History Revisited: The Untold Chapters

From the colonial North–South split to today’s SAF‑vs‑RSF street war, this episode unpacks 70 years of coups, civil wars, and broken peace deals. Oil, gold, and foreign backers turned Sudan into a proxy battleground; Bashir’s 2019 fall opened the door to Khartoum’s 2025 humanitarian nightmare. Yet amid the rubble, grassroots voices still chant “freedom, peace, justice.”

April 2025: Trump’s surprise 'reciprocal tariffs' announcement sends shockwaves through global markets, erasing trillions in value in just two days. Panic rises. China retaliates. The ghosts of Smoot-Hawley walk again. But then—an unexpected pause. We explore the economic, political, and historical stakes of this near-crisis moment—and what the sudden pause might mean for the future of glo...

In Part 2, Mohit and Kanisha dissect how the 2008 crisis pushed Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac under Uncle Sam’s wing—and why, after years of debate, the push to “cut the cord” is hotter than ever. Discover the stakes for taxpayers, homeowners, and investors as these mortgage giants grapple with the prospect of finally standing on their own.

In this kickoff episode, Mohit and Kanisha pull back the curtain on Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac—two quasi-public powerhouses that transformed American home lending. Discover how they keep the mortgage wheel turning and why their future is at the center of heated debate. Stick around for a sneak peek of Part 2, coming on Friday, where we’ll dive deeper into the controversies, the crash, and whether...

Explore the tumultuous journey of Canada–U.S. relations—from the War of 1812 that pitted them against each other, to shared victories and evolving trade partnerships, and finally, the modern-day tensions echoing old rivalries. Join Kanisha and Mohit discover how history has shaped this unique bond and whether past conflicts hint at future confrontations.

Commodity markets dictate the prices of everything from natural gas to your morning latte—but who really controls them? We break down how speculation impacts global prices, why Brazil is so crucial to the coffee industry, and the historical interventions that shaped today’s markets. Join Mohit and Kanisha for a deep dive into the hidden economics of everyday essentials.

Wars, sanctions, and spiraling printing presses—could Russia face the same currency collapse that rocked Yugoslavia in the ’90s? Join Mohit and Kanisha for an eye-opening look at how hyperinflation shattered Yugoslavia, forcing citizens into bartering and black markets. Discover the unsettling parallels in today’s headlines and what happens when economies hit their breaking point. Tune in for cruc...

In this riveting episode of History Revisited , Mohit and Kanisha dive deep into the life of Jay Gould—the notorious 19th-century “robber baron” who locked horns with Cornelius Vanderbilt and nearly toppled the U.S. economy by scheming to corner the gold market. Discover how Gould’s ruthless tactics in the Erie Railroad War and beyond reshaped American business, sparked nationwide outrage, and pav...

Tariffs have shaped economies and ignited trade wars for centuries. From Trump’s tariff policies to Canada’s black-market cheese, we break down the history, politics, and unintended consequences of protectionist policies. How do tariffs reshape industries? Why are some still in place long after their purpose is gone? And what’s the real cost of economic nationalism? Join Mohit and Kanisha for a de...

In this episode, Kanisha and Mohit uncover how the Green Revolution flipped global agriculture on its head—saving millions from famine, reshaping economies, and sparking political power plays. From miracle seeds to massive irrigation systems, we’ll dig into the triumphs and hidden costs of a movement that changed how the world grows its food. Buckle up; it’s farming like you’ve never heard it befo...

Step into 1907 with Mohit and Kanisha on History Revisited—a year when the U.S. banking system teetered on the edge. Discover the little-known crisis that pushed America to create the powerful institution still overseeing our money today.

How did one narrow waterway spark a global showdown? Join Mohit and Kanisha on History Revisited as they uncover the overlooked drama of the 1956 Suez Crisis—a pivotal moment that quietly reshaped modern power dynamics. Tune in for a tale of ambition, brinksmanship, and the surprising ripple effects that still echo today.