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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):
➤ Atomic bomb development • Espionage and double lives • Klaus Fuchs and nuclear secrets • Historical impact of spies • WWII nuclear race • US and Soviet tensions • Spy investigations and interrogationsThis podcast, titled "The Bomb," delves into pivotal moments and figures associated with the development and proliferation of nuclear weapons, exploring both scientific endeavors and espionage activities across its episodes. Through its two seasons, the podcast narrates the story of critical historical events and personalities that shaped the course of nuclear history.
The first season centers on the scientific race to develop the atomic bomb during World War II, with a focus on figures such as physicist Leo Szilard and his interactions with prominent scientists like Albert Einstein. It details the challenges and ethical dilemmas faced by the scientists involved in the Manhattan Project and highlights significant historical events, including the attack on Pearl Harbor and the subsequent geopolitical stakes. The season captures the intense urgency and moral quandaries surrounding the development and eventual deployment of the atomic bomb, culminating in its use on Hiroshima.
In the second season, the focus shifts to espionage and the clandestine operations that ran parallel to scientific advancements. This season introduces Klaus Fuchs, a brilliant physicist and Soviet spy, whose activities were crucial in passing atomic secrets to the Soviet Union. The narrative uncovers the double lives led by Fuchs and others, including the host's great-aunt, Ursula, who played a significant role as a spymaster. The episodes explore the intricacies of Cold War espionage, the tension between personal and national loyalties, and the impact of these covert operations on international relations. Themes of suspicion, betrayal, and the personal cost of espionage weave throughout these stories, offering a glimpse into the shadowy world of spy networks during a critical period of nuclear 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 |