Past Present

Past Present

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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Episode 207: Virginity Tests, International Achievement Tests, and the End of the 2010s

Episode 207: Virginity Tests, International Achievement Tests, and the End of the 2010s

In this episode, Neil, Niki, and Natalia discuss virginity tests, international achievement tests, and the end of the 2010s. Support Past Present on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pastpresentpodcast...

10 Des 201949min

Episode 206: War Crimes, Controversial Food Takes, and Indigenous Land Acknowledgments

Episode 206: War Crimes, Controversial Food Takes, and Indigenous Land Acknowledgments

In this episode, Niki, Natalia, and Neil discuss President Trump's pardons of war criminals, controversial opinions about food, and the practice of indigenous land acknowledgments. Support Past Presen...

3 Des 201950min

Episode 205: Pete Buttigieg, Groypers, and Sesame Street's 50th Anniversary

Episode 205: Pete Buttigieg, Groypers, and Sesame Street's 50th Anniversary

In this episode, Natalia, Neil, and Niki discuss the political ascent of Pete Buttigieg, infighting within the far right, and the 50th anniversary of Sesame Street. Support Past Present on Patreon: ht...

26 Nov 201952min

Episode 204: LIVE! With Emily Bazelon, Author of Charged: The New Movement to Transform American Prosecution and End Mass Incarceration

Episode 204: LIVE! With Emily Bazelon, Author of Charged: The New Movement to Transform American Prosecution and End Mass Incarceration

In this episode, Neil, Natalia, and Niki interviewed Emily Bazelon about her new book, Charged: The New Movement to Transform American Prosecution and End Mass Incarceration. Support Past Present on ...

19 Nov 201944min

Episode 203: Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, Rep. Katie Hill, and Booing

Episode 203: Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, Rep. Katie Hill, and Booing

In this episode, Niki, Neil, and Natalia discuss the assassination of ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, the scandal over Representative Katie Hill, and the booing of President Trump at a baseball game...

5 Nov 201948min

Episode 202: Elijah Cummings, Homelessness, and Amusement Parks

Episode 202: Elijah Cummings, Homelessness, and Amusement Parks

In this episode, Natalia, Niki, and Neil discuss the life and legacy of U.S. Representative Elijah Cummings, the rising trend of homelessness, and a new documentary about a dangerous New Jersey amusem...

29 Okt 201949min

Episode 201: Automation, Male Baldness, and Paula White

Episode 201: Automation, Male Baldness, and Paula White

In this episode, Neil, Niki, and Natalia discuss the anxiety over automation, new treatments for male baldness, and the controversial Trump spiritual advisor Paula White. Support Past Present on Patre...

22 Okt 201950min

Episode 200: Rudy Giuliani, Greta Thunberg, and Vaping

Episode 200: Rudy Giuliani, Greta Thunberg, and Vaping

In this episode, Niki, Natalia, and Neil discuss Rudy Giuliani's political career, the climate activist Greta Thunberg, and the controversy over vaping. Support Past Present on Patreon: https://www.pa...

15 Okt 201950min

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