Warnings from the Past

By: Billy Graves
  • Summary

  • History isn’t just a collection of old stories—it’s a warning siren for today’s world. Warnings from the Past uncovers the shocking parallels between historical events and modern politics, revealing how empires rise and fall, leaders repeat past mistakes, and political trends shape the future.

    Each episode dives into major historical events, influential leaders, and the cycles of power, corruption, and revolution, drawing direct comparisons to current affairs. Whether it's the decline of Rome, Cold War propaganda, or the rise of authoritarianism, we break it all down in a way that’s engaging, thought-provoking, and brutally relevant to today’s world.


    What You’ll Get:

    🔥 Deep Dives into History’s Biggest Moments – From revolutions to world wars, we dissect the events that shaped civilization.

    ⚔️ Historical Figures vs. Modern Counterparts – How do past rulers, revolutionaries, and tyrants compare to today’s politicians and influencers?

    🏛️ Thematic Breakdowns – The decline of empires, cycles of political instability, and government overreach explained.

    🎯 Actionable Insights – What history can teach us about modern geopolitics, democracy, and authoritarianism.

    If you love history, politics, government affairs, and connecting the dots between the past and present, Warnings from the Past is your new go-to podcast.

    🎙️ New episodes every Thursday. Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and all major platforms.

    📩 Follow & Subscribe for historical insights that might just predict our future.


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Episodes
  • From Rome’s Collapse to America’s Crisis: A Father-Son Chat on Democracy & Polarization
    Feb 2 2025
    Join us for an in-depth father-son conversation where we draw striking parallels between the collapse of the Roman Republic and today’s American political landscape. In this episode, we explore how unchecked ambition, divisive politics, and economic inequality led to Rome’s downfall—and what that might mean for modern American democracy. With a down-to-earth, blue-collar perspective from Nashville, we discuss how political polarization is reshaping our nation, and we examine practical lessons from history that could help mend the fractures in our system. Whether you're a history buff or simply looking for thoughtful insights on today's political crisis, this episode offers a candid, relatable look at how the past can guide us toward a better future.

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    25 mins

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