69 - 'The Western Avernus': British Columbia c. 1880s
Happy New Year!! We're back to talk about Confederation-era BC and a novel/travelogue called The Western Avernus, which likely influenced Conrad's Heart of Darkness! Get 2 months of free podcast ...
8 Jan 20231h 27min
Unlocked - Holiday Spectacular II
In which we give a peak behind the paywall curtain as we take a little break during the Holidays. This is the episode we recorded for last year's holiday season. If you want access to over 25 Patreon-...
25 Dec 20221h
Alberta in the Movies, 1917-1960 (w/ Mary Graham)
In which Patrick sits with author Mary Graham about her new book, A Stunning Backdrop: Alberta in the Movies, 1917-1960! Find more about the work at: https://press.ucalgary.ca/books/9781773853932/ --...
11 Dec 202255min
68 - 'The Marrow Thieves': Residential Schools & Their Legacy
In which we talk about The Marrow Thieves by Cherie Dimaline (Métis) as a way to address the history and legacy of residential schools in Canada. Get 2 months of free podcast hosting by going to:...
4 Dec 20221h 13min
67 - The 'Confederation Poets'
In which we offer up a full-on literary episode to discuss the four poets collectively known as "The Confederation Poets". Why are they important? What does it tell us about the Canadian literary cano...
20 Nov 20221h 23min
Richard Van Camp & 'A Blanket of Butterflies'
In which Patrick chats with Richard Van Camp about the re-release of his comic book: A Blanket of Butterflies! Find more about Richard's work and more here: https://richardvancamp.com/portfolio/blanke...
13 Nov 202257min
66 - The 4 P.M.s between Macdonald & Laurier
In which we discuss the tenures of John Abbott, John S.D. Thompson, Mackenzie Bowell, and Charles Tupper as they try to keep the reigning Conservative Party afloat after Macdonald's death. Get 2 ...
6 Nov 20221h 16min
65 - "The Stone Cross": A Story of Ukrainian Immigrants
In which the boys talk about the first wave of Ukrainian immigration to Canada and its influence, with the help of Vasyl Stefanyk's 1899 story, "The Stone Cross". Get 2 months of free podcast host...
23 Okt 20221h 13min
