Movie Review 3 - Dr. Strangelove
Jeff and Dave discuss the 1964 Stanley Kubrick classic Dr. Strangelove
The History of the Cold War Podcast
Dive deep into the decades-long tension that defined the second half of the twentieth century with The History of the Cold War Podcast. Rather than a simple chronology of superpower standoffs, this series weaves together the political, diplomatic, and ideological threads of the conflict with the crucial cultural undercurrents that shaped global society. Each monthly episode builds a comprehensive grand narrative, beginning with the fractured world of 1945 and tracing the intricate path through proxy wars, espionage, space races, and diplomatic breakthroughs, all the way to the pivotal events of 1991. You’ll hear the story examined from multiple angles, understanding not just what happened in corridors of power, but how the pervasive climate of fear and competition affected everyday life and international culture. This podcast is committed to moving beyond the familiar headlines to explore the early origins, the human stories within the struggle, and the profound, lasting effects the Cold War had on the modern world. The result is a richly detailed audio experience that treats the period with the complexity it deserves, offering fresh context for understanding the geopolitical landscape of today.
Episodes
Movie Review 2 - The Cranes Are Flying
Join Jeff and Dave as they review the 1957 Soviet classic The Cranes are Flying by Mikhail Kalatozov.
Movie Review Episode 1 - Death of Stalin
Join Jeff and Dave as they review the dark comedy Death of Stalin.
Cold War Recap 1945 - 1950
A recap of the first 57 Episodes and the first 5 years of the Cold War.
Episode 57 - Cold War at Sea 1945 - 50
In this episode we examine how Navies developed over the first five years of the Cold War. We examine the Navies, ships, events and technology of the period.
Episode 56 - Air Power 1945 -50
In this episode we examine the development of air power 1945-1950. We examine from a high level the aircraft, events and air forces of the period.
Episode 55 - Land Warfare 1945 -50
In this episode we examine the weapons, strategy and tactics of the first five years of the Cold War. We look at advances in armor warfare and Guerrilla Warfare. We also examine tank development, the development of the A…
Episode 54 - Sino Soviet Alliance
In this episode we examine the rise and fall of the Sino-Soviet Alliance. One of the most important alliances of the Cold War. We explore how and why the alliance came to be and why it eventually split. We examine the ro…
Episode 53 - Mao 1893 - 1949
In this episode we review the life of Mao Zedong one of the most controversial leaders of the twentieth century. Examining his life from his childhood and youth to his rise to power in the Chinese Communist Party.
Episode 52 - Chinese Civil War
In this episode we will examine the Communist victory over the Nationalists explaining how and why the Communists won. We will also examine the critical role that the United States and Soviet Union played in the closing…
