Best Tactical Tangents Podcasts (2024)

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169: What a Wreck: Scene Size Up 1:03:51

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Car accidents are something that are likely to touch all of us in some way or another, whether we are involved in one or manage them professionally as first responders. Not only are they exceptionally common, sometimes they are also challenging to manage well. We talk about some of the competing priorities and offer some ideas to get the emergency …

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The Battle of Orleans, 1429; Joan of Arc as Savior of France, England Turns Maritime, France's Divine Belief 31:04

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Joan of Arc, a beacon of supposed divine conviction, breathed life into a nation on the brink of collapse. Where once the French wavered under the crushing force of English dominance, her presence alone shattered their enemies' momentum. The tide of the Hundred Years' War, long a tale of French despair, now surged with newfound hope as her unyieldi…

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The Battle of Ipsus, 310 B.C. The End of Alexander's Empire, Rome's Gateway to Ascendance 22:37

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Ipsus marked the zenith of the titanic struggle between Alexander the Great’s successors, each vying to forge a vast Hellenistic empire that could unite the known world. At the center of this ambition stood Antigonus, whose towering dreams of empire crumbled in the dust of that battlefield, leaving him the last to fall short of creating the endurin…

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The Invasion of Poland, 1939, Nazi Blitzkrieg Tactics Introduced, Air Support and Armor Maneuver Warfare Doctrines Entrenched 19:43

21h ago19:43

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The Nazi onslaught against Poland ignited the flames of World War II, unleashing the terrifying force of blitzkrieg and shattering the entrenched defensive tactics of World War I. This world war marked the dawn of a brutal, fast-paced era in which speed and shock would reign supreme on the battlefield, leaving the trench warfare of the past in the …

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E115: A new Dread Pirate Roberts hits the high seas.... and also Ireland 1:32:43

1h ago1:32:43

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The time has come/has nearly come. Aidan is due to set sail for the new world. He's just been on a trip to Fairhead in Ireland so we also chat a bit about that. If you're enjoying the podcast and would like to support us: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=70353823 Support the showBy Sam Prior & Aidan Roberts

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The Battle of Atlanta, 1864, and March to the Sea - 'Total War' Tactics Used Against Their Own 21:56

35m ago21:56

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The fall of Atlanta to Union forces sealed Abraham Lincoln’s fate as victor in the 1864 election, crushing any hope for George McClellan and his peace platform. With the South in retreat, the North rallied around its war president, determined to see the conflict through to its conclusion. Sherman’s subsequent March to the Sea introduced an ancient …

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The Battle of Quebec, 1759. France Loses Nearly Everything in the Western Hemisphere, Seeds of American Revolution are Sewn 27:20

1d ago27:20

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The British victory not only shattered France’s grip on Canada, solidifying Britain’s unchallenged supremacy in North America, but in its wake, it sowed additional seeds for a rebellion in its infancy. The very triumph that crowned Britain’s empire set ablaze the rising pride that led to a hunger for freedom in the American colonies, fueling a fire…

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The Battle of Alesia, 52 B.C., Besieged While Besieging, Rome Takes Gaul 25:20

6h ago25:20

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Caesar’s crushing defeat of the united Gallic tribes cemented Roman dominance over Gaul for the next five centuries, transforming the region into a cornerstone of the Empire’s might. Yet, this triumph carried a darker legacy. The immense glory and power Caesar amassed from his conquests ignited a fierce rivalry with the Roman Senate, setting him on…

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The Battle of Gaugamela, 331 BC, Alexander's Decimation of the Persian Empire, The Advent of Greek Culture and Values in to East 22:43

1h ago22:43

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With his decisive victory, Alexander shattered the Persian Empire, bringing to its knees an ancient dynasty that had once ruled from the Mediterranean to Central Asia. In its place, he flung open the gates of the East, laying bare the vast territories stretching to India, ripe for the unstoppable Macedonian war machine to sweep across in conquest. …

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The Battle of Naseby, 1645, England's Civil War, The End of Absolute Monarchs 25:41

