LEFT IN THE 90s: tv, movie, and book reviews with a touch of 90s nostalgia.
The Left in the 90s podcast is a captivating and thought-provoking exploration of the political and social climate of the 1990s. As someone who is interested in understanding the historical context of current events, this podcast has been a valuable resource for gaining insight into the left-wing movements and ideologies that shaped that decade.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is its thorough analysis and research. The hosts delve deep into various topics, providing detailed information and multiple perspectives on issues such as feminism, environmentalism, and globalization. Their ability to present complex ideas in an accessible manner makes it easy to follow along and engage with the content.
Another standout aspect of The Left in the 90s podcast is its interviews with key figures from that era. These interviews offer firsthand accounts and personal experiences, adding a human element to the historical narratives. It's fascinating to hear from activists, politicians, and cultural icons who were at the forefront of progressive movements during that time.
However, one potential downside of this podcast is its heavy focus on American politics. While it's understandable given the significance of U.S. politics during the 1990s, it would be beneficial to have a more global perspective on left-wing movements during that decade. Including discussions on international events or featuring guests from other countries could provide a more comprehensive understanding of the era.
In conclusion, The Left in the 90s podcast is an enlightening listen for anyone interested in exploring the history and impact of left-wing ideologies during that particular decade. Its well-researched content, engaging interviews, and accessible presentation make it an excellent resource for learning about this important period in political history.
It's a typical evening in Phoenix, Arizona. The desert cools as the sun dips below the horizon, painting the sky in shades of orange and purple. Families settle in for the night, unaware that their city is about to become the center of a mystery.. New episodes weekly! If you like what you hear, consider giving us a rating and review. Social Media @CasualxHistory - CH
Welcome aboard for our new history storytelling adventure! We're super excited to introduce you to a format that's short, sweet, and packed with interesting stories from the past. We really hope you'll dig it! So, grab your favorite snack, get comfy, and let's dive into some awesome tales from history together.
In the shadows of history, lies the remarkable tale of Sarah Edmunds. Who In a daring act of defiance transformed herself into 'Franklin Thompson' to fight in the American Civil War.. If you enjoyed this podcast make sure to leave us a rating and review! New episodes weekly. Social Media @CasualxHistory (Instagram, Youtube, Tiktok) - CH
In the year 334 BC, on the rugged terrains of Asia Minor, a young king stood at the precipice of history. Before him lay the vast Persian Empire, a colossus that had dominated the ancient world for centuries. This king, a mere 22 years old, was poised to challenge this goliath, His name was Alexander, later to be known as 'the Great,' this is listening to Casual History.. New episodes weekly. If you like what you hear be sure to subscribe! Social Media @CasualxHistory (Instagram, Twitter, Youtube) - CH
In the words of Franklin D Roosevelt, rebellion against tyrants is obedience to God. Welcome to Casual History, today we dive into the tale of Intrigue, betrayal & gunpowder with the gunpowder plot of 1605. If you enjoyed the podcast, consider giving us a rating & review! Social Media: @CasualxHistory (Youtube, Instagram, Twitter) New episodes weekly! - CH
In the early 20th century, the Osage Nation in Oklahoma experienced a dramatic transformation. Beneath their land lay vast reserves of oil, making them, per capita, the wealthiest people in the world. But this newfound wealth brought unforeseen tragedy.. Find us on social media @CasualxHistory & CasualHistory.com New Episodes Weekly! - CH
Imagine plummeting 10,000 feet into the amazon rainforest. The sole survivor of a catastrophic plane crash, beginning an unimaginable journey of survival.. New Episodes weekly! If you enjoyed this podcast, let us know by giving us a rating and review. Social Media @CasualxHistory CasualHistory.com - CH
In the early months of 1959, in the remote reaches of the Ural Mountains, a mystery unfolds that still echoes through time. Ten seasoned hikers, led by Igor Dyatlov, embark on a winter expedition. But what was meant to be a challenging trek turns into a baffling enigma. Their tent, found abandoned on the slopes, had been cut open from the inside. The hikers no where to be found, leaving behind a mystery.. New Episodes weekly! Social Media @CasualxHistory - CH
In 1872, The Mary Celeste was discovered adrift in the Atlantic. Sails billowing in the wind, with no souls aboard. This brigantine found in near perfect condition but eerily deserted sparked a mystery that has baffled the world for over a century.. New episodes weekly. If you enjoy the podcast, consider giving us a rating and review! Social Media @CasualxHistory - CH
September 7th 1876, in Northfield Minnesota. A group of men later identified as the James-Younger Gang attempted daylight robbery of the first national bank. This act, bold and reckless would mark a turning point in the life of one of Americas most infamous outlaws.. Jesse James.. If you enjoy what you hear, consider giving us a rating and review! New Episodes weekly. Social Media: CasualxHistory.com - CH
In the waning light of piracies golden era, one mans legend eclipse them all. Olivier Levasseur, an architect turned pirate whos cryptic final message has ignited the worlds imagination for century's.. If you like what you hear, consider leaving us a rating and review. Social Media: CasualxHistory (Instgram, Twitter, Facebook) New episodes weekly! - CH
