Podcasts about historians

The Greeks invented history in the West, and to my very great surprise there was actually one female Greek historian. Pamphile of Epidaurus's work was still read and well-regarded 800 years after her death. Sadly, we lost it at some point after that. Visit the ⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠ (herhalfofhistory.com) for sources, transcripts, and pictures. This is a special bonus episode normally available only to subscribers, but in March 2026 available to everyone to celebrate Women's History Month. This show survives on the support of listeners like you. Support the show on my ⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon page⁠⁠ (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=83998235) for ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, and polls. Or make a one-time donation on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Me a Coffee⁠. Your support helps me keep bring the stories of past women into the present. Join ⁠⁠Into History⁠⁠ for a community of ad-free history podcasts plus bonus content. Visit ⁠⁠Evergreen Podcasts⁠⁠ to listen to more great shows. Follow me on ⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠ as Her Half of History. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1. The Founding Mothers and Augustan Propaganda(1)Guest author Emma Southon notes that historians like Livy wrote during the reign of Augustus to reshape early Roman history to justify the return to monarchy. These writers aimed to portray Rome as the most virtuous and god-beloved nation. A primary narrative involves the Sabine women, who were kidnapped to populate the new city. Led by Hersilia, these women eventually intervened in a battle, acting as the "glue" that turned a war between enemies into a family conflict. Southon contrasts the virtuous Hersilia with Tarpeia, a "bad" woman who betrayed Rome for luxury. (2)

In honor of tomorrow's 98th Academy Awards show, we are joined by film historian and acclaimed New York Times bestselling biographer Scott Eyman on this episode of You Are What You Read. In this conversation, we take a look back on Hollywood history through the lens of Joan Crawford, Scott's latest subject in his new biography, "Joan Crawford: A Woman's Face". Scott is the author of eighteen books including the bestsellers "John Wayne: The Life and Legend", "Pieces of My Heart", and "You Must Remember This", which Scott co-wrote with actor Robert Wagner. Scott is a former literary critic at The Palm Beach Post and currently writes book reviews for The Wall Street Journal.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PRVIEW FOR LATER: Historian Paul Thomas Chamberlain discusses his book *Scorched Earth*, focusing on World War II's imperial dynamics. He emphasizes the Soviet Union's massive role, incurring 80% of European Allied casualties. (1)1944 NORMANDY

In this episode of our Historian Tour series, Braves Historian Sam Wallace takes us on a journey through every home ballpark in the history of the Braves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is money? It might just be whatever helps us do increasingly elaborate financial schemes. Historian of capitalism Dael Norwood joins Rob in the virtual bunker to talk about the current state of cryptocurrency in the broader history of our financial system, and what Delaware might try to do to legitimize flim flams, swindles, and other scams in the name of financial innovation.Show Notes:Congratulations All Around for FiskerNOCAP Middletown Town Hall on March 25th

Iran's new supreme leader is reportedly driven by apocalyptic beliefs, raising concerns the escalating conflict with Israel. Historians are also warning that some of the same patterns seen before the last two world wars may be emerging again. Europe is debating digital IDs and programmable currency, systems critics say could lead to unprecedented levels of global control. We'll break down these developments and more on today's edition of the Endtime Show. ⭐️: True Gold Republic: Get The Endtime Show special on precious metals at https://www.endtimegold.com📱: It's never been easier to understand. Stream Only Source Network and access exclusive content: https://watch.osn.tv/browse📚: Check out Jerusalem Prophecy College Online for less than $60 per course: https://jerusalemprophecycollege.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oxford historian Lawrence Goldman dismantles modern narratives about slavery, empire, reparations, and British identity | Earn up to 4 per cent on gold, paid in gold: https://www.monetary-metals.com/heretics.  Heretics Merch is finally here! Get your own: https://hereticsxandrewgold-shop.fourthwall.com/  Go to https://andrewgoldheretics.com to get exclusive content and the bonus questions. Visit Lawrence's History Reclaimed: https://historyreclaimed.co.uk  SPONSORS: Organise your life: https://akiflow.pro/Heretics  Earn up to 4 per cent on gold, paid in gold: https://www.monetary-metals.com/heretics/  Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at https://mintmobile.com/heretics  In this wide-ranging conversation, Oxford historian Lawrence Goldman joins the Heretics podcast to challenge some of the most widely repeated claims about slavery, colonialism, reparations, and British history. Drawing on decades of academic research and teaching at Oxford, Goldman argues that much of today's debate about empire and slavery is driven more by politics than by historical evidence. The discussion explores how slavery existed across almost every civilization, why the British Empire is often singled out despite broader global contexts, and whether the Industrial Revolution was actually built on the profits of slavery. Goldman also explains why many historians reject the idea that modern societies should pay reparations for events that occurred centuries ago, and why such policies may deepen division rather than resolve it. Along the way, the conversation touches on the Arab slave trade, the economics of abolition, the dangers of judging the past purely through modern moral standards, and how technological change helped make slavery obsolete. Goldman also reflects on the idea of Britishness, the legacy of parliamentary democracy, immigration, national identity, and the cultural tensions shaping Western societies today. This is a deep dive into the historical arguments behind some of the most controversial political debates of our time. #history #reparations #britishempire  Join the 30k heretics on my mailing list: https://andrewgoldheretics.com  Check out my new documentary channel: https://youtube.com/@andrewgoldinvestigates  Andrew on X: https://twitter.com/andrewgold_ok   Insta: https://www.instagram.com/andrewgold_ok Heretics YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewgoldheretics Chapters:  0:00 The Reparations Debate 5:00 Who Is Responsible for Slavery Today? 10:10 Slavery Was EVERYWHERE in History 14:30 The ARAB Slave Trade Explained 19:00 Why Britain Developed a Unique Social Culture 23:20 Did Slavery Fund the Industrial Revolution? 27:40 The Problem With Judging History by Modern Morals 33:20 Would Reparations Actually Work? 39:00 The £18 Trillion Reparations Claim 44:00 Is British Identity UNDER ATTACK? 49:10 What Does “Britishness” Really Mean? 53:00 Immigration, Democracy and Cultural Change 59:50 A Heretic Lawrence admires Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anna Komnene is not the absolute first female historian, but she's pretty close. Plus, she wrote a full length book which still exists if you care to read it today. She also lived through the First Crusade, not to mention centuries of slander. It's Women's History Month! If you support the show during March 2026, you'll be entered into a prize drawing for Her Half of History merch. See below for links! Visit the ⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠ (herhalfofhistory.com) for sources, transcripts, and pictures. This show survives on the on the support of listeners like you. Support the show on my ⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon page⁠⁠ (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=83998235) for ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, and polls. Or make a one-time donation on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Me a Coffee⁠. Your support helps me keep bring the stories of past women into the present. Join ⁠⁠Into History⁠⁠ for a community of ad-free history podcasts plus bonus content. Visit ⁠⁠Evergreen Podcasts⁠⁠ to listen to more great shows. Follow me on ⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠ as Her Half of History. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this interview with renowned Tudor art and cultural historian Professor Elizabeth Goldring, we go beyond the famous portraits of Hans Holbein the Younger and into his fascinating life — exploring the man behind the masterpieces. (Get early access to all historian interviews plus bonus content and the videos ad-free, so no interruptions at Patreon.com/BritishHistory)Elizabeth shared with me insights into Holbein's religion, his journey from Augsburg to Tudor England, how the Shrove Tuesday riots in Basel affected him, plus, his relationships, artistic challenges, and the enduring legacy of his work in British history.We discussed Holbein's contribution to how we see the Tudor court of Henry VIII, if the Tudors would have been as famous as they are without Holbein and how Holbein was pivotal in the beginnings of art collecting.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Holbein's Impact on Tudor History00:24 Holbein's Early Life and Artistic Beginnings01:20 Holbein's Move to England and Court Patronage02:16 Holbein's Personal Life and Challenges12:58 The Basel Riots and the Reformation's Impact on Holbein16:32 Holbein's Role in the Tudor Court and Portraiture24:33 The Realism and Flattery in Holbein's Portraits30:17 Holbein's Death and Legacy49:35 The Roots of Art Collecting and Connoisseurship in England54:59 Holbein's Influence on Modern Perceptions of the TudorsWhat to do next?Visit a museum to see Holbein's works up closeBuy Elizabeth Goldring's book on HolbeinExplore the history of Tudor portraitureWATCH THIS EPSODE ON YOUTUBE AT youtube.com/@britishhistoryThank you for listening to this episode, I hope you enjoyed it. There are many more history episodes here for you to enjoy including around 60 fantastic historian interviews with people such as Tracy Borman OBE, Gareth Russell, Helen Castor, Helen Carr and many more. Join my Patreon to enjoy ad-free, extended interviews with bonus content, Historical Book Club, early access to content, exclusive blogs, discounts on British History Events and more, all for £5/month.You can also give me one off support by donating at www.buymeacoffee.com/PhilippaYou can support me for free by commenting on this episode and subscribing to the podcast.Visit www.BritishHistoryTours.com for full details of history tours and events.⚔️⚔️⚔️⚔️⚔️About PhilippaPhilippa is a Historian and the founder of British History Tours and British History Events.Receive weekly history news (including links to new historian interviews) from Philippa by subscribing to my Substack at Substack.com/ ⁨@BritishHistory⁩I'd really appreciate your help in making this show the best it can be. I know time is precious but if you do have 10 minutes you can spare to fill out this anonymous listener survey, I'd be really grateful - http://bit.ly/britishhistorypodcast-surveyPhilippa founded award-winning Historic Tour Operator British History Tours in 2014. Find out about these luxury, fully-escorted, immersive historical experiences at BritishHistoryTours.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rusty and Louie talk some Bucky Ball, A&M Baseball is go time, and then Astros + Rangers.  Good hang out session.

