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The History of the Twentieth Century

Mark Painter
World War II
Adolf Hitler
Soviet Union
Stalingrad
Japan
Nazi Germany
Operation Overlord
Germany
Manhattan Project
Winston Churchill
Pearl Harbor
Holocaust
German Army
Normandy
United States
Siege Of Leningrad
Operation Barbarossa
Hollywood
Vannevar Bush
J. Robert Oppenheimer

A chronicle of the history of the twentieth century, including art, music, popular culture, science, religion, and, of course, politics and war.

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Hitler interpreted Germany's military reversals as evidence of sabotage by high-ranking traitors in the German Army. He started replacing his commanders with ones who had strong Nazi credentials, whether they had military experience or not.

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As Germany's military situation grew worse, its Nazi leadership--Adolf Hitler in particular--became increasingly detached from reality.

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The German Fifth Panzer Army surrounded and beseiged the US 101st Airborne Division in the Belgian town of Bastogne.

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On December 16, 1944, the German Army began a last-ditch offensive on the Western Front, triggering what became known as "The Battle of the Bulge."

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Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • This is my absolute favorite history podcast. I'm always so excited when a new episode is posted. The host is thoughtful, witty, and has favorite teacher vibes.

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    5
    gabbymcfabby
    20 days ago
  • Very informative

    Excellent series. Well narrated. Covers so much of the 20th century. Learnt so much.

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    5
    Markthegringo
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Fantastic!

    I can’t say enough about how great this podcast is. After a couple of listens through Mike Duncan’s Revolutions, I wondered what could be next, and this is absolutely it. What a great delivery. He takes a few episodes to find his voice, but once he does it’s an absolute tour de force.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ghoulofgim
    United States2 months ago
  • Thoroughly enjoyable and educational

    I’ve studied history at school and college but still find myself learning huge amounts from the in depth and well researched narrative.

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    5
    Hobbes73london
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Impressive!

    A detailed trip through the key events of the most consequential century in history. This man knows and loves history, and it comes through in every episode

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    5
    Alex.itunes
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Reviews frequently describe the material as meticulous, informative, and educational, with useful context beyond familiar events.
Listeners value the chronological structure and the connections between military, political, scientific, and cultural history.
The occasional closing “one more thing” segment and well-chosen music are recurring highlights.
Some listeners find the level of military detail and the focus on battles and commanders excessive.
Listeners praise Mark Painter's clear, measured narration, dry humor, and engaging delivery.

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#97
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#131
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#152
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#86
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#192
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#19
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What is The History of the Twentieth Century about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Mark Painter presents a chronological account of twentieth-century history, moving through political and military turning points while also covering science, technology, social change, art, music, and popular culture. Episodes are researched, long-form narratives that connect strategic decisions and major events with individual experiences, human consequences, and less familiar details. The current run focuses heavily on World War II, from campaigns and military technology to civilian life, diplomacy, and racial injustice.

Painter's measured narration, dry humor, and occasional closing “one more thing” segment give the detailed material a conversational feel. The approach suits listeners who enjoy a sustained historical storyline and close... more

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