Jay Gould: The Robber Baron You Didn’t Know

Jay Gould: The Robber Baron You Didn’t Know

In this riveting episode of History Revisited, Mohit and Kanisha dive deep into the life of Jay Gould—the notorious 19th-century “robber baron” who locked horns with Cornelius Vanderbilt and nearly toppled the U.S. economy by scheming to corner the gold market. Discover how Gould’s ruthless tactics in the Erie Railroad War and beyond reshaped American business, sparked nationwide outrage, and paved the way for the first government regulations on big industry. Tune in for a fascinating look at the ambition, power plays, and corporate greed that still echo through our modern world.

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Self‑Rule or Self‑Destruct? Sudan’s Cycles of War, 1955‑2025

Self‑Rule or Self‑Destruct? Sudan’s Cycles of War, 1955‑2025

From the colonial North–South split to today’s SAF‑vs‑RSF street war, this episode unpacks 70 years of coups, civil wars, and broken peace deals. Oil, gold, and foreign backers turned Sudan into a pro...

18 Apr 202549min

Tariffs, Tumult, and a U-Turn: Smoot-Hawley’s Ghost in 2025

Tariffs, Tumult, and a U-Turn: Smoot-Hawley’s Ghost in 2025

April 2025: Trump’s surprise 'reciprocal tariffs' announcement sends shockwaves through global markets, erasing trillions in value in just two days. Panic rises. China retaliates. The ghosts of Smoot-...

11 Apr 202554min

Fannie & Freddie: Is Privatization Next?

Fannie & Freddie: Is Privatization Next?

In Part 2, Mohit and Kanisha dissect how the 2008 crisis pushed Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac under Uncle Sam’s wing—and why, after years of debate, the push to “cut the cord” is hotter than ever. Discov...

28 Mars 202539min

Fannie and Freddie: Meet the Mortgage Duo

Fannie and Freddie: Meet the Mortgage Duo

In this kickoff episode, Mohit and Kanisha pull back the curtain on Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac—two quasi-public powerhouses that transformed American home lending. Discover how they keep the mortgage ...

25 Mars 202530min

Canada vs USA: Enemies, Allies.....Enemies Again?

Canada vs USA: Enemies, Allies.....Enemies Again?

Explore the tumultuous journey of Canada–U.S. relations—from the War of 1812 that pitted them against each other, to shared victories and evolving trade partnerships, and finally, the modern-day tensi...

18 Mars 202531min

The Price of Your Morning Coffee: From Brazil to Wall Street

The Price of Your Morning Coffee: From Brazil to Wall Street

Commodity markets dictate the prices of everything from natural gas to your morning latte—but who really controls them? We break down how speculation impacts global prices, why Brazil is so crucial to...

11 Mars 202533min

Yugoslavia’s Hyperinflation: Lessons for Today

Yugoslavia’s Hyperinflation: Lessons for Today

Wars, sanctions, and spiraling printing presses—could Russia face the same currency collapse that rocked Yugoslavia in the ’90s? Join Mohit and Kanisha for an eye-opening look at how hyperinflation sh...

4 Mars 202540min

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