In Part Two, Robert is joined again by Jamie Loftus to continue discussing Kaiser Wilhelm. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This episode talks about a young man's experience of being King of Germany and navigating his inner struggles. Also touches on the host's opinion on dipping popcorn into salad dressing.
The speaker's weird hobby is watching collections of Imperial Prussian, British, and Russian military marches on YouTube. They also describe the paradise-like appearance of Koh Tao island.
Bismarck foresaw the Kaiser's reckless actions that could lead to a continent-wide war, while the Kaiser indulged in practical jokes and boyish tomfoolery during his annual cruise, which eventually led to its discontinuation due to its negative impact on his physical and mental health.
Despite his reputation as a militaristic leader, Wilhelm II implemented proclamations to improve labor conditions in Europe and limit work hours in 1890, shown through his desire to host an international summit in Berlin.
The Kaiser's chancellor, Bülow, promised to do everything the Kaiser said and not represent the rest of the government in any way. The Kaiser was known for promoting gay people to positions of high authority.
This episode discusses Kaiser Wilhelm II's obsession with warfare and his fascination with ancient battles and weaponry, which was both reckless and deeply concerning to the other leaders of European powers.
The game plans presented to the Kaiser regularly ending in the taking of prisoner's enemy army, raised concerns for General Moltke since it gave a false idea about the actual conditions of war and did not meet its basic principle of being a study for real war.
Kaiser Wilhelm II indulged in his long obsession with warships, which led to Germany announcing a major expansion of its naval fleet in 1897. The Kaiser was easily manipulated by Admiral Terpitz, who understood that he did not live in the real world.
In November 1895, Wilhelm II assured the Austro-Hungarian ambassador that he would support Austria-Hungary's cause without any inquiry in accordance with the treaty of alliance. The alliance and the revamping of military forces led to the outbreak of World War I in 1914, despite some advisors warning against it.
Wilhelm II, the leader of the Germans, was manipulated because of the misguided idea that war was a royal sport to be indulged in by hereditary monarchs at their will.
The book provides a fair description of the personality of Phil Helm and his involvement in the beginning of World War I.
This podcast discusses the idea that leaders must have self-awareness and take criticism if they want to be successful. The speaker uses the example of a leader who was surrounded by yes men and ultimately failed in his leadership.
The podcast host talks about how the Kaiser's upbringing and societal expectations played a role in his leadership. A concluding remark makes an ad for a neck stretching machine.
In this episode, journalist Osvalo Shin takes listeners through his investigation into the assassination of three radio journalists in Colombia and the pursuit of their mastermind.