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Polynesia Minisode & Update [NEW PODCAST] 4:45

1y ago4:45

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Hi everyone, Jac here! As many of you have probably assumed HDWNKT has come to an unofficial end. Nat and I both love the podcast but life took over and for now, this is the end of our journey with you all. I do have some brighter news, that I am now working on my podcast and travel business called Customs Lah where I discuss all things related to …

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Hiatus Update! 2:15

2+ y ago2:15

2:15

We miss you guys and hope to resume again soon. We are closing all of our Social Media accounts except Youtube and we will be releasing a project there starting July 8th and ending by Oct 1st. Thanks for Everything, Jac & Nat --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hdwnkt/support…

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What's The Definition of "Sexual Relations"? 43:18

3y ago43:18

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In 1998, a sex scandal was uncovered in extreme detail in one of the most unlikely places: the US Congress. The lives of several women were completely ruined, especially that of White House intern Monica Lewinsky. In this episode, Nat covers the impeachment trial of former US President Bill Clinton. 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://accoun…

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What Is Inflation? | Econ With Jac 8:22

3y ago8:22

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The 2021 U.S. Inflation rate has been all over the news! What will the Federal Reserve do (or not)? In this Econ With Jac minisode, we break down the basics of inflation and the risks of our rate. 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt 💛Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https:/…

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What Happened In Roe Versus Wade? 39:03

3y ago39:03

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Abortion laws have been all over the news these past few months, so what better way to start the new year than to explain the history of the landmark supreme court case, Roe V Wade. In this episode, Jac breaks down abortion laws in the United States before, during, and after the supreme court ruling and finally ends with current news surrounding wo…

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The Panama Canal Is Actually Interesting? 34:25

3y ago34:25

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At its time, the Panama Canal was one of the greatest engineering feats in history, but its often forgotten about today. In the last episode of 2021, Nat covers the impressive milestone of the treacherous construction of the Panama Canal. 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt 💛Help us improve the quality of our podca…

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What Is Italian Fascism? 30:45

3y ago30:45

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Apart from all the pizza and pasta, Italy is also known as the birthplace of fascism! Although the term is thrown around colloquially these days, should it be? Who is a fascist and what do they do? How did it start and did it ever end? In this episode, Jac takes us through the history of Italian Fascism and the rule of the infamous Benito Mussolini…

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We Were THAT Close To Total Nuclear War? 31:30

3y ago31:30

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With the threat of nuclear war becoming a stronger possibility each second, a"close call" is an understatement for the one of the most hostile moments between the US and the Soviet Union. In this episode, Nat covers the intense diplomatic stand-off we now know as the Cuban Missile Crisis. 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com…

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Replay: How Many US Presidents Have Been Assassinated? 37:29

3y ago37:29

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In this Replay episode, we revisit the Season 1 finale in which Nat covers the assassination of President James Garfield and the man who was insane enough to carry out the deed. 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt💛Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/How…

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What’s Going On In Rome? | Minisode #21 8:21

3y ago8:21

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In this episode of “What’s Going On?”, Nat summarizes the G20 Summit that recently concluded in Rome. 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt💛Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HowDidWeNotKnowThat📄Study Guides and Show Notes: www.hdwnkt.comFollow Us On Soc…

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Are Greek Gods Real? 15:59

3y ago15:59

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Greek myths are so detailed that sometimes they seem real! In a light-hearted episode, Nat and Jac discuss two famous Greek Myths and what they symbolize in the real world. 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt 💛Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HowDidW…

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Che Guevara Wasn't Actually Cuban? 27:08

3y ago27:08

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You've all seen the image of Che Guevara plastered on posters, T-shirts and bumper stickers, but do you really know the history behind this iconic image? In this episode, Nat covers the controversial and secretive life of Che Guevara and how he become an inspiration for a whole generation of young revolutionaries. 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!:…

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What Is Vodou? 21:38

3y ago21:38

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Despite the erroneous displays and spellings of "voodoo" in the western world and media, Vodou is actually an ancient religion passed down for centuries throughout West Africa. In this episode, learn about the history of one of the only traditional African religions to survive in the modern western hemisphere!📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: http…

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Replay: Did Rasputin Have Magical Powers? 48:12

