S8 Ep704: 5. Ukraine’s Drone Campaign Against Russian Energy Infrastructure Guest: John Hardie and Bill Roggio Summary: Ukraine is utilizing innovative long-range drones and AI targeting to strike Russian oil terminals and refineries. This campaign aims to cripple
5. Ukraine’s Drone Campaign Against Russian Energy Infrastructure Guest: John Hardieand Bill Roggio Summary: Ukraine is utilizing innovative long-range drones and AI targeting to strike Russian oil terminals and refineries. This campaign aims to cripple Moscow’s revenue windfall resulting from inflated global energy prices during the Middle East crisis.,, (5) 1803 QAJAR
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S8 Ep704: 4. Divergent U.S. and Israeli Strategies in the Middle East Guest: David Daoud and Bill Roggio Summary: Guests contrast U.S.-led war aims in Iran with Israel’s independent operations in Lebanon. They explore if Israel’s strikes on petrochemical facilities
4. Divergent U.S. and IsraeliStrategies in the Middle East Guest:David Daoud and Bill RoggioSummary: Guests contrast U.S.-led war aims in Iran with Israel’s independent operations in Lebanon. They explore if Israel’s strikes on petrochemical facilities are coordinated with Washington or represent a tactical good cop/bad copdiplomatic strategy.,, (4) 1721 PERSIA
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S8 Ep704: 3. Israel’s Military Objectives in Southern Lebanon Guest: David Daoud and Bill Roggio Summary: David Daoud explains the IDF’s realistic military goals in Lebanon, focusing on a manageable activity zone to disarm Hezbollah. They discuss risks of overexten
3. Israel’s Military Objectives in Southern Lebanon Guest: David Daoud and Bill Roggio Summary:David Daoud explains the IDF’s realistic military goals in Lebanon, focusing on a manageable activity zone to disarm Hezbollah. They discuss risks of overextension and the necessity of disproving Hezbollah’s narrative of successful resistance.,, (3) 1721 PERSIA
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S8 Ep704: 2. The High Cost of Ground Troops in Iran Guest: Bill Roggio and Hussein Haqqani Summary: The discussion focuses on the dangers of deploying "boots on the ground" in Iran. Bill Roggio warns of significant equipment losses and the lack of visible popular s
2. The High Cost of Ground Troops in Iran Guest: Bill Roggio and Hussein Haqqani Summary: The discussion focuses on the dangers of deploying "boots on the ground" in Iran. Bill Roggio warns of significant equipment losses and the lack of visible popular support from Iranian citizens for a U.S. operation.,, (2) 1690 PERSIA
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S8 Ep704: 1. U.S. Conflict with Iran and Shifting War Aims Guest: Bill Roggio and Hussein Haqqani Summary: Experts analyze rising oil prices and the IRGC's determination to hold power despite U.S. strikes. They critique the President’s undiplomatic threats and ques
1. U.S. Conflict with Iran and Shifting War Aims Guest: Bill Roggio and Hussein Haqqani Summary: Experts analyze rising oil prices and the IRGC's determination to hold power despite U.S. strikes. They critique the President’s undiplomatic threats and question if the American people are truly prepared for a long, expensive war.,, (1) 1521 PERSIA
11m Apr 07
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S8 Ep703: PREVIEW FOR LATER TONIGHT: Edmund Fitton-Brown analyzes shifting U.S. war aims regarding Iran. He emphasizes the critical need to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and prevent the Iranian regime from establishing long-term maritime blackmail capabilities. (1)
PREVIEW FOR LATER TONIGHT: Edmund Fitton-Brown analyzes shifting U.S. war aims regarding Iran. He emphasizes the critical need to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and prevent the Iranianregime from establishing long-term maritime blackmail capabilities. (1) 1680
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S8 Ep703: PREVIEW FOR LATER TONIGHT: John Hardie discusses the evolution of drone warfare in Ukraine, highlighting long-range strikes against Russianenergy infrastructure. He details how AI-enabled guidance and terminal recognition technologies are reversing Russia
PREVIEW FOR LATER TONIGHT: John Hardie discusses the evolution of drone warfare in Ukraine, highlighting long-range strikes against Russianenergy infrastructure. He details how AI-enabled guidance and terminal recognition technologies are reversing Russia's tactical and economic advantages. (2) 1955
