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Jem talks about Vienna... the city and the song!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem looks at what we can learn from the past about the current global situation, and whether we are at the start of a third world war.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem looks into the world of alternative medicine!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem, or possible the AI that has replaced him, talks about the world of Artificial Intelligence!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Four years into Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the war has become longer than World War II lasted for Russia itself—yet the invading forces have barely taken two regions. In this sobering anniversary episode, host Jem Duducu examines why Putin's "special military operation" has stalled, what the devastating human and economic costs mean for Russia's future, and whether peace is any closer in 2026.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem talks about the Game of Thrones spinoff, 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' - and spoiler alert, he's not totally happy with it! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem actually makes a good case why we should all try watching the 1927 silent movie Napoleon!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem talks about one of editor Greg's favourite subjects, the best subject in the world, Bias!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem looks into the simply epic amount of history contained in the Billy Joel song 'We Didn't Start The Fire'.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem talks about Nuremburg, and some of the films created around the infamous trial.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem looks into the video game Expedition 33 - and La Belle Époque in France.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem is joined by Greg to look back on 10(ish) years of the podcast so far!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem rounds out his year of movies, and another year of the 'Condensed Histories Podcast', with an epic episode to cover all the films he has seen in the last part of the year!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get readt to add to your 'To Watch' list as Jem continues his journey through his year of movies!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get ready to add to your 'to watch' list (and possibly to cross a few off!) as Jem begins his rundown of his year in movies!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem takes to the dancefloor for an episode about Strictly Come Dancing!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Just when you thought it was safe to come back to the podcast...Jem talks Jaws!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem talks about the 'The Human Condition' film trilogy. You likely haven't heard of it... but you should have!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem talks about Predator: Badlands, and the Predator franchise.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem looks into, and rails against, Nationalism!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem looks into films, games, and the history of the Yakuza!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem talks about his new book, and about the HIstory of Western Movies!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem looks into Andor and rebels!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem looks into the history of Suleiman The Magnificent.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem talks about the Apple TV series, 'The Studio'.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem takes a look into the fascinating historical story of the 47 Ronin!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From the first recordings to sound effects, Jem looks at how Sound has affected history!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem talks about Spandau Ballet, and the history and incredible origins of Gold!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem looks at the true history behind King and Conqueror... and shares some thoughts!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem flies the flag for the 1970s as the best decade for movies - and explains his reasoning!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem takes on the popular culture of the entire country of Japan!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Despite the title of this episode, and the 'They Might Be Giants' song, Jem talks about the history of Istanbul AND Constantinople!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get ready to be put through your paces as Jem looks into the figure in popular culture that is the Drill Sergeant!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem looks at Korea, KPop and KPop Demon Hunters!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem looks into the relationship between Samurai, Ninja, and the movies!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem looks into the history locked up inside Alcatraz!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem looks at the history hiding behind beards!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A look at Frankie Goes To Hollywood moves into the area of Mutually Assured Destruction.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem talks about Moana and the history surrounding the film!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem tackles the history behind a huge element of popular culture in the 21st Century - The Internet!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem presents an anthology of history inspired by various pieces of pop-culture.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem looks into the history behind Michael Jackson's Thriller!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

By popular demand, Jem looks into the 'Carry On' film series!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem is joined by Erlend Hedegart, host of the 'Well That Aged Well' podcast, and Condensed Histories' producer Greg, to talk about Star Trek!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the Cardinals gather to choose a new Pope, Jem looks into the ConclaveSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In what seems likely to be our last every Warhammer episode, Jem bids thaSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem talks about the film Warfare!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week is all about Jem's new book, 'The Devil's Horsemen: A Thousand Years of Conquest by Eurasian Steppe Horse Archers'.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem looks into the Olmec Empire!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jem talks about Remakes, and how old they really are!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode Jem is talking about board games, and just how far back in time they go!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.