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The Failed Trial of Japanese Fascists
25:04 - 32:35 (07:30)
The trial of Japanese fascist leaders after World War II resulted in their mass execution, including of individuals who were not involved in any way. Several coup attempts by disgruntled Japanese officers also took place during this period.
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Death Island is a new true-crime podcast that explores the mysterious deaths of tourists on an island.
25:04 - 26:39 (01:34)
Summary
Death Island is a new true-crime podcast that explores the mysterious deaths of tourists on an island. On the other hand, Next Question with Katie Couric focuses on finding resilience in challenging times through post-traumatic growth.
ChapterThe Failed Trial of Japanese Fascists
EpisodePart One: The Slavery Loving Fascist who Built Modern Japan
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The Tokkō was a paramilitary force tasked with protecting Imperial Japan from coup attempts and subversive activities during World War II, but their brutal tactics make some question whether they weren't just a fascist organization themselves.
26:39 - 29:42 (03:02)
Summary
The Tokkō was a paramilitary force tasked with protecting Imperial Japan from coup attempts and subversive activities during World War II, but their brutal tactics make some question whether they weren't just a fascist organization themselves.
ChapterThe Failed Trial of Japanese Fascists
EpisodePart One: The Slavery Loving Fascist who Built Modern Japan
PodcastBehind the Bastards
In 1931, the Mukden Incident triggered a full-scale Japanese invasion of Manchuria, leading to an anarchist revolution and a group of officers who believed they needed to take over the territory entirely.
29:41 - 32:35 (02:53)
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In 1931, the Mukden Incident triggered a full-scale Japanese invasion of Manchuria, leading to an anarchist revolution and a group of officers who believed they needed to take over the territory entirely. The situation was complicated by involvement from the Yakuza and resistance from the Japanese government.