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History Shorts

Dive into the past with award-winning historian Peter Zablocki in this captivating daily podcast! Uncover hidden stories you never knew existed. And don"t miss Friday Conversations where Peter teams up with top experts for riveting, in-depth discussions that bring history to life.

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10:27

Lincoln's Lost Speech

History Shorts ·

2025/10/16

Abraham Lincoln’s “Lost Speech,” delivered at the Illinois Republican Convention in Bloomington on May 29, 1856, was a fiery and passionate address against the expansion of slavery and in support of the newly forming Republican Party. So electrifying was Lincoln’s rhetoric that reporters covering the event became so absorbed they forgot to take notes, leaving no verbatim record of the speech. Despite its disappearance, the speech’s impact was widely felt, bolstering Lincoln’s reputation as a

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10:29

The Assyrian Empire

History Shorts ·

2025/10/15

The Assyrian Empire, emerging in the early 25th century BCE in Mesopotamia, became one of the ancient world’s most powerful and militaristic civilizations, known for its advanced bureaucracy, iron weaponry, and disciplined army. At its height between the 9th and 7th centuries BCE, the empire controlled vast territories spanning modern-day Iraq, Syria, Turkey, and Egypt, employing brutal military campaigns, siege warfare, and efficient administrative systems to maintain dominance. Its legacy includes

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12:00

Levi's Jeans

History Shorts ·

2025/10/14

Levi’s jeans were created in 1873 by German immigrant Levi Strauss and tailor Jacob Davis, who patented the first pair of riveted denim pants designed for durable workwear for miners during the California Gold Rush. Originally intended as sturdy labor pants, Levi’s quickly became a symbol of rugged American style and practicality, spreading beyond workwear to mainstream fashion in the 20th century. Over time, Levi’s evolved into a global brand, representing both classic Americana and cultural

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29:10

Conversations: Inside Hitler's U-Boat War, w Roger...

History Shorts ·

2025/10/13

Peter speaks with internationally bestselling author, Roger Moorhouse about his latest book, Wolfpack: Inside Hitler's U-Boat War. We look at the Battle of the Atlantic from the point of view of the German submariners. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A RATING OR A REVIEW! THANK YOU IN ADVANCE! MORE ABOUT ROGER: https://www.rogermoorhouse.com/ SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.patreon.com/c/HistoryShortsPodcast ADVERTISE: https://www.historyshortspodcast.com/advertise LEARN

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13:55

YOU DECIDE: The Civil War - About States' Rights or...

History Shorts ·

2025/10/12

YOU DECIDE SERIES: Was the Civil War caused by the abstract principle of states’ rights, the idea that each state should govern itself without federal interference? Or was it caused by the institution of slavery, the morally fraught and economically central system of forced labor in the South? Secession declarations from Southern states and President Abraham Lincoln’s inaugural addresses provide starkly contrasting perspectives. Today, on this episode of History Shorts’ new series, YOU DECIDE, we

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09:36

National Park Service's Special Agents

History Shorts ·

2025/10/11

Beneath the serene landscapes of America’s national parks lies a hidden history of law enforcement and intelligence. The National Park Service’s Intelligence and Special Branch (ISB) operated covertly from the 1930s through the Cold War, tracking poachers, intercepting criminal networks, and safeguarding strategic resources from domestic and foreign threats. This episode explores the clandestine missions, daring operations, and enduring legacy of the ISB, revealing the intersection of conservation

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23:07

Conversations: How Travel Helps Us Understand Our...

History Shorts ·

2025/10/10

In this engaging episode, travel guru Rick Steves joins us to discuss his lifelong philosophy on traveling, sharing how embracing vulnerability and cultural immersion can combat isolationism and spark personal growth. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A RATING OR A REVIEW! THANK YOU IN ADVANCE! CHECK OUT RICK'S WORK: https://www.youtube.com/ricksteves SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.patreon.com/c/HistoryShortsPodcast ADVERTISE: https://www.historyshortspodcast.com/advertise LEARN

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10:06

Imperial Germany's Plan For the Invasion of the U.S.

History Shorts ·

2025/10/09

In the decades before World War I, Imperial Germany conducted daring, but largely forgotten, studies imagining an invasion of the United States. These contingency plans, targeting key American ports and cities, reveal both Berlin’s global ambitions and the practical limitations of projecting power across the Atlantic. This episode explores the audacity, logistical challenges, and strategic foresight behind Germany’s hypothetical designs on a rising American power. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE AND

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10:53

Temporary Roman Dictatorships

History Shorts ·

2025/10/08

In the early Roman Republic, the temporary dictatorship was a bold solution to extraordinary crises, granting one man near-absolute authority, but only for a limited time and under strict legal oversight. Figures like Cincinnatus embodied the ideal of power exercised responsibly, acting decisively in war or civic emergencies before relinquishing control. This episode explores how Rome balanced urgency, legality, and virtue in a system that foreshadowed both effective governance and the dangers of

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11:13

When NYC Almost Seceded from the Union in 1861

History Shorts ·

2025/10/07

In the spring of 1861, as the United States plunged toward civil war, New York City flirted with the unthinkable: municipal secession. Mayor Fernando Wood, a flamboyant and ambitious politician, proposed that the city break away from the Union to protect its commerce and citizens, sparking nationwide alarm and local debate. This episode explores the tension between local ambition, economic self-interest, and national loyalty in a city on the edge of rebellion. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A

