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501. Putin's History Lesson and the Kupiansk Pipelines

In this episode of Battleground Ukraine, hosts Saul David and Roger Moorhouse break down the latest developments in the war, the complexities of international diplomacy, and critical frontline updates. The episode begins by analysing the recent 90-minute phone call between Finnis ... Show more

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500. Empire of Ashes: The Final Months of the Pacific War and Today's Nuclear Risks

In this episode of Battleground, host Saul David is joined by acclaimed historian and Pulitzer Prize finalist James M. Scott to discuss his brilliant new book, Empire of Ashes: Truman, Hirohito, and the Descent into Total War. Completing his gripping decade-long trilogy on the Am ... Show more

. 38min 31sec

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