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Reflecting History is an educational history podcast that explores significant historical events and themes without losing track of the ordinary people involved. Covering a wide variety of topics, it explores the connection between history, psychology, and philosophy.
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Follow Craig Baird as he explores the good, the bad and the weird of Canada's history from the pre-colonial era to 25 years ago. Whatever you want to know about Canadian history, this is your one-stop shop.
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Inspiring stories of extraordinary figures who defied the odds and altered the course of history. Become a Patreon! Check out our website Follow us on Insta
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Walking in the footsteps of history, fifteen minutes at a time. Join us for a 15-minute episode covering a person, place, or event in history, and stay for an extended discussion. New episodes and discussions will recommence this Fall. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/15minutehistory/support
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Let's talk about women in history known for mayhem and murder
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A look at Virginia's rich history, one week at a time.
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A history of the people who became Americans. Formerly The American History Podcast.
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HistoryPodcast is a show simply devoted to history. Anything and everything related to history will be covered. If you have a passion for history this is the podcast for you.
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Talkin' about the paranormal, the occult, and weird and forgotten history. Deep dive into stories about ghosts, ouija boards, cemeteries, obscure and bizarre stories from New York City, urban legends, paranormal investigations, and more!
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The Kennedy podcast you’ve been looking for. Dive into discussions on the Kennedy’s family dynamic, appeal, call to public service, many notable accomplishments and much more with Alyson on the Kennedy Dynasty podcast.
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Unboxing History
Unboxing History | History Expert Jodi Wright-Gidley & Galveston Author Christine Hopkins
Explore the past with Unboxing History as we take you on a journey into the captivating Galveston County Historical Museum collection. Uncover the hidden stories behind artifacts, delve into the intricacies of local history, and discover the treasures that connect us to bygone eras. Join us for a unique and insightful exploration of our heritage, one unboxing at a time. Hosted by local author and Galveston expert Christine Hopkins and Museum Director Jodi Wright-Gidley, "Unboxing History" wi ...
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Echoes of India is the story of India like you've never heard it before. Host Anirudh Kanisetti takes you on a journey through its wonders, from the Greek art of Afghanistan to the thriving ports of Tamil Nadu. Along the way, monks debate, queens boast, and armies roar. From philosophy to politics to economics, the past comes back to life - noisy, breathing, as thriving as the Indian subcontinent is today.
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This Week in Free Speech is your weekly deep dive into the most cutting-edge global developments affecting the most important of human rights: freedom of expression. Each week your host Jacob Mchangama invites a guest with particular relevance or expertise to discuss a hot topic with global relevance for free speech, whether online or offline. Jacob Mchangama is the executive director of the Future of Free Speech Project, research professor at Vanderbilt University author of the critically a ...
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The Unusual History of Every Thing is a podcast for lovers of the weird history of common things in our world. Join cultural object preservationists Melanie Dellas and Karen Lacy as they uncover the unusual histories of every thing around us. New episodes every Tuesday!
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In each episode of In The Past Lane, the history podcast, we take up topics in American history and explore them through feature pieces, interviews, book and film reviews, and more. Our guiding philosophy is that history is not just about the past - it's about our world, here and now. History explains why things are the way they are, everything from our economy, religious practices, and foreign policy, to political ideology, family structure, and rates of poverty. Our aim is to be both infor ...
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These American stories are not in your standard history book. History tends to be reduced to key moments and celebrated names, and what’s often overlooked are the stories of the ordinary people, both past and present, who have lived through journeys of immigration and migration...the people who have shaped what it means to be and to become American. How To Be American is a podcast by the Tenement Museum where from New York’s Lower East Side, we explore the history of immigration and migratio ...
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Collision Podcast - Where Art, History & Music Collide with your Host, Sharon Fitzgerald, MA | Los Angeles. History teacher, podcaster YouTube @ Sharonfitzgerald Instagram @ Sharon_la Episode Guide: Ep. 10 D-Day Live from Omaha Beach Ep. 3-9: Game of Thrones the insane last season Ep. 2: The Birth of Modern Art interview with Ep. 1: Introduction Ep.10: D-Day - Live from Omaha Beach for the 75th Anniversary of the WW2 Normandy Beach Invasion. Join your Host, Sharon Fitzgerald, MA, as she trek ...
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Collision Podcast - Where Art, History & Music Collide with your Host, Sharon Fitzgerald, MA | Los Angeles. History teacher, podcaster YouTube @ Sharonfitzgerald Instagram @ Sharon_la Episode Guide: Ep. 10 D-Day Live from Omaha Beach Ep. 3-9: Game of Thrones the insane last season Ep. 2: The Birth of Modern Art interview with Ep. 1: Introduction Ep.10: D-Day - Live from Omaha Beach for the 75th Anniversary of the WW2 Normandy Beach Invasion. Join your Host, Sharon Fitzgerald, MA, as she trek ...
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The Battle of Manzikert 1071 | Part Three: Emperor's Folly
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“The most decisive disaster in Byzantine history” - Steven Runciman In the epic conclusion to our series, we delve into the monumental Battle of Manzikert in 1071. Through the perspectives of Alp Arslan and Emperor Romanos IV Diogenes, we explore the motivations and strategies of these two pivotal leaders leading up to this climactic confrontation.…
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The Wild Story And Escapes Of The Boyd Gang
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The Boyd Gang was a group of four men who found each other in prison, escaped, robbed banks, got arrested and escaped again. It is the story of amazing escapes, daring chases and, sadly, a murder or two. Artwork/logo design by Janet Cordahi Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: b…
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Cormac McCarthy's "The Road" depicts a horrific wasteland that is the worst possible example of an existential threat coming to life. But like in his other novels, there are also moments where you wonder if the evil depicted in the book is actually just a mere shade of the real evil hiding in the abyss-just a representation of something much deeper…
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The Egotistical Minister of Militia: Sir Sam Hughes
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He was egotistical, bombastic and totally convinced of his own legend. The man who was the Minister of Militia during the first part of the First World War became a controversial figure in our military history and the reason Canadian's are no longer knighted. Artwork/logo design by Janet Cordahi Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohc…
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Pointe du Hoc | Scaling the Impossible (Republish)
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To honor the 80th Anniversary of the D-Day invasion, we are republishing our Pointe du Hoc episode (first aired on April 12, 2021). "The last landing was unique. It was a 100-foot cliff facing the English Channel, situated between Utah and Omaha beach. At the top of the cliff were 155mm guns with a range of 3.5 miles that could fire on both Utah an…
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Remembering Our Veterans: No Stone Left Alone
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No Stone Left Alone (NSLA) provides students with an authentic leadership experience centered around a uniquely moving, hands-on act of remembrance - laying a poppy at the headstones of veterans. Today, I speak with Maureen Bianchini Purvis and Randall C. Purvis about the program and organization. Learn more about No Stone Left Alone here: https://…
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On June 6, 1944, 14,000 Canadians stormed Juno Beach as part of the D-Day landings. Over 1,000 would become casualties on that day. This is the story of Canada on D-Day. Learn more about No Stone Left Alone here: https://www.nostoneleftalone.ca Artwork/logo design by Janet Cordahi Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/c…
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The Battle of Manzikert 1071 | Part Two: Alp Arslan and The Seljuk Onslaught
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In this episode we'll explore the rise of the Seljuk Turks and the crises within the Byzantine Empire leading up to the pivotal Battle of Manzikert in 1071. We delve into the transformation of the Seljuk Turks from a steppe horde into a powerful empire under the leadership of Alp Arslan. His strategic brilliance and conquests have cemented his stat…
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McCarthyism | A Discussion on the Threat of Cultural Evil
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In this, our last episode of Season 7, join us as we discuss Joseph McCarthy, McCarthyism, and the threat of cultural evils. Thank you for a fantastic season! We look forward to speaking with you again this Fall. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/15minutehistory/support…
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Welcome to the Pop Quiz! Every other Thursday, Joe asks the other a topical question about history, and Jon has to answer it without any help or resources - other than his legendary memory and knowledge of history. These episodes are unedited and a fun way for the team to interact more with you, our outstanding audience. Have an idea for a topic? W…
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The Little Emperor of Rupert's Land: George Simpson
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For four decades, George Simpson was The Little Emperor of Rupert's Land as the Governor of the Hudson's Bay Company. He guided the company through a transformative time in its history, but many of his policies came at the expense of the First Nations. Artwork/logo design by Janet Cordahi Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadash…
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“The Message” | The Threat of Cultural Evil (Part 2)
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Last week, we discussed the political and legal framework of McCarthyism, but far more important is how it impacted ordinary citizens who were not Soviet agents. McCarthy and HUAC regularly labeled Americans as threats simply for their political beliefs, which were often countercultural at the time. Whether or not their views were correct, they did…
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Philosophers and Psychologists have often imagined a "blank slate" to put different theories of human nature to the test. What would humanity be if you stripped away all the culture, all the pressures, all the social interactions that shape us on a daily basis? In Cormac McCarthy's "The Road," he takes this idea to the next level by examining chara…
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Welcome to the Pop Quiz! Every other Thursday, Joe asks the other a topical question about history, and Jon has to answer it without any help or resources - other than his legendary memory and knowledge of history. These episodes are unedited and a fun way for the team to interact more with you, our outstanding audience. Have an idea for a topic? W…
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When news about the end of the War in Europe spread to Canada, Canadians across the country celebrated. Some celebrated harder than others, and some in Halifax celebrated so hard they caused $5 million in damages. Artwork/logo design by Janet Cordahi Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx…
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The Battle of Manzikert 1071 | Part One: Wolves At The Door
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“Our Empire is withering!” - Empress Eudokia Today, we'll explore the events leading up to the 1071 Battle of Manzikert through the reign of Byzantine Emperor Constantine IX. During Constantine IX's reign, the Byzantine Empire faces threats from all sides. We meet the Seljuk Turks, whose ambitions and determination set the stage for future conquest…
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McCarthyism | The Threat of Cultural Evil (Part 1)
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A sense of moral panic had gripped the country that everyone in the room at the Republican Women’s Club could feel. The audience fell silent as the senator walked to his podium and organized his notes. He had been in the upper house for only three years, and few outside his home state of Wisconsin knew of his service as a tail gunner on bombers in …
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Welcome to the Pop Quiz! Every other Thursday, Joe or Jon asks the other a topical question about history, and Jon has to answer it without any help or resources - other than his legendary memory and knowledge of history. These episodes are unedited and a fun way for the team to interact more with you, our outstanding audience. Have an idea for a t…
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When Luck Was Lady Galveston, Unveiling the City’s Gambling Past
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Unveiling the Maceos: From Immigrants to Galveston's Power Duo - Featuring Kimber Fountain, Author of "The Maceos and the Free State of Galveston, An Authorized History" This episode of 'Unboxing History' delves into the intriguing history Galveston County, Texas, through the lens of Sam and Rose Maceo, who played a pivotal role in transforming the…
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The World Almost At War: The Nootka Crisis
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For a brief moment, the eyes of the world were on a small area of Vancouver Island called Nootka Sound. The events that unfolded there changed the world. Artwork/logo design by Janet Cordahi Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Clic…
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Quickfire: 4 Petty Letters Of The Ancient World
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Join us for a lively journey into the ancient world as co-host Alexander Gates and I delve into the most scandalous and petty letters of antiquity. From expletive-laden tirades to guilt-tripping manipulations, we uncover the outrageous communications of everyday people. Listen in as we explore the fiery exchanges between an Ottoman Sultan and his i…
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Teaching Evil | A Discussion on Signposts and Outcomes
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Join us as we discuss the episode, Teaching Evil, the trends seen in history, and their outcomes. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/15minutehistory/support
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Welcome to the Pop Quiz! Every other Thursday, Joe asks a topical question about history, and Jon has to answer it without any help or resources - other than his legendary memory and knowledge of history. These episodes are unedited and a fun way for the team to interact more with you, our outstanding audience. Have an idea for a topic? Want to try…
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An Indigenous Acting Icon: Jay Silverheels
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A lacrosse star in Canada, Jay Silverheels made the move to Hollywood in the 1940s and achieved immense fame as Tonto on The Lone Ranger. He took that success and worked to help other Indigenous actors in Hollywood for the rest of his life. Artwork/logo design by Janet Cordahi Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/colle…
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"You forget what you want to remember and you remember what you want to forget." Cormac McCarthy's "The Road" imagines a post-apocalyptic world that puts other dystopian atmospheres to shame with its bleak hopelessness. Staring into the darkest parts of the abyss, it asks some of the most basic yet important questions humanity can ask-What is the v…
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Some of the greatest crimes in history began not on battlefields or politicians’ offices but in classrooms. Demagogues often seize control of educational institutions as a means of indoctrinating the young, filling their minds with false narratives meant to guide them toward evil. As a teacher, this both terrifies and enrages me in equal measure. A…
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Thursday Thoughts + Pop Quiz | Inconvenient Road Construction
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Welcome to a special combined episode of Thursday Thoughts and Pop Quiz! Every other Thursday, Joe speaks about a specific person, place, or event in history in under five minutes. This week, Joe talks about the history of roads and as a result, Jon has a few questions. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/15minutehisto…
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For five seasons in the 1980s, Fraggle Rock was a must-watch show for a generation of Canadian children. Created by Jim Henson, it was produced by HBO and CBC and featured many Canadian puppeteers and actors, and was filmed in Toronto. Artwork/logo design by Janet Cordahi Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collection…
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Join us as we discuss the Trail of Tears, its root causes, and its effects. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/15minutehistory/support
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Akhenaten The Heretic Pharaoh | Part 2: Wrath Of The Aten
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"The Gods had turned their backs on this land" - Tutankhamun's Restoration Edict In part two of our series, we delve into the downfall of Akhenaten, The Heretic King. As Akhenaten's religious reforms shake the very foundations of his kingdom, the Pharaoh lashes out at his citizens, closing temples and destroying statues of traditional Gods. Isolate…
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Welcome to the Pop Quiz! Every other Thursday, Joe asks a topical question about history, and Jon has to answer it without any help or resources - other than his legendary memory and knowledge of history. These episodes are unedited and a fun way for the team to interact more with you, our outstanding audience. Have an idea for a topic? Want to try…
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For centuries, pirates such as Ned Low and Black Bart, came to Canadian shores to rob fishermen, steal ships, restock supplies and pick up new crews. Some pirates were nice, others were bloodthirsty, but all were interesting. Artwork/logo design by Janet Cordahi Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian…
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"In the chill of a drizzling rain on an October morning, I saw them loaded like cattle or sheep into six hundred and forty-five wagons and started toward the west. One can never forget the sadness and solemnity of that morning. Chief John Ross led in prayer and when the bugle sounded and the wagons started rolling many of the children rose to their…
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Welcome to the Pop Quiz! Every other Thursday, Joe asks a topical question about history, and Jon has to answer it without any help or resources - other than his legendary memory and knowledge of history. These episodes are unedited and a fun way for the team to interact more with you, our outstanding audience. Have an idea for a topic? Want to try…
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Revealing Galveston’s History Through Film From 1900 Storm to 1950s
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Unearthing Galveston's Past: The 1900 Storm Through Thomas Edison's Lens This episode of 'Unboxing History' features Christine Hopkins and Jodi Wright Gidley, who introduce two unique films. One film was captured after the 1900 Storm by Thomas Edison’s crew, and another reel is from the early 1950s. Guest J.R. Shaw, host of Galveston Unscripted, sh…
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From Slavery to War Hero: Richard Pierpoint
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Stolen from his home in Africa by enslavers when he was 16, he remained enslaved for two decades. Then, using his new freedom, he fought for the British and Canada not once, but twice, and helped many other Black Canadians in his area. Artwork/logo design by Janet Cordahi Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collection…
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Akhenaten The Heretic Pharaoh | Part 1: Like Father, Like Son
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"The Pharaoh's sinister smile seemed to whisper love me… but fear me.." Embark on a journey into ancient Egypt's shadows with our latest episode, as we delve deep into the enigmatic life of Akhenaten, the heretic pharaoh whose legacy was damned by his own people. We uncover the intriguing tale of Akhenaten's formative years, shaped under the toweri…
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Margret Sanger | A Discussion on Intentions
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Today, we discuss the motivations of Margaret Sanger, what – according to history – drove her “solutions”, and why even Planned Parenthood is beginning to disavow her. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/15minutehistory/support
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Episode 139: Vagabond Princess with Ruby Lal
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In this episode I’m joined by historian Ruby Lal. Ruby is Professor of South Asian history at Emory University and the author of several books, including her latest: "Vagabond Princess: The Great Adventures of Gulbadan." We discuss the Mughal Empire-the descendants of the great nomadic empires of Genghis Khan, the Mongols, and Tamerlane. We talk ab…
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Welcome to the Pop Quiz! Every other Thursday, Joe asks a topical question about history, and Jon has to answer it without any help or resources - other than his legendary memory and knowledge of history. These episodes are unedited and a fun way for the team to interact more with you, our outstanding audience. Have an idea for a topic? Want to try…
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A Beloved Baseball Player: Jackie Robinson in Montreal
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For one season in 1946, prior to changing Major League Baseball forever, Jackie Robinson played for the Montreal Royals. He never forgot his time in Montreal, nor the kindness he received from the city's residents. Artwork/logo design by Janet Cordahi Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-eh…
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Put her name into a search engine and you will be provided with a variety of titles such as “political activist”, “feminist”, “American social reformer”, and “sex educator”. You will be treated to the history of a person who fought hard for women’s reproductive rights. To be clear, all of this is true. We can have two conversations. The benefits of…
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Thursday Thoughts | Dying Refrigerators & the Assembly Line
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Welcome to Thursday Thoughts! Every other Thursday, Joe will speak about a specific person, place, or event in history in under five minutes. This week, Joe talks about the history and benefits of the assembly line that we still experience daily. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/15minutehistory/support…
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Finding Fortunes and Folly: The Klondike Gold Rush
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For a brief period, the Klondike was the biggest piece of news on the planet. Over 100,000 people ventured towards the Klondike to find their fortune, but only a few hundred actually did. It is the story of big names, big stories and a changing world. Artwork/logo design by Janet Cordahi Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadasho…
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The Khmer Rouge | A Discussion - “To Destroy You is No Loss”
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Join us as we discuss the absolute horror that was the Khmer Rouge. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/15minutehistory/support
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Introducing... Crime Beat | Out of the dark
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In the summer of 2006, a young Calgary woman was on top of the world. She had a supportive family, amazing friends and a great job. But life as she knew it came to an abrupt stop in the middle of the night on August 6, 2006. In this episode, Global News senior crime reporter Nancy Hixt shares details of a violent attack- a story that’s every woman’…
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