History Hyenas with Chris Distefano and Yannis Pappas

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  HOW THEY ESCAPED: HISTORY’S MOST INSANE PRISON BREAKS | History Hyenas 17.09.2026 1t 10min

  What actually happens when you try to dig your way out of a high-security prison—and what happens on the yard once you get caught? On this episode of History Hyenas, Chris Distefano and Yannis Pappas are breaking down the wild world of famous prison breaks, the strict unwritten rules of prison gang hierarchy, and the bizarre geopolitical reality of racial segregation behind bars. Plus, the boys tackle one of the most absurd prison dilemmas in history: In a system divided strictly by race, which gang does a Jewish person join? (Spoiler: The answer is WILD and completely nonsensical). Grab your shanks, lock in, and get ready for pure, unfiltered chaos. IT'S A WILD ONE, CUZ! Support our sponsors: Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://quo.com/HYENAS. One app. Every sport. All 50 states. New DraftKings customers, sign up with code HYENAS spend five bucks to get two hundred in rewards within 21 days - includes all markets. https://quince.com/hyenas Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/scs3ncao #CashAppPod Join our Patreon at 👇 https://www.patreon.com/historyhyenas/ Subscribe to the poddy woddy Our YouTube!: https://bit.ly/2ARdDOz HH Clips:https://bit.ly/2YaK2Z8 iTunes: https://apple.co/2UQTHCc Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3fxtsc0 Hyenas Merch!!! https://store.historyhyenaspod.com Follow us Cuz! 🙆🏻‍♂️ Yannis Pappas Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yannispappas/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/yannispappas Website - https://www.yannispappascomedy.com/ 🙆🏼‍♂️ Chris Distefano Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisdcomedy/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/chrisdcomedy Website - https://www.chrisdcomedy.com/ 🐕More Hyenas Website: www.historyhyenasisback.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyhyenas/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryHyenas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/historyhyenaspod Gambling Problem? Call one eight hundred GAMBLER, one eight hundred MY RESET. Connecticut: call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven, visit CCPG dot org. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino in Kansas. Bet tax pass-through may apply in Illinois. Twenty one plus. Void in Canada. Bet with DraftKings Sportsbook to get Bonus bets that expire in seven days OR Trade with DraftKings Predictions to get Predictions Dollars that expire in one year. Event contract trading involves risk of loss. Predictions offer void in New York. Non-withdrawable Rewards issued as Fifty dollar click-to-claims every seven days for twenty-one days. Terms at d k n g dot c o slash offer. Limited time offer. Nationwide based on Sportsbook, Predictions, and Free-to-Play Sports Contest availability. Varies by State. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Cash App Green features, Savings, Direct deposit, Round ups, Overdraft coverage and Discounts provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  9/11, 25 Years Later: Truth, Lies & Conspiracies | History Hyenas 10.09.2026 1t 13min

  It is what it is, cuzzies! 25 years after 9/11, the kidddddds are back to breakdown the wild world of truth, lies, and pure unadulterated conspiracies. In this episode, Chris Distefano and Yannis Pappas are taking a look back at the day that changed the world forever. From the official narrative to the absolute wildest rabbit holes on the internet, the boys are dissecting the propaganda, the media spin, and the classic conspiracy theories—all through the trademark History Hyenas lens. Was it an inside job? Did jet fuel melt steel beams? Or are we all just wild wild kids looking for answers? We’re cracking open the vault, going full WILD, and leaving no stone unturned. Make sure to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to keep the kids fed! #HistoryHyenas #ChrisDistefano #YannisPappas #911 #25YearsLater #ConspiracyTheories #Podcast Support our sponsors: New DraftKings customers, sign up with code HYENAS spend five bucks to get $200 in rewards within 21 days - includes all markets. Right now, when you buy two months of BlueChew Gold, you get the third for FREE with promo code HYENAS. https://BlueChew.com Go to https://ButcherBox.com/HYENAS to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always. Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/scs3ncao #cashapppod Join our Patreon at 👇 https://www.patreon.com/historyhyenas/ Subscribe to the poddy woddy Our YouTube!: https://bit.ly/2ARdDOz HH Clips:https://bit.ly/2YaK2Z8 iTunes: https://apple.co/2UQTHCc Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3fxtsc0 Hyenas Merch!!! https://store.historyhyenaspod.com Follow us Cuz! 🙆🏻‍♂️ Yannis Pappas Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yannispappas/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/yannispappas Website - https://www.yannispappascomedy.com/ 🙆🏼‍♂️ Chris Distefano Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisdcomedy/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/chrisdcomedy Website - https://www.chrisdcomedy.com/ 🐕More Hyenas Website: www.historyhyenasisback.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyhyenas/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryHyenas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/historyhyenaspod Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Cash App Green features, Savings, Direct deposit, Round ups, Overdraft coverage and Discounts provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Gambling Problem? Call one eight hundred GAMBLER, one eight hundred MY RESET. Connecticut: call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven, visit CCPG dot org. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino in Kansas. Bet tax pass-through may apply in Illinois. Twenty one plus. Void in Canada. Bet with DraftKings Sportsbook to get Bonus bets that expire in seven days OR Trade with DraftKings Predictions to get Predictions Dollars that expire in one year. Event contract trading involves risk of loss. Predictions offer void in New York. Non-withdrawable Rewards issued as Fifty dollar click-to-claims every seven days for twenty-one days. Terms at d k n g dot c o slash offer. Limited time offer. Nationwide based on Sportsbook, Predictions, and Free-to-Play Sports Contest availability. Varies by State. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Can You Actually Prove God Exists? St. Thomas Aquinas Says Yes | History Hyenas 03.09.2026 1t 13min