5h ago25:41

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The long-standing rivalry between the authority of the king and the rising power of Parliament reached a provisional conclusion, with Parliament emerging victorious. This victory established the foundation of parliamentary democracy in England, a seismic shift that reverberated across the Atlantic, deeply influencing the governance of English colon…

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The Battle of Okinawa, 1945, The Staggering Butcher's Bill that Justified Atomic Warfare 26:17

24h ago26:17

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This invasion stood as the last great offensive of World War II, its staggering cost of blood and sacrifice weighing heavily on the scales, tipping the balance toward the use of atomic weapons to bring the conflict to an end. Okinawa. 1 April - 22 June, 1945. US Forces: 180,000 Men. Japanese Forces: ~ 117,000 to ~130,000 Men. Additional Reading and…

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The Battle of Prusa (Bursa), 1317-1326, The Birth of the Ottoman Empire, Christendom's Harbinger and Scourge 19:49

4d ago19:49

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The conquest of Brusa marked the dawn of a new era. Osman the first, his name now etched in the chronicles of history, and his heirs rose as the unchallenged lords of Asia Minor. With this single victory, the Ottoman Empire was born, its shadow poised to stretch across continents and reshape the fate of empires for centuries to come. Prusa (Bursa).…

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E114: Ross Fulkerson - Flow, Mindset and Prioritising adventure 1:54:31

2d ago1:54:31

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This week we were psyched to be joined by Ross Fulkerson! An exceptionally strong climber but not one that has lost sight of all other things in life. As obsessional climbers we can be guilty of letting many other experiences fall by the wayside in our relentless pursuit of ascension. Ross has not let that happen and he manages to maintain elite le…

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The Battle of Vienna, 1529, The Death Knell of the Islamic Ottoman Empire 25:28

3d ago25:28

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The Ottoman defeat at Vienna marked the zenith of their European ambitions, the point where their imperial tide reached its furthest limit. From that moment, the empire’s grip on power began a slow, irreversible decline, foreshadowing centuries of retreat and decay. Vienna. 27th September - 14th October, 1529. Austrian Forces: 16,000 soldiers and 7…

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The Battle of Poltava, 1709, Russia Destroys Sweden Becoming Europe's Dominant North-Eastern Power Player 25:52

4d ago25:52

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The crushing defeat of Sweden signaled the twilight of its imperial dominance, marking the irreversible decline of a once-great northern kingdom. In its place, Russia ascended—no longer a distant, peripheral force, but a burgeoning empire whose power now demanded the full attention of Europe. Peter’s victory at Poltava had reshaped the balance of t…

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The Battle of Ayacucho, 1824, Spain's Empire in Total Decline, Monroe Doctrine Declared 24:17

4d ago24:17

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This was the last great clash of the revolution in South America. It shattered the chains of Spanish colonial rule, sealing the fate of an empire that had once ruled unchallenged. With a final, earth-shaking battle, centuries of oppression crumbled, and the continent was forever free from the grasp of its conquerors. Ayacucho. 9th of December, 1824…

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The Battle of Mexico City, 1847, the US Secures the West to California 25:24

5d ago25:24

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The American victory shattered the Mexican government, triggering its collapse and bringing a definitive end to the war. The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, signed in 1848, cemented the terms of surrender. Through this treaty, the United States seized control of northern Mexico, gaining not just vast territories but also securing its dominance in the …

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The Battle of Tel El Kebir, 1882, British Seizure of the Suez Canal and Egypt as a "Protectorate" 25:04

6d ago25:04

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With their decisive victory, Britain didn’t just seize control of Egypt—they claimed the lifeline of empire, the Suez Canal, placing a stranglehold on the heart of global trade. From this powerful perch, British influence rippled across the Middle East like an unstoppable force, bending the region to its will for nearly a century. Only in 1956, wit…

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The Battle of Manila Bay, 1898, Spanish-American War, First Use of Concentration Camps 27:37

12d ago27:37

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Manila Bay, the final grand naval clash of the 19th century, marked the dawn of a new era as steel warships thundered across the seas for the first time. The efficacy of American naval firepower not only secured control over the Philippines for the next fifty years but also forged America’s destiny as a dominant force in the heart of Asia, forever …

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The First Battle of the Marne, 1914, WWI 24:34

