Best Bobby Carroll Podcasts (2025)

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MYSTICAL: Naga Fireballs 41:37

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Every year, a spectacular display of fireballs rises from the Mekong River in Thailand and Laos at the end of Buddhist Lent. They appear like clockwork—and defy logic. Scientists and skeptics point to natural explanations such as combustible gases or a hoax. But locals will tell you they are produced by the mythical Naga serpent… For a full list of…

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Episode 169: Is Pompeii the best bad movie/good history ever made? 1:39:43

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2014's Pompeii is all over the place. Designed to be a Roman apocalypse story with a star making turn by Game of Thrones' Kit Harrington, Pompeii fizzled at the box office. But strangely, it's a phenomenal film to talk about the Roman empire and the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Historian and archaeologist Dr. Steven Tuck joins in to talk everything …

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Nostalgic Radio and Cars 54:36

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THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENT "DOUBLE TROUBLE" - IN PRAISE OF A PRODUCER: CELEBRATING THE ARTISTRY OF JEFF LYNNE. DOUBLE DOWN!! 13:01

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I hear Jeff Lynne has recently been sidelined by a mysterious infection, and had to cancel some performances. We wish the revered music producer and founder of ELO good health and a quick recovery. Today, Bill and Rich, The Splendid Bohemians would like to celebrate this versatile Rock stylist by playing two cuts separated by decades, from two vast…

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DISAPPEARED: The Ghost Blimp Mystery 49:35

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In 1942, a U.S. Navy blimp embarked on a routine patrol off the coast of San Francisco—but hours later the blimp came crashing down in nearby Daly City. Its radios were working, engines were running, and life jackets were still on board, but the crew had seemingly vanished without a trace. To this day, their whereabouts are still unknown. For a ful…

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ON THIS THANKSGIVING, THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS ARE GRATEFUL FOR YOU! HERE IS A GENEROUS HELPING OF SOME HOLIDAY TRADITION: ALICE'S RESTAURANT BY ARLO GUTHRIE. 18:31

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Reflecting upon this landmark recording made me realize how much Arlo and his song had been fundamental to my life-long, anti-authoritarian world view. And how, years later, when the war had escalated, and my turn came up for the draft, even though I escaped with a high lottery number, I was already weighing my draft dodging options. I was only 14 …

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Episode 168: How Colorado Springs became the epicenter of evangelical capitalism with Will Schultz 1:30:13

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How did a small town south of Denver emerge as the center of evangelical capitalism after World War II? Historian Dr. William Schultz explains how evangelicals' faith intertwined with a specific interpretation of Americanism, especially during the Cold War era, and how this allowed them to transition from the margins of society to the epicenter of …

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Episode 167: Ken Burns' The American Revolution (Historians' Commentary) 2:12:56

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It's a special podcast here at Reckoning. Early American historians Dr. Liz Covart, Dr. Michael Hattem, and Dr. Craig Bruce Smith joined me to live stream Ken Burns' new series The American Revolution and answer questions from people around the world. It's kind of like a Director's Commentary, only if the director was actually four people with degr…

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THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENT "DOUBLE TROUBLE" - PRETTY PUNKS WITH X-RAY SPEX AND THE PRETENDERS. DOUBLE DOWN!! 12:09

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Love comes in many forms - sometimes confrontational. Today’s episode is a paean to a couple of dominating dames that lit up the punk scene in the late 70s. Johnny Rotten once stated that the only person that actually frightened him was the gone too soon, Poly Styrene of X-Ray Spex. That product of a Somali father and a British mother railed agains…

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LEGENDS OF HAWAI'I: Madame Pele (with Lopaka Kapanui) 56:13

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Yvette and Rasha continue their trip home to Honolulu alongside master storyteller Lopaka Kapanui—this time discussing the history and legends of the ancient Hawaiian goddess of fire and volcanoes, Madame Pele. She’s said to still walk the island, taking many forms—and Rasha and Yvette talk about their own personal experiences with the goddess. For…

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Episode 166: Apollo 13 with Jeffrey Kluger 1:18:05

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Houston, we have a podcast. Today, Apollo 13 author Jeffrey Kluger drops in to talk about the Apollo missions, what really made it on the film, and his new book, Gemini: Stepping Stone to the Moon, the Untold Story. About our guest: Jeffrey Kluger, editor at large, oversees TIME's science and technology reporting. He has written or co-written more …

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November 18, 2025 53:00

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BILL AND RICH, THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS ARE THRILLED TO OPEN THEIR TREASURE CHEST OF NEW ORLEANS JEWELS FOR YOUR DELIGHT: TWO ARCHIVAL STACK O’ 45s THAT GLITTER AND SHINE, WITH IRMA THOMAS AND ERNIE K. DOE ... 43:25