Amidst the turbulent waves of the American Revolutionary War, a tale of espionage, courage, and unforeseen alliances emerge. A young enslaved man named James Armistead, was standing at the front of an espionage mission that could tip the scales of war. You're listening to casual history.. Find us on social media (CasualxHistory) Website: CasualxHistory.com New episodes weekly! - CH
In the heart of Santa Fe, a staircase spirals towards the heavens, defying the laws of physics and challenging the boundaries of belief. Today, we unravel the mystery of the Loretto Chapel Staircase, a marvel of engineering and a testament to faith.. New episodes weekly! Find us on social media @CasualxHistory - CH
The pages whisper secrets from the past. A manuscript lies before us, filled with the unknown script and baffling illustrations. Fantastical plants that botanists can't recognize, constellations that don't match our night sky, and enigmatic women wading through interconnected pools of water. An ancient book, both mesmerizing and mystifying, that has dodged comprehension for centuries. You're listening to casual history.. Find us on social media CasualxHistory New Episodes Weekly! - CH
In the heart of the unforgiving Antarctic ice, the stout ship Endurance finds herself ensnared by nature's icy grasp. As the crew braces against the bone-chilling cold, Ernest Shackleton, their unyielding leader, gazes into the endless white abyss, knowing the indomitable spirit of adventure will be their only hope of survival in the harrowing odyssey that lay ahead.. New Episodes Weekly! Find us on social media @CasualxHistory - CH
Imagine, for a moment, the world immersed in the deadliest conflict it had ever known. Picture a battlefield with guns roaring and bombs exploding, the sky filled with the stench of gunpowder. Amidst this chaos, there strides a man, not with a rifle, but with a sword in hand, a longbow slung across his back, and a set of bagpipes cradled under his arm. This is not a fanciful tale spun from imagination, but the true story of a soldier who was an anomaly in modern warfare, You're listening to casual history.. Find us on social media @CasualxHistory (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter & Youtube) New Episodes weekly! - CH
From baby races in bustling Toronto streets, to bats being drafted for World War 2 & the emperor who challenged the oceans gods. History isn't always about the big grand narratives. Sometimes it's about the strange, quirky & downright hilarious side story's that leave us an unforgettable mark. Buckle up for a ride through histories craziest story's on this special episode.. New episodes weekly! - CH
The passengers on Northwest Orient Airlines flight 305 are expecting a routine trip from Portland to Seattle, a mere 30 minute jaunt. Little did they know they were about to become apart of one of the greatest unsolved mysteries in U.S history. Dawning a dark suite, black tie & a briefcase this passenger isnt just any traveler. He's about to make aviation history, vanishing into the night sky, never to be found. This is the story of D.B cooper. If you like what you hear, give us a rating & review or send us a message on social media 'CasualxHistory'. New episodes weekly! - CH
Throughout the tapestry of human tales, the story of the Trojan War stands unparalleled — a grand epic where deities, legendary heroes, and human ambition converge. Venturing into this narrative, one is compelled to wonder: Were chronicles like Homer's Iliad the imaginative novels of their age? Were they rooted in actual events, only to be adorned with poetic grandeur? Such tales remind us that our understanding of history often dances between reality and mythos. Today we journey beyond legend to seek the truth encased within the fabled walls of Troy.. If you like what you hear or have subject suggestions let us know! New Episodes Weekly. - CH
May 20th, 1976 - A date that would haunt Stefan Michalak, an experienced prospector exploring Falcon Lake's rocky terrain. The Air, thick with mist, carried a mysterious hum, growing louder, more insistent. Unaware, Stefan inched closer to the unknown, his curiosity pulling him towards a discovery that would defy reality & ignite a mystery still unsolved.. New episodes weekly! - CH
In the dimly lit halls of the Louvre, as Paris slumbered on the eve of August 21st, 1911 a plot was unfolding that would send shock waves throughout the art-world. The Mona Lisa, Leonardo da Vinci's unparalleled masterpiece was about to vanish from its revered place on the museum walls. A theft so audacious, so brazen that it almost seems impossible. Who would dare to steal the most famous painting in the world? You're listening to Casual History.. New episodes weekly! - CH
A darkened room filled with the low hum of machines & in the center a man sits, eyes closed in a deep concentration. The fate of the nation hinges on this ability to see what nobody else can. His mind reaches out across oceans and depths, seeking a lost soviet submarine. Time is of the essence and the nuclear threat is real.. welcome to the mysterious world of 'Project Stargate'. Subscribe for new episodes weekly! - CH
It's 1932 & the world is in the grip of the Great Depression. On the vast plains of Western Australia, a conflict is brewing, but it's not what you think. Soldiers armed with machine guns, ammunition, and a mission, all focused on one unexpected enemy: emus. Welcome to The Great Emu War.. Subscribe for new episodes weekly! - CH
Welcome to Casual History, I'm your co-host Jacob and I'm here with my partner in time travel Jeffrey. Join us every week as we dive into the captivating tales of the past from epic battles to royal dramas & ingenious inventions. We're here to make history fun & engaging whether you're a history scholar or just love a good story. Because the past is too good to leave to the experts. - CH
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Did you know that the French tested 4 nuclear bombs in the Sahara desert? Me neither. Today we discover the legacy of those tests and why it matters today.
