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Go behind the scenes with the world's leading history journal as we explore the who, what, how, and why of doing history in the twenty-first century.

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This July marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the United States Declaration of Independence. In recognition of that milestone, the AHR's June 2026 issue is devoted entirely to exploring the material culture of the revolutionary era. Titled ... more

Daniel talks with AHR editor Mark Bradley about the changes coming to the journal in March, in particular a new section called the AHR History Lab that will showcase collaborative projects that challenge us to rethink how history is done in the twent... more

This episode is part of the "Authoritarianism 101" project, produced by the American Historical Review for the #AHRSyllbus series. In this episode: Why do elections in authoritarian regimes matter? Historian Mona El-Ghobashy discusses the 2005 genera... more

This episode is part of the "Authoritarianism 101" project, produced by the American Historical Review for the #AHRSyllbus series. In this episode: Why do authoritarian states seek to control cultural institutions? Historian Patrick Iber discusses th... more

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Marius Cothor
A historian of women in West Africa and assistant professor in studies of women, gender and sexuality at Harvard University.
Harvard University
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Conor Heffernan
A lecturer in the sociology of sports at Ulster University who wrote about the sedentary lifestyles of Americans leading to the economic crash of 1929.
Ulster University
Episode: 4.3 Mistakes I Have Made
Claire Clark
An associate professor at the University of Kentucky specializing in the history of medicine and addiction treatment.
University of Kentucky
Episode: 4.3 Mistakes I Have Made
Kelly Nakamura
Professor of History and Ethics Studies at Kapiolani Community College in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Kapiolani Community College
Episode: 4.3 Mistakes I Have Made
Julie Ranciglio
Professor of History at Kapiolani Community College.
Kapiolani Community College
Episode: 4.3 Mistakes I Have Made
Michael Kugler
Teaches modern European history at Northwestern College, Iowa.
Northwestern College
Episode: 4.3 Mistakes I Have Made
Lisa Covert
A historian with expertise in Latin American history, focusing on revolutionary figures in Mexico.
College of Charleston
Episode: 4.3 Mistakes I Have Made
Claire Shen
An Associate Professor of History at the University of Buffalo.
University of Buffalo
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Maddie Cher
Illustrator with a degree in illustration and coursework in Organic Chemistry.
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S3 E3 BONUS 'AfriWetu' Host Mona Nyambura Muchemi
Q: What do you think about the current state of understanding of African history?
Mona expresses concern that while there are efforts to promote African history, it remains a niche topic compared to other cultures.
S3 E3 BONUS 'AfriWetu' Host Mona Nyambura Muchemi
Q: What led you into the world of podcasting? How did that start?
She shares that her podcasting journey began in a WhatsApp group where friends encouraged her to share African history stories.
S3 E3 BONUS 'AfriWetu' Host Mona Nyambura Muchemi
Q: Can you tell us just a little bit about yourself, your background, and how your journey eventually led you into doing the kind of work you're doing now?
Mona describes growing up in a culturally rich environment that inspired her love for her heritage and storytelling.
S3 E8 Teaching the Vietnam War, Fifty Years On
Q: What are some challenges with teaching the Vietnam War now?
Students today come in with fewer assumptions, but it's important to make them recognize the stakes of the war.
S3 E8 Teaching the Vietnam War, Fifty Years On
Q: How do you think about this with regard to teaching?
It's important to think about who you're teaching and the images that come to their minds regarding war.

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A history-focused show that brings insights from scholars and practitioners about how history is researched, written, and taught in the modern era. Recent episodes emphasize embracing uncertainty and experimentation in scholarship, the complexities and inclusivity of specific historical fields (African, Native American, LGBTQ+ histories), and innovative formats like graphic history to broaden engagement. Guests span university professors, researchers, and educators who discuss teaching resources, methodological challenges, and the impact of historical narratives on public understanding. A notable throughline is the push to diversify sources, expand accessibility, and connect scholarly work to classroom and public history, making it a compel... more

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