Bro History
Politikk og nyheterSamfunnHistorieBro History delivers an unapologetic and humorous take on history, geopolitics, and international news. Every week you will receive multiple hours of foreign policy & history-themed content that is thought-provoking, politically incorrect and educational. Bro History covers topics ranging from WW1, to the Russian Revolution, to modern geopolitics. Bro History is not just a podcast, but a secret society of special friends! Will you listen to Bro History, or will Bro History listen to you?
Siste episoder av Bro History podcast
- Trump's 20-point plan for peace in Gaza (01:05:14)
Trump has unveiled a 20-point Gaza Peace Plan alongside Netanyahu — but will it actually lead to peace, or is it just political theater? In this segment from Bro History, Henry and Danny break down the key points: Hostage swaps, prisoner releases, and conditional amnesty for Hamas members The role of a transitional governance board chaired by Trump himself (yes, really) A promise of no forced displacement and a “pathway to self-determination” Aid surges, reconstruction, and Gulf investment in Gaza Netanyahu’s double messaging — supportive in English, but flatly rejecting Palestinian statehood in Hebrew We also discuss whether Hamas or Israel could ever realistically agree to this, the parallels to Puerto Rico’s unelected financial oversight board, and what Gaza’s reconstruction might actually look like. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:21 Background Context and Initial Reactions 00:40 Detailed Breakdown of the Gaza Peace Plan 04:24 Discussion on De-radicalization and Redevelopment 07:55 Hostage Release and Prisoner Exchange 16:48 Governance and Transitional Authority 22:37 Financial Oversight and Investment Concerns 29:17 Economic Development Plan for Gaza 31:12 Challenges of Rebuilding Gaza 34:22 International Investment and Political Dynamics 44:18 Hamas and Governance Issues 50:52 Interfaith Dialogue and Peace Efforts 55:41 Prospects for Palestinian Statehood 01:01:41 Conclusion and Final Thoughts #GazaPeacePlan #Trump #IsraelPalestine #Netanyahu #GazaWar #MiddleEastPolitics #Palestine #Israel #PeaceProcess #BroHistoryPodcast Links to our other stuff on the interwebs: https://www.youtube.com/@BroHistory https://brohistory.substack.com/ #337 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Charlie Kirk: What we know so far (01:45:17)
Charlie Kirk’s assassination shook the entire political world. On today's episode, we upack what we know so far: the shocking footage, personal reactions, conspiracy theories pointing fingers at Israel, Russia, Antifa, and beyond — plus what we’re learning about the alleged shooter, Tyler Robinson. We also examine the FBI’s controversial handling of the case, the rumored “destroyed note,” and how media narratives are shaping public opinion. Timestamps: 00:00 – Processing the shock of Kirk’s assassination 02:00 – Why even critics felt grief 05:30 – Kirk’s political force & Turning Point USA’s role 10:30 – The conspiracy theories: Israel, Zionist donors & motive 18:00 – Was Kirk turning against Israel? Or strengthening ties? 26:00 – Zoomers, youth politics & Israel skepticism 30:00 – National Review, conservative circles, and “grooming” politics 44:00 – Theories about Robinson, his Discord chats, and bullet inscriptions 55:00 – Ken Klippenstein’s report: who was Robinson really? 1:25:00 – The “destroyed note” & FBI Director Cash Patel’s shaky claims 1:40:00 – Why sloppy FBI work could blow up the case 1:42:00 – Final reflections: skepticism, empathy, and the need for truth Links to our other stuff on the interwebs: https://www.youtube.com/@BroHistory https://brohistory.substack.com/ #336 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 200,000 Displaced Overnight: The Forgotten War of 2025 (01:11:51)
While the world watched other conflicts, Thailand and Cambodia went to war in July 2025. In just days, over 200,000 civilians were displaced, temples were bombed, soap operas were banned, and accusations of chemical weapons and war crimes were thrown around. Yet coverage in the West was almost nonexistent. In this episode of Bro History, we break down how an ancient temple, nationalist politics, and decades-old colonial borders triggered a five-day modern war — complete with fighter jets, landmines, propaganda battles, and a fragile ceasefire that solved nothing. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Two Governments, One Border Clash 01:41 Thailand vs. Cambodia: The Forgotten War 09:00 The Emerald Triangle Ignites 12:00 Ancient Temple, Modern Dispute 18:00 2008–2011: The Prequel War 26:00 Leaked Calls & Political Chaos 33:00 July 24: War Breaks Out 41:00 Propaganda, Fog of War, and War Crimes 52:00 Trump the “Peacemaker” & Ceasefire Talks 59:00 Why This Conflict Isn’t Over Links to our other stuff on the interwebs: https://www.youtube.com/@BroHistory https://brohistory.substack.com/ #335 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Hitler Pond - How Germans Became Americas Largest Ethnic Group (01:12:43)
