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The Biographers

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The Biographers is a deep-dive biography podcast that aims to tell the full and complete stories of history’s most fascinating and influential characters. Join hosts Daniel Newman and Akiva Meola as they take you through the expansive and entertaining stories of various historic figures. In a time where short-form, hardly-researched videos flood TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram, we are doing the exa... more

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Time to sit back and relax for another casual episode of Office Hours. We go through questions and corrections from our series on Mark Twain, and share an amazing story from one of our listeners who has some personal connections to Pancho Villa. We'l... more

This week, we are thrilled to be joined for an interview with one of the world's leading Mark Twain scholars who currently teaches at Stanford University: Professor Shelley Fisher Fishkin (shelleyfisherfishkin.com/bio) . Most recently, Profes... more

It’s finally time to close the book on the life of the incomparable Mark Twain. His final ten years would not be easy, riddled with heartache and devastation, but the world at large would finally awaken to the utter genius in its midst, and his works... more

Tough times lay ahead for Mark Twain in part nine of our series on the legendary humorist. Somewhere along the way, Sam Clemens got it into his head that he was a businessman, but nothing could be further from the truth, and none of his business deal... more

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Professor Shelley Fisher Fishkin
Professor at Stanford University and leading scholar on Mark Twain
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Daniel Newman
Akiva Meola

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 102 ratings
  • the premiere biography podcast

    deeply researched, informative, funny at times and unflinching in tackling the fact that all of the subjects are imperfect individuals.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jamaisvoo1988
    United States5 months ago
  • Tesla another winner!

    Thanks for the latest focus on Tesla. I wasn’t exactly excited about this one but it really made me appreciate Tesla’s contributions. I love the level of research you both invest in this. Wonderful podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jillsamdale
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great podcast!!

    I am so very happy to have found this wonderful podcast. It’s so enjoyable to listen to and very informative as well. I have listened from the beginning and each episode is dynamic. Keep up the great work and thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tessa Ladybug
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    I am so glad I discovered this podcast. My favorite thing is that they don't just hit the top contour of the subject but they give a deeper look. It adds context and gives me a greater insight to the time that the subject lived. As a history lover & sometimes teacher, I am deeply enjoying it. The conversation isn't polished with a sprinkling of "like" and "dude" but it's not annoying but charming. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Txgingersnaps
    United States2 years ago
  • Great New Podcast!

    So I’m one of those people who loved true crime podcasts, but realized I knew WAY TOO MUCH about serial killers and people who do awful things. As I was looking for something new to listen to, I found this podcast. I recently visited Taos, NM and The Mabel Dodge Luhan House. I knew nothing about her, but was excited to see this podcast had done a deep dive on her. She is one fascinating person!! I ended up listening to the whole series and loving it. This is a great podcast that is well research... more

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Some feedback suggests a desire for tighter organization and less tangential discussion, indicating room for improvement in episode structure.
The hosts' dynamic and humor enhance the experience, making complex historical narratives relatable and entertaining.
Listeners appreciate the extensive research and engaging storytelling, finding the deep dives into historical figures both enjoyable and informative.

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Nikola Tesla Part 2: War of the Currents.
Q: Did Tesla actually see his brother die or was it just an imagined scenario?
Tesla mentions in his autobiography that the beginning of most of his hallucinations were only of things he had actually seen in real life, including the death of his brother.
Mary Shelley Part 5: The Fate of Frankenstein.
Q: What was the public's reaction to her works?
Mary received a mixed reaction, with some critiques being harsh, describing her work as emanating from a 'diseased imagination', yet her works also gained significant popularity over time.
Mary Shelley Part 5: The Fate of Frankenstein.
Q: How did Mary Shelley cope with the loss of Percy?
After Percy died, Mary resolved to continue on with her life for the betterment of herself and her living child, Percy Florence Shelley, despite the profound grief she felt.
Mary Shelley Part 5: The Fate of Frankenstein.
Q: What was Mary Shelley's experience with losing her children?
Mary Shelley experienced the loss of almost every single child she had, starting with her baby Clara, followed by her oldest child, William, as a toddler.

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This podcast offers in-depth explorations of the lives of significant and often overlooked historical figures, focusing on the detailed narratives that shaped their existence and influence. The content centers around extensive research that goes beyond superficial stories, typically found in shorter media formats, to present a more comprehensive view of each subject's life, including their struggles, accomplishments, and societal impacts. Topics range widely, from classic writers such as Mark Twain to revolutionaries like Pancho Villa and innovators like Nikola Tesla, appealing to history enthusiasts seeking enriching and engaging stories rather than quick headlines.

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