Episode Details
Back to Episodes
H-Bomb: Cold War Game-Changer
Season 1
Episode 16
Published 1 year, 8 months ago
Description
Welcome back to History Ignited! In this episode, Caroline, Andrew, Amy, and Dave explore the fascinating development of the hydrogen bomb, a pivotal moment that reshaped global history during the Cold War. Discover the science behind this powerful weapon, the first test of the H-bomb, and its implications for international relations.
About History Ignited:
History Ignited is the award-winning kids and family history podcast inspired by Billy Joel’s We Didn’t Start the Fire. Each short episode explores the real stories behind the people, events, inventions, and cultural moments that shaped the world from the 1950s through the 1980s. Winner of the 2025 Webby People’s Voice Award for Best Kids & Family Podcast.