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Lectures in History

Go back to school with the country’s top professors lecturing on a variety of topics in American history. New episodes posted every Saturday evening. From C-SPAN, the network that brings you “After Words” and “C-SPAN’s The Weekly” podcasts.

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1925 Scopes Monkey Trial Part 2 Feb 04, 2024

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University of Maryland history professor Michael Ross discussed the 1925 Scopes Monkey Trial about teaching evolution and its cultural significance in 1920s America. This is the second of a two-part lecture.

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1925 Scopes Monkey Trial Part 1 Jan 28, 2024

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University of Maryland history professor Michael Ross discussed the 1925 Scopes Monkey Trial about teaching evolution and its cultural significance in 1920s America. This is the first of a two-part lecture.

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Presidential Scandals Jan 21, 2024

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University of Houston political science professor Brandon Rottinghaus discussed presidential scandals and how public reaction to them has changed over time.

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History of Artificial Intelligence Jan 13, 2024

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Princeton University history professor Matthew Jones taught a class on

the history of artificial intelligence and the debates over its development.

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Cults & American Culture Jan 07, 2024

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Santa Clara religious studies professor Jim Bennett taught a class on the formation of cults and the history of notorious American cults. Santa Clara University is a Jesuit university located in California.

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Slavery in the Northern Colonies Dec 31, 2023

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University of South Carolina Professor Nicole Maskiell taught a class on the early development of slavery in the northern American colonies. The University of South Carolina is located in Columbia, South Carolina.

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BONUS EPISODE: Convo w/ New Q&A Host Peter Slen Dec 27, 2023

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This week a conversation with the new host of Q&A, Peter Slen. We discuss the mission of the program, what to expect, and the best parts of hosting a one-hour conversation with interesting individuals.

All new episodes of Q&A begin on January 28th, 2024.

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Legacy of President Jimmy Carter Dec 24, 2023

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Marquette University political science professor Julia Azari taught a class on the life and presidency of Jimmy Carter. Marquette University is located in Milwaukee.

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The Cold War & Global Literature Dec 17, 2023

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University of Kentucky English professor Peter Kalliney discussed how Cold War politics shaped literature from Africa, Asia and the Caribbean. The University of Kentucky is located in Lexington.

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Soldier, Diplomat & Civil Rights Leader Charles Young Dec 10, 2023

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The life and legacy of World War I general & early civil rights leader Charles Young was the topic of a lecture by Le'Trice Donaldson, history professor at Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi. This lecture was hosted by Akron University in Ohio.

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