Episodes

  • The Atomic Attacks That Ended WWII
    Jan 22 2026

    In this episode, we explain how Hiroshima and Nagasaki brought World War II to a close. We look at why no further fighting made sense afterward.


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    4 mins
  • How Secrecy Shaped the Atomic Bomb
    Jan 22 2026

    In this episode, we look at how extreme secrecy influenced the design and development of the atomic bomb. In this episode, we explain how isolation and urgency affected decisions.


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    4 mins
  • The Battle for Manila Explained
    Jan 22 2026

    In this episode, we break down how the fight for Manila unfolded during World War II. In this episode, we focus on how military choices shaped the city’s fate.


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    5 mins
  • Hitler’s Bunker: The Final Days
    Jan 21 2026

    In this episode, we explore the last days spent inside Hitler’s bunker. In this episode, we explain how denial and desperation defined the end.


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    5 mins
  • Nuremberg Trials Created Individual Guilt
    Jan 21 2026

    In this episode, we explain how the Nuremberg Trials shifted blame from nations to individuals. In this episode, we discuss how this idea still underpins modern war crimes cases.


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    4 mins
  • The Global Network Behind Ratlines
    Jan 21 2026

    In this episode, we explore the international support systems that powered Nazi ratlines. In this episode, we explain how borders, documents, and money were exploited.


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    4 mins
  • Tracking Nazi Killers After WWII
    Jan 20 2026

    In this episode, we examine how the hunt for Nazi criminals continued long after World War II ended. In this episode, we explain how international cooperation slowly evolved.


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    4 mins
  • Railroads as Tools of Genocide
    Jan 20 2026

    In this episode, we explore how civilian infrastructure was repurposed for mass murder. In this episode, we show how ordinary systems enabled extraordinary crimes.


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    4 mins