3y ago48:12

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An evil sorcerer, undercover spy, and the secret lover of the Empress. A man of great mystery and intrigue, the infamous Rasputin has been called all these names and more. But do we really know the full story? In this episode, Nat uncovers the unbelievable life of Grigory Rasputin and the last Russian emperor. Originally Posted Oct 21, 2020 📦 ORDER…

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Singapore Was Kicked Out Of Malaysia? 37:47

3+ y ago37:47

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Did you know Singapore used to be part of Malaysia? With its ideal location, bustling economy, and cultural melting pot you'd think any country would snatch at the opportunity to merge with Singapore, but this wasn't the case. In This episode, Jac explains how Malaysia was formed and why Singapore was not a part of it. 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER H…

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Replay: Who REALLY Won The Space Race? 37:40

3+ y ago37:40

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During our mid-season break, we will be revisiting some of our favorite episodes from past seasons. In this episode, Jac covers the Space Race between the Soviet Union and the US. 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt 💛Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/…

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What's Going On In Afghanistan? | Minisode #20 10:48

3+ y ago10:48

10:48

In this episode of "What's Going On?" with Nat, we talk about the recent developments following the U.S.'s withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan. 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt 💛Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HowDidWeNotKnowThat 📄Study Guides …

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What Happened At Residential Schools? 43:00

3+ y ago43:00

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In this special collaboration with the Scrolls & Leaves podcast, Jac and Nat discuss the not so distant history of Canadian residential schools for Indigenous children. You've probably hear a lot about these "schools" in the news recently, but do you really understand the severity of the impact they had on these children and their communities? List…

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How Much Are The Tokyo Olympics? | Minisode #19 7:13

3+ y ago7:13

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The 2021 Tokyo Olympics are in its final stretch this week, but did you notice anything different this year? There were no fans! Price of delaying the Olympics a year + no ticket sale revenue to cover the costs = one hefty bill for Japan! In this Econ With Jac minisode, we talk about the economic impact of the Tokyo Olympics on Japan. 📦 ORDER YOUR …

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God Save The Queen? 35:42

3+ y ago35:42

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From the absolute monarchies in medieval times to the soft, elderly Queen Elizabeth II today, have you ever wondered how the British Monarchs got to this point? In this episode, Jac and Nat discuss the various events that led to the English royals' loss of power as well as the fall of several other European monarchies. 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER H…

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How Do You Solve A Hostage Crisis? 39:40

3+ y ago39:40

39:40

The relationship between Iran and the US has always been a rough one, and in today's episode we're going to highlight one of the major events that has shaped this relationship. The Iran Hostage Crisis defined the future of US-Iran relations, changed the course of the Carter Administration's success, and devastated the lives of several American dipl…

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Who Has The Drugs? 42:34

3+ y ago42:34

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Efforts to stamp out the drug trade in Latin America have been met with horrific violence and retaliation. As countries struggle to combat drug trafficking, the severity of conflict continues to grow more widespread. So, how did we get here? In this episode, Jac explains the history of the drug trade, what has been done to combat it, and where we a…

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The Korean War Created K-Pop? 1:08:46

3+ y ago1:08:46

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In this episode, we are joined by a very special guest, Becky from the Halfie Project! Becky shares with us the history of K-Pop and how influential events and domestic politics have shaped the Korean music scene throughout the years. Thanks again to Becky for this amazing episode! Please check out the Halfie Project podcast and YouTube channel hos…

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Minisode #18: What’s Going on in Tigray? 11:43

3+ y ago11:43

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In this episode of the miniseries "What's Going On?", Nat breaks down the violent conflict developing in Ethiopia between rebels in the region of Tigray and the federal government. 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt Help us improve the quality of our podcas…

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How Can I Study Abroad? | The Gilman Scholarship 25:57

3+ y ago25:57

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Study abroad is expensive, but luckily there are scholarships available to help! In this guest episode, we talk about the founding of the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship as well as application tips and deadlines. Special thanks to our guest for this week, Sarah, the host of 'A Gilman Podcast'! Check out A. Gilman Podcast here! 🎙 The Gi…

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What Are Cryptocurrencies? | Minisode #17 11:46