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S8 Ep703: PREVIEW FOR LATER TONIGHT: Jonathan Sayeh explores the Iranian public's perspective on potential strikes against national infrastructure. He discusses the balance between enduring catastrophic loss for freedom and the risk of the regime remaining in power
PREVIEW FOR LATER TONIGHT: Jonathan Sayeh explores the Iranianpublic's perspective on potential strikes against national infrastructure. He discusses the balance between enduring catastrophic loss for freedom and the risk of the regime remaining in power. (4) 1654
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S8 Ep703: PREVIEW FOR LATER TONIGHT: Bridget Toomey evaluates the Houthi threat in the Red Sea, noting their continued ambitions and lack of trustworthiness. She explains how the group reserves the right to escalate based on Tehran’s regional interests. (6)
PREVIEW FOR LATER TONIGHT: Bridget Toomey evaluates the Houthi threat in the Red Sea, noting their continued ambitions and lack of trustworthiness. She explains how the group reserves the right to escalate based on Tehran’s regional interests. (6) 1933 YEMEN
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S8 Ep702: PREVIEW FOR LATER: General Blaine Holt analyzes the tactical shifts following the loss of two F-15s. He discusses the urgent need for air dominance over Iran and the potential deployment of prototypical, high-tech weapon systems. (1)
PREVIEW FOR LATER: General Blaine Holt analyzes the tactical shifts following the loss of two F-15s. He discusses the urgent need for air dominance over Iranand the potential deployment of prototypical, high-tech weapon systems. (1)
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S8 Ep702: PREVIEW FOR LATER: Greg Scarlatoiu examines Kim Jong-un’s surprising effectiveness as a manager of North Korea's nuclear program. Despite initial hopes for reform, his understanding of the West has actually bolstered his aggressive diplomatic capabilities
PREVIEW FOR LATER: Greg Scarlatoiu examines Kim Jong-un’s surprising effectiveness as a manager of North Korea's nuclear program. Despite initial hopes for reform, his understanding of the West has actually bolstered his aggressive diplomatic capabilities. (2) 1951
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S8 Ep701: 3. GUEST GAIUS AND GERMANICUS DEBATE N LONDINIUM, SPRING 92 AD. (5) Gaius and Germanicus find historical perspective in the 13th-century BCE Amarna letters, detailing the "sweet" yet deceptive correspondence between Pharaohs and their vassals. They ma
3. GUEST GAIUS AND GERMANICUS DEBATE N LONDINIUM, SPRING 92 AD. (5) Gaius and Germanicus find historical perspective in the 13th-century BCE Amarna letters, detailing the "sweet" yet deceptive correspondence between Pharaohs and their vassals. They marvel at ancient rascals trading gold-painted wood for favors, drawing a direct line to modern diplomacy where F-35 aircraft have become the new "c...
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S8 Ep701: 2. GUEST GAIUS AND GERMANICUS DEBATE N LONDINIUM, SPRING 92 AD. (3) The discourse turns to the "impending economic calamity" caused by soaring energy prices and global supply chain disruptions. Germanicus warns that the Emperor’s failure to balance "guns
2. GUEST GAIUS AND GERMANICUS DEBATE N LONDINIUM, SPRING 92 AD. (3) The discourse turns to the "impending economic calamity" caused by soaring energy prices and global supply chain disruptions. Germanicus warns that the Emperor’s failure to balance "guns and butter" has already baked in a recession and potential global famine. They compare the current climate of rumors to the psychological stat...
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S8 Ep701: 1. GUEST GAIUS AND GERMANICUS DEBATE N LONDINIUM, SPRING 92 AD. (1) In a rain-swept Londinium, Gaius and Germanicus transition from Roman gardening to the modern "emperor system". They analyze the Emperor's social media threats against the IRGC, noting th
1. GUEST GAIUS AND GERMANICUS DEBATE N LONDINIUM, SPRING 92 AD. (1) In a rain-swept Londinium, Gaius and Germanicus transition from Roman gardening to the modern "emperor system". They analyze the Emperor's social media threats against the IRGC, noting these "vulgar" outbursts lack strategic clarity regarding Iran’s nuclear program. Drawing parallels to troubled historical figures like Caligula...
