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Revisionist History is Malcolm Gladwell's journey through the overlooked and the misunderstood. Every episode re-examines something from the past—an event, a person, an idea, even a song—and asks whether we got it right the first time. From Pushkin Industries. Because sometimes the past deserves a second chance.

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Recent Guests

Jim Balsillie
Former co-CEO of Research In Motion (RIM)
Research In Motion (RIM)
Episode: The BlackBerry Problem | The Mistakes Series
Carter Harris
Journalist, writer of The L Profile, NYU instructor
The L Profile; formerly at The New York Times? (as described in episode)
Episode: Why Would I Do That to Jennifer Lopez? | The Mistakes Series
Heather Wilson
Former Secretary of the Air Force
United States Air Force
Episode: A Tragedy in Texas | The Mistakes Series
David Goldfein
Former Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force
United States Air Force
Episode: A Tragedy in Texas | The Mistakes Series
Michael Lynton
Former CEO of Sony Pictures Entertainment
Sony Pictures Entertainment
Episode: The Sony Hack | The Mistakes Series
Rain Pryor
Daughter of Richard Pryor, featured via archival clip
Episode: Richard Pryor: The Story We Got Wrong | From Big Lives
Andrew Jarecki
Director and documentarian
HBO documentary The Alabama Solution (director)
Episode: Behind the Scenes with Andrew Jarecki
Angus Fletcher
English professor at Ohio State and head of their narrative project
Ohio State University
Episode: Zootopia Exposed! (Part One)
Gary Goldman
Hollywood screenwriter and creator of the original Zootopia concept
Self/Industry
Episode: Zootopia Exposed! (Part One)

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Malcolm Gladwell
Malcolm Gladwell is a renowned author and journalist known for his unique storytelling style, which often blends history, psychology, and social commentary. He hosts the show, guiding discussions on overlooked historical narratives and cultural phenomena.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 83.1k ratings
  • Obsessed

    Malcolm’s storytelling has had me in a chokehold from the day (many moons ago) I heard him on The Moth podcast. I just finished the Alabama Murders and I just had to acknowledge the Masterpiece that it is.

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    Macys Panda
    United States22 days ago
  • Saturated with Adds

    Over the years, this show has put out some wonderful episodes. I’ve been a long time listener. It has become so totally saturated with adds it’s almost unlistenable. Malcolm will stump for literally anyone who will pay: AI, tech, credit cards, etc. It’s really sad that there are too many adds to enjoy the show and also sad that he’ll speak for any company if they’ll pay, seemingly no matter how bad a service or detrimental an ideology.

    Apple Podcasts
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    podcast listener guy
    United Statesa month ago
  • Epstein Associate Host

    Personally I prefer not to listen to podcasts from people that flew on Jeffrey Epstein’s Lolita Express, but maybe that’s just me

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    Irelanda month ago
  • Lame

    Let’s all feel bad for the movie studio CEO everyone! 👎👎👎👎👎 Also, this podcast has more ads than any of the dozens of other pods I listen to

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    mrclaytonx
    United Statesa month ago
  • Super interesting

    Is there any topic Malcolm isn’t interested in? I’ve learnt so much from Malcolm’s enquiring mind. I’ve now read all of his books and recommend them to friends. This podcast has opened up so many interesting conversations. Love it!

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    Lathamfamily
    United Kingdom2 months ago

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A Tragedy in Texas | The Mistakes Series
Q: What was the key moment in your response that set the tone for accountability?
They decided to release a public statement owning the facts and committing to fix the problems, followed by a press conference to explain what happened and what would be done.
A Tragedy in Texas | The Mistakes Series
Q: Tell me how this all began, how you found out about it. Go from there.
They describe receiving the Inspector General's notification about the tragedy in Sutherland Springs, followed by a plan to meet, gather facts, and determine the next steps with transparency and urgency.
Twas the Night Before Christmas
Q: Was there one bit of evidence set for you really sealed the case?
The evidence against Clement Clarke Moore hinges on the belief that he would never write light verse or about Christmas; however, researchers found Christmas-themed poems by him.
Understanding the Death Penalty: Malcolm Gladwell on The Intercept Briefing
Q: Why do states like Florida and Alabama ramp up the number of executions?
It's attributed to political motivations, with politicians, like Governor DeSantis, promoting execution for personal political gain.
Understanding the Death Penalty: Malcolm Gladwell on The Intercept Briefing
Q: What drew you to wanting to report on the death penalty and criminal justice?
Initially, I wasn't focusing on the death penalty but was interested in trauma treatment. After hearing a gripping description of a death penalty case from a psychologist, I shifted to explore this topic.

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The content explores various overlooked and often misunderstood aspects of history through engaging storytelling and critical examination. Topics vary widely, from the nuances of capital punishment and its implications in American society to personal stories involving well-known figures. By re-evaluating events, ideas, and cultural phenomena, listeners gain fresh perspectives on historical narratives. Noteworthy for its thoughtful analysis and profound discussions, the series encourages critical thinking about the past and encourages audiences to reconsider widely held beliefs. Its unique format seems to blend historical inquiry with personal reflection, making it appealing to those interested in history, ethics, and societal issues.

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Revisionist History launched 10 years ago and published 208 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Revisionist History include:

1. Jim Balsillie
2. Carter Harris
3. Heather Wilson
4. David Goldfein
5. Michael Lynton
6. Rain Pryor
7. Andrew Jarecki
8. Angus Fletcher

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