45. History's Most Holiday Special: Islands and Micronations (ft. Freddy Clifford)
Release Date: 12/10/2021
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In this episode, we talk to Max Adams about his new book, The Museum of the Wood Age. We discuss the relationship and history between humanity and wood, from the invention and use of the wheel, to the mysterious prehistoric monument of Seahenge on the Norfolk coast, and much more. Thanks so much to Max for coming back on the show! Find his new book here: Check out our YouTube channel here: Our Patreon: Our Facebook: Thank you to our Executive Producers: Barney, Marc Frost, Justus Ebel, and Tony Turrin, to all our Patrons, and to all our listeners. Artwork:
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In the first episode of 2022, we discuss some of the topics seen in Alex's new book Hindenburg, Ludendorff & Hitler, including Erich Ludendorff's post-war writings and memoirs, which allow for a glimpse into his mental state following the harrowing defeat of World War I. As well, we examine Paul von Hindenburg's close relationship with Hitler and the Nazis after they took power, and debunk some popular thoughts about Hindenburg and the Nazis. Check out Alex's new book here: Check out our YouTube channel here: Our Patreon: Our Facebook: Thank you to our Executive Producers: Marc Frost,...
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We're back! In this episode, we are joined by Alex's brother Freddy to have a discussion about the history of some of the most isolated, sparsely populated, and unique places on the planet. From the world's most remote island in the South Atlantic, to an island in the South Pacific inhabited by direct descendants of the Mutiny on the Bounty, to a bizarre 'nation' off the coast of England, this episode of History's Most is full of interesting stories.
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info_outlineWe're back! In this episode, we are joined by Alex's brother Freddy to have a discussion about the history of some of the most isolated, sparsely populated, and unique places on the planet. From the world's most remote island in the South Atlantic, to an island in the South Pacific inhabited by direct descendants of the Mutiny on the Bounty, to a bizarre 'nation' off the coast of England, this episode of History's Most is full of interesting stories.
Thanks so much to Freddy for coming on the show!
Check out Alex's new book here: https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Hindenburg-Ludendorff-and-Hitler-Hardback/p/20139
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Music: We Wish You A Merry Christmas (Instrumental Jazz) by E's Jammy Jams
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