“First off, I am a 46 year Public History Grad student with a family, so my drives to and from work are perfect opportunities to learn from and listen to this great resource.
I like to study topics I feel aren’t necessarily on everyone’s radar, and I get a pang of excitement every time I hear something I am researching brought up in an episode (like the Bonus March of 1932).
Additionally, anytime a historical figure or event makes multiple appearances as part of different stories or season, the show broadens the context of the wild and varied history of the U.S.
I also love Graham’s storytelling, a skill he uses to great effect.
Some ideas for shows (from subjects I have explored)
The U.S. during the Year Without a Summer (1816)
The Attica Prison Rebellion
Film Censorship in the 20th century
That said, I look forward to whatever the show’s creators come up with next!
The recent World War I episode was fantastic.”
Meolhc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/07/24