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The spy who changed history. And a great-aunt's double life. In season one of The Bomb, we met the scientist who might have stopped the atomic bomb from ever being built. In season two, we meet the man who stole it. Klaus Fuchs was a brilliant young physicist, and the world’s most dangerous spy. Rosa Ellis finds out how he crossed paths with her great-aunt, and how their partnership changed the course of history.Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):
➤ - Espionage narratives • Atomic history • Nuclear secrets • Double lives • Klaus Fuchs • Soviet spies • Scientific breakthroughs • Historical impact • Nuclear tensions • Manhattan ProjectThis podcast, titled "The Bomb," explores the complex history of the atomic bomb and the espionage entwined with its creation. Season one focuses on the scientific and political developments surrounding the Manhattan Project, highlighting the efforts of Leo Szilard, a physicist who played a crucial role in recognizing the destructive potential of nuclear power. The narrative follows Szilard's journey from his discovery in London to his attempts to influence major political figures, including President Franklin D. Roosevelt and Winston Churchill, to address the nuclear threat. As the United States ramps up efforts after the Pearl Harbor attack, the show delves into the moral and ethical dilemmas scientists faced as the world stood on the brink of nuclear warfare. The season culminates with the catastrophic use of the atomic bomb and reflections on its impact on humanity and world history.
In the second season, the podcast shifts focus to espionage activities related to the atomic bomb. It tells the story of Klaus Fuchs, a brilliant scientist who became one of the most dangerous spies of the era. Fuchs, working on the British-American atomic bomb project, secretly passed nuclear secrets to the Soviet Union. The season reveals the intricate details of his espionage activities and the influence of his great-aunt Ursula, who was a spymaster. The podcast provides an in-depth exploration of the multifaceted lives these individuals led, caught between their scientific pursuits and clandestine operations, and examines the ripple effects of their actions on international politics and the nuclear arms race. Throughout, the podcast uncovers how personal relationships and ideologies shaped pivotal moments in history.
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The prologue2020-Jul-23 2 minutes |
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S1.1 Moonshine 2020-Jul-31 27 minutes |
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S1.2 Race to the bomb 2020-Aug-07 18 minutes |
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S1.3 The Einstein letter 2020-Aug-14 21 minutes |
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S1.4 Pearl Harbour 2020-Aug-21 31 minutes |
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S1.5 Enemy alien 2020-Aug-28 24 minutes |
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S1.6 The first atomic bomb 2020-Sep-04 26 minutes |
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S1.7 The doomsday clock 2020-Sep-11 28 minutes |
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Introducing The Bomb season 2 2022-Jun-12 4 minutes |
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Bonus: Introducing Rosa Ellis 2022-Jun-19 4 minutes |
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Bonus: The sound design 2022-Jun-26 3 minutes |
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S2.1 A grave matter 2022-Jul-08 20 minutes |
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S2.2 A split life 2022-Jul-15 40 minutes |
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S2.3 Unstable elements 2022-Jul-22 31 minutes |
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S2.4 A stable bond 2022-Jul-29 37 minutes |
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S2.5 An irreversible reaction 2022-Aug-05 28 minutes |
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S2.6 Camp Y 2022-Aug-12 38 minutes |
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S2.7 Critical mass 2022-Aug-19 29 minutes |
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S2.8 The uncertainty principle 2022-Aug-26 30 minutes |
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S2.9 Dead cat, live cat 2022-Sep-02 30 minutes |
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S2.10 Fallout 2022-Sep-09 33 minutes |
Introducing Hollywood Exiles2024-Jul-05 27 minutes |