History Podcasts
The Artist in American HistoryJoin Now to Follow
How have writers, illustrators, film makers, and musicians shaped the American experience? In this podcast series historian Dr. Darren R. Reid explores American history through the lens of the artist. From classic comics books to music and film, this podcast examines how art and artistry has reflected and informed the American experience.<br><br> Featured iTunes podcast (January and February 2014), #1 episodes in Education and Higher Education. Current series, "Comic Book Studies" explores the historic and cultural significance of comic books and graphic novels, exploring issues relating to race, class, gender, and change over time in titles from Superman and Captain America to V for Vendetta and Art Spiegelman's Maus.<br><br> Silent Film festival (four episodes) combines classic films mostly from the silent era with new audio commentaries. Films include Charlie Chaplin's The Immigrant, Superman Goes to War, and D.W. Griffith's The Birth of a Nation.<br><br> Other episodes include lectures which explore how the Cold War changed the music of Pink Floyd, the lost Beach Boys' album, SMiLE, the music of the American Civil War, and representations of Native Americans in film and literature.
By Dr. Darren R. Reid
Our Island Story by Henrietta Elizabeth MarshallJoin Now to Follow
Our Island Story was first published in 1905 and became an instant classic. Beginning with the Romans and following the triumphs and foibles of the good, not so good and the downright despicable figures of history; we are treated to a dazzling montage of kings, queens, barons, knights, explorers, movers and shakers that have played a key role in the history of England. Marshall freely mixes folk tale with historical fact and in so doing paints a very vivid picture of the past in a style reminiscent of all that is finest in the children’s story telling tradition.This is the first section of that work and will carry you from the time when Tacitus first sang the praises of Britannica to his Roman readers up to the vicious and bloodthirsty confusion that is the War of the Roses (about 1500 years).
By Books Should Be Free
Uncle Tom’s Cabin by Harriet Beecher StoweJoin Now to Follow
Among the most “banned” books in the United States, Uncle Tom’s Cabin; or, Life Among the Lowly is a novel by American author Harriet Beecher Stowe which treats slavery as a central theme. Stowe was a Connecticut-born teacher at the Hartford Female Academy and an active abolitionist. The novel is believed to have had a profound effect on the North’s view of slavery. In fact, when he met Harriet Beecher Stowe, President Lincoln is said to have commented, “So you’re the little lady whose book started the Civil War.” First published on March 20, 1852, the story focuses on the tale of Uncle Tom, a long-suffering black slave, the central character around whose life the other characters—both fellow slaves and slave owners—revolve. The novel depicts the harsh reality of slavery while also showing that Christian love and faith can overcome even something as evil as enslavement of fellow human beings. (Summary by Wikipedia and John Greenman) Note From the Reader: The listener is about to enter a world rich with diverse characters. In order to differentiate between the characters, the reader has given each, his/her own voice. As an adult male reader, however, the reader’s representation of women and children will, necessarily be less than adequate. He asks for your indulgence.
By Books Should Be Free
History IrelandJoin Now to Follow
Each issue of History Ireland covers a wide variety of topics, from the earliest times to the present day, in an effort to give the reader a sense of the distant past but also to offer a contemporary edge. Every article is illustrated with photographs, maps or paintings to provide a vivid impression of the topic.
By History Ireland
Inside Classical EducationJoin Now to Follow
Bi-weekly interviews of leaders working to renew K-12 classical education throughout the United States. This blog and podcast site attempts to acquaint newcomers and veterans with the history of the classical education renewal movement and its leaders, report on current developments and initiatives, present analysis and review, and interview leaders in the movement on a bi-weekly basis.
By Christopher Perrin
You Can't Eat The Sunshine--Esotouric's Weekly PodcastJoin Now to Follow
You Can't Eat the Sunshine is the podcast of Esotouric, the offbeat Los Angeles company that turns the notion of guided bus tours on its ear. Each week, join Kim Cooper and Richard Schave on their Southern California adventures, as they visit with fascinating characters for wide-ranging interviews that reveal the myths, contradictions, inspirations and passions of the place. There's never been a city quite like Los Angeles. Tune in if you'd like to find out why. Content published on this podcast is copyright, Esotouric, LLC.
By Esotouric
Open Your Eyes to Australia with Jim LowJoin Now to Follow
Open Your Eyes to Australia is a series presented by Jim Low focusing on Australian themes which highlight history, people and places through the use of original songs.Jim Low is an Australian country folk singer / songwriter who plays guitar and harmonica. His songs and writing reflect a love of Australia - the history, the people and the Australian environment. Each year he travels to Australian places - listening to, and documenting, the stories of the people who live there.
By Jim Low
The QuadJoin Now to Follow
Zack and Ben discuss the wide and wonderful world of comics and comics culture! Featuring the occasional guest, each episode offers discussion on a variety of topics.
By Zack Kruse & Ben Tiede
The West Wing PodcastJoin Now to Follow
This podcast is devoted to the popular TV series The West Wing. Join Maggie, a long-time fan of the series, and Anne-Sophie, a complete newbie, as they share their views on every episode and beyond.
By Anne-Sophie Reinhardt & Maggie Mack
