Published Nov 3, 2015

Hitler in Los Angeles: An Interview with Professor Steve Ross

Professor Steve Ross delves into the intriguing history of Hollywood's covert fight against Nazism, spotlighting the daring espionage efforts by Jewish spies in 1930s Los Angeles who courageously thwarted sinister Nazi plots, showcasing an era where politics, film, and community unity played pivotal roles in combating fascism.

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Hitler in Los Angeles: An Interview with Professor Steve Ross

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Hollywood and Politics

Nazi Arrests Unveiled

Espionage in LA

Historical Perspectives

Spy Operations Unveiled

American Espionage Dynamics

Nazi Plots Uncovered

Secrets of Espionage

Hollywood's Anti-Fascist Fight

Secrets and Surveillance

Fear and Paranoia

Hollywood and Anti-Semitism

Spy Training Origins

Spies in LA

American Perceptions of Fascism

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Hollywood's Political Influence

Jewish Espionage Efforts

Nazi Influence in LA

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Hitler in Los Angeles: An Interview with Professor Steve Ross

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Episode Highlights

Hollywood's Political InfluenceSteve Ross reveals the hidden history of Hollywood's resistance against Nazism in the 1930s. He explores the complex interplay of politics, espionage, and film that defined this era of activism.

Hollywood's Political Influence

Jewish Espionage Efforts

Nazi Influence in LASteve Ross uncovers the intricate Nazi plots in Los Angeles during the 1930s, revealing their sinister objectives and the counter-espionage efforts that thwarted them. He highlights the community's varied reactions, emphasizing the role of unity in combating these threats.

Nazi Influence in LA

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