The Manhattan Project: Birth of the Atomic Bomb Era

Host Jim Beaver dives into the gripping true story of the Manhattan Project—America’s top-secret mission that created the atomic bomb and reshaped global power forever. From the desperation of World War II to the explosive science behind uranium and plutonium, this Skoob Podcast uncovers how brilliant minds like Oppenheimer, von Neumann, and Szilard turned fear into firepower.

Explore atomic espionage, Nazi threats, scientific breakthroughs, and the dawn of the nuclear age—all in one powerful AI-powered short podcast. Discover the hidden story behind the Trinity test, President Truman’s revelation, and the Soviet spy ring that shocked the world.

Powered by Skoob, this AI Podcast blends rich historical detail with fast-paced storytelling for listeners who crave truth, suspense, and the untold forces that shaped America and the world. This US Podcast is produced using cutting-edge AI to make history immersive, accessible, and unforgettable.

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Timestamps:

(0:00) The Manhattan Project: Secrets, Science, and the Birth of the Atomic Age

(1:52) The Fear That Started It All

(7:29) The Computational Revolution

(13:54) The Moment of Truth

(20:36) The President Learns

(26:36) Secrets in the Shadows

(33:26) The Spy Ring Unravels

(39:34) The Cold War Begins

(46:27) Scientists Wrestle with Their Creation

(54:16) Legacy of the Manhattan Project