Podcasts about historians

I feel pretty well versed when it comes to World War II. I understand fairly well what was happening in Europe at least with Germany and whatnot. I know that the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941 (84 years ago today) was the event that drew the United States into the war. But Pearl Harbor wasn't bombed by Germany. It was bombed by Japan. Wait, what? Japan? What does Japan have to do with Nazi Germany and World War II? This week I sit down with Quin Cho, an expert on the Pacific Theater during World War II, to talk about what was happening in Asia leading up to that fateful attack on Pearl Harbor. He'll fill us in on the rising action, like the Mukden Incident and the Second Sino-Japanese War, that led to the collision of two different war theaters into one big, bad world war. Quin's books: "Rise of the Kwantung Army: Japan's Empire in Manchuria to 1932""Competing Empires in Burma: A Chronicle of the China-Burma-India Theater of Operations in World War 2"Support the show! Join the Patreon (patreon.com/historyfixpodcast)Buy some merchBuy Me a CoffeeVenmo @Shea-LaFountaineSources:The National WWII Museum "Pearl Harbor Attack, December 7, 1941"Office of the Historian "The Mukden Incident of 1931 and the Stimson Doctrine"Office of the Historian "The Chinese Revolution of 1911"History.com "Pearl Harbor"Wikipedia "Zhang Zoulin"Wikipedia "Mukden Incident"Shoot me a message! Shop for History Fix merch here to support the show! Support the show

EPISODE 644 - Marshall Fine - Journalist, Critic, Historian, Filmmaker, and Author of Hemlock LaneAbout the authorAfter a fifty-year career as an award-winning journalist, critic, and filmmaker, Minneapolis native Marshall Fine made the transition to writing fiction in 2024 with the Kindle best-selling novel, "The Autumn of Ruth Winters." Fine has written biographies of filmmakers John Cassavetes and Sam Peckinpah, directed documentaries about film critic Rex Reed and comedian Robert Klein, conducted the Playboy Interview with Howard Stern, and chaired the New York Film Critics Circle four times. The author currently lives in Ossining, New York. His second novel, "Hemlock Lane," will be published in November 2025.Book: Hemlock LaneIn this riveting story of family bonds and buried truths, a young woman's homecoming becomes a reckoning as four days together threaten to shatter the comfortable lies that have held her family together.In the summer of 1967, the Levitsky family convenes for a long weekend at their home in the suburbs―an idyllic holiday for the perfect family.But Nora has always known better.Growing up, she learned to tiptoe around her mother Lillian's explosive temper. Her father did the same. Nora's sole confidante was their housekeeper, Clara, and their bond has only strengthened through the years. In fact, it's all that's keeping Nora together for her homecoming. But under that lifetime of pressure, the facade is beginning to splinter.Over the next four days, everyone's secrets are at risk. None more so than what Nora really wants for her life, how Clara has helped her get it…and how they've orchestrated it all behind Lillian's back.As the family grapples with the complex ties that bind them, Nora discovers that facing the truth―however painful―might be the key to finally breaking free. This weekend, Nora's bravest act may be in knowing which bonds to cherish and which ones need to be gently set aside, making room for a future of her own choosing.https://www.marshallfine.com/https://amzn.to/4n9ZIEDSupport the show___https://livingthenextchapter.com/podcast produced by: https://truemediasolutions.ca/Coffee Refills are always appreciated, refill Dave's cup here, and thanks!https://buymeacoffee.com/truemediaca

Like many of you, I first fell in love with history through the movies. Dr. Jason Herbert hosted a podcast called Historians at the Movies, now retitled Reckoning with Jason Herbert, that focuses on films depicting the past and what historians think about them. We have a delightful conversation about some of our favorite history movies, what makes them good or bad, and what we can learn from them.Patrick is launching a brand-new history show on December 3rd! It's called Past Lives, and every episode explores the life of a real person who lived in the past. Be sure to subscribe to the feed now so you get our first three episodes delivered straight to you on the same day for our series premiere drop: https://bit.ly/PWPLAAlso, Patrick's new book - Lost Worlds: The Rise and Fall of Human Societies from the Ice Age to the Bronze Age - is now available for preorder, and will be released on May 5th! Preorder in hardcopy, ebook, or audiobook (read by Patrick) here: https://bit.ly/PWLostWorlds. And don't forget, you can still Get The Verge: Reformation, Renaissance, and Forty Years that Shook the World in hardcopy, ebook, or audiobook (read by Patrick) here: https://bit.ly/PWverge.Listen to new episodes 1 week early, to exclusive seasons 1 and 2, and to all episodes ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App https://wondery.app.link/tidesofhistorySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There are few claims more misguided than the idea that Genesis is myth. It gets repeated in classrooms and commentaries with an air of sophistication, yet it crumbles the moment you actually read the text. Moses was not a poet guessing at the heavens. He was a real man in real history who stood before the burning bush and heard the voice of the Creator. While the nations around him invented stories to fill the silence, Moses received revelation that cut through the darkness. Join us as Eric Hovind and Dr. Doug Petrovich expose the modern myths that cloud our view of Scripture and restore Moses to his rightful place as the first historian of creation. When you open Genesis, you are not reading legend. You are reading revelation, delivered to a man chosen by God to record the origins of everything.   Watch this Podcast on Video at: https://creationtoday.org/on-demand-classes/digging-up-genesis-moses-the-first-historian-creation-today-show-452/  Join Eric LIVE each Wednesday at 12 Noon CT for conversations with Experts. You can support this podcast by becoming a Creation Today Partner at CreationToday.org/Partner

Rusty joins Louie on the D4 Land Services Hotline to recap the Texas A&M–Texas game, the Aggies' drop to No. 7 in the CFP rankings, and discuss Vanderbilt Football, Texas Football, Arch Manning, Heisman talk, Johnny Manziel, Texas Tech Football, Marcel Reed, Aggie players who are CFB award finalists, and Aggie Basketball. 

