Episode
Show 62 - Supernova in the East I
4:28:17
Published: Sat Jul 14 2018
Description
The Asia-Pacific War of 1937-1945 has deep roots. It also involves a Japanese society that's been called one of the most distinctive on Earth. If there were a Japanese version of Captain America, this would be his origin story.
Chapters
This transcript contains an advertisement for Audible and discusses the events of December 7th, 1941.
00:00 - 00:42 (00:42)
Summary
This transcript contains an advertisement for Audible and discusses the events of December 7th, 1941.
EpisodeShow 62 - Supernova in the East I
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
A young Japanese soldier is dropped off on a Philippine island in 1944 and is told to hamper allied activities in the area.
00:58 - 07:53 (06:54)
Summary
A young Japanese soldier is dropped off on a Philippine island in 1944 and is told to hamper allied activities in the area. He continues to fight the war, in isolation until 1974, until he's finally convinced by a series of events to surrender.
EpisodeShow 62 - Supernova in the East I
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
Exploring the unique elements of the Pacific War against Japan, and how the cultural carrots and sticks in Japan were designed to turn positive attitudes into dangerous ones, making the war difficult to end.
07:53 - 18:24 (10:31)
Summary
Exploring the unique elements of the Pacific War against Japan, and how the cultural carrots and sticks in Japan were designed to turn positive attitudes into dangerous ones, making the war difficult to end.
EpisodeShow 62 - Supernova in the East I
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
The speaker reflects on the intensity of Chinese culture and its ability to learn and grow through emulation of big brother (America) while coming from behind in technology and remaining a superpower throughout most of human history.
18:25 - 33:25 (14:59)
Summary
The speaker reflects on the intensity of Chinese culture and its ability to learn and grow through emulation of big brother (America) while coming from behind in technology and remaining a superpower throughout most of human history.
EpisodeShow 62 - Supernova in the East I
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
The reality of samurai warfare was gritty and bloody, unlike the romanticized depictions that came later.
33:25 - 40:48 (07:23)
Summary
The reality of samurai warfare was gritty and bloody, unlike the romanticized depictions that came later. This podcast episode highlights how different the true experience of warriors like samurai and knights was from the myths that were later created about them.
EpisodeShow 62 - Supernova in the East I
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
In the 1600s-1700s, the samurai lifestyle became more academic and artistic, with a focus on beauty and aesthetics rather than just a focus on fighting.
40:48 - 55:16 (14:27)
Summary
In the 1600s-1700s, the samurai lifestyle became more academic and artistic, with a focus on beauty and aesthetics rather than just a focus on fighting. However, this also led to struggles for the lower-ranking samurai who were employed in menial jobs and lived in poverty.
EpisodeShow 62 - Supernova in the East I
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
The inability of Japan to resist foreign powers was a major reason why the policy of seclusion was implemented, which isolated and restricted interaction with foreigners, especially with Christianity.
55:16 - 1:06:22 (11:05)
Summary
The inability of Japan to resist foreign powers was a major reason why the policy of seclusion was implemented, which isolated and restricted interaction with foreigners, especially with Christianity.
EpisodeShow 62 - Supernova in the East I
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
The Meiji Restoration brought about not only governmental changes but also cultural changes in Japan.
1:06:22 - 1:13:34 (07:12)
Summary
The Meiji Restoration brought about not only governmental changes but also cultural changes in Japan. The introduction of new constitutions, a parliament, and other Western systems transformed Japanese traditional culture within a decade.
EpisodeShow 62 - Supernova in the East I
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
The Japanese Emperor was used as a tool by the military dictatorship during WWII and the government later used this narrative to launder his past and portray him as a post-war figurehead for the country.
1:13:34 - 1:21:07 (07:32)
Summary
The Japanese Emperor was used as a tool by the military dictatorship during WWII and the government later used this narrative to launder his past and portray him as a post-war figurehead for the country. Similarly, figures like George Washington were also portrayed in an idealized manner in their respective countries.
