Bro History
Bro History delivers an unapologetic and humorous take on history, geopolitics, and international news. Every week you will receive multiple hours of foreign policy & history-themed content that is thought-provoking, politically incorrect and educational. Bro History covers topics ranging from WW1, to the Russian Revolution, to modern geopolitics.
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Red Army Faction - Fall of Baader–Meinhof and R...
In the episode we discuss how the Western German government cracked down on militant groups, while always trying not to go too far given their … you know..
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Red Army Faction - Bank Hiests & Terror in Germany
Get ready for another wild and crazy story about everyones favorite West German far-left Marxist-Leninist urban guerrilla group who we're assuming doesnt shower very much.
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Red Army Faction - Leftist Guerrillas in West G...
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Causes of WW1 – German Invasion of Belgium
On today's episode, we discuss the events that played out after the assassination of Franz Ferdinand that turned a regional conflict between Austria-Hungary and Serbia into a global war. We focus on the Schlieffen plan - the German plan to win the war ...
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Causes of WW1 – Assassination of Archduke Ferdi...
On today's episode, we discuss the build up to the "shot heard round the world".
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Causes of WW1 – Twisted Politics in Serbia
Today we discuss the brutal murder of a European Monarchie, hyper nationalism in Serbia and the origins of the secret regicide network known as the "Black Hand" (you know, the guys who kill Archduke Ferdinand).
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Causes of WW1 – Anglo-German Arms Race
Today, we discuss the polarization of Europe’s geopolitical system prior to WW1, along with the naval arms race between Britain and Germany.
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Causes of WW1 – Bismarck’s Alliance System
oday, we kickoff our series on the causes of WWI. We focus on how the rise of the German Empire reshuffled the balance of power in Europe.
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Overextending Russia
On today’s episode, we discuss the potential US strategy to lure Russia into geopolitical and economic quagmires. https://www.rand.org/pubs/research_reports/RR3063.html Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/brohistory #258
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United States Bombs Puerto Rico Pt. 2
On today’s episode, we cover the early conditions of colonization of Puerto Rico by the US, including economic disenfranchisement, usury, forced sterilization, police brutality, and massive surveillance to give the background historical context for the...
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Russia, Ukraine & Nuclear War with Scott Horton
Scott Horton joins us to today to discuss Russia, Ukraine and the danger of Nuclear war.
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United States Bombs Puerto Rico
On occasion, we come across a historical story that we’re shocked we didn’t know about. On today’s episode, we present to you 6 of them. We cover the Puerto Rican Nationalist movement in the 1950s, and specifically a four day period of revolutions for ...
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The Taiwan Lobby
Today we talk about the impact of foreign governments on US policy and Think Tanks. Specifically, how the Taiwan lobby paved the way for Pelosi’s trip this summer. We also discuss the origins of the “One China Policy”.
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Right Wing Populism
José Niño comes on to discuss right wing populism is in America. Episode: 253
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Separatist Movements: Spain
On Today’s Episode we use the declining situation in Kosovo as a segway to talk about something most westerners don’t really know about: Separatist movements in Europe. Specifically, we review some separatist movements in Spain, like the Catalonians,
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Is China about to invade Taiwan?
On today’s episode, we invited Joseph Solis-Mullen back on the show to comment on recent developments in China – Taiwan relations. We discuss Speaker of the House Pelosi’s controversial visit to Taiwan and the resulting Chinese live fire exercises,
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Reviewing Reviews
Heads up for the people who want us to stick to history – this one’s all rabbit holes. On today’s episode, we review your reviews. Find out how we feel about reviews like: “You guys are like the ‘missionary position’ of 20th century history.
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Breaking the US Political Duopoly with Matt Hoh
On today’s Episode, Matt Hoh joins us to tell the crazy story of how his North Carolina Senate run as the presumptive Green Party candidate was suppressed by the National Democratic Party. Matt is a former Marine Corps Captain and worked in the State D...
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The Spanish American War
On today’s episode, we continue our discussion of the Spanish American War. We discuss the onset of the war, Yellow Journalism and its impacts on the War, and the implications of the explosion of the USS Maine. Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.
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McCarthyism
On today’s episode, we talk a period in US history where there was a widespread effort to root out Soviet spies in the Government. We dive into Joe McCarthy’s history, how his particular brand of inquisition became synonymous with political “witch hunt...
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The Global Financial Crisis
On today’s episode, we invited Joseph Solis-Mullen and Jose Nino to help us understand the potential for a coming global financial crisis, how it impacts approval ratings of world leaders, and what strategies countries around the world may be putting i...
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Origins of the Spanish – American War
On today’s episode we walk through the complex series of events of the early 1800’s which lead up to the Spanish – American War. Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/brohistory #245
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Joe Biden & Saudi Arabia
On today’s episode we discuss current US relations with Saudi Arabia. We also talk about the Saudi war in Yemen. Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/brohistory #244
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Geopolitics: Will Turkey invade Syria?
On today’s episode, we discuss Turkey’s recent name change to Türkiye, why they changed it, and some interesting facts about country names, language quirks, and turkeys (the birds). Also, we dive into Turkish plans to invade Syria… again.
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US Geopolitics in Ukraine & Taiwan
On today’s episode, Joseph Solis-Mullen joins us to discuss the current geopolitical situation in Russia, Ukraine, China and Taiwan. Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/brohistory #242
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