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History What If Podcast

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Jan 20, 2020 • 28min

What If Martin Luther King Was Not Assassinated

What if Martin Luther King Jr. was not assassinated? PUG and the Doctor explore an alternate timeline where King survives and continues his pursuit of civil rights and human rights. They discuss the impact on American society, King's support for Robert F. Kennedy and his potential presidency, and the director of the FBI's attempt to tarnish King's legacy. They also explore the impact of King's highly publicized period on his movement, including the lack of support for his free education bill and the consequences of Kennedy losing the 1972 election.
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Jan 13, 2020 • 32min

What If The United States and UK Did Not Orchestrate The 1953 Iranian coup d'état

The 1953 Iranian coup d'état was the overthrow of the democratically elected Prime Minister Mohammad Mosaddegh in favor of strengthening the monarchical rule of Mohammad Reza Pahlavi on 19 August 1953, orchestrated by the United States (under Operation Ajax) and the United Kingdom (under Operation Boot). It was the first covert action of the United States to overthrow a foreign government during peacetime. Some say this action caused the 1979 Iranian Islamic Revolution. What If the coup never happened? How would Iran look in the 1950s and 60s? How would the Middle East look? Would the 1979 revolution still happen? Listen today to find out.Watch the documentary An Iranian Odyssey: Mossadegh, Oil, and the 1953 CIA CoupFind out more about History's What If PodcastWebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitter 
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Jan 6, 2020 • 3min

What If We Did A Teaser For Season 3 (New Season Coming January 13th 2020)

Happy New Year!!!!  PUG and The Doctor are taking a break this week as were prepare for our new season coming January 13th.  Here is a quick tease on a few what ifs we will discuss during Season 3!Find out more about History's What If PodcastWebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitter 
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Dec 30, 2019 • 29min

PUG Predicts 20 Events For 2020

The Doctor,  Phillip Reese, was able to give PUG an update for Christmas.  With this update, PUG is going to predict 20 events that will happen in the year 2020 ranging from politics, pop culture, sports and other world changing events.Find out more about History's What If PodcastWebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitter 
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Dec 23, 2019 • 19min

What If The Great Depression Ended Christmas In America

The Great Depression began with the stock market crash of 1929 and was made worse by the 1930s Dust Bowl. President Franklin D. Roosevelt responded to the economic calamity with programs known as the New Deal.  What if the Great Depression also ended Christmas as we know it in America?  No  trees, no lights, no gift.....just another day in December. Does another day take the place of this gift giving day?  Listen today to find out!Find out more about History's What If PodcastWebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitter
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Dec 16, 2019 • 39min

What If Star Wars Flopped in 1977

The original Star Wars,  created by George Lucas,  became a worldwide pop-culture phenomenon. The franchise has been expanded into various films and other media, including television series, video games, novels, comic books, theme park attractions and themed areas, comprising an all-encompassing fictional universe. The franchise holds a Guinness World Records title for the "Most successful film merchandising franchise."  But what if that 1977 movie flopped?  How would that impact stars Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford and  Carrie Fisher?  What about George Lucas?  Let's not forget about Hollywood.....this week, PUG and the Dr.  are joined by Mary Nguyen and Adam Macias of In A World Podcast to discuss this what if. Find out more about In A World Podcast In a World is a podcast where the host, Mary Nguyen, and her guest dissect a box office bombed film. They also pitch how they would've fixed the film to make it a hit the film should've been.WebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitter Find out more about History's What If PodcastWebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitter 
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Dec 9, 2019 • 25min

What If Al Gore Won The 2000 American Presidential Election

Explore the hypothetical scenario of Al Gore winning the 2000 presidential election, including the tight race, events on election night, and controversy. Delve into an alternate timeline with a runoff election and the intense environment. Discuss the potential impact of Al Gore's presidency, including the absence of 9/11 and its effects on American society. Learn about the achievements and challenges faced by the first woman president of the United States.
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Dec 2, 2019 • 27min

What If President Trump Was Assassinated in 2017

In this parallel universe PUG created, President Donald Trump is assassinated on November 22, 2017.  Who was the assassin?  What was the motive?  How did the nation react? What actions did Pence take once President? Listen today and find out!Find out more about History's What If PodcastWebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitter
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Nov 25, 2019 • 24min

What If Black Friday Became A Day To Purge

During this episode, The Doctor Phillip Reese and PUG explores a parallel universe where after the day of giving thanks, the public takes to the street to purge.  What was the cause that started this tradition they call Black Friday?  What are the rules, if any?  How long does it last?  Download today to find out.Find out more about History's What If PodcastWebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitter
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Nov 18, 2019 • 31min

What If America and Germany Were Allies During World War II

Exploring the hypothetical scenario of America and Germany as allies during World War II. Discussing the impact on history, the continuation of Prohibition and rise of the mafia in America. Exploring the consequences of hate speech and discrimination in a parallel timeline. Delving into the events leading up to the war, the involvement of various countries, and the ultimate victory of the Nazi Empire in Europe.

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