The History of the Cold War Podcast

In this episode we explore the early political history of the Warsaw Pact and its military posture and capabilities from the period of roughly 1955-1968 For pictures for this episode and more go to ou...

1 Apr 20221h 9min

Join Jeff and Dave as we discuss the current conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Jeff goes in depth into the history of the relationship of the two countries. For the full episode please join us at: ...

17 Mar 202253min

In this episode we examine the situation of Eastern Europe as a part of the Soviet Empire and its context in the early Cold War. We examine the region as a whole and some of its various regimes during...

1 Mar 202248min

In this episode we examine the conclusion of the Hungarian Revolution. We explain the Soviet decision to use military force and its consequences for Hungary and the wider Cold War.

1 Feb 202253min

In this episode we will examine the early days of the Hungarian Revolution. We will also examine the US initial response and the perspective of both the Hungarians and Soviets on the early Revolution.

1 Jan 202257min

Join Jeff and Dave as they recap their first 6 years podcasting, Examine their top episodes, and more. For pictures for this episode and more go to our website at: 
www.historyofthecoldwarpodcast.com/...

1 Des 202152min

In this episode we explore the events leading up to the Hungarian Revolution of 1956. We examine Hungary's role in the second World War and how it became a Socalist state following the Second World Wa...

1 Nov 202146min

Jeff and Dave Review the 1998 Documentary CNN Cold War Episode 1 - Comrades produced by Jeremy Isaacs and Pat Mitchell. Narrated by Kenneth Branagh. Remember to include hotcw for a free month for you ...

1 Okt 202136min