Hello, I’m Ben Tumin, and welcome to Skipped History!
I interview leading historians about their latest research. Together, we examine conveniently overlooked ideas, events, and people that shape the U.S. today. Luckily most of the people I make fun of are too far underground or floating too deep in the cosmos to punch back. New interviews are released every Friday.
I also make videos bringing historians’ work to life. My web series was profiled in The New York Times. As of late 2024, I’m in the process of writing a new video series. Stay tuned for more updates soon!
Below are some very flattering remarks from historians who’ve enjoyed Skipped History.

This is so incredible--follow this amazing resource and share!!

Skipped History @SkippedHistory

Delighted to see material from One Nation Under God get the @SkippedHistory treatment here. Check it out!

Skipped History @SkippedHistory

Check it out! @myHNN !!!

Skipped History @SkippedHistory

Skipped History is a treasure. https://t.co/aICTJwZMkw

Skipped History @SkippedHistory

Want to know about Charles Koch’s favorite educator? He influenced this country more than most know...was he nuts? A new source checks him out:

Skipped History @SkippedHistory
Thanks for checking things out! I hope you’ll stick around for more.

Subscribe to Skipped History
People
I think about history and New York City infrastructure ~70% of my waking hours