2014's Pompeii is all over the place. Designed to be a Roman apocalypse story with a star making turn by Game of Thrones' Kit Harrington, Pompeii fizzled at the box office. But strangely, it's a phenomenal film to talk about the Roman empire and the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Historian and archaeologist Dr. Steven Tuck joins in to talk everything this film gets right and wrong about Roman history. Easily one of our best episodes ever.About our guest:Steven L. Tuck is a professor of classics, who is currently head of classics at Miami University. He teaches many classics courses at Miami University, especially those relating to the arts.He received a Ph.D. in Classical Art and Archaeology from University of Michigan in 1997, and he is the author of the textbook A History of Roman Art. In addition to his teaching, he has lectured the general public at Classics at the University of Colorado Boulder, Yale University, the University of Puget Sound, Baylor University and for the Getty Villa. He has also appeared in the media discussing classics, including in a 2019 feature for Atlas Obscura on the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 C.E. and its impact on refugees and migration in the ancient world. For the Vergilian Society, he managed the Villa Vergiliana in Cumae, and organized educational programs there. He is also the author of the brand new book Escape from Pompeii: The Great Eruption of Mount Vesuvius and Its Survivors.

An interview with Dorie McCullough Lawson Michael Hill about the work of David McCullough

Historian and author Tim Rayborn joins us for a deep look into the strange, frightening and often forgotten legends that live beneath the surface of the holiday season. From the rise of Krampus to centuries-old tales of winter demons, ghostly intruders and night-stalking creatures, Tim walks us through the darker side of Christmas tradition and what these stories reveal about survival, morality and the human imagination. We discuss how frightening folklore once served as teaching tools, why these tales flourished in cold, pre-industrial winters, and the surprising ritual of leaving food or clothing to avoid becoming a monster's next target. We also explore how Victorian ghost stories became a firmly rooted seasonal tradition, why The Nutcracker was once much more unsettling than the ballet we know today, and how cultures outside Europe developed their own chilling winter rituals. Tim shares his favorite creatures, the most shocking tales he uncovered, and how modern culture has reshaped these old fears into festivals, parades and pop-culture icons. If you thought Christmas was all candles and comfort, this conversation may change the way you see December forever. You can find Tim's book, The Scary Book of Christmas Lore: 50 Terrifying Yuletide Tales from Around the World, at Amazon: https://amzn.to/4rNjt8r --- HOLIDAY ORNAMENT CONTEST Get in on the holiday fun and maybe win a great prize with your own creation. Get all the details at ⁠⁠https://jimharold.com/holiday2025 This post contains Amazon affiliate links that benefit Jim Harold Media when you make a qualifying purchase. Thank you for your support!⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amy is joined by Dr. Keisha Blain to discuss her new book, Without Fear: Black Women and the Making of Human Rights, shining a light on unsung heroines of activism and the critical importance of preserving history in our precarious political landscape.Donate to Breaking Down PatriarchyDr. Keisha Blain is an award-winning historian of the 20th century United States. She is a Professor of History and Africana Studies at Brown University, as well as one of the founding leaders of the African American Intellectual History Society, and she serves as the editor-in-chief of Global Black Thought, a journal of essays on Black ideas, theories, and intellectuals.Blain is the author of the books Set the World on Fire: Black Nationalist Women and the Global Struggle for Freedom, and Until I Am Free: Fannie Lou Hamer's Enduring Message to America. And her most recent book, which we'll be discussing today, is titled Without Fear: Black Women and the Making of Human Rights and it was published just this September.

Author/Historian Daniel Bessner discusses his favorite dystopian films with Josh Olson and Joe Dante. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

That's not something you expect to hear in an interview. But the prize-winning author of All That She Carried, Tiya Miles did not hesitate to say these words to IDEAS host, Nahlah Ayed. What prompted the moment was this question Nahlah asked: "You have this term 'liberation theology.' Is your book a kind of liberation history?" Tiya replied: "Oh my goodness, Nahlah. I love you!" And went on to say that her approach to history is all about liberation. Their conversation resonated with many listeners, including a potter in Australia who shares how this story sustains him after the loss of his wife. We also hear from a listening club in Nova Scotia who gather to discuss IDEAS episodes, and we find out how this program inspires everything from sonnets, to art and to recreating historic feasts. *This is the second episode in our 60th anniversary week-long series.

After Algoma Steel's shocking decision to lay off 1,000 workers, Alex takes a deeper look at the story behind one of Canada's most storied industrial giants. How did a company that helped power generations of families in Sault Ste. Marie — end up here? To understand Algoma's rise, its struggles, and why this moment matters far beyond Northern Ontario, Alex is joined by historian Duncan McDowall, author of Steel at the Sault. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wild West Historian Mark Lee Gardner's newest title--his 12th--is "BROTHERS OF THE GUN: Wyatt Earp, Doc Holliday, and a Reckoning in Tombstone."  He focuses on the friendship between the two men and uses new research to provide a detailed account of their lives, their involvement in the politics of the Old West, and the famous O.K. Corral gunfight in Tombstone, AZ.  As an authority on the American Old West, Gardner has appeared on numerous television programs and other media, including the hit Netflix docuseries, "Wyatt Earp and the Cowboy War." 

In episode 223, Dan and Michael chat with Sara Evers about her new TRSE article titled, “Whose historical thinking? Representation of women in the Digital Inquiry Group's Reading Like a Historian world history curriculum.”