What happens when the past starts sounding uncomfortably like the present? In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius Mirshahzadeh sits down with historian Tad Stoermer to explore the recurring cycle of power, resistance, and transformation in American history. Tad traces his journey from the military and Democratic politics into historical scholarship, explaining why moments of resistance often emerge when authority overreaches. Drawing from his forthcoming book, “A Resistance History of the United States,” releasing June 2, 2026, he connects today's unrest to earlier chapters of the American story. This conversation challenges conventional political thinking and invites listeners to examine current events through a longer historical lens, exploring generational memory, shifting values, and what tends to rise when societies reach a breaking point. In this episode, Darius and Tad will discuss: (00:00) Introduction to Tad Stoermer and His Work (02:53) Tad's Journey to Becoming a Historian (05:40) Understanding Resistance in American History (08:33) The Role of Values in Politics (11:40) The Dynamics of Resistance and Authority (14:12) Political Parties and Their Disconnect with Values (17:02) The Need for Change in Political Systems (20:06) The Founders' Vision and Its Flaws (27:08) The Dynamics of American History (32:19) The Evolution of Republics in the U.S. (37:33) Generational Memory and Historical Context (42:42) Youth Perspectives on Power and Authority (47:18) Resistance Dynamics: A Values-Agnostic Framework Tad Stoermer is a public historian and author of “A Resistance History of the United States”. One of the most widely followed public historians in the world, he reaches millions each month with work focused on the American Revolution and the enduring myths that shape American identity. A former U.S. Army Reconnaissance Scout and veteran of a decade in Democratic politics, Stoermer holds a PhD in History from the University of Virginia and is an alumnus of Johns Hopkins and Harvard. He has taught public history at Harvard, held major fellowships at Brown, Yale, and Monticello, and currently serves as a Lecturer at Johns Hopkins, a Visiting Scholar at the University of Southern Denmark, and Film and Digital Media Editor of The Public Historian. He splits his time between Denmark and Cape Cod. Connect with Tad: Website: https://www.tadstoermer.com/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Tad.Stoermer  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tad.stoermer/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tadstoermer/  Book: https://www.amazon.com/Resistance-History-United-States/dp/158642436X  Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine  Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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When President Trump signed an executive order classifying fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction, some who have lost loved ones to the powerful synthetic opioid applauded the decision. But a drug historian argues The White House is making serious mistakes in its approach to the crisis.In this episode of Grieving Out Loud, historian Dr. David Herzberg looks back at earlier substance crises in the United States and discusses what went wrong, what went right, and what lessons those experiences might hold today. He explores how history can inform today's policies, the unintended consequences of past approaches, and why understanding the bigger picture is crucial for tackling the opioid epidemic. By examining decades of drug trends and responses, Herzberg offers a perspective that goes beyond politics, helping listeners think critically about how America can respond more effectively to fentanyl and other substance crises.Explore David's website and books here. Dr. Herzberg says research shows that roughly 75% of people who use even the most addictive drugs like heroin and cocaine do not develop an addiction. This means addiction risk is shaped less by the drug itself and more by a person's circumstances, environment, and biology. That is why prevention, early intervention, and access to treatment matter so much. 1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) / Addiction Center (sourced from national survey data): “Approximately 25% of people who use illicit drugs develop an addiction.” — AddictionCenter.com, sourced from national substance use data2. Peer-reviewed academic literature: Schlag, A.K. (2020). “Percentages of problem drug use and their implications for policy making: A review of the literature.” International Journal of Drug Policy. Key finding: “The majority of drug use is episodic, transient and generally non-problematic.”If you enjoyed this episode, check out the following: How Do We End the Fentanyl Epidemic? A Candid Conversation with a Former DEA ChiefCan We Save Lives While Cutting Funding? A Tough Conversation at the TopHe Send a textBehind every number is a story of a life cut short, a family shattered, and a community devastated.They were...daughterssonsmothersfathersfriendswiveshusbandscousinsboyfriendsgirlfriends.They were More Than Just A Number. Support the showConnect with Angela Follow Grieving Out Loud Follow Emily's Hope Read Angela's Blog Subscribe to Grieving Out Loud/Emily's Hope Updates Suggest a Guest For more episodes and information, just go to our website, emilyshope.charityWishing you faith, hope and courage!Podcast producers:Casey Wonnenberg King & Kayli Fitz

