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EPISODE · Aug 14, 2026 · 12 MIN

How did the Cold War start?

from History for Kids / History's Not Boring: The Kids History Podcast · host SCL

Imagine a massive global war that lasted for 45 years, where the two sides never even fought on a real battlefield! After World War II, the United States and the Soviet Union went from being allies to total rivals in a freezing standoff known as the Cold War. But how did it all begin? Join Mira and Finn as they uncover the incredible true story of a divided world and the famous "Iron Curtain" that split Europe in half! You will hear the terrifying tale of the Berlin Blockade, where millions of people were trapped without food or power, and the heroic Berlin Airlift that saved them by landing cargo planes every 45 seconds! Plus, learn about the amazing "Candy Bomber" who dropped 23 tons of chocolate from the sky in tiny parachutes to cheering kids below. And don't miss our weird fact of the day about a super-sneaky, battery-free spy bug hidden inside a beautiful wooden gift! Grab your winter coat and get ready for a history adventure packed with secret missions, daring pilots, and sky-high candy!

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Imagine a massive global war that lasted for 45 years, where the two sides never even fought on a real battlefield! After World War II, the United States and the Soviet Union went from being allies to total rivals in a freezing standoff known as the Cold War. But how did it all begin? Join Mira and Finn as they uncover the incredible true story of a divided world and the famous "Iron Curtain" that split Europe in half! You will hear the terrifying tale of the Berlin Blockade, where millions o...

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