How The Nazis Used Jazz As A Propaganda Tool

This podcast episode explores how Nazi Germany used jazz music as a propaganda weapon during World War II. The Nazis rewrote popular jazz tunes with derogatory lyrics to belittle Western leaders and demean marginalized groups. These songs were broadcasted to the Allies in an attempt to weaken their resolve. The episode also discusses the creation of the Charlie and His Orchestra propaganda band and the debate surrounding the motivations of its musicians. It highlights the final broadcast of Lord Haw-Haw, a British traitor who broadcasted Nazi propaganda, and the story of Iva Toguri, also known as Tokyo Rose, an American woman convicted of treason for her role as a broadcaster for Japanese radio. The episode also delves into the Nazis' propaganda campaign against modern art and concludes with the author's experience working with Tony Bennett on a book of memories, exploring his struggles with addiction and the importance of family support.