พอดคาสท์ Femi S ชั้นนำ (2024)

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Ep 41: Sequel Fatigue and Parallels to the Church’s Journey 45:44

2M ago45:44

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This episode was sparked by the number of recent movies and sequels that just ended up being disappointing. We dive into the factors that may contribute to the production of bad movies (quality and content wise) and the challenges the audience may face in navigating them. At the end we turn the conversation to an unexpected comparison—the church's …

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Ep 40: Power and Control in Rollerball 1:01:27

2M ago1:01:27

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In this episode, we explore the 1975 sci-fi film Rollerball through our SMART framework, focusing on its portrayal of a dystopian future where corporations control everything, including the brutal sport at the center of the story. We discuss the journey of Jonathan E., a superstar athlete caught in the deadly corporate-controlled sport, who struggl…

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Ep 39: Family Bonds in The Mitchells vs. The Machines 1:00:08

3M ago1:00:08

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In this episode, we dive into The Mitchells vs. The Machines, exploring how this animated film cleverly critiques our reliance on technology while also reflecting on family dynamics. Katie Mitchell, an aspiring filmmaker, has her relationship with her family tested when their road trip collides with a tech apocalypse. Through Katie and her father R…

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Ep 38: Balancing Whimsy and Responsibility with Hook 56:39

4M ago56:39

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In this Father’s Day episode, we discuss the beloved film "Hook." Peter Banning, a work-absorbed lawyer, rediscovers his true identity as Peter Pan after his children are kidnapped by Captain Hook. In Neverland, Peter confronts his past, battles Hook, and ultimately chooses family over career, finding joy in fatherhood. The film emphasizes the impo…

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Ep 37: Generational Humility and Brave (Mother’s Day Episode) 56:02

4M ago56:02

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To celebrate Mother’s Day, in this podcast episode, we discuss Disney’s Brave and explore its depiction of parent-child relationships. We follow Merida, a skilled archer navigating her mother Elinor’s expectations for her future as a queen, which leads to conflict and a magical mishap turning Elinor into a bear. As they strive to undo the spell and…

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Ep 36: Surviving Tragedy and A Good Person 57:14

6M ago57:14

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Help guide our mission! Offer your feedback and ideas on the Google Form below: Survey: What would you like to see from Parable Arrows? In this episode, Josh and Femi discuss the real life drama film A Good Person. Josh and Femi discuss how to balance accountability with loving support, the cost of living a new life, and why meditating on the world…

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Ep 35: Facing the Awkward and Turning Red 1:06:53

7M ago1:06:53

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Upcoming FREE Events! Signal in the Noise - Join the Parable Arrows team for a presentation, panel, and round table discussion on using the media you consume to deepen relationships. April 13th, 2024 - 10-12PM @ Eastbrook Church in Milwaukee 5353 N Green Bay Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53209 May 18th, 2024 - 10-12PM @ High Point Church in Madison 7702 Old S…

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Ep 34: They Cloned Tyrone and Finding True Freedom 1:02:08

9M ago1:02:08

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They Cloned Tyrone is a modern sci-fi thriller that explores the lasting impacts of racism by following Fontain, a drug dealer in a neighborhood called the Glen and his terrifying discovery of who is pulling the strings behind some of the strange occurances he has witnessed. Josh and Femi are joined this week by Jac'Quon, Josh's friend from his chu…

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Ep 33: Discussing Media Literacy with a Missionary 1:07:06

10M ago1:07:06

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Zach is Josh's younger brother and a current full time missionary with the organization YWAM. (Youth with a Mission). When he's not doing the Lord's work (literally), he enjoys anime, manga, and fighting games. In this episode, Josh and Zach talk about their observations about media literacy in our current audience culture and why it is an importan…

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Ep 32: Why the Small Things Matter in It's a Wonderful Life 55:51

11M ago55:51

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A holiday classic, It's a Wonderful Life follows George Bailey: family man and community pillar as he wrestles with the deep fear that he has wasted his life. In this episode of the podcast, Josh and Femi discuss why doing the little things in life well matters, the importance of encouraging loved ones sooner than later, and embracing the value God…