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We’re so glad you’re enjoying our meanderings down memory lane to rediscover these classic Stack o’ 45s episodes you might have missed. We’re having a ball reminiscing about some of The Splendid Bohemians finest moments, so grab a Sazerac and kick back with the boys as you dig on this pair of Delta Royals: Miss Irma Thomas, The Soul Queen of New Or…

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Episode 165: How the United States failed Puerto Rico with Ed Morales 1:14:56

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Puerto Rico is the oldest colony in the world, something that must change, says Ed Morales. Today Ed drops in to talk about the history of Puerto Rico, the Puerto Rican diaspora, and how colonialism has hurt the island over the last 500 years. About our guest: Ed Morales is an author and journalist who has written for The Nation, The New York Times…

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THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENT "DOUBLE TROUBLE" - NO REGRETS: WITH JACKSON BROWNE, LUZ CASAL, DAVID LINDLEY, RUFUS WAINWRIGHT & SARA BAREILLES. DOUBLE DOWN!! 15:15

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Edit Piaf once famously sang “Je Regrette Rien” (I Regret Nothing), and listening to the following heart wrenching live performances, I’m reminded that anyone claiming that spiritual stance must be in denial - or, crowing in battered defiance in order to buttress themselves against the memory of life’s cavalcade of pain and tortured conscience. For…

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LEGENDS OF HAWAI'I: Night Marchers (with Lopaka Kapanui) 40:54

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The legendary Night Marchers of Hawai'i still roam under the moonlight—and crossing their path could cost you everything. Yvette and Rasha return home to Honolulu with master storyteller Lopaka Kapanui to uncover the true history, hauntings, and powerful mana behind Hawaii’s most feared spirits. For a full list of sources, please visit: sosupernatu…

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Episode 164: Archie Bunker for President with Oscar Winberg 1:16:06

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This week historian Oscar Winberg joins in to talk about the origins of All In The Family and how the politics of the 1970s were filtered through television's biggest show. About our guest: Dr. Oscar Winberg is a postdoctoral fellow at the Turku Institute for Advanced Studies and the John Morton Center for North American Studies at the University o…

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THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENT "DOUBLE TROUBLE" - TO BE OR NOT TO BE? A QUESTION FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON, POSED BY NICK DRAKE AND WILL OLDHAM. DOUBLE DOWN!! 14:17

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As the holidays roll around, and daylight retracts, the thoughts also cloud over to infuse the mind with a grayish motif. We’re encouraged to gather our loved ones close and practice gratitude for life’s bounty. But, what if life’s gifts have been obscured by the overwhelming influence of a mortal depression, a reflection of the disconnect between …

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November 11, 2025 53:45

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BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! ANOTHER STACK O 45s TWO-FER FROM BILL AND RICH, THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS - TWO ESTIMABLE SIRENS WHO’VE SPANNED THE SPECTRUM OF POP - PEGGY LEE (1920-2002), AND LESLIE GORE (1946-2015 ... 36:45

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You asked, and we answered. Since you enjoyed the Bobbie Gentry vs. Joey Heatherton marathon smackdown so much, we've resurrected two more tantalizing STACK O 45s archival episodes to enrich your day and fire your imaginations: You Don't Own Me by Leslie Gore, and Is That All There Is? by the one and only Peggy Lee.…

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Introducing: CRIMES OF… 5:43

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Power. Fame. Obsession. Betrayal. These are more than headlines. They are the forces behind some of the most unforgettable crimes in history. Crimes Of... is a weekly true crime anthology series, hosted by Sabrina Deana-Roga and Corinne Vien of Two Girls One Ghost, that explores a new theme each season, such as crimes of the paranormal, unsolved mu…

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Episode 163: The American Revolution and the Fate of the World with Richard Bell 1:22:07

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Have you ever wondered what else was happening during the American Revolution? It turns out that the conflict was waged far beyond the shores of North America. Historian Richard Bell joins in today to talk about the unexpected participants in and ramifications of the American Revolution across the globe. About our guest: Richard Bell received his P…

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THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENT A BRILL BUILDING TRIPLE PLAY: WONDERWOMEN WHO ROCKED THE MAN'S WORLD, WITH CATHY CARROLL, EARL-JEAN MCCRAE, AND TRACEY DEY. 11:34

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There is an interesting theme coursing through these are three dynamic pop hits of the Brill Building era, all by one hit wonders, sung by extraordinary, up and coming stylists, and crafted by some of the most influential music men of the time: Cathy Carroll’s 1962 hit, “Poor Little Puppet” (produced and arranged by Stan Applebaum, written by Howar…

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Episode 162: The Cutting Edge with Paul Gagliardi and Dart Adams 1:36:10