Having a bad day? Wait until you hear about these stories.
We have all seen the movies of art thieves doing gymnastics over tripwires and trying to steal a famous artifact or painting. Today we talk about some of the biggest Art Heists to ever REALLY happen in History. New episodes every week! Check us out on social media @CasualxHistory (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter)
Today we talk about the Deadly Dancing Plague, The World's Youngest Recorded Pirate, and how America's most powerful men created the deadliest flood on record. New episodes every week! Check us out on social media @CasualxHistory (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter)
Today we discover the true secrets of the eight thousand mile expedition of lewis & clark that changed The United States forever. You're listening to Casual History. New episodes every week! Check us out on social media @CasualxHistory (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter)
Alcatraz, AKA "The Rock" during its nearly 30 years of operation, inmates put that reputation to the test with a litany of escape attempts ranging from tame to outrageous. None of which were successful. Except for one.. you're listening to Casual History. New episodes every week! Find us on social media @CasualxHistory (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) - CH
Today we hear about the amazing true story of two men & how they survived the eruption of Mount St. Helens You're listening to Casual History.. New episodes every week! Find us on social media @CasualxHistory (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) - CH
Pythagoras - A famous Greek mathematician best known for the dubbed “Pythagoras Theorem” But back in his day, he was also known as a mystic and a prophet and was the founder of Pythagoreanism, a cult based on the teachings and beliefs held by Pythagoras and his followers. You're listening to casual history.. Check us out on social media @CasualxHistory (Facebook,Twitter,Instagram) - CH
The illusionist dubbed "The Great Lafayette" was the highest paid magician of his time. Wowing global audiences with dramatic illusions & tricks. But his mysterious death would change the auditorium & palace empire theatre forever.. You're listening to Casual History. New episodes weekly! Check us out on social media @CasualxHistory (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) - CAH
William Shakespeare, Arguable the most influential writer to ever live. Leaving behind In total 38 plays 2 narrative poems and over 134 sonnets. But, theres a twist in this story, one filled with mystery, ciphers & hidden identity.. You're listening to Casual History. New episodes every week! Check us out on social media @CasualxHistory (Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) - CH
A haze settled in front of Henry Tandy on September 29th, 1918. Out of the smoke he saw an injured & unarmed german soldier. He was ready to face death & seemed to accept it when Henry lowered his gun & let him go, never to be seen again. That man.. was Adolf Hitler. You're listening to Casual History. Follow us on social media @CasualxHistory (Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) - CH
The Germans gave her the nickname "Artemis" and the gestapo reportedly considered her the most dangerous of all the allied spies. Virginia Hall a.k.a "The Limping Lady" organized sabotage and rescue missions all across Vichy, France, paving the way for the allied invasion. Making her one of the baddest spies of World War 2.. this is Casual History. New episodes every Sunday! Social Media @CasualxHistory - CH --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/casualhistory/support
From the 1960s - 1990s Pellegrino Ernetti claimed that he helped create a time machine called the "Chronovisor" that he then used to observe the crucifixion of Christ. Out of all the Vatican's purported secrets, none may be more bizarre than the "Chronovisor".. New Episodes every Sunday! Check us out on social media @CasualXHistory (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) - CH --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/casualhistory/support
Season 2 - Episode 1 "The Shroud Of Turin" We are back!! Season 2 has officially begun & we have a set schedule, new episodes every Sunday. Thank you to everyone who has found us over the last year & continues to support. We're stoked to be back at it & we're ready to keep exploring! Check us out on social media @CasualXHistory (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) - CH --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/casualhistory/support
By 1928 the "New Yorker" had already dubbed Capone the greatest gang leader in history, hist brutality was legendary even during his lifetime. It was widely known, although almost impossible to prove that he had engineered dozens of murders. Today we learn about the infamous man's life & legacy.. this is Casual History. We're back!! New episodes every week. Check us out on social media @CasualxHistory - CH --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/casualhistory/support
