Why We Fight ~ 1944 Why We Fight ~ 1943: Introduction
Jan 29, 2023
Sasha, known as the 'Mother of Tanks,' unveils an exciting new series that aims to explore the stories of 1943 in a multifaceted way. Listeners will gain insights into plans for guest experts and diverse topics ranging from naval history to race issues. The podcast aims to enrich its content through video presentations and detailed narratives, focusing on events like the Casablanca Conference and Operation Husky. With a commitment to making history relevant today, Sasha’s approach promises engaging, human stories alongside military analysis.
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Early Podcast Start And Pause
- Sasha recounts starting a podcast during her Building an American Army series but stopping after recording only the introduction due to job changes and deployments.
- She resumed planning after joining the Combined Arms Center and mapped out a full year for the new Why We Fight series.
Yearlong Focus On 1943
- Sasha named the series Why We Fight after the Frank Capra War Department films and is focusing on the year 1943 for historical depth.
- She plans a measured, day-by-day approach to appreciate how events built toward major outcomes.
Repurpose Threads Into Multimedia
- Post consistently across platforms: Twitter threads twice weekly and daily-ish Facebook posts to reach different audiences.
- Convert Twitter threads into PowerPoint narrated videos and upload them to YouTube to reuse content effectively.