History Files

History Files

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History Files episodes

  • Timeless Tales: An American Scandal: Watergate to Lewinsky

    In this episode of Timeless Tales, join Dex as we dive into two of the most notorious American political scandals: Watergate and the Lewinsky affair. Discover the intricate webs of deceit, cover-ups, and political espionage that defined these events, and learn about the regulations, laws, and accountability measures that emerged in their aftermath. Tune in to explore how these scandals reshaped public perceptions of politicians and their personal conduct, and how they continue to influence politics today. Don't miss this captivating journey into the world of political intrigue and the pursuit of transparency and ethics in government!

    11 min
  • Timeless Trivia

    Looking for a weekly press and play history trivia game that is fun for all skill levels? Then look no further. Introducing Timeless Trivia. New games will be released every Monday so you can test your historical skills, revise for the big test, or simply challenge your friends. Each week will have a new theme, but for this week, it's a mixed bag of basic historical goodies. Please make sure you have a pen and paper at the ready with numbers one to fifteen marked down your page. Each game has its own unique ranking system, and today's is as follows:


    One to Four points and you’re a history beginner


    Five to Nine points and you’re a history buff


    Ten to Fourteen points and you’re a history wizard


    Full marks, and you’re a Timeless Trivia Champion.


    Are you ready?

    6 min
  • History Files: The Nuclear Age Part 2: M.A.D
    Delve into the history of the Nuclear Age with our seven-part series. We will explore the birth of the nuclear bomb, the balance of insanity that was mutually assured destruction, and how the public reacted to the growing threat of nuclear holocaust. We will also delve into the tests conducted, the limits set by governing bodies, and the continuing proliferation of nuclear-armed states. Finally, we will answer the question of whether there is a future for nuclear power. If you love this series, you can find a copy of the book on Amazon via the following link: https://amzn.asia/d/2bAshwG
    29 min
  • History Files: Exploring Chernobyl, Nuclear Medicine, and Reactor Safety Feat. Dr Elizabeth Killen

    In this episode, I speak to Dr Liz Killen, a wealth of knowledge regarding all matter scientific. Drawing on her experience working with Australian and UK reactors, she helps me unpack the concerns around nuclear safety and the benefits of nuclear medicine and energy. Moreover, she describes her experience visiting the world's most infamous nuclear disaster site and explains why a repeat of this nature is highly unlikely in the context of Australia.

    29 min
  • History Files: The Nuclear Age Part 1: Splitting the atom
    Delve into the history of the Nuclear Age with our seven-part series. We will explore the birth of the nuclear bomb, the balance of insanity that was mutually assured destruction, and how the public reacted to the growing threat of nuclear holocaust. We will also delve into the tests conducted, the limits set by governing bodies, and the continuing proliferation of nuclear-armed states. Finally, we will answer the question of whether there is a future for nuclear power. If you love this series, you can find a copy of the book on Amazon via the following link: https://amzn.asia/d/2bAshwG.
    17 min
  • Timeless Tales: Rome's Twilight: A Citizen's Tale of the Eternal City's Fall

    Journey back to the year 410 AD and experience the harrowing tale of Gaius Maximus, a Roman citizen who lived through the sack of Rome by the Visigoths. Through Gaius's firsthand account, we'll explore the fear, chaos, and destruction that marked the fall of one of history's greatest empires. Join us on this emotional rollercoaster as we delve into Rome's twilight and discover the lessons we can learn from its tragic end. Don't miss this captivating episode of Timeless Tales!

    7 min
  • Timeless Tales

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    Welcome back History buffs. We are super excited to announce our new bonus episode offering, Timeless Tales. For only 50 cents a month, you can get access to two additional history deep dives. But, you are probably thinking, What will they be about? The topics will be breaking the bounds of our Modern History time zone, by venturing into the world of Ancient and Medieval. Plus, if you don’t have 50 cents to spare or are in a location of the globe that does
    not support the subscription set-up, don’t stress. At the end of each month, one of the bonus episodes will be released free to the regular stream. To sign up simply click the link in this episode description, or on the link in the bio on our Instagram page modern history hsc podcast and you will get access to our special RSS feed. Finally, so you know exactly what you are in for, we have decided to make the bonus episode 2 the Smoking Snakes: Brazil's Fearless Fighters of World War II, available now to all. We hope you enjoy this new initiative as we continue to grow and become the best history podcast we can be.

    2 min

About History Files

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What's up history buffs! Welcome to History Files, the podcast that has your curiosity craving covered.