  In this episode of History Hyenas, Chris Distefano and Yannis Pappas get absolute WILD taking a dive into the medieval mind of St. Thomas Aquinas—the ultimate "Dumb Ox" who completely changed the game of Christian theology! We’re breaking down how Tommy A took ancient pagan philosophy from Aristotle and remixed it to create his famous Five Proofs of God (the Quinque Viae). Is God real or is it just pure character? We break down the "Unmoved Mover," primary causes, and why taking pagan logic to prove the Catholic Almighty had the medieval church losing its mind. It’s a full-blown situation, cuz! Expect unhinged tangents, medieval hot takes, and two cuzzie-wuzzies trying to understand metaphysics without losing their last brain cells. Make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE, like the video, and drop a comment below—are you an Aristotelian or are you just WILD?! #HistoryHyenas #ThomasAquinas #Aristotle #Philosophy #ChrisDistefano #YannisPappas #Podcast Support our Sponsors: Taking care of your health just got easier – start here with Zocdoc: https://zocdoc.com/hyenas #sponsored Go to https://ButcherBox.com/HYENAS to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always. Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/scs3ncao #CashAppPod Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Cash App Green features, Savings, Direct deposit, Round ups, Overdraft coverage and Discounts provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Join our Patreon at 👇 https://www.patreon.com/historyhyenas/ Subscribe to the poddy woddy Our YouTube!: https://bit.ly/2ARdDOz HH Clips:https://bit.ly/2YaK2Z8 iTunes: https://apple.co/2UQTHCc Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3fxtsc0 Hyenas Merch!!! https://store.historyhyenaspod.com Follow us Cuz! 🙆🏻‍♂️ Yannis Pappas Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yannispappas/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/yannispappas Website - https://www.yannispappascomedy.com/ 🙆🏼‍♂️ Chris Distefano Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisdcomedy/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/chrisdcomedy Website - https://www.chrisdcomedy.com/ 🐕More Hyenas Website: www.historyhyenasisback.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyhyenas/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryHyenas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/historyhyenaspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Last Lick B4 Lexapro | History Hyenas 27.08.2026 1t 17min

  It’s the boys’ birthday week, so our two favorite lady brains are taking some much-needed self-care time. 💅 But don’t worry—the mayhem continues! Here’s a FREE bonus episode of History Hyenas, normally found behind the paywall at patreon.com/historyhyenas. When the boys are locked away, the chaos gets even crazier. Enjoy the bonus episode—and happy birthday, boys! 🐺🔥 #HistoryHyenas #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BonusEpisode #Patreon #YannisPappas #ChrisDistefano Support our sponsors: Go to https://zbiotics.com/HYENAS and use HYENAS at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/hyenas! #squarepod Ready to reach your goals? Visit https://hims.com/hyenas to get a personalized, affordable plan that gets you. To explore coverage, visit https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/HYENAS Join our Patreon at 👇 https://www.patreon.com/historyhyenas/ Subscribe to the poddy woddy Our YouTube!: https://bit.ly/2ARdDOz HH Clips:https://bit.ly/2YaK2Z8 iTunes: https://apple.co/2UQTHCc Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3fxtsc0 Hyenas Merch!!! https://store.historyhyenaspod.com Follow us Cuz! 🙆🏻‍♂️ Yannis Pappas Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yannispappas/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/yannispappas Website - https://www.yannispappascomedy.com/ 🙆🏼‍♂️ Chris Distefano Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisdcomedy/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/chrisdcomedy Website - https://www.chrisdcomedy.com/ 🐕More Hyenas Website: www.historyhyenasisback.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyhyenas/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryHyenas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/historyhyenaspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  How World War II Created the Suburbs | History Hyenas 20.08.2026 1t 18min

