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Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments

An educational resource leading listeners through important milestones in history and providing a greater understanding of civilizations. Topics are tailored to the needs of IB high school students, teachers, and life-long learners.

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01:15:33

Adolf Hitler Part VI: World War II

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2021/11/22

This is the sixth episode in a series regarding German dictator Adolf Hitler. Hitler fought two simultaneous wars - one against the Jewish people and another against the world. This episode focuses on the latter. Rather than focusing on the war, this episode will look at the key decisions made by the German dictator. Special focus is given to the invasion of France, the miracle of Dunkirk, the Battle of Britain, and the invasion of Russia. The material in this podcast serves as an

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45:35

Adolf Hitler Part V: The Holocaust part B

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2021/11/03

This is the second portion of the fifth episode regarding the Holocaust in a series regarding German dictator Adolf Hitler. The discussion picks up where the previous one left off by leading into the concentration camp/labor camp portion of the holocaust is discussed. A side discussion regarding the medical experimentation within the camps is begun before shifting the discussion to the final phase of the holocaust - the extermination camps. The episode will conclude with a look at Jewish

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Adolf Hitler Part V: The Holocaust part A

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2021/10/27

This is the fifth episode in a series regarding German dictator Adolf Hitler and part one of two regarding the Holocaust This episode looks at Hitler's war against the Jewish people. The focus of this episode is less on the causes than the course of the war. The first two phases of the holocaust are discussed in this episode (discrimination and ghettoization). The second part of the Holocaust episode will talk about the labor camps and the final death camps. The material in this podcast serves

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01:01:16

Adolf Hitler Part IV: The road to World War II

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2021/10/20

This is the fourth episode in a series regarding German dictator Adolf Hitler. This episode looks at the steps Hitler took to cause World War II. Germany's involvement in the Spanish Civil war, the remilitarization of the Rhineland, the annexation of Austria and the Sudetenland are all discussed. Additionally, insight will be given to the thoughts of the British, French, and Soviet leaders. The material in this podcast serves as an introduction to the International Baccalaureates' Paper two

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53:07

Adolf Hitler Part III: His Domestic Policies

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2021/10/13

This is the third episode in a series regarding German dictator Adolf Hitler. Today, we will cover his efforts at uniting the German people behind a sense of 'national purpose.' Specific policies regarding the economy, national youth programs, education system, religious institutions, and sports will each be individually covered. The material in this podcast serves as an introduction to the International Baccalaureates' Paper two topic 10 - Authoritarian States (20th century). Interact with the

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01:13:30

Adolf Hitler Part II: Rise to Power

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2021/10/06

This is the second episode in a series regarding German dictator Adolf Hitler. Today, we will cover his long and winding political rise to the German seat of power. We'll look at his service time in World War I, his rise to the head of the Nazi party, the failed beer hall putsch, his autobiography of Mein Kampf, his twisted dating life, and the Reichstag fire. The material in this podcast serves as an introduction to the International Baccalaureates' Paper two topic 10 - Authoritarian States

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Adolf Hitler Part I: The early years

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2021/09/29

This is the first episode in a series regarding German dictator Adolf Hitler. Topics in this episode include details regarding his family life, schooling, time in the Vienna art scene are all covered. Events will be examined to explain how they contributed to Hitler's personality cult, his state of manic-depression, and his deep anti-semitism. The material in this podcast serves as an introduction to the International Baccalaureates' Paper two topic 10 - Authoritarian States (20th

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01:06:34

A Concise History of Dictatorship

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2021/09/22

This episode looks at the history of Authoritarianism in both practical and philosophical ways. The ancient Greeks gave us democracy, but also the word for tyranny. The ancient Romans gave us the republic, but built into the system the word dictator. Plato, Confucius, and Hobbes as well as others are examined for the philosophical roots of the world's oldest government system. And the historical evolution of authoritarians is traced through the earliest civilizations to the feudal world and then

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40:05

Genghis Khan Part V: The Legacy of the Khan

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2021/09/15

This is the fifth and final episode in a series regarding the infamous Mongolian conqueror Genghis Khan. This episode covers the Khan's Khan's death, the splitting of his empire into Khanates, the drama regarding his successor, and what happened to the Mongol empire after Pax Mongolica. It rounds out the episode by looking at the traditionalist and revisionist perspectives regarding the Khan's legacy. The material in this podcast serves to cover the International Baccalaureates' Paper One topic

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01:01:34

Genghis Khan Part IV: The Scourge of God

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2021/09/08

This is the fourth in a series of five episodes regarding the infamous Mongolian conqueror Genghis Khan. This episode covers the Khan's invasion of the territory of the Khwarazmian Shah; the leading power on the Eastern side of the Middle East. Learn the reasons behind the conflict, the methods used to destroy a significantly more accomplished society, and the effects that the conquest had on the greater Middle East. Special attention is paid to the sieges of Nishapur and Merv. The material in

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53:35

Genghis Khan Part III: The Conquest of the Jin Dynasty

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2021/09/01

This is the third in a series of five episodes regarding the infamous Mongolian conqueror Genghis Khan. This episode focuses on the Khan's conquest of the Jin Dynasty of Northern China. The 23 year conquest established the roles of Muqali, Jebe, and Subedei as elite generals. It was also a proving ground of sorts as the Khan had to figure out out to get past the bane of Steppe conquerors - walled cities. The cause of the conflict, the sacking of Peking, and the expansion of the conflict are all

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Genghis Khan Part II: How they did it...

