Cass finally gets to talk about the Midwest - of Guatemala - as she recounts some ancient Mayan mythos. Nat keeps it consistent by talking about the American Midwest in Missouri where soldier, William Cathay, reveals a stunning secret. Tune in to find out!
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Popol Vuh manuscript c. 1701
Maya Hero Twins
Painting of “William Cathay”
William Cathay U.S. Army Pension Records
SOURCES:
Popol Vuh Story: Ancient History Encyclopedia, Living Maya Time, Wiki
William Cathay / Cathay Williams Story: Wounded Warrior Project, National Park Service, Wiki
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About this podcast:
Shared History, is a comedy podcast and history podcast in one. Hosted by Chicago comedians, each episode focuses on obscure, overlooked and underrepresented historical events and people.
SPONSORS: This episode was sponsored by RAYGUN, Cape Horn Illustration & ECBG Cake Studio (all promocodes mentioned in episode are one word, no spaces)