  How did World War II help create the modern American suburb? This week, the History Hyenas dive into **Levittown, the GI Bill, and the postwar housing boom** that transformed Long Island—and eventually America. We break down how returning GIs, government-backed mortgages, mass-production construction, and the GI Bill turned potato fields into rows of affordable homes. We also look at the **Marshall Plan**, the booming postwar economy, the rise of the automobile, and how America went from crowded cities to the suburban dream. But there was a darker side to that dream. **Racial discrimination and restrictive housing policies kept many Black veterans and other minorities out of communities like Levittown**, helping create the racial and economic divisions that still shape American suburbs today. From World War II to the white picket fence, **this is the story of how America became Suburbia.** #HistoryHyenas #Levittown #LongIsland #GI Bill #WorldWarII #MarshallPlan #AmericanHistory #Suburbia #History #PostwarAmerica Support our Sponsors: Head to https://forkfulmeals.com/HYENAS for 50% off your first order today! Upgrade your everyday. Go to https://quince.com/HYENAS for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada and the UK, too. Right now, when you buy two months of BlueChew Gold, you get the third for FREE with promo code HYENAS. Start your free trial at https://SHOPIFY.COM/hyenas Join our Patreon at 👇 https://www.patreon.com/historyhyenas/ Subscribe to the poddy woddy Our YouTube!: https://bit.ly/2ARdDOz HH Clips:https://bit.ly/2YaK2Z8 iTunes: https://apple.co/2UQTHCc Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3fxtsc0 Hyenas Merch!!! https://store.historyhyenaspod.com Follow us Cuz! 🙆🏻‍♂️ Yannis Pappas Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yannispappas/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/yannispappas Website - https://www.yannispappascomedy.com/ 🙆🏼‍♂️ Chris Distefano Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisdcomedy/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/chrisdcomedy Website - https://www.chrisdcomedy.com/ 🐕More Hyenas Website: www.historyhyenasisback.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyhyenas/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryHyenas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/historyhyenaspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  The French Vikings | History Hyenas 13.08.2026 1t 4min

  The boys go back to 1066 for one of the most famous battles in history: **The Battle of Hastings** and the rise of **William the Conqueror**. How did a Viking-descended duke from Normandy end up conquering England? Who were the **French Vikings**, and how did these descendants of Norse raiders become the Normans? We break down William’s wild claim to the English throne, Harold Godwinson, the Norman invasion, the legendary shield wall, and the battle that changed England forever. **Vikings, Normans, kings, betrayal, and one of the most consequential battles in medieval history.** #HistoryHyenas #BattleOfHastings #WilliamTheConqueror #Vikings #Normans #1066 #EnglishHistory #MedievalHistory #HistoryPodcast Support our sponsors: For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping, AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at https://Mengotomars.com. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://quo.com/HYENAS. Protect your home from summer bugs. Go to https://pestie.com/HYENAS for 10% off your order. Join our Patreon at 👇 https://www.patreon.com/historyhyenas/ Subscribe to the poddy woddy Our YouTube!: https://bit.ly/2ARdDOz HH Clips:https://bit.ly/2YaK2Z8 iTunes: https://apple.co/2UQTHCc Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3fxtsc0 Hyenas Merch!!! https://store.historyhyenaspod.com Follow us Cuz! 🙆🏻‍♂️ Yannis Pappas Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yannispappas/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/yannispappas Website - https://www.yannispappascomedy.com/ 🙆🏼‍♂️ Chris Distefano Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisdcomedy/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/chrisdcomedy Website - https://www.chrisdcomedy.com/ 🐕More Hyenas Website: www.historyhyenasisback.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyhyenas/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryHyenas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/historyhyenaspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  The Unknown Dark Influence of Martin Luther | History Hyenas 06.08.2026 1t 6min

  Martin Luther didn't just challenge the Catholic Church—he helped change the course of Western civilization. This week on **History Hyenas**, the boys dive into the wild story of the monk who took on the most powerful institution in Europe. From the infamous **95 Theses** and the sale of indulgences to the printing press, peasant revolts, and the birth of Protestantism, Yannis and Chris break down how one man sparked a revolution that reshaped religion, politics, and culture forever. But Luther's legacy isn't all heroic. The Hyenas also tackle the darker side of his story, including his vicious antisemitic writings later in life, how they influenced centuries of anti-Jewish thought, and why his work remains both revolutionary and deeply controversial. Was Luther a hero, a troublemaker, or both? History gets the Hyenas treatment: hilarious, chaotic, and surprisingly educational. 👍 Like, subscribe, and leave a comment with the historical figure you want us to cover next! #HistoryHyenas #MartinLuther #ProtestantReformation #HistoryPodcast #95Theses #EuropeanHistory #Religion #ComedyPodcast Support our sponsors: To explore coverage, visit https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/HYENAS https://zocdoc.com/HYENAS Right now, when you buy two months of BlueChew Gold, you get the third for FREE with promo code HYENAS. Upgrade your everyday. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to https://quince.com/HYENAS for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada and the UK, too. Join our Patreon at 👇 https://www.patreon.com/historyhyenas/ Subscribe to the poddy woddy Our YouTube!: https://bit.ly/2ARdDOz HH Clips:https://bit.ly/2YaK2Z8 iTunes: https://apple.co/2UQTHCc Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3fxtsc0 Hyenas Merch!!! https://store.historyhyenaspod.com Follow us Cuz! 🙆🏻‍♂️ Yannis Pappas Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yannispappas/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/yannispappas Website - https://www.yannispappascomedy.com/ 🙆🏼‍♂️ Chris Distefano Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisdcomedy/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/chrisdcomedy Website - https://www.chrisdcomedy.com/ 🐕More Hyenas Website: www.historyhyenasisback.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyhyenas/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryHyenas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/historyhyenaspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  John Wayne Gacy: Cool as a Cucumber | History Hyenas 30.07.2026 1t 19min

