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Reichs & Republics | The German History Podcast

Katja Hoyer & Dr. Christopher Dillon
Weimar Republic
East Germany
Konrad Adenauer
Germany
Austria
Otto Von Bismarck
Turnip Winter
Denazification
Berlin
Hyperinflation In Germany
Ruhr
Erich Mielke
West Germany
Holy Roman Empire
Nazi Germany
Gustav Stresemann
National Socialist German Workers Party (nazis)
Soviet Union
Walter Ulbricht
Berlin Wall

Takes you beyond the familiar clichés to uncover the richness and diversity of the German past. Join us as we untangle this complex story, dispelling the popular myths and misapprehensions about a national history that still shapes the world we live in. Do you like our podcast? Then please leave us a review, it helps us a lot! Host: Katja Hoyer & Dr Christopher Dillon ⁠⁠https://battleguide.co.uk/... more

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In this special Q&A episode, Katja and Chris tackle listener questions on everything from whether the Nazis were really right-wing, to why Hitler never invaded Switzerland, the myth of the German Sonderweg, and the deep roots of Germany's "Russlandve... more

In this episode, Katja and Chris are joined by historian Dr Caroline Sharples to discuss Adolf Hitler’s death. Drawing on Caroline’s new book, The Long Death of Adolf Hitler: An Investigative History (Yale University Press), they explore the ways the... more

In this episode, Katja and Chris explore the long chancellorship of Konrad Adenauer, West Germany’s first postwar leader. From the narrow vote that brought him to power in 1949 to the economic miracle, Western integration, NATO membership, and the sl... more

In this episode, Katja and Chris explore the life of Konrad Adenauer before he became West Germany’s first chancellor. From his Catholic Rhineland upbringing and bitter opposition to Prussian dominance to his transformation of Cologne and uneasy surv... more

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Recent Guests

Caroline Sharples
Senior lecturer in history at the University of Roehampton, author of The Long Death of Adolf Hitler
University of Roehampton
Episode: Episode 18: Hitler’s Long Death with Caroline Sharples
Mark Jones
Author of 1923: The Forgotten Crisis in the Year of Hitler's Coup; associate professor in global history at University College Dublin
University College Dublin
Episode: Episode 11: 1923 The Ruhr Crisis with Mark Jones

Hosts

Katja Hoyer
Historian and author with extensive work on German history; co-host of the show.
Christopher Dillon
Co-host; senior lecturer in modern German history, with a focus on German-speaking Europe.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 359 ratings
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    Podcast Addict
    5
    Sedgwick
    a month ago
  • FANTASTIC

    This is the podcast about German history that I have been waiting for. 5 stars!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mr. Mairs
    United Statesa month ago
  • Interesting and educational

    Thank you for an no insightful pod. Am learning more than I expected. Katja is a balanced historian.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Simon @@@
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Well balanced and objective

    Really enjoying the podcasts. The two hosts balance each other well. It is informative and objective. I particularly like the way they do not project today’s norms or prejudices onto events that happened years ago and instead provide the context of what was happening then in Germany and around the world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SoCalCuster
    United Statesa month ago
  • Found Katja on the rest is history

    Binging every episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    joannamoore
    New Zealanda month ago

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Great depth on German history with clear, thoughtful analysis.
Two hosts complement each other, making complex topics accessible.
High-quality storytelling that respects historical nuance without sensationalism.
Engaging, well-researched histories with balanced perspectives.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 11: 1923 The Ruhr Crisis with Mark Jones
Q: How did the occupation influence the rise of extremist movements like the Nazis?
The crisis provided a fertile ground for nationalist and anti-democratic mobilization; Hitler leveraged the sense of national humiliation and the calls for unity to consolidate support, especially in Munich, while regional actors used the moment to propagate anti-Republican narratives.
Episode 11: 1923 The Ruhr Crisis with Mark Jones
Q: Can you explain the scale and significance of the Ruhr occupation for both Germany and Europe?
Mark Jones describes it as a multilayered crisis that disrupted the German economy, endangered the Weimar Republic, and redefined international power dynamics, with long-term implications for German political culture and European diplomacy.
Episode 9: 'We Are The People'. How the Berlin Wall Fell
Q: Could you talk a little bit about what's happening in the 1980s at the grassroots level?
There were growing protests and a culture of dissent, with groups like Swords to Plowshares and widespread disillusionment, yet many still navigated life under the regime by withdrawal into private spheres and by exercising limited avenues for expression.
Episode 7: East Germany’s Forgotten Uprising
Q: Tell us a little bit about how the East German state came about in the first place.
The East German state emerged from the Soviet-occupied zone after World War II, with the GDR founded in 1949 as a Soviet-aligned state that nationalized much of the economy and tightly controlled political life, setting up a regime that claimed democratic processes while maintaining intensive state supervision and repression.

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A historically rich, two-host deep dive into German history, spanning the Holy Roman Empire to modern Germany. Episodes emphasize context, memory, and the long arc of German political and cultural development, with a strong focus on how past events shape present-day Europe. The show pairs Katja Hoyer's narrative insights with Dr. Christopher Dillon's scholarly framing to unpack complex topics—from imperial scandals and state surveillance to revolutions, wars, and reunification—through accessible, story-driven discussions. Notable strengths include clear, well-sourced storytelling, a balanced, non-sensational approach, and a knack for drawing connections across eras to illuminate modern implications. This blend makes it appealing to listener... more

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