The End of the Roman RepublicAugust 2, 2019Professor Watts discusses his book “Mortal Republic” about the fall of the Roman Republic. Possible parallels to the US today are discussed.Listen/Show notes
The Biggest Bet In HistoryJuly 17, 2019Computer pioneer Dr Fred Brooks discusses the IBM 360 Project and his life.Listen/Show notes
“Crazy Rich Asians”June 19, 2019NYT bestselling author Kevin Kwan discusses his book, writing style, and the future of Asia.Listen/Show notes
The Battle of JutlandJune 10, 2019The Battle of Jutland was the most important naval battle of World War 1.Listen/Show notes
The Life of Peter SellersJune 4, 2019Peter Sellers longtime personal assistant gives her first radio interview about the life of the comic master.Listen/Show notes
Jack The RipperMay 10, 2019Phil O’Connor from the Jack The Ripper Museum in London discusses the possible identity of the most infamous serial killer in history.Listen/Show notes
The Fifth Beatle : Pete BestApril 24, 2019A discussion of how the Beatles were formed.Listen/Show notes
George F. KennanApril 18, 2019George F. Kennan was arguably the most important US diplomat of the 20th Century. His daughter discusses his life in her new book.Listen/Show notes
Escape From DubaiMarch 1, 2019Former French Spy Herve Jaubert discuses his book “Escape from Dubai” about his time in Dubai and eventual escape. He then goes on to detail the drama...Listen/Show notes
The Life of Howard HughesFebruary 15, 2019Author Geoff Schumacher discusses his book Howard Hughes : Power, Paranoia & Palace Intrigue about Howard Hughes.Listen/Show notes