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France’s triumph shattered Germany’s dreams of a lightning-fast victory, plunging both nations into the unrelenting nightmare of four agonizing years of trench warfare, where every inch of muddy ground was paid for with rivers of blood. Had the Germans been victorious, it is unlikely that the German nation would have had much interest in Hitler's r…

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E113: Michaela Kiersch - Climbing elite level boulders and routes alongside a 'proper job' and sending V14 with a broken finger 1:52:27

9d ago1:52:27

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It was a pleasure to be joined by Michaela Kiersch this week to talk about incredible achievements on rock, her recent trip to Rocklands without a full set of fingers, outing misogynistic comments on Instagram and so much more! There's some chat about retrospective grading, small gym communities and board climbing thrown in there as well. If you're…

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The Battle of Warsaw, 1920. The Communist Bolsheviks Routed 20:14

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The crushing defeat of the Red Army in Poland did more than just carve out Poland’s post-World War I borders and halt the crimson tide of communism in its tracks; it also unfurled a bloody canvas of tactics that appears to have captivated the minds of German military planners. Those same brutal, fast-moving maneuvers would be perfected and unleashe…

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The Naval Battle of Trafalgar, 1805, Napoleon's Eventual Defeat Begins. 22:14

15d ago22:14

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The thunderous victory at Trafalgar immortalized Britain as the unrivaled master of the seas, her naval dominance stretching far into the next century. Napoleon’s dream of a British Isle invasion was shattered like his fleet against the rocks, his ambitions to bring England to its knees buried beneath the waves forever. Trafalgar, Coast of Spain. 2…

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The Battle of Bouvines, 1216 AD, French Victory, English Magna Carta, Germanic Political Splintering for Six Centuries 21:48

11d ago21:48

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Philip’s triumph at Bouvines laid the cornerstone of the French nation, transforming a patchwork of feudal territories into a unified kingdom under a powerful monarchy. In stark contrast, Otto’s crushing defeat shattered the Holy Roman Empire’s cohesion, plunging Germany into a quagmire of discord and internal strife that would fester for centuries…

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168: Sniper in the Tower: 1966 Austin Clock Tower Shooting 1:05:35

12d ago1:05:35

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Back in the 1960s a former Marine took the high ground in one of the first and deadliest school shootings in American history. This watershed event was part of the discussion that brought the idea of a SWAT team to the national stage and arguably brought momentum to what some now consider to be the militarization of the police. We talk about counte…

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The Battle of Ain Jalut, 1260. Mongol Defeat in Middle East by Mamluk Forces 27:22

14d ago27:22

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The Mamluk victory decisively shattered the Mongol ambition to dominate the Middle East, safeguarding the heartlands of Islam. This triumph not only preserved the faith from being relegated back to a marginal existence in the arid deserts but also ensured its continued prosperity and influence across a vast and culturally rich region. Ain Jalut, 3r…

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The Battle of Dien Bien Phu, 1954. France's Defeat in Southeast Asia 32:31

15d ago32:31

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The downfall of French power sounded the death knell for their imperial hold over Southeast Asia, unraveling an empire and sowing the seeds of American intervention. This defeat not only closed one chapter of colonial dominion but ignited the fuse that would draw the United States into a web of conflict and alliances, forever altering the course of…

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E112: Alex Puccio - Talking rocks, comps and impending motherhood with one of the all time greats of the game 2:40:34

16d ago2:40:34

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We were excited to be joined by one of the greats this week. Alex Puccio was a staple in world cup finals for many years, and has also climbed some incredibly hard outdoor boulders. Known to be one of the strongest people on the scene we had a bunch of questions for Alex and we covered a huge amount of ground so we hope you enjoy! If you're enjoyin…

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The Battle of Rivoli, 1797; Napoleon Bonaparte's First Major Command 23:07

18d ago23:07

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The Battle of Rivoli, a decisive turning point in Napoleon’s initial Italian campaign against Austria, blazed like a firebrand through the annals of warfare. Here, Napoleon’s tactical brilliance unfolded with the precision of a master chess player, each maneuver an exquisite stroke of genius that stunned his adversaries. Rivoli not only cemented hi…