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Ep 31: Loving Community and Lars and the Real Girl 49:22

12M ago49:22

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On the surface, Lars and the Real Girl may seem like a film treading a fine line between real and raunchy. But, below the odd premise is a heart wrenching story about family and community sacrificing to radically love a deeply hurting Lars. In this episode, Josh and Femi discuss the role of the church, how we can love people going through uncomfort…

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Elena Machado Sáez, “Activism and Resistance in Contemporary Latinx Theater” 22:06

1y ago22:06

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Theatrical productions allow playwrights and audiences alike to engage with historical and contemporary social realities. But what are the consequences when particular types of dramatic texts and performances are inadequately disseminated and preserved? Elena Machado Sáez (NHC Fellow, 2022–23) is analyzing the ways that Latinx theater in the United…

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Gregg Hecimovich, “The Zealy Daguerreotypes: Confronting Images of Enslavement” 21:24

1y ago21:24

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In March 1850, five men and two women were photographed in the studio of South Carolina artist Joseph Zealy. When these daguerreotypes were uncovered in 1976, they quickly became some of the best-known pre-Civil War images of enslaved African Americans. Gregg Hecimovich (NHC Fellow, 2015–16; 2022–23) is asking important questions about why these im…

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Naomi André, “A History of Blackness in Opera” 19:12

1y ago19:12

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As an art form, opera has proven to be simultaneously entertaining and relatable to diverse audiences, even though it has also been characterized by associations with whiteness and elitism. Naomi André (NHC Fellow, 2022–23) is working to tell a more comprehensive and inclusive story of this genre by constructing a history of Blackness in opera from…

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Brian Lewis, “George Cecil Ives and the Transformation of Discourses on Sexuality” 25:06

1y ago25:06

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The British writer, reformer, and criminologist George Cecil Ives lived through a transformation in our collective understanding of sexuality. Born in 1867, Ives found early inspiration in the Classical tradition and witnessed the rise of sexology and psychoanalysis before his death in the mid-twentieth century. But Ives did not simply observe thes…

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Jontyle Robinson, “Curating Change: ‘Bearing Witness’ and Legacy of African American Women Artists” 22:52

1y ago22:52

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In 1996, an exhibition entitled “Bearing Witness: Contemporary Works by African American Women Artists,” was produced for the Spelman College Museum of Fine Art’s contribution to the Olympic games held in Atlanta, Georgia. Today, Jontyle Theresa Robinson (NHC Fellow, 2022–23) is undertaking a multi-tiered initiative to reflect upon and advance the …

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Ep 30: Identity, Christianity, and Barbie 49:28

1y ago49:28

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Before it was even released, Barbie was considered a contentious movie, especially among Christian circles. Now with it's digital release, the Parable Arrows team wanted to put this film to the test: Was Barbie really an anti-men film and feminist propaganda? Or was it a movie posing thought provoking questions about identity that are Biblically ac…

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W. Jason Miller, “Nina Simone and Langston Hughes: Collaborators Across Genres” 19:40

1y ago19:40

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The influence that Nina Simone and Langston Hughes have had on American music, literature, and culture can hardly be overstated. However, the relationship between these two figures has received little to no attention from scholars to date, despite their long history of collaboration. W. Jason Miller (NHC Fellow, 2022–23) is conducting research into…

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Ep 29: Seeing Potential in Others and Gifted 53:41

1y ago53:41

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God is the giver of all talents and gifts. When we see the gifts in others, it is logical and easy for us to want to encourage a certain life path. However, what if that is not the way the person wants their life to go? In this episode, Josh and Femi discuss the 2017 film Gifted with Chris Evans. They discuss the question above and more as they ana…

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Ep 28: Interview with Byron of B-Rut Productions 58:48

1y ago58:48

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Over the summer, Josh and Parable Arrows first ever intern Aidan recorded video versions of our podcast. Our first discussion was with multimedia talent Byron, aka B-Rut. We covered the power of film, what it means to be shrewd in business as a Christian, the importance of faith AND action together, and the way God calls us to be about his mission.…

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Ep 27: God's Definition of Justice and Persona 5 Royal 44:59

