Navalny vs. Putin Part I | A Tale of Two Tsars | Ancient to Recent | Episode 9
There was no warning. Just radioactive rain and the beginning of a story that shaped modern Russia. In this premiere episode of Ancient to Recent, we explore how the Chernobyl disaster, the fall of the Soviet Union, and the chaos of the 1990s led to the rise of Vladimir Putin and the emergence of his most dangerous opponent: Alexei Navalny.Follow the origin story of a man who dared to speak the truth in a country where that can cost you your life.šPart 1 of Navalny vs. Putin - A Tale of Two Tsarsš§ New episodes every Friday, 8PM CETš² Follow on Spotify, YouTube & Instagram @AncientToRecentThis episode is sponsored by World of Whiskey ā the UKās leading platform for collectible and investment-grade whisky. Want to check out World of Whiskey? Click here!This is not financial advice. Whisky investments are not regulated and carry risks. Must be 18+ to invest. Drink and invest responsibly. Terms & conditions apply.#publicidad #ad #sponsored
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Road to Unity Part 4 | The Guns of August: How Germany Went to War in 1914 | Ancient to Recent | Episode 8
In this epic episode of Ancient to Recent, we unpack the tragic and complex chain of events that dragged Germany and the world into the First World War. From the assassination of Franz Ferdinand in Sarajevo to the infamous "blank cheque" to Austria, we explore how imperial ambition, strategic paranoia, and domestic turmoil pushed Germany into a devastating global conflict.We examine Germanyās war plans, the myth of the ādefensive war,ā the Schlieffen Planās failure, and the haunting cost of four years of trench warfare. Discover how WWI shattered the Second German Reich, transformed German society, and sowed the seeds of future catastrophe.š New episodes every Friday, 8:00 a.m. CETš§ Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube.
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Road to Unity Part 3 | The Second German Empire | Ancient to Recent | Episode 7
In this episode of Ancient to Recent, we unpack the turbulent reign of Kaiser Wilhelm II and the dramatic transformation of Germany from 1890 to 1914.Ā From Bismarckās calculated power structures to Wilhelmās impulsive foreign policy and volatile personality, we explore the roots of Germanyās growing isolation and instability. Learn how economic booms, social upheaval, colonial ambitions, and a series of scandals pushed the German Empire toward the brink of war,Ā and how a single manās ego may have helped light the match.New episodes every Friday at 8:00 CET. Available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.Follow @ancienttorecent on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube
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Road to Unity Part 2 | Bismarck and the Unification of Germany | Ancient to Recent | Episode 6
Bismarckās Empire: Building Germany, Crushing Enemies, and Creating a NationAfter unification, the real challenge began. In this episode, we explore how Otto von Bismarck governed the new German Empire from 1871 to 1890 navigating class tension, religious conflict, rapid industrialization, and the rise of socialism.From Kulturkampf and anti-socialist laws to revolutionary social reforms and colonial tensions, this is the story of how Bismarck tried to forge a single national identity from a patchwork of kingdoms, faiths, and cultures until a young, ambitious Kaiser ended his reign.š Based on Iron and Blood by Katja Hoyerš Episode 3 coming next Friday, 20:00 CESTš§ Listen now on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple PodcastsĀ
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Road to Unity Part 1 | Bismarck and the Unification of Germany | Ancient to Recent | Episode 5
From Napoleon to Bismarck, this is the story of how Prussia unified the German states through diplomacy, war, and ruthless ambition culminating in the creation of the German Empire in 1871. Based on Iron and Blood by Katja Hoyer. Part two out 11 July at 20:00 CEST
Ancient to Recent is a history podcast that explores how the past continues to shape our world today. From forgotten empires and overlooked revolutions to the hidden lives of historical figures, each episode takes a deep dive into the moments that mattered and the ones that should have.
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