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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Bonus Episode 2: Life Coaches

Bonus Episode 2: Life Coaches

On this week's Past Present bonus episode, Nicole Hemmer, Natalia Mehlman Petrzela, and Neil Young discuss life coaches. Here are some links and references mentioned during this week's show:Life coa...

29 Des 201515min

Episode 14: The War on Christmas, Food Insecurity, and Political Spouses

Episode 14: The War on Christmas, Food Insecurity, and Political Spouses

On this week's Past Present podcast, Nicole Hemmer, Natalia Mehlman Petrzela, and Neil Young discuss the war on Christmas, food politics, and political spouses. Here are some links and references men...

22 Des 201550min

Episode 13: The Sharing Economy, Affirmative Action, and American Fascism

Episode 13: The Sharing Economy, Affirmative Action, and American Fascism

On this week's Past Present podcast, Niki, Natalia, and Neil discuss the sharing economy, affirmative action, and whether Donald Trump is a fascist. Here are some links and references mentioned durin...

15 Des 201553min

Episode 12: Facebook Philanthropy, Baby Names, and Prayer Shaming

Episode 12: Facebook Philanthropy, Baby Names, and Prayer Shaming

On this week's Past Present podcast, Nicole Hemmer, Natalia Mehlman Petrzela, and Neil Young discuss Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan's philanthropic gift, the history of baby names, and "prayer sha...

8 Des 201546min

Episode 11: Refugees, Woodrow Wilson, and Instamoms

Episode 11: Refugees, Woodrow Wilson, and Instamoms

On this week's Past Present podcast, Nicole Hemmer, Natalia Mehlman Petrzela, and Neil Young discuss the history of refugees, the legacy of Woodrow Wilson, and Instamoms. Here are some links and ref...

1 Des 201550min

Episode 10: Thanksgiving Feasting, Football Controversies, and Black Friday Shopping

Episode 10: Thanksgiving Feasting, Football Controversies, and Black Friday Shopping

On this week's Past Present podcast, Nicole Hemmer, Natalia Mehlman Petrzela, and Neil Young discuss Thanksgiving food, the controversial history of football, and Black Friday. Here are some links an...

24 Nov 201543min

Episode 9: Campus Unrest, Dating in the Digital Age, and the Immigration Impasse

Episode 9: Campus Unrest, Dating in the Digital Age, and the Immigration Impasse

On this week's Past Present podcast, Nicole Hemmer, Natalia Mehlman Petrzela, and Neil Young discuss the campus protests at Mizzou and Yale, Tinder and online dating, and the politics of immigration. ...

17 Nov 201546min

Episode 8: Failed Frontrunners, the Modern Period, and Trigger Warnings

Episode 8: Failed Frontrunners, the Modern Period, and Trigger Warnings

On this week's Past Present podcast, Nicole Hemmer, Natalia Mehlman Petrzela, and Neil Young discuss Jeb Bush and the history of frontrunners, the modern period, and trigger warnings. Here are some ...

10 Nov 201543min

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