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Dig: A History Podcast

Recorded History Podcast Network
Gender Wage Gap
Capitalism
Patriarchy
Abortion
Deborah Simonton
Judith Bennett
Zitkala-Ša
Women’s Rights
Humoral Medicine
Ireland
National Council Of American Indians
Reproductive Labor
Medieval Economy
Household Economy
Wage Labor
Anti-Semitism
Medical Misogyny
Savita Halapanaver
Bureau Of Indian Affairs
American Healthcare System

Four women historians, a world of history to unearth. Can you dig it?

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes220Founded8 years ago
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Latest Episodes

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Spooky Szn Episode #1 of 4. How would you expect the Spanish Inquisition to treat a confessed witch? Does the suggestion conjure visions of fire, torture, and lots of murdered women? You aren’t alone - but this is a history we definitely need to unpa... more

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 536 ratings
  • Addictive

    I have been listening to this podcast for years now and I have not encountered a single episode that was not fascinating.

    Some episode titles I think “how can this possibly be relevant to me?” But without fail, they tie it in to so many other aspects of the subject at hand that I learn something incredible.

    11 stars, out of 5.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sensei Evan Hughes
    United States2 months ago
  • Need to invest in a pop filter …

    Please realize that you are producing content in an aural medium and learn to adjust speech sounds for microphone. Also, a little less labeling historical actors and a lot more source mentions and citations would provide the now lacking seriousness to this podcast. Edit: Lose playing recording bloopers at the end of episodes; takes away from the sincerely researched content. And one of you is still smacking your tongue inside your mouth; very distracting.

    Episode on Sati: Bengal is northeast, n... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    sooty chat
    United States2 months ago
  • Excellent!

    Thank you so much for this podcast and the breadth of subjects and issues discussed! ᏩᏓ (Wado!—thank you!)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @samypaden
    United States2 months ago
  • Anne Lister Podcast

    I love this podcast more than I can say. As a queer historian and someone who has studied Anne Lister for years, I have had the honor of seeing her diaries in person at the Yorkshire archives and walking the halls of Shibden Hall. This episode is one of my top ten favorite episodes you've all done.

    Thank you for making history accessible and engaging to everyone. Well done 👏🏼👏🏼

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    5
    AzRaffiJ
    United States3 months ago
  • Politically correct rewriting and twisting of history.

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    Kirium
    a year ago

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Positive reviews often highlight the intersectional approach and the humor that makes complex historical discussions accessible.
Critiques sometimes focus on audio quality issues and a desire for fewer bloopers or distracting elements.
Listeners appreciate the thorough research and engaging storytelling, finding the topics relevant and thought-provoking.

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Sexuality and Psychiatry
Q: Is the kind of established understanding that Ireland did not really engage in this medicalization of homosexuality until the 1970s still true?
Yes and no, with limited records showing eight institutionalized cases, but lacking evidence of treatment specifics.
How the Homophile Movement Could Have Been Intersectional and Antiracist, But Wasn’t: Magnus Hirschfeld and Li Shui Tong’s Love and Loss Story
Q: How did sexologists like Hirschfeld and even Lee fight off common things thrown at them for being gay?
They had to keep everything secretive and rely on implicit trust in their lovers to protect their careers.
How the Homophile Movement Could Have Been Intersectional and Antiracist, But Wasn’t: Magnus Hirschfeld and Li Shui Tong’s Love and Loss Story
Q: Is that also a way to kind of keep their silence in an era where being an out gay man is not okay?
Yes, intimacy and trust are wrapped up together, and being out could tank your career.
History of Thin: The Changing Meaning of Thinness in the Modern World
Q: So when we're saying that people are getting larger, are they still being compared to those skewed BMI charts?
Yes, the comparisons are still based on the outdated data, but people are actually getting larger due to improved nutrition.
History of Thin: The Changing Meaning of Thinness in the Modern World
Q: Throughout the 90s, 2000s, how are we basing that?
Statistics about obesity and body size are often based on outdated BMI charts that do not accurately reflect the population.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dig: A History Podcast

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This podcast features a group of women historians exploring diverse topics across history, often focusing on underrepresented narratives and challenging mainstream historical interpretations. A wide array of subjects is discussed, including the experiences of marginalized groups, the intersections of sex, gender, and race, and the implications of past events on contemporary society. The engaging and conversational style of the hosts not only makes complex topics accessible but also weaves in humor and personal anecdotes that enhance the listening experience, appealing to history enthusiasts as well as casual listeners.

Unique for its intersectional approach and emphasis on women's contributions to history, this podcast seeks to make histor... more

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