1+ y ago44:59

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If you are a long time fan, you may have noticed that most of our episodes revolve around the stories in movies. However, we believe that stories in any medium can be used to have deeper discussions around God and the human experience. In this episode, Josh is joined by Jordan Mefford, who played multiple roles in Parable Arrows' first short film, …

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Ep 26: Haunted by the Past and Attack on Titan 41:03

1+ y ago41:03

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Josh often mentions on the podcast that his favorite show of all time is the anime Attack on Titan. It's a strange show that is characterized by visceral action, espionage, and themes that explore the depravity of humankind. In this episode, Josh K is joined by Josh S, co-worker and fellow mega-fan of Attack on Titan. In this episode, the Joshes do…

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Ep 25: The Challenge to be a Good Leader and Black Panther (feat. John Larry) 54:00

1+ y ago54:00

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Black Panther was a cultural moment upon its release. Featuring the late Chadwick Boseman as its titular protagonist, the film celebrated black culture, challenged what it looks like to be a good leader, and offered a look at how leaders can do a better job of serving the ones they are over. This episode, Josh and Femi are joined by the amazing Joh…

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Ep 24: The Hearts of Children and JoJo Rabbit 1:00:31

1+ y ago1:00:31

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World War 2 is a tricky moment in history to poke fun at. And yet, somehow, Director Taika Waititi does so in a way that is meaningful and challenges who and what we put our faith in. In this episode, Josh and Femi discuss how adults need to steward our relationships with youth, why Jesus is worth following, and how to be confident when we have fou…

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Ep 23: Parable Arrows Team Hangout 48:02

1+ y ago48:02

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In this unique episode, Femi and Josh are joined by some of the Parable Arrows' team to talk about their favorite movies, shows, and stories that have impacted them. Shoutouts to Josh Erickson (@itsjpk_), Jordan Mefford (@broken_tile_games), and Preston Bousley (@bousleyproductions) for joining us! Website: https://www.parablearrows.com/ Sabbath of…

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Ep 22: Loving Your Neighbor and Spider-Man: Into the Spider Verse 55:52

1+ y ago55:52

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Revolutionary in its flashy comic book style of animation, Spider-Man: Into the Spider Verse was a hit across fans young and old. Following the story of new Spider-Man Miles Morales, Into the Spider Verse covers themes from finding your place in the world, identity, loving others, and having faith in your calling. Join Femi and Josh in this episode…

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Ep 21: Embracing Emotions and Inside Out 51:16

2y ago51:16

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When Inside Out first released, the idea of little brightly colored charaters running around our brain space made so much sense. Feeling angry? Must be the little angry man inside my head--not me. Or, if you grew up in church, sometimes certain emotions were pinned to be all good or all bad. Sadness? No room for that. But, Inside Out offers an accu…

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Ep 20: The Reason for the Season and VeggieTales - The Toy that Saved Christmas 48:26

2y ago48:26

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Merry Christmas from Parable Arrows! But, what is Christmas ACTUALLY about? Many church going folks would say the birth of Jesus, others might say getting together with family. In our modern age, how can we practically celebrate the true meaning of Christmas? This question and more are explored as Josh and Femi discuss an old time favorite from our…

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Ep 19: Redemption and Les Miserables 50:35

2y ago50:35

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Way back a few episodes ago, our fathers graciously made the time to join us on a podcast. Femi's dad shared that his favorite story is Les Miserables, and naturally, we had to spill the beans this episode was in the works. Now, it's finally here! A story of redemption, sacrificial kindness, restored hope, and second chances, Les Miserables covers …

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Ep 18: Interview with Preston Bousley @bousleyproductions 44:10

2y ago44:10

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The Parable Arrows team has been blessed over the last few months by a number of talented individuals working behind the scenes to push our mission forward. One such person is Preston Bousley, a passionate film maker and freelancer. In this conversation, Preston and Josh cover the future of story telling, how Christians can continue to push creativ…

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Nancy F. Cott, “Accidental Internationalists: American Journalists Abroad Between the World Wars” 43:20

