Fidel Castro: Trouble in Paradise
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<p>A sun-soaked island nation known for its music, culture and stunning natural beauty. A shadow war of spies, sabotage and survival. A revolutionary leader turned strongman dictator, beloved by his supporters yet loathed by his enemies.</p><br><p>This is the story of Fidel Castro from cradle to grave and the country he called home.</p><br><p>Welcome to Cuba. Welcome to Fidel Castro: Trouble in Paradise.</p><br><p>Brought to you by award-winning podcasters, Noiser. Narrated by Paul McGann with contributions from eyewitnesses and expert historians. As featured on Real Dictators. </p><br><p>For ad-free listening and early access to new shows across the Noiser podcast network, join Noiser+. Click the subscription banner at the top of the feed or head to <a href="http://noiser.com/subscriptions" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">noiser.com/subscriptions</a> </p><br><p>Artwork based on an original photograph by Yousuf Karsh.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Recent Episodes
July 5, 2026
10. Emergency on an Airplane
<p>The end arrives. Embarrassed at a baseball game, the Maximum Leader responds with arrests and intimidation. We hear first-hand testimony from a Cuban on the receiving end of the violence. A nasty public fall and a painful ordeal in the air show that age and illness are catching up with the dictator. But even as a change of leadership finally takes place, can Cuba ever truly be free from Fidel?</p><br><p>A Noiser podcast production. Narrated by Paul McGann.</p><br><p>Featuring Michael Bustamante, Anthony DePalma, Lillian Guerra, Orlando Luis Pardo Lazo, Ileana Yarza.</p><br><p>This is Part 10 of 10. As featured on Real Dictators.</p><br><p>Written by Edward White | Produced by Ed Baranski and Edward White | Exec produced by Joel Duddell | Sound supervisor: Tom Pink | Sound design & audio editing by George Tapp | Assembly editing by Dorry Macaulay, Anisha Deva | Compositions by Oliver Baines, Dorry Macaulay, Tom Pink | Mix & mastering: Cian Ryan-Morgan | Recording engineer: Joseph McGann.</p><br><p>Thanks for listening. To discover your next immersive history podcast head to <a href="http://noiser.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">noiser.com</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
June 28, 2026
9. Down With Fidel!
<p>After a tragedy in the Florida Straits, a dramatic tug of war takes place between Castro and America - all centred on a five-year-old boy. A new leader in the Soviet Union comes to power with fresh ideas which terrify Fidel. The Berlin Wall crumbles, putting Cuba on the brink. As riots break out in Havana, rebellion is in the air...</p><br><p>A Noiser podcast production. Narrated by Paul McGann.</p><br><p>Featuring Alvaro Alba, Michael Bustamante, Anthony DePalma, Lillian Guerra, Irene Lopez Kuchilan, Orlando Luis Pardo Lazo, Rogelio Martinez.</p><br><p>This is Part 9 of 10. As featured on Real Dictators.</p><br><p>Written by Edward White | Produced by Ed Baranski and Edward White | Exec produced by Joel Duddell | Sound supervisor: Tom Pink | Sound design & audio editing by George Tapp | Assembly editing by Dorry Macaulay, Anisha Deva | Compositions by Oliver Baines, Dorry Macaulay, Tom Pink | Mix & mastering: Cian Ryan-Morgan | Recording engineer: Joseph McGann.</p><br><p>For ad-free listening, bonus material and early access to shows across the Noiser podcast network, join Noiser+. Click the subscription banner at the top of the feed or go to <a href="http://noiser.com/subscriptions" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">noiser.com/subscriptions</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
June 21, 2026
8. Miami Vice
<p>When a bomb goes off on a south Florida street, it bears all the hallmarks of a Cuban expert. Castroland is going international. As exiles flock to Miami, Fidel sets off on a globe-trotting mission - meeting Colonel Gaddafi in Libya and dispatching troops to Angola. But back at home, not everything is rosy. And when a bus driver rams his vehicle through the gates of an embassy, Castro will encounter a problem unlike any he’s ever faced before…</p><br><p>A Noiser podcast production. Narrated by Paul McGann.</p><br><p>Featuring Michael Bustamante, Nicholas Griffin, Peter Kornbluh, Orlando Luis Pardo Lazo, Rogelio Martinez, Rick Morales.</p><br><p>This is Part 8 of 10. As featured on Real Dictators.</p><br><p>Written by Edward White | Produced by Ed Baranski and Edward White | Exec produced by Joel Duddell | Sound supervisor: Tom Pink | Sound design & audio editing by George Tapp | Assembly editing by Dorry Macaulay, Anisha Deva | Compositions by Oliver Baines, Dorry Macaulay, Tom Pink | Mix & mastering: Cian Ryan-Morgan | Recording engineer: Joseph McGann.</p><br><p>For ad-free listening, bonus material and early access to shows across the Noiser podcast network, join Noiser+. Click the subscription banner at the top of the feed or go to <a href="http://noiser.com/subscriptions" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">noiser.com/subscriptions</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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<p>A sun-soaked island nation known for its music, culture and stunning natural beauty. A shadow war of spies, sabotage and survival. A revolutionary leader turned strongman dictator, beloved by his supporters yet loathed by his enemies.</p><br><p>This is the story of Fidel Castro from cradle to grave and the country he called home.</p><br><p>Welcome to Cuba. Welcome to Fidel Castro: Trouble in Paradise.</p><br><p>Brought to you by award-winning podcasters, Noiser. Narrated by Paul McGann with contributions from eyewitnesses and expert historians. As featured on Real Dictators. </p><br><p>For ad-free listening and early access to new shows across the Noiser podcast network, join Noiser+. Click the subscription banner at the top of the feed or head to <a href="http://noiser.com/subscriptions" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">noiser.com/subscriptions</a> </p><br><p>Artwork based on an original photograph by Yousuf Karsh.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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