Explore the fascinating origins of North Korea, tracing back to colonial Japan and the Cold War’s geopolitical tug-of-war. Learn how the arbitrary division of Korea left lasting scars on national identity. Discover the rise of Kim Il-sung amid civil strife and global influences. The violent Jeju Island Uprising reveals how local resistance was met with ferocity. Delve into how U.S. strategies shifted in response to the growing communist threat that ultimately led to the Korean War.

Expert Kavita Puri discusses the chaotic Bengal Famine crisis in Calcutta during 1943. The handling of aid shipments, government censorship, and the legacy of 'Churchill's Famine' are explored. Survivor testimonials shed light on the traumatic memories of the famine.

Explore the tragic Bengal Famine of 1943, caused by British denial policies, cyclones, and political unrest, leading to starvation and migration in Bengal. Learn about the geopolitical context, Indian soldiers' sacrifice, Churchill's limited aid response, and the contrasting experiences in Calcutta and rural Bengal during World War II.

Daniel Immerwa, an expert on Filipino history, discusses the colonization of the Philippines post-Spanish-US war. Topics include betrayal of Filipinos, Emilio Aguinaldo's revolutionary fight against American imperialism, and the complexities of balancing expansion, democracy, and white supremacy during the acquisition of the Philippines by the US.

Expert in American history and author Daniel Immerwahr joins to discuss Teddy Roosevelt's role in the Spanish-US war of 1898. Topics include American imperialism, strategic ambiguity, White Man's Burden, and Roosevelt's leadership with the Rough Riders in Cuba.

Explore the rich history of Hawaii's colonization, from Captain Cook's arrival to the annexation by the USA. Learn about Queen Liliuokalani's fight against American planters and the political turmoil leading to the tragic loss of Hawaiian sovereignty.

Daniel Immerwahr, author of 'How To Hide An Empire', discusses the historical context of American territories and colonies, the exclusion of Native Americans from the narrative, and the significance of guano islands in American agriculture and expansion. The conversation delves into the complexities of the United States as an empire and how bird poo shaped its imperial project.

Explore the tragic Camp Grant Massacre in Arizona, highlighting indigenous violence and peace policies. Learn about the dehumanization of Apache people, the richness of Aravaipa Canyon, and tribal dynamics. Discover the planned massacre using military technology and the subsequent trial. Reflect on the violent history of the West and the challenges in historical knowledge dissemination.

Exploring the real story behind battles between Native Americans and white settlers during westward expansion in the aftermath of the Mexican-American War. Discussions on interactions between Native Americans, settlers, and the US army in the nineteenth century. Delving into the complexities of indigenous interactions, migrations, and power struggles in pre-colonial Western America. The brutal conflict between American soldiers and the Apache tribe in Arizona and the violent tactics used in warfare.

Katie Hickman discusses Olive Oatman's capture by Native Americans and her assimilation into the Mojave tribe. Topics include the breakdown of settler-indigenous relations, the Oatman family's hardships, acculturation through ceremonial tattooing, and Olive's reunion with society after years of captivity.