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BlomCast

Philipp Blom
Liberalism
Climate Crisis
Democracy
Climate Change
Political Extremism
Historical Turning Points
Enlightenment
Capitalism
Social Movements
Poverty
Ukraine War
Human Rights
Inflation
Inequality
Polycrisis
Race
Identity Politics
Karl Polanyi
Environmental Crisis
Globalization

The BlomCast looks at turning points in history, which have always fascinated me. My name is Philipp Blom, I am a historian and broadcaster and author of many books about the Enlightenment, the story of modernity and climate history. The climate catastrophe places us at the greatest historical turning point hin human history. What, if anything, can we learn from moments in the past in which a mode... more

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Recently, I was honoured to give the Spinoza Lecture in Den Haag, Netherlands, a wonderful opportunity to pay homage to a truly great thinker, as well as for a few reflections on knowledge and how it has been organised throughout history. In the cour... more

Yes, sometimes history has echos, and sometimes they become almost deafening. What does it take to make as state? It is not just the borders. What makes people into citizens, what gives the whole legitimacy? For the Habsburg empire in its dying days ... more

In this wide ranging conversation, Georgios and I delve into the history of the concept of the west, as opposed to Christendom or Europe, its two predecessors. When did people start talking about the West and when did it become a thing? And what on e... more

In this episode of the BlomCast, I engage with historian Mark Galeotti to explore the complexities of Russian history, military strategy, and the interplay of crime and society. They discuss the continuities in Russian military tactics, the cultural ... more

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Recent Guests

Natasha Wheatley
Author and scholar focused on statehood and national identity.
Episode: [60] Natasha Wheatley — How States Live and Die
Georgios Varouxakis
Professor for the History of Political Thought at Queen Mary's University in London
Queen Mary's University, London
Episode: [59] Georgios Varouxakis — The West, History of an Idea
Mark Galeotti
Historian and expert on Russia, known for his podcast 'Moscow's Shadows'
Episode: [58] Mark Galeotti — On Russia, Historical Continuity, and the Business of Diplomacy
Stuart Gillespie
Author of 'Food Fight' and a distinguished researcher on the world food industry.
Episode: [56] Stuart Gillespie — Food Fight: How Corporate Profit Overwhelmed Farming
Sarah Newman
Assistant Professor for Archaeology and Anthropology at the University of Chicago
University of Chicago
Episode: [54] Sarah Newman — Did We Learn Culture from Animals?
Colombe Cahen-Salvador
Political activist and leader of the pan-European party Volt
Volt
Episode: [53] Colombe Cahen-Salvador — A New Age of Democracy?
Ussama Makdisi
Professor of history at the University of California at Berkeley, specializing in Middle Eastern history.
University of California at Berkeley
Episode: [51] Ussama Makdisi — Creating the Modern Middle East: The Peace Conference of 1919
Beatrice de Graaf
Distinguished professor in history of international relations in Utrecht.
Utrecht University
Episode: [50] Beatrice de Graaf – 1815 and the Security State
Luke Kemp
Fellow at the Center for the Study of Existential Risk at Cambridge University
Cambridge University
Episode: [49] Luke Kemp — Elites and the Collapse of Empires

Host

Philipp Blom
Host of a historical podcast, author, and historian specializing in topics related to the Enlightenment, modernity, and climate history.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 171 ratings
  • Great & insightful conversation!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Kostas M.
    5 months ago
  • Bereichernd und klärend

    Ich bin ein absoluter Podcast-Fan! Besonders die Episode über Russland habe ich schon mehrmals gehört, weil sie so viele spannende Informationen enthält. Gaia Vince war grossartig, Oliver Leroy und Maia göpel sowieso. Eine wirkliche Bereicherung für ein besseres verständnis dieser l’implémente welt!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maryjanne77
    Germany8 months ago
  • A Soufflé for my mind.

    Thanks for doing this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mikemiller9€
    Germany9 months ago
  • Feine Gespräche

    Feines, informatives und ermutigendes Gespräch mit Maja Göpel [19] Danke

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LeonHide
    Germanya year ago

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The format encourages thoughtful reflection on complex subjects, making it a rewarding experience for intellectually curious individuals.
Many find the conversations enriching and informative, particularly those featuring expert guests and their perspectives.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth discussions that provide valuable insights into historical contexts and their relevance to modern issues.

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[45] Laura Spinney — The First Human Language and How We Think
Q: What marked that story, especially, as you say, also natural events, historic events? What determines the biography of a language?
Spinney highlights that migration mainly determines the biography of language, influenced by climate events and historical changes.
[45] Laura Spinney — The First Human Language and How We Think
Q: How would we test it? I don't know, but it does make total sense.
Spinney agrees with the logic of selecting those with celestial navigation stories potentially guiding migrations out of Africa, supporting the idea of early language development.
[45] Laura Spinney — The First Human Language and How We Think
Q: What has forged that interest for you?
Spinney expresses a deep frustration about being forced to choose between history and science in school, leading her to bridge both fields in her work.
[43] Julian Baggini — What happened to the Enlightenment?
Q: How can these contradictions be reconciled?
Baggini suggests that people who support Enlightenment values must ask tough questions about how these values are weighted and properly promoted.
[41] Luuk van Middelaar — Can Europe do Power?
Q: Where would you like to see Europe going?
I think it will, one litmus test will be for Europe to be able to take care of its own security at large, for the European continent to secure a stable order with or without Russia.

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This podcast explores pivotal moments in history, aiming to uncover lessons from the past that can inform contemporary society, especially in the context of major challenges such as the climate crisis. Hosted by a historian, the discussions often center around historical turning points and significant societal transformations, examining how these events shape human understanding and experience today. Topics range from democracy and international relations to cultural interactions and the characteristics of leadership throughout history, providing rich and insightful perspectives on modern issues rooted in historical context.

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BlomCast launched 3 years ago and published 73 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on BlomCast include:

1. Natasha Wheatley
2. Georgios Varouxakis
3. Mark Galeotti
4. Stuart Gillespie
5. Sarah Newman
6. Colombe Cahen-Salvador
7. Ussama Makdisi
8. Beatrice de Graaf

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