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How can the past help inform today’s most pressing challenges? Every Wednesday, award-winning historians Heather Cox Richardson and Joanne Freeman use their encyclopedic knowledge of US history to bring the past to life. Together, they make sense of the week in news by discussing the people, ideas, and events that got us here today. Now and Then is produced by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network.

"Then and Now" connects events from the past with today's news headlines. Current episodes are history topics from my global culture and history course. In 2006, the podcast started with students in my introductory global history and culture course at the Univ of Minn. Previous episodes reviewed history topics, special music episodes connecting a country's culture with its music, interviews with voices of students and community members as they were part of historical events, and other topics. Episodes featured independent music artists. Share comments about the podcast with David Arendale, ...

Born into a family with a strong, radical dissenting tradition in which enterprise and public service were combined, Tony Benn was taught to believe that the greatest sins in life was to waste time and money.

This show is dedicated to examining the ideas, events, and people that have molded modern American politics. We'll look at history and philosophy going back to the Ancient Romans and Greeks all the way up until present day and talk about how and why it matters today. If you have ever wondered what events and ideas shape the world you live in today, we'll cover it on this podcast.

Coachella: A Desert Odyssey Through Music, Fashion, and Cultural Impact Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, nestled in the sun-drenched Indio, California, isn't just a music festival; it's a cultural phenomenon. Since its humble beginnings in 1999, it has evolved into a global brand synonymous with musical discovery, fashion flamboyance, and Instagram-worthy moments. Buckle up for a ride through Coachella's highs, lows, and transformative journey: Early Days (1999-2001):Founded by Paul Tollett and Rick Van Santen, Coachella initially aimed to be a one-off "anti-Woodstock" event, focusing...

Lollapalooza: From Farewell Tour to Global Phenomenon Lollapalooza, the name rolling off your tongue like a carnival barker's call, isn't just a music festival; it's a cultural touchstone. But its journey from a one-off "anti-Woodstock" to a global behemoth is paved with mud, mosh pits, and moments of musical magic. So, grab your platform shoes and ripped denim, and let's dive into the wild history of Lollapalooza: The Origins: Farewell Tour Takes Flight (1991-1997) Conceived by Jane's Addiction frontman Perry Farrell as a farewell tour for his band, Lollapalooza debuted in 1991. This wasn't ...

Gov Ball: Then and Now - A Musical Pilgrimage Through a New York City Tradition Gov Ball isn't just a music festival; it's a New York City tradition. Since its humble beginnings in 2011, it's morphed from a sun-drenched gathering in Governor's Island to a multi-generational, genre-defying behemoth that now claims Flushing Meadows Corona Park as its playground. Let's embark on a musical pilgrimage, tracing Gov Ball's evolution and celebrating its present glory. Early Days: Indie Oasis Blooms in the Big Apple (2011-2014) Born from the creative minds of music veterans Jordan Wolowitz, Tom Russell...

A podcast about everything you love to dish about — pop culture, life in your 20s/30s, personal stories, iconic throwbacks, and everything in between!

Hosted by Uriah Young, Lucas Johnson, Maurice Huggins, and Ben Franczuszki, NBA Now and Then peels back layers of player backgrounds, statistics, accolades, and teammates to reveal similarities and distinctions of NBA stars. Our discussions bridge past and present NBA eras and connect generations of basketball fans from around the world. Whether we are comparing LaMelo Ball to Jason Williams, Luka Doncic to Larry Bird, or Anthony Edwards and Dwyane Wade, each episode brings out aspects of player careers that will raise eyebrows. We offer inspiration, nostalgia, and much more when we feature ...

Long time Pittsburgh media veteran John Steigerwald talks about politics and sports (not necessarily in that order) and everything else with the perspective of a guy who knows what the world was like before men tried to breast feed and quarterbacks started sliding. No apologies. Baby boomers can relate. Younger listeners might learn something.

Whistleblowing Now and Then is hosted by Anna Myers, Executive Director of the Whistleblowing International Network. Join Whistleblowing Now and Then to hear about the most important issues of the day for whistleblowing, featuring interviews with experts, whistleblowers and advocates from around the world. Whistleblowing Now and Then is produced by Verity Loughlin, Communications Officer at WIN. The theme music is by the Routes Quartet and edited by Josh Brown.

"'Carol' and 'Transparent': Women in Love, Then and Now" is from the Entertainment section of The New York Times. It was written by Wesley Morris and narrated by Barbara Benjamin-Creel.