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 191: Baltimore, Marianne Williamson, and a National Service Requirement

Episode 191: Baltimore, Marianne Williamson, and a National Service Requirement

In this episode, Niki, Neil, and Natalia discuss President Trump's insults to Baltimore, the presidential candidacy of self-help guru Marianne Williamson, and a proposal for a national service require...

6 Aug 201951min

Episode 190: Boris Johnson, Purity Culture, and Spaying and Neutering Dogs

Episode 190: Boris Johnson, Purity Culture, and Spaying and Neutering Dogs

In this episode, Natalia, Niki, and Neil discuss the new British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, the death knell of "purity culture," and new controversy over spaying and neutering dogs. Support Past Pr...

30 Jul 201951min

Episode 189: The Moon Landing's 50th Anniversary, "Go Back to Where You Came From," and Air Conditioning

Episode 189: The Moon Landing's 50th Anniversary, "Go Back to Where You Came From," and Air Conditioning

In this episode, Neil, Niki, and Natalia discuss the 50th anniversary of the moon landing, the history of telling immigrants and minorities to "go back" to where they came from, and whether or not air...

23 Jul 201951min

Episode 188: Women's World Cup, Ross Perot, and Jeffrey Epstein

Episode 188: Women's World Cup, Ross Perot, and Jeffrey Epstein

In this episode, Niki, Natalia, and Neil discuss the Women's World Cup, the life and legacy of Ross Perot, and the case against Jeffrey Epstein. Support Past Present on Patreon: https://www.patreon.co...

16 Jul 201952min

Episode 187: School Busing, Girlboss, and Lil Nas X

Episode 187: School Busing, Girlboss, and Lil Nas X

In this episode, Natalia, Neil, and Niki discuss the recent debate over school busing, the launch of the women's networking platform, "Girlboss," and the rapper Lil Nas X. Support Past Present on Patr...

9 Jul 201946min

Episode 186: Iran, E. Jean Carroll, and Knitting

Episode 186: Iran, E. Jean Carroll, and Knitting

In this episode, Neil, Natalia, and Niki discuss the recent escalation of tensions with Iran, new allegations of rape against President Trump, and controversy on the knitting social media network Rave...

2 Jul 201948min

Episode 185: Alan Brinkley, Gloria Vanderbilt, and Lesbian Cruises

Episode 185: Alan Brinkley, Gloria Vanderbilt, and Lesbian Cruises

In this episode, Niki, Neil, and Natalia discuss the recent passing of two major figures: political historian Alan Brinkley and socialite fashion designer Gloria Vanderbilt, and the historical signifi...

25 Jun 201949min

Episode 184: YouTube, Tariffs, and Elizabeth Warren

Episode 184: YouTube, Tariffs, and Elizabeth Warren

In this episode, Natalia, Niki, and Neil discuss YouTube's role in political radicalization, the history of tariffs, and the presidential candidacy of Senator Elizabeth Warren. Support Past Present on...

18 Jun 201949min

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