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Explaining History

How do we make sense of the modern world? We find the answers in the history of the 20th Century.For over a decade, The Explaining History Podcast has been the guide for curious minds. Host Nick Shepley and expert guests break down the world wars, the Cold War, and the rise and fall of ideologies into concise, 25-minute episodes.This isn"t a dry lecture. It"s a critical, narrative-driven conversation that connects the past to your present.Perfect for students, history buffs, and anyone who wants to

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27:32

Churchill and Roosevelt 1939-1940

Explaining History ·

2017/07/09

In 1939 American diplomats were certain that Britain and France faced defeat and Roosevelt would have to play the role of peace broker. A new prime minister in 1940, Winston Churchill, spoke the language of defiance and struggle that impressed the US president and was key in securing American aid. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/explaininghistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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22:23

Stalin, Mao and the Korean War

Explaining History ·

2017/07/05

The outbreak of war in the Korean peninsula in 1950 was preceded by half a decade of careful consideration by Stalin and an desire by Mao to take on the capitalist world. Prior to this, Korea had been an afterthought for the Soviet dictator, who was more interested in affairs in Europe. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/explaininghistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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25:55

Foreign workers in Hitler's Germany 1939-45

Explaining History ·

2017/07/04

Hitler's war industries experienced critical manpower shortages throughout the war and the solution was to import millions of foreign workers from allied and conquered territories. However, this profoundly altered German society during the conflict. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/explaininghistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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20:49

Pre War German Jewish Culture and Indentity

Explaining History ·

2017/07/04

The horrors of the Holocaust have shaped how we see Germany and Europe's Jews, mainly as victims. However, German Jews were among the most emancipated and assimilated diasporas in the world prior to 1914 and significantly contributed to German national life. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/explaininghistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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23:54

Maoist Re-education and China's Youth

Explaining History ·

2017/07/02

In 1968 a new wave of political purges began, following two years of anarchy in the Cultural Revolution. This time, young people were sent to be ideologically transformed through hard labour in the countryside. Many embraced this new life, but for most, the reality was misery and back breaking labour. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/explaininghistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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25:05

Truman and the founding of the CIA - 1947

Explaining History ·

2017/07/02

In the immediate aftermath of the Second World War, a skeptical Harry Truman abolished America's only spy agency the OSS, without a replacement. Within two years, as British military and intelligence power declined, Truman discovered the need for a new organisation was paramount. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/explaininghistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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28:00

Australia and Asia in the 1960s

Explaining History ·

2017/06/29

How did Australia adapt to the decline of the British Empire and the challenges of the Cold War, while seeking to contain its own oppressive racial policies during the 1960s? Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/explaininghistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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24:32

The BBC and the General Strike 1926

Explaining History ·

2017/06/27

The British government had a long standing suspicion of the powers of broadcasting when the BBC was established in 1922. The experience of the General Strike, however, established the BBC as the most effective means of disseminating hegemonic ideas in Britain. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/explaininghistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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29:46

Hunger and Division in Germany 1916-18

Explaining History ·

2017/06/25

In the first two years of the First World War, German society was largely unified in fear of external enemies, particularly Russia. However, by 1916 this unity had broken down and major social and political divisions - along with economic and political crises emerged. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/explaininghistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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26:56

Roosevelt and Chamberlain 1939-1940

Explaining History ·

2017/06/25

In 1939 Franklin Roosevelt struggled against the popularity of isolationism in the USA and his plans to aid Neville Chamberlain's Britain and Eduard Daladier's France were crippled by half a decade of neutrality acts Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/explaininghistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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28:21

Eastern Europe after Stalin 1953-1989

Explaining History ·

2017/06/22

Following the death of the dictator and the end of Stalinism, different Warsaw Pact members attempted to solve their economic problems by building consumer societies. Each met with varying degrees of short term success and long term failure. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/explaininghistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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29:47

Prohibition in America 1918-1933

Explaining History ·

2017/06/20

Often seen as a failed experiment in state 'moral' control, prohibition was the product of Christian, industrial and suffragist pressure. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/explaininghistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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19:41

Book Review: British National Identity

Explaining History ·

2017/06/20

Reviewing books by Linda Colley, Benedict Anderson and David Reynolds on the development of British national identity Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/explaininghistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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23:31

Germany, Austria and the July Crisis 1914

Explaining History ·

2017/06/19

Following the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife Sophie in Sarajevo on June 28th 1914, Austria demanded concessions form Serbia. Germany's support would prove pivotal in transforming a Balkan crisis into a European war. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/explaininghistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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22:57

The Allied Bombing of Germany 1940-1945

Explaining History ·

2017/06/16

By 1940, the British had no other way of taking the fight directly to the enemy than aerial bombing. In the four years that followed, bombing became a controversial but essential aspect of the allied war effort, even though targeting civilians became a specific objective Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/explaininghistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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26:43

China's Self Strengthening Movement 1860-1895

Explaining History ·

2017/06/15

In the mid 19th Century China experienced a prolonged crisis as a result of the loss of the two opium wars with Britain. An attempt to economically revolutionise the country in the guise of the Self Strengthening Movement resulted in rapid economic development, but also fierce resistance from China's traditionalists. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/explaininghistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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16:13

The decline and fall of the 20th Century Manifesto

Explaining History ·

2017/06/13

The 20th Century was an age of political and artistic manifestos and visions, but the 21st Century is largely devoid of them. This podcast explores the factors that have led to their decline Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/explaininghistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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19:54

Book Review: Reagan: American Icon by Iwan Morgan

Explaining History ·

2017/06/13

Reviewing the new biography of Ronald Reagan, US president and figurehead of the conservative revolution. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/explaininghistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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29:03

Europe's Age of Catastrophe 1914-1945

Explaining History ·

2017/06/12

A combination of factors in the aftermath of the First World War - ethnic nationalism and racism, capitalism in crisis and resurgent class conflict made peace in Europe fragile and temporary. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/explaininghistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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10:47

Book Review: The Winchester - legend of the west

Explaining History ·

2017/06/09

Review of Laura Trevelyan's biography of the Winchester repeating rifle Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/explaininghistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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