This is the fourth and final episode in a series regarding the life of Russian dictator Vladimir Lenin.  The episode begins with the competition of the Bolshevik Revolution and covers the efforts that Lenin went through in order to consolidate his authoritarian rule.  The Russian Civil War (Red-White), the formation of the Cheka, and his relationship with Stalin and Trotsky, and the formation of the Lenin personality cult are discussed before addressing the final year of his life - a time during which his health prevented him from creating a proper succession plan.  The material in this podcast serves as an introduction to the International Baccalaureates' Paper two topic 10  - Authoritarian States (20th century).

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This is the third episode in a series regarding the life of Russian dictator Vladimir Lenin.  This episode picks up after the disaster split between the Bolsheviks and Mensheviks.  Opportunity abounds to spark the socialist revolution (Petrograd uprisings, coronation chaos, World War I, and Gaspon's last gasp) but each time Lenin fails to seize the opportunity.  The role that Tsar Nicholas and Rasputin played in the failure of the Romanov's is fleshed out and the episode ends with a provisional government taking over after the February Revolution.  Lenin's turn in charge would have to wait.   The material in this podcast serves as an introduction to the International Baccalaureates' Paper two topic 10  - Authoritarian States (20th century).

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This is the second episode in a series regarding the life of Russian Revolutionary (and dictator) Vladimir Lenin.  This part of our story begins with Lenin's Siberian exile and the continuation of his development as a Marxist with a main focus being placed upon the differences between Marxism and Leninism.  Influential individuals including his wife and Leon Trotsky are introduced during this time period in his life.  The material in this podcast serves as an introduction to the International Baccalaureates' Paper two topic 10  - Authoritarian States (20th century).

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This is the first episode in a series regarding the life of Russian Revolutionary (and dictator) Vladimir Lenin.  We will first examine the early life of the Ulyanov family and how the actions (and subsequent death) of his brother put him on his revolutionary course.  Early pre-Marx influences will be looked at as a young Lenin traverses early life while trying to find his place in the world.  The episode culminates with his arrest and exile to Siberia.   The material in this podcast serves as an introduction to the International Baccalaureates' Paper two topic 10  - Authoritarian States (20th century).

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This is the final episode in a series regarding the life of Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein.  We'll examine the fall of Saddam through the lens that the Bush Administration used in their decision to take out the Iraqi dictator.  Namely, the questions regarding his weapons of mass destructions program, his history of supporting terrorism (particularly from Palestine), and his awful record regarding human rights.  The Second Iraq war and his trial will be covered indepth.   The material in this podcast serves as an introduction to the International Baccalaureates' Paper two topic 10  - Authoritarian States (20th century).

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This is the second of three episodes in a series regarding the life of Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein.  Saddam has just taken control of the Ba'ath party and is exerting his will on the country at the moment that opportunity regarding Iran seemingly arises.  This episode will recap Saddam's roles in the Iran-Iraq war, his invasion of Kuwait, and the first Persian Gulf War.  In addition to Saddam's activity during this time, we will continue to highlight the historical events that result in Osama Bin Laden's fatwa against the United States.  The material in this podcast serves as an introduction to the International Baccalaureates' Paper two topic 10  - Authoritarian States (20th century).

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This is the first of three episodes in a series regarding the life of Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein.  This episode explores the creation of the modern state of Iraq (a lawless land meant to divide rather than unite).  Saddam's childhood in Tikrit is examined for insights towards the psychological profile of the man who became the butcher of Baghdad.   The Ba'ath party (and its ideology of Pan Arabism), its rise, and Saddam's role in it will be looked at.  The episode ends with Saddam's role in expanding social services in order to expand his influence/power.  The material in this podcast serves as an introduction to the International Baccalaureates' Paper two topic 10  - Authoritarian States (20th century).

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This is the sixth and final episode in a series regarding the life of Chinese dictator Mao Zedong.  This episode examines how American rapprochement benefitted the political fortunes of Mao while simultaneously setting him on collision courses with Lin Baio and the Gang of Four.  Mao's deteriorating health and death will be discussed along with his continuing legacy. The material in this podcast serves as an introduction to the International Baccalaureates' Paper two topic 10  - Authoritarian States (20th century).

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This is the fifth in a series of six episodes regarding Chinese dictator Mao Zedong.  This episode examines the Great Helmsman's political come back following his disastrous economic policy of the Great Leap Forward.  The podcast begins with a look at his self-imposed political exile, the role that foreign affairs played in his revival before moving into the Great Proletariate Cultural Revolution.  The roles of Lin Biao and Jiang Qing will also be looked at.  The material in this podcast serves as an introduction to the International Baccalaureates' Paper two topic 10  - Authoritarian States (20th century).

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This is the fourth in a series of six episodes regarding Chinese dictator Mao Zedong.  This episode examines the details behind colossal mistake that was the Great Leap Forward.  The policy, which was designed to enable the rapid industrialization of China (with a goal of catching Great Britain within 15 years), resulted in the mass starvation of the Chinese peasantry.  Mao's role as well as some interesting policies including Lysenkoism, the 4 Pests Campaign, Backyard Furnaces, and Houses of Happiness. The material in this podcast serves as an introduction to the International Baccalaureates' Paper two topic 10  - Authoritarian States (20th century).

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