In part four of our series on American Whiskey maker, Jack Daniel, we uncover the true origins of how Jack labelled his product as "Old No. 7," along with a few alternative tall-tales regarding the name. We also get to see Jack stretch his wings and expand his business in a way we have never seen before, in addition to introducing a new product to the marketplace called "The Belle of Lincoln." But how did Jack manage to keep his business afloat amidst the intense corruption that surrounded the whiskey industry in the United States? Was the Temperance movement still growing, and would it mean the end of distilling in the Appalachian Mountains? Tune in for part four of our series on Jack Daniel to find out more!

In part three of our Jack Daniel series, we finally get to see the Boy Distiller become a fully-fledged southern gentleman of bourbon (Tennessee Whiskey, if you want to be precise). But the road ahead would not be as smooth as his whiskey, as the growing Temperance movement in the United States was gaining more and more momentum. How did this affect the young entrepreneur, and would Uncle Sam be a useful shoulder to cry on? Tune in to part three of our series on legendary distiller, Jack Daniel, to find out!

In part two of our series on Jack Daniel, we learn all about the ancient art of whiskey making, and how the young Jack Daniel first discovered the craft. From his affable and charming personality, Jack became a popular figure throughout his community, and earned himself the nickname of The Boy Distiller. But as Jack's reputation and ambitions grew, so did his desire to expand his sales territory. Join us as we learn about Jack Daniel's early days as a prolific salesman, and ambitious whiskey maker.

For this series, we're headed to the Tennessee backcountry to talk about an American icon that many of you probably didn't realize was an actual person: Jack Daniel. But how did Jack Daniel come to distill spirits in the mountains of Appalachia? Is it true that he ran away from home at just 6 years old to pursue his dream of making corn liquor, or is that just an old wives' tale? Growing up during the time of the American Civil War must have been tough, so how did he navigate through such a devastating time in American history? Tune in for part one of this series as we explore the earliest known history of Jack Daniel's life, and how the entire Daniel family came to settle in pre United States America.

In our final episode on Abigail Adams, we follow her through the final parts of her life, during which she celebrates new grand (and great grand) children, and mourns the loss of many who were close to her. Sharp-witted until the end, Abigail continued to help those around her - particularly her female heirs - even in her death. Join us as we say farewell to the second First Lady of the United States.

In this episode, we see a mature Abigail Adams help thwart what would have been a terrible marriage for her daughter, followed by her graceful transition to grandmother, and the events that lead up to her becoming the First Second Lady of the United States. Maybe most incredible of all, we see Abigail become a pint-sized titan of war bonds and real estate, which ultimately helped secure the futures of her entire family. Tune in to learn about scandals, scuttlebutt, and more!

In an era where women could not have their own money or property, Abigail and John’s unique and trusting relationship allows Abigail to start an import business, invest in real estate, purchase government bonds, and more. Despite her success, she’s missing John more than ever before… when will their extended absence end? Find out in this episode!

In our second episode on Abigail Adams, all is not well in the colonies, as a revolution, rather than tea, was brewing. Abigail and John experienced more periods of separation, due to John’s position in the Continental Congress. The unintended consequence of this? Abigail was entrusted with many family responsibilities that women of the time typically didn't attend to. She also found courage to express more opinions about politics and women's needs to her friends, and her husband. Tune in to find out more!

For our fourth series, we're heading all the way back to the 1700s to learn about the United States' second First Lady, Abigail Adams. Though you might simply know her as the wife of John Adams, critics called her "Mrs. President," a dig on her influence of her husband's political policy. Long before history would come to know her name, she was simply Abigail Smith, the daughter of a local Minister, but over the years would become one of the most well-regarded women of her time, advocating heavily for her country, and women's' rights. Tune in for part one as we dive into the earliest parts of Abigail Adams' life in the world of Colonial America!

As we come to the conclusion of Ian Fleming's incredible life, we finally get to see the infamous secret agent, James Bond, take to the big screen. You probably know which actor first portrayed him, but who were Ian's first two choices to play 007, and what provided the final push to go with Sean Connery? Did Ian have anything to do with producing the film adaptation of Dr. No, and what was up with all the Caribbean music? Oh, and did you also know that he became a published children's author before he died? Tune in for part 6 as we say farewell to Ian Fleming!

Life finally seems to be settling down for Ian Fleming after so much -- shoot, I spoke too soon: looks like he's actually becoming a father after a 14 year affair with a married woman. Oh, and she wants to get married now that her current husband is divorcing her. If your world got shaken up like this, how would you handle it? Well, Ian Fleming took to obsessively writing his first novel, which happened to feature a certain 00-agent that would one day take the world by storm. Tune in for part five of our Ian Fleming series to learn more about the earliest stages of writing the world's most famous secret agent -- James Bond.

