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History Impossible

Alexander von Sternberg
Holocaust
Stanislav Petrov
World War II
Anti-Semitism
Hajj Amin Al-Husseini
Cold War
Gaza
Israel
Arab Revolt
Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Pogroms
1876 Election
Traditionalism
Zionism
Israel-Palestine Conflict
Yasuke
Haj Amin Al-Husseini
Mcdonald White Paper
Nazi Germany
Gilded Age

History Impossible covers some of the less-known, strange, and supposedly impossible events, people, and ideologies throughout history that are all nonetheless true. The settings and time periods range from the Second World War to ancient Japan to medieval Europe, and many more. The show engages with difficult ideas and impossible decisions that were made by human beings like you or me, always to ... more

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In light of the recent killing of conservative pundit Charlie Kirk and the realization among many that the United States is facing a stark rise in the possibility of greater political violence than any other time in its recent history, it became clea... more

Hey all, it’s great to be back with all of you. Especially for this special conversation that has been well overdue, especially on the History Impossible feed. I was thrilled to be able to host my friend and mentor Daniele Bolelli of the History on F... more

After a slight delay, History Impossible is back with the newest installment of audio adaptations of previous writing and historical scholarship that I’ve done in the past several years or so. In this case, we are looking at a massively overhauled an... more

Hello everybody. We have another amazing conversation for you fine people to enjoy, this time a little spicier as far as controversial subjects go. To further expand upon my thoughts on the imperialistic character of Islamism as well as discuss the d... more

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Recent Guests

Brendan O'Neill
British writer and polemicist, Chief Political Writer at Spiked
Spiked
Episode: Civilization, Moral Masochism, and Wonders of the Visible World (w/ Brendan O'Neill)
Jack Johannson
Host of the Secret Police podcast
Secret Police
Episode: Diplomacy on the Eastern Border (w/ Kristaps Andrejsons, Jack Johannson, & Zack Twamley)
Zack Twamley
Host of When Diplomacy Fails podcast
When Diplomacy Fails
Episode: Diplomacy on the Eastern Border (w/ Kristaps Andrejsons, Jack Johannson, & Zack Twamley)
David McGarry
Writer specializing in policy analysis and history
Reason, National Review, Keinrath Publishing
Episode: The Spirit of the American West (w/ David McGarry)
Sebastian Major
Host of Our Fake History, a podcast that explores historical myths.
Our Fake History
Episode: The Yasuke Conspiracy (w/ Sebastian Major of Our Fake History)
Benjamin Teitelbaum
Author of 'War for Eternity' and expert on traditionalism
Episode: The Oddsmakers of Armageddon (w/ Benjamin Teitelbaum)
JD Huitt
History educator and content creator at the History Underground YouTube channel.
History Underground
Episode: The Holocaust Knowledge Gap w/ The History Underground
Oren Kessler
Author and political analyst, known for his insights into the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Author of Palestine 1936
Episode: The Greatest Blunder in Palestinian History w/ Oren Kessler

Hosts

Josh
Host and creator of History Impossible, with a deep focus on engaging narratives around less-known historical topics, emphasizing their contemporary relevance.
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Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 580 ratings
  • Stick to history instead of interjecting your biased political views.

    Podcast Addict
    1
    xinthemirrorx
    4 months ago
  • Good Podcast

    Eh

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    tmzbrutus
    United States4 months ago
  • He needs to stick to what he does well and what I came here for, history, and not BS, strawman commentary about current affairs. Even the title of the Wilson episode (the episode which annoyed me enough to post this), just shows his bias and fallacious reasoning. The episode is filled with Glen Beck like conspiracy theories against "the left" its insulting and just bad.

    Also, like every 5 minutes an ad plays. Really annoying

    Podcast Addict
    2
    nuomnicron
    6 months ago
  • Proper history

    Long form, erudite history. It's very warts'n'all so sometimes an uncomfortable listen. Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MarkT1964
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Well researched history

    A podcast to listen in depth to historical subjects that will affect the way you view today’s events.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BlackRiverToo
    United Kingdom7 months ago

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Thought-provoking discussions on unique historical events and perspectives.
The podcast is viewed as well-researched and informative by many.
Engages with controversial topics and invites critical thinking.
Listeners appreciate the depth and nuance presented in the discussions.
There are some criticisms regarding perceived biases and political leanings.

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#15
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Apple Podcasts
#34
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Apple Podcasts
#217
South Africa/History
Apple Podcasts
#233
Sweden/History
Apple Podcasts
#243
Philippines/History

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Unreality of Realism (w/ Zack Twamley of When Diplomacy Fails)
Q: How do historical figures like Bismarck illustrate the qualities of realism?
Bismarck's Realpolitik demonstrated that state interests can often supersede ideology, aligning with the principles of realism.
The Unreality of Realism (w/ Zack Twamley of When Diplomacy Fails)
Q: What led to your interest in realism and its implications on international relations?
The complexities of modern geopolitics, especially in the context of Ukraine, require a nuanced understanding that realism often overlooks.
The Greatest Blunder in Palestinian History w/ Oren Kessler
Q: To what extent is the Arab revolt significant in your view and of course, why?
The Arab revolt was extremely formative for the Arabs of Palestine, solidifying Palestinian Arab identity and aligning it against Zionism and British imperialism while simultaneously marking the beginning of Jewish armed resistance.

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Frequently Asked Questions About History Impossible

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

The episodes explore a range of historical themes, emphasizing obscure events and figures that challenge conventional narratives. Topics discussed include significant yet underreported historical phenomena, controversies surrounding political and social ideologies, and the moral complexities of historical decisions. The content is characterized by an engagement with difficult ideas, seeking to present history in a nuanced manner that acknowledges the diverse motivations and contexts that influenced past events. The podcast promotes a critical examination of history while facilitating a broad conversation on topics such as imperialism, victimhood culture, and contemporary relevance of historical narratives.

What sets the content apart is it... more

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2. Our Fake History
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1. Brendan O'Neill
2. Jack Johannson
3. Zack Twamley
4. David McGarry
5. Sebastian Major
6. Benjamin Teitelbaum
7. JD Huitt
8. Oren Kessler

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