in: Politics and History , 20th century, african history, american history, asian history, european history, lists, mideast history, top 10February 21, 2012Top 10 Political Assassinations of the 20th Century
by Rebecca Brayton
Their opinions cost them their lives, and caused ripple effects that forever changed history. WatchMojo counts down ten of the most significant political assassinations of the twentieth century. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , 20th century, 21st century, african history, biographiesJanuary 13, 2012Muammar Gaddafi Biography: A Dictator's Life, Death
by Rebecca Brayton
He was nicknamed "the mad dog of the Middle East." WatchMojo learns more about the life, rule and death of Muammar Gaddafi. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , 20th century, 20th century wars, american history, american presidents, biographies, ww2January 6, 2012Biography of Harry S. Truman: Atomic Bombs, Communism, Korean War
by Rebecca Brayton
The buck stopped with him. WatchMojo learns more about the life and accomplishments of the 33rd President of the United States, Harry S. Truman. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , 20th century, 20th century wars, biographies, european history, ww2January 3, 2012Benito Mussolini: Biography of Fascist Italy's Dictator
by Rebecca Brayton
As leader of Fascist Italy, he was 'Il Duce.' WatchMojo learns more about the life, rule and death of Benito Mussolini. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , 20th century, biographies, european historyDecember 23, 2011Margaret Thatcher: Biography of the Iron Lady
by Rebecca Brayton
She is the "Iron Lady." WatchMojo learns more about the life and accomplishments of Britain's first female Prime Minister, Margaret Thatcher. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , 21st century, american historyNovember 18, 2011Occupy Movement: OWS Spreads to Other Cities
by Malik Shaheed
The Occupy movement aimed to challenge the status quo, and was one of the biggest news stories of 2011. WatchMojo takes a tour of the local Occupy camp to see how things are run, and to hear what they have to say about the movement in general. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , 20th century, american history, american presidents, biographiesNovember 7, 2011Biography of Richard Nixon: Presidency and Watergate
by Rebecca Brayton
He was the first American president to resign from the job. WatchMojo learns more about the life and accomplishments of the 37th President of the United States, Richard Nixon. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , 21st century, american history, biographies, mogul biographiesNovember 4, 2011Michael Bloomberg: Biography of NYC Mayor, Businessman
by Rebecca Brayton
He is the richest politician in America. WatchMojo learns more about the life and accomplishments of Michael Bloomberg. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , 20th century, 20th century wars, american history, biographies, mideast historyNovember 4, 2011Saddam Hussein: Life and Execution of the Iraqi Dictator
by Rebecca Brayton
This former Iraqi president was once called the most dangerous man in the world, and one of the most feared dictators in recent memory. WatchMojo learns more about the life, rule and death of Saddam Hussein. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , 20th century, 21st century, american history, american presidents, biographiesSeptember 30, 2011Biography of Jimmy Carter: From Peanut Farmer to President
by Rebecca Brayton
He was an idealistic peanut farmer who became President of the United States. WatchMojo learns more about the life and accomplishments of the 39th President of the United States, Jimmy Carter. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , 20th century, 21st century, american history, american presidents, biographiesAugust 18, 2011Biography of Bill Clinton: Arkansas Governor to the Presidency
by Rebecca Brayton
He was the first Democratic president since Franklin Delano Roosevelt to secure a second term. WatchMojo learns more about the life and accomplishments of the 42nd President of the United States, Bill Clinton. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , 21st century, american history, american presidents, biographiesJuly 5, 2011George W. Bush Bio: From the Military to the White House
by Rebecca Brayton
He is best known as Dubya. WatchMojo learns more about the life and accomplishments of the 43rd President of the United States, George W. Bush. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , african destinationsJune 16, 2011Biography of Nelson Mandela: End of Apartheid
by Rebecca Brayton
He was the first black president of South Africa, and he helped negotiate the end of apartheid rule. WatchMojo learns more about the life and accomplishments of Nelson Mandela. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , author interviewsMay 17, 2011Author David Rakoff on Half Empty, Defensive Pessimism
by Rebecca Brayton
While it may not work for everyone, author David Rakoff prescribes pessimism as a tool for managing anxiety. WatchMojo speaks with Rakoff about his book, Half Empty, how it originated, and he gives us his personal defense of pessimism. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , author interviewsApril 4, 2011Human Trafficking: The Crime of Slavery
by Rebecca Brayton
Human trafficking is basically a form of slavery. WatchMojo speaks with Benjamin Perrin, a leading expert on the subject, to learn how this problem affects the United States and Canada. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History November 2, 2010Ken Dryden on Politics vs. Sports
by Rebecca Brayton
Canadian politician and NHL Hall of Fame goalie Ken Dryden chats with WatchMojo about Canadian identity in terms of his two areas of expertise: sports and politics. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , author interviewsNovember 2, 2010Ken Dryden on Canadian Stereotypes
by Rebecca Brayton
Canadian politician and NHL Hall of Fame goalie Ken Dryden chats with WatchMojo about the idea of Canadian stereotypes and the limits they place on the country, as discussed in his book, Becoming Canada. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History April 26, 2010All About UNICEF
by Rebecca Brayton
UNICEF helps children and women worldwide in terms of equality, health, education and safety. WatchMojo learns more about this international foundation. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , african destinationsApril 6, 2010Doctors Without Borders in Africa
by Rebecca Brayton
Dr. James Meskalyk is a young doctor who uprooted himself from his hospital job to spend six months in Sudan. WatchMojo speaks with the doctor about his experience, and his resulting book. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , author interviewsMarch 1, 2010Undercover With a Biker Gang
by Rebecca Brayton
Former confidential informant Alex Caine tells WatchMojo about the dangers of his job, and what effects it had on him and his family. PLAY VIDEO