3+ y ago11:46

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The days of everyone else getting rich off of Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Doge without you are OVER! In this Econ With Jac Episode, Jac explains what cryptocurrencies are, why people like them, and most importantly how to invest! Referral Links For Some Perks: 💰 Robinhood + 1 Free Stock 🤝 https://join.robinhood.com/hdwnkt 💰 Coinbase + 10 dollars of Bitc…

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Is Fritz Haber Our Savior Or Our Worst Nightmare? 35:33

3+ y ago35:33

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Fritz Haber is arguably one of the most influential people in the world, and yet most listeners probably haven't heard his story before. He's the reason most of us exist today, and yet he's also responsible for thousands of lives. In this episode, Nat dives into the complicated and tragic life of Fritz Haber and asks the question: how much virtue i…

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Minisode #16: What's Going On In Papua? 13:24

3+ y ago13:24

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In the first episode of Nat's new current events miniseries "What's Going On?", we dive into the province of West Papua and its pursuit towards independence from Indonesia. ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contr…

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Japan Occupied Korea? 36:58

3+ y ago36:58

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!!!TRIGGER WARNING: This Episode Contains Discussion on Sexual Assault, Listener Discretion is Advised Did you know Korea was officially annexed by Japan for over 30 years? In this episode, Jac covers one of the most brutal chapters of colonial rule in the world and uncovers the dark events of the Japanese occupation of Korea. Asian Boss Interviews…

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Minisode #15: Capitalism, Socialism, Communism, Oh My! 11:08

3+ y ago11:08

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In this Econ With Jac minisode, Jac covers the history and clear definition of the three most popular economic and political theories: Capitalism, Socialism, and Communism. Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HowDidWeNotKnowThat …

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The Philippines Was An American Colony? | Spanish-American War Pt. 2 25:42

3+ y ago25:42

25:42

Most Americans will be shocked to learn that once upon a time on the opposite of the world, the US held a colonial territory in the Philippines. Even for a podcast that's dedicated to asking the question "How did we not know that?", this one's a real head-scratcher. Why was US involvement in the Philippines so quickly forgotten, and how can those o…

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How Did America Become An Imperialist Power? | Spanish-American War Pt. 1 24:41

3+ y ago24:41

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In the year 1898, the once-mighty Spanish empire crumbled within a matter of months. Who was there to pick up the pieces? None other than the young but ambitious nation of the United States of America. In the Season 3 opener, Nat presents the highly-anticipated episode on the Spanish-American War. Listen to how the former British colony acquired a …

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Who Are The Viet Minh? 24:53

3+ y ago24:53

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What does independence mean to you? In our season 2 finale episode, Jac covers the underdogs of the French Indochina War and their fight for freedom. Special thank you to our History Heroes (Patrons) for choosing this week's topic! Also a big thank you to all of our listeners for your support, we hope you enjoyed season 2 and we can't wait to see y…

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Minisode #14: What is Economics? 6:36

3+ y ago6:36

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What even is Economics? This Econ With Jac Episode does one thing only, and it's to break down what Economics is, in very simple terms. After noticing we started on some complex economic theories, Jac felt it would be a good idea to get us all on the same page again. Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt Help us improve the qual…

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Is It A Fight For Equality Or Ethnic Cleansing? 22:39

3+ y ago22:39

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Zanzibar's long history of racial and socioeconomic tensions has forced us to confront some difficult questions. What happens when the fight against injustice turns into ethnic cleansing? In this episode, Nat covers Zanzibar's 1964 Revolution and the existing political issues that haunt the group of semi-autonomous islands to this day. Check out FS…

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Minisode #13: Liberalism 6:58

3+ y ago6:58

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In the second part of the miniseries on theories of international relations, Nat discusses the theory of liberalism. Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HowDidWeNotKnowThat Study Guides and Show Notes: www.hdwnkt.com --- Support …

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Is Bulgaria Out Of Our League? 27:13

4y ago27:13

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Teamwork makes the dream work, but what happens when your mates turn against you? In this episode, Jac covers the incredible story of the Balkan Wars; where the Balkan League, a quadruple alliance, helped free territory from under Ottoman Rule and set the stage for World War 1. Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt Help us impro…

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How Fast Can A Democracy Fall? 55:22

