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Central Marc
by Marc Houben
Every week, Central Marc dives into alternative history and what-if scenarios across a broad range of subjects where a scenario is worked out that is provided by you, the listener. We dive into the forces shaping our world from central global topics in world history to niche stories, this podcast brings a fresh perspective and a dash of humor to navigate the world's complexities. Perfect for curious minds eager to explore the trends, ideas, and stories behind the history. Hosted by Marc Houben, a Dutchmen with background in history, economics, and business strategy. Living in NYC.
Episodes
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#15 Unreal Oranje | The Glorious Revolution: What If The Revolution Never Happened? [Part 2]
📜 Episode Summary: Episode fifteen. Exploring the transformative impact of the Glorious Revolution. Delving into how this pivotal event reshaped governance, influenced national budgets, and even set the stage for modern democratic principles. Discover why historical figures like Hugo de Groot…
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#14 Unreal Oranje | The Glorious Revolution [Part 1]
📜 Episode Summary: Episode fourteen. The Glorious Revolution—arguably the most pivotal moment in British and Dutch history. From the fallout of the English Civil War to the rise of William of Orange, we explore how religion, monarchy, and geopolitics collided in 17th-century Europe. You’ll learn...
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#13 Unreal Oranje | What If Tulip Mania Never Wilted? Golden Age Crypto Bros.
📜 Episode Summary: Episode thirteen. Crypto bros of the Golden Age. What if tulips never wilted and futures never failed? In this alternate timeline, the Dutch Golden Age surges onward—powered by flowers. We explore a Netherlands where the tulip market never crashed, William of Orange builds a...
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#12 Falklands Unwritten | SAS Raids & Prince Andrew in Patagonia
📜 Episode Summary: Episode twelve. This episode of Falklands Unwritten unpacks the key events of the 1982 Falklands War—Argentina’s invasion, Britain’s rapid naval response, and major turning points like the sinking of the Belgrano and HMS Sheffield. We examine Operation Black Buck, special…
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#11 Falklands Unwritten | Before the First Shot
📜 Episode Summary: Episode eleven. In this first episode of Falklands counterfactuals we unpack the deep historical roots, competing colonial claims, and messy geopolitical context that led to the Falklands War. From Dutch navigators and Spanish treaties to Margaret Thatcher’s garbage-strewn...
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#10 Viking Series | 1066 Odds: What If The Vikings Won Stamford Bridge
📜 Episode Summary: Episode ten. Featuring Louis Eastwood. What if Harald Hardrada’s Vikings triumphed at Stamford Bridge in 1066? Explore an alternate England divided between Viking North and Norman South, shaping history without the Hundred Years’ War or traditional English-French rivalry.…
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#9 Viking Series | Vinland Rises: What If The Vikings Stayed in America?
📜 Episode Summary: Episode nine. Featuring Louis Eastwood. In this first-ever co-hosted episode with Louis Eastwood, we explore Norse settlers in Vinland, Indigenous alliances, and a radically different North America. From Leif Erikson to native diplomacy, Viking ships to canoes, we dive into…
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#8 The City That Stood Still: What If San Francisco Never Shook in 1906?
📜 Episode Summary: Episode eight. In 1906, San Francisco was on the rise—a booming metropolis, the financial heart of the West Coast, and a gateway to the Pacific. Then the earthquake struck, leveling the city and reshaping its future overnight. But what if the disaster never happened? In this...
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#7 The Cosmic Prison: What If We Never Explored Space?
📜 Episode Summary: Episode seven. What if humanity never looked up? No satellites, no Moon landing, no Star Wars—just an Earthbound existence. In this episode, we unravel how space exploration shaped technology, culture, and even our view of life itself. From ancient geocentrism to the modern...
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#6 The Star Spangled Batter: What If Cricket Had Beaten Baseball? America’s Lost Cricket Empire.
📜 Episode Summary: Episode six. Before baseball ruled the U.S., cricket was king. George Washington played it, Abraham Lincoln had his own bat, and in 1844, the U.S. and Canada faced off in the world’s first international sports match. So why did cricket fade while baseball became “America’s...
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#5 House of the Red Dragon: What If Wales Had Defeated England?
📜 Episode Summary: Fifth episode. In 1282, Wales stood on the brink of history. Llywelyn ap Gruffudd, the last Prince of Wales, fought to keep his nation independent against the relentless expansion of Edward I. His defeat reshaped Welsh identity, law, and governance for centuries. But what if...
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#4 The Crop That Scaled Civilization: What If The Potato Never Reached Europe?
📜 Episode Summary: Fourth episode. This episode uncovers how one crop scaled entire countries, and led to massive urbanization and population growth; also attempting to find some modern parallels. The Potato King, Potato Vodka & the Irish Famine. 📚Recommended Reading: The Potato's Contribution…
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#3 Why are New Yorkers and the Dutch both so direct? [Part 3, Q&A]
📜 Episode Summary: Third episode. The final one on Dutch NYC, where we answer questions from listeners on directness, sports culture, unique facts, comparison with Londoners & the port. 📚 Recommended Reading: De Tawl: Hoe de Nederlandse taal (Bijna) Amerika veroverde (Philip Dröge, 2023)…
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#2 New York’s Forgotten Dutch Past: What If NYC Had Stayed New Amsterdam? [Part 2]
📜 Episode Summary: Second episode. Where we focus on the economical and cultural developments in Dutch NYC. 📚 Recommended Reading: Gotham: A History of New York City to 1898 (Mike Wallace & Edwin Burrows, 1998) 🎙️ Like this episode? 👉 Follow Central Marc on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and...
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#1 New York’s Forgotten Dutch Past: What If NYC Had Stayed New Amsterdam? [Part 1]
📜 Episode Summary: Pilot episode. Discussing the first statement: how would New York City have developed if it had stayed under Dutch rule, the lost story of New Amsterdam. 📚 Recommended Reading: The Island at the Center of the World: The Epic Story of Dutch Manhattan and the Forgotten Colony...
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Every week, Central Marc dives into alternative history and what-if scenarios across a broad range of subjects where a scenario is worked out that is provided by you, the listener. We dive into the forces shaping our world from central global topics in world history to niche stories, this podcast brings a fresh perspective and a dash of humor to navigate the world's complexities. Perfect for curious minds eager to explore the trends, ideas, and stories behind the history. Hosted by Marc Houben, a Dutchmen with background in history, economics, and business strategy. Living in NYC.
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Every week, Central Marc dives into alternative history and what-if scenarios across a broad range of subjects where a scenario is worked out that is provided by you, the listener. We dive into the forces shaping our world from central global topics in world history to niche stories, this podcast...
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