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In this episode, we look at three stories of how the fledgling American film industry reacted to fascist Germany. Join us for stories of artistic protests, super-villain doofuses, and patriotic ducks.

In this mini-sode, our co-host and cellist extraordinaire Caitlin Lukin dives into the composition and Nazi-punching influences of our theme music. She also calls us "silly buggers." Follow us on Twitter at @Fighting_Yanks or give us a review on iTunes to help others find the pod. Caitlin's SoundCloud with a full theme recording and other music is at https://soundcloud.com/caitlin-lukin.

In this episode, the hills are alive with the sound of our disgust for Rolf. We discuss the real history behind the Sound of Music, from the actual von Trapp family to the German occupation of Austria, throw shade at Mariah Carey, and talk (at length) about how dreamy we find Captain von Trapp. Don't forget to leave us a review on iTunes and follow us on Twitter at @Fighting_Yanks.

In the second part of our revenge fantasy series, Alicia and Nate talk about Inglourious Basterds and the real history it pulls from (no, really). Alicia's cat makes her podcast debut by interrupting the recording, and Nate complains about a move that's "like a million years old." Don't forget to leave us a review on iTunes and follow us on Twitter @Fighting_Yanks

In this episode, we look at the historical revenge fantasy film Django Unchained, examining its influences both from film and real life history. Also this episode, Nate gets censored, since he evidently can't censor himself.

Spies, skinheads, and smelly Nazis! Welcome to The Fighting Yanks fashion episode. With special guest Caroline Dohack, we trace the interaction between the fashion industry and fascist ideologies, from the beginning of the 20th century to the present day. Also, Alicia brings out her burn book. Fetch! Interested in learning more? Check out: Thynne, J. (2013). Black roses. London [etc.]: Simon & Schuster. Vaughan, H. (2011). Sleeping with the enemy : Coco Chanel's secret war (1st ed.). New York: Alfred A. Knopf.

In this episode, Alicia raps an Aaron Carter song while discussing the ethics of punching Nazis. That discussion leads seamlessly into a conversation about Nazis in everything from semi-realistic World War II video games to games that incorporate Nazi dinosaurs. We also learn about the man who invented video games, who just so happens to be a Jewish refugee who fled Germany as a teen and helped fight Nazis IRL. Reading list: Wolfenstein: New Order and Nazis in video games: http://www.denofgeek.com/games/wolfenstein/30950/wolfenstein-new-order-and-nazis-in-videogames The controversial w orld of Nazi video games: http://www.salon.com/2014/04/12/the_controversial_world_of_nazi_video_games/ How a Refugee from the Nazis Became the Father of Video Games: http://www.zocalopublicsquare.org/2015/12/11/how-a-refugee-from-the-nazis-became-the-father-of-video-games/ideas/nexus/ Defying taboo, Nazi protagonists invade video games: Protagonists http://www.nytimes.com/2002/01/03/technology/defying-a-taboo-nazi-protagonists-invade-video-games.html The Point: History of Nazis in Games: http://www.gamespot.com/videos/the-point-history-of-nazis-in-games/2300-6418637/

Nazis... We hate these guys! In this episode, we bring on a special guest, Brian Gribben of Fort Hays State University. Brian helps us take a look at the Indiana Jones movies, and the bogus Nazi archaeology that inspired them. As astounding as it is to believe, these pulp movies about a heroic university professor battling the forces of darkness draw on horrifyingly real attempts by the Nazis to control and subvert history. Together we examine how the authoritarian government of Nazi Germany twisted science and historical inquiry into another tool for their racial propaganda. We discuss villains, heroes, witchcraft, and one of the greatest movie series of all time. Also in this episode, Nate goes off on a tangent about Scrooge McDuck! MUSIC: Theme music composed and performed by co-host Caitlin Lukin We also used clips from the song "Don't Leave Me Daddy" by Marion Harris. LOGO: Kansas City designer and artist Audrey Raymond created our logo. Find her online here: audreyraymond.com/

Most people know Superman as a hero from comic books and, recently, some bad film adaptations. But he also had a radio show. And as the KKK was regaining power and influence in the U.S. Superman took it on in a series of episodes of his show. In this episode, we'll talk about the radio shows in which Superman took on the Klan following World War II and we'll explore the origins of the character, and why this was, in many ways, a natural progression for him. You also get to hear Nate go on a profanity-laced rant about Woodrow Wilson. MUSIC: Theme music composed and performed by co-host Caitlin Lukin We also used clips from the song "Don't Leave Me Daddy" by Marion Harris. LOGO: Kansas City designer and artist Audrey Raymond created our logo. Find her online here: http://audreyraymond.com/ LINK TO SUPERMAN RADIO SHOW EPISODES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ol8Gmi57DI&list=PLXvRiiEXQLZWVxE_Yd97MwuD4WsbVhmD- READING LIST: Bowers, R. (2012). Superman versus the Ku Klux Klan: the true story of how the iconic superhero battled the men of hate. Washington, D.C.: National Geographic. Weinstein, S. (2006). Up, up, and oy vey!: how Jewish history, culture, and values shaped the comic book superhero. Baltimore, MD: Leviathan Press.

This podcast explores the intersection of pop culture and history. We'll take a look at how American movies, comic books and television shows have dealt with extreme hate groups like Nazis and the KKK. That means movies like Indiana Jones, Star Wars and characters like Superman. But we'll also be talking about some lesser known heroes who took on these villains. In this introduction episode, we'll introduce ourselves and explain the concept of the show. Fighting Yanks co-host Caitlin Lukin composed and recorded our in and out music. Designer Audrey Raymond created our logo. This episode also features clips from the song "Don't Leave Me Daddy" by Marion Harris.