As war rages on throughout the world, Ian Fleming finds himself entrenched ever-deeper into the world of international intelligence. What was Operation Golden Eye, and was it ever officially implemented? Did Operation Mincemeat have anything to do with pies, or was the whole thing just a hoax? Maybe most importantly: what's next for Mr. Fleming now that the Second World War is finally coming to an end? If it were me, I'd be desperate for a bit of rest and relaxation (and maybe a Vesper Martini), but which location is best suited to achieve maximum chill? Somewhere tropical, I should think. We'll answer all of these questions and more as we continue on with the exciting life of Ian Fleming!

As the world moves closer and closer to the outbreak of the Second World War, Ian Fleming finds himself moving from journalism, to merchant banking, to stock broking... And now international intelligence reporting for the Naval Intelligence Division under Rear Admiral John Godfrey? Seriously? What did he do next, evacuate the MI6 headquarters in Paris during the Nazi invasion? Yup, and that's only the half of it. We're finally getting into Ian's involvement with the international spy network during World War II, how his involvement with the Naval Intelligence Division proved invaluable to the Allied war effort, and how his experiences during the war would spark a fire of imagination that would soon create the ultimate secret agent: James Bond.

In part two of our series on James Bond creator, Ian Fleming, we watch the young Ian as he struggles to find his first job, but ultimately landing a position with one of the oldest news organizations in the world as a journalist. What famous racing legend does Ian work alongside while reporting on a treacherous alpine race? Why was he later dispatched to Moscow, and what the heck is the Metro-Vickers affair? Is it possible for Ian to truly find love, or is he just hanging out with you to not-so-secretly decipher German radio transmissions? Tune in to Ian Fleming Part 2 to find out!

In our third series, we're covering novelist (among many other titles), Ian Fleming, who is most famously known for his creation of the fictional character, James Bond. But did you also know that Ian's father fought in World War I alongside Winston Churchill's brother? Or that both of his great-grandfathers on his mother's side were knights? Or that Ian was forced to drop out of Military school as a result of some... delicate medical complications? Tune in for episode one in our Ian Fleming series as we uncover the earliest parts of his life, and how it ended up serving as the real-life foundation for the ultimate secret agent in what would later become the longest running film franchise in cinema history.

Queen Victoria's record-setting reign is finally coming to an end - at the time of her death, she was the longest-reigning monarch in England's history! Victoria's life was filled with times of joy and periods of great sadness. She continued to be a political dynamo in her later years... but should she have been? What are the actual rights of the monarch? At the end of her life, Victoria still had a few surprises up her sleeve. Learn about another controversial companion - the Munshi - who was one her closest friends and advisors during the last years of her life, much to the chagrin of her family. Join us as we wrap up the life of Queen Victoria!

Grief affects everyone, and Queen Victoria is no exception. We get to see a truly human side of the Queen as she is faced with the question: is it better to live long, and see those you love pass away around you, or would it have been better to live a shorter life, and spare yourself the pain? Despite the long stream of deaths that are coming her way, Victoria also finds that trying times can ultimately lead to self-discovery, new adventures, and genuine happiness, with new characters in her life like the hunky Scotsman, John Brown, as well as famed Prime Minister, Benjamin Disraeli. This is part 7 of 8 on Queen Victoria, so we're at the home-stretch!

The reign of Queen Victoria continues on, and there's a war in Crimea! ....Wait, what year is this? 1853, of course, and it's through this war that Victoria first becomes aware of Florence Nightingale, along with just how stinky war can be. But can it be any more stinky than the Great Stink of 1858?  Oh, and did the Great Stink have anything to do with the Broad Street cholera outbreak of 1854? Tune in to find out!

If you've ever wondered, "how many children can one queen have?" you're not only a very special breed of human, but you've come to the right place for an answer! Let's just say that ol' Queen Victoria and Prince Albert would have been "that" party when you worked at a restaurant — you know, the one where you always had to put a few tables together to accommodate them. It also seems that through the process of becoming a father, Albert finds his big-boy pants, and really starts to step up the standard for governmental oversight under his watch. What's next for the royal duo? Maybe some sort of… Fair for the whole… World to enjoy? Tune in for part 5 of Queen Victoria to find out!

Now that Queen Victoria has been sitting to the throne for a few years, it's officially time to start looking for a suitable husband - a King of a husband. Or is it King Regent? Or Prince Regent? Royal titles are complicated. Even more complicated are the Royal marriages and family lines, which tended to live by the old adage of "keep it in the family." Intrigued? Tune in for part 4 of our series on Queen Victoria to find out more!