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The Road to Now

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It's A Wonderful Life
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Civil Rights Movement
Frank Capra
Stephen Foster
J. Edgar Hoover
Civil War
American Cinema
The Stephen Foster Story
Race Relations
Masculinity
World War II
San Quentin
14th Amendment
My Old Kentucky Home
Racial Identity
American Music History
Blackface Minstrelsy
The New Deal
Red Scare

Bob Crawford (The Avett Brothers) & Dr. Ben Sawyer (MTSU History) share conversations with great thinkers from a variety of backgrounds – historians, artists, legal scholars, political figures and more –who help us uncover the many roads that run between past and present. For more information, visit TheRoadToNow.com If you'd like to support our work, join us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheRoadToNow

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Latest Episodes

A decade after Ken Burns decided it was time to take on the American Revolution, the film is finished and premieres on your local PBS station on Sunday, November 16! In this episode, we talk with Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, who directed the six... more

Wakara was a Ute leader whose power stretched across western North America long before the US claimed the land on which he lived. In this episode, Max Perry Mueller joins us to discuss his new book, Wakara's America: The Life & Legacy of a Native Fou... more

America's bookstores have always been about more than just books, but the role they play in American society has changed over the years. In this episode, Evan Friss joins us for a conversation about his New York Times Bestseller, The Bookshop: A Hist... more

National Constitution Center President & CEO Jeffrey Rosen returns to the show to discuss his new book The Pursuit of Liberty: How Hamilton vs. Jefferson Ignited the Lasting Battle Over Power in America, and the ways that the contrasting visions of... more

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Recent Guests

Max Perry Mueller
Author and historian focusing on Native American history and contributions to the American West
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Episode: #352 Wakara's America w/ Max Perry Mueller
Evan Friss
Author of 'The Bookshop: A History of the American Bookstore'
Episode: #351 A History of the American Bookstore w/ Evan Friss
Jeffrey Rosen
CEO and Executive Director of the National Constitution Center
National Constitution Center
Episode: #350 The Pursuit of Liberty w/ Jeffrey Rosen
Jake Tapper
Author of eight books and a prominent journalist.
Episode: #348 Chasing an Al Qaeda Killer w/ Jake Tapper
Robert K.D. Colby
Author of 'An Unholy Traffic, Slave Trading in the Civil War South'
University of Mississippi
Episode: An Unholy Traffic: Slave Trading in the Civil War w/ Robert K.D. Colby
Andrew Fialka
MTSU history colleague specializing in the Civil War
Middle Tennessee State University
Episode: #347 A Graphic History of the Civil War w/ Andrew Fialka & Anderson Carmen
Anderson Carmen
Illustrator of the graphic novel
MTSU
Episode: #347 A Graphic History of the Civil War w/ Andrew Fialka & Anderson Carmen
Beth Lew-Williams
Dan David Prize winner and author of 'John Doe Chinaman, A Forgotten History of Chinese Life Under American Racial Law'
Princeton University
Episode: #346 A Forgotten History of Chinese Life in the United States w/ Beth Lew-Williams
David J. Lynch
Journalist and author
Washington Post
Episode: #345 How the Globalization Gamble Went Wrong w/ David J. Lynch

Hosts

Bob Crawford
Co-host and a musician known for his engaging storytelling and passionate discussions on history.
Ben Sawyer
Co-host and history scholar, bringing academic insights to the discussions that bridge the past and present.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 807 ratings
  • Intriguing Topics

    I love the intriguing topics and unique ideas I get from the conversations on this podcast. Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Srl311rpm
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great listen

    I’ve been listening ever since Ben was on the Nate land podcast. This pod is good easy listening full of great information. That is actually interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nighttrain007
    United States2 months ago
  • Not what I thought

    I have been looking for a good podcast on history that helps explain some of the famous stories a little better but this was not it. Instead it’s just them putting their political spin on everything and that’s not what I was looking for. I just want to hear about the story not why you think all republicans are awful. If you love hearing why being a liberal is right with a little history sprinkled in this is the podcast for you.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    SRusso04
    United States2 months ago
  • Great!

    If you’re liberal and want to remain in your echo chamber. If they took to liberal policies, ideas, and politicians the way they do conservative ones, it’d be fair.

    So if you suffer from TDS, you’ll absolutely enjoy this show of everything you don’t agree with is fascist and/or literal Hitler.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Nashville Bulldawg
    United States4 months ago
  • American Historical Association episode

    Not only is this podcast geared toward teaching incredibly useful history instead of just fun tidbits, but as a high school history teacher hearing the head of the American Historical Association call secondary history teachers professionals healed something in me after my profession has been vilified so consistently over the last 5 years. Thank you!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yorgasol
    United States7 months ago

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The podcast is praised for making history accessible and relevant to contemporary issues.
Listeners appreciate the depth and quality of the discussions, often emphasizing the intelligence and expertise of the guests.
Some negative feedback mentions a perceived political bias that skews discussions more towards liberal ideologies, which may not resonate with all audiences.
Overall, listeners find the content engaging and enlightening, often recommending it to those interested in thoughtful conversations about history.

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#352 Wakara's America w/ Max Perry Mueller
Q: So what has happened to these horses since?
The horses have become a living mark of history, embodying the connections between Native Americans and settlers, and there is ongoing discussion around their preservation and management.
#352 Wakara's America w/ Max Perry Mueller
Q: Could you kind of give this background story of the arrival of the Mormons, his ascendancy story and why he particularly finds their arrival to be advantageous?
Wakara saw the Mormons as an opportunity for trade and a way to expand his own power, leveraging their arrival to enhance his trade networks and influence.
#351 A History of the American Bookstore w/ Evan Friss
Q: What led you to write this book?
Evan shares that his journey began with his experiences in urban history and working in an independent bookstore which revealed to him the cultural significance of these spaces.
#348 Chasing an Al Qaeda Killer w/ Jake Tapper
Q: Talk about the process of writing this book, having already kind of lived through a lot of the background for it.
The book uses historical markers to show how decisions impacted the attempts to keep Americans safe.
An Unholy Traffic: Slave Trading in the Civil War w/ Robert K.D. Colby
Q: Can you talk a little bit more about slavery as an institution, as an economic driver?
The slave trade put a price on every enslaved person, which significantly influenced the southern economy and linked various auxiliary businesses.

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What is The Road to Now about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Featuring engaging conversations that traverse the intersections of history, culture, and society, this podcast explores a variety of topics through discussions with historians, artists, and public figures. Episodes often highlight lesser-known historical narratives, address contemporary issues through a historical lens, and feature experts who provide unique insights into the human experience across time. The dialogue not only connects past events to current realities but also captivates listeners by presenting history as a living, dynamic entity that shapes our present and future. Listeners can expect to gain a deeper understanding of historical contexts that inform today's cultural and societal discussions, making the episodes both infor... more

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4. Jake Tapper
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