Ireland has no shortage of stately manors, but as Irish Stew hosts Martin Nutty and John Lee learned, no other historic property has a legacy like Co. Offaly's Birr Castle Demesne, which for generations has been an incubator of breakthroughs in engineering and science.With local historian and educator Brian Kennedy as their guide, the podcasters share the story of the Victorian-era, steampunk-style construction of timber, iron, and stonework that was the world's largest telescope from 1845 to 1917. Built by William Parsons, the 3rd Earl of Rosse, “The Leviathan of Parsonstown” as it became known is a 20-foot-tall engineering marvel that enabled the Earl to map light-years distant nebulae with stunning accuracy that rivals modern Hubble telescope images.Brian points out that the Parsons family's 400-year legacy includes what's thought to be one of the world's earliest surviving suspension bridges on the grounds, Charles Parsons' invention of the steam turbine, and the work of photography pioneer Mary Wilmer Field, the 3rd Countess of Rosse.Her 1850s glass plate photographs are preserved in Ireland's Historic Science Centre at Birr, which not only tells the Birr science story in historical artifacts and interactive displays, but that of Ireland as well.And Birr is still writing that science story today as it hosts the Irish station of the Europe-wide LOFAR radio telescope network, which in 2018 observed for the first time a billion-year-old red-dwarf, flare star.Add botany and horticulture to the science mix with multi-generational botanical treasures on display across the expansive grounds including 17th-century box hedges (among the world's tallest), specimens from China and South America, and Victorian glasshouses under restoration.“There's something in bloom every day of the year, throughout the whole year of plants from right throughout the world.” Brian says.The conversation wraps with a discussion of the town's transformation from "Parsonstown" back to its original Irish name, its connection to St. Brendan's monastery, the charming town's rich Georgian heritage, and things to see and do “off the beaten craic” in Birr's environs.But for Brian, it all starts with the Birr Castle Demesne, “Come early in the morning because one day is just not enough to take in all that the castle has to offer,” he advises.Next week Irish Stew makes one more stop in Co. Offaly at the River Shannon town of Banagher where John and Martin record their first (but not their last) episode in a church!LinksBirr Castle DemesneWebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedInXYouTubeTikTokHidden Heartlands Travel ResourcesIreland.comDiscover Ireland's Hidden HeartlandsIrish Stew LinksWebsiteEpisode Page: Brian KennedyInstagramLinkedInXFacebookEpisode Details: Season 7, Episode 35; Total Episode Count: 138

Gareth Russell is a historian and broadcaster, educated at Oxford University and Queen's University, Belfast. He is the author of nine books. He is host of the podcast Single Malt History with Gareth Russell.  Russell divides his time between London and Belfast, Northern Ireland. His latest book is The Six Loves of James I. Learn more by following Gareth at Instagram: @_garethrussell; Twitter: @garethrussell1. Intro reel, Writing Table Podcast 2024 Outro RecordingFollow the Writing Table: @writingtablepodcastEmail questions or tell us who you'd like us to invite to the Writing Table: writingtablepodcast@gmail.com.

Katja Hoyer, German-British Historian, Author and Journalist joins Sean and Sarah to discuss the dilemma facing German actors since 1945: whether to take Nazi roles or not.They examine 'memory politics' of the Second World War, the stereotypical Nazi portrayal seen in Hollywood over the years such as Wolf Kahler, through to modern German actors like Sandra Hüller, Daniel Brühl, Franka Potente, among others.From Star Wars, Commando Comics to Coronation Street, this episode truly examines a rarely-discussed issue in films with the trademark humour that you've come to expect from Sean and Sarah, whilst maintaining a respectful tone given the historical context.Question Raised:-How quickly did this issue rear it's head in post-war Germany?-Could a German family join Coronation Street?-How many films/television series does Sean mention?-When did the stereotypical Nazi villain begin?-What was the reaction to The Untergang [Downfall] in Germany?-Do all film villains have to be either German or well-spoken English characters?-Will German topics other than the Nazis ever be of interest to the international film scene?Books:-Der Brand [The Fire] by Jörg Friedrich, published in 2002. The Song that Sean was trying to think of for 'Deutschland 83':-"Major Tom (Coming Home)" by Peter Schilling.Our Guest:https://www.katjahoyer.uk/Read The Article Here:https://www.katjahoyer.uk/p/the-nazi-dilemma-facing-german-actorsChapters:0:05 Welcome to Review It Yourself0:46 Introducing Katja Hoyer2:29 The Inspiration Behind the Article5:08 German Actors and Nazi Stereotypes6:58 Portrayals in Film10:44 The Impact of Historical Memory11:10 The Modern German Actor16:18 The Balance of Typecasting17:57 The Complexity of Nazi Depictions20:34 Female Actors and Their Roles23:17 The Challenges of Representation33:22 The Role of Nationality in Acting36:46 The Future of German Cinema41:01 Shifting Perspectives in Film57:23 Cultural Stereotypes in Modern Media1:00:48 Upcoming Projects of Katja HoyerThanks for Listening!Find us here: X: @YourselfReviewInstagram: reviewityourselfpodcast2021 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textThe Battle of Franklin & Spring Hill. Saving The Battlefield With ( Eric Jacobson )In this episode of American Civil War & UK History podcast, host Daz was joined by historian Author and Chief Operating Officer for the Battle of Franklin Trust to discuss the story behind saving the Franklin and Spring Hill BattlefieldsEric A. Jacobson is one of the leading historians of the American Civil War and a driving force behind the successful reclamation of the Franklin battlefield. As Chief Operating Officer and Historian for the Battle of Franklin Trust, he oversees Carter House, Carnton, and Rippa Villa, helping bring the story of the 1864 Tennessee Campaign to hundreds of thousands of visitors.Eric is the author of For Cause & For Country, The McGavock Confederate Cemetery, and Baptism of Fire, and is currently working on his fourth book so watch this space.The Battle of Franklin Trust's Websitehttps://boft.org/ACW & UK History's Website.https://www.acwandukhistory.com/ACW & UK History's Pages.https://linktr.ee/ACWandUKHISTORYSupport the show

