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Nostalgia Trap

David Parsons
Vincent Van Gogh
The Life Of Vincent Van Gogh
Art History
Cold War
Counterculture
Consumerism
1952 Cadillac
Automobile History
Volkswagen Beetle
Gun Culture
U.S. Military
Country Music
Mental Health
Trump
Hitchhiking
American Imperialism
Gender and Sexuality In Cars
American Automakers
Consumer Behavior
American Automobile Industry

Deep dive conversations on American history, politics, and pop culture, hosted by history professor and writer David Parsons.

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Recent Guests

Alan Burgess
A cultural commentator with reflections on politics and music.
Episode: Ep 425 - Cultural Inappropriation w/ Alan Burgess and Monte Montgomery
Aaron G. Fountain, Jr.
Historian and public scholar, author of "High School Students Unite!"
University of North Carolina Press
Episode: Ep 423 - High School Students Unite! w/ Aaron G. Fountain, Jr.
Judd Legum
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Episode: Ep 421 - First They Came for Jimmy Kimmel w/ Judd Legum
Monte Montgomery
Jazz musician and multi-instrumentalist
Episode: Ep 420 - All That Jazz w/ Monte Montgomery
David Humphries
Professor at Queensborough Community College and author
Episode: 120 MONTHS: Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic w/ David Humphries
Ross Benes
Author of '1999, The Year Low Culture Conquered America and Kickstarted Our Bizarre Times'
Episode: Ep 419 - Party Like It's 1999 w/ Ross Benes
Ethan Lascity
Assistant professor and director of the Fashion Media Program at Southern Methodist University.
Southern Methodist University
Episode: Ep 417 - The Abercrombie Age w/ Ethan Lascity
Xaq Frohlich
Associate Professor of the History of Technology at Auburn University
Auburn University
Episode: Ep 416 - America Eats Itself w/ Xaq Frohlich
Nick Marx
Co-author of 'That's Not Funny, How the Right Makes Comedy Work for Them'
University of California Press
Episode: Ep 415 - Own the Libs w/ Nick Marx

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David Parsons
Host of Nostalgia Trap

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 258 ratings
  • Amazing Leftist Historical Analysis

    Been listening since the beginning! Excellent analysis. Great guests. Really an unsung gem.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kai Bye
    United States9 months ago
  • A fountain of social humanity in our inhumane era.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Harold N.
    a year ago
  • On NETFlIX

    I was wondering not if it was just me, but I wasn’t motivated to watch NETFLIX. Maybe a few movies few and far. I began to prefer to read, write, practice with musical instruments, listen to a podcast, draw, and learn chess.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cocodojo
    United Statesa year ago
  • Want to keep loving

    I’ve been listening for years and have grown through David’s insight, but lately the News Trap episodes have me worrying about the Alex Jones sort of tone the podcast has taken. Are we seeing a movement away from the measured, skeptical, inquisitive stance that is Nostalgia Trap? I hope not.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NatashaConstance55
    United States2 years ago
  • Great deep dives

    Interesting guests with eclectic subject matter

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    listenerboy
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners praise rigorous, left-leaning historical analysis and high-quality guests.
Some feedback notes occasional tonal shifts and critique of host interview style, but overall strong appreciation for the show's depth.
Many commend the depth and breadth of interviews with academics and activists.

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News Trap 2.6.26 - Brain Damage w/ Justin Rogers-Cooper (PREVIEW)
Q: Can you share your thoughts on the raid that you mentioned?
The raid wasn't just about re-litigating 2020 but was about the midterms and establishing distrust in election systems.
Ep 415 - Own the Libs w/ Nick Marx
Q: What was the idea behind writing about comedy and how did you get your arms around this subject?
We wanted to identify and describe the world of right-wing comedy and highlight that those on the left don't monopolize comedy, suggesting a need for shifts in political and comedic strategy.
Ep 410 - Vietnam Vietnam Vietnam, We've All Been There
Q: What key messages did you take from your discussions about the Vietnam War?
David reflects on the moral complexities of decisions made during wars, recognizing the challenges faced by soldiers in navigating their duties and personal convictions.
Ep 410 - Vietnam Vietnam Vietnam, We've All Been There
Q: Why did you become interested in what you study?
David discusses his lifelong obsession with Vietnam, stemming from both personal experiences and cultural influences during his childhood.
Ep 400 - The Disney Revolt w/ Jake S. Friedman
Q: Can you describe how you approached the history of the strike in a way that recognizes all perspectives?
Friedman aimed to tell a human story about the animators and Disney, without vilifying either side, acknowledging the nuances and motivations at play.

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