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American Campus Podcast

Lauren Lassabe Shepherd
Higher Education
Civil Rights Movement
California Master Plan
Free Higher Education
Women's Suffrage
Racism In Academia
Racial Inequality
Student Movements
Hbcus
College Radio
College Equal Suffrage League
The Krebiozen Hoax
Black Women In Education
Personal Narratives
Cancel Culture
Cold War Liberalism
Vietnam War
College Football
Iranian Student Activism
Colonial Foundations

a social and political history of US higher ed

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes63Foundeda year ago
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References:

• Association of University Presses and #AskUp

• Steven L. Herman. 2024. Behind the White House Curtain. Kent State University Press.

• Madeleine L'Engle. 1980. A Swiftly Tilting Planet.

• J. R... more

Tuskegee, Alabama, the center of modernity in the Black Global South

References and suggested readings:

• Jarvis McInnis. 2025. Afterlives of the Plantation: Plotting Agrarian Futures in the Global Black South. Columbia. Columbia University Press. ... more

From college radical to rightwing organizer, the 3-D life and education of The Man Who Invented Conservatism.

References and suggested readings:

• Daniel J. Flynn. 2025. The Man Who Invented Conservatism: The Unlikely Life of Frank S. Meyer. Encoun... more

References mentioned this episode:

• Eve Darian-Smith. 2025. Policing Higher Education: The Antidemocratic Attack on Scholars and Why It Matters. Johns Hopkins University Press. OPEN ACCESS PDF

• Find out more about the Scholars at Risk network

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Recent Guests

Daniel Flynn
Senior Editor at the American Spectator and Visiting Fellow at the Hoover Institution, author of Meyer's biography.
American Spectator
Episode: Frank Meyer: the man who invented conservatism with Daniel Flynn
Dr. Eve Darian-Smith
Distinguished professor and chair of the Department of Global and International Studies at the University of California, Irvine.
University of California, Irvine
Episode: Global attacks on academic freedom with Eve Darian-Smith
Matthew Boedy
Associate Professor of Rhetoric and Composition at the University of North Georgia
University of North Georgia
Episode: TurningPointUSA and the Professor Watchlist with Matthew Boedy
James M. Thomas
Professor of Sociology at the University of Mississippi
University of Mississippi
Episode: DEI win in Mississippi (and what you can do in your state) with James M. Thomas
Nimisha Barton
Author of 'A Just Future, Getting From Diversity and Inclusion to Equity and Justice in Higher Education'
Cornell University Press
Episode: DEI from the 90s to now with Nimisha Barton
Marshall Steinbaum
Assistant Professor of Economics at the University of Utah and Senior Fellow in Higher Education Finance at the Jane Family Institute
University of Utah
Episode: NYT discovers community colleges, UChicago discovers crypto losses with Marshall Steinbaum
Anne Trumbore
Chief Digital Learning Officer at the Sands Institute for Lifelong Learning, University of Virginia, author of The Teacher in the Machine
Sands Institute for Lifelong Learning, University of Virginia
Episode: Before ChatGPT, there were MOOCs with Anne Trumbore
Laura Portwood-Stacer
A two-time Jeopardy! Champion, community leader, and author of several books on academic writing and activism.
Princeton University Press
Episode: Developmental editing for scholarly writers with Laura Portwood-Stacer
Frank Stahnisch
Historian of medicine and author of Great Minds and Despair, focused on the migration of German-speaking neuroscientists to North America
University of Calgary
Episode: The neuroscientists who fled Nazi Germany with Frank Stahnisch

Host

Lauren Lassab-Shepard
Host and educator involved in discussions surrounding the history and current issues of higher education, with expertise in the dynamics of university governance and academic policies.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • The exact podcast I'd been looking for

    As a higher ed employee and grad student wanting to learn more about the history of my industry and (occasional) research subject, I found myself wishing for this exact podcast just a few weeks ago. A couple days later, Lauren shows up on In Bed with the Right. My prayers were answered. Thank you for this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nonathan.
    United States3 months ago
  • Wonderful! But Apple won’t let me listen to the latest episode?

    I’m so glad I came across this podcast. I learned of it when the host was on In Bed with the Right (also highly recommended!). But for some reason Apple won’t let me play the latest episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Littleworldcunningly
    United States4 months ago
  • Terrific podcast

    This is a wonderful, and much needed podcast. Lively conversations with credentialed experts (as opposed to uninformed, pearl-clutching pundits) about pressing issues in higher ed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WPSHM
    United States4 months ago
  • A gem!

    This little podcast is truly outstanding. Thoughtful and critical and timely in short and manageable episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ckernahan1
    United States4 months ago
  • Great Podcast!

    Very informative on all things Higher Ed. A must listen for those working in the field and/or interested in the future of Higher Ed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FrankW11
    United States6 months ago

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The format is praised for being engaging and informative, providing perspectives that are both historical and highly relevant to current trends.
Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions and expert guests who delve into complex issues surrounding higher education.
Many find the podcast to be a necessary and enlightening resource for understanding the sociopolitical dynamics in academia.

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Global attacks on academic freedom with Eve Darian-Smith
Q: Why is it that authoritarian governments want to control the academy?
Authoritarian governments seek to control universities to prevent critical thinking and questioning of power structures essential for democratic societies.
Global attacks on academic freedom with Eve Darian-Smith
Q: Can you describe some of the attacks against academic freedom?
Attacks on academic freedom are rising globally, especially in countries experiencing oppression, with scholars facing persecution, censorship, and restricted research agendas.
Global attacks on academic freedom with Eve Darian-Smith
Q: Can you tell us in a US sense, what is academic freedom?
Academic freedom in the US is a professional right that allows scholars to conduct research and teach without political influence, differing from the individual free speech rights.
DEI win in Mississippi (and what you can do in your state) with James M. Thomas
Q: How did you end up on the Professor Watchlist?
A combination of my activism, controversial tweets, and involvement in significant campus events led to this recognition.
DEI win in Mississippi (and what you can do in your state) with James M. Thomas
Q: What tips would you have for anyone who is listening in another state about going about this?
Organize and get involved with your campus union and understand the resources available to protect your academic freedom and constitutional rights.

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What is American Campus Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Exploring the intricate tapestry of higher education, this podcast offers insightful discussions on the social and political history that shapes academia today. Topics include the influence of key historical figures, the evolution of educational policies, and critiques of contemporary issues within the system, such as student activism, militarism, and systemic inequalities. The episodes feature expert guests, including historians, educators, and sociologists, providing diverse perspectives on how past events continue to resonate in current educational landscapes.

Listeners can expect thought-provoking dialogues that not only recount historical narratives but also dissect their relevance in today's context. With a focus on equity in educati... more

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2. Dr. Eve Darian-Smith
3. Matthew Boedy
4. James M. Thomas
5. Nimisha Barton
6. Marshall Steinbaum
7. Anne Trumbore
8. Laura Portwood-Stacer

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