Margaret MacMillan
Professor of History at the University of Toronto and Emeritus Professor of International History at the University of Oxford. Author of War, How Conflict Shaped Us.
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May 8, 2025 • 54min
Assessing America's Role 80 Years After WWII
Leon Panetta, a seasoned political figure and former CIA Director, joins historian Margaret MacMillan from the University of Oxford to discuss America's role in the world 80 years after WWII. They delve into rising global tensions, specifically the Kashmir conflict, and the complexities of U.S. foreign policy. The conversation also touches on the implications of historical narratives and the necessity of learning from the past to address present challenges, particularly regarding Russia's aggression in Ukraine.
May 5, 2025 • 40min
Kommt der Krieg zurück, Margaret MacMillan? - #1385
Margaret MacMillan, kanadische Historikerin und Professorin an der Universität Oxford, diskutiert die geopolitischen Spannungen der Gegenwart und zieht Parallelen zu historischen Konflikten. Sie analysiert die Rückkehr autoritärer Tendenzen und die Auswirkungen des Ukraine-Kriegs auf die Weltordnung. Interessant sind auch ihre Einsichten zur Rolle von Technologie und klassischen Kriegsführungsstrategien. Zudem beleuchtet sie die komplexen Dynamiken von Kriegsbeendigung und Verhandlungen, wobei sie die Lehren der Geschichte zur Gestaltung der Zukunft betont.
Oct 28, 2022 • 56min
The Fulcrum of History: Margaret MacMillan, Sir Max Hastings and Peter Frankopan on the War in Ukraine
Join esteemed historians Margaret MacMillan, Sir Max Hastings, and Peter Frankopan as they delve into the implications of the war in Ukraine. They discuss how historical narratives shape modern geopolitics, questioning Putin's invocation of the past. The trio analyzes the logistical blunders behind the Russian invasion and the critical role of U.S. support for Ukraine. They also explore the emotional dimensions of leadership in conflict and the need for cautious, informed responses to today's global tensions.