Ernie Manning - Racing Historian and Julie Mitchell - Former WA Lady Jockeys presidentSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Frame - Cruise History The History of celebrity cruises and look at how the line was developed out of the Chandris line It was formed in the early 20th century by John Chandris who was a Greek shipping magnet and his son's Dimitri and Anthony got involved in business. They expanded the line after World War II and it was involved in the assisted passage to Australia. They then developed a Cruise Line which focused on cheap cruises but later reorganised this into the celebrity cruises that we know today - focusing on Bermuda cruising - that was instrumental in the development of many modern day cruising traits. I recently lectured on board celebrity cruises for the first time as a guest speaker and presented a lecture about the history of celebrity cruises to a packed out audience on board and also am aware that celebrity is one of the brands that dedicates shipped to the Australian market every summer and is quite popular with repeat guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard Offen - Historian, Author, Broadcaster History of BricksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“A Knoxville Tamale Tale” with Jack Neely. Jack shares the rich history of the tamale in Knoxville. It's not all ham, soup beans and sorghum in the culinary history of East Tennessee. Jack shares the rich tamale history dating back to as early as 1890. Jack is the Executive Director of the Knoxville History Project. Fred Sauceman offers up a Knoxville food history memory involving sisters Clara Robinson and Mary Manuel who made and sold Hot Tamales on Magnolia, Avenue in Knoxville at the former "Mary's Hot Tamales", in his “Pot Luck Radio segment.

In 1945, the world celebrated Allied victory in World War II — but across Asia, the war didn't end. It simply changed shape, sparking new battles for freedom and the end of empire.In this episode, historian Phil Craig joins Ramblings of a Sikh to discuss his new book, 1945: The Reckoning, the final volume in his acclaimed trilogy on the Second World War. Through the intertwined stories of five people — an Indian nationalist, a loyalist soldier, a nurse in famine-stricken Bengal, a doctor at Belsen, and a POW in Taiwan — Craig shows how “liberation” became a reckoning.Why did British generals re-arm Japanese troops in Vietnam?How did two Indian brothers, fighting on opposite sides, embody a nation at war with itself?And what does it mean to say victory betrayed millions?From the Bengal famine to the collapse of empire, this conversation explores how 1945 fractured families, toppled empires, and shaped the modern world we live in.

BONUS DISCUSSION:  Duane Timm, owner/operator of the Bassett and Vollum Wallpaper Company, joins the "ROI" team to discuss his company and its interesting history.The host for the 637th edition in this series is Jay Swords, and the history buffs are Terri Toppler and Brett Monnard.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!

Duane Timm, owner/operator of the Bassett and Vollum Wallpaper Company, joins the "ROI" team to discuss his company and its interesting history.The host for the 637th edition in this series is Jay Swords, and the history buffs are Terri Toppler and Brett Monnard.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!

In this special episode of the Bill Press Pod, Bill interviews historian and author Lynne Olson at The Hill Center in Washington DC. Olson discusses her latest book, 'The Sisterhood of Ravensbruck,' which tells the incredible story of French women in the Resistance who were imprisoned in the Nazis' only all-female concentration camp, Ravensbruck. The conversation highlights the women's bravery, resilience, and defiance under horrific conditions. Olson also shares insights about post-war recognition and controversies surrounding these women's contributions. Additionally, she touches on her book 'Empress of the Nile,' detailing the efforts of Christiane Desroches-Noblecourt to save ancient Egyptian temples. We hope you enjoy this captivating discussion that shines a light on these underrecognized heroines of history.The two books mentioned in detail are: The Sisterhood of Ravensbrück: How an Intrepid Band of Frenchwomen Resisted the Nazis in Hitler's All-Female Concentration Camp. You can buy here.Empress of the Nile: The Daredevil Archaeologist Who Saved Egypt's Ancient Temples from DestructionYou can buy here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Even today, new stories emerge about the Holocaust, and its unrelenting evil remains almost impossible to grasp, coldly calculated cruelty on an unimaginable scale. Perhaps the hardest part to comprehend is that, for the Nazis, being Jewish alone was a death sentence. Children of any age were not spared. Historians estimate that 1.5 million children, mostly Jewish, were murdered. How can we even begin to comprehend that?Yet amid such barbarity, there were acts of extraordinary heroism, courage, and kindness. One of those heroes was Nicholas Winton, a young British stockbroker in 1939. As Europe teetered on the brink of war, he resolved to save as many Jewish children as he could, ultimately rescuing 669 by bringing them to Britain. His story reminds us that even in the darkest times, moral courage and selfless action endure, pointing us toward truths that transcend human reasoning and guide us to make the right choices. 

It has been announced that a national memorial to the disaster will finally be built, following the decision to locate it in Christchurch.

