Frank McDonough

Frank McDonough, a historian specializing in the Third Reich and author of The Hitler Years series, takes us into the chilling last days of Adolf Hitler. He reveals how Hitler, isolated in his Berlin bunker, faced a crippling defeat with a desire to be a martyr. The podcast examines the macabre last birthday celebration, Hitler's marriage to Eva Braun, and the tragic end of the Goebbels family. McDonough also tackles the complex legacy of Hitler, urging listeners to consider the dangers of historical misinterpretation and the neo-Nazi ideologies that persist today.

Leading historian of the Third Reich, Frank McDonough, discusses Hitler's rise to power, his manipulation of German politics, and the wheels of the Holocaust already being set in motion. Topics include Hitler's failed coup, his trial and shift in strategy, his romantic life, the appeal and support for Hitler among rural voters, and the exclusion of undesirables.

Historian Frank McDonough joins the podcast to discuss Hitler's early years, including his upbringing, childhood passions, and the impact of World War I on his political views. The episode also covers Hitler's failed first attempt to seize power - the Beer Hall Putsch.