Erased: The Untold Story Of Native Children In U.S. Boarding Schools
We trace the dark hidden history of Native American boarding schools in a post-Civil War America.
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Viewpoints Explained: Alcatraz: Prison, Museum… Or Political Symbol?
We explore the history, cost, legal hurdles, and political undertones behind the proposal—and why the idea may not be as straightforward as it sounds.
A Life In Chess: Susan Polgar’s Groundbreaking Journey
Grandmaster Susan Polgar’s rose through ridicule to become the first woman to earn the Grandmaster title on equal terms. Now, she’s passing the torch to a new wave of champions.
Viewpoints Explained: Inside The Conclave: The Hidden Rules Of Electing A Pope
From handwritten ballots to color-coded smoke, the conclave operates under centuries of storied tradition.
The Polyester Trap: How Fashion Became Disposable
Author and fashion expert Sofi Thanhauser unravels how the industry traded craftsmanship and quality for maximum profits.
Viewpoints Explained: Can We Revive Extinct Species? Scientists Say Maybe
Could this be the beginning of a new era in conservation, or is it a step too far?
Viewpoints Explained: The Origins Of April Fools Day
We cover the ancient origins of April Fools Day and its evolution over the years.
What’s Fueling The Conflict & The War In The Congo?
Historian Pedro Monaville and U.N. human rights expert Mary Lawlor unravel the hidden forces driving the violence and the struggle to obtain peace.
Buses, Trains And Trams: The Birthplace Of Public Transportation
We speak with mass transit expert Steven Beaucher about the first subway system built in Boston and the state of mass transportation agencies today amid budget cuts.
The Lost World Of Shipwrecks
We speak with author Daniel Stone about these fascinating structures that reveal a hidden past.
The Wedding Pages: Celebrating Love, In Print
We speak with a former New York Times journalist about the history of the section and what makes for a great story.
Galileo’s Shopping List: Why Humans Have Always Relied On Lists
Lists are a part of our everyday, even if they are often a forgotten part of our everyday.
Spies And Soldiers: The Roles Women Held During The Civil War
Historian Karen Abbott Kahler tells the story of several women who helped their sides during the Civil War.
Why Do We Always Fall Back On The Basic Staples In Our Closet?
Fashion writer and author of The Ten Lauren Cochrane joins us to highlight some of the most iconic clothes in fashion history.
Why We Love Horror: The Cultural & Societal Ties Behind The Scary Movies We Love
We speak with author and professor Jeremy Dauber about the deeper roots of the American horror genre and how, often, these works showcase a larger narrative on society at that time.
The Massive Cultural Impact Of Comics
A History Jeremy Dauber joins us to help highlight the interesting history of comics and how it’s evolved into a multi-billion-dollar industry.
Diving Deeper: A New & Old Method For Keeping Food Fresh
We cover the invention of modern-day refrigeration and new, emerging methods that don’t rely on electricity.
Viewpoints Explained: From Mike Pence To Kamala Harris: How The Role Of Vice President Has Evolved In U.S. Politics
Did you know that the vice presidency for most of the 19th and 20th centuries was largely a figurehead position?
The Lesser-Known Civil Rights March Headed By Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
In 1966, Civil Rights pioneer James Meredith set out on The March Against Fear - a walk to prove black citizens no longer needed to fear white people. Soon after its beginning, Meredith was ambushed and shot.
How Artists Helped Camouflage the Military
We cover how these designs have evolved over time – not just on uniforms, but on ships, planes and more.
Culture Crash: The Fast-Emerging Genre of Afrobeats
Culture Crash producer & host Evan Rook speaks with Sheila O, the host of Afrozons, about the rapid global growth of Afrobeats and the long cultural history of this genre.
Born Into Slavery: Stark Portraits of the Four Million Enslaved in the 1800’s
Historian Richard Cahan joins us this week to share a few of the firsthand stories of former slaves living in the South during the 1800’s and in America’s post-Civil War era.
Viewpoints Explained: The Taliban Reaffirms Its Use Of Stoning
We cover this medieval practice and how women in Afghanistan are being specifically targeted by the Taliban.
Who Exactly Are The Texas Rangers?
Author and journalist Doug Swanson joins Viewpoints this week to share the full narrative of the famed Texas Rangers.