Pool Pros text questions hereOn this Wednesday episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, host Natalie Hood (Director of Education & Network Development for The Grit Game) sits down with lifeguard historian, trainer, and content creator Miss Madison Ray to pull back the curtain on what lifeguards actually do, why they're leaving the industry, and how dangerous our “they're just babysitters” mindset really is.From CPR in real facilities to CPR to Taylor Swift on TikTok, this episode hits both the heart and the hard facts.Episode SummaryNatalie opens the show with a real incident: At her facility, a patron went into cardiac arrest. The on-deck lifeguard initially walked past—but caught the emergency within seconds, initiated CPR, and helped save a life. The response was described as textbook by higher management.From there, Natalie introduces her guest:Meet Madison Ray — The Lifeguard HistorianLifeguard, aquatics professional, and content creator known as:@missmadisonray on TikTok & Instagram“The Singing Lifeguard” on TikTok“The Lifeguard Historian” on YouTubeCreates viral CPR rhythm videos using Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter, and more to teach compressions.Fell into aquatics after a missed movie theater job call and a nudge from her mom to apply at the rec center.Planned to become a high school history teacher… instead became head of aquatics at 21.Now 23, she's writing a full history of lifeguarding that started as a 25-page thesis and has grown to 100+ pages (and counting), including research back to the 1800s and original 1938 American Red Cross Lifesaving manuals.With tuition assistance on the line, Madison made her college history degree directly relevant to aquatics by tying lifeguard history + education into her senior thesis. She argues that lighthouse keepers were essentially the first modern lifeguards—vigilance, rescue, and readiness long before red trunks and rescue tubes.Myth-Busting with the Lifeguard HistorianNatalie and Madison spend the heart of the episode tearing down three of the most harmful myths in aquatics. Support the showThank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media: Facebook Instagram Tik Tok Email us: talkingpools@gmail.com

Historian Derek Everett joins The Colorado Sun’s Kevin Simpson to explain the strange years when Colorado celebrated two Thanksgivings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, as America celebrates Thanksgiving, host Tim Boyum welcomes author and historian Kenneth Davis to the Tying it Together podcast.  Davis talks about the true history behind the story of the first Thanksgiving and many of the myths.  The menu will surprise you, and we bet you can't guess which president signed the first proclamation declaring Thanksgiving a holiday.  Davis is a New York Times bestselling author of the "Don't Know Much About History" book series and his current book "The World in Books". 

Historian and bestselling author Colin Woodard argues America's divide isn't red vs. blue at all — it's a clash of distinct cultural nations.

Episode 648 also features an E.W. Poetic Piece titled, "Uphill Babble." Our music this go round is provided by these wonderful artists: Thelonious Monk, Elizabeth Cotten, Dan Auerbach, Pinegrove, Branford Marsalis & 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.

An Indigenous woman has penned an award-winning, critically-acclaimed, thought-provoking book, All I See Is Violence (Greenleaf Book Group Press) that has captured the attention of a lot  of people. Several viral posts on Tik Tok about her historical novel have been viewed millions of times and on Instagram, hundreds of thousands. Author Angie Elita Newell has written an intense, poignant, action-packed dramatization of history that leaves readers seeing Indigenous people and history forever differently.The United States government stole the Black Hills from the Sioux, as it stole land from every tribe across North America. Forcibly relocated, American Indians were enslaved under strict land and resource regulations. Newell brings a poignant retelling of the catastrophic, true story of the 1876 Battle of Little Bighorn and the social upheaval that occurred on the Pine Ridge Reservation in 1972 during the height of the American Indian Movement.Cheyenne warrior Little Wolf fights to maintain her people's land and heritage as General Custer leads a devastating campaign against American Indians, killing anyone who refuses to relocate to the Red Cloud Agency in South Dakota. A century later, on that same reservation, Little Wolf's relation Nancy Swiftfox raises four boys with the help of her father-in-law, while facing the economic and social ramifications of this violent legacy.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

There's much more to Thanksgiving than family, turkey, and football. In this classic episode of The Aggressive Life with Brian Tome, first released back in 2021, Brian hosts historian and author, Stephen Mansfield, for a mind-blowing conversation about the spiritual history of Thanksgiving. From the aggressive moves of the Pilgrims to come to America, to their harrowing voyage on the Mayflower and the miracle that saved the colony from starvation, you've never heard the Thanksgiving story quite like this. Released for the first time in video format, this episode packs a punch capable of changing the way you think about and celebrate the holiday.  Watch the full  episode on YouTube here.

The U.S. Constitution likely would not have been ratified in 1788 without Article 5, which allowed for amendment. Many of the original founders championed the idea that the document would need to change as the country changed. As historian Jill Lepore points out in her newest book most of the 27 amendments to the constitution have happened just after times of war or conflict, and after 33 years without an amendment, we may be headed that way again. OPB’s Geoff Norcross speaks to Lepore in front of an audience at the 2025 Portland Book Festival about “We the People: A history of the U.S. Constitution.”  

