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Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars

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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.

Location:

United States

Description:

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.

Language:

English

Contact:

9154331600


Episodes
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State of the Podcast 2025

12/3/2025
Send us a text Today we talk about the state of the show and what's coming. Support the show

Duration:00:12:55

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State of the Podcast

11/30/2025
Send us a text Just an update about a change or two and where we are headed. Support the show

Duration:00:12:55

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5.05 The Long March

11/17/2025
Send us a text Over the past four episodes, we've traced how American political discourse became weaponized, how both parties learned to delegitimize elections, how political violence gets selectively remembered, and how two incompatible constitutional orders came to govern American life simultaneously. Today we're exploring how this transformation happened—not just through laws and court decisions, but through a systematic ideological takeover of American institutions. Support the show

Duration:00:39:39

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5.4 The Two Constitutions

11/13/2025
Send us a text Civil rights vs. civil liberties—what happens when rights collide? Today we discuss. Leadership Parenting- Resilient Moms Raise Resilient Kids Leigh Germann helps moms feel calm, confident, and raise resilient kids Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the show

Duration:00:54:47

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5.3 Fiery But Mostly Forgotten

10/27/2025
Send us a text Over the past two episodes, we've traced how American political discourse became weaponized decades before Trump, and how both parties learned to delegitimize elections they don't win. Today we're examining something even more fundamental: how Americans think about political violence. The story we tell ourselves about political violence in America goes something like this: We're a peaceful democracy where political disagreements are settled through debate and voting, not riots and bloodshed. When violence does occur, it's an aberration—a breakdown of our democratic norms that shocks the conscience and brings the country together in condemnation. This is another fairy tale. Support the show

Duration:00:41:26

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5.2 Selected Not Elected

9/29/2025
Send us a text Today we dive into the election of 2000. This is when both parties learned to delegitimize elections they don't win. Support the show

Duration:01:04:38

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5.1 The Great Unraveling

9/21/2025
Send us a text We interrupt season 4 to bring you a special mini series (never fear I already have several WWII episodes written and one is already recorded). This series is based on the events of September 10, 2025, and the aftermath of that day. The purpose is to look into how the US got to this point and hopefully find a way for us to get out of it. I hope you all find it informative. The Dom Sub Living BDSM and Kink Podcast Curious about Dominance & submission? Real stories, real fun, really kinky. Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the show

Duration:00:31:22

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4.36 The Track of Ghosts

8/24/2025
Send us a text This is the American History Podcast, Season 4, Episode 37. I'm your host, Shawn, and welcome to "The Track of Ghosts" - the second of four episodes on the New Guinea Campaign. Questions: email shawnwarswick@gmail.com The Education News Comedy Quiz -- Some of the Above Play along with guest contestants from the education world. Laugh some & learn some... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the show

Duration:00:27:32

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4.35 "Into the Green Hell" The New Guinea Campaign part 1

8/18/2025
Send us a text Guess who's back? Yep. We have a new WWII episode. I wasn't sure this day would arrive, but it has. In this episode we begin a four part look at one of the forgotten aspects of WWII in the Pacific. The Education News Comedy Quiz -- Some of the Above Play along with guest contestants from the education world. Laugh some & learn some... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the show

Duration:00:30:38

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Interview: Samuel Marquis

7/12/2025
Send us a text Today we have a special treat. Author Samuel Marquis joins the show to discuss his latest book, "Captain Kidd: A True Story of Treasure and Betrayal." This is a fantastic book, and one I know you'll love. You can purchase it on Amazon or at your local bookseller, including Barnes and Noble. FAMILY HISTORY DRAMA : Unbelievable True Stories Whether it’s great lives or great tragedies, or just showing up for the adventure,... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the show

Duration:00:35:03

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Bonus Episode: 1983 Part 2

4/21/2025
Send us a text We are getting close to the conclusion of the series. Support the show

Duration:00:30:08

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Bonus Episode: 1983 Part 1

2/22/2025
Send us a text Finally we delve into the events of the year 1983. Courtroom Confidential The true crime podcast where headline-making trials meet expert legal analysis. Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the show

Duration:00:28:20

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Bonus: 1983: The Year the World Almost Ended: American Decline to American Resurgence

2/20/2025
Send us a text title says it all. In the 1970s it seemed like the United States was on the decline, but the story wasn't over. Support the show

Duration:00:22:42

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Bonus Episode: 1983: the Year the World Almost Ended: Ronald Reagan

2/20/2025
Send us a text Ronald Reagan The Silver King's War The Silver King's War is a series of World War II plays (The Silver King, Marauder Men,... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the show

Duration:00:24:19

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Bonus Episode: 1983, the Year the World Almost Ended: Jimmy Carter and the Cold War

2/19/2025
Send us a text We continue with Jimmy Carter and the Cold War. Support the show

Duration:00:21:31

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Bonus Episode: 1983 The Year the World Almost Ended: The Soviet Union in WWII

2/11/2025
Send us a text The title sort of says it all. Enjoy Perspectacles Podcast Contemplative Edu-tainment for Change Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the show

Duration:00:31:23

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Bonus: 1983: The Year the World Almost Ended: The Workers State 2

1/30/2025
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Duration:00:24:56

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Bonus: 1983, the Year the World Almost Ended: The Workers State 1

1/30/2025
Send us a text Welcome back to 1983: The Year the World Almost Ended. In this episode, or miniseries of episodes within the main series, I want to take a look at the Worker’s state, specifically the Soviet Union, but also some of the “workers paradises” that were built in Eastern Europe in the aftermath of World War II. Support the show

Duration:00:21:45

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Bonus: 1983: The Year the World Almost Ended: The Cold War in the 1960s

1/30/2025
Send us a text This bonus episode covers the Cold War in the 1960s Boomers, Bucks, and Bling Podcast Unlock the secrets to financial success with the Boomers, Bucks, and Bling... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the show

Duration:00:39:49

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Bonus Episode: The Cold War in the 1970s

1/22/2025
Send us a text Another bonus episode from our now discontinued Patreon. Enjoy ☀️ Awaken Your Inner Sun ☀️ Through Stories of Wisdom 🦉 Discover timeless wisdom stories that inspire transformation and your personal development Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the show

Duration:01:02:03