In the summer of 1947, at the dawn of the Cold War, the U.S. Army Air Forces sent out a shocker of a press release, announcing they'd recovered a "flying disc" from a ranch near Roswell, New Mexico.. More than 70 years later, the incident remains a defining aspect of the area's identity. The town boasts UFO museum and research center, a flying saucer-inspired McDonald's, alien themed streetlights, even an extraterrestrial "Family" stranded in a broken-down UFO on the side of the State Route 285 Behind all the UFO mania lies an uneasy truth. The events that transpired that summer are anything but clear-cut, with admitted coverups and conflicting explanations.. what really happened in Roswell? Find us on social media @CasualxHistory (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) New episodes every Sunday. - CH --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/casualhistory/support
He appeared out of no where. He had no name, no memory and no past. He was the only person the FBI ever listed as "missing" even though they knew where he was. How could BK doe remain anonymous in the modern day matrix of observation.. you're listening to Casual History Find us on social media @CasualxHistory New episodes every Sunday - CH --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/casualhistory/support
On June 28th, 1914 an 18 year old student named Gavrilo Princip fired a pistol that changed the world.. you're listening to Casual History.. We both want to thank everyone for the recent support & growth you have been showing this passion project of ours lately. Let us know what you want to hear next! Check us out on social media @CasualXHistory (Facebook/Twitter/Instagram/Discord) - CH --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/casualhistory/support
You've seen it in pictures, the great Sphynx in Giza, Egypt standing about 65 feet high with the Great Pyramid as the backdrop. Tourists from all over the world flock to the site to witness the architectural feat, but what if there was more hidden beneath the surface? Some believe there is.. you're listening to Casual History.. Find us on social media @CasualxHistory (Facebook/Twitter/Instagram) - CH --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/casualhistory/support
Located in the western part of the North Atlantic Ocean lies an ominous and mysterious place. One thats been known as the devils triangle.. or as you might know it the Bermuda Triangle.. you're listening to Casual History.. We apologize for the last few episode delays. Life has been non stop but we're happy to be back! New episodes every week. Drop us a line & let us know what you want to hear next! Find us on social media @CasualxHistory (Facebook/Twitter/Instagram/Discord) - CH --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/casualhistory/support
In 1945 The United States had created the most destructive weapon ever witnessed in the history of mankind.. Today we find out how, you're listening to Casual History.. New episodes every week! Find us on social media (Twitter/Facebook/Instagram) @CasualxHistory - CH --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/casualhistory/support
One of the most famous Libraries in classical antiquity, today we discuss the Library Of Alexandria. You're listening to Casual History.. Find us on social media @CasualHistory & join our discord! New episodes every week! - CH --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/casualhistory/support
Today's podcast is based on the true story of the New York newsboys strike that became an inspirational tale on how kids, primarily orphaned boys, took on the publishing tycoons of 1899 & won.. this is Casual History New episodes every week! Find us on social media & join our discord @CasualxHistory If you enjoy what you hear make sure to subscribe and give us a rating & review! - CH --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/casualhistory/support
London, May 17, 1985: Oleg Gordievsky was at the pinnacle of his career. A skilled intelligence officer, he had been promoted a few months before to rezident, or chief, of the KGB station in the British capital. Moscow seemed to have no clue he’d been secretly working for MI6, the British secret intelligence service, for 11 years. You're listening to Casual History.. New episodes every week! Find us on social media @CasualxHistory - CH --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/casualhistory/support
Many jews who survived the holocaust went to Israel and Palestine to start a new life after the war. However, there were those who were eager for revenge because they believed that the courts at Nuremburg did not lead to justice. They were ready to act independently & by radical methods to punish the guilty. Today, we talk about the real live avengers.. If you enjoy what you hear make sure to give us a rating and review! Find us on social media @CasualxHistory (Facebook/Twitter/Instagram/Tiktok) New episodes every week! - CH --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/casualhistory/support
A Figure facing forward with outstretched arms holding staffs, its one of the best known Andean iconographic images. This figure was depicted on all sorts of media, stone, textile and ceramic as well as colonial paintings. The tradition can be traced back to Chavín culture with figures holding serpent staffs. The best known version of the staff deity is depicted on the gateway of the sun at Tiwanaku. Today we get into part 2 of the mysteries in the andes.. New episodes every Sunday! Check us out on social media @CasualxHistory - CH --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/casualhistory/support
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