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You may know something of the Adolf Hitler story. But there’s a decent chance you don’t know the half of it. This is a deep dive into the life of the German führer. The Hitler story all the way from cradle to grave. As featured on Real Dictators. Brought to you by award-winning podcasters, Noiser. Narrated by Paul McGann with contributions from expert historians. For ad-free listening, exclusive content and early access to new episodes, join Noiser+. Click the Noiser+ banner to get started with a 7-day free trial. Or, if you're on Spotify or Android, head to noiser.com/subscriptions. For...

The Rise of the West is famous for its ambitious scope and intellectual rigor. In it, McNeill challenges the Spengler-Toynbee view that a number of separate civilizations pursued essentially independent careers, and argues instead that human cultures interacted at every stage of their history. The author suggests that, from the Neolithic beginnings of grain agriculture to the present, major social changes in all parts of the world were triggered by new or newly important foreign stimuli, and he presents a persuasive narrative of world history to support this claim.

For most of its 5,000-year existence, China has been the largest, most populous, wealthiest, and mightiest nation on Earth. And for us as Westerners, it is essential to understand where China has been in order to anticipate its future. These 36 eye-opening lectures deliver a comprehensive political and historical overview of one of the most fascinating and complex countries in world history.

In The Rise and Fall of Free Speech in America, D.W. Griffith responds to the backlash against his film, The Birth of a Nation. He explores the theme of intolerance and the struggle for artistic freedom, ultimately leading to the creation of a film that bears the same name. This thought-provoking work delves into the complexities of free expression and its challenges in society. Summary by The University of Exeter.

The Roman Republic is one of the most breathtaking civilizations in world history. Between roughly 500 BCE to the turn of the millennium, a modest city-state developed an innovative system of government and expanded into far-flung territories across Europe, Northern Africa, and the Middle East. This powerful civilization inspired America's founding fathers, gifted us a blueprint for amazing engineering innovations, left a vital trove of myths, and has inspired the human imagination for 2,000 years.

The Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government (1881) is a pivotal work by Jefferson Davis, the former President of the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War. In this detailed account, Davis presents a comprehensive history of the Confederate States while also offering a defense of the principles he believed justified both the Confederacys formation and the Civil War itself. He meticulously explores the intricacies of the Confederate constitution and government, along with an in-depth retelling of various military campaigns. What resonates most with both his ...

An epic history of a doomed civilization and a lost empire. The devastating struggle to the death between the Carthaginians and the Romans was one of the defining dramas of the ancient world. In an epic series of land and sea battles, both sides came close to victory before the Carthaginians finally succumbed and their capital city, history, and culture were almost utterly erased.

Charles A. Beard, a proponent of the “New History", emphasized the importance of cultural economic developments as opposed to just warfare and diplomacy.

American companies, whole towns, have been eviscerated by Chinese cyberattacks. But their stories remain untold, even as the stakes get higher and the targets more reckless. To Catch a Thief is a first-of-its-kind, documentary look at China’s rise to cyber supremacy. This podcast charts the evolution of China’s state-sponsored hackers, from their beginnings as “the most polite, mediocre hackers in cyberspace” to the “apex predator” that now haunts America’s critical infrastructure. Host Nicole Perlroth, bestselling author and former lead cybersecurity and digital espionage ...

Beneath the polished surface of society, in the shadowy corners where law bends and power is taken by force, a different kind of history is written. It’s a history of empires built not on land or ideology, but on fear, ambition, and illicit enterprise. These are the stories of the architects of the underworld—the visionary criminals, ruthless syndicate heads, and charismatic outlaws who carved out kingdoms from chaos and left an indelible mark on the world from the inside out. Welcome to a journey into the heart of darkness, where ambition has no limits and legacy is paid for in blood. "...

What does it take to build a civilization that echoes through millennia, and what fatal flaws cause even the mightiest empires to crumble into dust? "Empire Builders" is your epic, chronological journey into the heart of history's most formidable societies. We go beyond the dates and battles to uncover the human ambition, ingenious systems, and dramatic turning points that shaped the world. From the sun-baked bricks of Mesopotamia to the marble halls of Rome and beyond, we trace the complete life cycle of empires, asking not just what happened, but why it matters to us today. This podcast is a...

In Volume 2 of The Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government, Jefferson Davis, the former President of the Confederate States during the American Civil War, delves into a candid exploration of the history and ideals of the Confederacy. Written in 1881, this work serves not only as a historical account but also as a heartfelt defense of the principles he believed justified the Civil War. Davis poignantly reflects on the tragic subjugation of state governments by the United States, expressing his deep sorrow for the transformation of a constitutional government into an instrument of ...

In The Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government (1881), Jefferson Davis, the former President of the Confederate States of America, provides a detailed history of the Confederacy, positioning it as both a historical account and a defense of its principles. Davis meticulously explores the Confederate constitution and government while recounting significant military campaigns. His arguments regarding the constitutional and moral rationale for secession resonate powerfully with both his contemporaries and modern scholars. Through an extensive examination of constitutional texts and the ...

This engaging work offers a thorough exploration of medieval history, crafted to serve both the curious general reader and the dedicated student. It presents a clear and captivating narrative while summarizing established facts and highlighting key debates. Whether youre seeking a comprehensive historical reference or an intriguing account of the era, this volume is designed to satisfy all your historical inquiries.

This work offers a detailed and engaging exploration of medieval history, crafted in the spirit of The Cambridge Modern History, with enhancements drawn from scholarly insights. It serves as an enlightening narrative for the general reader, a concise summary of established facts for students, and a useful reference for anyone interested in the comprehensive tapestry of our past.

Palace of Deception uncovers the complicated legacy of three iconic figures of the American Museum: the preeminent explorer Roy Chapman Andrews; Carl Akeley, the pioneering taxidermist; and Osborn, the museum's president. Darrin Lunde tells the story of the American's Museum foundational years. Lunde also shows how the achievements of the museum's adventurers were used to introduce residents of New York to a version of the natural world endorsed by the museum's leader.

A sweeping and revelatory new history of the age of dinosaurs, from one of our finest young scientists. ""THE ULTIMATE DINOSAUR BIOGRAPHY."" — Scientific American The dinosaurs. Sixty-six million years ago, the Earth’s most fearsome creatures vanished. Today they remain one of our planet’s...

Welcome to my podcast. This podcast examines the rise of Protestantism, its challenge to established traditions, its transformation of core beliefs, and its role in initiating global change. England’s Nonconformist and Separatist movements are central to this narrative, and their influence continues to shape the broader Christian tradition. By examining these movements within the broader context of Christian history, we can understand how they altered doctrine, influenced Western Christianity, and intensified the enduring division between Roman Catholicism and emerging Protestant groups. The...

An audiobook for the ages featuring the voices of Women's March Organizers, as well as Ashley Judd, Jia Tolentino, Cindi Leive, Kateri Akiwenzie-Damm, Sister Aisha Al-Adawiya, Melanie Campbell, Judith LeBlanc, Ai-Jen Poo, Robin Miles, January LaVoy, Thérèse Plummer, and James Fouhey. In...

Rise to Command: Conversations with Black Brass shares the powerful oral histories of African American military officers from World War II through the Cold War. Hosted by historian Dr. Isaac W. Hampton II, the podcast explores leadership, resilience, and the fight for equality in the U.S. armed forces.