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Spellbreakers Ep. 122 - America's 250th: Battle of Bunker Hill

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In this special 250th anniversary edition of Spellbreakers, host Matt Trump dives deep into the Battle of Bunker Hill, separating myth from history while examining its pivotal role in America’s fight for independence. Drawing from detailed maps and firsthand accounts, he revisits the battle that galvanized colonial resistance just months after Lexington and Concord. Alongside this historical deep dive, Matt commemorates the legacy of Brian Wilson and the Beach Boys as quintessential symbols of American culture, reflecting on California’s shifting identity and the spiritual soundtrack of a generation. The episode blends patriotic commemoration with pop-cultural nostalgia, weaving together Revolutionary War strategy, motel Americana, and generational commentary. A uniquely American journey through past and present.

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In this special 250th anniversary edition of Spellbreakers, host Matt Trump dives deep into the Battle of Bunker Hill, separating myth from history while examining its pivotal role in America’s fight for independence. Drawing from detailed maps and firsthand accounts, he revisits the battle that galvanized colonial resistance just months after Lexington and Concord. Alongside this historical deep dive, Matt commemorates the legacy of Brian Wilson and the Beach Boys as quintessential symbols of American culture, reflecting on California’s shifting identity and the spiritual soundtrack of a generation. The episode blends patriotic commemoration with pop-cultural nostalgia, weaving together Revolutionary War strategy, motel Americana, and generational commentary. A uniquely American journey through past and present.

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