Episode 7: Legacy of the Movement Discover why the path towards communism was taken and which early reforms were enacted. This episode will also touch upon some of Cuba’s later achievements. Sources

Episode 6: Birth of a New State With Batista ousted, Castro and his followers were victorious. The revolutionaries could now develop a state that served the needs of the common people, however, their ideas often differed. Learn about Castro’s response to dissident figures. Sources

Episode 5: Castro’s Offensive In this episode the military campaigns of the 26th of July Movement will be discussed. Although Batista’s forces were better armed and trained, they could not defeat the guerillas. Tune in to find out why. Sources

Episode 4: Castro’s Early Years This episode will highlight the early years of Fidel Castro. How did a youngster from Biran become a revolutionary activist? Tune in to find out. Sources

Episode 3: New Dictator Successive governments failed to address the problems faced by many Cubans. The ambitious Fulgencio Batista took it upon himself to force change on the island. Discover the measures he took to gradually become the country’s new dictator. Sources

Episode 2: Setting After Independence After 1902 a republic was declared. Yet the situation did not improve for many Cubans. In this episode, the various social, economic and political factors will be discussed. Sources

Episode 1: Cuba the Colony In this episode Cuba’s colonial past will be explored. Learn about the island’s transition from Spain’s crown jewel to become America’s protectorate. Sources

Media During Revolution Guest episode featuring Dr. Katya Rogatchevskaia from the British Library. Here we discuss the role of propaganda, coverage from foreign media and one of Russia’s many émigré writers. Disclaimer: Research has been compiled and all opinions are her own.

Establishment of the USSR By 1922, the opponents of the Bolsheviks could no longer mount a serious challenge. In this episode we introduce the creation of the new soviet republic and some of the country’s early moves to stabilise following the civil war. Only events and policies up to 1924 are discussed. Sources

Civil War When the Bolshevik leader Vladimir Lenin dissolved the constituent assembly, the soviets were in power. However, in order to consolidate their position, the Bolsheviks engaged in a long, gruesome civil war. Learn about the different sides and how the Reds ultimately came out victorious. Sources