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Toe pick! If you don't love The Cutting Edge, something is seriously wrong with you. This week Dart Adams and Paul Gagliardi drop in to talk about the history behind the 1992 cult classic and why we love it so damn much. About our guests: Dart Adams is a historian, journalist and a lecturer from Boston, MA. His work has appeared in various online &…

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ALIEN: Colares UFO Incident 49:19

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In 1977, on the small island of Colares, Brazil, a series of UFO sightings escalated to full-blown attacks. After being hit by lasers, witnesses reported symptoms like paralysis and burns that landed a handful of them in the hospital. The Air Force was sent in to study the phenomenon, but to this day no one knows if the crafts were manmade or extra…

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Episode 161: Three Decades and a Bottle of Wine with Dr. Karen Cox 1:48:42

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This week legendary historian Dr. Karen Cox drops in to talk about her life, her work, and advise for historians and students as we enter this new era. About our guest: Karen L. Cox is an award-winning historian and a Distinguished Lecturer for the Organization of American Historians. She is the author of four books, the editor or co-editor of two …

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Episode 160: A new George Washington Movie is coming your way with Dr. Craig Bruce Smith 38:01

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Dr. Craig Bruce Smith and I break down the trailer for the upcoming film, Young George Washington About our guest: Craig Bruce Smith is Professor of History at National Defense University in the Joint Advanced Warfighting School (JAWS) in Norfolk, VA. He authored American Honor: The Creation of the Nation’s Ideals during the Revolutionary Era and c…

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HAUNTED: Surrey Ghost Car with And That's Why We Drink 1:12:48

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Rasha and Yvette are joined by Em Schulz and Christine Schiefer from “And That’s Why We Drink” as they talk about a ghostly car crash in Surrey, England, back in 2002. They also discuss tales of paranormal hitchhikers, phantom passengers, and haunted roadways from all across the globe. For a full list of sources, please visit: sosupernaturalpodcast…

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THE SPLENDID BOHEMIAN'S BATTLE OF THE TEENAGE CRUSHES: JOEY HEATHERTON VS BOBBIE GENTRY. RICH AND BILL GO HEAD TO HEAD ON TWO STACK OF 45'S. DOUBLE DOWN!! 1:13:22

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Was it really a simpler time, way back when? As teenagers, Rich and I pined for those older women who seemed to embody the tidal pulse of desire. For me, it was the Delta song-spinner Bobbie Gentry, whose Ode to Billie Joe, a mystery delivered in honeyed, but troubling tones, captured the world's - and, my imagination; for Rich, it was the slinky s…

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Episode 159: Jelani Cobb talks about Spielberg's Lincoln and the Promise of Black Freedom 42:12

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This week Jelani Cobb drops in to talk about Steven Spielberg's Lincoln, what we don't see onscreen, the promise of Barack Obama, and the rise of Donald Trump. Plus, we preview his new book, Three or More is a Riot: Notes on How We Got Here, 2012-Present. This is a powerhouse episode. About our guest: Jelani Cobb joined the Columbia Journalism Scho…

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Conjuring the Cosmos with Aliza Kelly 1:03:28

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Celebrity astrologer Aliza Kelly joins Yvette and Rasha for a magical deep dive into the stars. From emotional birth chart readings to uncovering the mystical legacy of their late mother, this heartfelt conversation explores fate, family, and the eternal flame that keeps us connected. For a full list of sources, please visit: sosupernaturalpodcast.…

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October 28,2025 53:52

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Episode 158: The Transformation of Hunting in the Modern South with Dr. Julia Brock 1:02:48

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Today Dr. Julia Brock joins in to talk about how hunting transformed and was transformed by the Modern South. We talk about dimensions of race, class, and sex and how they informed land stewarship and environmental conservation in the early twentieth century and how those changes affect us today. About our guest: Dr. Julia Brock is Associate Profes…

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THE LA DODGERS REPEAT!!!! THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS CELEBRATE THE BUOYS OF SUMMER WITH OUR MUSICAL TRIBUTE TO BASEBALL! 15:58

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In the mood for some baseball? Of course you are; it’s still our national pastime, after all, despite the threat of encroachment by football, soccer, basketball, Nascar and Monster Trucks. And now that the innovation of the pitch clock has trimmed down the times of games, it’s a little more dynamic than it used to be back in those lazy, hazy, crazy…

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SPRINGSTEEN: DELIVER ME FROM NOWHERE - THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS OFFER A REVIEW OF THE FILM ALONG WITH TUNES THAT ACKNOWLEDGE THE BOSS'S INFLUENCE AND INFLUENCES, WITH PETE SEEGER AND RYAN ADAMS. 10:47

