Cautionary Tales of History

Cautionary Tales of History

Cautionary Tales of History explores the moments when ambition, fear, pride, and miscalculation changed the course of the world. Each episode dives into real historical events where decisions made by leaders, movements, or entire societies led to unintended and often devastating consequences. Rather than glorifying the past, this podcast examines what went wrong, why it happened, and what those moments still warn us about today. From political disasters and failed ideologies to wars, collapses, and moral blind spots, Cautionary Tales of History connects the lessons of yesterday to the ch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 5D AGO

    The Folly of Imitation

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    8 min

  2. 5D AGO

    When Command Crumbled: Korea

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    7 min

  3. 5D AGO

    How Mao’s Strategies Defeated Chiang Kai-shek

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    6 min

  4. JAN 31

    How Ho Chi Minh Outlasted the French and the Americans

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    8 min

  5. JAN 22

    Why Two Atomic Bombs Ended World War II

    In this episode, we break down how the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki accelerated the end of the war. We explore why Japan saw surrender as the only remaining option. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    4 min

  6. JAN 22

    The Secret Program That Built the Atomic Bomb

    In this episode, we explore the top-secret program responsible for creating the atomic bomb. In this episode, we discuss how secrecy, speed, and government control shaped one of history’s most dangerous weapons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    4 min

  7. JAN 22

    Manila 1945 Became a War Zone

    In this episode, we break down how intense street fighting transformed Manila into a battlefield block by block. In this episode, we focus on how military strategy and urban combat caused massive civilian suffering. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    5 min

  8. JAN 21

    Inside Hitler’s Berlin Bunker

    In this episode, we explore what happened inside Hitler’s bunker during the final days of World War II. In this episode, we cover the atmosphere, decisions, and final moments before his death Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    5 min
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Cautionary Tales of History explores the moments when ambition, fear, pride, and miscalculation changed the course of the world. Each episode dives into real historical events where decisions made by leaders, movements, or entire societies led to unintended and often devastating consequences. Rather than glorifying the past, this podcast examines what went wrong, why it happened, and what those moments still warn us about today. From political disasters and failed ideologies to wars, collapses, and moral blind spots, Cautionary Tales of History connects the lessons of yesterday to the ch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Cautionary Tales of History
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    69
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Cautionary Tales of History
  • Show Website
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