In recent surveys, one in four Canadians say they have no religion. A century ago, Canada was widely considered to be a Christian nation, and the vast majority of Canadians claimed they were devoutly religious. But some were determined to resist. In the 1920s and '30s, groups of militant unbelievers formed across Canada to push back against the dominance of religion. Towards a Godless Dominion: Unbelief in Interwar Canada by Dr. Elliot B. Hanowski (McGill-Queen's University Press, 2023), explores both anti-religious activism and the organized opposition unbelievers faced from Christian Canada during the interwar period. Despite Christianity's prominence, anti-religious ideas were propagated by lectures in theatres, through newspapers, and out on the streets. Secularist groups in Montreal, Toronto, Winnipeg, and Vancouver actively tried to win people away from religious belief. Looking at interwar controversies around religion, Hanowski shows how unbelievers were able to use these conflicts to get their skeptical message across to the public. Challenging the stereotype of Canada as a tolerant, secular nation, Towards a Godless Dominion returns to a time when intolerant forms of Christianity ruled a country that was considered more religious than the United States. Dr. Elliot Hanowski is an academic librarian at the University of Manitoba with a doctorate in Canadian history and one of the founders of the International Society for Historians of Atheism, Secularism, and Humanism. His research focuses specifically on the history of unbelief in Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

A federal judge in Indiana will not allow the government to seek the death penalty for a Terre Haute man charged with killing a police officer. Top Indiana Republicans are formalizing ties between their state offices and the conservative activist group Turning Point USA. Doxxing is when someone posts personal identifying information about another person on social media with the intent to cause harm. Indianapolis Public Schools board member Gayle Cosby is stepping down. Law enforcement in Indianapolis is making plans to keep young people safe during spring break. The Greater Indianapolis Branch of the NAACP has come out against the proposed data center in Martindale-Brightwood, a historically Black community on the northeast side of the city. Historians in Indianapolis are uncovering a visual record of the city's past from an unlikely source — crime scene photos. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. WFYI News Now is produced by Zach Bundy, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.

What's it like to restore screen-used Knight Rider KITT cars? Or the actual production-used F.L.A.G. semi tractor AND trailer?? Find out tonight when we chat with Joe Huth of @knight_rider_historians on @latenightplayset Questions, comments, just want to join the conversation? Jump in the chat LIVE on Facebook & YouTube • LIVE @ 5P pacific.#latenightplayset #jryan #talkshowpodcast #coasttocoast #thankyou

The band Genesis is a lot of things to a lot of people. For most, the name evokes memories of the popular three-piece lineup, featuring Phil Collins on lead vocals, who peppered radio with numerous Top 40 hits and MTV with music videos like “Abacab,” “That's All,” and “Land of Confusion.” For others, they're the pinnacle of 1970s progressive rock, led by charismatic lead singer Peter Gabriel, who left the band in 1975 and refashioned himself into a pop hit machine equal to his old band, leaving his fingerprint on pop culture with hits like “Solsbury Hill,” “Shock the Monkey,” and “Sledgehammer.” What many casual listeners may not know is that the band came together while the Beatles were still in mop tops and issued their debut single in the shadow of “The Magical Mystery Tour.” In his latest article for the Strange Brew, author Scott G. Shea takes a look at the genesis of Genesis. It's Part 1 of 2.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

Historian and friend of The Remnant Allen Guelzo has taken a breather from battling for the soul of the West to argue with Jonah Goldberg about the American founding, Edmund Burke, and—horror of horrors—Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel. Join Jonah and Dr. Guelzo as they explore Western civilization, barbarism, tradition, Marxism as romanticism, the Enlightenment, Locke, Lincoln, the great-man theory of history, and the fundamental cause of the Civil War. Show Notes:—The Golden Thread: A History of the Western Tradition Vol. 2—Previous Remnant with Allen Guelzo—John Courtney Murray: “The Return to Tribalism”—Georgios Varouxakis: The West: The History of an Idea—Secretary Marco Rubio delivers remarks to the Munich Security Conference—Jonah's book: Suicide of the West—Walter Russell Mead: “The Enduring Impact of the Abrahamic Tradition”—The Lost History of Liberalism—Kristol: “The American Revolution as Successful Revolution”—Barbara Tuchman: A Distant Mirror The Remnant is a production of ⁠The Dispatch⁠, a digital media company covering politics, policy, and culture from a non-partisan, conservative perspective. To access all of The Dispatch's offerings—including access to all of Jonah's G-File newsletters—⁠click here⁠. If you'd like to remove all ads from your podcast experience, consider becoming a premium Dispatch member ⁠by clicking here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bible sales are soaring. Christian Faith Defender Wesley Huff on why the West is rediscovering Jesus. Wesley Huff is a PhD candidate and leading Christian apologist specialising in the historical accuracy of ancient Biblical texts. He serves as the Director of Central Canada for Apologetics Canada and is the host of a YouTube channel dedicated to the science of faith. He explains: ▪️Why Christianity and interest in the Bible are rising again ▪️Why New Atheism may have left a generation in a meaning crisis ▪️How to think about suffering if God is loving ▪️Why humans seem wired to worship something ▪️How faith and evidence can be explored together 00:00 Intro 02:26 Why Religious Belief Is Suddenly Surging Again 06:30 The Hidden Debate: Atheism vs. Faith Movement 08:38 Why Humans Aren't Meant to Live Alone 15:14 Is the Bible Historically Credible? 20:07 The Biggest Misunderstandings People Have About the Bible 31:21 Who Actually Witnessed the Resurrection 36:03 Were the Stories of Jesus Invented? 41:42 If God Exists, Why Does Suffering Exist? 01:01:15 Why Evolution Alone May Not Answer the Biggest Questions About Our Origins 01:11:29 Is Heaven the Point of the Bible - Or Is It Something Else Entirely? 01:13:03 Do Animals Have Souls? 01:18:36 If You Sin, Are You Automatically Going to Hell? 01:39:00 Does Your Religion Depend on Where You Were Born? 01:41:17 Does Prayer Actually Work? 01:44:31 Religion vs. A.I. - Could Technology Challenge Faith? 01:52:36 Why Young People Around the World Are Facing a Crisis of Meaning 01:59:35 A Message for Anyone Feeling Lost or Without Purpose 02:05:46 Why Questioning Christianity Has Changed in the Last Decade 02:07:06 How A.I. Could Transform the Future of Religion 02:12:23 From Paralyzed Child to Apologist 02:16:41 The Supernatural - Can People Really Speak to the Dead? Enjoyed the episode? Share this link and earn points for every referral - redeem them for exclusive prizes: https://doac-perks.com Follow Wesley: Instagram - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/7w6EJYB X - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/ajZPth YouTube - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/3uv9h7b The Diary Of A CEO: ◼️Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/  ◼️Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook  ◼️The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt  ◼️The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  ◼️Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  ◼️Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb  Sponsors: Function Health - https://Functionhealth.com/DOAC to sign up for $365 a year. One dollar a day for your health  LinkedIn Marketing: https://www.linkedin.com/DIARY  Shopify - https://shopify.com/bartlett

