
Canada’s history is full of triumphs, tensions, and turning points. Yet too often, it’s reduced to headlines or overshadowed by present-day debates. History Matters was created to give space for deeper conversations — ones that connect the past to the present, and help us see why context matters more than ever.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 11 | Founded | 2 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | History | |||

This episode is the first of two taken from a CIHE event held in March 2025 with renowned historians Professor Nigel Biggar, recently appointed to the British House of Lords and author of the 2023 book, Colonialism: A Moral Reckoning, and Professor M... more
Did you know that in World War II, Canada’s “best business brains” traded Bay Street boardrooms in support of the country's war effort?
In this episode of History Matters, I sit down with Winnipeg-based historian and author Allan Levine to talk abou... more
In this episode, host Allan Williams welcomes historian and former Ontario cabinet minister Sean Conway for a wide-ranging discussion that connects contemporary political decisions to their deeper historical roots.
Conway reflects on the Ontario pro... more
What happens when a national biography doesn’t just celebrate—or condemn, but strives to understand? In this episode, I sit down with historian David A. Wilson to explore how the DCB is rethinking who gets included, how language is updated without “r... more
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Fantastic to see an organisation that cares about Canada’s history. Great topics thus far
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Focused on the intersection of past and present, this podcast provides an insightful exploration of Canadian history, emphasizing its relevance to contemporary issues. Listeners can expect discussions on pivotal historical figures, events, and debates, enrichened by contributions from historians and experts who contextualize these topics through their academic work and personal experiences. Unique to this series is its commitment to making history accessible and relevant, as well as highlighting the challenges faced by historians in portraying complex legacies accurately. This commitment suggests an intention to foster a better understanding of Canadian heritage among the audience.
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