Bro History

On today's episode, our friend Joseph Solis-Mullen joins us to discuss the ongoing war between Israel and Iran. Joe makes the case that a nuclear armed Iran could be better for the US than you might think. From there, we cover way too much to put in a description, so have a listen and find out for yourself.

Joe's recent article: https://libertarianinstitute.org/articles/a-nuclear-iran-isnt-americas-problem/

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On today's episode, we discuss one of the most overlooked turning points of the 20th century, Greece and Turkey agreed to swap over 1.5 million people—Christians for Muslims—in what became the first large-scale, state-sanctioned population exchange.

Also, marble skulls, Balkan giants, and why Americans are the loudest tourists on Earth.

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⁠https://brohistory.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠

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On today’s episode, we unpack the wild true story of Erhard Milch — the Luftwaffe mastermind with Jewish blood — and the messy reality behind Nazi racial laws.

From forged paternity claims to exemptions signed by Hitler himself, we explore how ideology bent under the weight of war, power, and personal connections.

Featuring field marshals, Mischlinge soldiers, and a Nazi first lady raised by a Jew, this is history at its most ironic — and unsettling.

Links to our other stuff on the interwebs:

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https://brohistory.substack.com/⁠⁠

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On Today's episode we wrap up our series on the Boer Wars, highlighting the British use of concentration camps on the Boers.

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On today’s Episode, we continue the conversation about Elon Musk, comparing him to historical power players of the past.

Less spicy than last time, but will still annoy some people lol.

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https://brohistory.substack.com/april2025

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On todays episode, we chat about Elon Musk, and debate about his merits as an entrepreneur and chief executive, and how those merits may impact his ability to influence the government through DOGE.

This one is a little spicy

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https://brohistory.substack.com/april2025

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On today’s episode, we dive back into the Boer Wars, focusing on the tumultuous events leading up to the conflict and the complex relationships between the British Empire and the Afrikaner settlers.

We explore the origins of Afrikaner identity, the economic implications of the gold discovery in the Transvaal, and the pivotal figures like Paul Kruger and Cecil Rhodes who shaped this era. As tensions rise, we discuss the disastrous Jameson Raid and its repercussions on British-Boer relations, culminating in the declaration of war that would set the stage for one of the first modern conflicts.

Join us as we unpack these historical intricacies and their lasting impact on South Africa.

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Attack on Titan’s political themes echo Carl Schmitt’s friend-enemy distinction and real-world nationalism. From Eldians in ghettos wearing armbands to the global reaction to the Rumbling, this anime mirrors 20th-century ethnic politics and ideological warfare. Is the show a critique of fascism—or a defense of it? We unpack the controversial symbolism, the show's moral dilemmas, and whether it's possible to watch without picking a side.

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On today's episode, we followup on the Boer Wars, focusing on Afrikaner identity and their conflicts with the British Empire.

We explore the Cape Colony, the Great Trek, and early encounters with the Zulu nation, highlighting Zulu military tactics under Shaka Zulu, highlighting significant battles like Blood River, and how these events shaped their national identity.

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The Iraq War was run by twenty people—and none of them knew what they were doing. Former State Department and Marine Corps officer Matthew Hoh joins us to reveal how U.S. reconstruction money funded militias, how corruption ran wild inside the Green Zone, and how counterinsurgency failed from day one. From $26 million in cash stashed in his bedroom to war briefings that never made it to the battlefield, this episode explains why the U.S. never had a chance. Who was really calling the shots—Cheney, Petraeus, or a bunch of 27-year-olds with Starbucks cups?

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