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    History

    Hostile History

    Since the dawn of time humanity has been at war.  Conflict in one form or another has been part of our existence since we first walked the earth.  

    While conflict and armed rebellion have evolved to look very differently over the centuries, if it feels like we’ve been here before it’s because we have.   

    Join military historian David Borys who has spent his entire career studying armed conflict as he brings together some of the brightest minds to take you inside the world’s most defining conflicts and rebellions. From Genghis Khan, and the Crusades to Vietnam and the war in Iran.   If you want to understand the world today you need to go back because history doesn’t just repeat itself,  it echoes.    

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    Star Wars:Unpacked – In a Galaxy Not So Far Away Aug 19, 2026
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    On this episode of Hostile History, David Borys is joined by broadcaster, comic writer, and lifelong Star Wars fan Fred Kennedy to explore how George Lucas's space opera evolved from a simple adventure story into one of the most influential cultural phenomena in modern history. Along the way, they discuss how the franchise has reflected our world and the generations of fans who have made it their own.

    Whether you're a Jedi Master, a scruffy-looking nerf herder, or someone who simply loves great stories, this is a deep dive into the saga that changed pop culture forever. May the Force be with you.

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    Fred Kennedy (@fearless_fred)

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    Star Wars and Modern Warfare Aug 12, 2026
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    When George Lucas created Star Wars, he imagined a space fantasy filled with laser swords, galactic empires, and battles between good and evil. But beneath the aliens and starships was something far more grounded and shaped by real-world war, political paranoia, insurgencies, and the machinery of modern conflict.

    In this episode, we investigate the surprisingly direct connection between Star Wars and modern warfare. From the jungles of Vietnam to the rise of authoritarian governments, from drone warfare to insurgent tactics, we explore how one of the most beloved franchises in history mirrors the way empires actually rise, fight, and collapse.

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    Unpacked – Baldwin IV - The Man Behind the Silver Mask Aug 05, 2026
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    How closely did Hollywood capture the remarkable life of Baldwin IV, the leper king of Jerusalem? Separating fact from fiction, this exploration examines his leadership, military skill, political challenges, and the dramatic liberties taken by Kingdom of Heaven, revealing the complex and important historical figure behind the cinematic legend.

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    The Crusades Jul 29, 2026
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    The Crusades are often remembered as a holy war between Christianity and Islam with images of armored knights marching east beneath blood-red crosses, driven by faith, glory, and the promise of salvation.

    In this episode I’m joined by historian Niall Christie, as we travel back to the Holy Land between the 11th and 13th centuries to try and to help me understand what exactly happened during this time because nearly a thousand years later, the echoes of the Crusades still shape politics, religion, and cultural memory across the world.

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    Unpacked – The Odyssey – From Fable to Film Jul 22, 2026
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    Christopher Nolan’s epic film The Odyssey released in July 2026 made much ado about casting and approach to Homer’s epic. In this episode David chats with author and host of the podcast Let’s Talk About Myths, Baby Liv Albert about one of the oldest surviving works of literature.

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    Liv Albert https://www.mythsbaby.com/books-by-liv-albert

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    Democracy: From the ashes of Athenian wars Jul 15, 2026
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    Democracy is often treated like humanity’s greatest political achievement. A system built on freedom, equality, and the voice of the people. But its origins were anything but peaceful. Democracy was born in chaos, shaped by violence, and war.

    In this episode, we travel back with historian Jennifer Roberts from the City College of New York and the City University of New York Graduate Center to ancient Athens, where the world’s first experiment with democracy emerged. Long before modern elections and constitutions, Athens was a city teetering between tyranny, aristocratic power, economic crisis, and constant warfare.

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    Unpacked – The Hitlerian Conspiracies Jul 08, 2026
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    Did Adolf Hitler really die in his Berlin bunker? Explore the enduring conspiracy theories, alleged sightings, Soviet secrecy, and the historical evidence separating fact from fiction surrounding Hitler's death.

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    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hostilehistory/


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    Hitler's DNA Jul 01, 2026
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    For decades, Adolf Hitler sold the world a fantasy of racial purity . A myth so powerful it fueled one of history’s darkest regimes.

    In this episode, we dive into the strange and controversial story behind Hitler’s DNA. From modern genetic testing and explosive media headlines, we unravel how scientists, journalists, and historians are trying to answer a question that still fascinates the world: who was Hitler?

    We are joined by geneticist Professor Turi King and historian Dr. Alex J Kay, to help us understand what happens when modern genetics asks questions history can’t answer?”

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    Iran: Oil, Power and Protest - Part Four: Axis and Allies Jun 17, 2026
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    In the final part of our series, we follow Iran beyond its borders and examine how the Islamic Republic built a powerful network of allies, militias, and proxy movements across the Middle East.

    Emerging from the trauma of the Iran–Iraq War and decades of isolation, Iran’s leadership developed a new strategy for survival: project influence without direct confrontation. Instead of relying solely on conventional military power, Tehran cultivated alliances with armed groups and political movements across Lebanon, Iraq, Syria, Gaza, and Yemen.

    Once again we're joined by historian Roham Alvandi from the London School of Economics and Political Science as we conclude our journey


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    Iran: Oil, Power and Protest – Part Three: The Ayatollah’s Iran Jun 03, 2026
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    In Part 3 of our four-part series, we explore what happened after the revolution and how Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini transformed Iran from a monarchy into an Islamic Republic that would reshape politics across the Middle East because once the monarchy fell, the battle over Iran’s future had only just begun.

    Hostile History is once again joined by historian Roham Alvandi from the London School of Economics and Political Science as we continue our journey

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