  The Hyenas are back in the old studio, and things go completely off the rails. This week, Yannis and Chrissy dive into their Woody Allen-esque obsession with New York City, explain why the suburbs just aren't for them, visit the legendary "jerk garage," and somehow end up quoting John Wayne Gacy (don't try this at home). They also discuss getting Iran out of Bay Ridge, wearing glucose monitors, being doomed from birth, the mysterious machine that creates all the chaos, searching for Jebediah, life after being "formerly a fatty," and what it's really like sharing an apartment with another comedian. It's classic History Hyenas: unfiltered stories, historical detours, dark humor, and enough wild takes to get everyone in trouble. 👍 Like, subscribe, and comment with the craziest moment from the episode. #HistoryHyenas #YannisPappas #ChrisDistefano #ComedyPodcast #NYC #StandUpComedy #NewYork #HistoryPodcast #Comedy #Podcast Support our sponsors: Head to https://forkfulmeals.com/HYENAS for 50% off your first order today! Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/hyenas! #squarepod Go to https://quince.com/HYENAS for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. Limited time: download Supremacy: World War 3 for free via our link and get an exclusive Elite Bomber Seasonal Unit worth $25 - but only for the next 30 days: https://con.onelink.me/kZW6/95z2moo4 Join our Patreon at 👇 https://www.patreon.com/historyhyenas/ Subscribe to the poddy woddy Our YouTube!: https://bit.ly/2ARdDOz HH Clips:https://bit.ly/2YaK2Z8 iTunes: https://apple.co/2UQTHCc Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3fxtsc0 Hyenas Merch!!! https://store.historyhyenaspod.com Follow us Cuz! 🙆🏻‍♂️ Yannis Pappas Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yannispappas/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/yannispappas Website - https://www.yannispappascomedy.com/ 🙆🏼‍♂️ Chris Distefano Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisdcomedy/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/chrisdcomedy Website - https://www.chrisdcomedy.com/ 🐕More Hyenas Website: www.historyhyenasisback.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyhyenas/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryHyenas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/historyhyenaspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Taking a bite out of Ireland | History Hyenas 23.07.2026 1t 9min

  Chris is back from a week in Ireland, so the Hyenas are diving headfirst into the Emerald Isle. 🇮🇪 The boys break down Ireland's incredible history—from Celtic tribes and Viking raids to English rule, the Great Famine, the Easter Rising, The Troubles, and the road to modern Ireland. Along the way, Chris shares stories from an unforgettable Irish wedding, the pubs, the people, and everything he experienced on the trip. It's history, comedy, and absolute chaos—the way only the Hyenas can do it. 👍 Like, subscribe, and let us know what country the Hyenas should tackle next! #HistoryHyenas #Ireland #IrishHistory #TheTroubles #GreatFamine #EasterRising #HistoryPodcast #YannisPappas #ChrisDistefano #ComedyPodcast Support our sponsors: Remember to head to https://zbiotics.com/HYENAS and use the code HYENAS at checkout for 15% off. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://quo.com/HYENAS. Right now, when you buy two months of BlueChew Gold, you get the third for FREE with promo code HYENAS. 3 Million Butts Love TUSHY. Get 10% off TUSHY with the code HYENAS at https://hellotushy.com/HYENAS Join our Patreon at 👇 https://www.patreon.com/historyhyenas/ Subscribe to the poddy woddy Our YouTube!: https://bit.ly/2ARdDOz HH Clips:https://bit.ly/2YaK2Z8 iTunes: https://apple.co/2UQTHCc Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3fxtsc0 Hyenas Merch!!! https://store.historyhyenaspod.com Follow us Cuz! 🙆🏻‍♂️ Yannis Pappas Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yannispappas/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/yannispappas Website - https://www.yannispappascomedy.com/ 🙆🏼‍♂️ Chris Distefano Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisdcomedy/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/chrisdcomedy Website - https://www.chrisdcomedy.com/ 🐕More Hyenas Website: www.historyhyenasisback.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyhyenas/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryHyenas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/historyhyenaspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  The Dirty War in Argentina | History Hyenas 16.07.2026 1t 5min

  Argentina's **Dirty War** remains one of the darkest chapters in modern history. This week on **History Hyenas**, Chris Distefano and Yannis Pappas dive into the military dictatorship that ruled Argentina from 1976–1983, the thousands of *desaparecidos* ("the disappeared"), the infamous death flights, Cold War politics, and how fear became a tool of government. The Hyenas break down the history with their signature mix of laughs, outrage, and wild tangents, exploring how a nation descended into state terror—and why the legacy of the Dirty War still shapes Argentina today. 👉 Subscribe for new episodes every week and let us know what historical topic you want the Hyenas to cover next. #HistoryHyenas #Argentina #DirtyWar #HistoryPodcast #MilitaryDictatorship #ColdWar #Desaparecidos #History #YannisPappas #ChrisDistefano Support our sponsors: Take Control of Your Money and claim $10 in US Stablecoin (USA₮)! Download now at http://wallet.rumble.com/hyenas and use the code HYENAS10. Get $10 Off at BRUNT with code HYENAS at https://www.bruntworkwear.com/HYENAS #Bruntpod Protect your home from summer bugs. Go to https://pestie.com/HYENAS for 10% off your order. Go to https://quince.com/hyenas for free shipping and 365-day returns Join our Patreon at 👇 https://www.patreon.com/historyhyenas/ Subscribe to the poddy woddy Our YouTube!: https://bit.ly/2ARdDOz HH Clips:https://bit.ly/2YaK2Z8 iTunes: https://apple.co/2UQTHCc Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3fxtsc0 Hyenas Merch!!! https://store.historyhyenaspod.com Follow us Cuz! 🙆🏻‍♂️ Yannis Pappas Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yannispappas/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/yannispappas Website - https://www.yannispappascomedy.com/ 🙆🏼‍♂️ Chris Distefano Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisdcomedy/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/chrisdcomedy Website - https://www.chrisdcomedy.com/ 🐕More Hyenas Website: www.historyhyenasisback.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyhyenas/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryHyenas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/historyhyenaspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  The Wild History of Futbol, Lionel Messi is a squeak | History Hyenas 09.07.2026 1t 8min

