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Behind the Bastards - Part One: Kissinger

Part One: Kissinger

Behind the Bastards

03/15/22 • 83 min

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We begin our epic six part series on Henry Kissinger: the Forest Gump of war crimes.

FOOTNOTES:

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03/15/22 • 83 min

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Behind the Bastards - Part One: Kissinger

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In this episode titled "Part One: Kissinger," the podcast explores the controversial figure of Henry Kissinger. It delves into his early life, from his childhood in Germany during the rise of the Nazi party to his immigration to the United States just before the outbreak of World War II. The episode also delves into Kissinger's education, his evolving ideology, and his experiences during the war. It highlights Kissinger's strategic mindset, his admiration for philosophers of history like Bismarck and Clausewitz, and his early connections to influential individuals. The podcast raises questions about the impact of Kissinger's traumatic childhood on his later actions and beliefs. Ultimately, it emphasizes the significance of understanding Kissinger's formative years in order to grasp the political decisions and controversies he would become involved in as a prominent figure in foreign policy. If you're interested in uncovering the roots of Kissinger's worldview and the context behind his actions, this episode is a must-listen.

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Part One: Kissinger Top Questions Answered

What controversial article did Henry Kissinger defend publishing in a liberal journal?

Henry Kissinger defended his decision to publish an article by a criminal and Nazi sympathizer named Solomon in a liberal journal.

How did Henry Kissinger struggle to find a job after completing his dissertation?

Henry Kissinger struggled to find a steady job after completing his dissertation due to his controversial views.

What were Henry Kissinger's viewpoints on nuclear weapons?

Kissinger disagreed with the Eisenhower administration's policy of threatening massive retaliation and believed nuclear weapons should be used tactically to secure battlefield victories against the communists.

Who supported Henry Kissinger's viewpoints on nuclear weapons?

Henry Kissinger's viewpoints on nuclear weapons received support from other thinkers in Washington, including Nelson Rockefeller.

What did Henry Kissinger start called Confluence?

Henry Kissinger started a journal called Confluence to gain influence and connect with powerful people.

What is Henry Kissinger's belief about the presence of the United States and the Soviet Union?

Henry Kissinger believes that the presence of the United States as a symbol of capitalist democracy makes war with the Soviet Union inevitable.

What did Henry Kissinger do during World War II?

Henry Kissinger served in the Army during World War II and earned a bronze star for his contribution in catching a Gestapo sleeper cell.

How did Henry Kissinger feel about revealing his Jewish identity?

Henry Kissinger was cautious about revealing his Jewish identity to prevent any potential harm to Jewish people who stayed in Germany.

What did Henry Kissinger's family decide to do after the passage of the Nuremberg Laws?

Henry Kissinger's family decided to leave Germany after the passage of the Nuremberg Laws in 1935, and they immigrated to the United States in 1938.

How did Kissinger's early years in the U.S. unfold?

Kissinger's early years in the U.S. were not easy, as his father became sicker and more depressed, and they lived in a crowded apartment.

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