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“thank you both, it was so well done and would love you to do more now that you know who is back!”
Geekgothinc via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/07/24
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“Everyone should be listening to it who cares about democracy and how it dies.”
Viemagique via Apple Podcasts ·
France ·
10/29/24
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“anything i might want to say has been said. this is needful information. and yes, it belongs in high school civics classes (if they still exist and haven’t gone the way of the dodo and beowulf studies).”
pataphysician via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/29/24
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“Pairs well with American Crisis pod.”
atom_box via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/28/24
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“I truly wish this podcast was required listening for everyone in North America. It’s so well done, so measured, shocking without that being the aim, and sobering.”
MafaldaFavero via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/25/24
“I echo everyone else’s sentiments about having to wait a week between episodes. Aside from that, you have a fantastic series, covering issues that are imperative to the survival of democracy. I am thoroughly captivated and longingly await the next episode.”
Jacsta1234 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/17/24
“This series is very well done. It provides historical background & information showing its relation to current political environment. Recommended for those who are interested in learning more about what has gotten us to this point in our politics.”
Yoyi49 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/14/24
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“It’s always a pleasure reading or listening to Anne Applebaum, this podcast is no exception.”
asechi via Apple Podcasts ·
Italy ·
10/14/24
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“This should be required listening in all high school history and civics classes (if civics classes even still exist).”
slgenung via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/09/24
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“Smart and elucidating takes on historical threads woven into today’s events. Scary and important. Great work!”
DMEINXTC via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/07/24
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“Insightful and timely, and all the more important for being so accessible. Well done to everyone involved. Highly recommended.”
:-ooo via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
10/05/24
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“Everyone should listen to this with a one mind. I’ve recommended this to all my family and friends.”
middlepath via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/04/24
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“The only podcast I have felt deserves five stars from me.”
Beemerdog via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/03/24
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“Terrifying, engaging, & informative. I hope more people listen and take action. Good luck America.”
@blacksireohio via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/03/24
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“This is an intelligent, thoughtful and honest education in current events backed up with historical fact and insight. Anne Applebaum’s voice is clear and devoid of affect, making her very easy to listen to and understandable. I am a discerning and tough audience and I love this show.”
Critime via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/02/24
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“… if we can still hear news and information like this. But we cannot assume this right won’t be swept away, too. If you don’t want this to happen here, you can’t just listen to great podcasts like this and sit on the sidelines. We are only helpless if we decide to be.”
8Crow via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/01/24
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“This is an outstanding podcast. This should be mandatory listening for every American.”
T2869 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/30/24
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“Anne Applebaum and Peter Pomerantsev have created a podcast that could not be more timely or essential. It dives deep into the frightening rise of authoritarianism in 🇺🇸, revealing that the slide toward autocracy isn’t some distant concern—it’s happening now. Through their sharp insights and...”Read full review »
Can you make an app any worse via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/30/24
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“I have listened so far to the first three episodes
Lots of great information do wish they could have a tad bit more information on this matter but I think you should continue with this conversation for a while and maybe more examples from history
Thanks
Heather Davis”
QueenRipley via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/29/24
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“Excellent podcast by people able and willing to do the research. Complex problems are explained clearly.
The next question is: can complicit politicians be trusted again?”
False Equivalence via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/29/24
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“Anne and Peter are National Treasures - more accurately International Treasures!. They have taught our family so very much about politics in the modern world. Do not miss their insights. Read everything they write.”
nick- name is taken via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/27/24
“Essential listening for anyone who values our democracy and way of life. Unfortunately, those who need to hear it most will reject it as propaganda and lies out of fealty to the cult.”
DAM VB via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/27/24
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“A chilling, accessible and comprehensive account of how autocratic regimes take hold, and how that is currently happening in the USA.”
Expat in New Zealand via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
09/26/24
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“This is a really compelling show, hosted by Anne Applebaum (one of my all time favorite historians and writers) and Peter Pomerantsev from Johns Hopkins. It’s so well researched and produced and gives a good historical perspective while shining a light on what is happening today. So many ways in...”Read full review »
MMXkMN via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/26/24
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“As a Canadian retired history teacher, I'm gobsmacked learning how often Democratic constitutions are under attack and how unable citizens appear to stop it. I have little faith in society to protect democracy than ever before. My faith rests in learning history where pathways for resistance...”Read full review »
Terrilmr via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/20/24
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“I’ve been following Anne Applebaum for some time. As someone who studied propaganda and the Soviet Union and spent time in post-communist Poland, I’ve appreciated her sharp and insightful writing about developments in the region. I never thought that authoritarian red flags would be relevant to...”Read full review »
PJMacKenzie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/18/24
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“Ever wonder why certain politicians can claim it’s pitch black out and raining at 12 noon on a sunny day and his supporters will repeat the lie? This is a wonderful and super well produced analysis of our current political moment in the United States. Explains so much. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.”
