Turning Points History

Episodes

1. 19

   Episode 19: Vanity Fair in Vienna Part 4

   Can one of Europes greatest alliances withstand one of its greatest conquerors? Can the decidence and self-interests of kings and ministers, being a lasting and meaningful peace? Find out on this fourth and final episode of Vanity Fair in Vienna. On a personal note, it is very clear the show is...

   Oct 1, 2020

   1h 52m
2. 18

   The Lessons of Ordinary Men

   How do the most ordinary of men become willing, efficient and vicious killers? More importantly, what do they have in common with you? This is by far the darkest episode I have done to date, but it is also the most important. This journey is going to be a heavy one, but what is on the other side…

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   Jun 25, 2020

   1h 08m
3. 17

   Vanity Fair in Vienna Part 3

   How do committed allies go from being united in a common cause to the brink of warfare in 90 days? Find out on this third installment of the Vanity Fair in Vienna. Remember to subscribe, rate, and review. Enjoy!

   Apr 22, 2020

   1h 48m
4. 16

   A World Restored and Henry Kissinger (Bonus)

   Take a peek into the soul of one of the 20th centuries most influential and controversial statesman. Henry Kissinger wrote A World Restored in 1954 as his okm thesis at Harvard. His goal...to answer the question of how to cr ok, heate peace in a world hell bend on self-destruction but examining a...

   Mar 17, 2020

   31m
5. 15

   Alexander I (Bonus)

   Emperor Alexander I of Russian was considered the most romantic and melodramatic ruler in an age known for its melodrama and romance. He was a man raised and educated in the ideals of the Enlightenment and then expected to become the absolute ruler of the most autocratic county in the world. He…

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   Jan 22, 2020

   1h 02m
6. 14

   Vanity Fair in Vienna Part 2

   What does a card game with the fate of Europe look like? This is episode exams how Napoleon was outmaneuvered by the Austria Foreign Minister, Count Metternich. The question is, can Metternich avoid the same fate.

   Nov 17, 2019

   1h 04m
7. 13

   Vanity Fair in Vienna Part 1

   What if I told you the modern world was born in dinning room, ballroom and of course the bedrooms or one of the greatest city in Europe. This is a love story, one of histories greatest love stories, but a love story unlike any you have ever heard.

   Aug 15, 2019

   1h 38m
8. 12

   Magna Carta Part 4

   John and his Barrons meet in a field outside of London to hammer out a peace treaty. Join us as we complete the origin story one of Histories most famous documents.

   May 16, 2019

   51m
9. 11

   Magna Carta Part 3

   With a cruel mastery of his kingdom, King John of England sets his sights to France and the prospect of reclaiming his ancestral homeland. But when he fails he will have to answer of the last 10 years of oppression he forced on his subjects. His crown and his family legacy hang in the balance.

   Jan 2, 2019

   1h 00m
10. 10

    Magna Carta Part 2

    Oct 8, 2018

    46m
11. 9

    Magna Carta Part 1

    There are two stories of the Magna Carta. The 1st is the modern story, which is over 800 years in the making. The 2nd takes place just outside of London in a field in 1215. This is that story. Its one of violence, intrigue, sex, and ambition. It's is a story of Kingdoms won and Kingdoms lost. The...

    Sep 6, 2018

    48m
12. 8

    KARL MAX ECONOMIC THEORIES (Bonus)

    This episode is an addendum to episode 7. So be sure to listen to episode 7 before you dive into this one. During episode 7, I didn't go into a whole lot of detail in regards to Marx's economic beliefs. I covered them in only the most basic form. While they are interesting, they are an episode…

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    Jul 21, 2018

    53m
13. 7

    Karl Marx

    This episode is about the life and work of Dr. Karl Marx. At one point he was a living god to half the worlds population and the boogie man to the other half. Join me as we explore the Greek tragedy that is the legacy of one of the worlds greatest economic and political commentators. Big Thank…

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    Jul 10, 2018

    1h 09m
14. 6

    John Locke

    Note from the Author: After some great fan feedback, make sure you listen to the Thomas Hobbs episode first. While this was created as a stand-alone program, it makes several references to the Hobbs episode. Enjoy ;)- Thomas. John Locke is known as the father of modern Liberalism. Find out why....

    Jun 5, 2018

    40m
15. 5

    Thomas Hobbs

    How did the world become modern? Thomas Hobbs is a titan of Political theory. Join me as we explore how he helped shape the world we live in today.

    Jun 5, 2018

    35m
16. 4

    Nathan Rothschild Part 2

    How did little bits of paper with 1, 0, percent signs, and decimal points change the change the world? Based on Niall Ferguson financial history, The Ascent of Money, this is the story of bonds and a man how used them to conquer the world. This is part 2 of 2

    Jun 5, 2018

    34m
17. 3

    Nathan Rothschild Part 1

    How did little bits of paper with 1, 0, percent signs, and decimal points change the change the world? Based on Niall Ferguson financial history, The Ascent of Money, this is the story of bonds and a man how used them to conquer the world. This is part 1 of 2.

    Jun 5, 2018

    35m
18. 2

    Martha Dodd Part 2

    This episode is heavily based on Erik Larson's wonderful book In the Garden of Beasts. Martha Dodd is the daughter of the US ambassador to Hitler's Germany. This episode explores her transformation as she experiences the Third Reich first hand. This is part 2 of 2

    Jun 5, 2018

    29m
19. 1

    Martha Dodd Part 1

    This episode is heavily based on Erik Larson's wonderful book In the Garden of Beasts. Martha Dodd is the daughter of the US ambassador to Hitler's Germany. This episode explores her transformation as she experiences the Third Reich first hand.

    Jun 5, 2018

    34m