WHAT IF? - Glitchtory

WHAT IF? - Glitchtory

Glitchtory is a speculative history podcast that explores alternate timelines and ”what if” scenarios that could have dramatically reshaped our world. From pivotal political events to cultural turning points, each episode rewrites one moment in history to uncover the ripple effects across time. With a cinematic tone and deep storytelling, Glitchtory blends real-world research with imaginative twists — challenging listeners to think critically, question accepted narratives, and imagine how close we may have come to a very different present.

Episodes

What if the United States never escalated the Vietnam War? In this episode of Glitchtory, we rewind to August 1964—when a single decision could have changed the course of American and global history. No Gulf of Tonkin Resolution. No massive troop deployments. No draft. We explore how one moment of restraint reshapes civil rights, counterculture, foreign policy, and the entire emotional blueprint of a generation. The Cold War still ...

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What If Napoleon Never Invaded Russia? Dive into a thrilling exploration of an alternate history where Napoleon Bonaparte, the ambitious French emperor, chooses not to invade Russia in 1812. This podcast unravels the ripple effects of this pivotal decision, examining how it could have reshaped Europe and the world. From the survival of the French Empire to shifts in global power dynamics, we speculate on the political, cultural, an...

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On July 20, 1969, the world held its breath — and then exhaled in triumph. But what if that moment never came? In this episode of Glitchtory, we explore an alternate history where Apollo 11, humanity’s boldest technological leap, ends not in glory but in silence.

From the crushing political fallout to the cultural void left behind, we trace the ripple effects of a failed Moon landing. How would the Cold War shift? Would NASA surviv...

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June 26, 2025 32 mins

What if the assassination of Julius Caesar had failed? In this thought-provoking episode, we explore an alternate history where Caesar survived the Ides of March and reshaped the world. Discover how his continued reign could have created an enduring Roman Empire, altered the course of religion, and transformed millennia of history.

Dive into a timeline where Caesar consolidates power, partners with Cleopatra and Caesarian, and merg...

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June 26, 2025 10 mins

Welcome to an intriguing exploration of music history with Glitchtory's What If series. This episode dives deep into the alternate timeline of The Beatles, the iconic band of the 20th century, examining a world where they never broke up.

This narrative, constructed from meticulous research and archival material, presents an alternate series of events spurred by a slight shift in the decisions surrounding their 1970 breakup. Journ...

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Welcome to the What If series by Glitchtory, where we unravel the delicate threads of history and ask, what if? In this episode, we explore the profound implications of a seemingly trivial moment—a rejection letter from an art school.

Imagine a century without genocide, without world wars, untouched by the shadow of one of history’s darkest figures. Dive into the fascinating scenario of Adolf Hitler being accepted into art school,...

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June 26, 2025 21 mins

Welcome to 'Glitchtory', a fascinating exploration of alternate histories where small changes lead to profound global impacts. In this episode of 'What If', we delve into a world devoid of the world's most beloved sport - football. Explore how a single meeting in 1863 London could alter the fabric of society, geopolitics, and even our everyday language. Instead of football, other sports and pastimes evolve to fill the void, but non...

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June 26, 2025 43 mins

In this episode of our 'What If' series, we delve into an alternate reality where the tragic events of September 11, 2001, were prevented. We explore the profound impacts of this version of history on domestic life, foreign policy, and global conflicts. Imagine a day that remained ordinary, with flights taking off and landing without incident, and no smoke rising above Manhattan's skyline.

The episode examines how averted catastr...

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