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The Last Archive

Pushkin Industries
Jill Lepore
Frankenstein
Hart Island
Neil Harris Jr.
Mary Wollstonecraft Godwin Shelley
New York City
American Elections
The Deadline
Mental Health
Doctor Who
Robert CW. Ettinger
Artificial Intelligence
Barbie
Covid-19
AIDS Epidemic
2024 Election
Columbo
Cryonics Institute
Literary Criticism
Ethical Culpability

The Last Archive​ is a show about the history of truth, and the historical context for our current fake news, post-truth moment. It’s a show about how we know what we know, and why it seems, these days, as if we don’t know anything at all anymore. The show is written & hosted by Ben Naddaff-Hafrey, and was created by the historian Jill Lepore. iHeartMedia is the exclusive podcast partner of Pushki... more

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Rachel Wyman
Head baker at the Montclair Bread Company and baking educator
Culinary Institute of America
Episode: A Muffin Showdown
Chris Botticella
Baking executive who was sued for allegedly trying to steal the muffin recipe
Bimbo Bakeries
Episode: A Muffin Showdown
Father Michael Holleran
An American Carthusian monk with insights on trade secrets and mysteries
Episode: A Muffin Showdown
Jeannie Fromer
Vice Dean and Professor of Intellectual Property Law at NYU Law School
New York University Law School
Episode: Nooks & Crannies
Elon Musk
CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, known for his ambitious technologies and AI development.
Tesla, SpaceX, XAI
Episode: The Terminator from X Man: The Elon Musk Origin Story
Ted Chiang
Science fiction writer known for his works on artificial intelligence.
Episode: The Terminator from X Man: The Elon Musk Origin Story
Thomas Moynihan
Author of the book X Risk, How Humanity Discovered Its Own Extinction
Episode: Planet B from X Man: The Elon Musk Origin Story
Ben Naddaff-Hafrey
Producer and sometimes host of The Last Archive
The Last Archive
Episode: Pushkin Loves Love Songs: Babyface, Broken Hearts, and the Best Genre for Love
Malcolm Gladwell
Best-selling author and host of Revisionist History
Pushkin Industries
Episode: Pushkin Loves Love Songs: Babyface, Broken Hearts, and the Best Genre for Love

Host

Ben Naddaff-Hafrey
Host focused on exploring the historical context of truth and the evolving understanding of knowledge.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 2.7k ratings
  • Great insights!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    JohnMN
    3 months ago
  • Am I the only one who thinks about evil mermaids when hearing 'the Siren myth'?

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Joost Ringoot
    5 months ago
  • I want to love this show

    This is a great show - topics are interesting and well researched. The negative is the overuse of voice actors. The gimmick is too dramatic, takes one out of the moment and, for me, incredibly distracting. This trend seems endemic to Pushkin in general. Wish it would go away.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Uber Irritated
    United Statesa year ago
  • “It’s Still Alive”

    I’ve now listened to this reading by Jill Lepore three times in the last 24 hours or so. I can’t stop thinking about it and I’m going down various rabbit holes online to learn more! The amount of historical context about Frankenstein I never knew before is blowing me away. And then to learn that Lord Byron was Ada Lovelace’s Father?! I will be rereading Frankenstein over the weekend, and I can’t wait!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    knolldk
    United States2 years ago
  • Bravo!

    This is my current favorite podcast. Jill delivers the story in an uncomplicated, intelligent and pleasant way. Her voice is so soothing and well modulated. I’ll be listening to the other shows she is on after this one. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Akminer
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners praise the engaging storytelling and thoughtful exploration of historical themes.
Many find the mix of humor and analysis appealing, enhancing the episodes' depth.
Episodes provide intellectually stimulating content that prompts further exploration of topics discussed.
There are concerns about the frequency of advertisements interrupting the flow of episodes, which some find distracting.

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#229
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#234
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#153
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#144
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#166
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#235
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Planet B from X Man: The Elon Musk Origin Story
Q: So what is the benefit to humanity then to inhabit Mars?
Musk argues that being a space-faring civilization exploring the stars is far more exciting than being confined to Earth.
Pushkin Loves Love Songs: Babyface, Broken Hearts, and the Best Genre for Love
Q: What about folk music for love songs?
Ben Naddaff-Hafrey argues that folk and country music do love songs very well, particularly in expressing the complexities of lost or unfulfilled love.
Pushkin Loves Love Songs: Babyface, Broken Hearts, and the Best Genre for Love
Q: Justin, out of every genre and subgenre that exists today, which one do you think does love songs the best?
Justin firmly believes that R&B does love songs the best due to its historical context and emotional depth.
Get Happier, Help Others: Some Good Ideas About Giving
Q: What are some effective charities?
Top charities include the Against Malaria Foundation, Malaria Consortium, and Helen Keller International.
Get Happier, Help Others: Some Good Ideas About Giving
Q: If giving makes us so happy, why don't we give more?
Psychological biases lead us to overthink the act of giving and underestimate the happiness it produces.

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Centered on the history of truth and its implications in today's era of misinformation and post-truth narratives, this podcast offers listeners an intriguing examination of how societal perceptions of knowledge have evolved. It explores historical events, figures, and cultural phenomena that have significantly shaped our understanding of truth, often drawing parallels with contemporary issues. The engaging storytelling style, coupled with a rich blend of historical context and analytical insights, makes it a unique offering for those interested in the intersections of history, culture, and societal beliefs.

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The Last Archive launched 6 years ago and published 84 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 The Last Archive include:

1. Rachel Wyman
2. Chris Botticella
3. Father Michael Holleran
4. Jeannie Fromer
5. Elon Musk
6. Ted Chiang
7. Thomas Moynihan
8. Ben Naddaff-Hafrey

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