Macromole via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/18/24
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“Keep an open mind. Whether you vote for Democrats or Republicans does not matter.
The most important pillar of democracy is allowing everyone to vote in free, fair and open elections. Imagine living in our country without labels or party alliances. Most Americans have more in common than we want...”Read full review »
Pecrobet via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/18/24
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“This podcast is important and interesting.”
Zizi22 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/16/24
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“This is most important US political topic of our day. The writers and editors of the Atlantic are heroes of democracy and are on the front lines of the fight against Donald Trump and his fascist adherents. THANK YOU!”
kfloob via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/16/24
“Partisan regime hacks attempt to prop up the managerial state with the same tired old lies.”
VietSchlong via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/15/24
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“If you care about democracy in your country - whichever country that is - than you should listen to this podcast. Every democracy needs a judicial system that is legitimate in the eyes of the people of that democratic country. This podcast explains why and outlines how that relates to America in...”Read full review »
SpaceNana via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/15/24
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“My sole disappointment is that I have to wait for the next episode! So intelligent, articulate and insightful …”
philbyjc via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/15/24
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“Informative and entertaining podcast, based on fact, and delivered very well. If you want to understand what is going on in America and throughout the world, read history and listen to this podcast. Technology changes, tactics don’t.”
History for All via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/14/24
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“In the first episode you fell down a well known rabbit hole. Though ignored why that rabbit hole was created. Instead went with the main stream media narrative and blamed it on Trump.
Your lack of motivation to do research for yourself, was spotlighted when you mentioned a world event. I...”Read full review »
rgr271 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/14/24
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“Trigger warning. Will make you drink your breakfast and lunch. Scary stuff. 😱”
DaniYogaTT via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/13/24
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“Thanks for excellent treatment of subject affecting us all. Looking forward to future episodes…
Our voice is through our vote. Authoritarianism takes that right away.”
Ytzpaul via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/13/24
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“The first episode was wonderful. After reading ‘Gulag,’ I started following Anne Applebaum. I am curious to see how this progressed. The first episode was a lot about Trump as an authoritarian etc. and I agree wholly with a lot of this. I am not voting for Trump because of his behavior around...”Read full review »
Desiree Cooper via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/13/24
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“This pod is chillingly fact based”
ng1058 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/13/24
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“Unearthed effectively by Anne Applebaum. Nice dry sense of humour, meaty topics, pragmatic viewpoints, awaking to reality without becoming fearful. This is good listening!”
CharlieBulbeck via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/13/24
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“Not surprising a writer from The Atlantic would be in left-field without a glove or a clue”
mylligan11385 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/12/24
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“In listening to this wonderful podcast, based in fact and easily checked, you’re left with the conundrum as to why others cannot see the reality of our current political situation and the threat to our democracy or republic. This podcast successfully illustrates how autocracy starts. I look...”Read full review »
Oregon 1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/12/24
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“I love the concrete examples of how autocracy creeps into our system in small steps. I’ll be listening to every episode.”
Craderwoman via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/12/24
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“So far, this podcast is fantastic and important for as many people to hear as possible. However, the music that is added at various times diminishes the seriousness of the topic. You don’t need music to make it more exciting or more emotional, it just diminishes the production and impact.”
noname77 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/10/24
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“Words escape my reaction to your thorough and factual reporting. This Podcast is going to be more important than any of us know at this time. How do we explain what is really happening to our country in a way that grinds it to a haunt? You r answering sone of my questions. I want to thank both...”Read full review »
tlffun via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/10/24
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“At the Republican nominating convention in my state, the loud cheers filling the auditorium for any mention of the “stolen” election left me feeling physically ill. The idea that the Big Lie is a shibboleth for the true believers verified by intense emotional reaction in the face of actual...”Read full review »
bdcllgn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/10/24
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“I was hoping this was an educational podcast but to me feels manipulative. This podcast (only 1 episode so far) feels biased.
The main focus of episode 1 is the lies the government tells people to manipulate citizens but they don’t mention the lies about Hunter Biden's laptop or the whole...”Read full review »
Imollie92 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/09/24
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“Content of podcast is so important and wonderfully laid out. Useful information for our current times. Ps. Remove the earnest music. Very distracting .”
cet blaine via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/08/24
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“Anne Applebaum knows this subject inside out. Great start to this series. Can’t wait for the rest of the series.”
Jim Snow via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/08/24
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“I can only hope that somewhere, somehow, the very people who need to hear this can or will— and not those of us self-selecting to hear truth. I hold out little hope for today but can only have hope for tomorrow— your next podcast should be on nationwide cult de-programming. Is it too late?”
LizLearnsItaly via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/07/24
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