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Cold War Conversations Podcast

Ian Sanders
Cold War
East Germany
Australian Army
Hungary
Czechoslovakia
Willie Fisher
Leopard AS1 MBT
Poland
Espionage
West Germany
Inner German Border
Romania
Berlin
Stasi
Vietnam War
Travel
Colonel Abel
Burt Abel
Volksmarine
The Lives Of Others

Experience the Cold War like never before with Cold War Conversations — an award-winning podcast recommended by The New York Times. Each week, host Ian Sanders brings you raw, firsthand accounts from the people who lived through one of history’s most tense and transformative eras — soldiers, spies, civilians, and more. These aren’t stories from textbooks. They’re unfiltered voices from the frontli... more

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This is the 2nd part of the story of Miles, a British National Service conscript during his military service in the late 1950s.

I’d like to give special thanks for the Norfolk Tank Museum for highlighting Miles’ story and one of his relatives for pu... more

We hear the fascinating story of Miles, a British National Service conscript during his military service in the late 1950s.

I’d like to give special thanks for the Norfolk Tank Museum for highlighting Miles’ story and one of his relatives for puttin... more

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The Berlin Blockade was one of the first major international crises of the Cold War when the Soviet Union blocked the Western Allies' railway, road, and canal access to the sectors of Berlin under Western control. I speak with Joseph Pearson, the aut... more

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This is the largely untold story of Task Force Faith, the U.S. Army soldiers who although outnumbered 8-1 by Chinese troops fought valiantly during the Battle of Chosin Reservoir in the Korean War.

Author Steve Fogel has written a new book called A... more

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Recent Guests

Miles Cavin
British National Service conscript who served in the 1950s.
Episode: Eyes at the Edge of the Iron Curtain - Life in a 1960s British Reconnaissance Regiment (434)
Miles Cavern
A British National Service conscript sharing his experiences during military service in the late 1950s.
Episode: What was Cold War British Army Conscription really like? (433)
Joseph Pearson
Historian and author specializing in the Berlin Airlift
Episode: The Berlin Airlift - Victories, Myths, and the Berlin Blockade (432)
Steve Fogel
Author of A Task Force Called Faith
Episode: Surrounded and outnumbered 8-1 : A forgotten story of the Korean War (431)
Bill Hodes
American school child in revolutionary China with experiences in the Mississippi Freedom Summer.
Episode: Shaking Hands with China’s Second Most Powerful Man (430)
Ned Richardson-Little
Author and expert on East German history
Author of The German Democratic Republic The Rise and Fall of a Cold War State
Episode: The German Democratic Republic The Rise and Fall of a Cold War State (428)
Dennis Greene
Former senior flight commander responsible for Minuteman nuclear missiles
Episode: Trust but Verify: When the Soviets Came to South Dakota (427)
Tom Hapgood
Author and US military brat sharing his personal experiences as a child of military personnel
Author of Lost Letters
Episode: Cold War Kids: The Unique Life of US Military BRATs (424)
Shawnna Morris
Author of 'The Cambridge Spy Ring, The Treachery of the Five Who Got Away'
Episode: The Cambridge Five Cold War Spy Ring: Philby, Burgess, Maclean, Blunt & Cairncross (423)

Host

Ian Sanders
Host who engages deeply with guests to uncover personal accounts and insights related to Cold War history.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
  • Excellent!

    Wow! I have been searching for information on this subject. It’s surprisingly difficult to get detailed information. This podcast is a hidden gem! Grateful for the deep dive!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PurplePianoCat
    Canada2 months ago
  • Memories

    I love listening to Ian’s podcasts as it brings back great memories about one of the best times of my life having been stationed there during the Cold War.

    It is even better when you know some of the people being interviewed.

    Slip back in time and learn what it was like in a divided Germany.

    An excellent podcast, well produced.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Trooper Stewart
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Best podcast

    I love the Cold War conversations podcast it’s so interesting and engaging thank you Ian for telling us about everything that happened during the Cold War

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lo Fothers
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • My favourite podcast

    Genuinely fascinating podcast. Well researched and engagingly presented. I especially enjoy the variety of stories that are presented, from everyday life through to accounts of some of the most iconic Cold War moments by people who were there. I’m totally hooked.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Padmiller
    Australia4 months ago
  • The only podcast I regularly listen to - and I still haven't heard all the episodes. I lived through the cold war, sometimes very close to the sharp end, and I love the stories.

    The accounts of military speakers - pilots, commanders of tanks and submarines or just ordinary people doing their compulsory service . . . are revealing and often fascinating, thrilling. The stories of civilians, making sense and purpose of lives governed by fantastic, illogical and mendacious authorities, ring so true... more

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    Alan Jones
    4 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the deep, personal stories that bring Cold War history to life.
Host Ian Sanders is praised for his interview style that allows guests to share their stories authentically.
The show serves as an excellent resource for both learning and reminiscing about the Cold War era.
Episodes offer well-researched content that is both informative and engaging.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#238
United States/History
Apple Podcasts
#69
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#186
Canada/History
Apple Podcasts
#99
Australia/History
Apple Podcasts
#204
Germany/History
Apple Podcasts
#238
Italy/History

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

What was Cold War British Army Conscription really like? (433)
Q: What was your basic training like?
Very physical, involving running, gym work, and learning military discipline.
Surrounded and outnumbered 8-1 : A forgotten story of the Korean War (431)
Q: How was Task Force Faith remembered after the Korean War?
Task Force Faith suffered heavy casualties and many survivors were accused of cowardice, which unjustly tainted their legacy for decades. It wasn't until the late 20th century that efforts were made to correct these misconceptions and recognize their sacrifices.
Surrounded and outnumbered 8-1 : A forgotten story of the Korean War (431)
Q: What was the strategic situation at this point in the Korean War?
The first six months of the Korean War were characterized by a series of back and forth reversals, with the North Koreans initially pushing UN forces back to a small perimeter before MacArthur staged a successful amphibious landing at Incheon, leading to a stunning reversal that pushed the North Koreans back across the border.
Shaking Hands with China’s Second Most Powerful Man (430)
Q: Do you experience yourself some of the violence from the police forces and the other authorities down there?
Yes, I was arrested while registering people to vote, and experienced intimidating treatment by police.
Shaking Hands with China’s Second Most Powerful Man (430)
Q: Did you meet any of the prisoners of war from the Korean War that refused to go back home?
Yes, we met a few of them; they had married Chinese women and worked in various fields.

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Expect an engaging exploration of the Cold War through firsthand accounts from those who experienced it firsthand. The content focuses on the stirring narratives of soldiers, civilians, and spies, sharing emotional stories that transcend the typical textbook approach. Broad themes include espionage, significant political figures, cultural impacts, and pivotal historical events such as the Berlin Wall and the Cuban Missile Crisis. The unique approach combines personal anecdotes with a deep dive into the political and social dynamics of the era, making history feel immediate and personal. The emphasis on in-depth, intimate storytelling makes the exploration of Cold War history both educational and captivating for listeners who are keen on und... more

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Recent guests on Cold War Conversations Podcast include:

1. Miles Cavin
2. Miles Cavern
3. Joseph Pearson
4. Steve Fogel
5. Bill Hodes
6. Ned Richardson-Little
7. Dennis Greene
8. Tom Hapgood

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