Tag: documentaries

The Past, Present, and Future of the Russia-Ukraine Conflict | Sons of History, Ep. 10

July 7, 2023
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When the war between Russia and Ukraine started in February 2022, it was the continuation of an ongoing conflict. Ukraine desires independence and Russia wants to draw the nation back into the Russo fold. Dustin Bass and Alan Wakim discuss the Russo-Ukrainian history, the problem with NATO, Russian President Vladimir Putin’s reasons for invading, and…

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What Would the Sons of Liberty Do? | Sons of History, Ep. 9

July 5, 2023
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As the rights of Americans continue to ebb and flow with each Supreme Court session, as well as local, state, and federal edicts, the question arises: What would the Sons of Liberty do? Dustin and Alan break down what this freedom-fighting group did and whether it is something Americans replicate. They also discuss the states’…

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Did Woodrow Wilson Go Insane After the Great War? With Patrick Weil | Sons of History, Ep. 5

June 23, 2023
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Patrick Weil joins the podcast to discuss Woodrow Wilson’s sanity during the process of trying to ratify the Treaty of Versailles in 1919. His book, “The Madman in the White House,” addresses the psychobiography of Wilson written by ambassador William Bullitt and Dr. Sigmund Freud and how they came to their conclusion—based on the testimony…

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The Man Who Created America’s Cold War Policy, With Frank Costigliola | Sons of History, Ep. 4

June 22, 2023
20th centuryAmericancinemadocumentariesEntertainmentEp. 4. The Man Who Created America’s Cold War Policy with Frank CostigliolaEpoch CinemaEpochTVFilm & TVimportant American diplomatspoliticalwar
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George F. Kennan was one of the most influential and important American diplomats of the 20th century. His 1946 Long Telegram and 1947 Mr. X article in Foreign Affairs initiated America’s containment policy against the Soviet Union during the entirety of the Cold War. Frank Costigliola, author of the new biography on Kennan and a…

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Is Our Government the One Our Founding Fathers Feared? | Sons of History, Ep. 1

June 21, 2023
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The Federalists promised that the federal government would only go so far in its authority. Over time, the government housed in Washington has continued to grow and expand, swallowing up more and more power from the 50 states and its citizens. The Sons of History discuss how several amendments have contributed to these power grabs,…

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Ep.2. The Barbary Pirates and an Unsung American Hero, with Des Ekin

June 21, 2023
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Des Ekin has uncovered an American who deserves to be celebrated among the many heroes (and anti-heroes) of early America. Ekin, the author of the new book “The Lionkeeper of Algiers,” joins the podcast to discuss the battles fought by the United States against the Barbary Pirates during the late 18th and early 19th centuries,…

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Canyons: The Deep Wounds of the Earth

June 21, 2023
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They are steep, deep, and often found in remote and inaccessible areas. They are the canyons, the rifts in the earth, those deep wounds in the earth that have the allure of immensity. …

Galapagos and Africa: Nature Is Here

June 20, 2023
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The South American islands that inspired Charles Darwin are home to 21 endemic species of birds, giant tortoises, iguanas, and penguins. There is another place on earth that can rival the beauty of the Galapagos—Africa! …

Sunsets Over the Spanish Islands

June 20, 2023
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On an extraordinary journey among Spain’s most beautiful islands to appreciate their sea, customs, fiery sunsets, and diverse cultures, we will visit Ibiza, Formentera, Gran Canaria, and Tenerife—a fascinating and comprehensive journey. …

The Gift (SHORT)

June 17, 2023
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To celebrate his 11th birthday, a young boy selects his gift, little knowing that his choice will change the world. A true story of how a boy from the wrong side of the tracks could become the greatest entertainer of all time—Elvis Presley. …