Yes, there’s a real place in Ohio called Hitler Pond — and no, it’s not what you think. On today's episode, we dive deep into the strange but true story of the Ohio Hitlers — a German-American pioneer family with zero connection to the Nazis — and how World War I triggered one of the ugliest backlashes against immigrants in U.S. history. From lynchings in the name of “patriotism” to German language bans and Beethoven getting canceled, we explore the dark side of American nativism and what it reveals about identity, propaganda, and assimilation. We even trace how these events may have influenced Adolf Hitler’s obsession with race, immigration, and “living space.” Links to our other stuff on the interwebs: https://www.youtube.com/@BroHistory https://brohistory.substack.com/ #334 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Could Israel really strike Pakistan’s nuclear program? (01:22:03)
In this episode, we explore one of the wildest what-if scenarios in modern geopolitics: a potential Israeli preemptive attack on Pakistan’s nuclear facilities. We dig into what such an operation would require, why it’s almost certainly a fantasy, and what the fallout could look like if it ever happened. We also unpack Israel’s past preemptive strikes on Iraq (1981) and Syria (2007), the logic of nuclear deterrence, covert sabotage efforts, Indo-Israeli security ties, and why this bizarre scenario keeps popping up in strategic circles. Links to our other stuff on the interwebs: https://www.youtube.com/@BroHistory https://brohistory.substack.com/ #333 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Assassination of Shinzo Abe (01:17:39)
Japan’s former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was assassinated in broad daylight with a homemade shotgun. But the real story? It wasn’t political extremism. It was personal. In this episode, we break down how Japan’s most influential modern leader was killed by a man with a vendetta against a powerful religious group—the Unification Church. We explore Japan’s eerie history of political assassinations, the cult's strange ties to government, and how loneliness and disillusionment are reshaping modern societies. This is the wildest story you've never heard—all 100% true. Links to our other stuff on the interwebs: https://www.youtube.com/@BroHistory https://brohistory.substack.com/ #332 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Iran & Israel - What's Next? (01:11:05)
In this episode of Bro History, Jose Nino joins us to chat about the precarious state of Middle East geopolitics. We discuss the Israeli and US decapitation strategy towards Iran, the ensuing missile exchanges, and the surprising ceasefire. Also, we take on the Trump administration's approach, the potential repercussions on Israel's political landscape, and the broader implications for US military and foreign policy. Links to our other stuff on the interwebs: https://www.youtube.com/@BroHistory https://brohistory.substack.com/ #331 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Iran-Israel War with Joseph Solis-Mullen (02:32:18)
On today's episode, our friend Joseph Solis-Mullen joins us to discuss the ongoing war between Israel and Iran. Joe makes the case that a nuclear armed Iran could be better for the US than you might think. From there, we cover way too much to put in a description, so have a listen and find out for yourself. Joe's recent article: https://libertarianinstitute.org/articles/a-nuclear-iran-isnt-americas-problem/ Links to our other stuff on the interwebs: https://www.youtube.com/@BroHistory https://brohistory.substack.com/ #330 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Greek-Turkish Population Swap (01:26:28)
On today's episode, we discuss one of the most overlooked turning points of the 20th century, Greece and Turkey agreed to swap over 1.5 million people—Christians for Muslims—in what became the first large-scale, state-sanctioned population exchange. Also, marble skulls, Balkan giants, and why Americans are the loudest tourists on Earth. Links to our other stuff on the interwebs: https://www.youtube.com/@BroHistory https://brohistory.substack.com/ #329 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Hitler's Jewish Soldiers (01:23:37)
