Lions Led By Donkeys Podcast

Dive into the intense naval clash of the USS Buckley and a U-boat during WWII. Discover the strategic evolution that turned the tide in the Atlantic, as advances in convoy systems emerged. Enjoy a humorous take on U-boats, blending pop culture and personal reflections on modern relationships. Plus, explore quirky wartime anecdotes, like a basketball player's tales and the creative uses of Spam by Soviet soldiers. It's a mix of history and humor that keeps you engaged!

Listeners dive into the wild chaos of the English Peasants' Revolt, where absurdity reigns and rebels wreak havoc in their quest for equality. Explore the comical parallels between historical figures and modern culture, including humorous critiques on labor issues and consumer habits. Discover the unfolding drama as the young King Richard II grapples with a rebellious populace, leading to unexpected consequences. Blood, looting, and fervent demands create a colorful tapestry of 1381's vibrant upheaval.

The unexpected finale of the American Civil War is explored, focusing on the final shot fired by the CSS Shenandoah. Connections between Confederate descendants in Brazil and Nazi emigrants add intriguing layers to the narrative. The podcast delves into the birth of the Confederate Navy, highlighting struggles with loyalty and resources. It also examines the leadership challenges faced by Secretary Stephen Mallory as he attempted to establish a functional naval force amidst internal conflicts.

Peasants in England revolted against oppressive taxes and absurd regulations on their daily lives. The hosts delve into cultural quirks like Cockney slang and odd legal encounters. They explore how the sociopolitical climate post-Black Death fueled class struggles and shaped peasant rights. A humorous critique of the monarchy ties historical injustices to contemporary issues, while the absurdities of 14th-century wars and taxing systems highlight the growing discontent among the common folk, setting the stage for a significant uprising.

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COME SEE US LIVE OCT 4TH IN GLASGOW: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lions-led-by-donkeys-podcast-live-in-glasgow-4th-october-2025-tickets-1501072671769 SUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/lionsledbydonkeys In this episode, Joe, Nate, and Tom discuss a lesser-known battle in the Crimean War in which the British attempt to capture a city on the Kamchatka Peninsula after getting massively lost at sea (in an era where this wasn't supposed to happen) and getting waylaid when the King of Hawai'i invited them to the barbecue. We are not making any of this up. Sources: JR Stone. RJ Crampton. 'A Disastrous Affair': The Franco-British Attack on Petropavlovsk. https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/polar-record/article/abs/disastrous-affair-the-francobritish-attack-on-petropavlovsk-1854/D765F9B46DA8B5A0C6D55460466220A6Mark N Lardas. Petropavlosk: The Crimean War's Forgotten Battle. https://warfarehistorynetwork.com/article/petropavlovsk-the-crimean-wars-forgotten-battle/ John Stephens. The Crimean War in the Far East. Modern Asian Studies. Vol. 3. No. 3 (1969)

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SUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/lionsledbydonkeys Joe, Nate, and Tom discuss the time that Alexander the Great altered the geography of the planet in order to build a huge land bridge and punish Tyre for not letting him visit the ancient world's most instagrammable temple. We've got merch available! Check out our store here: www.llbdpodcast.com/ sources: https://warfarehistorynetwork.com/article/siege-of-tyre-alexander-the-greats-assault-on-the-persians/ https://warfarehistorynetwork.com/article/the-fall-of-tyre/ https://www.historynet.com/alexander-the-great-siege-of-tyre/ https://www.historyonthenet.com/engines-of-destruction-the-evolution-of-siege-warfare-alexander-the-great

In this episode, we revisit the 2000s warrior-scholar fixation of famously-unproblematic guys like David Petraeus with the advent of the Human Terrain System, or what you might politely call "military anthropology." Is it ethical? No. Did it work? No. Was it run by someone named Dr. Montgomery McFate? Yes. Get the whole episode on Patreon here! https://www.patreon.com/posts/bonus-episode-133688496 We've got merch available! Check out our store here: llbdpodcast.com/