The global rise of the authoritarian right has confounded classification and led to contentious debates on the left. Do politicians like Modi, Bolsonaro, Orban, and Trump represent an extreme form of right-wing populism? Or are they fascists, as some claim? Historian and scholar of populism and fascism Federico Finchelstein argues that we're seeing something new — a phenomenon that blurs the lines between the two. (Encore presentation.) Federico Finchelstein, The Wannabe Fascists: A Guide to Understanding the Greatest Threat to Democracy UC Press, 2024 The post The Populist-Fascist Hybrid appeared first on KPFA.

In recent surveys, one in four Canadians say they have no religion. A century ago, Canada was widely considered to be a Christian nation, and the vast majority of Canadians claimed they were devoutly religious. But some were determined to resist. In the 1920s and '30s, groups of militant unbelievers formed across Canada to push back against the dominance of religion. Towards a Godless Dominion: Unbelief in Interwar Canada by Dr. Elliot B. Hanowski (McGill-Queen's University Press, 2023), explores both anti-religious activism and the organized opposition unbelievers faced from Christian Canada during the interwar period. Despite Christianity's prominence, anti-religious ideas were propagated by lectures in theatres, through newspapers, and out on the streets. Secularist groups in Montreal, Toronto, Winnipeg, and Vancouver actively tried to win people away from religious belief. Looking at interwar controversies around religion, Hanowski shows how unbelievers were able to use these conflicts to get their skeptical message across to the public. Challenging the stereotype of Canada as a tolerant, secular nation, Towards a Godless Dominion returns to a time when intolerant forms of Christianity ruled a country that was considered more religious than the United States. Dr. Elliot Hanowski is an academic librarian at the University of Manitoba with a doctorate in Canadian history and one of the founders of the International Society for Historians of Atheism, Secularism, and Humanism. His research focuses specifically on the history of unbelief in Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Joined this week by historian Susan D. Amussen, we take a close look at the historical evidence that confirms William Shakespeare as a real working playwright and actor in early modern England. Drawing from Susan's book What's in a Name?, we explore the documentary records—from theater company memberships and tax records to property purchases—that trace Shakespeare's life from Stratford-upon-Avon to London's vibrant theatrical world. We also compare the surviving evidence for Shakespeare with what we know about other playwrights like Christopher Marlowe, and discuss how historians interpret the gaps in the historical record. Along the way, Susan explains what the archives reveal about Shakespeare's work with the Lord Chamberlain's Men (later the King's Men) and how these records help historians answer the enduring question: how do we know Shakespeare is Shakespeare?

On this week's Merryn Talks Money podcast, host Merryn Somerset Webb speaks with financial historian Edward Chancellor about how energy constraints and geopolitical tensions could reshape markets, whether the artificial intelligence boom is a bubble and what it all means for interest rates. Chancellor argues that AI enthusiasm may be overextended, warns of rising long-term rates and sovereign debt risks and makes the case for gold, commodities, Japan and emerging markets over bonds and expensive growth stocks. Sign up to the subscriber event here: https://www.bloombergevents.com/ZZ3kna?utm_source=Podcast&utm_campaign=Podcast&utm_medium=Podcast&RefId=subSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In recent surveys, one in four Canadians say they have no religion. A century ago, Canada was widely considered to be a Christian nation, and the vast majority of Canadians claimed they were devoutly religious. But some were determined to resist. In the 1920s and '30s, groups of militant unbelievers formed across Canada to push back against the dominance of religion. Towards a Godless Dominion: Unbelief in Interwar Canada by Dr. Elliot B. Hanowski (McGill-Queen's University Press, 2023), explores both anti-religious activism and the organized opposition unbelievers faced from Christian Canada during the interwar period. Despite Christianity's prominence, anti-religious ideas were propagated by lectures in theatres, through newspapers, and out on the streets. Secularist groups in Montreal, Toronto, Winnipeg, and Vancouver actively tried to win people away from religious belief. Looking at interwar controversies around religion, Hanowski shows how unbelievers were able to use these conflicts to get their skeptical message across to the public. Challenging the stereotype of Canada as a tolerant, secular nation, Towards a Godless Dominion returns to a time when intolerant forms of Christianity ruled a country that was considered more religious than the United States. Dr. Elliot Hanowski is an academic librarian at the University of Manitoba with a doctorate in Canadian history and one of the founders of the International Society for Historians of Atheism, Secularism, and Humanism. His research focuses specifically on the history of unbelief in Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/religion

In recent surveys, one in four Canadians say they have no religion. A century ago, Canada was widely considered to be a Christian nation, and the vast majority of Canadians claimed they were devoutly religious. But some were determined to resist. In the 1920s and '30s, groups of militant unbelievers formed across Canada to push back against the dominance of religion. Towards a Godless Dominion: Unbelief in Interwar Canada by Dr. Elliot B. Hanowski (McGill-Queen's University Press, 2023), explores both anti-religious activism and the organized opposition unbelievers faced from Christian Canada during the interwar period. Despite Christianity's prominence, anti-religious ideas were propagated by lectures in theatres, through newspapers, and out on the streets. Secularist groups in Montreal, Toronto, Winnipeg, and Vancouver actively tried to win people away from religious belief. Looking at interwar controversies around religion, Hanowski shows how unbelievers were able to use these conflicts to get their skeptical message across to the public. Challenging the stereotype of Canada as a tolerant, secular nation, Towards a Godless Dominion returns to a time when intolerant forms of Christianity ruled a country that was considered more religious than the United States. Dr. Elliot Hanowski is an academic librarian at the University of Manitoba with a doctorate in Canadian history and one of the founders of the International Society for Historians of Atheism, Secularism, and Humanism. His research focuses specifically on the history of unbelief in Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/secularism

