Welcome to the Ministry of History Podcast (formerly The History Buff), where we bring history to life through immersive storytelling and deep dives into fascinating historical topics. Hosted by Artie, the Minister of History and a Berlin-based historian and tour guide, the podcast unravels the complexities, drama, and humanity of history—from pivotal moments to hidden forgotten stories. Whether you're a casual listener or a history buff, join us to explore the events, people, and cultures that shaped our world.
There are two formats of episodes:
The Ministry of History offers much more than just podcast episodes! Check out our blog for engaging historical insights, access transcripts of episodes, subscribe to our newsletter for updates and early access to posts, and explore our digital content. Planning a trip to Berlin? You can even book a history tour with Artie himself! To find all this, simply head to our website. You can also follow us on Instagram, YouTube and TikTok.
Artwork by Leila Mead. Check out her website and follow her on Instagram.
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Welcome to the Ministry of History Podcast (formerly The History Buff), where we bring history to life through immersive storytelling and deep dives into fascinating historical topics. Hosted by Artie, the Minister of History and a Berlin-based historian and tour guide, the podcast unravels the complexities, drama, and humanity of history—from pivotal moments to hidden forgotten stories. Whether you're a casual listener or a history buff, join us to explore the events, people, and cultures that shaped our world.
There are two formats of episodes:
The Ministry of History offers much more than just podcast episodes! Check out our blog for engaging historical insights, access transcripts of episodes, subscribe to our newsletter for updates and early access to posts, and explore our digital content. Planning a trip to Berlin? You can even book a history tour with Artie himself! To find all this, simply head to our website. You can also follow us on Instagram, YouTube and TikTok.
Artwork by Leila Mead. Check out her website and follow her on Instagram.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Often referred to as the 'forgotten pandemic,' the Spanish flu of 1918 claimed an estimated 50 million lives in just one year—more than twice the death toll of the First World War, which was just winding down as the virus ramped up. Unlike typical influenza outbreaks, this deadly virus primarily went for young adults aged 20–40, an age group usually less vulnerable to such illnesses.
Why was the Spanish flu so deadly for young people? Where did it originate, and why was it called the 'Spanish flu'? And what lessons can we learn from it, especially in light of the recent Covid-19 pandemic? Listen to the episode to find out the answer to these questions and uncover the story behind one of the deadliest pandemics in human history.
The Ministry of History offers more than just podcast episodes! Check out our blog for engaging historical insights, access transcripts of episodes, subscribe to our newsletter for updates and early access to posts, and explore our digital content. Planning a trip to Berlin? You can even book a history tour with Artie himself! To find all this, simply head to our website. You can also follow us on Instagram, YouTube and TikTok.
Artwork by Leila Mead. Check out her website and follow her on Instagram.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.