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11:19

The Office of Strategic Services

History Shorts ·

2025/10/06

The Office of Strategic Services (OSS), led by William J. Donovan, conducted daring intelligence operations across Europe and the Pacific, coordinating with resistance networks, sabotaging enemy infrastructure, and innovating espionage techniques that would shape modern intelligence. This episode delves into the audacious missions, ingenuity, and courage of the OSS agents whose work proved that information and covert action could be as decisive as conventional military force. DON’T FORGET TO

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12:48

Zoroastrianism

History Shorts ·

2025/10/05

Long before Christianity, Islam, or even Buddhism had taken firm root, an ancient faith blazed across the Iranian plateau, a faith centered not on capricious gods or bloody sacrifice, but on moral choice, cosmic order, and the triumph of good over evil. Zoroastrianism, founded by the prophet Zarathustra (or Zoroaster) in the second millennium BCE, is among the world’s oldest continuously practiced religions. SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.patreon.com/c/HistoryShortsPodcast

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11:57

When the New Deal Became Unconstitutional

History Shorts ·

2025/10/04

During the early 1930s, President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s New Deal programs sought to revive the American economy amid the Great Depression, introducing unprecedented federal intervention in areas such as banking, labor, and social welfare. However, the Supreme Court, dominated by conservative justices, struck down key pieces of legislation, including the National Industrial Recovery Act and the Agricultural Adjustment Act, ruling that they overstepped the bounds of federal authority and violated

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31:46

Conversations: NYC's Secret Subway & the Origins of...

History Shorts ·

2025/10/03

In this episode, we dive beneath the streets of 19th-century New York with historian and author Matthew Algeo, exploring the daring story of Alfred Beach, an inventor, visionary, and early advocate for urban mass transit. Algeo’s latest book, New York’s Secret Subway, uncovers the forgotten tale of Beach’s experimental pneumatic subway, a marvel of engineering and audacity, built decades before the first official subway lines opened in New York City. Together, we explore Beach’s ingenuity, the

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12:23

MASH Units

History Shorts ·

2025/10/02

In the rugged mountains and freezing valleys of Korea during the early 1950s, a new kind of battlefield hospital emerged, one that would forever change the face of military medicine. These were the Mobile Army Surgical Hospitals, or MASH units, conceived not in the sterile halls of medical academia but in the unforgiving realities of war. They were born out of necessity, innovation, and the unwavering commitment of those who served within them, transforming the survival prospects of wounded soldiers

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13:54

The Kidnapping Epidemic of the Great Depression

History Shorts ·

2025/10/01

During the 1930s, amid the economic devastation of the Great Depression, the United States faced a surge in high-profile kidnappings, capturing public attention and igniting widespread fear. Criminals, often driven by financial desperation, targeted children from prominent families to demand ransom, with cases like the infamous kidnapping of the son of wealthy banker Charles Lindbergh dominating headlines. These events not only exposed vulnerabilities in law enforcement but also spurred significant

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10:47

The Checkers Speech

History Shorts ·

2025/09/30

Richard Nixon’s Checkers Speech, delivered on September 23, 1952, was a defining moment in American political history, exemplifying the rising influence of television and the power of direct emotional appeal. Facing allegations of financial improprieties during his campaign as Dwight D. Eisenhower’s running mate, Nixon addressed the nation to defend his integrity, outline his finances, and appeal to the public’s sense of fairness. Most famously, he mentioned a modest family dog named Checkers,

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13:48

The Twelve Labors of Hercules

History Shorts ·

2025/09/29

Hercules, the legendary Greek hero, was tasked with completing twelve nearly impossible labors as penance for a tragic act spurred by divine madness. These trials, ranging from slaying the multi-headed Hydra to capturing the formidable Erymanthian Boar and retrieving the golden apples of the Hesperides, tested not only his immense strength but also his cunning, endurance, and moral resolve. Through each labor, Hercules cemented his status as a demigod and a symbol of human perseverance confronting

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11:00

Secret WW2: Gortz - WWIIs Unluckiest Spy?

History Shorts ·

2025/09/28

Hermann Görtz, a German spy during World War II, became infamous not for his cunning but for his extraordinary string of misfortunes and blunders. Despite being trained and sent on high-stakes missions in Britain and Ireland, his operations were repeatedly thwarted by bad luck, miscommunication, and sheer circumstance. This episode traces Görtz’s hapless espionage career, revealing a tale of daring intentions undermined by relentless misfortune and the unpredictable chaos of war. DON’T FORGET TO

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12:28

The Surprisingly Eccentric U.S. Postal Service

History Shorts ·

2025/09/27

From horseback riders braving the Wild West to early airmail pilots risking it all in open cockpits, the history of the U.S. Postal Service is full of unexpected twists and daring adventures. Beyond delivering letters, the USPS has been at the center of quirky inventions, secret stamps, and even experimental mail-by-rocket programs. This episode uncovers the fascinating stories behind America’s most reliable, and surprisingly eccentric, postal system. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A RATING

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