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Reichs & Republics | The German History Podcast

Katja Hoyer & Dr. Christopher Dillon
Weimar Republic
East Germany
Otto Von Bismarck
Turnip Winter
Denazification
Hyperinflation In Germany
West Germany
Holy Roman Empire
Nazi Germany
Gustav Stresemann
National Socialist German Workers Party (nazis)
Berlin
Soviet Union
Walter Ulbricht
Berlin Wall
Second Reich
Ruhr Occupation
Prussia
Germany
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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/r... more

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In this week’s episode, Katja and Chris explore the Weimar hyperinflation crisis, when German money became almost worthless, prices changed by the hour, and a loaf of bread could cost billions of marks.

How did Germany reach this point? What did it ... more

In this episode, Katja and Chris dive into the final, frantic days of the GDR. They explore the lived reality of the Wende (the turning point) from the perspective of East Germans watching their world dissolve in real-time. From the bravery of the Mo... more

In this episode, Katja and Chris explore how West Germany transformed from a conservative postwar society into one rocked by youth rebellion. From the economic miracle of the 1950s to the student protests of 1968, they examine why a new generation be... more

In this episode, Katja and Chris dive into the dramatic events of 17 June 1953, when East Germany was shaken by a mass uprising that nearly toppled the young socialist regime. What began as a workers’ strike in East Berlin quickly spread across the c... more

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Katja Hoyer
Historian with a focus on German history; frequent co-host across episodes; affiliated with German History Podcast and Battle Guide.
Christopher Dillon
Historian and host, often co-leading discussions with Katja Hoyer; affiliated with King's College London.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 99 ratings
  • Wunderbar!

    I look forward to each episode of this wonderful podcast. I find each episode both educational and entertaining. Collins and Hoyer interact nicely and each really knows their stuff!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DavidKWesselAuthor
    United States10 days ago
  • Simply brilliant

    Essential listening for anyone interested in the history of Europe. Probably many people know the story of modern Germany to some degree but these experts provide the perspective which is often lacking. I am still finding it difficult to reconcile the cultured and sophisticated Germany that I visit with the undercurrent of darkness which seems ever present. I am hoping that Katja and Christopher will probe deeper into the past in future episodes as I suspect that many of the themes of the mod... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Dandrew563
    United Kingdom10 days ago
  • Great Podcast!

    Like everything from the Battle Field History stable, this is a superb podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hugh harnett
    South Africa10 days ago
  • Perfect

    Very good podcast, fills a gap in my podcast library. Two well informed and knowledgeable presenters who offer a wide perspective on modern German history. Worth listening to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Über die Grenze
    Netherlands17 days ago
  • Great pod for understanding Germany

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Leedsprinter
    19 days ago

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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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The show offers a rigorous, human-centered exploration of German history, tracing ideas of statehood, memory, and national identity across eras from the Holy Roman Empire to the Nazi period. Episodes emphasize how political structures, propaganda, economic forces, and everyday life intersect, with careful attention to how ordinary people encountered and interpreted moments of upheaval — from pre-war concentration camps to the Weimar Republic's political dynamics and wartime scarcity. Across episodes, the hosts bring a clear, evidence-backed storytelling style, weaving in archival detail and historiographic context to challenge popular myths while spotlighting lesser-known angles that illuminate the complexities of German history. The strong... more

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