23m Apr 06
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S8 Ep700: 8. Zimmerman discusses the 1967 Apollo 1 tragedy, where a fire killed three astronauts during a rehearsal. This disaster forced NASA to implement rigorous safety overhauls, including hatch redesigns and atmosphere changes. Simultaneously, the Soviet Un
8. Zimmerman discusses the 1967 Apollo 1 tragedy, where a fire killed three astronauts during a rehearsal. This disaster forced NASA to implement rigorous safety overhauls, including hatch redesigns and atmosphere changes. Simultaneously, the Soviet Union faced its own catastrophe with Soyuz 1, slowing the space race. (8) 1895
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S8 Ep700: 7. Zimmerman recounts the perilous return to Earth, highlighting Jim Lovell’s emergency use of a sextant for navigation after a computer error. The mission concluded with a high-speed, "double-skip" atmospheric re-entry and a successful Pacific splashdown
7. Zimmerman recounts the perilous return to Earth, highlighting Jim Lovell’s emergency use of a sextant for navigation after a computer error. The mission concluded with a high-speed, "double-skip" atmospheric re-entry and a successful Pacific splashdown. This triumph solidified Apollo 8’s legacy for humanity. (7) 1951
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S8 Ep700: 6. Zimmerman covers the iconic "Earthrise" photograph and the crew's Christmas Eve television broadcast. He describes how the astronauts chose to read from Genesis to deliver a universal message to a global audience. The broadcast combined high-tech explo
6. Zimmerman covers the iconic "Earthrise" photograph and the crew's Christmas Eve television broadcast. He describes how the astronauts chose to read from Genesis to deliver a universal message to a global audience. The broadcast combined high-tech exploration with deep moral significance during a tumultuous era. (6) 1918
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S8 Ep700: 5. Zimmerman contextualizes Apollo 8 within the chaos of 1968, including the Vietnam War and social unrest. He argues that while the mission demonstrated democratic achievement, NASA’s top-down structure mirrored Soviet models. This centralized approach e
5. Zimmerman contextualizes Apollo 8 within the chaos of 1968, including the Vietnam War and social unrest. He argues that while the mission demonstrated democratic achievement, NASA’s top-down structure mirrored Soviet models. This centralized approach eventually led to the program's decline after the moon landing. (5) 1917
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S8 Ep700: 4. Zimmerman focuses on Apollo 8 reaching lunar orbit using the critical SPS engine. He details the crew’s first close-up views of the moon, which they described as a desolate, cratered "sandbox". These human observations settled scientific debates, provi
4. Zimmerman focuses on Apollo 8 reaching lunar orbit using the critical SPS engine. He details the crew’s first close-up views of the moon, which they described as a desolate, cratered "sandbox". These human observations settled scientific debates, proving the lunar surface was shaped by impacts. (4)
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S8 Ep699: 3. Zimmerman explains how Soviet Zond program failures prompted NASA to aggressively pivot Apollo 8 into a lunar mission. George Low spearheaded the plan to bypass the delayed lunar module for a circumlunar flight. Despite extreme risks, NASA leadership
3. Zimmerman explains how Soviet Zond program failures prompted NASA to aggressively pivot Apollo 8 into a lunar mission. George Low spearheaded the plan to bypass the delayed lunar module for a circumlunar flight. Despite extreme risks, NASA leadership authorized the mission to secure Cold War victory. (3) 1903  DC LANGLEY TEST.