4y ago55:22

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Chile was a strong constitutional government with a long history of democracy until September 11, 1973, when it all came crashing down. Augusto Pinochet Ugarte ruled Chile with an iron fist for 17 years and was the mastermind of thousands of tortures, disappearances, and murders. In this episode, Nat breaks down the timeline of Pinochet's regime an…

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Minisode #12: Monetarist Economics 6:08

4y ago6:08

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Everybody has an opinion! In another episode of the Econ With Jac series, Jac covers Monetarist Economics: a direct criticism of Keynesian Economics. Tweet us @HDWNKT with your thoughts on an Econ With Jac mini-series! Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon…

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Why Are Israel And Palestine Fighting? 19:46

4y ago19:46

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Despite what your teachers may have taught you about the war in the holy lands, the present-day Israeli-Palestinian conflict started in the early 20th century and involves a lot more than just land. In this episode, Jac does her best to break down the early beginnings of one of the most severe ongoing conflicts today. Check out FSO Compass here: ht…

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Minisode #11: Realism 9:11

4y ago9:11

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If you're interested in foreign policy or international studies, you should be familiar with different theories of international relations. Realism is one of the dominant theories in international relations and is still at the forefront of foreign policy. In this minisode, Nat gives a brief description of realism and where we can see it in the worl…

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Who Shot Bob Marley? 34:40

4y ago34:40

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CIA arms deals, gang violence turned into warfare, and reggae music: what happens when the fight between socialism and capitalism becomes deadly? In this episode, Nat talks about how the extreme political division in Jamaica in the 1970s led to the assassination attempt of beloved musician Bob Marley. Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.…

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Minisode #10: Keynesian Economics 7:43

4y ago7:43

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Most people have heard of Adam Smith and Karl Marx, but what about John Maynard Keynes? Join Jac as she sheds some light on the younger, lesser-known but fairly popular economic school of thought known as Keynesian Economics. Tweet us @HDWNKT with your thoughts on an Econ With Jac mini-series! Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwn…

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Why Did India And Pakistan Start Fighting? 25:34

4y ago25:34

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Muslims. Hindus. Christians. Sikhs. Long ago, the four religions lived together in harmony (for the most part). Then, everything changed when the British attacked (drew a line)... In this episode, Jac takes us through one of the largest tragedies of the 20th century, the Partition of India. Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt …

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Finland Sided With Nazi Germany? | Russo-Finnish Wars Pt. 2 19:22

4y ago19:22

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In Part 2 of the Russo-Finnish War series, Nat covers the Continuation War and the difficult decision Finland had to make in order to preserve its independence. Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HowDidWeNotKnowThat --- Support …

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The Finns Invented The Molotov Cocktail? | Russo-Finnish Wars Pt. 1 29:39

4y ago29:39

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Today, Finland is at the forefront of international peacekeeping efforts, but some may be surprised to learn about its violent history in the 20th century. Finland suffered through many wars and has had some of the highest rates of wartime casualties in history. Despite the odds being stacked against them, the Finns were incredibly resourceful and …

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How Did The Chinese Get Hooked On Heroin? 31:46

4y ago31:46

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How far would you go to make money? What if it led to the entire downfall of a nation and the suffering of millions? In this episode, Jac takes us through the history of the Opium Wars and how it changed the entire course of history for both China and European Imperialists. Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt Help us improve t…

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How Many Chinas Are There? 38:57

4y ago38:57

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In 1972, President Richard Nixon did the unthinkable: he became the first US president to visit communist China. Ping pong tournaments, free pandas, and photo-ops with Chairman Mao; what exactly happened in Beijing? In this episode, Nat discusses the importance of President Nixon’s first visit to the People’s Republic of China, and how it changed t…

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The Night Witches of WW2 | Bonus Episode 23:53

4y ago23:53

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Did you know women served in WW2? In this bonus episode, Jac takes us through the history of the Night Witches, an all-female night bomber regiment from the Soviet Union. Special shoutout to our friends over at 'Woman of HERstory: A Podcast', for selecting our topic this week! Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreo…

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Why Are You Crying, Argentina? 32:28

4y ago32:28

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If you've heard the hit song "Don't Cry For Me, Argentina", you've definitely heard the name Evita. Eva Perón is considered to be one of the most powerful women of the past century. As the wife of the president of Argentina, Eva (affectionately known as Evita), was an incredibly influential figure in the history of Argentina. She paved the way in t…

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