  ⚽ The biggest sporting event on Earth gets the Hyenas treatment. This week, the boys dive into the incredible history of the FIFA World Cup—from its unlikely beginnings to the moments that turned soccer into a global obsession. They break down the greatest goals ever scored, the legends who became immortal, and ask the ultimate sports debate: **What if America's greatest athletes grew up chasing the World Cup instead of the NFL or NBA?** Then things take a darker turn as they examine the controversy surrounding the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, the migrant labor system that built the tournament, and the debate over whether global scrutiny led to meaningful labor reforms—or simply exposed deeper human rights problems. History, sports, politics, hot takes, and absolute chaos—just the way the Hyenas like it. #HistoryHyenas #WorldCup #Soccer #Football #Messi #Maradona #Pele #Zidane #Qatar2022 #SportsHistory #ComedyPodcast Support our sponsors: https://zocdoc.com/HYENAS Right now, when you buy two months of BlueChew Gold, you get the third for FREE with promo code HYENAS. To explore coverage, visit https://ASPCApetinsurance.com/HYENAS. The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance. For terms and conditions visit: https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/more-info/state-documents-and-sample-policies/. Products are Join our Patreon at 👇 https://www.patreon.com/historyhyenas/ Subscribe to the poddy woddy Our YouTube!: https://bit.ly/2ARdDOz HH Clips:https://bit.ly/2YaK2Z8 iTunes: https://apple.co/2UQTHCc Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3fxtsc0 Hyenas Merch!!! https://store.historyhyenaspod.com Follow us Cuz! 🙆🏻‍♂️ Yannis Pappas Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yannispappas/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/yannispappas Website - https://www.yannispappascomedy.com/ 🙆🏼‍♂️ Chris Distefano Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisdcomedy/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/chrisdcomedy Website - https://www.chrisdcomedy.com/ 🐕More Hyenas Website: www.historyhyenasisback.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyhyenas/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryHyenas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/historyhyenaspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Colonial Williamsburg, Burger King at 2AM & American Chaos | History Hyenas 02.07.2026 1t 6min

  Step back in time with the Hyenas as the boys wander through **Colonial Williamsburg**, debate the magic of a **2AM Burger King run**, explore the gloriously chaotic decay of **Atlantic City**, and gush over the postcard-perfect charm of **Spring Lake** on the Jersey Shore. From America's colonial roots to late-night fast food, abandoned casinos, and one of the East Coast's prettiest beach towns, no topic is safe when the Hyenas are riffing. 👍 Like, subscribe, and let us know: What's the most underrated town in America? #HistoryHyenas #YannisPappas #ChrisDistefano #ColonialWilliamsburg #AtlanticCity #JerseyShore #SpringLake #ComedyPodcast #HistoryPodcast #AmericanHistory Join our Patreon at 👇 https://www.patreon.com/historyhyenas/ Subscribe to the poddy woddy Our YouTube!: https://bit.ly/2ARdDOz HH Clips:https://bit.ly/2YaK2Z8 iTunes: https://apple.co/2UQTHCc Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3fxtsc0 Hyenas Merch!!! https://store.historyhyenaspod.com Follow us Cuz! 🙆🏻‍♂️ Yannis Pappas Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yannispappas/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/yannispappas Website - https://www.yannispappascomedy.com/ 🙆🏼‍♂️ Chris Distefano Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisdcomedy/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/chrisdcomedy Website - https://www.chrisdcomedy.com/ 🐕More Hyenas Website: www.historyhyenasisback.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyhyenas/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryHyenas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/historyhyenaspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Craving Kit Harrington | History Hyenas 25.06.2026 1t 12min