On today’s episode, we unpack the wild true story of Erhard Milch — the Luftwaffe mastermind with Jewish blood — and the messy reality behind Nazi racial laws. From forged paternity claims to exemptions signed by Hitler himself, we explore how ideology bent under the weight of war, power, and personal connections. Featuring field marshals, Mischlinge soldiers, and a Nazi first lady raised by a Jew, this is history at its most ironic — and unsettling. Links to our other stuff on the interwebs: https://www.youtube.com/@BroHistory https://brohistory.substack.com/ #328 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Boer Wars: South African Concentration Camps (01:50:17)
On Today's episode we wrap up our series on the Boer Wars, highlighting the British use of concentration camps on the Boers. Links to our other stuff on the interwebs: https://www.youtube.com/@BroHistory #327 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Elon Musk: The 21st Century's Most Powerful Man (01:22:42)
On today’s Episode, we continue the conversation about Elon Musk, comparing him to historical power players of the past. Less spicy than last time, but will still annoy some people lol. Links to our other stuff on the interwebs: https://www.youtube.com/@BroHistory https://brohistory.substack.com/april2025 P.S. Substack membership is on sale now through April 30th! For Just $1 per month for the first year, you'll get access to exclusive Substack only episodes and ad-free main eps! And, if you want to try before you buy, you can subscribe to a free plan now and listen to one episode of your choosing on the house. #325 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Elon Musk: Good or Bad (02:11:58)
On todays episode, we chat about Elon Musk, and debate about his merits as an entrepreneur and chief executive, and how those merits may impact his ability to influence the government through DOGE. This one is a little spicy Links to our other stuff on the interwebs: https://www.youtube.com/@BroHistory https://brohistory.substack.com/april2025 P.S. Substack membership is on sale now through April 30th! For Just $1 per month for the first year, you'll get access to exclusive Substack only episodes and ad-free main eps! And, if you want to try before you buy, you can subscribe to a free plan now and listen to one episode of your choosing on the house. #324 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Boer Wars: Diamonds and Gold (01:20:51)
On today’s episode, we dive back into the Boer Wars, focusing on the tumultuous events leading up to the conflict and the complex relationships between the British Empire and the Afrikaner settlers. We explore the origins of Afrikaner identity, the economic implications of the gold discovery in the Transvaal, and the pivotal figures like Paul Kruger and Cecil Rhodes who shaped this era. As tensions rise, we discuss the disastrous Jameson Raid and its repercussions on British-Boer relations, culminating in the declaration of war that would set the stage for one of the first modern conflicts. Join us as we unpack these historical intricacies and their lasting impact on South Africa. Links to our other stuff on the interwebs: https://www.youtube.com/@BroHistory https://brohistory.substack.com/ #323 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Attack on Titan political themes explained (01:32:59)
Attack on Titan’s political themes echo Carl Schmitt’s friend-enemy distinction and real-world nationalism. From Eldians in ghettos wearing armbands to the global reaction to the Rumbling, this anime mirrors 20th-century ethnic politics and ideological warfare. Is the show a critique of fascism—or a defense of it? We unpack the controversial symbolism, the show's moral dilemmas, and whether it's possible to watch without picking a side. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Boer Wars: The White African Tribe (01:26:27)
On today's episode, we followup on the Boer Wars, focusing on Afrikaner identity and their conflicts with the British Empire. We explore the Cape Colony, the Great Trek, and early encounters with the Zulu nation, highlighting Zulu military tactics under Shaka Zulu, highlighting significant battles like Blood River, and how these events shaped their national identity. Links to our other stuff on the interwebs: https://www.youtube.com/@BroHistory https://brohistory.substack.com/ #321 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Iraq war corruption stories (01:54:44)
