Best Jessica Sheppard Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 91: 9 to 5 with Jessica Calarco 1:14:18

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This week sociologist Jessica Calarco drops in to talk about the magificent 9 to 5, the changing and sometimes unchanging roles of women in the workplace, her work examining the role of women as America's social safety net, and the one and only Dolly Parton. Let's go. About our guest: A Sociologist and Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madis…

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Christian Pondella – Senior Photographer at Powder Magazine, Adventure Photographer, Extreme Ski Mountaineer, and Ice Climber 1:17:32

7h ago1:17:32

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Christian Pondella is: a top adventure photographer a senior photographer at Powder Magazine a photographer published in: National Geographic, Sports Illustrated, ESPN Magazine, Outside, Men's Journal, Maxim, FHM, GQ, Climbing Magazine, Outdoor Photographer, and more. a photographer with photos in commercial campaigns for: Red Bull, Patagonia, San …

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Episode 90: Raiders of the Lost Ark with Kathleen Sheppard, Julia Troche, and Leah Packard-Grams 2:31:48

5d ago2:31:48

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This week we are joined by three historians of archaeology: Kate Sheppard, Julia Troche, and Leah Packard-Grams to talk about one of the most perfect films ever made: Raiders of the Lost Ark. We jump into the history of archaeology, Egypt, Hitler's fascination with the occult, and the perfect pair of Marion Ravenwood and Indiana Jones. Oh, and we d…

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Jessica Baker - North American Freeskiing Champion, Alaska Heli-Ski Guide, Founder of Ski Divas Women's Ski Camp, AMGA Certified Ski Guide 1:18:18

7d ago1:18:18

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Episode #62 My guest today is Jessica Baker. Jessica has been a heli-ski guide in Alaska for over 20 years She's the 2000 North American Freeskiing World Tour Champion Jessica is a mountain guide guiding all over Earth as well as in the Teton Mountains of Wyoming with Exum Mountain Guides She's also the founder, head coach, and lead guide for Ski D…

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Episode 89: Sneakers and Preserving Data at the End of the World with Brian Michael Murphy 1:30:57

12d ago1:30:57

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This week media archaeologist Brian Michael Murphy drops in to talk about the cult classic, Sneakers starring Robert Redford, Sidney Poitier, and roughly every actor in Hollywood. We talk about just how prescient this film was in predicting data mining as well as Brian's own work exploring data storage, record keeping, and the American obsession wi…

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#54 "Mercury Retrograde Isn't Making You Crazy" An Insight Into Astrology: Harness The Power of Your Birth Chart, Predict Your Own Future, Birth Charts & Saturn Returns with @iamcosmicgirl 1:16:39

13d ago1:16:39

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The Good Vibes Club duo sat down with Ashleigh from I Am Cosmic Girl to talk through all things astrology and how to harness the power of your birth chart to make the universe work for you - its a good episode if you're feeling in a rut or just want to learn more about looking into the stars. We also discuss how mercury retrograde affects us, what …

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Episode 88: Twisters/The History of Storm Chasing with Kate Carpenter 1:01:16

20d ago1:01:16

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This week Kate Carpenter drops in to talk about the new film Twisters along with her research on the history of modern-day storm chasing. We get into what they got right, what liberties they took, the role of climate change in the spread of tornado alley, and exactly how crazy are tornado chasers anyway. If you feel it, ride it. About our guest: Ka…

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#53 Living Alone As A Woman: Why Its The Best Thing You Can Do And ISN’T The Spinster Life With 10 Cats (but it could be…) 24:24

20d ago24:24

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In this episode of The Good Vibes Club, Jess is going SOLO and discussing living alone (because she's the only one in the duo who has!). Lets have a big chat about living alone, why its the best thing you'll ever do and how to navigate the first few weeks! ---- To get 10% off Better Help, click the link below: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://betterhelp.com/goodvibes⁠⁠…

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#52 How Journalling Can Change Your Life: Using It To Manifest Your Dreams, Work Through Trauma & Find Inner Peace with Jess from @the_journalclub 53:01

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On today’s episode of The Good Vibes Club, the girls sit down with Jess Avey to discuss journaling and the power it holds to help us release trauma, manifest our reality and just live a happier life! Jess’ Instagram: Instagram.com/the_journalclub Join The Journal Club for just £7 a month!https://thejournalclub.mykajabi.com/a/2147529400/xMPczei9(GOO…

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Episode 87: The Mummy/The Untold History of Women Egyptologists with Kathleen Sheppard 1:22:14