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The Battle of Saratoga, 1777, American Revolutionary War 25:46

19d ago25:46

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With this resounding victory over the Brits, American forces tightened their grip on the indispensable Hudson River Valley, the lifeblood of the colonies’ strategic defense. This decisive moment did more than just secure territory; it echoed across the Atlantic, compelling France to embrace the American cause and forge a mutual defense pact, a dari…

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The Battle of Hakata Bay, 1281 A.D. The Mongol Invasion of Japan 21:53

21d ago21:53

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The obliteration of the Mongol fleets (by the "divine wind," the "kamikaze") ensured Japan's sovereignty, safeguarding the island nation from foreign conquest. However, this triumph over the external threat did not bring peace. Instead, it ignited a fierce internal power struggle within the military government, ultimately shifting the balance of po…

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The Second Battle of Taraori, 1192 A.D. Muslim Conquest of India 18:45

22d ago18:45

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Though Islam had cast its shadow over India for centuries, it was in the wake of this monumental battle that the Islamic crescent truly ascended, establishing Muslim dominion over the land—especially in the north—where it would reign unchallenged until the twilight of the Mughal dynasty in 1857. Taraori, 1192 A.D. Muslim Afghan Forces: ~ 120,000 Hi…

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The Naval Battle of Actium, 31 B.C. 24:15

23d ago24:15

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Octavianus’ victory over Antonius (Mark Antony) was a historically cataclysmic moment that shattered the very foundations of the ancient Republic. With his enemies vanquished, Octavianus claimed unrivaled dominion over the Roman government, casting aside the old order and erecting in its place the towering behemoth of the Roman Empire — a new era, …

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E111: Clem Lechap - Projecting tactics, team psyche and Smart Boards 2:02:46

23d ago2:02:46

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This week we're joined by Clem Lechaptois! Clem is a phenomenally well accomplished boulderer with 8C+ ascents to his name. We chatted to him about his tactics when choosing projects, how he selects boulders with contrasting styles to supplement his training, the team environments that are most conducive to sending and much more. Clem has a company…

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The Battle of Hastings, 1066 AD 24:36

24d ago24:36

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With his resounding triumph, William the Conqueror secured the English crown as a foreign sovereign, ushering in the dawn of a new era. No longer would the island be shaped by Scandinavian influences; instead, it was now bound to the sophisticated currents of European civilization. This watershed moment in history marked the last time England would…

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The Battle of Verdun, WWI. 33:10

25d ago33:10

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The unimaginable loss of life, a gruesome testament to the unyielding carnage on the Western Front during World War I, left a deep, festering wound in the French psyche, one that bled into their military and political decisions for years to come. This haunting trauma became an inescapable force, driving a fearful and defensive stance that would cri…

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The Battle of San Jacinto, 1836. "Texians" defeat the Mexican Army. 27:40

26d ago27:40

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The crushing Mexican defeat at San Jacinto paved the way for Texas's hard-won independence, but it also sowed the seeds of future conflict, culminating in the U.S. Mexican War two decades later. The annexation of Texas by the United States marked the first official expansion into the vast and untamed lands of western North America. Territory that w…

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The Battle of Lechfeld, 955 AD Magyar Horde Defeated by United Germanic Forces 24:27

27d ago24:27

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The crushing defeat of the Magyars marked the end of over 90 years of terror that had haunted Western Europe. The survivors, their dreams of conquest shattered and their ferocity tamed, abandoned their nomadic ways. In the ashes of their once-feared horde, they forged a new destiny, planting the seeds that would grow into the nation of Hungary. Lec…

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The Battle of Badr, Islam's Earliest Fulcrum 27:36

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Mohammed’s battle at Badr stands as one of those rare battles where the number of men who fought was small, but the consequences were nothing short of world changing. His triumph at Badr did more than simply confirm his leadership — it forged his destiny as the unchallenged beacon of Islam. The sight of his small, victorious force, defeating overwh…

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The Battle of Prophetstown, The Last United American Indian Tribal Coalition 27:15

