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Hardcore HistoryFebruary 20, 2000

Show 48 Prophets Of Doom

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The Anabaptist Story
Anthony Arthur

“One of the few actual books on the subject in English, written by Anthony Arthur, discussing Bernard Rothman's sermons and their impact on the Anabaptist movement.”

Sentiment: Passing Reference
Trigger: Anabaptist movement literature
For: Readers interested in Anabaptist history
Key quote: “One of the few actual books on the subject in English, written by Anthony Arthur, discussing Bernard Rothman's sermons and their impact on the Anabaptist movement.”
The host mentions 'The Anabaptist Story' as one of the few English books covering the Anabaptist movement. It highlights the significance of Bernard Rothman's sermons in this context.
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The Anabaptist
Norman Cohn

“Author Norman Cohn explains the situation regarding the Anabaptists' legal recognition in Munster and the resulting societal changes.”

Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Anabaptist beliefs and history
For: Individuals interested in religious history and the Reformation
Key quote: “Luther opened up the possibility for lots of people to claim divine inspiration and reinterpret Christianity for themselves.”
The host discusses the emergence of the Anabaptists as a radical offshoot of Protestantism, emphasizing their belief in adult baptism and personal interpretation of the Bible. This mention serves to illustrate the broader implications of the Reformation and the dangers faced by those who challenged established religious norms.
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The terror had begun
Norman Cohn

“Author Norman Cohn describes the atmosphere of terror that Jan Matthias created in the city, emphasizing the psychological manipulation and fear he instilled in the people.”

Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: totalitarianism and terror
For: Historians and readers interested in religious extremism
Key quote: “Here's how author Norman Cohn puts it, quote. The terror had begun.”
The host discusses the psychological manipulation and terror tactics employed by Matthias during a tumultuous period. Norman Cohn's book is referenced to illustrate the extreme measures taken to enforce conformity and control within the community.
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The Taylor King
Anthony Arthur

“The excerpt discusses a staged event involving Jan van Leiden and a goldsmith, as described in Anthony Arthur's book, 'The Taylor King'.”

Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: theocratic biblical kings
For: Readers interested in historical theocracy and cult dynamics
Key quote: “As Gressbeck, who's one of the chroniclers, records the event, the goldsmith said God had told him in a vision that Jan van Leiden, famous as a soldier and prophet, was to be their new David.”
The host discusses the bizarre events surrounding Jan van Leiden's rise to power in Munster, as depicted in Anthony Arthur's book 'The Taylor King.' The book is highlighted for its exploration of the strange dynamics of messianic cult leaders and the historical context of this theocracy.
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White House Tapes, the president calling

“This is a perfect example of what spoken audio entertainment can do better than the printed word, because this is a piece with the actual audio of presidents of the United States talking on their secret taping systems.”

Sentiment: Highly Recommended
Trigger: historical audio recordings
For: History enthusiasts and those interested in political events
Key quote: “It's a wonderful example of audio history.”
The host emphasizes the unique value of the book 'White House Tapes, the president calling' as it provides actual audio recordings of historical conversations that illuminate significant events. This format allows listeners to experience the emotion and context of the discussions in a way that printed transcripts cannot capture.
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