EpisodeShow 62 - Supernova in the East I
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
This podcast episode delves into the role of religion and deity in Japanese nationalism during a certain time period, and how it affected the intensity level of the culture, as well as the view of the emperor as an all-powerful being.
1:21:07 - 1:28:43 (07:36)
Summary
This podcast episode delves into the role of religion and deity in Japanese nationalism during a certain time period, and how it affected the intensity level of the culture, as well as the view of the emperor as an all-powerful being.
EpisodeShow 62 - Supernova in the East I
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
The Imperial Japanese army had morale that was equal or better than the best armies, and this was because there was a deep-seated belief in the military and the state.
1:28:43 - 1:41:27 (12:44)
Summary
The Imperial Japanese army had morale that was equal or better than the best armies, and this was because there was a deep-seated belief in the military and the state. The army was the real finishing school and institutions had an obligation to teach children the way of the military.
EpisodeShow 62 - Supernova in the East I
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
In the time period of European colonialism, the Japanese made deals to obtain Taiwan without considering the opinions of the Taiwanese people.
1:41:27 - 1:53:24 (11:57)
Summary
In the time period of European colonialism, the Japanese made deals to obtain Taiwan without considering the opinions of the Taiwanese people. The West saw China as a wise and culturally significant country, despite Japan's actions towards annexing pieces of China and gaining territorial control.
EpisodeShow 62 - Supernova in the East I
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
The late 19th and early 20th century saw examples of military brutality that would later be reminiscent of the Second World War.
1:53:24 - 2:02:11 (08:46)
Summary
The late 19th and early 20th century saw examples of military brutality that would later be reminiscent of the Second World War. Japanese soldiers were known to be trained on live people, and while the numbers may be inflated, every nation has negative chapters in their military history.
EpisodeShow 62 - Supernova in the East I
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
The Russo-Japanese War was a modern conflict that took a heavy toll on the economies of both countries, leading to a peace deal brokered by American President Teddy Roosevelt.
2:02:11 - 2:12:26 (10:15)
Summary
The Russo-Japanese War was a modern conflict that took a heavy toll on the economies of both countries, leading to a peace deal brokered by American President Teddy Roosevelt. Despite their victory, the Japanese felt their kill had been stolen, leading to ongoing grievances and the signing of an alliance with Britain in 1902.
EpisodeShow 62 - Supernova in the East I
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
The idea of a Pan-Asian alliance system devised by the Japanese is explored, as well as the motivations behind this idea and the issues that arose.
2:12:26 - 2:20:04 (07:38)
Summary
The idea of a Pan-Asian alliance system devised by the Japanese is explored, as well as the motivations behind this idea and the issues that arose. Although some saw it as a way to help colonial victims fight off oppressors, others saw it as a precursor to colonialism.
EpisodeShow 62 - Supernova in the East I
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
Japanese companies and the government plan to develop hotels at whistle stops, that will eventually become homes, schools, and infrastructure to support Japanese citizens and investments.
2:20:04 - 2:31:49 (11:44)
Summary
Japanese companies and the government plan to develop hotels at whistle stops, that will eventually become homes, schools, and infrastructure to support Japanese citizens and investments. The Japanese send a division of the Guangdong Army to defend their interests in the area.
EpisodeShow 62 - Supernova in the East I
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
Japan's structural and political weaknesses confused their development of a clear-cut policy on the China war, and the fact that the army and navy were only answerable to the emperor and not to elected officials or bureaucrats, creating a lethal flaw in Japan's constitutional system.
2:31:49 - 4:29:49 (1:58:00)
Summary
Japan's structural and political weaknesses confused their development of a clear-cut policy on the China war, and the fact that the army and navy were only answerable to the emperor and not to elected officials or bureaucrats, creating a lethal flaw in Japan's constitutional system. China's claims of an undeclared war against Japan are the League of Nations' practical test to prevent aggressive war.