  This week on History Hyenas, the boys tackle the most important historical event of 2026: Chris' wedding. From planning the big day to debating what makes a perfect wedding, Yannis and Chris break down the chaos, traditions, and inevitable family drama. Chris also recounts a chance encounter with Game of Thrones star Kit Harington that left him questioning his own attractiveness. Was it admiration, intimidation, or both? Plus, the Hyenas explore the deep connection Greeks and Italians have to food, family, and community. Why do some of life's biggest moments happen around a dinner table? The boys discuss how meals become the centerpiece of celebrations, weddings, holidays, and everyday life—and why breaking bread together remains one of the strongest bonds in any culture. Wedding planning, celebrity encounters, and a deep dive into the social power of food—it's a classic Hyenas episode. #HistoryHyenas #ChrisDistefano #YannisPappas #KitHarington #GameOfThrones #GreekCulture #ItalianCulture #FoodAndFamily #ComedyPodcast Join our Patreon at 👇 https://www.patreon.com/historyhyenas/ Subscribe to the poddy woddy Our YouTube!: https://bit.ly/2ARdDOz HH Clips:https://bit.ly/2YaK2Z8 iTunes: https://apple.co/2UQTHCc Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3fxtsc0 Hyenas Merch!!! https://store.historyhyenaspod.com Follow us Cuz! 🙆🏻‍♂️ Yannis Pappas Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yannispappas/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/yannispappas Website - https://www.yannispappascomedy.com/ 🙆🏼‍♂️ Chris Distefano Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisdcomedy/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/chrisdcomedy Website - https://www.chrisdcomedy.com/ 🐕More Hyenas Website: www.historyhyenasisback.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyhyenas/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryHyenas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/historyhyenaspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Knicks Parade & Texas Taxes | History Hyenas 18.06.2026 1t 9min

  The Hyenas are back! This week, Chris and Yannis break down the Knicks' long-awaited championship, the wild celebrations that followed, and why every sports victory somehow ends with people climbing poles and setting things on fire. Then they revisit the Shroud of Turin, exploring new evidence, fresh theories, and whether history's most famous relic is any closer to being solved. Plus: UFC at the White House. The boys dive into the bizarre collision of politics, sports, and spectacle as Dana White and Donald Trump bring the octagon to America's most famous address. Championship chaos. Ancient mysteries. Cage fights on government property. Classic Hyenas. #historyhyenas #NYKnicks #ShroudOfTurin #UFC #WhiteHouse #NBAFinals #YannisPappas #ChrisDistefano #HistoryPodcast #ComedyPodcast Support our sponsors: Right now, when you buy two months of BlueChew Gold, you get the third for FREE with promo code HYENAS. Elevate your summer wardrobe. Go to https://quince.com/hyenas Join our Patreon at 👇 https://www.patreon.com/historyhyenas/ Subscribe to the poddy woddy Our YouTube!: https://bit.ly/2ARdDOz HH Clips:https://bit.ly/2YaK2Z8 iTunes: https://apple.co/2UQTHCc Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3fxtsc0 Hyenas Merch!!! https://store.historyhyenaspod.com Follow us Cuz! 🙆🏻‍♂️ Yannis Pappas Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yannispappas/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/yannispappas Website - https://www.yannispappascomedy.com/ 🙆🏼‍♂️ Chris Distefano Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisdcomedy/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/chrisdcomedy Website - https://www.chrisdcomedy.com/ 🐕More Hyenas Website: www.historyhyenasisback.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyhyenas/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryHyenas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/historyhyenaspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  The Kush Cyclops Queen that Defeated Rome | History Hyenas 11.06.2026 1t

  The Hyenas head deep into ancient Africa to uncover the incredible story of the Kush Empire and its legendary warrior queen, Amanirenas. Long before Rome conquered much of the known world, the Kingdom of Kush stood as a powerful rival on the Nile, rich in gold, culture, and military strength. Yannis and Chris break down how Queen Amanirenas led her people against the mighty Roman Empire after Emperor Augustus attempted to expand Rome's reach into Nubia. Outnumbered but never intimidated, Amanirenas launched daring attacks, captured Roman forts, and became one of the few leaders in history to force Rome into a favorable peace treaty. From Kushite pyramids and forgotten African history to Roman propaganda and battlefield strategy, the boys explore one of history's most overlooked conflicts. How did a one-eyed queen challenge the world's greatest superpower? Why isn't the Kush Empire taught alongside Rome and Egypt? And what can this ancient clash teach us about power, resistance, and empire today? The Hyenas bring the laughs while diving into one of the most badass stories in ancient history. Support our sponsors: For simple, online access to personalized and affordable care for Hair Loss, Weight Loss, and more, visit https://hims.com/HYENAS. https://quince.com/hyenas #HistoryHyenas #KushEmpire #Amanirenas #AncientHistory #Rome #Augustus #AfricanHistory #Nubia #RomanEmpire #HistoryPodcast #YannisPappas #ChrisDistefano Join our Patreon at 👇 https://www.patreon.com/historyhyenas/ Subscribe to the poddy woddy Our YouTube!: https://bit.ly/2ARdDOz HH Clips:https://bit.ly/2YaK2Z8 iTunes: https://apple.co/2UQTHCc Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3fxtsc0 Hyenas Merch!!! https://store.historyhyenaspod.com Follow us Cuz! 🙆🏻‍♂️ Yannis Pappas Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yannispappas/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/yannispappas Website - https://www.yannispappascomedy.com/ 🙆🏼‍♂️ Chris Distefano Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisdcomedy/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/chrisdcomedy Website - https://www.chrisdcomedy.com/ 🐕More Hyenas Website: www.historyhyenasisback.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyhyenas/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryHyenas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/historyhyenaspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Vote w Your Feet | History Hyenas 04.06.2026 1t 13min