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2021/08/25

This is the second in a series of five episodes regarding the infamous Mongolian conqueror Genghis Khan. This episode attempts to explain how the Mongols were able to conquer so much territory with so few soldiers. The Khan's spy network, his battle tactics, belief in Meritocracy, and his cruelty are all discussed in detail. The material in this podcast serves to cover the International Baccalaureates' Paper One topic - Military Leaders. Contact the show by emailing us at

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01:04:36

Genghis Khan Part I: The Rise of a Tyrant

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2021/08/18

This is the first in a series of five episodes regarding the infamous Mongolian conqueror Genghis Khan. The focus of this episode is on Genghis's unique childhood, how the Steppe shaped the Mongolian people, as well as his relationship with his best friend Jamuka, his wife Borte, and his mother Hoelun. Join us as we recount his captivity, his uniting of the clans, and his rise to power. The material in this podcast serves to cover the International Baccalaureates' Paper One topic - Military

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Eamon De Valera Part VI: His legacy

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2021/06/11

This is the sixth and final episode in a series regarding Irish politician Eamon De Valera. This episode recaps Eamon's last years as Taoiseach as well as his time as President of the Eire. Then it seeks to answer some of the pertinent questions regarding his life; including whether or not he should be thought of as an autocrat. The material in this podcast serves to cover the International Baccalaureates' paper two topic 8 - Independence Leaders. Contact the show by emailing us at

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01:09:36

Eamon De Valera Part V: The fight for Ireland‘s...

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2021/06/04

This is the fifth episode in a series regarding Irish politician Eamon De Valera. Eamon's political life was characterized by jumping from one fire to another. This podcast focuses on the fall out of the Irish Civil War and continues to look at the methods that Eamon used to bring Ireland into external association with the commonwealth. Lastly, it examines the build up to World War II and the means through which Eamon maintained Irish neutrality. The material in this podcast serves to cover the

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01:03:48

Eamon De Valera Part IV: De Valera‘s wars

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2021/05/28

This is the fourth episode in a series regarding Irish politician Eamon De Valera. The Irish Civil War is underway with De Valera urging his followers to resist in his infamous 'wade in blood speech.' Whether he intended the consequences that came with them is up for question. We examine the role that Michael Collins played in opposition of the former leader of the Dail. Out of the civil war, Eamon will return to politics (as long as he can get past the dreaded oath of allegiance to the British

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01:03:56

Eamon De Valera Part III: His Escape Into Politics

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2021/05/21

This is the third episode in a series regarding Irish politician Eamon De Valera. The Rising is over, but Eamon's venture into politics is just beginning. Join us to discuss the aftermath of the rising, the impromptu firing squads that turned public opinion against the British, De Valera's coup over Sinn Fein, and his daring escape from Lincoln Prison. Finally, we will travel with the Long Fellow as he skips out on the Irish War of Independence in order to tour America; looking for international

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01:15:17

Eamon De Valera Part II: The 1916 Easter Rising

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2021/05/14

This is the second episode in a series regarding Irish politician Eamon De Valera. As Dublin prepares to celebrate Easter, Eamon De Valera Commander of the 3rd battalion of the Irish Volunteers prepares his men to seize their independence of Great Britain. The 1916 Easter Rising becomes the launching pad for the nationalist movement and De Valera. This podcast seeks to cover each of the major locations involved in the rebellion; with a focus on Boland's Bakery, the location where Eamon was

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53:55

Eamon De Valera Part I: The formative years

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2021/05/07

This is the first episode in a six part series focused upon the Irish political leader Eamon De Valera. This episode traces his early life in an attempt to better understand his unique 'one-of-a-kind personality. We will examine the lack of information that Eamon has about his father, his love of education, his strike demands for hot chocolate, and his love of the Gaelic language. That last part results in him meeting his wife and accidentally joining the shadow organization of the Irish

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Richard the Lionheart Part IV: Richard’s Odyssey

Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments ·

2021/04/30

This is the final episode in a series regarding Richard the Lionheart, the King of England and the ruler of the Angevin Empire. This episode goes through Richard's trial and tribulations dealt with on his return home through a sea of enemies. We delve deeper into the claims that his European enemies made against him, discover what John has been up to in Richard's absence, and join the King of England on his last late night adventure in Lioges. The material in this podcast serves to cover the

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