HISTORY This Week

April 27, 1856. In Beijing’s Forbidden City, one of the emperor’s consorts, a woman named Cixi, has given birth to a son – the emperor’s first heir. This landmark event is met with mass celebration. But in just five years time, the emperor will be dead and Cixi will be planning a coup to take power for herself. How will she ever succeed? Special thanks to our guests: Jung Chang, author of Empress Dowager Cixi: The Concubine Who Launched Modern China, and Professor Ying-chen Peng, author of Artful Subversion: Empress Dowager Cixi's Image Making in Art.**This episode originally aired April 24, 2023. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discover the intriguing stories behind everyday finances as individuals candidly share their financial experiences. A young couple grapples with student loan debt while dreaming of home ownership and family life. The emotional weight of budgeting challenges is explored, highlighting how personal finance intersects with feelings and societal expectations. Listeners gain insight into navigating the complex landscape of money management, showcasing the vulnerability and resilience tied to financial choices.

April 14, 1970. Apollo 13 is a quarter million miles from Earth, speeding towards the Moon, when a sudden explosion rocks the ship. Against all odds, the astronauts pull off one of the most remarkable survival missions in NASA history. 55 years after this harrowing flight, Apollo 13 Commander Jim Lovell explains exactly what it took to save his spaceship.Special thanks to Captain Jim Lovell, John Uri, Steven Barber and Vanilla Fire Productions.**This episode originally aired April 13, 2020.To stay updated: historythisweekpodcast.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

April 10, 1912. As the RMS Titanic pulls away from a crowded port on the south coast of England, it almost crashes. Just in time, it’s able to turn off its engines and prevent a collision with a smaller ship. Four days later, though, a serious disaster will not be avoided, and the Titanic’s first voyage will be her last. But during her brief life, the vessel is a microcosm of the Gilded world around her. How did this opulent luxury liner come to exist? And how did it foretell the dangers of wealth, technology, and arrogance that shaped the world around it, and the world we live in now?Special thanks to our guests, Susie Milar and Gareth Russell, author of The Ship of Dreams: The Sinking of the Titanic and the End of the Edwardian Era.**This episode originally aired April 4, 2022.To stay updated: historythisweekpodcast.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Greg Forbes, a former severe weather expert at The Weather Channel, delves into the catastrophic tornado outbreak of April 3, 1974, which unleashed nearly 150 tornadoes across the U.S. Forbes discusses the meteorological factors that led to this unprecedented event. He reflects on the emotional toll on communities and the life-saving advancements in weather forecasting that emerged, including improvements in radar technology and public safety protocols. Tune in for fascinating insights into the evolution of tornado prediction and the dedication of meteorologists.

Anne Sebba, author of "Ethel Rosenberg: An American Tragedy," dives deep into the controversial life of Ethel Rosenberg, the only woman executed for espionage in U.S. history. The discussion uncovers the complex societal fears during the Cold War and the trials both Ethel and Julius faced. Sebba reveals Ethel’s transformation from a politically active figure to a controversial trial subject. The emotional impact of their legacy is explored, especially through the lens of their sons, who seek to reclaim Ethel's identity amidst the debate surrounding her alleged guilt.

Join Professor John Tucker, an expert on samurai history and author of "The Forty-Seven Ronin: The Vendetta in History," as he delves into the legendary tale of the 47 Ronin. Discover why these former samurai felt they had to die for their honor and how their actions have shaped Japan's cultural narrative. Tucker discusses the themes of loyalty and revenge among samurai, the strategic preparations for their audacious attack, and how this historic act evolved into a revered national myth, reflecting the complexities of honor and morality.

March 14, 1991. The Birmingham Six have been in prison for 16 years. Each of these six Irishmen was found guilty of 21 counts of murder back in 1975 – held responsible for bombs detonated at two popular pubs in Birmingham, England. They were accused of being part of an IRA terror campaign, but have maintained their innocence since the moment they were arrested. It turns out... they were telling the truth.Today, the Birmingham Six will be set free. How were they imprisoned for a crime they never committed? And why have the actual bombers never been brought to justice?Special thanks to Ed Barlow, producer at the BBC and creator of the podcast series In Detail: The Pub Bombings. To stay updated: historythisweekpodcast.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

College holds a mythic place in American culture, but behind the polished campus tours and glossy brochures lies a far more complicated reality. Each episode of Campus Files uncovers a new story that rocked a college or university. Consider this your unofficial campus tour. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this engaging discussion, guests Satya Doyle Byock, a Jungian psychotherapist and author, and George Makari, a psychiatrist and historian, delve into the complex relationship between Freud and Jung. They explore their groundbreaking meeting in 1907, revealing how their theories about the unconscious shaped modern psychology. The conversation highlights the tensions that emerged over differing views on dreams and the collective unconscious, illuminating how their once strong friendship crumbled under philosophical disagreements.