29d ago27:15

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Prophetstown stands as the historic backdrop for the final grand effort of a fading dream —the last, valiant stand where the scattered tribes of the American Indians sought to forge a united front against the unstoppable tide of white expansion, a final rallying cry before the storm of history swept them aside. Tecumseh and his Red Stick Confederac…

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167: Calling Bull$h!#: Responding to Swatting Hoaxes 1:10:58

29d ago1:10:58

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No one should die over a false report. Internet gamers, celebrities and public figures, and maybe even one of your neighbors have been the victim of this sort of prank. These hoax emergency calls that can lead to an exaggerated police response are becoming more common, so we discuss strategies to make sure we tailor our response appropriately and k…

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The Battle of Pydna, Third Macedonian War 18:06

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The Battle of Pydna sounded the death knell for Alexander the Great's once-mighty empire, shattering its last vestiges and paving the way for the unstoppable rise of Roman supremacy and dominion across the Near East. Pydna. 22nd June, 168 B.C. Roman Forces: 25,000 infantry, unknown calvary, one contingent of war elephants. Macedonian Forces: ~ 40,0…

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E110 - Aidan & Sam - The final Olympic wrap-up and ridiculous rambles 1:30:10

1M ago1:30:10

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Just us this week with our reactions to the Boulder/Lead Olympic finals, if you're interested in our pre-comp predictions or our reactions to the semi-finals then those are both up as Patroon bonus episodes on the Patreon. We also end with 30 minutes of triple distilled idiocy for those who are sick of talking about the Olympics. If you're enjoying…

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The Battle of Sedan, Franco-Prussian War 18:57

1M ago18:57

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The Prussian victory in the Franco-Prussian War (as a direct result of the Battle of Sedan) not only shattered the French army but also set the stage for a seismic shift in European power. The once-disparate Germanic states, emboldened by their triumph, coalesced into a formidable empire under a unified banner. Yet, this victory was a double-edged …

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The Battle of Mukden 20:26

1M ago20:26

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Japan's victory at Mukden, forged on a winter battlefield requiring relentless sacrifice, shattered the old world order, compelling the great powers to the negotiating table. The end of the Russo-Japanese War was not just a cessation of hostilities—it was the birth of Japan as a military titan, a force that the world could no longer dare to ignore.…

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The Battle of Trenton 24:03

1M ago24:03

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Washington's victory ignited a blazing resurgence of fervor in the hearts of the colonial people—a fervor so fierce that, without it, the flame of the American Revolution might have been extinguished forever; as this victory came on the back of three consecutive defeats for the revolutionary army. Trenton; 26 December, 1776. American Revolutionary …

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Battle of Thymbra 17:34

1M ago17:34

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In a sweeping conquest, Cyrus the Great wrested control of Lydia's vast treasures, stripping Babylon of a crucial ally. His military genius is birthed in this battle. His resounding victory paved the way for Cyrus to boldly challenge and ultimately seize the Neo-Babylonian throne, heralding the dawn of the mighty Persian Empire. Thymbra. 546 B.C. P…

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The Battle of Marathon 23:34

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[REMASTERED AND RE-RECORDED] The decisive Persian defeat not only halted a significant incursion into Europe but also solidified the reputation of the Greek military as a formidable entity in the annals of warfare. This confrontation laid the groundwork for the subsequent Persian attempt to conquer Greece, which would ultimately culminate in their …

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E109: Matt Fultz - Sending multiple 8C+s, coaching, tactics and self-doubt 2:24:18

1M ago2:24:18

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Big hitter Matt Fultz joins us this week. Matt's climbing resume speaks for itself, he's near the very top of the list when it comes to sending 8C+ boulders. He's achieved a huge amount and yet still it was fascinating to hear that he is not immune to the same moments of self doubt that the rest of us experience. Matt's a great guy and it was a ple…

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166: Run the Clock: Time, Talk, Tear Gas, Tactics 1:22:14

1M ago1:22:14

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The 6th Circuit Court of Appeals decision in Downs v. United States was a benchmark case for domestic law enforcement that establishes our requirement to attempt negotiations for a peaceful resolution. We define a hostage situation and talk about strategies to manage them in contrast to active killer and barricaded criminals. Downs v US (6th Circui…

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