History lessons often focus on dates, events, and timelines. But when students understand why events happened, history begins to make sense!In this video, we explore practical strategies for helping students think like historians by focusing on cause and effect, perspectives, evidence, and historical reasoning.This episode walks through several ways to shift your instruction from teaching only the “what” of history to helping students understand the deeper reasons behind historical events.In this episode:Why teaching only historical facts can limit understandingWhat it means for students to think like historiansHow to start lessons with compelling historical questionsWays to model cause-and-effect thinking in historyUsing multiple perspectives to deepen understandingHow primary sources help students analyze evidenceConnecting historical events to issues in the presentA simple lesson structure that encourages historical thinkingBy focusing on the “why” behind history, students develop stronger critical thinking skills, build empathy, and begin to see how past decisions continue to shape the world today.Related Linkshttps://thesouthernteach.com/blog/history-lessons/Let's Connect!Listen/watch on YouTubeShop TPT ResourcesInstagramWebsiteAmazonMentioned in this episode:7th Grade Texas History Guided Curriculum (Growing Bundle)A TEKS-aligned Texas History curriculum designed to make planning simple and instruction engaging. Organized units, ready-to-use lessons, and ongoing updates as new units are added! https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/7th-Texas-History-Grade-Social-Studies-Curriculum-GROWING-BUNDLE-TEKS-Aligned-150624235 Social Studies Guided NotesGet guided notes covering 5 common social studies topics that are low-prep and easy to use as reference guides, anchor charts, and more! Grab the Free Guided Notes!

Historian and royal biographer Andrew Lownie has been one of the most outspoken critics of Prince Andrew, portraying him as a deeply entitled figure whose own behavior created the scandal that ultimately engulfed him. In his research and commentary, Lownie has argued that Andrew behaved as though he was above the law and immune from consequences, a mindset he says was shaped by a lifetime of royal privilege. Lownie has described the disgraced royal as a “hypocrite” who repeatedly exercised poor judgment while relying on his status to avoid scrutiny. According to Lownie, this sense of entitlement also helps explain why Andrew maintained his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein long after Epstein's 2008 conviction, a decision that ultimately proved catastrophic for both Andrew's reputation and the monarchy itself.Lownie has also argued that Andrew's association with Epstein was not merely a casual social relationship but one that brought mutual benefits. In Lownie's assessment, Andrew's royal title gave Epstein legitimacy and access to elite political and social circles, while Epstein offered Andrew financial help, connections, and access to women. The biographer has suggested that the two men's friendship was built around overlapping interests in wealth, influence, and personal indulgence, describing it bluntly as a relationship fueled by “money and sex.” Lownie has further criticized the royal family for allegedly shielding Andrew for years, arguing that institutional protection allowed his behavior and poor judgment to continue unchecked until the Epstein scandal forced the issue into public view.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

Did Abnormal Refraction Doom The Titanic?In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of Review It Yourself, Sean sits down with renowned historian, author and TV presenter Tim Maltin to explore one of the most compelling alternative explanations behind the sinking of RMS Titanic — the Abnormal Refraction Theory.Drawing from his ground-breaking research in Titanic: A Very Deceiving Night, Tim explains how rare atmospheric conditions on 14 April 1912 may have distorted visibility in the North Atlantic. Could a natural optical illusion have delayed iceberg warnings, confused distress signals, and changed history forever?If you're searching for Titanic history, Titanic iceberg theories, or scientific explanations behind the Titanic disaster — this episode delivers evidence, clarity, and serious debate.A Deceptive Night in the North AtlanticMost Titanic discussions focus on speed, lifeboat numbers, or Captain Smith's decisions. But Tim Maltin's research introduces a fascinating scientific dimension:What is abnormal atmospheric refraction?How can mirage effects alter visibility at sea?Did false horizons hide the iceberg?Were distress rockets misinterpreted due to optical distortion?Could this explain the mysterious “nearby ship” debate?Blending maritime history, meteorology and survivor testimony, this episode re-examines one of history's most analysed disasters with fresh, data-driven insight.Whether you're a Titanic enthusiast, maritime historian, or fan of investigative book discussions, this is essential listening.About Tim MaltinTim Maltin is a leading British historian specialising in maritime history and the RMS Titanic. His research has been featured in international documentaries and media investigations examining the science behind the sinking.Connect with Tim:Website: https://www.timmaltin.comX (Twitter): @TimMaltinBook: Titanic: A Very Deceiving Night (available worldwide via major retailers)If you want the full scientific and historical breakdown of this theory, his book is a must-read.Tim's Book Recommendations (which Sean has ordered):-'The Ship That Stood Still' by Leslie Reade.-'A Titanic Myth: The Californian Incident' by Leslie Harrison.Why This Episode MattersThis episode is perfect for listeners interested in:Titanic disaster analysisAlternative Titanic sinking theoriesMaritime optical illusions and miragesHistorical myth-bustingIn-depth book discussionsIt's a compelling blend of science and storytelling that challenges what we think we know about Titanic's final hours.Follow & Contact Review It YourselfStay connected with Review It Yourself for more intelligent reviews, interviews, and deep dives into books and films:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reviewityourselfpodcast2021X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/YourselfReviewBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/reviewityourself.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.net/@reviewityourselfpodcast2021Email: reviewityourselfpodcast@gmail.comFor guest enquiries, collaborations, or listener feedback, email directly — the show welcomes thoughtful discussion and future topic suggestions.Subscribe, Rate & Support the PodcastIf you enjoy independent, in-depth conversations like this:Subscribe on Apple PodcastsFollow on SpotifyLeave a 5-star rating and written reviewShare the episode with Titanic history fansRecommend Review It Yourself on social mediaEvery rating, review and share helps grow the podcast and bring more expert guests to the show.If this episode changed how you see the Titanic disaster, don't keep it to yourself.Follow, subscribe, and join us next time on Review It Yourself — where we examine the stories you think you already know. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Historian and royal biographer Andrew Lownie has been one of the most outspoken critics of Prince Andrew, portraying him as a deeply entitled figure whose own behavior created the scandal that ultimately engulfed him. In his research and commentary, Lownie has argued that Andrew behaved as though he was above the law and immune from consequences, a mindset he says was shaped by a lifetime of royal privilege. Lownie has described the disgraced royal as a “hypocrite” who repeatedly exercised poor judgment while relying on his status to avoid scrutiny. According to Lownie, this sense of entitlement also helps explain why Andrew maintained his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein long after Epstein's 2008 conviction, a decision that ultimately proved catastrophic for both Andrew's reputation and the monarchy itself.Lownie has also argued that Andrew's association with Epstein was not merely a casual social relationship but one that brought mutual benefits. In Lownie's assessment, Andrew's royal title gave Epstein legitimacy and access to elite political and social circles, while Epstein offered Andrew financial help, connections, and access to women. The biographer has suggested that the two men's friendship was built around overlapping interests in wealth, influence, and personal indulgence, describing it bluntly as a relationship fueled by “money and sex.” Lownie has further criticized the royal family for allegedly shielding Andrew for years, arguing that institutional protection allowed his behavior and poor judgment to continue unchecked until the Epstein scandal forced the issue into public view.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