In the aftermath of George Floyd's murder, a long, simmering effort to rename U.S. military installations previously named for Confederate officers gained momentum. Historian and retired Army Brigadier General Ty Seidule recounts the effort to rid the military of old names, as well as the actions by the Trump administration to resuscitate old ghosts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the last throwback before we really dive in and start wrapping up The Hamilcast. Anna-Lee Craig is HamiltonBroadway's A2 (assistant sound), and when she came on the podcast all the way back in 2017, she made all of our heads explode. It actually keeps happening because I STILL hear from listeners about this conversation. I mean, she invented the famous ALC Special! And, come to think of it, listeners write not just about this conversation, but the many conversations I've had with people behind the scenes at Hamilton, in all different arenas: hair, wardrobe, management, sound, you name it.  These episodes really, really highlighted that you can love theatre and love the arts and still be a MAJOR part of it without being on stage.  The main reason I wanted to repost this episode is because I really wanted to point out how important these episodes were SPECIFICALLY for women. Anna-Lee is among many, many badass women featured on the podcast, especially when it comes to behind the scenes work. I'm super proud that I was able to speak to so many of the people who make Hamilton what it is, in so many ways, and it's really important to me that so many women were able to come on and tell their stories.  If you're interested in all of that behind the scenes action (from everyone), there are manyyyyyyy episodes listed further down in the show notes. This is the full, untouched episode from 2017 and below is the original description. ALC's second episode is #94. /// Get ready to become OBSESSED with Anna-Lee Craig, one of Hamilton Broadway's team of groundbreaking sound experts. Anna-Lee's official title is A2/Assistant Sound, but I've also added Badass Lady because she is awesome. Having been with Hamilton since The Public, Anna-Lee knows how to make each and every performance sound its best. I mean, she came up with a special microphone design the crew calls the ALC Special. Does it get any cooler than that? Oh - one more thing - Anna-Lee invited me to watch the show from her sound console WHICH I WILL NEVER GET OVER, EVER! But having watch her mix a performance, I can tell you that what she does is nothing less than sorcery. Lezgo! Anna-Lee Craig on Instagram To help Puerto Rico: https://hispanicfederation.org/donate For Puerto Rico Spotify Playlist #AlmostLikePraying Donate to disaster relief: List of charities to donate to victims of Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria Baker Ripley One America Appeal The Humane Society /// Gillian's Website The Hamilcast on Twitter The Hamilcast on Instagram Join the Patreon Peeps /// Dresser Kimberly "Kimmie" Mark: Episode 78 Dresser Emily Roney: Episodes 103 and 104 Associate Choreographer and Original Dance Captain Stephanie Klemons: Episode 110 Historian, Author, and Professor Dr. Joanne Freeman: Episodes 112 and 113 Company Manager Holli Campbell: Episodes 116, 117, 244, & 245 Dresser Chris Leary: Episodes 122 and 123 Stage Manager Deanna Weiner: Episodes 146, 147, 148 Bar Manager Mike Anthony: Episodes 191, 192, 193 Sound Designer Jason Crystal: Episodes 220 & 221 Stage Manager and Advocate Cody Renard Richard: Episodes 250 & 251 Hair and Wig Designer Charles G. LaPointe: Episodes 266 & 267 Costume Designer Paul Tazewell: Episodes 270, 271, & 272 Pop Master Jay Duckworth: Episodes 324, 325, & 326 Wardrobe Supervisor Cristina Lundy: Episodes 372, 373, 374, 386, 387, 388 Hair and Makeup Supervisor Brandee Danielle Huston: Episodes 391, 392, and 393 Sound Designer Nevin Steinberg: Episodes 477 and 478

As we approach America's 250th anniversary, now is the perfect time to understand the full, complex story of this remarkable experiment in democracy.Historian and author, Ann Bausum, joins host Brigitte Cutshall to discuss her 25-year career writing history for all ages and her latest book, "White Lies: How the South Lost the Civil War, Then Rewrote the History." Growing up in historic Lexington, Virginia, Bausum shares how she discovered that much of what she'd been taught about the Civil War was part of a deliberate campaign called "the Lost Cause"—a set of myths designed to excuse slavery, regain political power, and promote white supremacy. Bausum emphasizes the power of understanding our personal connections to history and the importance of keeping diverse perspectives accessible in libraries and schools.Visit your local library and request Ann Bausum's "White Lies" if they don't have it—you can read just the 20 essays (40 pages) for an incredible education, or dive deeper into the companion chapters. Learn more about Ann and all of her books at https://AnnBausum.com

In the US, the big soccer boom is always supposedly around the corner. The most recent example: right now, in the lead-up to next year's World Cup. But that waiting until the beautiful game is the "number 1 sport in the U.S."  clouds our view of the game's history in this country. Today, it's that history, in its own right, that we focus on. Brian Bunk focusses on it, especially, in his new book Beyond the Field: How Soccer Built Community in the United States. Brian is a Historian at the University of Massachussetts, Amherst, and has already written THE history of the early game in the US, From Football to Soccer. This is a sequel, a collection of local stories. And there are lot of stories around immigrant identity in there. So I'm reminded of what Oscar Handlin, the dean of American Immigration History, said a few decades ago: “Once I thought to write a history of the immigrants in America. Then I discovered that the immigrants were American history.” Well for today, we could say: Brian Bunk wrote a book about the history of soccer and community in the US. And we find out: soccer and community ARE American history. HELPFUL LINKS FOR THIS EPISODE:Brian's online exhibit "Beyond the Field," with historic photos that appear in the bookBrian Bunk on BlueskyBrian's articles for the Society of American Soccer HistoryNEW: send me a text message! (I'd love to hear your thoughts - texts get to me anonymously, without charge or signup) Please leave a quick voicemail with any feedback, corrections, suggestions - or just greetings - HERE. Or comment via Twitter, Instagram, Bluesky or Facebook. If you enjoy this podcast and think that what I do fills a gap in soccer coverage that others would be interested in as well, please Recommend The Assistant Professor of Football. Spreading the word, through word of mouth, truly does help. Leave some rating stars at the podcast platform of your choice. There are so many sports podcasts out there, and only ratings make this project visible; only then can people who look for a different kind of take on European soccer actually find me. Artwork for The Assistant Professor of Football is by Saige LindInstrumental music for this podcast, including the introduction track, is by the artist Ketsa and used under a Creative Commons license through Free Music Archive: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Ketsa/

Patrick discusses CIA historian Peter Levenda's recent interview on Jesse Michel's show American Alchemy, Chase Huges on Shawn Ryan's show and exclusive clips from Vetted interviews with award winning musician Bob Schneider and Doomsday Prepper former Colonel Drew Miller. This episode explores the dark truth about UFOs.CALL FREE ‪(469) 324-9929‬ and leave Vetted a message with your UFO/ET experience and we might play it on the show. (We do NOT return calls.)

