Shootin' the Bull with Tom Snow
By Tom Snow
Join Public Historian and lifelong Phillies fan Tom Snow as he interviews friends and guests about a wide range of things, including sports, history, and current events.
Shootin' the Bull with Tom SnowFeb 09, 2023
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America's Forgotten Wars: The Barbary Wars
In our second episode of America's Forgotten Wars, Tom discusses the First and Second Barbary War, in which the young United States Navy and Marine Corp defeated a group of fierce pirates off the coast of North Africa.
Feb 09, 202318:30
Battle of Cowpens
In this episode of America’s Forgotten Battles, Tom shoots the bull about the battle in which the Patriot is based off of.
Dec 19, 202213:54
2022 Phillies Season
Check out Tom’s recap of the exciting, legendary, and yet to be completed 2022 season of the Philadelphia Phillies.
Oct 25, 202225:31
Texas War of Independence
Remember the Alamo? If the answer is no, this episode if for you, as Tom shoots the bull in his latest segment of America’s Forgotten Wars.
Aug 01, 202213:09
Yellow Fever vs COVID
In this episode, Tom compares the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic to the nation’s first health crisis in 1793.
Jul 19, 202214:37
John Paul Jones: Pirate or Hero?
In this episode, Tom discusses the life and career of John Paul Jones, who is widely considered the Father of the U.S. Navy for his exploits in the American Revolution. During this episode, he also examines if this naval hero was actually just a cutthroat pirate…
May 31, 202224:47
Ben Franklin’s Drinking Club
In this episode, Tom shoots the bull about Ben Franklin’s Junto club, which was responsible for turning Philadelphia into a first class city, often over a few rounds of beers.
Apr 06, 202214:08
Battle of Hampton Roads
In this episode of Shooting the Bull, Tom commemorates the 160th anniversary of the first battle between ironclad warships.
Mar 09, 202209:22
Battle of the Wabash
In this episode, Tom talks about the greatest defeat the U.S. military ever suffered at the hands of Native Americans.
Feb 15, 202210:50
Battle of Kasserine Pass
In this episode, Tom takes us back to World War II to talk about a battle the U.S.A has (successfully) tried to forget.
Feb 07, 202211:37
The Battle of Quebec
In this episode of America’s Forgotten Battles, Tom tells the story of America’s attempt to turn Canada into the 14th colony. Spoiler alert: It didn’t work.
Jan 31, 202213:13
Battle of Nassau
In this first episode of America’s Forgotten Battles, Tom tells the story of the time the United States invaded the Bahamas during the American Revolution.
Jan 12, 202209:08
Phillies Offseason Talk
In this episode, Tom gives his annual offseason plan that the Phillies should use to get back to the playoffs.
Jan 03, 202213:14
Baron Von Steuben: The Drill Sergeant of Valley Forge
In this episode of Shootin’ the Bull, Tom talks about how a homosexual Prussian outcast turned George Washington’s ragtag army into a lean, mean, fighting machine.
Nov 08, 202117:45
America’s Forgotten Wars: The French and Indian War
Catch up on America’s forgotten wars as Tom shoots the bull on the French and Indian War. In this episode, you will learn about how George Washington accidentally started a war that would change the course of history forever.
Oct 24, 202118:01
Pirates of the Mediterranean: Bad Captains, Poor Results
In this episode, Commodore Richard Valentine Morris takes command of the American Mediterranean Squadron and does a comically bad job.
Aug 06, 202108:05
Morning Cup of History July 4th Edition
What to celebrate America’s most historic day with a Morning Cup of History? Find out the true story behind Independence Day and some of the other big events that happened on this holiday weekend/
Jul 04, 202112:50
Pirates of the Mediterranean: A Successful Enterprise
In this Episode, Tom discusses the opening battles between the Barbary Pirates and the young United States Navy.
Jun 25, 202138:36
Morning Cup of History (6/13/2021)
In today’s episode, Tom talks about what went on this week in history, including two big battles, the story behind Flag Day, and Ben Franklin (supposedly) flying a kite in a storm.
Jun 14, 202113:02
Morning Cup of History (6/6/21)
Check out all the cool stuff that happened this week, including the D-Day landings and the birthday of Anne Frank
Jun 11, 202109:26
Pirates of the Mediterranean (Part 1)
In the first episode of a new series, Tom introduces the Barbary Pirates, long considered the menace of the Mediterranean, and their rocky relationship with the new United States.
Jun 10, 202111:50
A Morning Cup of History (5/31/21)
Join Tom as he shoots the bull about all the important events that happened this week in history!
Jun 02, 202110:20
Morning Cup of History 5/23/21
Listen to some really important stuff that happened this week in history.
May 24, 202111:19
Morning Cup of History
Take a look at all the cool stuff that happened in this week in history while sipping on your morning/afternoon cup of coffee!
