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Hardcore Stories
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Hardcore Stories is a history podcast where the past is stripped of polish and told the way it actually happened. Each episode dives deep into the most intense, controversial, and world-shaping moments in history, from brutal wars and political power struggles to forgotten figures and decisions that changed everything. This show goes beyond surface-level timelines to explore the human cost, moral gray areas, and unintended consequences behind historical events. Expect immersive storytelling, sharp analysis, and narratives that feel alive.
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Stalin Mastered Betrayal Behind Closed Doors
1w ago00:04:05Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we analyze how Stalin encouraged cooperation before striking. In this episode, we reveal how betrayal became standard practice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Life Under Stalin’s Terror State
1w ago00:04:48Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we describe how ordinary citizens were affected by purges and forced labor. In this episode, we explain how survival depended on silence and compliance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →France Defeated, Germany Unified
2w ago00:04:39Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we explore how France’s loss directly enabled German unification. In this episode, we connect military defeat to lasting shifts in European power. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →From Revolution to Rule: Lenin 1917
2w ago00:04:14Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we explore how a grassroots revolt evolved into centralized Bolshevik authority. We break down the turning points that sealed Lenin’s dominance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →How War Forged the German Empire
2w ago00:05:00Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we explore how warfare directly led to the proclamation of the German Empire. In this episode, we explain why victory over France sealed unification. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Gulf War 1991: How the US Won in 100 Hours
2w ago00:09:15Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we explore the astonishingly swift victory of the United States in the 1991 Gulf War. We break down the key strategies and events that led to such a decisive outcome in a mere 100 hours of ground combat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →How Russia’s Monarchy Fell Instantly
2w ago00:04:46Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we discuss how Russia transitioned from monarchy to chaos at shocking speed. We examine the structural weaknesses that made the collapse inevitable. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →How Saddam Seized Power Through Brutal Purges
2w ago00:09:12Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we unpack the ruthless strategies employed by Saddam Hussein to consolidate his authority within Iraq. We explore the series of brutal purges that eliminated his political rivals and solidified his grip on power. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Why the Ottomans Couldn’t Stop the Revolt
2w ago00:03:46Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we analyze the strategic mistakes that left the Ottoman Empire vulnerable to rebellion. In this episode, we show how internal strain and external pressure collided. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Prussia’s Obsession With Military Strength
2w ago00:04:54Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we explore why military power became Prussia’s top national priority. In this episode, we explain how this obsession shaped its politics and society. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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