Join Rick as he traces fascism's history from its roots in the turbulent aftermath of World War I, when masses of angry people rose up, to the charismatic leaders who manipulated that anger, the t totalitarian societies they build, and the brutal measures they used to enforce their ideology. Along the way, we'll be inspired by those who resisted, visit poignant sights throughout Europe, and talk with Europeans whose families lived through those times. Our goal: to learn from the hard lessons of 20th century Europe, and to recognize that ideology in the 21st century.

We'll explore the most surprising and fascinating land Rick's ever visited: Iran. We'll discover the splendid monuments of Iran's glorious past, learn more about the recent history of this perplexing nation, and experience modern Iranian life in it's historic capital and in a countryside village. And we'll meet the people of. this nation, whose government so exasperates our own.

We'll sail from Barcelona to Athens, with stops in the French Riviera, Rome, and more. Our goal: to explore the ins and outs and pros and cons of cruising. We'll learn how to make the most of the cruise experience, from enjoying time on the ship to exercising independence on shore - savoring iconic sights and romantic island getaways.

Joining Rick, we'll run with the bulls at Pamplona, don a mask in Venice for Carnevale, dance with the Spaniards at the April Fair, cheer on the horses at Siena's Palio, hoist a frothy stein at Munich's Oktoberfest, toss a caber at a Scottish Highland Games, and more. No museums... just Europe at play.