Empires, Anarchy & Other Notable Moments

Saddam Hussein Part III: His Fall

This is the final episode in a series regarding the life of Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein.  We'll examine the fall of Saddam through the lens that the Bush Administration used in their decision to take out the Iraqi dictator.  Namely, the questions regarding his weapons of mass destructions program, his history of supporting terrorism (particularly from Palestine), and his awful record regarding human rights.  The Second Iraq war and his trial will be covered indepth.   The material in this podcast serves as an introduction to the International Baccalaureates' Paper two topic 10  - Authoritarian States (20th century).
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Saddam Hussein Part II: His Hegemonic Dreams

This is the second of three episodes in a series regarding the life of Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein.  Saddam has just taken control of the Ba'ath party and is exerting his will on the country at the moment that opportunity regarding Iran seemingly arises.  This episode will recap Saddam's roles in the Iran-Iraq war, his invasion of Kuwait, and the first Persian Gulf War.  In addition to Saddam's activity during this time, we will continue to highlight the historical events that result in Osama Bin Laden's fatwa against the United States.  The material in this podcast serves as an introduction to the International Baccalaureates' Paper two topic 10  - Authoritarian States (20th century).
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Expect new shows to drop on Wednesday mornings from September to January.
Music is licensed through Epidemic Sound

Saddam Hussein Part I: His Rise

This is the first of three episodes in a series regarding the life of Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein.  This episode explores the creation of the modern state of Iraq (a lawless land meant to divide rather than unite).  Saddam's childhood in Tikrit is examined for insights towards the psychological profile of the man who became the butcher of Baghdad.   The Ba'ath party (and its ideology of Pan Arabism), its rise, and Saddam's role in it will be looked at.  The episode ends with Saddam's role in expanding social services in order to expand his influence/power.  The material in this podcast serves as an introduction to the International Baccalaureates' Paper two topic 10  - Authoritarian States (20th century).
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Expect new shows to drop on Wednesday mornings from September to January.
Music is licensed through Epidemic Sound

Mao Zedong Part VI: His Death

This is the sixth and final episode in a series regarding the life of Chinese dictator Mao Zedong.  This episode examines how American rapprochement benefitted the political fortunes of Mao while simultaneously setting him on collision courses with Lin Baio and the Gang of Four.  Mao's deteriorating health and death will be discussed along with his continuing legacy. The material in this podcast serves as an introduction to the International Baccalaureates' Paper two topic 10  - Authoritarian States (20th century).
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Expect new shows to drop on Wednesday mornings from September to January.
Music is licensed through Epidemic Sound

Mao Zedong Part V: The Cultural Revolution

This is the fifth in a series of six episodes regarding Chinese dictator Mao Zedong.  This episode examines the Great Helmsman's political come back following his disastrous economic policy of the Great Leap Forward.  The podcast begins with a look at his self-imposed political exile, the role that foreign affairs played in his revival before moving into the Great Proletariate Cultural Revolution.  The roles of Lin Biao and Jiang Qing will also be looked at.  The material in this podcast serves as an introduction to the International Baccalaureates' Paper two topic 10  - Authoritarian States (20th century).
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Expect new shows to drop on Wednesday mornings from September to January.
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Mao Zedong Part IV: The Great Leap Forward (into a ditch)

This is the fourth in a series of six episodes regarding Chinese dictator Mao Zedong.  This episode examines the details behind colossal mistake that was the Great Leap Forward.  The policy, which was designed to enable the rapid industrialization of China (with a goal of catching Great Britain within 15 years), resulted in the mass starvation of the Chinese peasantry.  Mao's role as well as some interesting policies including Lysenkoism, the 4 Pests Campaign, Backyard Furnaces, and Houses of Happiness. The material in this podcast serves as an introduction to the International Baccalaureates' Paper two topic 10  - Authoritarian States (20th century).
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Expect new shows to drop on Wednesday mornings from September to January.
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Mao Zedong Part III: Maoism - a Chinese sized personality cult

This is the third in a series of six episodes regarding Chinese dictator Mao Zedong.  This episode examines the details behind the Chairman's personality cult.  His writings, obsession with China's 3 Big Mountains, and his peculiar hygiene habits will all be analyzed in an attempt to understand what drove China's most infamous dictator.  The material in this podcast serves as an introduction to the International Baccalaureates' Paper two topic 10  - Authoritarian States (20th century).
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If you would like to financially support the show, please use the following paypal link. Or remit PayPal payment to @Lowery80.  And here is a link for Venmo users.
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Expect new shows to drop on Wednesday mornings from September to January.
Music is licensed through Epidemic Sound

Mao Zedong Part II: His Long March to Power

This is the second episode in a series of six episodes regarding Chinese dictator Mao Zedong.  This episode explores the Chairman's military exploits that resulted in his rise to power.  Particular emphasis will be placed on the formation of the United Front, the Chinese Civil War, the Long March, and the Sino-Japanese War.  Events will be examined to explain how they contributed to Mao's rise to power and the formation of his personality cult.  The material in this podcast serves as an introduction to the International Baccalaureates' Paper two topic 10  - Authoritarian States (20th century).
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Any support is greatly appreciated and will be used to make future episodes of the show even better.  
Expect new shows to drop on Wednesday mornings from September to January.
Music is licensed through Epidemic Sound

Mao Zedong Part I: His Rise to Power

This is the first episode in a series of six episodes regarding Chinese dictator Mao Zedong.  Topics in this episode include details regarding the Chinese dynastic cycle, the century of humiliation and the rise of the Republic of China, Mao's early family life, his schooling, and his introduction to Marxism among other theories.  Events will be examined to explain how they contributed to Mao's rise to power and the formation of his personality cult.  The material in this podcast serves as an introduction to the International Baccalaureates' Paper two topic 10  - Authoritarian States (20th century).
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If you would like to financially support the show, please use the following paypal link. Or remit PayPal payment to @Lowery80.  And here is a link for Venmo users.
Any support is greatly appreciated and will be used to make future episodes of the show even better.  
Expect new shows to drop on Wednesday mornings from September to January.
Music is licensed through Epidemic Sound

Juan Peron Part II: His Policies and Fall from Power

This is the second of two episodes regarding Argentinian dictator Juan Peron.  We go more in-depth into Peronism, the political philosophy, as well as the relationship between Juan and Eva Peron in order to show how her death contributed to his fall from power.  Policies from his second and third term as President are covered.  We discuss his legacy in great detail - including the argument that he was a democratically elected dictator.  The material in this podcast serves as an introduction to the International Baccalaureates' Paper two topic 10  - Authoritarian States (20th century).
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If you would like to financially support the show, please use the following paypal link. Or remit PayPal payment to @Lowery80.  And here is a link for Venmo users.
Any support is greatly appreciated and will be used to make future episodes of the show even better.  
Expect new shows to drop on Wednesday mornings from September to January.
Music is licensed through Epidemic Sound