2y ago43:20

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This lecture illuminates the field of international possibility seen by a leading fraction of young Americans in the 1920s. It offers a counter-narrative to the well-worn account of American “expatriates” who succumbed to the seductions of Paris and soon returned home chastened. A far larger stratum of would-be writers lived outside the United Stat…

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Paul S. Sutter, “Public Health and the Panama Canal” 27:45

2y ago27:45

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When the Panama Canal opened in 1914, it not only revolutionized international trade, but brought about new developments in public health. While diseases like yellow fever and malaria were seen as an inherent threat of “the tropics” by the Americans and French, the process of constructing the canal actually created conditions in which such diseases…

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Paul Ushang Ugor, “Socially Responsible Cinema: Femi Odugbemi’s Artistic Vision” 25:25

2y ago25:25

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For the past twenty years, Nigerian filmmaking has dominated media production in Africa and among African diasporic communities. One of the most influential figures in this industry is the writer, director, and producer Femi Odugbemi, whose work is an example of the "socially responsible cinema" that has been under-explored in scholarly analyses of…

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Ep 17: You are the Only You and Everything Everywhere All at Once 58:07

2y ago58:07

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Everything Everywhere All at Once is not a family friendly film. It has crass humor, dark themes, and a load of wacky violence that would make Grandma blush. And it is easily one of the best films that has been released in a number of years. This film is geared towards a mature audience and wrestles with ideas like the multiverse (no, not like Marv…

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Maggie M. Cao, “Imperial Painting: Nineteenth-Century Art and the Making of American Empire” 21:45

2y ago21:45

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Nineteenth-century American paintings frequently depict foreign settings, from the Caribbean to the Arctic. Many of these artworks seem to reveal moments of cultural exchange or scientific inquiry, but they have rarely been seen as evidence of the growing imperialist tendencies of the United States throughout this century.In this podcast, Maggie Ca…

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Howard Chiang, “Psychoanalysis in China” 22:32

2y ago22:32

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In the early twentieth century, psychoanalytic ideas based on the work of Sigmund Freud were taken up, translated, and even challenged by practitioners from a variety of geographic regions and backgrounds. However, the importance of psychoanalytic thought in China has not always been given adequate attention.In this podcast, Howard Chiang (NHC Fell…

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Elizabeth S. Manley, “Imagining the Tropics: Women and Tourism in the Caribbean” 24:35

2y ago24:35

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Widely understood as a destination for leisure and pleasure, the Caribbean has drawn visitors from the global north for over a century. Women have played a central role in establishing this image of the islands, from the proliferation of women's travel writing beginning in the late nineteenth century to their active roles in shaping the tourism and…

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Ep 16: The Dads Pay a Visit to Talk about Story 47:32

2y ago47:32

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In this special episode of the Parable Arrows podcast, Josh and Femi are joined by their Dads! The four of them talk about story, why we should care about who or what is the hero of a story, and how parents with different convictions of what media is ok or not ok can come together to honor and love each other amidst there differences. Website: http…

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Tony Frazier, “Slavery, English Law, and Abolition in the Eighteenth Century” 14:27

2y ago14:27

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In the 1772 court case “Somerset v Stewart,” an English court found that the concept of slavery had no basis in English law. Although this case has long been linked to the eventual abolition of the Atlantic slave trade in Britain, the emancipation of enslaved persons was a long and complex process.In this podcast, Tony Frazier (NHC Fellow, 2021–22)…

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Ep 15: Knowing Our True Selves and How to Train Your Dragon 51:32

2y ago51:32

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Now a Dreamworks mega-franchise, How to Train Your Dragon started as a humble story of one young man, Hiccup, standing up for what was right and using his gifts in a community that didn't accept him for who he was. By embracing his skills, even though they were different than the norm of his community, Hiccup inspired lasting change for his friends…

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Jane O. Newman, “The Decameron” 59:20

2y ago59:20

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Jane O. Newman (Trustee; NHC Fellow, 2015–16), Professor of Comparative Literature, University of California, IrvineAs constructed by Boccaccio, “The Decameron” is a classic collection of fourteenth-century stories, one hundred tales shared by a group of young men and women sheltering in a secluded villa outside Florence to avoid the Great Bubonic …

