The Historical Impact of the Berlin Wall's Fall

On this episode of Old Newscast, we look at the consequences for the world of the fall of the Berlin Wall.

Adam is joined by world affairs editor John Simpson, as well as historian and author of Beyond the Wall, Katja Hoyer.

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It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Jack Maclaren, Shiler Mahmoudi, Alix Pickles, and Kris Jalowiecki. The technical producer was Michael Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.