Conflicted

Untangling history’s greatest controversies

Every month, host Zach Cornwell takes a hard look at the historical conflicts that raise difficult questions, stoke controversy, and send our moral compasses spinning.

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About Conflicted

Every episode is a meticulously researched exploration of significant historical events, shedding light on the narratives that have shaped our societies and our understanding of the world. These conflicts, whether they be wars, revolutions, ideological clashes, or social upheavals, are more than just footnotes in history; they are the crucibles in which humanity's values, beliefs, and ethics have been tested.

Jump right in with “Hiroo Onoda & The Surrender of Japan.” This signature episode tells the tale of a Japanese soldier who emerged from the Philippine jungle, unaware that World War 2 had been over for nearly 30 years. His story is interwoven with the transformation of Japan after submitting to defeat at the hands of Allied troops. This story closely investigates where loss wanes and hope intervenes.

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The Gulf War 1991 – Part 3: Land of Darkness

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Introducing: The French History Podcast - “The Battle of Poitiers 732”

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The Gulf War 1991 – Part 2: The Storm

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As the Iraqi army digs into Kuwait, the world considers how to respond to Saddam Hussein’s breach of national sovereignty. President George H.W. B...
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The Gulf War 1991 – Part 1: Lines in the Sand

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On August 2, 1990, Saddam Hussein invaded the tiny emirate of Kuwait. The resulting conflict triggered a chain reaction that changed the world. In...
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Zach Cornwell

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An advertising creative by trade and a history enthusiast at heart, Zach is the creator, writer, and producer of the show. Hailing from Dallas, TX, he’s most at ease with a book in one hand and a brisket taco in the other.