Behind the Bastards
Cool Zone Media and iHeartPodcasts
There’s a reason the History Channel has produced hundreds of documentaries about Hitler but only a few about Dwight D. Eisenhower. Bad guys (and gals) are eternally fascinating. Behind the Bastards dives in past the Cliffs Notes of the worst humans in history and exposes the bizarre realities of their lives. Listeners will learn about the young adult novels that helped Hitler form his monstrous ideology, the founder of Blackwater’s insane quest to build his own Air Force, the bizarre lives of the sons and daughters of dictators and Saddam Hussein’s side career as a trashy romance novelist.
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Jul 5, 2024 • 1h 58min
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The podcast discusses recent political debates, analysis of debate performances, speculation on future presidential candidates, humorous discussions on Trump and border machines, exploration of sea urchins and their significance, impacts of climate change on sea urchins, and comparisons of recent coups in history.
Jul 2, 2024 • 1h 9min
The July 4th Terrible Right Wing Novel Spectacular
Hosts discuss cult leaders, admiring John Waters, and quiz on Gen Z. Novel 'Operation Night Watch' by financial advisor Al Jones features racist themes. Backstories, crimes, and critique of writing style in a thrilling narrative. Intense scenes of injuries, emergency care, Cuban cigars, military hypocrisy, and Oval Office tensions. Plot developments include true crime podcasts and upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics.
Jun 29, 2024 • 2h 52min
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The podcast covers topics such as strategies of resistance in the African diaspora, challenges in immigration court proceedings, for-profit detention centers, expedited removal implications, and creating welcoming environments for immigrants. It also delves into protests, finance bill controversies in Kenya, election predictions, independent voter impact, poorly animated satirical comedy critique, and content creation challenges in comedy shows.
Jun 27, 2024 • 1h 7min
Part Two: How Avery Brundage Gave Hitler an Olympics
The podcast delves into the controversial actions of Avery Brundage and the Olympic Committee, highlighting the challenges faced by Jewish athletes during the Nazi era. It explores the resistance to boycotting the Nazi Olympics, Brundage's trip to Germany, and his questionable defense of Hitler. The narrative also touches on Jesse Owens' boycott dilemma and the manipulation of sports for political agendas.
Jun 25, 2024 • 1h 2min
Part One: How Avery Brundage Gave Hitler an Olympics
Professional Olympics nerd, Matt Lieb, discusses Avery Brundage's controversial role in the 1936 Berlin Olympics. Topics include the evolution of the modern Olympics, ancient Greek origins, amateurism in sports, risks of data breaches, financial struggles, mistreatment of athletes, and the complexities of navigating political ideologies within the games.
Jun 22, 2024 • 2h 50min
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The podcast delves into Supreme Court news and legal arguments, discusses the joy of small gardens, explores manure and composting benefits, and provides insights on sustainable gardening practices. It also covers annual vs. perennial plant distinctions, gardening tips for pest management, and legal complexities in threat cases. Additionally, it explores war crimes, accountability, and the prosecution at The Hague.
Jun 20, 2024 • 1h 17min
Part Two: How the British Empire and U.S. Department of Defense Murdered an Island Paradise
The podcast discusses the forced removal of Chagosians by the British Empire and U.S. Department of Defense, the cruel actions of authorities during the depopulation of Diego Garcia, and the similarities between the Galactic Empire and the US military. It also explores the dark history of the Chagos Islands, the infamous dog genocide, and legal battles for the Chagossians' right to return.
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Jun 18, 2024 • 1h 3min
Part One: How the British Empire and U.S. Department of Defense Murdered an Island Paradise
Historian and podcaster Andrew Ti discusses the dark history of the Chagos Islands, exposing the British Empire and U.S. Department of Defense's exploitation for military purposes. The podcast unveils the colonial devastation, strategic importance, and sinister motives behind the actions that wiped out an island paradise founded by former slaves.
Jun 15, 2024 • 2h 59min
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Exploring historical riots, including MLK riots and Omaha police brutality. Delving into the impact of MLK's assassination on civil unrest. Analyzing misinformation surrounding transgender individuals in mass shootings. Highlighting ongoing abuses in Israeli prisons and failed peace negotiations in Reze. Exploring the complexities of peace negotiations and governance in Gaza.
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Jun 13, 2024 • 1h 10min
Part Four: Thomas Jefferson: King of Hypocrites
The podcast delves into Thomas Jefferson's controversial legacy, highlighting his use of child slavery to power a smart home at Monticello. It explores Jefferson's financial struggles, hypocrisy as a slave owner, and contradictory beliefs on slavery and emancipation.
