Hardcore Stories

By Hardcore Stories

Hardcore Stories is a history podcast where the past is stripped of polish and told the way it actually happened. Each episode dives deep into the most intense, controversial, and world-shaping moment... more

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How many episodes does Hardcore Stories have?

The podcast currently has 140 episodes available.

Hardcore Stories episodes:

December 20, 2025 The Last Viking’s English Disaster
In this episode, we look at why Hardrada’s invasion collapsed so quickly. We breakdown the decisions that brought his downfall.
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6min
December 19, 2025 Rise of Viking Kings and States
In this episode, we track the formation of Viking-led states across Europe. We focus on the motivations behind their shift to governance.
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6min
December 18, 2025 Battle of Tours: The Fight for Western Europe
In this episode, we retrace the movements that led to this historic confrontation. We explain how its outcome influenced the region’s long-term stability.
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5min
December 17, 2025 How Charlemagne Built Power Through Warfare
In this episode, we break down the military actions that strengthened Charlemagne’s position. We show how his campaigns paved the way for unified rule.
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6min
December 16, 2025 Ottomans End Roman Legacy in 1453
In this episode, we explore how the conquest ended a 1,500-year civilizational line. We look at why the city couldn’t hold and what came next.
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5min
December 15, 2025 Nature’s Role in Stopping Kublai Khan
In this episode, we explore how extreme weather derailed the Mongol invasions of Japan. We connect the scientific and historical context behind the events.
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6min
December 14, 2025 Genghis Khan’s Strategies for Rapid Expansion
In this episode, we explore the methods behind the Mongol Empire’s lightning-fast growth. We analyze the planning and execution that enabled such swift conquest.
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6min
December 12, 2025 Spartacus and the Deadly Roman Revolt
In this episode, we delve into the scale and brutality of the rebellion. In this episode, we show how Rome’s fear led to an overwhelming response.
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5min
December 11, 2025 Caesar’s Rise and the Republic’s Demise
In this episode, we analyze how Caesar’s ambition destabilized Rome’s institutions. In this episode, we track the war’s turning points and their consequences.
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6min
December 08, 2025 Hannibal’s Cannae Strategy That Shocked Rome
In this episode, we detail how Hannibal predicted and exploited Rome’s aggression. We revisit the moment his formation snapped shut around the Roman legions.
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5min

FAQs about Hardcore Stories:

How many episodes does Hardcore Stories have?

The podcast currently has 140 episodes available.