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Past Present brings together three historians to discuss what's happening in American politics and culture today. Natalia, Neil, and Niki bring historical insights to the news of the day, offering listeners an alternative to the reflexive and polarized world of punditry. Interested in the world around you but exhausted by rote reactions and partisan talking points? You've come to the right place.
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Now displaying: May, 2022
May 31, 2022

In this episode, Natalia, Niki, and Neil discuss the cryptocurrency craze.

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May 24, 2022

In this episode, Neil, Niki, and Natalia discuss the “Great Replacement” conspiracy theory.

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In our regular closing feature, What’s Making History:

  • Natalia made a plea for more coverage of how summer camp directors are gearing up for their third pandemic summer. Those stories haven’t been written, but here’s a History Channel video she recorded on the history of summer camps.
  • Neil discussed Trip Mickle’s New York Times article, “Farewell to the iPod.”
  • Niki shared her congratulations and gratitude for historian Brian Balogh, on the occasion of his retirement from the University of Virginia.
May 17, 2022

In this episode, Niki, Natalia, and Neil discuss the history of adoption in the United States.

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May 10, 2022

In this episode, Natalia, Neil, and Niki discuss a leaked draft opinion from the Supreme Court that overturns Roe v. Wade.

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May 3, 2022

In this episode, Neil, Natalia, and Niki discuss Elon Musk’s bid to buy Twitter.

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