The History You Forgot

This episode explores the complex history of Korea, Vietnam, and Cold War conflicts, providing insights into military strategies, political decisions, and the lasting impact on international relations. Perfect for history enthusiasts and students seeking a deeper understanding of 20th-century conflicts.

What if everything you think these words mean... used to mean something else? This episode untangles how "liberal" and "conservative" flipped, stretched, and morphed across history. We trace how these political labels changed so much they barely recognize themselves.

This episode features a grab bag array of topics! The guys engage in a lively panel discussion on a wide range of historical topics, from the Battle of Hastings and the history of potatoes to apartheid and economic theories like trickle-down economics. We’ll share insights, stories, and humorous takes, making history engaging and accessible.

Explore the foundational ideas of social contract theory through a lively discussion on Hobbes, Locke, and Rousseau, connecting their philosophies to modern governance and personal rights.

Key  topics:

The impact of the English Civil War on political philosophy

The contrasting views of human nature by Hobbes, Locke, and Rousseau

The development of the social contract and its influence on modern democracy

Explore the pivotal events of 1989, including the fall of the Berlin Wall, the end of the Cold War, and the rise of reform movements in the Soviet Union and China. This episode offers a comprehensive look at a year that reshaped global politics and society.

In the 17th episode of the podcast, the guys cover the year 1968.  Explore the tumultuous events surrounding this year, covering Cold War tensions, civil rights, protests, and cultural shifts. Gain insights into key events, figures, and the global impact of this pivotal year.

This podcast episode explores the complexities of the Cold War, its key events, and the significant figures involved. The guys discuss the ideological battle between democracy and communism, the impact of McCarthyism, the arms race, and pivotal moments such as the Cuban Missile Crisis. They also reflect on the lasting effects of these historical events on modern society and politics, emphasizing the importance of understanding this era in history.

In this episode, the guys dive into the Cold War, exploring its origins, key events, and the ideological divide between communism and capitalism.  The hosts discuss significant post-war conferences, the rise of the Iron Curtain, the impact of the Marshall Plan, and the Berlin Airlift.  They also examine the nuclear age and the Korean War, highlighting the complexities of U.S. foreign policy during this tense period in history.

Imperialism: Does Might Make Right?

In this episode of The History You Forgot, we delve into the complex history of imperialism, sovereignty, and how notions of power have shaped global conflicts. This conversation explores the evolution from ancient city-states tomodern nation-states, highlighting key frameworks, historical treaties, and the philosophical debates around might versus right in international relations.

KeyTopics

The origins and evolution of sovereignty from ancient Greece to the 17th-century Westphalia treaty

How imperialism, colonization, and mercantilism fueled European expansionism from the Renaissance onward

The roles of nationalism, imperial rivalries, and technology in shaping 19th and 20th-century conflicts

Theories of realism versus liberalism in international relations, and their influence on foreign policy

Modern issues of territorial disputes, interventionism, and the balance of hard and soft power

Historical perspectives on American expansionism, decolonization, and international cooperation (NATO, UN)

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In this episode of the History You Forgot podcast, the guys delve into the second part of their discussion on World War II, covering significant events from 1942 onwards. They explore key battles in the European and Pacific Theaters, including the Eastern Front, the Italian Campaign, and the pivotal D-Day invasion. The conversation also addresses the decision to use the atomic bomb and the aftermath of the war, including the impact on international relations and the onset of the Cold War.