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Smart Cookies

Zaza
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Napoleon Bonaparte
Eastern Europe
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Supernatural Beliefs
The Enlightenment
Gender Dynamics In Witch Hunts
Persian Empire

Host Zaza talks to some of the SMARTEST PEOPLE on the planet, getting his greedy hands on as many topics as he can 😋🧠

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Joseph Kellner is a historian of Russia and the Soviet Union at the University of Georgia. He's also the author of the recently released book The Spirit of Socialism - Culture and Belief at the Soviet Collapse.

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The horrific war that Israel is waging against the predominantly civilian population in Gaza has been going on for almost two years, and yet, the slaughter continues to this day. Why is that?

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Recent Guests

Dr. David Armstrong McKay
Climate biosphere scientist, communicator, and advocate
University of Sussex, University of Exeter
Episode: Joe Rogan keeps claiming the EARTH is cooling down. I talk to an actual CLIMATE scientist to dispel the BS. With David Armstrong McKay
Mouin Rabbani
Researcher and analyst specializing in Palestinian affairs and the Arab-Israeli conflict.
Author of Gaza Apocalypse
Episode: Genocide in GAZA, the biggest crime of our time. With Mouin Rabbani
Yang-Wen Zheng
Professor of Chinese History at the University of Manchester and author of Ten Lessons in Modern Chinese History
University of Manchester
Episode: The notorious two OPIUM WARS that ushered in China's century of HUMILIATION. With Prof. Yang-Wen Zheng
Professor Nicholas Morton
Historian from Nottingham Trent University and author of 'The Mongol Storm.'
Nottingham Trent University
Episode: The one power that finally managed to BEAT BACK the ruthless MONGOL invasions. With Prof. Nicholas Morton | Pt. 2
Martin Gutmann
An author, historian, and professor focused on leadership management and technology.
Not specified
Episode: In politics and in the workplace, WHY do we keep electing BAD LEADERS? With Dr. Martin Gutmann
Marci Shore
Historian and Professor at the Munk School of Global Affairs, author of The Taste of Ashes
Munk School of Global Affairs
Episode: The TOTALITARIANISM of Stalin, Hitler and... Trump? With Prof. Marci Shore
Marcus Chown
Award-winning writer and broadcaster, former radio astronomer at Caltech
Author of The Ascent of Gravity, Quantum Theory Cannot Hurt You, and The Afterglow of Creation, among others
Episode: The MIND-BENDING science of BLACK HOLES, with Marcus Chown
Dr. Carolina Are
Innovation Fellow and Social Media Researcher
Northumbria University Centre for Digital Citizens
Episode: Why does Gen Z think we Millennials are CRINGE? With Dr. Carolina Are
Dr. Christopher Dillon
Senior Lecturer in Modern German History at King's College London.
King's College London
Episode: Did the Great Crash of 1929 really propel HITLER into power? With Dr. Christopher Dillon

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Zaza
Host of insightful conversations exploring various intellectual topics with experts.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 62 ratings
  • Really interesting in depth interviews.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Bragcat
    2 months ago
  • Excellent podcast

    Subject area experts speaking at length about their field with good questions sprinkled in. Highly recommend. I came for the French Revolution with David Andress and have now bought his book.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sfinbar
    United States2 months ago
  • Infectious curiosity

    This has become one of my favourite podcasts. The host’s voracious curiosity and wide ranging interests especially in history and philosophy open up interesting doors. While some of the earlier episodes are wobbly, over time it has become an excellent entertaining source of information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jim B Canada
    Canada5 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the host's exceptional curiosity and breadth of interests, especially in history and philosophy, highlighting the show's evolution into a compelling source of knowledge.
Many enjoy the engaging discussions and find the content provides a critical viewpoint on modern issues enriched by historical context.

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Joe Rogan keeps claiming the EARTH is cooling down. I talk to an actual CLIMATE scientist to dispel the BS. With David Armstrong McKay
Q: Why do you think climate denialists exist in 2025?
It's largely due to worldviews and narratives that reject scientific facts, influenced by powerful interests.
Joe Rogan keeps claiming the EARTH is cooling down. I talk to an actual CLIMATE scientist to dispel the BS. With David Armstrong McKay
Q: How bad is our current predicament right now?
We are likely to breach the 1.5 degrees Celsius limit within a couple of years, which could lead to severe impacts.
Joe Rogan keeps claiming the EARTH is cooling down. I talk to an actual CLIMATE scientist to dispel the BS. With David Armstrong McKay
Q: Is it possible that Dr. Rogan here is right? And we are actually doing just fine?
No, Earth's climate is warming rapidly at an unprecedented rate.
Genocide in GAZA, the biggest crime of our time. With Mouin Rabbani
Q: How do you think this really ends for the Palestinian people?
The situation may see a pause in violence, but Israel's policies of settlement expansion and military escalations may continue, leading to an ongoing state of crisis rather than genuine resolution.
Genocide in GAZA, the biggest crime of our time. With Mouin Rabbani
Q: What is Netanyahu's real aim in Gaza?
Netanyahu sees the crisis as an opportunity to eliminate Hamas and solve the Gaza Strip problem once and for all, making it uninhabitable for Palestinian life.

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This podcast features insightful conversations with experts across various fields, primarily focusing on philosophy, history, and societal issues. The host engages with topics ranging from political dynamics and historical narratives to the implications of contemporary cultural phenomena. Each episode brings a unique perspective, often intertwining historical contexts with modern implications, making it a captivating listen for those interested in understanding the complexities of human existence and societal evolution. Notable discussions involve the intersection of politics and personal narratives, the nuances of leadership across different contexts, and explorations of how past events shape our current climate.

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1. Dr. David Armstrong McKay
2. Mouin Rabbani
3. Yang-Wen Zheng
4. Professor Nicholas Morton
5. Martin Gutmann
6. Marci Shore
7. Marcus Chown
8. Dr. Carolina Are

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