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Joy Connolly, “The Life of Roman Republicanism” 1:04:49

2y ago1:04:49

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Joy Connolly (NHC Trustee), President, American Council of Learned SocietiesA distinguished classics scholar as well as an accomplished academic administrator, Connolly argues in her most recent book, “The Life of Roman Republicanism” that “Cicero, Sallust, and Horace inspire fresh thinking about central concerns of contemporary political thought a…

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Cara Robertson, “The Trial of Lizzie Borden” 57:34

2y ago57:34

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Cara Robertson (NHC Trustee; NHC Fellow, 2004–05; 2005–06)When Andrew and Abby Borden were brutally hacked to death in Fall River, Massachusetts, in August 1892, the arrest of the couple’s younger daughter Lizzie turned the case into international news and her trial into a spectacle unparalleled in American history. Everyone—rich and poor, suffragi…

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Andrew Delbanco, “The War Before the War: Fugitive Slaves and the Struggle for America’s Soul” 1:04:12

2y ago1:04:12

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Andrew Delbanco (NHC Fellow, 2013–14), Alexander Hamilton Professor of American Studies at Columbia University; President, The Teagle FoundationFor decades after its founding, the fact that enslaved black people repeatedly risked their lives to flee their masters in the South in search of freedom in the North proved that the “united” states was act…

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Jacquelyn Dowd Hall, “Sisters and Rebels: A Struggle for the Soul of America” 1:00:38

2y ago1:00:38

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Jacquelyn Dowd Hall (NHC Fellow, 1996–97), Julia Cherry Spruill Professor Emerita of History, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, National Humanities Medal RecipientDescendants of a prominent slaveholding family, Elizabeth, Grace, and Katharine Lumpkin grew up in a culture of white supremacy. But while Elizabeth remained a lifelong believe…

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Mia Bay, “Traveling Black: A Story of Race and Resistance” 52:22

2y ago52:22

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Mia Bay (NHC Fellow, 2009–10), Roy F. and Jeannette P. Nichols Chair in American History, University of PennsylvaniaFrom stagecoaches and trains to buses, cars, and planes, “Traveling Black” explores when, how, and why racial restrictions took shape and brilliantly portrays what it was like to live with them. It also recounts the many forms of resi…

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Martha S. Jones, “Vanguard” 1:00:09

2y ago1:00:09

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Martha S. Jones (NHC Fellow, 2013–14), Society of Black Alumni Presidential Professor and Professor of History, Johns Hopkins UniversityIn the standard story, the suffrage crusade began in Seneca Falls in 1848 and ended with the ratification of the Nineteenth Amendment in 1920. But this overwhelmingly white women’s movement did not win the vote for…

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Andrew Jewett, “Science under Fire: Challenges to Scientific Authority in Modern America” 1:00:08

2y ago1:00:08

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Andrew Jewett (NHC Fellow, 2013–14), Elizabeth D. Rockwell Visiting Professor of Ethics and Leadership, University of Houston“Science under Fire” reconstructs a century of battles over the cultural implications of science in the United States, showing how suspicion of scientific methods and motivation has played a major role in American politics an…

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Thomas M. Lekan, “Our Gigantic Zoo: A German Quest to Save the Serengeti” 1:00:30

2y ago1:00:30

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Thomas M. Lekan (NHC Fellow, 2009–10; 2010–11; 2022–23), Professor of History, University of South CarolinaDemonstrating the conflicts between international conservation, nature tourism, decolonization, and national sovereignty, “Our Gigantic Zoo” explores the legacy of Bernhard Grzimek, Europe’s greatest wildlife conservationist, who portrayed him…

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Kim F. Hall, “Othello Was My Grandfather” 1:04:34

2y ago1:04:34

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Kim F. Hall (NHC Fellow, 2016–17), Lucyle Hook Professor of English and Professor of Africana Studies, Barnard College, Columbia UniversitySince her first book, “Things of Darkness,” appeared in 1996, Kim F. Hall’s work has helped generate a new wave of scholarship on race in Shakespeare and Renaissance/Early Modern texts. For this talk, she places…

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