

Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars
Shawn Warswick
Empire, Republic & Shadow Wars connects the battles you know to the battles you’re not supposed to notice. I’m Shawn—teacher and historian (B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. coursework in U.S. military history & empire). You’ll still get cinematic arcs on the Pacific War and Vietnam—and we’ll dive into the shadow wars: the war on terror, the war on drugs, covert finance, BCCI, and alleged/Documented intersections of intelligence services and the drug trade. We follow the paper trails, declassified files, and institutional incentives that move power.
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May 23, 2023 • 22min
Bonus Author Interview: Craig Nelson
Send us a textWe have a special treat today. Historian Craig Nelson has a new book coming out on May 23. V is for Victory: Franklin Roosevelt's American Revolution and the Triumph of World War II. I think this is a great book for listeners who are fans of WWII (or even if your aren't). I don't agree with everything the author states (his take on FDR's New Deal is one), but overall the book is well written and quite enjoyable.Follow the link to have your copy delivered via Amazon and help support the show. https://amzn.to/3pqwxELSupport the show

May 4, 2023 • 29min
4.32 WWII in China part 1
Send us a textLast episode we spent our time looking at the final aspect of Guadalcanal and that was the naval battles that took place in November 1942. It’s been a while since we discussed China, but I don’t want us to forget that aspect of the war, so we will spend several episodes talking about what was the Second Sino Japanese War. Now before I confuse anyone, let me remind you that yes, we did two episode on that conflict this season: episode 5 and 9. However, we left off with December 1941. So what’s been going on since then? I think it’s time we found out!Support the show

Apr 3, 2023 • 21min
4.31 The Naval Battle of Guadalcanal
Send us a textToday we wrap up our look at Guadalcanal by discussing the naval battle that took place in and around the waters of that island. Enjoy. Support the show

Feb 16, 2023 • 19min
4.30 The Santa Cruz Islands
Send us a textToday we delve into the Battle of the Santa Cruz Islands and a few other issues as we FINALLY leave the Battle of Guadalcanal. Support the show

Jan 17, 2023 • 42min
Bonus episode: Interview with author Kathy Joseph
Send us a textToday we have one more interview (last for a while). This is author Kathy Joseph, author of the book The Lightning Tamers. It's one of my favorite books of the last few years and I think you will love it as well. Get your copy here. Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Jan 13, 2023 • 31min
4.29 Guadalcanal part 5
Send us a textToday we finally get to the worst fighting (or some of the worst) on the 'canal. Enjoy!Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Jan 2, 2023 • 27min
Bonus Interview: Author Debra Yates
Send us a textHere is an interview episode with author Debra Yates, the author of "Woman of Many Names" a book about her 7th great grandmother. EnjoSupport the show

Dec 12, 2022 • 32min
Bonus Episode: Interview with historian Matthew Delmont
Send us a textThe last in our series of bonus author interviews features historian Matthew Delmont of Dartmouth. In this episode we discuss his latest book which deals with African Americans and World War II titled Half American: The Epic Story of African Americans Fighting World War II at Home and Abroad. This is another fine work of history and I think it's another book you really should add to your collection. Check it out at the link below. Half AmericanThis episode is sponsored by the Grey History podcast. Check them out here:GreyHistorySupport the show

Dec 5, 2022 • 36min
Bonus Episode: Interview with author Alexander Rose
Send us a textToday we have a special treat, an interview with Author Alexander Rose about his just released book, The Lion and the Fox. This is a true story about two spies during the Civil War, and it's one you won't be able to put down. Grab a copy for yourself or the history buff in your life (it is Christmas!) and I assure you, you will thank me later. Follow the link below. The Lion and the FoxThis episode is sponsored by the Grey History podcast. Check them out here:GreyHistorySupport the show

Nov 28, 2022 • 39min
Bonus Episode: Author William Inboden
Send us a textToday we have a very special bonus episode featuring scholar William Inboden, the author of a fantastic new book on Ronald Reagan and his foreign policy. There has not been a comprehensive survey (believe it or not) of this subject until now. This fantastic new book is available now, so after you hear the interview, click on the link below. This book is not to be missed!The PeacemakerThis episode is sponsored by the Grey History podcast. Check them out here:GreyHistorySupport the show


