1990’s “pornography for kids” scandal! Is it real? Is it a rumor? Whats the … 37- Are Disney’s Dirty Jokes Real?!Read More »

Did you know Russia sent women to fight in World War 2? Did you know that they terrified the Germans? Check out this episode on the badass babooshkas of WWII and some of the hilarious and embarrassing responses they received from Americans. Sources 1 2 3 4

Happy 4th of July! Today we’re unloading a special holiday episode celebrating America’s Independence! You may not know of the time in 1985 when scores of men stormed the beaches of Florida to wreck havoc on freedom loving Americans. Don’t worry, Chuck Norris took care of it! This was made into a feature-length film/documentary titled … 35- Chuck Norris Saves America!Read More »

World War II ended in 1945 but why on earth are a few Japanese men still fighting all the way up to the 1970s? Is this chivalry, stupidity, or something else? Join Jess and Joe as we look at three different men who were all “Japanese Holdouts” for different reasons. Sources 1 2 3 4 … 34- Never Gonna Give You UpRead More »

In 1986 Cleveland released 1.5 million balloons and set a new world record. They had no idea the chaos that would ensue. Join Jess and Joe for this fun look at the Balloon Madness of 1986! Pictures! 1   2   3   4   5 Sources 1 2 3 4  

Not all heroes of WWII were human! Today’s episode looks at a few of our furry or feathered friends who participated in man’s insatiable desire for death. Learn about some bizarre bats, a dangerous duck, an elderly elephant, a boozed-up bear, and a daring dog in today’s show! Sources 1 2 3 4 5 6 … 32- Animal Heroes of WWIIRead More »

During WWI two notorious laws would be passed. The Espionage and Sedition Acts would drastically limit the freedom of speech and prohibit Americans from criticizing the war, the draft, and even the government itself. Amazingly, when challenged, the Supreme Court defended these as not contradictory of the 1st Amendment! Today we discuss Schenk v. US … 31- Banning Free Speech in AmericaRead More »

Imagine a war hero who never fired a gun. Crazy right? Desmond Doss did just that during WWII as he refused to use a rifle and insisted purely on acting as a medic to his men. You may have even seen the recent film about his life titled “Hacksaw Ridge.” We’ll talk about how realistic this … 30- A Hero Without A WeaponRead More »

School shootings continue to plague America. As high-school teachers, this hits especially close to home. On today’s bonus episode. Jess and Joe discuss their thoughts on school shootings, reason’s why some proposed solutions will not work, and some suggestions of our own. We’re not experts and we don’t claim to have the solution. But we … 29- Thoughts on School ShootingsRead More »

Today is a story of horror and gore! Elizabeth Bathory was once accused of killing over 600 young girls and literally bathing in their blood. How much of this story is true and how much of this is simply legend? Let’s find out!

It’s Finland’s frozen Thermopylae! Prepare for one of the greatest stories of World War II you’ve never heard about! The Winter War between Russia and Finland is easily one of the most amazing stories rarely told! Today We look at bravery in the face of overwhelming numbers and the world’s most deadly sniper. Who would  … 27- Finland’s Glorious Last StandRead More »

Ever heard of the sword-wielding, bow-shooting, bag-pipe playing, Nazi buster of World War 2? Check out this episode on Britain’s 20th century medieval hero! “Mad Jack” Churchill is the first of many of our series on WW2 heroes.

In 2018 one controversy rages on and must be dealt with. What exactly is the shape of our planet?! Here we look into just a small portion of the bizarre beliefs behind Flat Earth believers. We could do more but it would just give us all a headache.

Today we embark on a very fitting Podcast Crossover Episode to talk about the new Avengers Infinity War movie. SPOILERS so you’re warned! Join us and the boys over at OmniGeeks as we react to this blockbuster film. Fair warning, this is a pretty rough edit with coughs, interruptions, and stupid statements included.

This is it! Today’s China is a bleak and scary place as we see Deng’s policies unravel and Xi Jinping set himself up as an authoritarian with powers rivaling that of Mao Zedong. This is a must-listen-to episode that will give you the chills! Tell us what you think of this wild new world!

What Come’s Next? Soon You’ll See! From the 1970s to the 1990s China underwent rapid economic growth under the leadership of Deng Xiaoping. Is this the end of the CCP? Is Capitalism here to save the day? Find out on this episode of Cutting Class!

You say you want a Revolution? The CCP tried to win the hearts of the youth after the Great Flop Forward. They didn’t know what horrors would be let loose by young adults when given the chance. Check out this wild tale of the Chinese Cultural Revolution!

Who says you can’t be a commune farmer by day and steel worker by night? Learn about one of biggest flops of Communism with the Great Leap Forward! The Five Year Plans of Stalinist Russia went so well then why not try it in China? What could possibly go wrong? We’re laying the groundwork for … 20- China’s Communist Calamity Pt. 1Read More »

Learn about the bizarre butchery of America’s 20th President. Today we cover the little known president James Garfield and the major issue facing his presidency that lead to his murder! Not only that, but we get gruesome with some medical malpractice that ends this poor guy.

For some, a game of Monopoly feels like an endless trap with your family. But  during World War II, it could be a blessing in disguise. Today we learn about how British and US forces used Monopoly boards to break POWs out of Nazi prison camps. Sources 1 2 3 4 5 6