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S8 Ep699: 2. Zimmerman details the December 1968 launch and the historic trans-lunar injection. He describes the crew’s reliance on primitive computers, requiring manual data entry for critical maneuvers. As they accelerated toward the moon, Jim Lovell observed the
2. Zimmerman details the December 1968 launch and the historic trans-lunar injection. He describes the crew’s reliance on primitive computers, requiring manual data entry for critical maneuvers. As they accelerated toward the moon, Jim Lovell observed the Earth shrinking, marking humanity's first departure from Earth orbit. (2) 1870
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S8 Ep699: 1. Bob Zimmerman introduces the crew: Frank Borman, Jim Lovell, and Bill Anders. He highlights their intense dedication and military backgrounds. The discussion covers the high-stakes decision to launch the Saturn V rocket and the essential support provid
1. Bob Zimmerman introduces the crew: Frank Borman, Jim Lovell, and Bill Anders. He highlights their intense dedication and military backgrounds. The discussion covers the high-stakes decision to launch the Saturn V rocket and the essential support provided by the astronauts' families in the NASA village. (1) 1917
8m Apr 06
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S8 Ep698: 8. Election night 1936 resulted in a historic landslide victory for Franklin D. Roosevelt, defying the predictions of the *Literary Digest* straw poll. Roosevelt carried 46 of 48 states and secured a massive mandate in both houses of Congress. The victo
8. Election night 1936 resulted in a historic landslide victory for Franklin D. Roosevelt, defying the predictions of the *Literary Digest* straw poll. Roosevelt carried 46 of 48 states and secured a massive mandate in both houses of Congress. The victory signaled a fundamental political realignment, as FDR captured 104 of the nation’s 106 major cities, driven by the coming-of-age of immigrant ...
5m Apr 06
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S8 Ep698: 7. The 1936 campaign highlighted the disparity between Roosevelt’s mastery of modern technology and Alf Landon’s uninspired style. While Landon’s poll numbers initially showed strength, his momentum faded as he critiqued popular programs like Social Secur
7. The 1936 campaign highlighted the disparity between Roosevelt’s mastery of modern technology and Alf Landon’s uninspired style. While Landon’s poll numbers initially showed strength, his momentum faded as he critiqued popular programs like Social Security. Eleanor Roosevelt emerged as a critical campaign asset, bridging the gap with the African-American community and attracting massive, enth...
16m Apr 06
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S8 Ep698: 6. The Republican Party struggled to find a viable challenger to Roosevelt, considering figures like Herbert Hoover, William Borah, and Arthur Vandenberg. They eventually settled on Alf Landon, the governor of Kansas, known as the "Kansas Coolidge". Lando
6. The Republican Party struggled to find a viable challenger to Roosevelt, considering figures like Herbert Hoover, William Borah, and Arthur Vandenberg. They eventually settled on Alf Landon, the governor of Kansas, known as the "Kansas Coolidge". Landon was viewed as a progressive who had successfully balanced his state's budget. However, he was an unremarkable campaigner with a poor radio p...
9m Apr 06
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S8 Ep698: 5. Media mogul William Randolph Hearst, once an uneasy ally, became a formidable foe for Roosevelt leading into the campaign. Boasting a massive empire of newspapers and radio stations, Hearst exercised immense influence through front-page editorials and
5. Media mogul William Randolph Hearst, once an uneasy ally, became a formidable foe for Roosevelt leading into the campaign. Boasting a massive empire of newspapers and radio stations, Hearst exercised immense influence through front-page editorials and aggressive "soak the rich" rhetoric. His relationship with FDR soured as the New Deal moved further left, specifically over tax policies targe...
9m Apr 06
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S8 Ep698: 4. The 1936 election involved complex dynamics with the Socialist and Communist parties, both of which Roosevelt regarded as potential electoral threats. Norman Thomas of the Socialist Party remained a factor in urban areas, while the Communist Party, led
4. The 1936 election involved complex dynamics with the Socialist and Communist parties, both of which Roosevelt regarded as potential electoral threats. Norman Thomas of the Socialist Party remained a factor in urban areas, while the Communist Party, led by Earl Browder, adopted a "popular front" strategy. While officially running their own ticket, the communists focused their attacks on Roose...
7m Apr 06
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S8 Ep698: 3. Dr. Francis Townsend and Father Charles Coughlin emerged as major external pressures on Roosevelt's policy-making during the 1930s. Townsend’s popular $200-a-month pension plan for seniors effectively forced FDR to introduce Social Security to neutrali
3. Dr. Francis Townsend and Father Charles Coughlin emerged as major external pressures on Roosevelt's policy-making during the 1930s. Townsend’s popular $200-a-month pension plan for seniors effectively forced FDR to introduce Social Security to neutralize the movement's growing political momentum. Meanwhile, Coughlin, a powerful "radio priest," transitioned from a Roosevelt supporter to a fie...
14m Apr 06
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S8 Ep699: 2. Roosevelt encountered significant populist challenges from the South, primarily through the influence of Huey Long and Eugene Talmadge. Although Long was assassinated in 1935, his radical "Share Our Wealth" program continued to haunt the political land
2. Roosevelt encountered significant populist challenges from the South, primarily through the influence of Huey Long and Eugene Talmadge. Although Long was assassinated in 1935, his radical "Share Our Wealth" program continued to haunt the political landscape, threatening to siphon votes to the Republicans. Talmadge, a Jeffersonian conservative and race-baiter, further complicated the solid So...
8m Apr 06
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S8 Ep698: 1. In April 1936, Franklin D. Roosevelt faced the loss of his longtime political advisor, Louis Howe, who had guided his career since 1912. Howe’s death left a void as the president prepared for reelection against burgeoning internal Democratic threats. H
1. In April 1936, Franklin D. Roosevelt faced the loss of his longtime political advisor, Louis Howe, who had guided his career since 1912. Howe’s death left a void as the president prepared for reelection against burgeoning internal Democratic threats. His former mentor, Al Smith, became a primary antagonist, aligning himself with the wealthy AmericanLiberty League. Smith accused Roosevelt of ...
11m Apr 06
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S8 Ep697: 8. The Glorious Revolution and the Protestant Succession Guest Author: Jonathan Healey The century concluded with the reign of James II, whose open Catholicism and attempts to bypass Parliament sparked the Exclusion Crisis and the birth of the Whig a
8. The Glorious Revolution and the Protestant Succession Guest Author: Jonathan Healey The century concluded with the reign of James II, whose open Catholicism and attempts to bypass Parliament sparked the Exclusion Crisis and the birth of the Whig and Tory parties. When James produced a Catholic heir in 1688, fearful Protestant leaders invited William of Orange to intervene. William landed on ...
7m Apr 05
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S8 Ep697: 7. The Restoration and the Genius of Margaret Cavendish Guest Author: Jonathan Healey In 1660, after a period of political chaos, George Monck facilitated the return of Charles II, prioritizing national stability over the failed republican experiment. Thi
7. The Restoration and the Genius of Margaret Cavendish Guest Author: Jonathan Healey In 1660, after a period of political chaos, George Monck facilitated the return of Charles II, prioritizing national stability over the failed republican experiment. This "Restoration" reasserted the Anglican Church and Parliamentary control over finances, though the era was also marked by the grotesque posthu...
13m Apr 05
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S8 Ep697: 6. Oliver Cromwell: Lord Protector of the Republic Guest Author: Jonathan Healey Following the regicide, England became a republic under the "Instrument of Government," a written constitution drafted by John Lambert. Oliver Cromwell rose as Lord Protector
6. Oliver Cromwell: Lord Protector of the Republic Guest Author: Jonathan Healey Following the regicide, England became a republic under the "Instrument of Government," a written constitution drafted by John Lambert. Oliver Cromwell rose as Lord Protector, using military skill to bring stability to a nation surrounded by hostile European monarchs. Though he refused the crown in 1657, favoring a...
6m Apr 05
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S8 Ep697: 5. The New Model Army and the Death of a King Guest Author: Jonathan Healey Parliament reorganized its forces into the New Model Army, led by Thomas Fairfax and the committed Puritan Oliver Cromwell. After defeating the King at Naseby and suppressing a se
5. The New Model Army and the Death of a King Guest Author: Jonathan Healey Parliament reorganized its forces into the New Model Army, led by Thomas Fairfax and the committed Puritan Oliver Cromwell. After defeating the King at Naseby and suppressing a second civil war involving the Scots, radical elements in the army, like Henry Ireton, pushed for drastic measures. Ireton argued that the "safe...
12m Apr 05
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S8 Ep697: 4. The Outbreak of the English Civil War Guest Author: Jonathan Healey By the early 1640s, Charles I faced mounting resistance to his perceived tyranny and the religious reforms of Archbishop Laud. The crisis peaked in the winter of 1641-1642 when Charles
4. The Outbreak of the English Civil War Guest Author: Jonathan Healey By the early 1640s, Charles I faced mounting resistance to his perceived tyranny and the religious reforms of Archbishop Laud. The crisis peaked in the winter of 1641-1642 when Charles attempted to arrest five members of Parliament by force, only to find they had fled. Terrified by massive street protests in London, the King...
6m Apr 05
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S8 Ep697: 3. The Personal Rule and the Legal Challenge of Ship Money Guest Author: Jonathan Healey Charles I’s early reign was marked by intense struggle with Parliament over taxes and religion, leading to the 1628 Petition of Right. Following the assassination of
3. The Personal Rule and the Legal Challenge of Ship Money Guest Author: Jonathan Healey Charles I’s early reign was marked by intense struggle with Parliament over taxes and religion, leading to the 1628 Petition of Right. Following the assassination of his favorite, the Duke of Buckingham, Charles dismissed Parliament in 1629 to begin eleven years of "personal rule". To fund the state, he emp...
13m Apr 05
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S8 Ep697: 2. A Bizarre Diplomatic Failure and the Debt of Charles I Guest Author: Jonathan Healey Healey recounts the surreal 1623 journey of Prince Charles and the Duke of Buckingham to Madrid, where they donned false beards in a failed attempt to secure a Spanish
2. A Bizarre Diplomatic Failure and the Debt of Charles I Guest Author: Jonathan Healey Healey recounts the surreal 1623 journey of Prince Charles and the Duke of Buckingham to Madrid, where they donned false beards in a failed attempt to secure a Spanish marriage. This "picker" adventure ended in humiliation, pushing an aging, ill James I toward a costly continental war. Upon James’s death in ...
6m Apr 05
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S8 Ep697: 1. The Gunpowder Plot and the Rise of the Middling Sort Guest Author: Jonathan Healey Jonathan Healey introduces James I, who inherited a kingdom deeply divided by religion between Catholics, Puritans, and the mainstream. The 1605 Gunpowder Plot, a radica
1. The Gunpowder Plot and the Rise of the Middling Sort Guest Author: Jonathan Healey Jonathan Healey introduces James I, who inherited a kingdom deeply divided by religion between Catholics, Puritans, and the mainstream. The 1605 Gunpowder Plot, a radical Catholic attempt to blow up Parliament, instilled a lasting "popish plot" paranoia that influenced English politics for decades. Healey emph...
11m Apr 05
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S8 Ep696: 4. Fanell suggests "warfighting proliferation," including potential nuclear capabilities for allies, to counter China's rapid military buildup. He advocates for the total economic and diplomatic isolation of the CCP to trigger its collapse. This strategy
   4. Fanell suggests "warfighting proliferation," including potential nuclear capabilities for allies, to counter China's rapid military buildup. He advocates for the total economic and diplomatic isolation of the CCP to trigger its collapse. This strategy prioritizes power politics and credible deterrence over direct armed conflict. (4) 1906
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S8 Ep696: 3. Fanell stresses the necessity of admitting strategic failure to properly address the China threat. He proposes an independent "Team B" for objective intelligence analysis, similar to Cold War practices. Recommendations include moving investment oversig
3. Fanell stresses the necessity of admitting strategic failure to properly address the China threat. He proposes an independent "Team B" for objective intelligence analysis, similar to Cold War practices. Recommendations include moving investment oversight to the Defense Department and adopting a "whole of society" approach. (3) 1941 IMPERIAL ARMY IN SHANGHAI
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S8 Ep696: 2. Fanell and Thayer compare modern U.S. policy to Britain’s disastrous "10-year rule" after WWI, which hindered defense readiness. Fanell reflects on how the U.S. Navy ignored the rising PRC threat during the 1990s. They criticize the U.S. for maintainin
2. Fanell and Thayer compare modern U.S. policy to Britain’s disastrous "10-year rule" after WWI, which hindered defense readiness. Fanell reflects on how the U.S. Navy ignored the rising PRC threat during the 1990s. They criticize the U.S. for maintaining engagement after the Tiananmen Square massacre. (2) 1927 DUTCH MARINES IN SHANGHAI
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S8 Ep696: 1. James Fanell discusses China’s "Joint Sword 2024 Alpha" military exercises, describing them as an "Anaconda strategy" intended to blockade and pressure Taiwan following its presidential inauguration. He and Bradley Thayer argue that Washington's "neo-e
1. James Fanell discusses China’s "Joint Sword 2024 Alpha" military exercises, describing them as an "Anaconda strategy" intended to blockade and pressure Taiwan following its presidential inauguration. He and Bradley Thayer argue that Washington's "neo-engagement" policy has failed, allowing the CCP to exert influence over Americaninstitutions. (1) MAY 2 Q939 SHANGHAI
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S8 Ep695: Jeremy Zakis describes how his dog, Dallas, protects local magpies and rosellas from destructive cockatoos and miner birds. Dallas’s patrols have restored the backyard's equilibrium, allowing smaller, docile bird species to return home safely now,,. (2)
Jeremy Zakis describes how his dog, Dallas, protects local magpies and rosellas from destructive cockatoos and miner birds. Dallas’s patrols have restored the backyard's equilibrium, allowing smaller, docile bird species to return home safely now,,. (2) 1800
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S8 Ep695: Jeremy Zakis discusses the English cricket team's Ashes loss, highlighting their lack of preparation. Recent reports reveal players were involved in nightclub altercations before the series, undermining their "Bazball" strategy and overall team discipline
Jeremy Zakis discusses the English cricket team's Ashes loss, highlighting their lack of preparation. Recent reports reveal players were involved in nightclub altercations before the series, undermining their "Bazball" strategy and overall team discipline now,. (1) 1940
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S8 Ep695: Jeremy Zakis warns about venomous sea snakes appearing further south at the Sunshine Coast. A young man recently survived a bite due to rapid medical evacuation, highlighting the dangers of these large, aggressive, elusive reptiles,,. (4
Jeremy Zakis warns about venomous sea snakes appearing further south at the Sunshine Coast. A young man recently survived a bite due to rapid medical evacuation, highlighting the dangers of these large, aggressive, elusive reptiles,,. (4) NOVEMBER 1932
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S8 Ep695: Jeremy Zakis reports on an upcoming El Niño, threatening Australia with severe drought and heat. Meanwhile, a new monster cyclone is forming off Queensland, potentially retracing the destructive path of Cyclone Narelle across the north,. (3)
Jeremy Zakis reports on an upcoming El Niño, threatening Australia with severe drought and heat. Meanwhile, a new monster cyclone is forming off Queensland, potentially retracing the destructive path of Cyclone Narelle across the north,. (3) JUNE 1958
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S8 Ep694: 4. Turkel details the bipartisan U.S. response to the genocide, including entity sanctions and the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act. He highlights his work with U.S. officials to formalize the "genocide" determination. Despite being sanctioned by Chi
4. Turkel details the bipartisan U.S. response to the genocide, including entity sanctions and the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act. He highlights his work with U.S. officials to formalize the "genocide" determination. Despite being sanctioned by China, Turkel continues advocating through the Commission on International Religious Freedom. (4) 1905 GUANGZHOU
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S8 Ep694: 3. This segment examines the "tech genocide" targeting Uyghur women through forced sterilization and late-term abortions to suppress population growth. Turkel discusses the state-sponsored removal of nearly one million children. He also details how global
3. This segment examines the "tech genocide" targeting Uyghur women through forced sterilization and late-term abortions to suppress population growth. Turkel discusses the state-sponsored removal of nearly one million children. He also details how global supply chains are "polluted" by products manufactured through Uyghur forced labor. (3) 1905 SHANGHAI
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S8 Ep694: 2. Turkel recounts his 1970 birth in a Chinese re-education camp, illustrating that Uyghur persecution is a long-standing continuum. He describes his mother’s imprisonment and father’s forced labor for "ideological" crimes. Turkel eventually moved to the
2. Turkel recounts his 1970 birth in a Chinese re-education camp, illustrating that Uyghur persecution is a long-standing continuum. He describes his mother’s imprisonment and father’s forced labor for "ideological" crimes. Turkel eventually moved to the United States, becoming a lawyer and prominent advocate for his people. (2) 1793
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S8 Ep694: 1. Nury Turkel introduces his book, *No Escape*, detailing systematic brutality against Uyghurs in East Turkestan. He shares the harrowing account of scholar Abduweli Ayup, who witnessed the sadistic behavior of official Zhu Hailun. The segment highlights
1. Nury Turkel introduces his book, *No Escape*, detailing systematic brutality against Uyghurs in East Turkestan. He shares the harrowing account of scholar Abduweli Ayup, who witnessed the sadistic behavior of official Zhu Hailun. The segment highlights China’s use of "Potemkin villages" to deceive international human rights observers. (1) 1793
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