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Blowback

Blowback
Afghanistan
Taliban
Cambodia
Vietnam War
Indochina
Bush Administration
Khmer Rouge
Soviet Union
War On Terror
Lon Nol
Pakistan
United States
Osama Bin Laden
Al-Qaeda
Warlords
Mujahideen
Corruption
U.S. Military
CIA
1979 Soviet Invasion Of Afghanistan

A podcast about the American Empire.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes79Founded6 years ago
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Latest Episodes

The Cold War ends. Apartheid falls. But Savimbi's war continues.

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The fate of southern Africa is decided at Cuito Cuanavale.

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The Reagan Doctrine puts Angola in the crosshairs as aid to UNITA is uncorked.

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Reagan arrives, emboldening South Africa and Savimbi. The MPLA hangs on. Cuba recommits.

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Recent Guests

Ben Kiernan
Scholar on the human cost of emptying the cities during Khmer Rouge rule.
Episode: S5 Episode 7 - "Less Than Zero"
Elizabeth Becker
Journalist and historian who reported on the events during the Khmer Rouge era.
Episode: S5 Episode 7 - "Less Than Zero"
Ahmed Rashid
Pakistani journalist
Episode: S4 Episode 4 - "They're Yours Now"
Charles Wilson
Texas Congressman
Episode: S4 Episode 3 - "The Trap"

Hosts

Brendan James
Co-host of Blowback
Noah Kulwin
Co-host of Blowback

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 12.1k ratings
  • Knowledge is erotic

    The things I’d let them do to me while lecturing about the dominating socio-political actors that ravaged countries and communities for the sake of economic and political hegemony

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cslashuntitled
    United States22 days ago
  • Well Researched

    A total package of great production and good historical research. Hue and cry capitalist roaches.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Please I’m Begging You
    United Statesa month ago
  • Another informative and depressing season. Well done, lads.

    So, ummm Yugoslavia is next for sure. Right?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheWetCookie
    United Statesa month ago
  • This is how you do a podcast

    Amazing podcast with excellent historical information along with first hand accounts. This is on par with hard core history if you like history

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    disapointing movie
    United Statesa month ago
  • Weird commie nonsense. Rather cringe

    Podcast Addict
    1
    Langton
    a month ago

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Chart Rankings

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#136
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#168
Canada/Society & Culture
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#183
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#135
Australia/Society & Culture
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#215
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#42
India/Society & Culture

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Frequently Asked Questions About Blowback

What is Blowback about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A historically focused show that investigates U.S. foreign policy, Cold War geopolitics, and proxy conflicts through archival material, interviews, and firsthand accounts. Across episodes, listeners get deep dives into Angola, South Africa, Cuba, and other theatres, with attention to how superpowers, covert operations, and local actors shaped global events. The format blends rigorous research with narrative storytelling and often critiques American international interventions, offering nuanced perspectives that appeal to history buffs, policy wonks, and professionals evaluating geopolitical risk. A standout feature is the use of multiple viewpoints and archival sources to illuminate complex legacies of empire, while recent seasons hint at e... more

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