An Unsettled World: Germany and the Allies 1918-1930
The roots of the Second World War in Europe lie within the First World War. The 1919 Treaty of Versailles formally ended the war between Germany and the western Allies, but the geopolitical situation ...
15 Mar 202347min
Introduction to Key Battles of World War II in Europe
In this episode, James and co-host Sean McIver introduce their massive new series, “Key Battles of World War II in Europe.” Get ready for a lot of massive battles!See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...
8 Mar 202340min
History of the Papacy Preview - The Italian Risorgimento
The Risorgimento was a period of political and social upheaval in Italy that lasted from the early 19th century to the mid-20th century. The movement aimed to unite the various states and regions of I...
4 Mar 202321min
Half American with Matthew Delmont
In this episode, James interviews Dartmouth College professor and best-selling author Matthew F. Delmont about his recently-relased (and excellent) book Half American: The Epic Story of African-Americ...
1 Mar 202350min
The Legacy of the Mexican-American War
In another venerable KBAH tradition, Sean and James reflect on the short-term and long-term impact of the Mexican-American War and tell “the rest of the story” about the key leaders of the war, both M...
22 Feb 20231h 8min
This American President Preview - Eisenhower
Some remember Dwight D. Eisenhower’s presidency as a time of peace and prosperity, but in reality, it was an era of constant global crises. In this episode preview from This American President, host R...
18 Feb 202323min
The Fall of Mexico City and the End of the War (1847-1848)
After the fight at Churubusco, the two armies rested for a couple of weeks, after which the Americans resumed the attack at Molino del Rey and Chapultepec. Eventually, Scott and his army fought their ...
15 Feb 202345min
Winfield Scott’s War (1847)
In March, 1847, an American army of 12,000 under the command of General Winfied Scott landed on the eastern coast of Mexico and laid siege to the city of Veracruz. After the city’s surrender, Scott ma...
8 Feb 202351min