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Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere is one of the best depictions of the creative process that I’ve ever seen, exploring where an artist’s ideas come from: those sources, personal and environmental that are processed via one’s family history, dreams, desires - and are then delivered through said artist’s private relationship with their tools - (in…

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HAUNTED: San Pedro Poltergeist 45:43

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In the late 1980s, a woman named Jackie Hernandez experienced poltergeist activity in her home in San Pedro, California. But it went beyond the traditional haunting when one of the spirits tried to hang someone in her home. Eventually, Jackie learned the identity of the spirits—and supposedly why they were so eager for revenge—though the hauntings …

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Episode 157: WWII Movies through Time with Dr. John McManus 1:27:29

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This week Dr. John McManus joins in to talk about how WWII films have evolved over time, including our picks for best and worst movies ever made about the war. About our guest: John C. McManus is Curators’ Distinguished Professor of U.S. military history at the Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T). This professorship is best…

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October 21, 2025 53:45

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Episode 156: Dr. Kevin Gannon 1:24:08

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This week my friend Kevin Gannon drops in to talk about his career in history education, how education has changed, what to do about A.I., and the role of social media as a scholar. This is a cool conversation with one of the coolest dudes I know. About our guest: Dr. Kevin Gannon is the Director of the Center for the Advancement of Faculty Excelle…

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LEGEND: Bloody Mary 43:09

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If you say her name three times into a mirror in a dark room—legend says Bloody Mary will appear and haunt you forever. But have you ever wondered where the sleepover game came from? History suggests the game is more than just an urban legend and might be rooted in terrifying truths… For a full list of sources, please visit: sosupernaturalpodcast.c…

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Episode 155: 13 Days, the Cuban Missile Crisis, and the Fate of the Americas with Renata Keller 1:06:36

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For 13 days beginning on October 16, 1962 the world teetered on total nuclear destruction. Today, Dr. Renata Keller joins in to talk about the Cuban Missile Crisis, how it is depicted in the film 13 Days, and how the events played out in Latin America. This is a deep dive into arguably the most consequential two weeks in world history. About our gu…

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October 14, 2025 53:49

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THEY'RE BACK!!! A DIG THIS HALLOWEEN SPECIAL- "IF YOU HAVE GHOSTS"- THE ROKY ERICKSON ICING ON YOUR HALLOWED CUPCAKE OF TERROR! FEAR, FUN AND ROCKIN' ANCIENT HISTORY FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY FEATURING BILL ... 10:19

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IT IS TIME TO WALK WITH THE ZOMBIES! ' WELCOME TO THE PORTAL NO ONE LEAVES ALIVE. HALLOWEEN IS UPON US, AND WHAT BETTER WAY TO CELEBRATE THIS TERRIFYING TRADITION THAN A "DIG THIS" JOURNEY INTO THE THE NIGHT OF THE VAMPIRE. YOU WILL BE TRANSPORTED AND EDUCATED WITH DELIGHTFUL DREAD AS WE VISIT THE TALE OF ROCK AND REAPER ICON ROKY ERICKSON, A BRIEF…

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Episode 154: Comanche Nation Chairman Forrest Tahdooahnippah 1:10:02

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Comanche Chairman Forrest Tahdooahnippah joins in to talk about Comanche history, culture, and so much more. We had a chance to talk about the legal relationships between Tribal nations and the United States, the importance of language preservation, what it’s like to lead a Tribe, thoughts on how Comanche people have been portrayed on film, and how…

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ALIEN: The Wow! Signal 38:29

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In 1977, Ohio State University's Big Ear radio telescope detected an unusually strong signal from outer space. It lasted 72 seconds. And because it was sent on a specific frequency, scientists wondered if the signal was deliberately transmitted from an intelligent source. Since then, the Wow! Signal has not been repeated—but scientists have discove…

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THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENT "DOUBLE TROUBLE"- CULTURAL APPROPRIATION WITH PETER LA FARGE AND JOHNNY CASH. DOUBLE DOWN!! 10:50

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This nation’s troubled history with Manifest Destiny will continue to haunt us for some time. Throughout the decades some Native voices have emerged and contributed to the ongoing cultural conversation: most recently on the Broadway stage, on film, and television, and this awareness might move us towards some, if not restitution for atrocities past…

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Episode 153: Notting Hill with Kate Sheppard and Colin Colbourn 1:46:12

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This week Kate Sheppard and Colin Colbourn return to ask if Notting Hill is the greatest romcom of its generation. About our guests: Dr. Kathleen Sheppard earned her PhD in History of Science from the University of Oklahoma in 2010. After a post-doctoral teaching fellowship at the American University in Cairo, she arrived at Missouri S&T in the fal…

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October 7, 2025 53:35

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