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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 359 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | History | |||

Donald Wright speaks with Don Nerbas and Tess Elsworthy about their book McGill in History. This book brings together diverse historiographies and perspectives to critically examine how McGill has been implicated in power structures and is the produc... more
James Stewart (J.D.M.) speaks with Catherine McKenna about her book, Run Like A Girl. From Olympic dreams to the frontlines of politics and climate action, Run Like A Girl charts McKenna’s personal and political journey – from leading Canada’s climat... more
Nicole O’Byrne speaks with Gabriel Arsenault about his book The Higgs Years. Blaine Higgs was the premier of New Brunswick from 2018 to 2024. Leading his Progressive Conservative Party through six years of headline-making policy, in September 2024 he... more
Larry Ostola speaks with Madelaine Drohan about her book He Did Not Conquer. Throughout his long and illustrious career, Benjamin Franklin nursed a not-so-secret desire to annex Canada and make it American. When he was not busy conducting scientific ... more
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It is very hard to give anything other than a five-star review for a free podcast that covers such interesting and under-served territory, but I dock one star to offer this constructive feedback: the interviews are often quite obviously scripted, with the host reading a broad question and the guest reading a prepared response. I know hosting a dynamic, unscripted interview is challenging (and the hosts are full-time academics and not pro podcasters), but the podcast would benefit from some less ... more
I love this podcast. It’s smart historians talking about fascinating pieces of Canadian history, with an emphasis on primary sources.
I’ve only listened to their latest episode about Haldane, and what a delight! Probing storytelling, with the simplicity that comes with passion. Buoyed with well sourced knowledge rather than dredged with unfounded opinion. No matter your tastes, the Viscount Haldane episode, is a must for every podcast listener.
These podcasts are fascinating. I am so glad to have subcscribed and look forward to every new episode.
This is a wonderful, serious, history podcast, centred around interviews with historians. There are many gems. I particularly enjoyed the segment on “How Canada Nearly Forgot the Second World War”.
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A unique exploration of Canada's history, this podcast offers informative discussions featuring esteemed historians and scholars centered on significant events and figures that have shaped the nation's past. Each episode provides detailed insights into topics such as legal history regarding Japanese Canadians during World War II, the impact of policing on marginalized communities, and the evolution of neighborhoods within Canada. The narrative often highlights both personal stories and broader societal implications, fostering a deeper understanding of historical narratives that resonate with contemporary issues. Listeners can expect a blend of academic rigor and engaging storytelling that brings to life lesser-known aspects of Canadian heri... more
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