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Fluent Fiction - Italian: Carnival Dreams: Balancing History and Joy in Venezia Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-03-07-08-38-19-it Story Transcript:It: Il cielo di Venezia era di un azzurro pallido, punteggiato qua e là da soffici nuvole bianche.En: The sky of Venezia was a pale blue, dotted here and there with soft white clouds.It: I canali luccicavano sotto il sole di fine inverno.En: The canals shimmered under the late winter sun.It: Le gondole scivolavano lente sull'acqua, mentre le luci dei lampioni si riflettevano come piccole stelle danzanti.En: The gondolas glided slowly on the water, while the lights from the lampposts reflected like small dancing stars.It: Il Carnevale era nel pieno del suo splendore.En: The Carnevale was in full splendor.It: Luca e Gianna erano arrivati a Venezia quella mattina presto, pieni di entusiasmo e aspettative.En: Luca and Gianna had arrived in Venezia early that morning, full of enthusiasm and expectations.It: Le strade erano un caleidoscopio di colori: maschere di ogni forma e costume, musiche allegre e coriandoli ovunque.En: The streets were a kaleidoscope of colors: masks of every shape and costume, cheerful music, and confetti everywhere.It: Luca si fermò, affascinato dai dettagli delle maschere storiche esposte nei negozi.En: Luca stopped, fascinated by the details of the historical masks displayed in the shops.It: Voleva scoprire il mistero e la tradizione che si celavano dietro quegli antichi artefatti.En: He wanted to discover the mystery and tradition hidden behind those ancient artifacts.It: "Gianna, guarda queste maschere. Sono incredibili! Ti immagini quante storie possono raccontare?" disse Luca, sognante.En: "Gianna, look at these masks. They're incredible! Can you imagine how many stories they can tell?" said Luca, dreamily.It: Gianna alzò le spalle e sorrise.En: Gianna shrugged and smiled.It: Era impaziente di immergersi nella musica e nella vivace energia della festa.En: She was eager to immerse herself in the music and lively energy of the festival.It: "Siamo qui per divertirci, Luca. Andiamo a vedere la parata! E poi, c'è quel ballo mascherato stasera... sarà incredibile!"En: "We are here to have fun, Luca. Let's go see the parade! And then, there's that masked ball tonight... it will be amazing!"It: Luca esitò.En: Luca hesitated.It: Si sentiva combattuto.En: He felt torn.It: Voleva seguire il richiamo della storia e della cultura, ma non voleva nemmeno deludere Gianna.En: He wanted to follow the call of history and culture, but he also didn't want to disappoint Gianna.It: "Forse possiamo fare entrambe le cose? Magari prima il tour storico e poi... il ballo?"En: "Maybe we can do both? Perhaps the historical tour first and then... the ball?"It: Gianna lo guardò negli occhi e annuì.En: Gianna looked into his eyes and nodded.It: "Ci sto. Ma perderai il tuo cappello di velluto nel ballo, signor storico."En: "I'm in. But you will lose your velvet hat at the ball, Mr. Historian."It: Rise, e la sua risata era contagiosa, come sempre.En: She laughed, and her laughter was contagious, as always.It: Passarono il pomeriggio a esplorare i palazzi antichi, ascoltando storie di epoche passate, di nobili e maschere segrete.En: They spent the afternoon exploring the ancient palaces, listening to stories of past eras, nobles, and secret masks.It: Luca trovò una profonda connessione con quei luoghi, mentre Gianna, a sorpresa, iniziava a provare interesse per quei racconti affascinanti.En: Luca found a deep connection with those places, while Gianna, to her surprise, started to develop an interest in those fascinating stories.It: Quando la sera scese su Venezia, le luci delle lanterne illuminarono la città come un incantesimo.En: When evening fell over Venezia, the lantern lights illuminated the city like a spell.It: Il ballo mascherato era in una sala magnificamente decorata, piena di persone vestite con costumi elaborati.En: The masked ball was in a magnificently decorated hall, full of people dressed in elaborate costumes.It: Gianna brillava con il suo abito colorato e la sua maschera scintillante.En: Gianna shined in her colorful dress and sparkling mask.It: Luca, per una volta, abbandonò i suoi pensieri sulla storia e si lasciò andare al divertimento.En: Luca, for once, set aside his thoughts on history and embraced the enjoyment.It: Ballarono insieme tutta la notte, mescolandosi alle risate e ai suoni del Carnevale.En: They danced together all night, blending into the laughter and sounds of the Carnevale.It: Luca si accorse che, a volte, vivere il momento è la storia più importante di tutte.En: Luca realized that sometimes, living the moment is the most important story of all.It: Gianna, d'altro canto, si rese conto che conoscere le origini di ciò che li circondava arricchiva l'esperienza.En: Gianna, on the other hand, realized that knowing the origins of what surrounded them enriched the experience.It: Mentre la notte svaniva e l'alba cominciava a tingere il cielo, Luca e Gianna si fermarono su un ponte, guardando le prime luci del giorno riflettersi sull'acqua del canale.En: As the night faded and dawn began to tint the sky, Luca and Gianna stopped on a bridge, watching the first light of day reflect on the canal water.It: "Grazie per oggi," disse lei.En: "Thank you for today," she said.It: "È stato... perfetto."En: "It was... perfect."It: Luca sorrise, sentendo un calore nuovo dentro di sé.En: Luca smiled, feeling a new warmth inside him.It: "Insieme siamo riusciti a godere di tutto," rispose.En: "Together we managed to enjoy everything," he replied.It: "La storia e l'allegria."En: "The history and the joy."It: E così, mano nella mano, si prepararono a salutare il Carnevale, con un cuore pieno di ricordi e una nuova comprensione la nascente sull'importanza di vivere combinando le passioni di entrambi.En: And so, hand in hand, they prepared to bid farewell to the Carnevale, with hearts full of memories and a newfound understanding of the importance of living by combining both their passions. Vocabulary Words:the sky: il cielopale: pallidodot: punteggiaresoft: sofficiglide: scivolaresplendor: splendorethe gondola: la gondolashimmer: luccicareenthusiasm: entusiasmoexpectation: aspettativathe kaleidoscope: il caleidoscopiocheerful: allegrethe mask: la mascherahistorical: storicothe artifact: l'artefattodreamily: sognanteimmerse: immergersilively: vivacehesitate: esitaretorn: combattutomystery: misterofascinating: affascinantithe lantern: la lanternaelaborate: elaboratisparkling: scintillantethe noble: il nobileembrace: abbozzareenriched: arricchirethe dawn: l'albamagnificent: magnificamente

