Season 3
Did Europeans Enslave Native Americans?
The complicated history surrounding the European enslavement of Indigenous peoples.
Did Europeans Enslave Native Americans?
One of the most controversial topics moving through American politics for over 150 years.
The History of Reparations
Some argue for reforms, others for defunding, and others still for the complete abolition.
Evolution of Law Enforcement
Health Disparities in the Black Community: Past & Present
The United States healthcare system is letting down many Black Americans.
Health Disparities in the Black Community: Past & Present
Why Do We Have Political Parties?
John Adams warned us. George Washington begged us not to.
Why Do We Have Political Parties?
HIV/AIDS: What Can We Learn From America's Last Epidemic?
America's last major epidemic was the HIV/AIDS crisis of 1980s and 1990s.
HIV/AIDS: What Can We Learn From America's Last Epidemic?
Why Do We Say "African American"?
We look at the etymology and reclamation surrounding Black history and identity.
Why Do We Say "African American"?
History of Socialism in America
"Socialism" is one of THE most divisive words in America and it has been for a long time.
History of Socialism in America
The Homophobic Origins of U.S. Law
Danielle analyzes the homophobic history of US law.
The Homophobic Origins of U.S. Law
Trace the history of the handshake from Babylonia and the early Greeks to the present.
Why Do We Shake Hands?
The Racist Origins of U.S. Law
Danielle analyzes the discriminatory history of US law.
The Racist Origins of U.S. Law
How Did Pride Become a Parade?
How did the New York City Stonewall Riots turn into a month-long celebration?
How Did Pride Become a Parade?
Concentration Camps Are Older Than World War II
Danielle looks at the grim origin of concentration and internment camps.
Concentration Camps Are Older Than World War II
6 Surprising Facts About the 19th Amendment
2020 marks 100 years of National Suffrage for women in the United States!
6 Surprising Facts About the 19th Amendment
Economic Lessons from Past Pandemics
Danielle explores the human and economic tolls of past pandemics.
Economic Lessons from Past Pandemics
Where did Advice Columns Come From?
Danielle examines the strange history of advice columns.
Where did Advice Columns Come From?
What Does It Mean to Be a "Good" Student?
Danielle breaks down the stereotype of the perfect student.
What Does It Mean to Be a "Good" Student?
Why Are There 12 People on a Jury?
Did you know there is no hard and fast rule about how many members are required on a jury?
Why Are There 12 People on a Jury?
The Rise of E-Cigarettes: Why is Everyone Vaping?
Today, Danielle looks at how and why vaping took off.
The Rise of E-Cigarettes: Why is Everyone Vaping?
Why Does "Straight" Mean Heterosexual?
When did we start defining sexual orientation?
Why Does "Straight" Mean Heterosexual?
The Science Behind Why We Love Boy Bands
Everybody, rock your body and get ready to scream!
The Science Behind Why We Love Boy Bands
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