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DISCLAIMER! If you're listening to this episode, first, thank you! But second, this is an early episode. It was recorded and edited when we really didn't know what we were doing and our sound quality was very lacking. We've gotten a lot better at both since then so, please, bear with us! We're so glad to have you along.
When Germany and the USSR fought for Kursk in July 1943, they were facing off in the largest battle of the Second World War. The largest battle in human history, in fact. Chris and Jason team up to tell the story of this epic confrontation.
In the first of 4 episodes covering the battle, we back up to discuss the origins of the Eastern Front. We delve a little into Germany's rationale for invading the USSR, how they planned for it and envisioned it playing out, and the state of the Soviet Union on the eve of Operation Barbarossa.
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Thanks as always to our editor, Grant Weaver
Music credit: Ancient Mystery Waltz by Kevin MacLeod.
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DISCLAIMER! If you're listening to this episode, first, thank you! But second, this is an early episode. It was recorded and edited when we really didn't know what we were doing and our sound quality was very lacking. We've gotten a lot better at both since then so, please, bear with us! We're so glad to have you along.
Our tournament of US Presidents concluded with Lincoln capturing the title by the narrowest of margins. In this episode, Chris, Jason and Rachael discuss the showdown between Washington and Lincoln.
Thanks as always for our sound and content editor, Grant Weaver
Music: Ancient Mystery Waltz by Kevin Macleod.
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DISCLAIMER! If you're listening to this episode, first, thank you! But second, this is an early episode. It was recorded and edited when we really didn't know what we were doing and our sound quality was very lacking. We've gotten a lot better at both since then so, please, bear with us! We're so glad to have you along.
The tournament is winding down. Jason and Chris team up to discuss the presidents who lost out of the Elite 8 and the Final 4. They then offer a few thoughts on the upcoming championship between heavy hitters George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.
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Thanks to our editor, Grant Weaver, who cut out a lot of fluff and still made us sound smart.
Music credit: Ancient Mystery Waltz by Kevin Macleod
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DISCLAIMER! If you're listening to this episode, first, thank you! But second, this is an early episode. It was recorded and edited when we really didn't know what we were doing and our sound quality was very lacking. We've gotten a lot better at both since then so, please, bear with us! We're so glad to have you along.
Sixteen presidents set out to be named the greatest in history. After two weeks of competition, eight advance and eight go home. In this episode, Chris, Katie, and Rachael send those eight home in true presidential style.
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The audio had some glitches this time around but our sound editor, Grant Weaver, did Herculean work to minimize them. We're sure it will be fixed by the next episode!
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DISCLAIMER! If you're listening to this episode, first, thank you! But second, this is an early episode. It was recorded and edited when we really didn't know what we were doing and our sound quality was very lacking. We've gotten a lot better at both since then so, please, bear with us! We're so glad to have you along.
The Big Dance of History is here. Sixteen US Presidents are seeded, matched up, and set to battle it out for the title of "Greatest President in History." Chris, Jason, and Katie introduce the contenders and offer analysis, predictions, and thoughts on the upcoming Tournament of US Presidents.
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As always, special thanks to our sound editor, Grant Weaver.
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DISCLAIMER! If you're listening to this episode, first, thank you! But second, this is an early episode. It was recorded and edited when we really didn't know what we were doing and our sound quality was very lacking. We've gotten a lot better at both since then so, please, bear with us! We're so glad to have you along.
In our first effort (bear with us while we climb the learning curve!), Jason and Chris take a deep dive into the life of Marcus Agrippa. Largely unknown today, Agrippa was a crucial figure in the end of the Roman Republic and the rise of the Roman Empire. He was Octavian Caesar's military go-to man responsible for the victories that propelled Octavian to the ultimate title Augustus. In addition, he was the vitally important city planner who transformed Rome's landscape. But beyond that, he was also the emperor's best friend. Their bond endured intrigue, wealth, and power to stand out as one of history's greatest examples of friendship.
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