
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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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 194 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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Malcolm has enough money.
He talks about what a great mom his mom was and that Shes a mental health professional. THEN starts selling ‘Better Health” like a dog! Inexcusable! Hawking a nestle company?! And a company that sells user personal date!???? Will never listen to this grifter again.
It’s a shame such an interesting story has to be narrated by as unreliable a narrator as Gladwell. His editorializing and botching of any metaphor he tries to apply is exhausting. Same dude who alleges that the “submissive culture of Korea” is the cause of higher rates of plane crashes on Korean airlines…
I am a southerner and I was really enjoying about the first 2 1/2 episodes. At some point in episode three the writers have decided To take aim at Alabama because it is a southern state. They want you to believe that Alabama did away with judicial override many many many years after the other three states that had it. The reality is that Delaware only did away with it in 2016. That’s one year earlier than Alabama. The writers then go on to say that Alabama does not want to admit to or try to cor... more
Wayyyyy too many ads. And I am not using another streaming service. No matter how much you want to “push” it on me.
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This podcast explores the overlooked and misunderstood aspects of history, society, and culture. Each episode reexamines an event, person, idea, or song, posing critical questions about whether past interpretations were accurate. The discussions often intertwine personal anecdotes, significant research, and cultural critiques, presenting a blend of storytelling that captivates the audience. Unique to this series is its ability to connect historical context to contemporary issues, making it relevant for today's listeners. With a focus on engaging narratives and intellectual depth, this podcast is likely to appeal to those interested in critical thinking and the multifaceted nature of history.
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Recent guests on Revisionist History include:
1. Tim Harford
2. JR Martinez
3. Michael Lewis
4. Dr. Maya Shankar
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8. Lee Camp
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