The Rest Is History 184. History's Biggest Questions with Dan Carlin (Part 2)
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May 12, 2022 Dan Carlin, the charismatic host of Hardcore History, joins the conversation to tackle some of history's most compelling questions. Can the West's stance in the Cold War be seen differently? What would our world look like without history? The fun escalates as they debate the best warrior to guard you—samurai, Viking, or Spartan—while also reflecting on the implications of key historical innovations. Carlin's engaging insights make for a thought-provoking and entertaining dialogue on how the past shapes our present.
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Tough Choices
- Dan Carlin, Tom Holland, and Dominic Sandbrook debate the best time to be born, given difficult choices.
- They discuss the Black Death, World War I, and the decline of the Lakota civilization.
History's Double-Edged Sword
- Studying history offers perspective and appreciation for one's own time by highlighting past hardships.
- It can also fuel resentment and conflict, especially in contexts like civil wars or ethnic tensions.
History's Role in Conflict
- History, both recent and distant, significantly influences current conflicts.
- Demagogues exploit historical narratives to incite hatred and division, as seen in the breakup of Yugoslavia.
