
In this weekly show, hosts John Kealey and Jay Swords examine events of history through the discussion of books, journal articles, papers, and presentations, then historians and history buffs ask the question, what is relevant or irrelevant in today’s world. For more than a decade, this show has aired over-the-air on KALA-FM in the Quad Cities. Now, we're bringing it here to make listening easier ... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 600 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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BONUS DISCUSSION: The "Relevant Or Irrelevant" team welcomes guests from the Children's Therapy Center of the Quad Cities: including Chris Van Speybroeck, vice president of development; Timothy Smith, vice president of operations; and Chuck Long, c... more
The "Relevant Or Irrelevant" team welcomes guests from the Children's Therapy Center of the Quad Cities: including Chris Van Speybroeck, vice president of development; Timothy Smith, vice president of operations; and Chuck Long, chairman of the orga... more
Dr. Lisa Powell, professor of theology and director of The Justice, Diversity, and Gender Studies Program at St. Ambrose University, Davenport, Iowa, joins the "ROI" team to discuss, "Mary, Mother Of Christ."
The host for the 652nd edition in this s... more
Zeb Brooks, reggae music enthusiast, joins the "ROI" panelists to discuss this fascinating genre.
The host for the 651st edition in this series is John Kealey, and the history buffs are Rick Sweet and Ed Broders.
Opinions expressed in this program ... more
BONUS DISCUSSION: Zeb Brooks, reggae music enthusiast, joins the "ROI" panelists to discuss this fascinating genre.
The host for the 651st edition in this series is John Kealey, and the history buffs are Rick Sweet and Ed Broders.
Opinions express... more
Dr. Ezra Sidran, author of My Wicked Hometown: The Hidden History Of Davenport, Iowa, joins the "ROI" team to discuss his book.
The host for this edition is John Kealey, and the history buffs are Rick Sweet and Ed Broders.
Opinions expressed in th... more
BONUS DISCUSSION: Dr. Ezra Sidran, author of My Wicked Hometown: The Hidden History Of Davenport, Iowa, joins the "ROI" team to discuss his book.
The host for this edition is John Kealey, and the history buffs are Rick Sweet and Ed Broders.
Opini... more
Dr. Adrian Bardon, American philosopher and professor of philosophy at Wake Forest University, joins the "Relevant Or Irrelevant" team to discuss, "What Is Time?"
The host for the 649th edition in this series is John Kealey, and the history buffs ar... more










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This show centers on examining historical events through books, articles, and scholarly discussion, then connecting those past contexts to contemporary issues. Episodes frequently explore political history, constitutional debates, and the interplay between power, policy, and society, often featuring historians, professors, and subject-m-matter experts who illuminate nuanced angles on topics like democracy, the Gilded Age, and the role of institutions. A few episodes venture into cultural history and restoration (e.g., wallpaper craftsmanship) or gender and religious orders in the medieval period, offering a broad yet tightly argued lens on what remains relevant today. The format tends to blend rigorous historical analysis with accessible st... more
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