Dr. Ezra Sidran, author of My Wicked Hometown:  The Hidden History Of Davenport, Iowa, joins the "ROI" team to discuss his book.The host for this edition is John Kealey, and the history buffs are Rick Sweet and Ed Broders.Opinions expressed in this program are those of the hosts and the guest(s), and not necessarily those of KALA-FM or St. Ambrose University. This program is recorded at KALA-FM, St. Ambrose University, Davenport, Iowa, USA!

Hosts and Commonweal contributors Daniel Steinmetz-Jenkins and Nick Tabor chat with Jonathan Sheehan, professor of European history at UC Berkeley, about his new book, On the Altar: A History of Sacrifice from the Sacred to the Secular (Princeton University Press). Together, they explore the long, contested history of Christian sacrifice, from the early church and the cult of the martyrs through the Reformation and into the secular modern world—and discuss what the language of sacrifice still offers us today.   Episode production and original music by Joel Myers.

Historian and royal biographer Andrew Lownie has been one of the most outspoken critics of Prince Andrew, portraying him as a deeply entitled figure whose own behavior created the scandal that ultimately engulfed him. In his research and commentary, Lownie has argued that Andrew behaved as though he was above the law and immune from consequences, a mindset he says was shaped by a lifetime of royal privilege. Lownie has described the disgraced royal as a “hypocrite” who repeatedly exercised poor judgment while relying on his status to avoid scrutiny. According to Lownie, this sense of entitlement also helps explain why Andrew maintained his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein long after Epstein's 2008 conviction, a decision that ultimately proved catastrophic for both Andrew's reputation and the monarchy itself.Lownie has also argued that Andrew's association with Epstein was not merely a casual social relationship but one that brought mutual benefits. In Lownie's assessment, Andrew's royal title gave Epstein legitimacy and access to elite political and social circles, while Epstein offered Andrew financial help, connections, and access to women. The biographer has suggested that the two men's friendship was built around overlapping interests in wealth, influence, and personal indulgence, describing it bluntly as a relationship fueled by “money and sex.” Lownie has further criticized the royal family for allegedly shielding Andrew for years, arguing that institutional protection allowed his behavior and poor judgment to continue unchecked until the Epstein scandal forced the issue into public view.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Episode 662 also features an E.W. Poetic Piece titled, "Wonderous Dove." Our music this go round is provided by these wonderful artists: Thelonious Monk, Shi Shi, Frank Turner, Vampire Weekend, Branford Marsalis and Terence Blanchard. Commercial Free, Small Batch Radio Crafted in the West Mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania... Heard All Over The World. Tell Your Friends and Neighbors.

Historian and American monarchist Charles Coulombe joins Damian Thompson to make the case for traditional monarchies. He argues that monarchs are unjustly cast as tyrants, when they should be seen as defenders of tradition – especially in an era of secular western politicians who seem to hate the countries they serve. Charles even goes further to suggest such type of rule is ‘natural'. But how can popular support for monarchies survive in the modern age? Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts. Go to spectator.co.uk/adfree to find out more.For more Spectator podcasts, go to spectator.co.uk/podcasts. Contact us: podcast@spectator.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Garrison Marks is a historian, whose latest book is Thy Will Be Done: George Washington's Legacy of Slavery and the Fight for American Memory. Show notes: John Garrison Marks Thy Will Be Done: George Washington's Legacy of Slavery and the Fight for American Memory DEVONthink Charles Sumner: Conscience of a Nation Learn more about Scrivener, and check out the ebook Take Control of Scrivener. If you like the podcast, please follow it on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app. Leave a rating or review, and tell your friends. And check out past episodes of Write Now with Scrivener.

Dr. Rebecca Crumpler was the first Black woman to become a physician in the United States. Working in the aftermath of the Civil War, she made immense contributions to public health, despite the racism and sexism she faced. We'll trace the course of her remarkable life and work with in a story brought to us by the podcast Lost Women of Science, hosted by Katie Hafner and producer Dominique Janee. Featuring: Dr. Melody McCloud, Physician and author of _Black Women's Wellness_ Dr. Joan Reede, Dean for Diversity and Community Partnership at Harvard Medical School Jim Downs, Historian and author of _Sick from Freedom_ Victoria Gall, with Hyde Park Historical Society and Friends of the Hyde Park Branch Library Making Contact Credits Episode host and producer: Lucy Kang Executive Director: Jina Chung Engineer: Jeff Emtman  Digital Media Marketing: Lissa Deonarain Music Credit: "The Road From Home" by Sergii Pavkin from Pixabay Lost Women of Science: "Dr. Rebecca Crumpler, America's First Black Female Public Health Pioneer" Credits Producer and host: Dominique Janee  Host: Katie Hafner Managing senior producer: Barbara Howard  Audio engineer and sound designer: Samia Bouzid  Published in partnership with Scientific American Listen to the full episode from Lost Women of Science: https://www.lostwomenofscience.org/podcast-episodes/dr-rebecca-crumpler-americas-first-black-female-public-health-pioneer Making Contact is an award-winning, nationally syndicated radio show and podcast featuring narrative storytelling and thought-provoking interviews. We cover the most urgent issues of our time and the people on the ground building a more just world.

It's been called a new gold rush, but not of our external environment, which continues to be plundered, but of our internal environment — of our psyches. Historian of science D. Graham Burnett, one of the Friends of Attention, lays out what's at stake — and how they're organizing a movement to reclaim our attention. Please donate in support of KPFA and Against the Grain — which celebrates its 23rd birthday today! The post Fund Drive Special: Fighting the Fracking of Our Attention appeared first on KPFA.

