Head to unpacked.bio/VoteJHN2026 to cast your vote for Jewish History Nerds in the Listener Choice Award for History Podcast before October 15th. Leon Trotsky was one of the most consequential figures of the 20th century, and one of history’s most reluctant Jews. Born Lev Bronstein in Ukraine, he rejected his Jewish identity his entire life, yet it followed him everywhere. With the anniversary of what's known as the October Revolution coming up, Yael and Schwab are revisiting one of our most popular episodes. It’s so packed with surprising twists and details that it’s worth a second listen even if you caught it the first time around. How to vote for Jewish History Nerds for a Listener Choice Signal Award: Create an account or sign in with your email at the top right of the page. Select Jewish History Nerds in the History category. Questions? Email us at nerds@unpacked.media. We're happy to help. Thank you.
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