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History As It Happens

Martin Di Caro
Donald Trump
Israel
Russia
Ukraine
United States
Cold War
Iran
Democracy
Vietnam War
NATO
Hamas
Gaza
Fascism
China
Trumpism
American Revolution
Genocide
Venezuela
Vladimir Putin
World War II

Discover how the past shapes the present with the best historians in the world. Everything happening today comes from something, somewhere. History As It Happens features interviews with today's top scholars and thinkers, interwoven with audio from history's archive. Subscribe for ad-free episodes, early access, and bonus content. historyasithappens.supercast.com/

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This is the fifth episode in an occasional series for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, America's semiquincentennial.

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Every May, Israelis celebrate the anniversary of their independence. For Palestinians, their memories are of dispossession and displacement.

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This is the fourth episode in an occasional series for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, America's semiquincentennial.

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Recent Guests

Lindsay Chervinsky
Historian, executive director of the George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
Episode: America250! Civics and Conflict
Jack Cheevers
Award-winning author of Kennedy's Coup, a history of the 1963 Saigon regime change
Author, Kennedy's Coup
Episode: Regime Change: Kennedy and Diem in Vietnam
Yaroslav Trofimov
Chief foreign affairs correspondent at The Wall Street Journal
The Wall Street Journal
Episode: Whose Strait of Hormuz? (Bonus)
Maha Yahya
Director of the Carnegie Middle East Center; expert on Lebanon and political violence
Carnegie Middle East Center
Episode: Lebanon's Long Agony
Ted Swedenburg
Professor Emeritus of Anthropology, author of Memories of Revolt
University of Arkansas
Episode: The First Palestinian Uprising
Mariana Budjeryn
Senior researcher, Center for Nuclear Security Policy, MIT Security Studies Program; author of Inheriting the Bomb, The Collapse of the USSR and the Nuclear Disarmament of Ukraine
MIT Security Studies Program
Episode: Chernobyl, 40 Years On
Ian Lustick
Political scientist and author, expert on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
University of Pennsylvania
Episode: What is Greater Israel?
David M. Kennedy
Historian, Professor Emeritus at Stanford University, author of Freedom From Fear
Stanford University
Episode: Giulio Douhet's Kind of War
Salim Yaqub
Historian specializing in US involvement in the Middle East in the post-war era
University of California, Santa Barbara
Episode: American Suez

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Martin DeCaro
Host of History As It Happens; recurrent presence across episodes with historical storytelling and interview-led analysis.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 110 ratings
  • Best history-based podcast.

    This is a fantastic podcast. Always timely w/ needed insight from guests that are sought after in their respective fields. And Martin actually believes that history can teach up something. An idea I fully embrace.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andre Hollings
    United States3 months ago
  • Ads Louder than the Content

    I don’t necessarily mind ads, but I will not listen to the content when the ads are significantly louder than the content, as they are here. Too bad.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Rebar3
    United States6 months ago
  • Leftie bias

    Didn't realize history is left handed

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    1
    GGSANE
    United States8 months ago
  • Refreshingly relevant

    Often addresses historical topics having parallels and relevance to issues of today. Has reputable historians as guests. They know and respect him. He does thorough homework. Brings up concepts from their books as well as from other famous historians, and yet presents it concisely. Makes for extremely interesting discussions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1970 Marco
    United Statesa year ago
  • Simply the best

    The best questions, the best guests, the best insights into the world that we live in!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Janoshik
    Germanya year ago

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Some listeners feel the host's voice and pacing are distinctive; others find it polarizing.
Shows strong historical grounding with timely angles on current events.

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Regime Change: Kennedy and Diem in Vietnam
Q: What were the long-term lessons from this coup for U.S. foreign policy?
The experts agree that regime change is a highly precarious tool; even with a plan, outcomes can derail quickly, and long-term governance and legitimacy in the affected country are the decisive tests that determine whether intervention achieves lasting stability.
Were the Nazis socialists?
Q: Could Hitler have been considered a socialist at any point in his career, given his early interactions with the Strasserite left-wing of the Nazi movement?
Hitler was not a Marxist or interested in liberating the working class; while there were early strains of socialist rhetoric within the movement, the practical orientation under his leadership aligned with nationalist, anti-Marxist priorities, and he ultimately prioritized loyalty to his authority over socialist aims.
The First Palestinian Uprising
Q: What were the long-term consequences for Palestinians and for the path to statehood in the region?
The revolt ended with heavy Palestinian losses, shattered leadership, and a stronger Zionist position, contributing to later immigration and the push for a Jewish state while leaving a lasting rupture in Palestinian political organization and memory that influenced post-World War II developments.
The First Palestinian Uprising
Q: Who were the main leadership figures and how were factions organized?
Leadership was fragmented among notable families and various Arab groups; while some leaders tried negotiating or moderating, a core of local commanders and militias emerged, including tensions between the Nashashibi and Husayni factions, with British manipulation attempting to divide them.
The First Palestinian Uprising
Q: What sparked the revolt in 1936 and how did it evolve into a wider uprising?
Impoverishment from land transfers, Jewish immigration, and British policies created grievances; a general strike and nonviolent protests escalated into armed resistance as leaders and the population pushed back against repression, resulting in a decentralized guerrilla campaign.

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This show centers historical analysis from top scholars, pairing archival audio with expert interviews to connect past events to today's headlines. Episodes frequently explore geopolitics, military history, law and accountability, and the origins of political systems, often featuring historians who unpack complex issues with archival context and present-day implications. Notable strengths include a consistently high-caliber guest roster, rigorous historical framing, and timely discussions that balance narrative with critical analysis, making it valuable for listeners who want deeper, context-rich perspectives on current events. A potential differentiator is the blend of archival material with contemporary scholarship, which can yield unique... more

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2. Jack Cheevers
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