  This week on History Hyenas, Chrissy Chaos and Yanni Long Days dive into one of the greatest political rivalries in American history: Thomas Jefferson vs. Alexander Hamilton. Was America supposed to be run by powerful states or a powerful federal government? Jefferson believed local governments knew best and fought for states' rights, while Hamilton pushed for a strong central government, a national bank, and a unified economic system. The Hyenas break down how this centuries-old debate still shapes America today. From tax breaks in Texas and Florida to corporate incentives in Tennessee and North Carolina, states are still competing against each other for businesses, jobs, and residents. Is that Jefferson's vision in action, or would Hamilton say the federal government should be calling the shots? The boys connect the Founding Fathers to modern politics, economic competition, and the never-ending battle over who should hold the power in America. #HistoryHyenas #ThomasJefferson #AlexanderHamilton #FoundingFathers #AmericanHistory #StatesRights #Federalism #Politics #USHistory #HistoryPodcast #YannisPappas #chrisdistefano Support our sponsors: To explore coverage, visit https://ASPCApetinsurance.com/HYENAS The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance Right now, when you buy two months of BlueChew Gold, you get the third for FREE with promo code HYENAS. Elevate your summer wardrobe. Go to https://quince.com/hyenas for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Join our Patreon at 👇 https://www.patreon.com/historyhyenas/ Subscribe to the poddy woddy Our YouTube!: https://bit.ly/2ARdDOz HH Clips:https://bit.ly/2YaK2Z8 iTunes: https://apple.co/2UQTHCc Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3fxtsc0 Hyenas Merch!!! https://store.historyhyenaspod.com Follow us Cuz! 🙆🏻‍♂️ Yannis Pappas Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yannispappas/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/yannispappas Website - https://www.yannispappascomedy.com/ 🙆🏼‍♂️ Chris Distefano Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisdcomedy/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/chrisdcomedy Website - https://www.chrisdcomedy.com/ 🐕More Hyenas Website: www.historyhyenasisback.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyhyenas/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryHyenas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/historyhyenaspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Unexpected Origin of the NY Knicks | History Hyenas 28.05.2026 1t 10min

  This week on the History Hyenas, the boys head to the Mecca of basketball and the birthplace of modern chaos: NEW YORK CITY. From the legendary history of the New York Knicks to the sneaky Dutch origins of Manhattan, Chrissy D and Yanni break down how a swamp trading post became the loudest city on Earth. The Hyenas dive into the rise and fall of the Knicks dynasty, Madison Square Garden madness, Patrick Ewing heartbreak, Spike Lee courtside hysteria, and why every New Yorker still believes “this is our year” even after decades of emotional damage. Then the boys travel back to New Amsterdam — when the Dutch were running the city with fur trades, canals, and absolute psycho energy. Learn how Dutch influence shaped NYC culture, finance, real estate, and even modern slang while the Hyenas speculate that Wall Street was basically invented by early scammers and guys named Van Der Something. From orange roots to orange-and-blue suffering, this episode connects the history of New York sports and New York City itself in the only way History Hyenas can. #HistoryHyenas #NewYorkKnicks #NYC #MadisonSquareGarden #NBAHistory #DutchHistory #NewAmsterdam #PatrickEwing #SpikeLee #ComedyPodcast #HistoryPodcast Support our sponsors: Don't sleep on @ultrapouches. New customers get 15% Off with code HYENAS at https://takeultra.com! #UltraPouches #ad Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://SHOPIFY.COM/hyenas Right now, when you buy two months of BlueChew Gold, you get the third for FREE with promo code HYENAS. Join our Patreon at 👇 https://www.patreon.com/historyhyenas/ Subscribe to the poddy woddy Our YouTube!: https://bit.ly/2ARdDOz HH Clips:https://bit.ly/2YaK2Z8 iTunes: https://apple.co/2UQTHCc Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3fxtsc0 Hyenas Merch!!! https://store.historyhyenaspod.com Follow us Cuz! 🙆🏻‍♂️ Yannis Pappas Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yannispappas/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/yannispappas Website - https://www.yannispappascomedy.com/ 🙆🏼‍♂️ Chris Distefano Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisdcomedy/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/chrisdcomedy Website - https://www.chrisdcomedy.com/ 🐕More Hyenas Website: www.historyhyenasisback.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyhyenas/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryHyenas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/historyhyenaspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  The Odyssey: The Way Out is In | History Hyenas 21.05.2026 1t 11min

