Turning Points History Podcast
1) Thomas Hobbs
How did the world become modern? Thomas Hobbs is a titan of Political theory. Join me as we explore how he helped shape the world we live in today.
2) Episode 19: Vanity Fair in Vienna Part 4
Can one of Europes greatest alliances withstand one of its greatest conquerors? Can the decidence and self-interests of kings and ministers, being a lasting and meaningful peace? Find out on this four...Show More
3) The Lessons of Ordinary Men
How do the most ordinary of men become willing, efficient and vicious killers? More importantly, what do they have in common with you? This is by far the darkest episode I have done to date, but it is...Show More
4) Vanity Fair in Vienna Part 3
How do committed allies go from being united in a common cause to the brink of warfare in 90 days? Find out on this third installment of the Vanity Fair in Vienna. Remember to subscribe, rate, and rev...Show More
5) A World Restored and Henry Kissinger (Bonus)
Take a peek into the soul of one of the 20th centuries most influential and controversial statesman. Henry Kissinger wrote A World Restored in 1954 as his okm thesis at Harvard. His goal...to answer t...Show More
6) Alexander I (Bonus)
Emperor Alexander I of Russian was considered the most romantic and melodramatic ruler in an age known for its melodrama and romance. He was a man raised and educated in the ideals of the Enlightenmen...Show More
7) Vanity Fair in Vienna Part 2
What does a card game with the fate of Europe look like? This is episode exams how Napoleon was outmaneuvered by the Austria Foreign Minister, Count Metternich. The question is, can Metternich avoid t...Show More
8) Vanity Fair in Vienna Part 1
What if I told you the modern world was born in dinning room, ballroom and of course the bedrooms or one of the greatest city in Europe. This is a love story, one of histories greatest love stories, b...Show More
9) Magna Carta Part 4
John and his Barrons meet in a field outside of London to hammer out a peace treaty. Join us as we complete the origin story one of Histories most famous documents.
10) Magna Carta Part 3
With a cruel mastery of his kingdom, King John of England sets his sights to France and the prospect of reclaiming his ancestral homeland. But when he fails he will have to answer of the last 10 years...Show More