Historian's Take
In each episode, our favorite historians and their friends give their take on a piece of pop culture to add context and perspective to our favorite media. We’ll unpack an iconic moment or phenomenon in movies, music, television, and more, from show business’s love of Blaccent to deep cuts from our favorite childhood cartoons.
Featured Videos
What Is Blaccent And Why Do People Keep Using It?
Ep1 | 9m 41s
What Is The Asian Himbo And Why Is This Character So Popular
Ep3 | 10m 30s
Why Kate Bush’s Viral Success is Radical
Ep9 | 9m 49s
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The Real History of the Partition in Ms. Marvel
Ep10 | 9m 29s
Why Kate Bush’s Viral Success is Radical
Ep9 | 9m 49s
The Surprising Origins of Vampires
Ep8 | 8m 34s
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