Sinclair Broadcasting, Tony Robbins, and Early Admissions
Past Present Episode 126
In this episode, Niki, Neil, and Natalia debate the rise of Sinclair Broadcasting, life coach Tony Robbins’ dismissal of the #MeToo movement, and the fraught history of college early admissions.
Roseanne, NFL Cheerleaders, and Instant Pot
Past Present Episode 125
In this episode, Natalia, Niki, and Neil debate the return of the television series Roseanne, the unfair treatment of NFL cheerleaders, and the sudden popularity of the Instant Pot.
Stormy Daniels
Past Present Bonus Episode 5
In this week’s episode, Niki and Natalia debate the Stormy Daniels scandal.
Cambridge Analytica, the Austin Serial Bomber, and Stanford’s “Manel”
Past Present Episode 124
In this week’s episode, Neil, Natalia, and Niki debate the historical significance of Cambridge Analytica and its relationship with Facebook, a serial bomber in Austin, and an all-white, all-male history conference at Stanford.
Democratic Crisis and the Politics of Social Media
Claire Potter on her upcoming Democracy & Diversity Institute course
Rex Tillerson, Women’s Obituaries, and National Geographic
Past Present Episode 123
In this episode, Niki, Natalia, and Neil debate Donald Trump’s firing of Rex Tillerson, the New York Times publishing obituaries for women it overlooked historically, and National Geographic’s self-study of its past racist coverage.
Trump’s Tariffs, Weight Watchers for Teenagers, Disneyland Workers
Past Present Episode 122
In this episode, Natalia, Neil, and Niki debate President Trump’s proposed tariffs, Weight Watchers’ bid for teenage dieters, and Disneyland’s underpaid workers.
Billy Graham, High School Activism, and Teachers’ Strikes
Past Present Episode 121
In this episode, Neil, Natalia, and Niki debate the life and ministry of Billy Graham, youth activism after the Parkland shootings, and the West Virginia teachers’ strike.