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There’s a reason the History Channel has produced hundreds of documentaries about Hitler but only a few about Dwight D. Eisenhower. Bad guys (and gals) are eternally fascinating. Behind the Bastards dives in past the Cliffs Notes of the worst humans in history and exposes the bizarre realities of their lives. Listeners will learn about the young adult novels that helped Hitler form his monstrous i... more

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We conclude the story of how Britain ended its role in the Atlantic Slave Trade.

Against the State by James Stout available for preorder here: www.akpress.org/against-the-state.html

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In this episode we introduce two great heroes: freed slave and adventurer Olaudah Equiano, and crusading abolitionist lawyer Granville Sharp.

Against the State by James Stout available for preorder here: www.akpress.org/against-the-state.ht... more

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In our annual holiday reverse episode, Robert introduces James Stout to the heroes who fought to end the Atlantic Slave trade.

(3 part series)

Against the State by James Stout available for preorder here: www.akpress.org/against-the-state... more

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All of this week's episodes of It Could Happen Here put together in one large file.

- The Tech Fascist Takeover of the Media

- Strikes, Walkouts, and Union Busting At Nestlé's Blue Bottle

- Grenada with Andrew, Pt. 1

- Grenada with Andrew, P... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. James Stout
Author with expertise on historical social movements and anarchism
Author at AK Press
Episode: Part Three: X-Mas Special: The Heroes Who Ended The Slave Trade
Siddharth Kara
An author and expert in modern slavery and the slave trade
Episode: Part Two: X-Mas Special: The Heroes Who Ended The Slave Trade
James Stout
Author and journalist
AK Press
Episode: Part One: X-Mas Special: The Heroes Who Ended The Slave Trade
Abby Sato
Secretary Treasurer of Blue Bottle Union
Blue Bottle Coffee
Episode: It Could Happen Here Weekly 213
Alex Pine
President of Blue Bottle Union
Blue Bottle Coffee
Episode: It Could Happen Here Weekly 213
Dick Reavis
Journalist who witnessed the first execution by lethal injection
Texas Monthly
Episode: It Could Happen Here Weekly 207
Reis Bouyan
Victim of a hate crime who campaigned against the death penalty
Episode: It Could Happen Here Weekly 207
Jeff Hood
Priest and advocate against capital punishment
Episode: It Could Happen Here Weekly 207
Corinna Lain
Author and expert on lethal injection
University of Richmond
Episode: It Could Happen Here Weekly 207

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Robert Evans
Host and researcher known for in-depth explorations of historical figures and societal issues, blending humor with analysis.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 46.3k ratings
  • Reviewers are cowards

    This show is a 10/10

    This is the only podcast.

    Most of the reviewers are either sexist, racist, classist, or fascists.

    THE PODCAST HAS WOMEN ON IT, THAT DOES NOT MAKE IT A BAD PODCAST.

    Great podcast, 10/10 would move into a mountain side compound to fight a 3 letter agency with these folks.

    Thank you Sophie and Robert, please continue the beautiful Boston accent.

    Also, anyone talking trash about Prop, Magpie, or Jamie Loftus can catch it on sight.

    Everyone go buy Raw Dog: The Naked Tr... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GSwartz
    United States23 days ago
  • Everton since finding this show, I can't wait for the next episode. Fascinating, revolting, educational and amusing in equal measure. Robert Evans is a marvellous script writer and narrator. Great variety of guest hosts for every new story also.

    Podchaser
    5
    geoff_marchant1971
    24 days ago
  • This is all i can listen to

    I love this podcast. Super interesting, well explained history. Smart politics and current events. And well done humor. I don’t even like listening to anything else

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ally233223
    United States25 days ago
  • Great subjects and titles but presentation is childish.

    I wanted to listen but just couldn’t. His guests make it worse.

    I tried again…even worse…ignorant F…ks!

    Tried again…still bad

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Rich685
    Canadaa month ago
  • Right?

    I’ve tried multiple times but I haven’t been able to make it through a single episode yet, due to the hosts vocal ticks of ending sentences with “Right?” and using “like” as a constant filler word.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    drbuttons
    United Statesa month ago

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Q: So, what do the Abraham Accords include?
They're essentially a framework that was presented as a new way for Israel and Arab nations to cooperate economically and culturally, removing previous barriers to relations.
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Q: So, when we say Arab Israeli normalization, well, what do we mean by that?
Normalizing diplomatic ties between Israel and Arab nations, breaking historical precedents where ties were contingent upon resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
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Q: What was the hardest part of the journey for Primrose?
Primrose mentioned that it was very tough for her and her daughter, facing the dangers of the journey alone and trusting strangers.
It Could Happen Here Weekly 211
Q: What did Primrose hope for her daughter in America?
She hoped for her daughter to go to school and achieve something in life.
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Q: What does the Atlanta anarchist suggest is necessary when the cops start to break out of paralysis?
They emphasized that the defense of occupation has to escalate in some way to prevent police from feeling safe coming in.

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Focusing on the darker chapters of history, this podcast offers in-depth explorations of notorious figures, systemic abuses, and events that have had lasting impacts on society. Episodes frequently dissect the lives and actions of infamous individuals, from dictators to war criminals, providing listeners with a unique perspective on the moral complexities surrounding these historical narratives. The storytelling combines well-researched analysis with dark humor, making the subject matter both engaging and thought-provoking. This approach is likely to appeal to those interested in history, sociology, and political commentary, particularly through an unconventional lens.

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7. Reis Bouyan
8. Jeff Hood

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