26d ago1:22:14

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This week Kate Sheppard drops in to talk about the movie that made everyone bisexual: 1999's The Mummy starring Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz. We get into why this is such a perfect summer movie and dive deep into the history of archaeology itself. Kate also shares with us the findings from her new book Women in the Valley of the Kings: The Untol…

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Episode 86: National Treasure with Joanne Freeman and The Wibberleys 1:20:20

29d ago1:20:20

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Happy 6th birthday to HATM! This week we have something special for you: the film that started it all! And as a bonus, we asked the screenwriters of National Treasure, Cormac and Marianne Wibberley to join me and Joanne Freeman to talk about the creation of the film, what it has to say about history, and the movie's legacy. This is a fun time. Abou…

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Episode 85: Horizon and The West According to Kevin Costner with Megan Kate Nelson and Kate Carpenter 1:43:05

1M ago1:43:05

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This week Megan Kate Nelson and Kate Carpenter drop in to talk about Kevin Costner's new American epic, Horizon. Our reviews (and our drinks) are mixed but this is such a fun episode as we talk not only about where Horizon succeeds and fails but also about what Costner's career has to say about The West in general. This one is fun. About our guests…

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Emergency Pod: Gladiator II Trailer Reactions with Craig Bruce Smith 29:27

1M ago29:27

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The trailer for Gladiator II is out and we are here for it. Craig Bruce Smith joins in to talk about what we are expecting, the first film's legacy, and Denzel Washington. Let's go.

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#51 Coping With Gym Anxiety, How Your Menstrual Cycle Affects Your Fitness Routine, Why We Shouldn't Have 'Punisher Days' & The Lowdown on Tiktok Fitness Trends with Amanda from @sculptrition 56:34

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Ever wanted to know how to cope with gym anxiety? Noticed that your menstrual cycle throws off your entire workout routine once a month? Wondering if those TikTok fitness trends like 12-3-30 and reformer pilates are actually worth it? Well, this episode is for you. The Good Vibes Club sat down with Amanda Place from Sculptrition to discuss all thin…

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Episode 84: Gettysburg with Kevin Levin, Waitman Beorn, and Rich Condon 2:03:54

1M ago2:03:54

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This week Kevin Levine, Waitman Beorn, and Rich Condon drop in to talk about the most famous battle of the Civil War. We jump into Ted Turner's 1993 production, asking if it is an apologist film, talk about the events surrounding the battle, and talk about our favorite Civil War books and films. About our guests: Waitman Beorn is an assistant profe…

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#50 How To Use FENG SHUI To Enhance Your Life, Finances, Relationships & More… (Oh And You Need To Clean Your Oven) with @blossomwithfengshui 1:01:35

1M ago1:01:35

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In this episode of The Good Vibes Club, the girls deep dive into Feng Shui for beginners - how to increase your wealth, find a partner if you're looking for love and make your home work WITH you to seek abundance. Feng Shui expert Louise, founder of Blossom With Feng Shui breaks down the basics with simple knowledge and hacks to get you started. Wo…

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Episode 83: The Right Stuff with Kevin Rusnak, Tyler Peterson, and Michael Bazemore 1:46:41

2M ago1:46:41

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This week Kevin Rusnak, Tyler Peterson, and Michael Bazemore drop into talk about the Cold War, daredevils, and the birth of the Space Program. We have a lot of fun talking about the men and women who made NASA and maybe the coolest movie poster of all time.By Jason Herbert

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#49 Friendship Breakups: How To Get Through Them & Why They’re Harder Than Romantic Relationships 52:13

2M ago52:13

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In this episode of The Good Vibes Club, the girls discuss friendship breakups. Why they're worse than romantic ones, how to navigate the hard part and coming out the other side! How To Make Friends: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/dslXmYkToKb Long Term Friendships: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/7b3HlZkToKb ---- To get 10% off Better Hel…

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Episode 82: Blood In Blood Out with Jimmy Santiago Baca and Jimmy Patiño 1:20:29

2M ago1:20:29

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This week poet and screenwriter Jimmy Santiago Baca joins Jimmy Patiño and me to talk about his 1993 epic Blood In Blood Out. We talk about Jimmy's life story, the challenges facing Chicanos in the 70s & 80s and the film's legacy today. This is a special pod. Hope you like it. About our guests: Jimmy Santiago Baca is a poet and activist of Chicano …

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#48 What Is Conscious Fashion & How To Be A Little More Sustainable Without Breaking The Bank with @jessmottbrown_ 1:14:04

2M ago1:14:04

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In this episode of The Good Vibes Club, Jess Sheppard sits down with Jess Mott Brown to discuss conscious fashion, what it means and how to make more sustainable choices for your wardrobe without breaking the bank. Sound like your cup of tea? Sit tight and enjoy! xx Jess' Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jessmottbrown_ ---- To get 10% off Be…

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Episode 81: Close Encounters of the Third Kind/A Global History of the UFO Phenomenon with Greg Eghigian 1:16:49

2M ago1:16:49

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This week Greg Eghigian drops in to talk about Steven Spielberg's first extraterrestrial film and his new book charting the global history of UFO sightings. We get into the histories behind the sightings, how the Cold War affected how we think about space aliens, and whether or not one should put gravy on Devil's Tower. About our guest: Greg is a p…

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#47 "You Don't Need To Be A Certain Clothes Size To Be Happy" Body Neutrality, Loving Yourself & Accepting The Skin You're In with @shannon.futcher 55:41

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In this episode of The Good Vibes Club, the girls sit down with Shannon Futcher to discuss all things self love and body confidence. Why we're changing the name, how to accept the skin you're in and why you don't *need* to be skinny to be happy! ---- To get 10% off Better Help, click the link below: ⁠⁠https://betterhelp.com/goodvibes⁠⁠ BUY A GOOD V…

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Episode 80: The Goonies and Generation X with John Wyatt Greenlee, Leah Lagrone, and Jamie Goodall 1:43:36

2M ago1:43:36

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This week Jamie Goodall joins #HATM regulars John Wyatt Greenlee and Leah Lagrone to get to the bottom of a serious question: to which generation does The Goonies belong. We are up to no good in this episode and even through in some pirate history to boot. HATM never says die. About our guests: Dr. John Wyatt Greenlee is a medievalist and a cartogr…

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#46 Female Friendships: A Deep Dive Into How To Make Friends, Deal With Drama, Work Besties & The Rest (+ revealing a big secret) 50:04

2M ago50:04

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The secret is OUT - welcome Jade to The Good Vibes Club, a fellow cancer talkaholic who is the perfect co-host for season 3! ---- To get 10% off Better Help, click the link below: ⁠https://betterhelp.com/goodvibes⁠ BUY A GOOD VIBES STANLEY CUP: https://thegoodvibesclub.co.uk/products/p/good-vibes-metal-tumbler JOIN OUR UK EVENTS: https://thegoodvib…

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Episode 79: The Birdcage/The History of Queer Miami with Julio Capó, Jr. 1:31:48

3M ago1:31:48

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This week Julio Capó, Jr. drops in to talk about The Birdcage. We get into Robin Williams' queer performances, what this film meant then, and what it means now. We also talk about Julio's scholarship of Miami's immigration and LGBTQ+ history, along with our mutual love of Florida. One of the best pods we've ever done. I hope you enjoy. About our gu…

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#45 Long Term Friendships: The Ups & Downs, How To Nurture Your Friendships Through Life Changes (And A Look Into Our Friendship) with @natashalouisemackay 50:00

3M ago50:00

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In this episode of The Good Vibes Club, Jess Sheppard sits down with regular guest Natasha Mackay to discuss long term friendship. The ups and downs, how to nurture friendships through big life changes and giving you an insight into our friendship (the good AND the bad). Hopefully you resonate with this one! ----To get 10% off Better Help, click th…

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#44 Comfort Zones: The Magic That Happens When You Leave Your Comfort Zone & Why Its The BEST Thing You'll Ever Do! 22:07

3M ago22:07

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In this episode of The Good Vibes Club, host Jess Sheppard discusses the magic of leaving your comfort zone and why its the best thing you'll ever do, as well as sharing tips for making those BIG jumps seem a little less scary! ----To get 10% off Better Help, click the link below:⁠https://betterhelp.com/goodvibes⁠----Where To Find Me Elsewhere:The …

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Episode 78: 21 Jump Street/Policing and the War on Drugs in Schools with Max Felker-Kantor 1:08:29

3M ago1:08:29

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This week Max Felker-Kantor and I talk about what may be the world's most unlikely history movie: 21 Jump Street. We talk about the real-life attempts to embed police officers undercover in schools, the rise and fall of D.A.R.E., and the role DARE played in creating the carceral state. This is such a surprising episode with some real revelations an…

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Franklin Episode 8 with Kelsa Pellettierre and Liz Covart 1:28:15

3M ago1:28:15

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This week Liz Covart drops in to talk with Kelsa and I about the final episode of Franklin, along with her thoughts on the show as it was. We get into the diplomatic manuevering at Paris, Liz's Codfish moment, the brigand that was William Augustus Bowles and ask if the French lost the American Revolution. About our guest: Liz Covart is a historian …

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Episode 77: Jaws with Melissa Cristina Márquez 59:16

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This week marine biologist and world reknowned shark expert Melissa Cristina Márquez dives in to talk all things Jaws. We talk about her career as a scientist, the role of sharks in the ecosystem, and the impact the book and film had on global shark populations. This is a different look for HATM and a lot of fun talking to an inspiring scholar. We'…

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Franklin Episode 7 with Kelsa Pellettiere, Michael Hattem, and Joanne Freeman 1:46:11

3M ago1:46:11

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Listen. You don't need to have watched the Franklin series at this point. Listen to THIS POD. This one. Everything you need is here. We've got Kelsa Pellettiere. We have Michael Hattem. We have JOANNE FREEMAN. We have colonial ideologies and diatribes on where an American Revolution series should go. We have disappointment in Michael Douglas. We ha…

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Franklin Episode 6 with Kelsa Pellettiere 1:04:31

3M ago1:04:31

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This week Kelsa and I ask the tough questions about the series: Are they spending too much time on Temple? Is Lafayette the best character? How will they resolve the series? Which Founding Father would have had an OnlyFans account? Stick around for the wildest discussion on the American Revolution you've ever heard.…

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Episode 76: In the Heart of the Sea with Bathsheba Demuth 1:25:32

3M ago1:25:32

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This week we are joined Bathsheba Demuth to talk about the Chris Hemsworth-led In The Heart of the Sea. Bathsheba is the author of one of my favorite books, Floating Coast: An Environmental History of the Bering Strait and we talk about the history of whaling, her work with Indigenous communities in the Yukon, and of course, Moby Dick. This is one …

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Episode 75: Red Dawn with Kathleen Belew 1:06:17

4M ago1:06:17

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This week my good friend and native Coloradan Kathleen Belew drops in to talk about the movie that etched the word "wolverines" into our lives forever: Red Dawn. We talk about how Red Dawn depicts Cold War fears on the big screen, and how it has been perceived in the *checks notes* forty years since its release. As usual, Kathleen and I talk about …

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Franklin Episode 5 with Kelsa Pellettiere and Seth Cotlar 1:25:49

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This week the legendary Seth Cotlar joins in with Kelsa and me to talk about Episode 5 of Franklin. We get into the dynamics between John Adams and Benjamin Franklin, talk about the need for more meat some of these storylines, and address the needs of the colonies to those of Ukraine in the present day. It's another great trip to the 18th century.…

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Episode 74: Inside Out with Agnes Arnold-Forster 1:15:18

4M ago1:15:18

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This week Agnes Arnold-Forster jumps in to talk about the emotional roller coaster that is Pixar's Inside Out. We talk about how historians have conceptualized emotions, their role in the human experience, and Agnes' new book which charts the history of nostalgia. This is such a cool pod because we go places we rarely get to visit. I hope you dig i…

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Franklin Episode 4 with Kelsa Pellettiere and Lindsay Chervinsky 1:14:57

4M ago1:14:57

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This week HATM friend Lindsay Chervinsky drops in to talk about Episode 4 of Franklin. We talk about the very real possibility all of this could fail, spies galore, a young Louis XVI (with a head!) and a villainous John Adams? Join in with us now! About our guest: Dr. Lindsay M. Chervinsky is a presidential historian. She is the author of the award…

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Episode 73: Gidget and the rise of California beach culture with Elsa Devienne 1:13:14

4M ago1:13:14

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This week Elsa Devienne drops in to talk about Gidget and the history and transformation of the California beach. We get into the fascination with the US and the environment, as well as the influence of Hawaii on California beach culture. We also jump into issues of body image, gender dynamics, and queer representation in beach movies and the globa…

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Franklin Episodes 1-3 with Kelsa Pellettiere and Craig Bruce Smith 1:39:23

4M ago1:39:23

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This week begins our first episode covering the new series on Apple TV, FRANKLIN, starring Michael Douglas. Each week we'll recap the episode, fill in with historical backstory, and offer plenty of snark. We have a permanent cohost for the series in Kelsa Pelletiere, one of the foremost Franklin scholars in the world. And we'll rotate in new guests…

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Episode 72: Robocop and guns in America with Drew McKevitt 1:25:40

4M ago1:25:40

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This week Drew McKevitt returns to talk about Robocop (1987). We get into depictions of Detroit as a failed city and of Robocop as both the commercial answer to the Terminator and maybe the antithesis of Dirty Harry. And we dive deep into Drew’s new book to talk about the rise of the gun culture in the United States. Hanging with Drew is always a b…

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Episode 71: A Knight's Tale with Thomas Lecaque, John Wyatt Greenlee, and Anna Waymack 1:37:15

5M ago1:37:15

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This week the pod welcomes back Thomas Lecaque and John Wyatt Greenlee along with #HATM newcomer Anna Waymack to talk about maybe the best medieval movie ever made: A Knight's Tale. We talk Chaucer, romance, Heath Ledger, the Black Prince, and that fucking soundtrack. Let's go. About our guests: Thomas Lecaque is an associate professor of History a…

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Episode 70: Munich with Jeffrey Melnick and Erik M. Baker 1:35:21

5M ago1:35:21

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This week Jeff Melnick and Erik Baker jump in to talk about Steven Spielberg's Munich. We talk about the history behind the attacks in 1972, why they were relevant in 2005, and why they remain relevant today. And yes, we absolutely discuss the warfare and attempted genocide in Palestine today. This is a really important conversation and I hope that…

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Episode 69: The Mambo Kings and Cuban Music with Christina Abreu 1:04:19

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This week Christina Abreu drops in to discuss Cuban-American history, Cuban music, and the representation of Cubans in film. We explore the origins and characteristics of Cuban music, as well as the migration of Cubans to the United States in the 1950s. We also discuss the relationship between Cuban-Americans and other Latino groups, as well as the…

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Masters of the Air: Episode 9 and Final Recap with Sarah Myers, Colin Colbourn, and Luke Truxal 1:42:11

5M ago1:42:11

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We've reached the end of the mission here at Historians At The Movies. This week Sarah, Colin, Luke and I talk about the final thrust of the air war in Germany, POW camps and escape attempts, Rosie's legacy, and the melancholy of leaving the war behind. We also give our final thoughts about the series, where to place it alongside Band of Brothers a…

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Episode 68: Smokey and the Bandit with Karen Cox 1:27:28

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This week Karen L. Cox swings by to talk about the South, the 70s, and why Burt Reynolds was so damn cool. This is probably the first time you’ve heard Smokey and the Bandit on a history podcast, but that’s what we are here for. This one is fun. About our guest: Karen L. Cox is an award-winning historian and a Distinguished Lecturer for the Organiz…

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#43 “Motherhood Doesn’t Have To Mean Losing Yourself” From Norland Nanny to Mum, Tips For Re-Finding Yourself & How To Be The Best YOU As A Mum with @alexandratealeaf 1:03:35

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In this episode of The Good Vibes Club, Jess speaks with Alex from Alexandra Tealeaf about her past as a Norland Nanny and how she found transitionining to motherhood, coping with the loss of identity and everything in between! Find Alex Here: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/alexandratealeaf/⁠⁠⁠ Consultancy: @hatsoffmotherhood ---- To get 1…

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Masters of the Air: Episode 8 with Sarah Myers, Colin Colbourn, and Luke Truxal 1:24:11

5M ago1:24:11

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This week Sarah, Colin, and Luke drop in to talk about the penultimate episode of Masters of the Air. We've a lot to talk about in this episode- inlcuding the air war in Italy and Romania, which highlighs the strategic and tactical operations of the 15th Air Force and the role of the Tuskegee Airmen. We also revist the prison camp storyline, to tal…

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Episode 67: Dune: Part Two with Mary Hicks and Margari Hill 1:43:09

6M ago1:43:09

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This week Mary Hicks and Margari Hill drop in to talk all things DUNE. We focus on Dune Part 2 but also talk about the historical influences on Frank Herbert as he wrote Dune, along with how Dune influenced the science fiction and fantasy that came afterward. We talk about the parallels between the fictional universe and historical events, such as …

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#42 THE DARK SIDE OF SOCIAL MEDIA: How Much We Actually Earn As Influencers, Lifestyle Inflation, Trolling & Loneliness 40:17

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In today's episode of The Good Vibes Club, Jess Sheppard sits down with Jade from Bella Inizio to discuss the other side of social media. From loneliness to inconsistent money, assumptions about influencers and more! ---- To get 10% off Better Help, click the link below: ⁠https://betterhelp.com/goodvibes⁠ BUY A GOOD VIBES STANLEY CUP: https://thego…

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Masters of the Air Episode 7 with Sarah Myers, Luke Truxal, and Colin Colbourn 1:24:19

6M ago1:24:19

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This week Sarah, Luke, Colin, and I continue to follow the Bloody Hundredth in what amounted to a tonal shift for the series. We talk about life inside German POW camps, the Great Escape, the Battle of Berlin, and Black Monday. We dive into the Red Cross and also compare the experiences of American prisoners in Europe and the Pacific, along with th…

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