The Iraq War was run by twenty people—and none of them knew what they were doing. Former State Department and Marine Corps officer Matthew Hoh joins us to reveal how U.S. reconstruction money funded militias, how corruption ran wild inside the Green Zone, and how counterinsurgency failed from day one. From $26 million in cash stashed in his bedroom to war briefings that never made it to the battlefield, this episode explains why the U.S. never had a chance. Who was really calling the shots—Cheney, Petraeus, or a bunch of 27-year-olds with Starbucks cups? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Why Syria Fell (01:47:17)
On today's episode, Jose Niño joins us to discuss the surprising developments in Syria. The conversation delves into Bashar al-Assad's flight from Syria and decision to open a medical practice in Moscow, the swift collapse of the Syrian regime, and the complex geopolitical dynamics at play. Jose offers insights into the ethnic and sectarian tensions in Syria, the role of international players like Russia, Iran, Turkey, and Israel, and the potential for future conflict. Check out Jose here: https://substack.com/@josealnino Links to our other stuff on the interwebs: https://www.youtube.com/@BroHistory https://brohistory.substack.com/ #319 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Boer Wars: Early South African History (01:11:30)
On today's episodewe explore the historical narrative of the Boers, the Dutch settlers in South Africa, and their complex interactions with indigenous tribes and the British Empire. Special guest Reginald offers his sharp, humorous critique on the Afrikaners' claim to indigenous status and the British colonial mindset. Links to our other stuff on the interwebs: https://www.youtube.com/@BroHistory https://brohistory.substack.com/ #318 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Election Aftermath (01:50:59)
On today's episode, we are joined by Joseph Sullis Mullen to discuss his recent Senate race in Michigan. We look at the election results, the dynamics of Michigan politics, and the broader implications of a strong mandate for Trump. We also talk about the national political landscape, examining the factors that influenced the election outcome and the prospects for U.S. foreign policy going forward Links to our other stuff on the interwebs: https://www.youtube.com/@BroHistory https://brohistory.substack.com/ #317 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- The Moorish Empire: Myth vs. Reality (01:17:10)
On today's episode, we welcome our new co-host, Reginald, who brings a unique perspective from across the pond. Also, We dive into a fascinating yet bizarre topic: the Moorish Sovereign Citizen Movement in the United States. We also delve into the rich history of the Moors in the Iberian Peninsula and their significant contributions to European culture and knowledge. Links to our other stuff on the interwebs: https://www.youtube.com/@BroHistory https://brohistory.substack.com/ https://www.patreon.com/brohistory #316 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Most Important Election of All Time (01:56:47)
On today''s episode, Joe Solis-Mullen joins us today to discuss his senate race in Michigan. In addition we talk about how screwed up the domestic and international situation is. Learn more about Joe and his campaign here: https://solismullen4senate.com/ Links to our other stuff on the interwebs: https://www.youtube.com/@BroHistory https://brohistory.substack.com/ https://www.patreon.com/brohistory #315 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Will Israel go to war with Lebanon? (02:01:49)
On today's Episode, our friend Matt Hoh joins us to discuss everything from the infamous pager bombings to the prospects of a wider conflict between Israel and Lebanon Support Matt on substack here: https://substack.com/@matthewhoh Links to our other stuff on the interwebs: https://www.youtube.com/@BroHistory https://brohistory.substack.com/ https://www.patreon.com/brohistory #314 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Ancient Rome: How Rome integrated conquered peoples (01:20:31)
How did Rome build an empire without destroying everything in its path? This episode unpacks the early Roman Republic’s secret weapon: a flexible system of alliances, patronage, and partial citizenship that let it dominate Italy before ever touching Carthage. We break down Rome’s bizarre founding myths, its mafia-like foreign policy, and why even conquered enemies wanted in. Did the Republic’s real power lie in its soft control, not its swords? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Can the US nuke a hurricane? (01:21:54)
The short answer is yes, but it's a terrible idea haha. On today's episode, we talk about the history of weather modification, from rain dances to cloud seeding. We go a little off the rails talking about some of the conspiracy too. https://www.patreon.com/brohistory #312 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices