Bro History
Bro History
Bro 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?
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Oct 25, 2018 • 59min
A Trillion Dollar Disaster: The F-35 Joint Strike Fighter
WARNING - THIS PLANE WILL RIP YOUR HEAD OFF. The F-35 Joint Strike Fighter is the most expensive military project in the history of the United States. However, the error-ridden Fifth-generation fighter has been the subject of much debate. Despite reports of planes falling from they sky and helmets ripping pilots heads off, the F-35 still seems to be in demand.Today we discuss the pro’s and con’s of the F-35 and take a look at how Lockheed Martin created a military project that is “too big to fail”.Join us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/brohistory#27 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 24, 2000 • 1h 26min
Iran Contra Affair explained
Iran-Contra was more than just a political scandal—it linked CIA-backed drug trafficking, secret arms deals to Iran, and a bloody civil war in Nicaragua. We break down how the Reagan administration funneled weapons to Tehran and used the profits to fund brutal contras, all while crack cocaine tore through U.S. cities. Journalist Gary Webb exposed the CIA’s ties to Freeway Ricky Ross, only to be destroyed by the media—until it all turned out to be true. How did America’s Cold War paranoia create a perfect storm of corruption, chaos, and cover-ups? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
