Pint-Sized History

In this episode of Pint-Sized History, we discuss the life and rule of Saddam Hussein, from his rise through Iraq’s political ranks to his decades-long dictatorship and eventual capture by the US-led coalition during the Iraq War.

We break down the key moments that shaped his leadership, including the Iran-Iraq War, the invasion of Kuwait, and the events that led to his downfall.

Was Saddam Hussein a ruthless dictator, a strategic political operator, something far more complex or just plain crazy?

We explore the history, the myths, and the lasting global impact of his rule in this thrilling two-parter.

Perfect for history lovers, students, and anyone curious about Middle Eastern history and world politics.

🎵 Shoutout to Bigshortage for our opening jingle.

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In this episode of Pint-Sized History, we dive into the life and legacy of Saddam Hussein, from his rise through Iraq’s political ranks to his decades-long rule and eventual capture by the US-led coalition.

We break down the key moments that shaped his leadership, including the Iran-Iraq War, the invasion of Kuwait, and the events that led to his downfall.

Was Saddam Hussein a ruthless dictator, a strategic political operator, something far more complex or just plain crazy?

We explore the history, the myths, and the lasting global impact of his rule in this thrilling two-parter.

Perfect for history lovers, students, and anyone curious about Middle Eastern history and world politics.

🎵 Shoutout to Bigshortage for our opening jingle.

👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more history episodes every week!

PINT-SIZED HISTORY TOPPLE ROME!

Veni, Vidi, Vici or Venimus, vidimus, vicimus in this three-parter on the history of Rome.

From the beginnings of the Roman Republic via Romulus and Remus to the Roman Empire and its eventual downfall with everything in between.

Think the Punic Wars, Pax Romana, the rise to power of Julius Caesar, the First Triumvirate, the Gallic Wars, the invasion of Britannia, we're covering it all.

We're talking Caesar, Hannibal, Scipio Africanus, Cleopatra, Octavian, Marc Anthony ooooooo Now! This is History!

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PINT-SIZED HISTORY HAIL CAESAR... EVEN MORE THIS TIME!

Veni, Vidi, Vici or Venimus, vidimus, vicimus in this three-parter on the history of Rome.

From the beginnings of the Roman Republic via Romulus and Remus to the Roman Empire and its eventual downfall with everything in between.

Think the Punic Wars, Pax Romana, the rise to power of Julius Caesar, the First Triumvirate, the Gallic Wars, the invasion of Britannia, we're covering it all.

We're talking Caesar, Hannibal, Scipio Africanus, Cleopatra, Octavian, Marc Anthony ooooooo Now! This is History!

🎵 Shoutout to Bigshortage for our opening jingle.

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PINT-SIZED HISTORY HAIL CAESAR!

Veni, Vidi, Vici or Venimus, vidimus, vicimus in this three-parter on the history of Rome.

From the beginnings of the Roman Republic via Romulus and Remus to the Roman Empire and its eventual downfall with everything in between.

Think the Punic Wars, Pax Romana, the rise to power of Julius Caesar, the First Triumvirate, the Gallic Wars, the invasion of Britannia, we're covering it all.

We're talking Caesar, Hannibal, Scipio Africanus, Cleopatra, Octavian, Marc Anthony ooooooo Now! This is History!

🎵 Shoutout to Bigshortage for our opening jingle.

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PINT-SIZED HISTORY HAS TANKED

Do you like Tanks? Do you like learning about World War 2? Do you like a spot of casual beverages while discussing poignant historical takes?

Well join Zack and Joe for the Battle of Kursk, the biggest battle in history and the biggest tank battle ever. We're talking T-34s, Tigers, Panzers, Panthers, Elefants, Churchills, Shermans, Valentines - THE LOT!

We discuss how the Battle of Kursk came to be, how the German Wehrmacht took on the Soviet Red Army, and what actually happened in this critical point of the Second World War.

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PINT SIZED HISTORY RAVAGE EUROPE

The Black Death was a plague that occurred in Europe during the mid 14th century.

It’s probably the most famous pandemic that’s ever happened!

Joe and Zack walk through the causes, effects and aftermath of the brutal bacterial disaster that killed almost 50 million people, halving the world’s population.

Sit back, relax, grab a pint for this easy to listen to history on something you’d probably like to know about for your next pub quiz.

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PINT-SIZED HISTORY ASSAULT IWO JIMA!

Have you ever wondered why a tiny island became one of the most iconic battles of the Second World War? Have you ever looked at that famous flag-raising photograph and asked yourself what really happened there?

Well the boys have got you covered, Joe and Zack talk the Battle of Iwo Jima. The brutal clash between the United States Marine Corps and the Imperial Japanese Army in 1945.

We break down why Iwo Jima mattered, how General Kuribayashi turned the island into a fortress, and why nearly 30,000 US Marines became casualties while taking it.

In this two-parter we'll talk about the story behind the legendary flag raising on Mount Suribachi, the gritty step-by-step advance across the island, and the extraordinary tales of bravery from both sides.

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PINT-SIZED HISTORY ARE STORMING THE BEACHES!

Have you ever wondered why a tiny volcanic island in the Pacific became one of the most iconic battles of the Second World War?

Have you ever looked at that famous flag-raising photograph and asked yourself what really happened there?

Well the boys have got you covered, Joe and Zack dig into the Battle of Iwo Jima. The brutal clash between the United States Marine Corps and the Imperial Japanese Army in 1945.

We break down why Iwo Jima mattered, how General Kuribayashi turned the island into a fortress, and why nearly 30,000 US Marines became casualties while taking it.

In this two-parter we'll talk about the story behind the legendary flag raising on Mount Suribachi, the gritty step-by-step advance across the island, and the extraordinary tales of bravery from both sides.

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PINT-SIZED HISTORY ARE GOING TO THE KREMLIN!

Have you ever wondered how Putin got to power? Have you ever found yourself thinking what made him the man he is today?

Well look no further as Joe and Zack walk through the life of Vladimir Putin, the President of Russia. From his beginnings in Leningrad, to KGB Director, and then the all-powerful dictator of Russia.

The man responsible for bringing Russia back from the brink of economic collapse and later launching the invasion and war in Ukraine.

He wrestles bears, rides horses topless, and is sending for every European leader, specifically the UK. But what made him tick?

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