Experience soccer history through the eyes of MLS historian Edgar ! In this episode of Mofutbol, Edgar shares his incredible journey from passionate fan to expert historian, offering unique soccer insights that explore the cultural impact of the game in the U.S. and beyond. From the thrilling highs of World Cup memories to the evolution of MLS and its global influence, this video is packed with FootballPassion and CulturalHeritage that defines the beautiful game.Discover how Edgar's love for the sport ignited in Nicaragua, was nurtured in the U.S., and grew into a lifelong obsession with soccer history. Learn about iconic moments, from his experience at the first-ever LA Galaxy game to unforgettable World Cup highlights. Ever wondered about the meaning behind team jerseys, including Italy's blue or the Dutch orange? Edgar's got the answers!Join the conversation! What's your favorite MLS memory or jersey story? Drop your thoughts in the comments, hit that like button, and subscribe to be part of the Mofutbol community where passionate debates and soccer news bring fans together. Let's celebrate the power of football to connect, inspire, and unite!#mlshistory #soccerfandom #footballculture #nasltomls #americansoccerCHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro01:49 - Edgar's Soccer Journey08:02 - St. Louis SC - The Cradle of US Soccer11:29 - Transition from World Cup to MLS15:38 - How Edgar got into Journalism19:50 - First LA Galaxy Game Experience24:00 - LA Galaxy History: 1996 to Present27:35 - MLS Expansion Insights29:20 - David Beckham's Impact on MLS32:24 - LAFC and Chivas USA Rivalry39:27 - MLS Kits and "The Designated Player" Show40:25 - Chad's Kit Collection Overview45:19 - Chad's Kit Collection: Part 2 Insights

Light Hearted host Jeremy D'Entremont with Annamaria Mariotti in 2010 at Cape Elizabeth Lighthouse in Maine This is an edited version of an interview from September 2020. The guest is Annamaria Mariotti, an author and lighthouse historian in Italy. Lilla, as she's known to friends, is the author of many books, articles, and stories related to the sea. Many of her articles have appeared in The Keeper's Log, Lighthouse Digest, Coast Guard News, the New York Times, and many more. Annamaria Mariotti inside the Lanterna di Genoa Her lighthouse-related books include Tales of lighthouses and other sea stories, The evolution of lighthouses from the origins to the Kingdom of Italy, and The Lighthouses of Tuscany. In 2011 she published The World's Greatest Lighthouses, which features photographs of the most picturesque lighthouses in the world and text that describes each structure's location, architecture, construction, history, technology, and stories of lighthouse keepers. She's also written award-winning short stories. In 2006, the General Command of the Harbor Offices, Coast Guard, and the Mediaset Group awarded her the NAVIGARE INFORMATI Award “For her constant commitment to the dissemination of maritime culture in our country.”

Ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, Lauren revisits her conversation with Author and Historian, Dr. Jerry Newcombe, on the faith-steeped history of the holiday and the Pilgrims who landed in the New World. Fleeing from Europe to the New World in search of religious freedom in 1620, the Pilgrims initially intended to settle in northern Virginia, near Jamestown, where an established community already existed. But their ship was blown off course and landed instead at Plymouth, Massachusetts. And because they were in unsettled territory, the Pilgrims (before disembarking the Mayflower) created a document that became the prototype for America's Declaration of Independence and Constitution.  Lauren and Dr. Newcombe discuss the very first Thanksgiving, as the Pilgrims sat down with the Indians to share a meal, which was always about giving thanks to an Almighty God, through whose Providence they were brought to a new land.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's a special podcast here at Reckoning. Early American historians Dr. Liz Covart, Dr. Michael Hattem, and Dr. Craig Bruce Smith joined me to live stream Ken Burns' new series The American Revolution and answer questions from people around the world. It's kind of like a Director's Commentary, only if the director was actually four people with degrees in history. This was a blast.About our guest:Dr. Liz Covart is a historian of the American Revolution, and the creator and host of the award-winning podcast Ben Franklin's World.  In 2022, she co-founded Clio Digital Media, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that uses digital media to foster better, more robust understandings of history. And in 2026, she will launch Scholar.DIY, a public benefit company that empowers scholars to transform their expertise into compelling digital stories— building trust, promoting media literacy, and strengthening democracy along the way.Dr. Michael Hattem is an American historian, with interests in early America, the American Revolution, and historical memory. He received his PhD in History at Yale University and has taught at The New School and Knox College. He is the author of The Memory of '76: The Revolution in American History (Yale University Press, 2024), which was a finalist for the 2025 George Washington Prize, and Past and Prologue: Politics and Memory in the American Revolution (Yale University Press, 2020). He is currently the Associate Director of the Yale-New Haven Teachers Institute.Hattem's work has been featured or mentioned in The New York Times, TIME magazine, The Smithsonian Magazine, the Washington Post, as well as many other mainstream media publications and outlets. He has served as a historical consultant or contributor for a number of projects and organizations, curated historical exhibitions, appeared in television documentaries, and authenticated and written catalogue essays for historical document auctions.Dr. Craig Bruce Smith  is a professor of history at National Defense University in the Joint Advanced Warfighting School (JAWS) in Norfolk, VA. He authored American Honor: The Creation of the Nation's Ideals during the Revolutionary Era, Securing Victory 1781-1783 (out soon), and co-authored George Washington's Lessons in Ethical Leadership. Smith earned his PhD in American history from Brandeis University. Previously, he was an associate professor of military history at the U.S. Army School of Advanced Military Studies (SAMS), an assistant professor of history, and the director of the history program at William Woods University, and he has taught at additional colleges, including Tufts University.He specializes in American Revolutionary and early American and military history, specifically focusing on George Washington, honor, ethics, war, the founders, transnational ideas, and national identity. In addition, he has broader interests in colonial America, the early republic, leadership, and early American cultural, intellectual, and political history. Smith was named a Jack Miller Center Scholar in 2025 and also serves as a member of their History Advisory Council. He is also the co-host of National Defense University's JAWbone podcast. 

