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Past Present brings together three historians to discuss what's happening in American politics and culture today. Natalia, Neil, and Niki bring historical insights to the news of the day, offering listeners an alternative to the reflexive and polarized world of punditry. Interested in the world around you but exhausted by rote reactions and partisan talking points? You've come to the right place.

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Latest Episodes

In this episode, Natalia, Niki, and Neil discuss – and celebrate! – Neil’s new book, Coming Out Republican: A History of the Gay Right. more

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In this episode, Niki, Natalia, and Neil discuss controversies over Christmas “classics.”  more

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In this episode, Neil, Niki, and Natalia discuss the strange career of now ex-Republican Congressman George Santos.  more

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In this episode, Natalia, Neil, and Niki discuss Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley.  more

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 496 ratings
  • pzt

    I have been listening to this podcast for many years now and really look forward to learning new things from each episode. each of the hosts has a different line of expertise which affords very interesting & nuanced conversation.

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    5
    p_z-t
    United States5 months ago
  • Context is everthing

    I love the way this show puts recent news in historical context

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Suzannekmoses
    United Statesa year ago
  • Super Interesting & Fun

    Randomly found this pod via the NYT article about Natalia. Now I’m obsessed and binging old episodes. Love the analysis of present day issues through a historical, but very approachable, lens.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    taramann
    United Statesa year ago
  • Terrible episode on weight loss drugs

    Maybe actually INTERVIEW someone who has taken these drugs before you all jump off on some ignorant rants about how they ruin love of food, are only for rich entitled jerks, are cheating, etc. Examine your thin privilege. All these drugs do for obesity is reset your system so you ready to food without extreme metabolic swings. I’m sure there are plenty of people who don’t really need this but the shortages are because we have MANY people who are obese and don’t want to be. People who would trade... more

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    Diabla3
    United Statesa year ago
  • The week’s biggest story—in perspective!

    Past Present team covers the most interesting current event of the week in historical context. The closing segment is a gem, often becoming part of my to-do list of books, shows + podcasts! Grateful!!

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    oxfordoarsman
    United States2 years ago

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