Introduction: What is "History You Can Use?"

Welcome to the "History You Can Use" podcast with Brian Thomas. This episode introduces the podcast’s approach: examining historical facts behind today’s political and social debates with clarity and balance. The host outlines how the show will present evidence, encourage listener judgment, and connect past events to modern issues.

Hosted by a psychologist with a master’s in history and experience in historical publishing and teaching, the podcast promises conversational, accessible episodes that provide the background needed to understand contemporary debates.