Brian Stahl
The Long History Short Podcast
Interviews with historians about the background of events happening around the world. Join your host, Brian Stahl.
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Episodes
Russia, Ukraine, and Higher Ed's Crisis, ft. Dr. Sumantra Maitra 26.04.2026 23:46
I had a lot of fun talking with Dr. Maitra. If you liked the way he thought, check out some of his latest: https://www.theamericanconservative.com/the-final-chapter-of-the-unipolar-moment/ https://engelsbergideas.com/notebook/jd-vances-hope-for-a-hungarian-europe/ https://thecritic.co.uk/american-crusades/
Hungarian Hell: War, Hyperinflation, Dictatorship 19.04.2026 28:21
For anyone who wants to dive deeper into Hungarian history, here are some suggestions: How the Hungarian people endured World War II: chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/ https://www.eternalechoes.org/application/files/2916/1019/0172/the-life-of-the-hungarian-population_en_eternal_echoes.pdf More on Hungary's hyperinflation: https://planetbanknote.com/banknote-blog/hungarys-1946-hy...
Could Hungary's History Decide Its Election, and Its Future? ft. Professor Peter Judson 12.04.2026 35:24
Today Hungary will determine whether Viktor Orban, Hungary's controversial Prime Minister, will leave office for the first time in 16 years. Tune in to hear how the country's past may decide the election. Further reading: An American expat in Hungary interviewed on life, politics, and more in Hungary: https://www.editorialedomani.it/politica/europa/rod-dreher-interview-orban-loses-election-reason-...
When did American Foreign Policy Go Wrong? ft. Professor Michael Desch 06.04.2026 27:27
Join in for my discussion with Dr. Michael Desch (Notre Dame) about the history of American grand strategy since the 1990's. Reading recommendations: 'Great Power Rivalries: The Case for Realism': https://mondediplo.com/2023/08/02great-powers 'Neoconservatism Rebaptized': https://www.theamericanconservative.com/neoconservatism-rebaptized/ 'An Open Letter to Paul Wolfowitz': https://harpers.org/arc...
The Evolution of Holy Week, ft. Professor Eric Johnston 02.04.2026 35:23
Tune in for this discussion of the history of Lent, Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday, with Professor Eric Johnston of Seton Hall University.
Israeli Foreign Policy: What It Has Been, What It Could Be 29.03.2026 38:06
My discussion with the University of Notre Dame's Dr. Asher Kaufman about Israel, Iran, and the crisis in the Middle East. Further reading: The intellectual origins of Zionism: https://www.historytoday.com/archive/feature/herzls-troubled-dream-origins-zionism
The South Pars Attack, Israel, America, and Iran, ft. Professor Ian Lustick 20.03.2026 43:42
Listen in on this conversation about the historical context behind the latest news out of Iran, and what it means for the war, the global economy, and the world.
The People of Iran and the Iran War, ft. Professor Daniel Tavana 14.03.2026 39:25
Political Science Professor Daniel Tavana breaks down the Iran War, and discusses the people, government, and future of this troubled country.
The Ancient Greek Olympics, ft. Professor Jonathan Hall 22.02.2026 19:52
Join my discussion with Professor Jonathan Hall of the University of Chicago as we discuss the ancient Greek Olympics and how they influenced the modern games.
Chavez, Maduro, and Rodriguez: The Future of Venezuela, ft. Professor David Mares 15.02.2026 44:39
Join us for this discussion about the future of Venezuela, especially pertinent given the two most recent attacks on Venezuelan ships.
Iran and Iraq, ft. Professor Charles Tripp 08.02.2026 44:41
Tune in for this interview with Professor Charles Tripp, world-renowned expert on Iraq and Middle Eastern politics, where he details the complicated relationship between Iran and Iraq, and what it means for the crisis in the Middle East.
History of Iran pt. 2, 1979-2026, featuring Professor Idean Saleyhan 01.02.2026 24:18
Join for this discussion of Iranian history from `the Revolution to the current crisis, featuring Professor Idean Saleyhan of the University of North Texas.
History of Iran, ft. Professor Magnus Bernhardsson 26.01.2026 29:41
Tune in for this discussion about Iran's history, US-Iranian relations, and the protests sweeping the country, featuring Professor Magnus Bernhardsson of Williams College.
The History of Venezuela, ft. Zoe Fallon 19.01.2026 29:19
Join us as we discuss the history of Venezuela, what it means for the US intervention, and where the country's future is headed.
The Cold War, American Foreign Policy, and the War in Ukraine, ft. Professor Thomas Schwartz 11.01.2026 41:55
Listen to this discussion about the Cold War and how its legacy impacts American foreign policy and the war in Ukraine. Also check out these movies referenced in the episode: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqqqqZrD37h5e7dYRQa8Udia9bbx_Ig-w
The War in Ukraine, ft. Professor Robert Freedman 04.01.2026 32:29
Tune in for this discussion about the origins and course of the war, and the only way it's likely to end, featuring Professor Robert Freedman of Johns Hopkins University.
Soviet History and What It Means for Ukraine, ft. Professor Eric Lohr 28.12.2025 42:56
Join in for this discussion of the history of the Soviet Union, and its implications for the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, ft. Professor Eric Lohr of American University.
Imperial Russian History, ft. Professor Sergey Glebov 14.12.2025 44:56
Tune in to this discussion about Russia from the 1500's to the Revolution, featuring Professor Sergey Glebov of Amherst College and Smith College.
Islam, Christianity, and Boko Haram with Professor Gabriel Said Reynolds 02.12.2025 39:54
Join me for a conversation with world-renowned scholar of Islam, Professor Gabriel Said Reynolds of the University of Notre Dame.
Boko Haram and the History of Nigeria, ft. Professor Toja Okoh 02.12.2025 26:53
Join me for a discussion about Nigerian history and Boko Haram with Professor Toja Okoh of Loyola University, Maryland.
Germany after the Berlin Wall, ft. Professor Jeffrey Anderson 02.12.2025 33:40
Join me in a discussion with Georgetown's Professor Jeffrey Anderson about life in Germany after the collapse of the Soviet Union.
World War I, Nazism, and Life Behind the Wall: Germany in the 20th Century. 02.12.2025 34:53
Join me for a discussion with Professor Brian van Wyck about World War I, Nazism, and life in Germany during the 20th century.
Germany, Nationalism, and the AfD, ft. Professor John Deak 02.12.2025 35:25
A discussion about nineteenth and twentieth century Germany, with Professor John Deak of the University of Notre Dame.
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