Few leaders have shaped the identity of America's Special Forces more than President John F. Kennedy. In just three years as Commander in Chief, JFK redefined how the United States would fight, lead, and prepare for an uncertain world, one that demanded unconventional solutions and elite warriors ready to face any challenge.As the Cold War escalated, President Kennedy saw the need for a new kind of Soldier, one trained to think, adapt, and win in conflicts fought not only on the battlefield, but through influence, innovation, and resilience. His vision for military modernization gave birth to the era of Unconventional Warfare and cemented the role of the Green Berets in America's national defense strategy.From his visit to Fort Bragg and the historic meeting with Brigadier General William Yarborough, to the moment he publicly endorsed the Green Beret as “a symbol of excellence, a badge of courage, and a mark of distinction in the fight for freedom,” JFK's leadership transformed Special Forces from a small experimental group into a cornerstone of American military power.Today, that legacy continues, honored each year at the JFK Wreath Laying Ceremony, carried forward by generations of Green Berets who live by the same principles of courage, creativity, and service that JFK saw as vital to the nation's defense.From the USASOC History Office, Fran Racioppi sat down with two of the historians who've preserved and advanced this legacy; Dr. Troy Sacquety and Dr. Jared Tracy. Their work ensures JFK's vision is never forgotten. We explored the strategic thinking behind Kennedy's military modernization, the significance of the Green Beret endorsement, and why, decades later, the U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School still bears his name. We also discussed the legacy-building moment of JFK's recent induction as Distinguished Member of the Regiment and the enduring symbolism of the annual wreath laying at Arlington.This episode is about vision, legacy, and the enduring bond between a President and the warriors he inspired - the Green Berets.HIGHLIGHTS0:00 Introduction1:58 Welcome to the USASOC Historians Office2:57 JFK and Green Berets5:34 USASOC Historian role & importance10:57 JFK's vision18:11 USASOC capability in the 1960's21:05 JFK's impact28:24 DMOR induction33:54 A world with JFK?QUOTES“What really struck us was how great of a speech giver he was.” “The most important thing we could do is preserve the history of our organization.” “On any given day, I could be working on something that comes from 1774 to yesterday.” “Kennedy viewed the Army Special Forces as the natural fit to be able to fill that role.” “He's very deliberate in wanting to make Special Forces a part of his program.” “Can we do this as a nation every time there's a need to contain the spread of communism?” “During the Kennedy administration, the term Special Warfare was not very well defined at all.” “Without the Korean War, you don't have the ability to do Special Operations in Vietnam.”“It's part of the identity of Special Forces.” “Everyone assumes it was done. When we did the research and looked at it, we realized it hadn't been.” “It serves as a reminder for soldiers that are in the Regiment today.” “What would history be like if Kennedy hadn't been killed?”The Jedburgh Podcast is brought to you by University of Health & Performance, providing our Veterans world-class education and training as fitness and nutrition entrepreneurs.Follow the Jedburgh Podcast and the Green Beret Foundation on social media. Listen on your favorite podcast platform, read on our website, and watch the full video version on YouTube as we show why America must continue to lead from the front, no matter the challenge.The Jedburgh Podcast is an official program of the Green Beret Foundation.

US president James Garfield's life is often overshadowed by his untimely death in 1881, as the second president to be assassinated in office. However, his story is now once again in the limelight, thanks to the new Netflix drama Death by Lightning. Historian and biographer CW Goodyear talks to Elinor Evans about a man who, though his time as leader was fleeting, remains a fascinating figure – and explains why there is much more to be remembered about him than simply his final days. The HistoryExtra podcast is produced by the team behind BBC History Magazine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1. JOSEPHUS AND THE SIEGE OF JODAPATA Guest: Professor Barry Strauss The Jewish revolt against Rome, starting in 66 AD, is primarily chronicled by Josephus, a leader of the revolt and later historian. Josephus commanded the defense of Jodapata against General Vespasian. After defeat, Josephus survived a mass suicide pact, surrendered, and convinced Vespasian not to kill him by predicting he would become Roman emperor. The rebels were inspired by previous victories like the Maccabees. 1922 GAZA

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! Built in 1774, Tuckahoe Plantation stands as a monument to both grandeur and grief—a place where the walls have absorbed centuries of ambition, tragedy, and unrest. Once a single-room dwelling, it grew into one of Virginia's most prominent plantations, housing both free and enslaved souls whose lives were forever bound to its land. But not all who lived there ever truly left. Historian and storyteller Holt Saulsgiver takes listeners through the plantation's storied halls, where the echoes of the past linger like the scent of old wood and tobacco. Shadows move where no one walks. Whispers rise where silence should reign. And the line between memory and haunting grows thinner with every step. At Tuckahoe, history doesn't just live—it waits. This is Part Two of our conversation. #TheGraveTalks #TuckahoePlantation #HauntedVirginia #HistoricHauntings #GhostStories #ParanormalPodcast #SouthernHauntings #PlantationGhosts #HauntedHistory #RealGhostStories #SupernaturalEncounters #EchoesOfThePast Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! Built in 1774, Tuckahoe Plantation stands as a monument to both grandeur and grief—a place where the walls have absorbed centuries of ambition, tragedy, and unrest. Once a single-room dwelling, it grew into one of Virginia's most prominent plantations, housing both free and enslaved souls whose lives were forever bound to its land. But not all who lived there ever truly left. Historian and storyteller Holt Saulsgiver takes listeners through the plantation's storied halls, where the echoes of the past linger like the scent of old wood and tobacco. Shadows move where no one walks. Whispers rise where silence should reign. And the line between memory and haunting grows thinner with every step. At Tuckahoe, history doesn't just live—it waits. #TheGraveTalks #TuckahoePlantation #HauntedVirginia #HistoricHauntings #GhostStories #ParanormalPodcast #SouthernHauntings #PlantationGhosts #HauntedHistory #RealGhostStories #SupernaturalEncounters #EchoesOfThePast Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story: