Best Fayge Horesh Podcasts (2024)

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D List Announcement 0:51

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Keep up with us here or at www.DListersofHistory.com; once this minor crisis passes, lots of fun things are coming. Thank you so much! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.By Fayge and Mazal Horesh

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[Sidebar] Violins, Buttons, and Peasant Revolts - A Look at the Little Ice Age 13:31

20d ago13:31

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If you are in the United States, there is a good chance that you will suffer from a heat wave this summer. Cool down with Fayge and dive into the Little Ice Age and its many impacts on Europe. It will involve fashion, politics, and a tiny bit of science, the best combination. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ www.DListersofHistory.com D Listers of History on Su…

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Warrior Mom: A Mother’s Journey In Healing Her Son with Autism w/Tracy Slepcevic 1:31:42

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Modern Americans are “swimming in a toxic pool.” Could this be an underlying cause of the rapidly increasing rates of autism in today’s kids? Sean’s Monologue: Navigating Autism in Our Workforce Join us as Sean St. Heart interviews Tracy Slepcevic, author of the bestselling book Warrior Mom: A Mother’s Journey In Healing Her Son with Autism. Tracy …

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What Sewing Machines Teach Us About AI 1:16:28

27d ago1:16:28

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Dive into the surprisingly dramatic story of the invention of the sewing machine, if anyone can decide who did it first anyway. This story has it all: revolutions, bonfires, poorly managed paperwork, patent theft... and it all relates to Artificial Intelligence (AI), no, really. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ www.DListersofHistory.com D Listers of History on…

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[D List Stories] The Heroes of the 1793 Yellow Fever Epidemic 11:40

1M ago11:40

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This week, join Fayge on a boat sailing the Delaware River to chat about Philadelphia's 1793 Yellow Fever epidemic. Please excuse the audio. The mic did really well, given the amount of wind that day, but there is only so much one can do in post. We will be back with a full-length episode next week. https://northwindsail.org/ Further Reading: (some…

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[Sidebar] Fast and Furious: Presidential Edition 10:21

1M ago10:21

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Former President Trump is the first President to be incited in a criminal court, but he is far from the first President to break the law. There is one story of another President ending up on the wrong side of the law, but how it was handled and remembered is very different. Further Reading: https://www.nps.gov/articles/000/was-general-grant-arreste…

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Making the GOP a Little More Gay 52:42

2M ago52:42

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"Gay" and "Republican" might seem like identities that don't really go together, but to the Log Cabin Republicans, that is exactly who they are. The origins of the Log Cabin Republicans, though, are about as far from what you are probably imagining as you can get. Reverend Raymond Broshears worked tirelessly for the rights of LGBTQ+ people, the eld…

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Defeating MAGA Extremism: A Deep Dive with Russell Jack 2:00:17

2M ago2:00:17

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Vote for a “liberal” or vote for a terrorist – what’s a staunch Republican to do? Sean’s Monologue: How Conservatism Shapes Policy This week on Coup Save America, Sean speaks with Russell Jack, a former U.S. Air Marshal and the author of Is MAGA a Terrorist Movement? With a combination of inside knowledge and meticulous research, Russell’s book pre…

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[Sidebar] The Canned Heat Wave of 1963 10:05

2M ago10:05

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There is quite a bit of disagreement regarding how to handle the results of our modern opioid epidemic. In Philadelphia, Mayor Cherelle Parker, amidst heavy criticism, "cleaned up" one of the largest encampments where people lived and used out in the open. This is not Philadelphia's first brush with a neighborhood overwhelmed by addiction. In 1963,…

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The Quality of Life Resistance Movement 1:59:21

2M ago1:59:21

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What happens when addiction becomes the rule rather than the exception for most Americans? Sean’s Monologue: Is a Utopian Society Possible? Today on Coup Save America we welcome guest Jeff Einstein, a digital media pioneer who has taken a critical stance on how the digital age has negatively impacted our quality of life. Jeff begins by explaining h…

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It's me, hi, I'm the problem, it's me 1:00:20

2M ago1:00:20

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The Chevalier d'Eon is one of those historical figures who pop up now and again, mostly because no one knows what to do with them. Were they a trans woman? A man masquerading as a woman for political reasons? Outside of salacious curiosity about their sex and gender, do they actually matter? This week, Fayge and Mazal dive into d'Eon's life to expl…

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[Sidebar] Four Dead In Ohio 10:16

2M ago10:16

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Note: We had a lot of technical difficulties with this one so please forgive the significantly lower than usual production values On this week's D Lister's of History Sidebar, Fayge reflects on one of the most infamous protests, the May 1970 protest at Kent State University. You can learn more about the Kent State anti-war protests at Kent State's …

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Slow, and Daily, Tampering With the Mysteries of the Brain 53:19

3M ago53:19

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“I hold this slow, and daily, tampering with the mysteries of the brain to be immeasurably worse than any torture of the body.” Charles Dickens, 1842 Eastern State Penitentiary dominates Fairmount Ave in Philadelphia. The physical structure is intimidating, but the stories of the horrors that happened there are even more terrifying. Interestingly, …

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Exploring Hungarian Roots | Linda Broenniman 25:52

3M ago25:52

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Linda Broenniman knew little about her Hungarian heritage until a surprising revelation at the age of 27 changed everything. Discovering her Jewish roots and the heroic actions of her family members during the holocaust became a turning point in her quest to delve deeper into her family's past. With warmth and authenticity, Linda reflects on the pe…

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Exploring Shadow Banning with Robert Hawkins 1:44:04

3M ago1:44:04

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How can someone being banned from marching in a parade lead to everyone being legally censored online? Sean’s Monologue: Censorship Industrial Complex Our guest today is here to tell us about a secret form of online censorship that is happening every day to people like you and me – and we don’t even know it. Robert Hawkins is a social entrepreneur …

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(REPUBLISH) The Man Who Would Be God 1:10:14

3M ago1:10:14

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Does declaring yourself God automatically make you a cult leader? Turns out, like most things, it is complicated. Thank you to April Keez for the use of the songs "Misfit" and "Grow Up" from the Album Mountainview. Find her album on Bandcamp. Today's audio drop is a recording of Father Divine from the International Peace Mission Movement ~~~~~~~~~~…

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Connecting to Jewish Identity By Exploring Her Family Tree | Fayge Horesh 20:21

3M ago20:21

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As a public historian, Fayge had always been interested in history. It wasn't until she moved to West Philadelphia, close to where her ancestors lived, that she began her search in earnest. Her exploration was also intertwined with her reconnection to Judaism, prompting a deeper desire to understand her family's story. Fayge shares how delving into…

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Girlbossing: A Historical Perspective 1:09:48

3M ago1:09:48

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Have you ever wondered why that girl you haven't spoken to since high school ~really~ wants to sell you essential oils/leggings/makeup/nail wraps/etc? One of the men to blame is David McConnell, the founder of the company now known as Avon. Fayge and Mazal dive into Avon's history, and how we got to that weird social media message, you don't know h…

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Unveiling the Playbook: The Threat of Religious Fundamentalism 2:01:20

3M ago2:01:20

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When a fundamentalist Christian is preaching against abortion, don’t point out how many babies God killed in the Bible! Sean’s Monologue: Book Banning in America Our guest today is Mark Alsip, a computer scientist, freelance science writer, and the founder of Bad Science Debunked, a skeptical science blog. Mark is here with us today to talk about a…

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[Sidebar] Basketball on the Basis of Sex 5:30

3M ago5:30

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How did Title IX come to be, and why is it so closely associated with collegiate sports? Keep the conversation going on our NEW Substack! (You don't need a Substack account to subscribe) Thank you to April Keez for the use of the songs "Misfit" and "Grow Up" from the Album Mountainview. Find her album on Bandcamp. In Episode audio from the BBC's Mr…

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The Phenomenon of QAnon w/Mike Trigg 1:39:42

3M ago1:39:42

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Is economic disenfranchisement the main force fueling toxic Internet subcultures and online movements? Sean’s Monologue: The Phenomenon of QAnon We are joined today by Mike Trigg, a former Silicon Valley start-up guru now turned accomplished writer. Mike’s first corporate thriller Bit Flip was lauded with 5-star reviews, and now he’s on our show to…

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Superhero But Make It 18th Century 57:08

4M ago57:08

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In today's episode, Mazal and Fayge discuss one of Fayge's favorite authors, Baroness Emma Orczy. Orczy is best known for writing the Scarlet Pimpernel series. Was the Scarlet Pimpernel the world's first modern superhero? Was Marguerite actually the cleverest woman in Europe? Can you still access the treasure trove of early 2000s Scarlet Pimpernel …

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Unraveling the Secrets of Dreams with Benjamin "The Dream Wizard" Davidson 2:05:18

4M ago2:05:18

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Did the act of dreaming bring about religion? Sean’s Monologue – “The Poor People’s Campaign” Tune in today to learn that everything you’ve heard about dreaming is true…sort of. Benjamin Davidson – The Dream Wizard – joins us to unravel the mystery of dreams and other human “thought experiences.” With two decades of work in the mental health field …

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[Sidebar] The Most Powerful First Lady in History 9:04

4M ago9:04

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What happened when a US President was unable to discharge the duties of his office? The answer to this is absolutely bonkers and is worth exploring today. Keep the conversation going on our NEW Substack! (You don't need to belong to Substack to read or subscribe!) Thank you to April Keez for the use of the songs "Misfit" and "Grow Up" from the Albu…

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Gaza Crisis: Unveiling Israel's Actions 1:58:18

4M ago1:58:18

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How do our government’s efforts to ban TikTok circle back around to the crisis in Gaza? Sean’s Monologue: The USA Titanic Today we bring back our friend Christina Khalil for an update on her New Jersey race for Senate. Running on genuine concern, compassion, and policy ideas that might actually heal our country has forced Christina to abandon the D…

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Hold On To What You Must Do feat. Jack Maher 1:19:44

4M ago1:19:44

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On today's episode, author Jack Maher discusses his novel "Poppy: A Novel About A Colorful Colorado Life" and the titular "Poppy," Eric Douglas. Fayge and Mazal explore the incredible life of the man who, as curator for the Denver Art Museum, worked tirelessly to teach White America about and to love Native American art. His work still resonates to…

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Exploring Multiple Truths Through Family History and Curiosity | Julie Pham 28:23

4M ago28:23

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Julie Pham, a Vietnamese boat person, shares her family's journey as refugees fleeing communism and establishing a new life in the United States. Through Julie's experiences and insights as a historian, listeners will explore the power of multiple truths, the push and pull factors of immigration, and the dynamics of being an insider and an outsider…

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Healing America: A Prescription for Health Care Reform 2:03:11

4M ago2:03:11

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Could “complexity, cost, and risk of change” be the three main factors holding back healthcare reform in the United States? Sean’s monologue topic: The State of Healthcare in the States Today on Coup Save America, our guest comes to us with a unique and creative way to spread awareness about our failing healthcare system. Greg Vigdor is the author …

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[Sidebar] Alabama's Foray Into Medical History 8:03

4M ago8:03

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CN: This episode discusses abortion, infant death, IVF, and modern far-right white supremacy In Colonial America, abortion of early pregnancies was not only legal but was viewed as a typical medical procedure. February 2023, the State of Alabama ruled that frozen embryos have the same rights as a child after birth. How did we end up here? Support A…

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Little Known Facts of History w/Fayge Horesh 1:52:02

4M ago1:52:02

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Did you know that Soviet spies will turn into ash like vampires if forced to say the words “under God”? Sean’s monologue topic: Reparations for Africa Americans Fayge Horesh is a public historian, tour guide, and freelance writer. They have always wanted to share their passion for history with others, so they created the podcast “D Listers of Histo…

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Little Known Facts of History with Fayge Horesh 1:53:32

4M ago1:53:32

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Did you know that Soviet spies will turn into ash like vampires if forced to say the words “under God”? Sean’s monologue topic: Reparations for Africa Americans Fayge Horesh is a public historian, tour guide, and freelance writer. They have always wanted to share their passion for history with others, so they created the podcast “D Listers of Histo…

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The Famous Composer France Forgot 1:10:15

5M ago1:10:15

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People call the Chevalier de Saint-George the "Black Mozart" but frankly, they should be calling Mozart the "White Chevalier." Mazal and Fayge dive into the history of one of the 18th century's most skilled and famous composers you've never heard of (but you should have.) Keep the conversation going on Threads and Instagram Thank you to April Keez …

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Unraveling Their Family's Departure During Iran's Golden Age | Danielle and Galeet Dardashti 29:00

5M ago29:00

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Join Danielle and Galeet Dardashti as they share their journey of discovery to learn why their father's family left Iran during the Golden Age for Jews. With limited access to records to answer their questions, the sisters relied on interviewing over 85 individuals, including family members, scholars, and unexpected acquaintances. They have reconst…

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The Wisdom of Morrie 1:58:58

5M ago1:58:58

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“Aging is tough, but it beats the alternate.” – Morrie Schwartz Sean’s monologue topic: How Ageism negatively impacts America Today we are joined by Rob Schwartz, an Award-Winning Music/Film Producer, journalist and entrepreneur with 20+ years of entertainment experience. He is also the son of Morrie Schwartz, one of our culture’s most celebrated s…

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The Wisdom of Morrie 1:58:57

5M ago1:58:57

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“Aging is tough, but it beats the alternate.” – Morrie Schwartz Sean’s monologue topic: How Ageism negatively impacts America Today we are joined by Rob Schwartz, an Award-Winning Music/Film Producer, journalist and entrepreneur with 20+ years of entertainment experience. He is also the son of Morrie Schwartz, one of our culture’s most celebrated s…

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[Sidebar] What do Tucker Carlson and the NYT have in common? 7:07

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How unique was Tucker Carlson's big adventure to Russia? American journalism has a long and sordid history when it comes to talking about and interacting with dictators. So, what do we do about it? Discussion between Mary Louise Kelly and Martin Baron - NPR: How should the media cover Trump and Biden in 2024? One man has an answer Further Reading: …

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World Social Justice Day 1:53:38

5M ago1:53:38

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In the fight for social justice “Our greatest weapons are our voices and our passion - Let us wield these tools with courage and conviction, for the sake of our present and for the promise of our future.” In this opening episode of Coup Save America’s third season, host, Sean St. Heart, is out sick with covid. His producer, Mckenzie, also has covid…

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World Social Justice Day 1:53:37

5M ago1:53:37

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In the fight for social justice “Our greatest weapons are our voices and our passion - Let us wield these tools with courage and conviction, for the sake of our present and for the promise of our future.” In this opening episode of Coup Save America’s third season, host, Sean St. Heart, is out sick with covid. His producer, Mckenzie, also has covid…

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Grand Theft Tea feat. Nicole Wilson 58:35

5M ago58:35

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When we sit down to drink a relaxing cup of tea, most of us aren't thinking too much about the journey it took to get into our cups. Nicole Wilson, though, is a tea blogger and educator so knowing all the ins and outs of tea is kind of her thing. Nicole and I talk about Robert Fortune, the man who stole tea from China, launching the machine that wo…

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[Sidebar] Ethically Managing Unethical Museum Collections 6:38

5M ago6:38

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The Penn Museum recently raised the ire of community groups and historians for their handling of the Morton Collection. We will explore what the Morton Collection is, its legacy and why people are once again upset with the Penn Museum. A few places to get more information: https://www.phillyvoice.com/penn-museum-burial-ceremony-morton-cranial-colle…

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In Which Antisemitism is Solved By Repeatedly Slapping it In the Face Feat: Robert Neumark Jones 1:25:44

5M ago1:25:44

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There are a lot of ways to approach bigotry. Some call it out loudly, others encourage conversation, and then there is Uriah Levy. Levy tackled antisemitism in the US Navy head on through law, public opinion and of course, a good slap across the face. Fayge and actor Robert Neumark Jones discuss Levy's life and what we can learn from his legacy. Ch…

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[Sidebar] Powerful Men Behaving Badly and the Women Who Got the Last Word 4:49

6M ago4:49

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A rich an powerful man like former President Trump is not the first, nor unfortionately, the last man to assault someone. This week E Jean Carroll got the last word in and we remember Nan Britton, another woman who got one up on the most powerful man in the nation. Interstitial Music: "SOME OF THESE DAYS" Sophie Tucker Composed by Shelton Brooks Ac…

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Slavery, Servitude and Solidarity feat: Mack Little 41:55

6M ago41:55

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Fayge sits down with author Mack Little to discuss slave revolts in 17th century Barbados and all the fascinating complexity of Barbados in that era. The lines between race and class were very different from our modern expectations. We also discuss how to research less discussed topics and the importance of seeing yourself in history. See Mack Litt…

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[Sidebar] Jew Tunnels and Mitzvah Tanks - What is Chabad Anyway? 8:32

6M ago8:32

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Everyone was shocked when the NYPD had to break up a civil disturbance in the world headquarters of the Chabad movement, but how did they come to be there in the first place? In this sidebar, we talk about the origins of the Hassidic movement in Judaism in general and Chabad in particular. If you want to learn more about the tunnels, here are a few…

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How To Off a Moth feat: Lucas Zellers 52:14

6M ago52:14

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Fayge and Isa sit down with Lucas Zellers, author of the new Dungeons and Dragons Monster Manual "Book of Extinction" to discuss the life and legacy of the entomologist JD Tothill. What Tothill a hero or a villain? Why do the British always make a mess of everything? Will Fayge ever say "insect" instead of "bug?" (No.) Get the Book of Extinction at…

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[Sidebar] Nikki Haley and the Lost Cause of the Confederacy 6:34

7M ago6:34

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Why does Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley seem reticent to say that slavery was the cause of the American Civil War? It might be a bit more complicated than simple politics. Thank you to April Keez for the use of the song "Grow Up" from the Album Mountainview. Find her album on Bandcamp. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ www.DListersofHistory.com D…

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Jewish Christmas and the Inventor of General Tso's Chicken with David Page 46:15

7M ago46:15

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Jews have enjoyed Chinese food, especially on Christmas, since both communities made their way to the United States. We chat with the creator of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, David Page, about the connection between these immigrant groups and the most popular of American Chinese dishes, General Tso's Chicken. If you want to support the "No Arena in …

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The Power of Anthropology in Unearthing Family History and Culture | Elizabeth Keating 29:38

7M ago29:38

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In retrospect, Elizabeth Keating wishes she would have used her skills as an anthropologist when she interviewed her mother about family history. To help others avoid her mistakes, Elizabeth shares how we can use interviews with living family members to uncover the everyday experiences and cultural nuances of previous generations. Elizabeth encoura…

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The Courteous World of Daniel of Beccles feat. Daniele Cybulskie 58:54

7M ago58:54

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Put down your turkey leg and churro because it is time to learn how to be a proper Medieval boy-clerk. It's really fun, I promise, and you don't even have to give up the corset. Check out all the super cool Medieval stuff Daniele Cybulskie is up to on her website https://www.danielecybulskie.com/ Audio drop is from Disney's 1973 movie "Robin Hood" …

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Vivien Sieber - How War Changed the Trajectory of Her Grandmother's Life 28:24

8M ago28:24

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Our conversation delves into the remarkable life of Vivien Sieber's Czech-born grandmother, who faced adversity and triumphs during World War II. From owning a cinema in Vienna to finding refuge in England and caring for girls who fled their families as part of the Kinder Transport, Vivien uncovers the intricacies of her family's history and shares…

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