Behind the Bastards Part Two: How Nice, Normal People Made The Holocaust Possible
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Oct 15, 2020 The podcast discusses the perception and support of Adolf Hitler and the Nazi party, the fear of fascism in the United States, remembering the Holocaust vs commemorating Confederate monuments, the tactics of persecution used by the Nazi regime, how ordinary people allowed the Holocaust to happen, the exhaustion of living in a fascist society, and the dark secrets of Hollywood's casting couch.
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Little Nazis' Perspective
- Robert and Sofiya discuss how "little Nazis" viewed Hitler's reign.
- They blamed Hitler's failures on others, not him, viewing his time as a golden age.
Hitler's Deception
- Hitler's appeal partially stemmed from his veteran status, claiming he understood the horrors of war.
- This resonated with many who didn't want another war, despite his true intentions.
Unreliable Memories
- People's memories, especially regarding their complicity in the Nazi regime, are unreliable.
- This makes it difficult to determine the extent of knowledge and responsibility for atrocities.