  This week on *History Hyenas*, the boys dive into Homer’s *Odyssey* — the legendary journey of Odysseus, Greek mythology, monsters, gods, and why this ancient story still shapes modern movies today. Yannis and Chris break down Christopher Nolan’s upcoming *The Odyssey*, the internet reaction to the casting choices, and why every big Hollywood adaptation turns into a culture war before filming even ends. Plus: Cyclopses, sirens, Greek masculinity, and whether Odysseus was the original Hyena. #HistoryHyenas #TheOdyssey #ChristopherNolan #GreekMythology #MattDamon #Podcast #ComedyPodcast Support our sponsors: Go to https://Quince.com/hyenas for free shipping and 365-day returns. Right now, when you buy two months of BlueChew Gold, you get the third for FREE with promo code HYENAS. Join our Patreon at 👇 https://www.patreon.com/historyhyenas/ Subscribe to the poddy woddy Our YouTube!: https://bit.ly/2ARdDOz HH Clips:https://bit.ly/2YaK2Z8 iTunes: https://apple.co/2UQTHCc Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3fxtsc0 Hyenas Merch!!! https://store.historyhyenaspod.com Follow us Cuz! 🙆🏻‍♂️ Yannis Pappas Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yannispappas/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/yannispappas Website - https://www.yannispappascomedy.com/ 🙆🏼‍♂️ Chris Distefano Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisdcomedy/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/chrisdcomedy Website - https://www.chrisdcomedy.com/ 🐕More Hyenas Website: www.historyhyenasisback.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyhyenas/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryHyenas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/historyhyenaspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Machiavelli and the Art of Being a Piece of Sh*t | History Hyenas 14.05.2026 1t 5min

  The Hyenas head to Renaissance Italy to break down the life, lies, and legendary power plays of Niccolò Machiavelli. The boys dive into *The Prince*, political backstabbing, war, betrayal, and why Machiavelli’s name became synonymous with manipulation centuries later. Was he an evil genius, a realist, or just the first guy honest enough to explain how power actually works? Chris and Yannis also spiral into modern politics, corrupt rulers, Italian history, psychopath leaders, and how Machiavelli’s ideas still run the world today. From the Medici family to modern media spin — the Hyenas connect the dots in only the way they can. It’s history, chaos, philosophy, and pure CTE. #HistoryHyenas #Machiavelli #ThePrince #ItalianHistory #Renaissance #ComedyPodcast #PoliticalHistory #ChrisDistefano #YannisPappas #HistoryPodcast Support our sponsors:Limited time: download Supremacy: World War 3 for free via our link and get an exclusive Elite Bomber Seasonal Unit worth $25 - but only for the next 30 days: https://con.onelink.me/kZW6/95z2moo4 For simple, online access to personalized and affordable care for Hair Loss, Weight Loss, and more, visit https://hims.com/HYENAS. Keep the bugs away with Pestie. Go to https://pestie.com/HYENAS for 10% off your order. Join our Patreon at 👇 https://www.patreon.com/historyhyenas/ Subscribe to the poddy woddy Our YouTube!: https://bit.ly/2ARdDOz HH Clips:https://bit.ly/2YaK2Z8 iTunes: https://apple.co/2UQTHCc Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3fxtsc0 Hyenas Merch!!! https://store.historyhyenaspod.com Follow us Cuz! 🙆🏻‍♂️ Yannis Pappas Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yannispappas/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/yannispappas Website - https://www.yannispappascomedy.com/ 🙆🏼‍♂️ Chris Distefano Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisdcomedy/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/chrisdcomedy Website - https://www.chrisdcomedy.com/ 🐕More Hyenas Website: www.historyhyenasisback.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyhyenas/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryHyenas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/historyhyenaspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Dancing to Death in 1518 | History Hyenas 07.05.2026 1t 9min

  THEY JUST WOULDN’T STOP DANCING. 💃🕺 This week on the History Hyenas Podcast, the boys dive into one of the strangest events in human history: the mysterious Dancing Plague of 1518 in Strasbourg. Hundreds of people danced uncontrollably in the streets for days… some until they collapsed, and others until they DIED. Was it mass hysteria? Poisoned bread? Religious panic? Possession? Or just medieval Europe being fully WILD? It’s history, hysteria, and absolute chaos — the way the Hyenas like it. LIKE • COMMENT • SUBSCRIBE • SHARE WITH YOUR FAVORITE DANCER #HistoryHyenas #DancingPlague #MedievalHistory #MassHysteria #HistoryPodcast #YannisPappas #ChrisDistefano #WePa #Strasbourg #DarkHistory Support our sponsors: Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://quo.comHYENAS. To explore coverage, visit https://ASPCApetinsurance.com/HYENAS The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance Right now, when you buy two months of BlueChew Gold, you get the third for FREE with promo code HYENAS. Join our Patreon at 👇 https://www.patreon.com/historyhyenas/ Subscribe to the poddy woddy Our YouTube!: https://bit.ly/2ARdDOz HH Clips:https://bit.ly/2YaK2Z8 iTunes: https://apple.co/2UQTHCc Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3fxtsc0 Hyenas Merch!!! https://store.historyhyenaspod.com Follow us Cuz! 🙆🏻‍♂️ Yannis Pappas Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yannispappas/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/yannispappas Website - https://www.yannispappascomedy.com/ 🙆🏼‍♂️ Chris Distefano Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisdcomedy/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/chrisdcomedy Website - https://www.chrisdcomedy.com/ 🐕More Hyenas Website: www.historyhyenasisback.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyhyenas/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryHyenas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/historyhyenaspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices