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History As It Happens

Martin Di Caro
Donald Trump
Myanmar
Political Violence
Palestine
Israel
Joe Biden
Lyndon Johnson
International Law
Chennault Affair
Economic Nationalism
Great Depression
Military Junta
Civil War
Pro-Democracy Movement
Aung San Suu Kyi
Hamas
United Nations
War Crimes
Self-Determination
Richard Nixon

Discover how the past shapes the present with the best historians in the world. Everything happening today comes from something, somewhere. History As It Happens features interviews with today's top scholars and thinkers, interwoven with audio from history's archive. Subscribe for ad-free episodes and access to the entire podcast catalog: historyasithappens.supercast.com/

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Robert McNamara may have been the most consequential secretary of defense in U.S. history. The managerial genius who he... more

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The latest negotiations to end the Russian invasion of Ukraine produced no breakthroughs, after U.S. envoys held a 5-hour session in the Kremlin. Alas, almost another full year has come and gone, and t... more

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Recent Guests

Yaroslav Trofimov
Chief foreign affairs correspondent for The Wall Street Journal and author
The Wall Street Journal
Episode: Bonus Ep! Peace, Putin Style
David Silverman
Historian and author, discusses King Philip's War and its implications in American history
George Washington University
Episode: King Philip's War
Dan Ephron
Former journalist for Reuters and executive editor of Foreign Policy, author of 'Killing a King: The Assassination of Yitzhak Rabin and the Remaking of Israel.'
Foreign Policy
Episode: Assassinating Rabin / Killing Peace
Trita Parsi
Executive Vice President of the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft, expert on US-Iranian relations and Middle Eastern geopolitics.
Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft
Episode: Bonus Ep! MBS Comes to Washington
Lindsay Chervinsky
Executive Director of the George Washington Presidential Library and author.
George Washington Presidential Library
Episode: Presidents vs. the Press
Alexander Aviña
Teaches Latin American history in the School of Historical, Philosophical and Religious Studies at Arizona State University.
Arizona State University
Episode: Noriega and New World Order
Phil Magness
Historian, senior fellow at the Independent Institute and the David J. Thoreau Chair in Political Economy.
Independent Institute
Episode: Bonus Ep! Who Was Carl Schmitt?
Joseph Ellis
Eminent historian of the American founding and author of multiple books including "Founding Brothers" and "The Great Contradiction".
Episode: Rumors of a King
Shelton Stromquist
Labor historian and Professor Emeritus at the University of Iowa
University of Iowa
Episode: When Socialists Ran American Cities

Hosts

Martin De Caro
Host of History As It Happens
Marta
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Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 105 ratings
  • Leftie bias

    Didn't realize history is left handed

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    GGSANE
    United States2 months ago
  • Refreshingly relevant

    Often addresses historical topics having parallels and relevance to issues of today. Has reputable historians as guests. They know and respect him. He does thorough homework. Brings up concepts from their books as well as from other famous historians, and yet presents it concisely. Makes for extremely interesting discussions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1970 Marco
    United States8 months ago
  • Simply the best

    The best questions, the best guests, the best insights into the world that we live in!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Janoshik
    Germany8 months ago
  • Such intelligent analysis !

    America needs more of this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Santa Fe Guero
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good Topics

    They’re very timely and relevant topics and there are no ads at all which is so nice. It’s not as comprehensive as it could be, but I really have not personally detected much of a slant, politically… if it was obviously right-biased I would not listen to it. I know the WT leans right but this show is doing a good job of covering topics factually as far as I’ve heard. Sometimes the host interrupts the guest speakers.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Jthesecond
    United States2 years ago

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Informative and well-researched discussions that connect historical insights to today's events.
Some criticisms regarding political biases, but generally perceived as balanced and insightful.
High-quality guests and deep analysis lead to engaging conversations about modern issues.

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#247
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Talking Points

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Bonus Ep! Peace, Putin Style
Q: What do you think President Putin wants from the peace talks?
Putin still aims to take all of Ukraine, possibly seeking a pause to rearm and exploit divisions in the West.
Bonus Ep! Peace, Putin Style
Q: How would you generally assess the state of play in negotiations and the war right now?
The situation is reminiscent of Groundhog Day, with repeating cycles of hope but yielding no tangible results, returning to square one.
Assassinating Rabin / Killing Peace
Q: What does Yigal Amir represent in the context of Rabin's assassination?
Yigal Amir, as a member of the religious right, symbolized the extreme opposition to Rabin's peace efforts and saw the assassination as a justifiable act against a perceived traitor.
Assassinating Rabin / Killing Peace
Q: Was Rabin popular while he was trying to negotiate peace?
Rabin faced both support and opposition in Israeli society regarding the Oslo process, but initially there was a lot of enthusiasm for coexistence after the agreements were signed.
Assassinating Rabin / Killing Peace
Q: Who was Yitzhak Rabin before he became Prime Minister of Israel the second time?
Yitzhak Rabin was a military man who rose through the ranks to become the chief of staff of the Israeli military before entering politics.

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This podcast focuses on connecting historical events and trends to contemporary issues, featuring interviews with distinguished historians and experts. Each episode typically centers around a specific topic, analyzing how past decisions and conflicts influence current events. Subjects range from U.S. foreign policy to the intricacies of conflicts in the Middle East and geopolitical dynamics in Europe, showcasing a blend of scholarly insights and relevant historical context. Unique in its approach, this podcast emphasizes timely discussions tied to current affairs without commercial interruptions, making it a compelling listen for those interested in the intersections of history and modernity.

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5. Lindsay Chervinsky
6. Alexander Aviña
7. Phil Magness
8. Joseph Ellis

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