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Condensed Histories

Condensed Histories bridges the gap between history and popular culture. In each episode of Condensed Histories our host, Jem Duducu, takes an item of popular culture and looks under the surface to find real history hiding inside, with fascinating facts and stories about history spanning all eras, and also about the development of the piece pop-culture itself, appealing to history lover and enthusiasts of movies, games and music alike!From shows on Netflix, Prime or Disney Plus, to the lastest

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36:31

Warhammer and Culture Wars: Unpacking Pop Culture and...

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2025/02/06

In this episode of Condensed Histories, Jem DuDucu dives deep into the world of Warhammer to discuss its intersection with contemporary culture wars. Jem addresses the challenges and complications faced by large organizations like Games Workshop, as they navigate sensitive issues of inclusivity and representation in their products. From the backlash against diverse depictions in Warhammer to the controversy over female Custodians, and comparisons with other pop culture phenomena like Disney's The

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34:27

Coldplay's Viva La Vida and the French Revolution

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2025/01/30

In this episode of Condensed Histories, host Jem Duducu delves into Coldplay's 2008 hit 'Viva La Vida' and explores the connections between modern British rock music and historical events, particularly the French Revolution. Discussing Coldplay's rise to fame, the band's unique sound, and the historical themes integrated into their music, Jem not only offers insights into the evolution of the band but also ties it to significant historical revolutions, including insights on the American Revolution,

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40:13

Churchill at War

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2025/01/23

Jem looks into Netflix documentary 'Churchill at War', where they do Churchill injustice, and the biggest mark against Churchill that the documentary doesn't mention.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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38:20

SAS Rogue Heroes and The Six Triple Eight

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2025/01/16

Jem looks into some of the history behind the new series of SAS Rogue Heroes, and compares it to the film Six Triple Eight.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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42:27

The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim

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2025/01/09

Jem looks at the animated film 'The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim', and the question of protecting copyright!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:01:06

A Year of Movies... Part Three

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2024/12/19

Jem concludes his epic journey through a whole year of movies!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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50:17

A Year of Movies... Part Two

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2024/12/17

Jem continues his journey through a whole year of movies!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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55:49

A Year of Movies... Part One

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2024/12/12

Jem begins his journey through an entire year of movies!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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38:02

Bicycle Theives and Rubble Movies

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2024/12/10

Jem looks into the film The Bicycle Theif and the world of Rubble Movies.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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39:10

Bruce Lee

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2024/12/05

Following a suggestion from the Condesed Histories Podcast Facebook Group, Jem takes a look into the history surrounding Bruce Lee!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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39:15

Alexander Nevsky

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2024/12/03

Jem looks into Soviet Cinema and Alexander Nevsky.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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43:35

Terence Malick

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2024/11/28

Jem interviews John Bleasdale, author of 'The Magic Hours The Films and Hidden Life of Terence Malick' about the subject of the book, Terence Malick himself!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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38:14

Prequels!

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2024/11/26

Jem looks into the decisive subject of Prequels, including Better Call Saul and Star Wars!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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40:32

Cut The Red Wire!

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2024/11/21

Jem takes a look into the history of bomb disposal.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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41:00

Gladiator 2

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2024/11/19

Jem looks at Gladiator 2!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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41:14

Russian Radiation

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2024/11/14

Jem looks into Russian Radiation through three pieces of popular culture.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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45:26

The Greatest Action Hero

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2024/11/12

Jem looks at the Greatest Action Hero... in real life!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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28:49

Barry Lyndon Part 2

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2024/11/07

Jem concludes his two-part episode on Barry Lyndon!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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33:33

Barry Lyndon Part 1

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2024/11/05

Jem kicks off a two-part episode on Barry Lyndon!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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40:30

The Terminator

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2024/10/31

Jem talks about The Terminator, and about Sci-Fi affecting the real world!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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