The Life and Times of Frederick the Great

The Life and Times of Frederick the Great

Welcome to my podcast! This podcast takes the deepest dive that any podcast has ever done when it comes to a chronological series of Frederick the Great. Each episode is weekly and about 20 minutes. I intend to present history that has both academic content and a light tone. Email is aavdakov01@gmail.com Amazon Wishlist for books: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/UZK1RES5MF5F?ref_=wl_share For Ad-Free episode on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/frederick_the_great_podcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/fredthegpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frederick_the_great_podcast/ Feedspot Top 100 European History Podcasts: https://blog.feedspot.com/europe_history_podcasts/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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March 28, 2025 • 34 mins

In today's episode, we examine Frederick's book Instructions to his Generals, one of his most influential works on military science.

My Links: Online Version of the Book: https://archive.org/details/militaryinstruc00prusgoog

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In today's episode, we discuss the governing administration of Frederick the Great and the various ways he conducted his rule. You'll also learn of the shadowy figures behind the scenes that are not often told about when discussing his reign.

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February 11, 2025 • 45 mins

At long last, I am back! Today's episode is a summary of the War of Austrian Succession. The main focus is on the fronts in what is today Belgium and Italy. However, we will touch up on the fighting that took place around the globe.

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August 15, 2024 • 24 mins

This episode is in thanks to all who have supported me over the years. Thank You All!

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Generals and Napoleon Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/generals-and-napoleon/id1629218432

La Fayette We Are Here: https://www.lafayettepodcast.com/

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May 30, 2024 • 33 mins

In this episode, the fate of the Jacobite cause is at its high point before it falls into destruction. The drama is astounding in this one.

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I will be at the Seven Years War Convention in South Bend, Indiana on April 6th. More info is below, hope to see you there!

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March 10, 2024 • 24 mins

In this episode, we take a look into one of the most insane situations that took place during Frederick the Great's life and times: the Jacobite Uprising of 1745. This episode looks at the very beginning of the rebellion against Great Britain's government. 

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December 23, 2023 • 26 mins

In this episode, we discuss Frederick's involvement in Prussia's music scene, his own works, and an evening with one of the world's most important composers. 

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September 17, 2023 • 25 mins

In this episode, the Prussian Army fights two battles, Frederick fights in one of these, and he earns the epithet "The Great".

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August 31, 2023 • 30 mins

On today's episode we talk about one of Frederick's "great" battles: Hohenfriedberg. We also take a look at the military and diplomatic situation in the first half of 1745. This battle sure was a doozy to attempt to explain.

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We have a special guest today! Dr. Jonathan Abel is a professor at Fort Leavenworth who specializes in French history during the 18th Century. On today's episode, we focus on the interesting story of Maurice de Saxe.

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August 6, 2023 • 22 mins

Fritz invades the Austrian Province of Bohemia and begins the Second Silesian War!

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July 27, 2023 • 20 mins

In today's episode, we'll talk about the relationship between Voltaire and Frederick, the diplomatic situation during the time after the First Silesian War, and some military reforms in the Prussian military. 

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May 24, 2023 • 20 mins

Welcome back to the first regular narrative episode in a long time! Today, we focus on the British involvement in the War of Austrian Succession. In particular, we focus on the growth of the Pragmatic Army and the Battle of Dettingen. This episode ties in why I talked about the British so much over the last few episodes.

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On today's episode, special guest and writer of a dissertation, Rhun Hughes, and I talk about the historiography surrounding the history of Frederick the Great. What is historiography? Listen and find out!


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May 10, 2023 • 37 mins

The History of Frederick the Great still lives in Potsdam! Hear how Tour Guide Jonny Whitlam interacts with this history. 

Jonny's Links: Instagram; https://www.instagram.com/whitlamsberlintours/

Potsdam Tour https://www.whitlams-berlin-tours.com/potsdam-day-trip-from-berlin-palaces-parks-prussians-and-the-cold-war

Self-guided walk https://www.whitlams-berlin-tours.com/tips-for-your-trip/tag/Potsdam

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Can misinformation about the 18th century really be damaging? In this conversation with Brandon Fisichella, Public Historian/YouTuber, we intend to answer this question. Wait till the end for an actual positive ending on this show! 

Brandon's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandonF/featured 

 Joseph "Plumb" Martin's Memoir: https://www.perlego.com/book/110981/memoir-of-a-revolutionary-soldier-the-narrative-o...

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In this episode, I have a discussion with podcaster John Viscardo about the characteristics of Napoleon and Frederick the Great's reign. 

Generals and Napoleon podcast link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/generals-and-napoleon/id1629218432 

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For today's episode, we have a special guest. He is an expert in military history in the 18th century. Today we discuss a variety of topics but we mainly focus on what it was like for the ordinary soldier of Frederick the Great's army. I had a great time producing this episode and hope you enjoy it.

Dr. Burns' blog: https://kabinettskriege.blogspot.com/

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December 27, 2022 • 18 mins

In today's episode, we focus on Britain's war against Spain as well as its diplomatic entanglements in Europe. We also discuss the end of the term of Britain's longest-serving Prime Minister.

The Alexander Standard Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-alexander-standard/id1638022326

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