Could the West have lost the Cold War? Would we be happier if we didn't study history? Would you prefer to have a samurai, a Viking or a Spartan as your bodyguard?

Tom and Dominic are joined by Hardcore History's Dan Carlin for a second episode to tackle the biggest questions in history.

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Producer: Dom Johnson

Exec Producers: Tony Pastor & Jack Davenport

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