“Can you have reconciliation in the present if you are not acknowledging what has happened in the past?” — Dr. Karen J. Johnson Historian and professor Karen J. Johnson joins us on the podcast to discuss how the practice of history draws us forth into courage and action. How can the study of history teach us to grow in our skills of courage and hope? Historian and professor Karen J. Johnson joins us on the podcast to discuss her recent book Ordinary Heroes of Racial Justice: A History of Christians in Action. Karen's calling as a history professor shines through as she teaches us about the tools of doing history and how this work can inform our everyday lives. Karen shares her thoughts on the way history can impact on our experience of faith, which we see firsthand through Karen's own integration of scholarship and faith. Her book highlights four important stories of racial justice work in 20th century America, and Karen draws out some lessons from these stories that we can take along with us. In addition — I'm pleased to tell you that InterVarsity Press is offering a discount on Ordinary Heroes of Racial Justice for listeners of this podcast. Just use the code IVPWSAP25 for 25% off and free shipping when you purchase the book at ivpress.com. You can find a link to the book and the discount code in the show notes. And if you listen to the end of the credits you'll hear an excerpt from our conversation where Karen offers her thoughts on not waiting for the perfect time to have kids. So jump right in! We're so glad you're here. — Ann Boyd For show notes or more information please visit our article at The Well. If you'd like to support the work of InterVarsity's Women Scholars and Professionals, including future podcasts such as this episode, you can do so at givetoiv.org/wsap. Thank you for listening!

In 1677, the longtime residents of the old and remote county of Albemarle in northern Carolina, a collection of cranks and dissidents who had fled from Maryland and Virginia and were used to living free of interference from the Carolina proprietors and the Crown’s tax collectors, revolted against new attempts to collect duties on tobacco. Quite astonishingly, they succeeded! And not without some history comedy along the way. In the long history of the Americans, it is easy to ignore Culpeper's Rebellion. Virtually all surveys of American history do. Albemarle was small, a literal backwater, and not even the most important part of Carolina. Historians of North Carolina, however, see it as a truer reflection of the American Revolution, a century later, than the other colonial upheavals of the 1670s. The Albemarle rebels were an early example, in their democratic tax-avoiding free-trading don't-tread-on-me resistance, of ideas that would later be taken up throughout English North America.  Subscribe to my Substack! X – @TheHistoryOfTh2 – https://x.com/TheHistoryOfTh2 Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfTheAmericans #158 The Free County of Albemarle #160 The Official Founding of North Carolina Primary references for this episode (Commission earned for Amazon purchases through the episode notes on our website) Lindley S. Butler, A History of North Carolina in the Proprietary Era 1629-1729 Noeleen McIlvenna, A Very Mutinous People: The Struggle for North Carolina, 1660-1713 Hugh F. Rankin, Upheaval in Albemarle: the Story of Culpeper’s Rebellion, 1675-1689

Jeff Chang, author of Can't Stop Won't Stop, joins the pod to reminisce about when hip hop moved from park jams to mainstream America in the 1980s. From "Rapper's Delight" to Run-DMC's crossover moment to Rakim changing the flow entirely and Public Enemy making it political, Jeff breaks down the turning points. We revisit the so-called golden era debate, why the 80s deserve more respect, and our nomintations for the best rappers of this time.  For more content like this, subscribe to Small Talk  Wanna go to Gen X Con? Sign up 

Are we living through the collapse of academic authority? Historian and independent researcher John Hart argues that the real breakthroughs in understanding—from WWII analysis to megalithic studies—are no longer coming from universities, but from ordinary people doing extraordinary scholarship. In this conversation we explore what Hart calls “the new Golden Age of Amateur Scholarship”—a decentralised intellectual awakening driven by curiosity, open archives, digital tools, and the freedom to think across disciplines. Areas to explore: Why institutional academia is losing cultural authority How amateurs are rewriting history, archaeology, and anthropology The role of open‑source intelligence and digitised archives Why cross‑disciplinary thinking is now happening outside universities Examples from WWII research, megalithic studies, and forgotten histories Whether this shift represents decline, renewal, or both What the future of knowledge looks like when anyone can contribute This episode is for anyone who reads, digs, questions, cross‑references, and refuses to outsource their curiosity. If you've ever felt that the most interesting ideas come from outside the academy—you're not alone.

As tensions surge after strikes by United States and Israel on Iran, an Idaho historian reflects on a life in Tehran before the revolution.

In August of 1914, the United States of America completed a man-made waterway through the Panamanian isthmus, linking the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans for the first time in history. But that engineering triumph was the culmination of decades of toil, conflict and death. In this first episode of a multi-part series on the Panama Canal, we trace the origins of its construction, beginning with the doomed French attempt and its tragic protagonist, Ferdinand de Lesseps.      SOURCES: Burton, Anthony. The Canal Pioneers: Canal Construction from 2500 BC to the Early 20th Century. Barnsley, UK: Pen & Sword Maritime, 2018. Charles River Editors. The Panama Canal: The Construction and History of the Waterway Between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. CreateSpace Independent Publishing, 2013. Diaz Espino, Ovidio. How Wall Street Created a Nation: J.P. Morgan, Teddy Roosevelt, and the Panama Canal. New York: Four Walls Eight Windows, 2003. Greene, Julie. The Canal Builders: Making America's Empire at the Panama Canal. New York: Penguin Press, 2009. Karabell, Zachary. Parting the Desert: The Creation of the Suez Canal. New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 2003. Keller, Ulrich. The Building of the Panama Canal in Historic Photographs. New York: Dover Publications, 1983. Lasso, Marixa. Erased: The Untold Story of the Panama Canal. Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press, 2019. Lindsay, John. Emperors in the Jungle: The Hidden History of the U.S. in Panama. 2003. Lopez, Sean J. Chokepoint: The Epic History of the Suez Canal. New Haven, CT: Yale University Press, 2024. Marlowe, Elias. A History of Panama: Canal, Conquest, and Independence. Albuquerque: University of New Mexico Press, 2012. McCullough, David. The Path Between the Seas: The Creation of the Panama Canal, 1870–1914. New York: Simon & Schuster, 1977. Morton, Levi P. “No. 105. Mr. Morton to Mr. Frelinghuysen.” Papers Relating to the Foreign Relations of the United States, Transmitted to Congress, With the Annual Message of the President, December 1, 1884, U.S. Department of State Office of the Historian, 5 July 1884,https://history.state.gov/historicaldocuments/frus1884/d105   Parker, Matthew. Panama Fever: The Epic Story of the Building of the Panama Canal. New York: Doubleday, 2007. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Max Hastings reports that historians emphasize the disorientation of landings, where survival often depended on a few heroic individuals amidst the brilliant but flawed logistics of the Allied planners. 12.1944 SWORD