May 21, 202109:44
Banana Wars 🍌
In this episode, Tom talks about how the United States invaded and occupied several Latin-American countries in order to protect its valuable fruit companies.
May 11, 202112:29
The History of Fraternities and Sororities
In this episode, Tom talks about the history of Greek Societies, which have actually been around for as long as the United States. Some of the things you might learn include hazing in the 1800s, why frats have Greek letters, and what a new recruit’s paddle board represents. Feel free to submit any questions or feedback to my new podcast email at shootinthebull2021@gmail.com
Apr 22, 202114:58
Mexican Border War
In this episode of America’s Forgotten Wars, Tom discusses how the United States took care of a bunch of Mexican bandits by doing what it does best...invading a country it is not actually at war with. This would be a great episode to pair with your Taco Tuesday.
Apr 20, 202110:08
Morning Cup of History
The pilot episode of a new series where Tom looks at what happened in history on this date...
Apr 13, 202101:39
The Philippine-American War
In this episode of America’s Forgotten Wars, Tom talks about how the United States fought to ‘Mericanize the Philippines in a blatantly obvious case of Western Imperialism. Spoiler Alert: the Americans are not the good guys in this episode.
Apr 08, 202111:04
Phillies opening day preview
Tom breaks down the Phillies in ten minutes!
Apr 01, 202110:34
What's it like to run a historic museum?
In this special episode, Tom talks with Dennis Pickeral, the Executive Director of Stenton Museum, about what it takes to run a small historic site in an urban area.
Mar 24, 202132:30
Spanish-American War
In this episode of America’s forgotten wars, Tom talks about America’s huge victory in the Spanish-American War
Mar 22, 202113:26
Spanish Flu vs COVID-19
In this episode, Tom compares COVID-19 to the Spanish Flu of 1918.
Mar 19, 202118:48
Mexican-American War
In this episode, Tom talks about how the U.S. acquired the southwest in a little known war with Mexico.
Mar 16, 202114:48
The Seminole War
In today's episode, Tom Snow explains how the United States gained Florida from the Spanish and also goes on a long rant on how awful Andrew Jackson was. Enjoy!
Mar 08, 202115:28
War of 1812 (part 2)
This week, Tom wraps up the War of 1812 by talking about the land battles, the homefront, and how the war impacted enslaved servants and the indigenous people of North America.
Mar 01, 202120:35
War of 1812 (Part 1)
In this episode, Tom Snow covers the naval battles of the War of 1812.
Also, here is a link to the podcast's new website: https://shootinthebullwithtomsnow.wordpress.com/
Feb 24, 202134:03
Quasi War
Shoot the bull with Tom Snow in his first episode of his series on America's Forgotten Wars, where discuss America’s undeclared naval war with France in 1800.
Feb 10, 202125:39
Phillies sign J.T. Realmuto...what's next?
Tom discusses the Phillies' latest (re)acquisition and discusses what the Phillies should do next.
Jan 27, 202112:34
A Conversation with Betsy Ross
Join me as I shoot the bull with Mary McGinley, who portrayed Betsy Ross as a first-person interpreter for over two years.
Jan 11, 202155:24
Whiskey Rebellion
Tom Snow is joined by his old college roommate Riley Mcghee for a conversation about the first uprising against the United States Government.
Correction: The whiskey tax was nine cents per gallon. Distillers could also pay a flat fee, which was beneficial for larger distillers that produced large volumes of whiskey.
Dec 31, 202001:01:52
My Perfect Phillies Offseason
The Phillies have are without a GM to begin a very important offseason. To help them out, here is my offseason blueprint.
Nov 14, 202016:47
War of Scottish Independence Part 3
Finish shooting the bull with Tom and Bob as they talk about the climactic Battle of Bannockburn and the conclusion of the Scottish War of Independence.
Scots Wha Hae music video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CKT7qxk9-pw
Sep 15, 202001:10:19
Phillies trade deadline
Tom shoots the bull about the Phillies newest reliever and if they added enough.
Aug 31, 202018:13
Scottish War of Independence Part 2
Tom and Bob shoot the bull as they talk about how Robert the Bruce reignites the Scottish War of Independence after the death of William Wallace.
Aug 26, 202001:14:40
Phillies rant
Shoot the bull with Tom as he complains about the Phillies
Aug 21, 202032:53
Scottish War of Independence Part 1
Want to know the true story behind Braveheart? Shoot the bull with Tom Snow and his younger brother Bob as they talk about William Wallace's quest to free Scotland from English invasion.
Aug 17, 202001:22:06
Pilot Episode
Start shootin the Bull with Tom Snow as he gives a quick rundown on what this podcast is going to be about.
Aug 10, 202003:15