
Conversations about history, pop culture, and the American story with award winning historian and outdoorsman Dr. Jason Herbert.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 216 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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This week historians John McManus and Waitman Beorn drop in to talk about the history behind Hamburger Hill, arguably the greatest war film we ever forgot.
About our guests:
John C. McManus is Curators’ Distinguished Professor of U.S. military hist... more
This week author Matthew Davis drops in to talk about the complex history and significance of Mount Rushmore, including its ties to the Lakota people, the role of Gutzon Borglum, and the evolving meaning of the monument in contemporary society. We al... more
Sahara had everything going for it: a big cast led by ultra hot actors Matthew McConaughey and Penelope Cruz, a devoted fan base of author Clive Cussler’s novels, and a big budget courtesy of Disney. And then it came out and flopped. But that doesn’t... more
This week Max Perry Mueller drops in to talk about Wakara, a Ute man who shaped the modern American West. We also talk about the complexities of Native American identity, the impact of Manifest Destiny, and the ethical considerations in writing Nativ... more
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This is an interesting podcast and as I listened through the backlist it covers many movies and the history around them. But since the beginning of the year I have watched for new episodes about movies and they are getting fewer and fewer. The pod seems to have decided to go a different direction. I have no problem with the new episodes but it’s kind of a bait and switch. It’s no longer what I signed on for so I am parting ways.
Listened to 3 episodes I thought I’d like. Conversations went short or without structure. Didn’t come away with any information more than I came with. A host who is annoying. The idea is good but I want my time back.
This is a pod that doesn’t take itself too seriously, but seriously does an outstanding job of bringing together the world of film & history. It’s not boring or always holding filmmakers to task for not being historically accurate, but instead helps us think about how history informs our movie making and how our movie making informs are historical memory. Guests are scholars who know their stuff, but are normal people who make their work accessible. Jason is a great host, who asks thoughtful que... more
I have enjoyed HATM on the app formerly known as the bird app for several years and the podcast is wonderful. Jason Herbert has curated conversations with scholars on beloved films. Great work!!
Great, fun way to learn about history. Has a talking-about-movies-with-smart-friends vibe. But not at all film snobby!
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The episodes explore a range of historical and cultural topics through the lens of film, often featuring in-depth discussions with historians and scholars about the cinematic portrayal of significant events and figures. Key themes include the intersection of history and pop culture, representations of gender and race, and critical analyses of movies while considering their historical contexts. Notable episodes have tackled films like 'Crocodile Dundee' and 'Black Hawk Down', focusing on how these narratives shape and inform understanding of contemporary societal issues. This podcast attracts listeners interested in both history and film, offering insightful commentary while maintaining a casual, conversational tone that makes complex themes... more
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