
We believe that when people think historically, they are engaging in a disciplined way of thinking about the world and its past. We believe it gives thinkers a knack for recognizing nonsense; and that it cultivates not only intellectual curiosity and rigor, but also intellectual humility. Join Al Zambone, author of Daniel Morgan: A Revolutionary Life, as he talks with historians and other professi... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 300 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | DocumentaryHistorySociety & Culture | |||

In this short episode, Al introduces a new feature of the Historically Thinking podcast: the Historically Thinking Field Guides. Drawing on nearly 450 past episodes, these guides gather conversations around major historical themes—beginning with a fi... more
Apology: Helen Veit’s audio has a lot of “ducking”, in which a word or multiple words were clipped. This happened during the recording, and cannot be fixed in the audio edit. We'll work hard to make sure this never happens again.
In nineteenth-centu... more
During the American Civil War an estimated 194,000 Union soldiers and 214,000 Confederate soldiers became prisoners of war. No prior or subsequent American conflict has seen such numbers. During the Second World War, approximately 124,000 Americans w... more
Lutherans are a strange denomination in American religious history and culture. For Catholics they are certainly Protestants. For Protestants they are crypto-Catholics. While they have been around since the Swedes established their short-lived colony... more
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Al is a great raconteur and knows how to share the best of what his guests have. He also has a deep respect for the craft of history. This show is the best.
one of the best historical pods out there
I came to this podcast through a friend and am glad I did! I’m not an expert on history, nor am I an historian. But I do enjoy learning about history and different perspectives and lessons we can learn about ourselves and our present through history. I am impressed by Mr. Zambone’s depth of knowledge and insight and have learned so much from this podcast. Highly recommend!
Brings the past to life and reveals complexities, subtleties, and understandings that broad brushes almost always miss.
This is a really interesting podcast. Hosted by a historian, it is a great resource for anyone wanting to engage in history on a deeper level. As a high school history teacher, I have learned a great deal not just about particular topics but about how to think and ask questions like a historian. Highly recommended.
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Focused on the art and craft of historical thinking, this podcast features in-depth conversations with historians and professionals, emphasizing the importance of examining history through various perspectives. The discussions span a wide range of topics, including significant historical events, cultural shifts, and the nuances of memory and interpretation in shaping our understanding of the past. Unique insights from guests, who include academic experts and authors, contribute to an engaging exploration of how historical complexities intersect with contemporary issues.
Listeners can expect to find thought-provoking content that encourages deeper reflection on history's role in modern society, which is particularly relevant for both histor... more
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