SNAFU with Ed Helms BONUS: Forgotten History with Rachel Maddow
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Apr 25, 2023 
In a captivating discussion, Rachel Maddow, a prominent journalist and host of the Ultra podcast, reveals the dark attempt by Nazi sympathizers to undermine American democracy during World War II through the Great Sedition Trial of 1944. She explores the complexities of historical narratives and the importance of acknowledging overlooked events to understand today's political climate. Rachel also addresses the connections between anti-Semitism, racism, and modern authoritarianism, emphasizing the power of storytelling in grasping these enduring issues.
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Forgotten Nazi Coup Attempt
- The Great Sedition Trial of 1944 involved Nazis trying to overthrow the U.S. government with help from American fascists.
- The incident is largely forgotten despite its magnitude and connection to U.S. congressmen.
Podcasting from a Bomb Shelter
- Rachel Maddow records her TV show from a cottage with a 1950s nuclear bomb shelter basement.
- The shelter has concrete walls with triple rebar, showing Cold War-era fears.
History Told by Winners
- History is often forgotten or distorted depending on who won and who lost.
- Losers, especially disgraced figures, tend to be erased from popular memory.