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Context
by Idaho Humanities Council
Presented by the Idaho Humanities Council, Context is our way of connecting you to experts, scholars, and ideas. Our goal is to help provide context on topics, both fun and serious, which shape the world we live in. We hope to strike the spark on your sense of exploration and discovery as you listen. Get involved at www.idahohumanities.orgThe views expressed by our speakers do not represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities or the IHC.
Episodes
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The Horror Film from Obama to Trump
Russell Meeuf from the University of Idaho joins Johanna this week to talk about his book White Terror: The Horror Film from Obama to Trump. He argues that horror films are a form of social and political critique for both conservatives and liberals and discusses how that was seen in the Obama era...
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The Legacy of Cecil D. Andrus
Johanna is thrilled to be joined by Dr. Emily Wakild from Boise State University to learn more about one of Idaho’s most beloved governors, and the last Democrat to serve as governor of Idaho, Cecil D. Andrus. Dr. Wakild is a professor of environmental studies and the Cecil D. Andrus Endowed…
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War. What is it good for?
Johanna interviews Kim Madsen Dill about the veteran’s literature class she teaches at the College of Southern Idaho, that was inspired by her father’s military service. Kim Madsen Dill has taught in the English Department at the College of Southern Idaho since 2004 and recently retired. She was...
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Sociology of a Pop Star: Taylor Swift
In March, Boise State sociology professor Dr. Sharon Paterson offered a workshop course about Taylor Swift. Learn about the sociology of a pop star as Johanna discusses the course with Dr. Paterson and students Sophie Pederson and Jazmyne Hartogh. Dr. Sharon Paterson’s 30-year career has been...
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The Big Give
This special episode of Context is dedicated to all of the families who have been impacted by organ donation. Johanna is joined by Heather Platts and Bruce Michael Miller, who perform together as the musical duo Crazy Love. Heather donated a kidney to Bruce and they produced an album of music to...
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The 51 Tunnels That Saved Twin Falls
Dr. Jim Gentry joins Johanna to talk about a little-known story from Twin Falls history that demonstrates the resilience of communities during booming or stressful times. Dr. Jim Gentry taught history at the College of Southern Idaho between 1969 and 2010. He completed his Ph.D. in History at the...
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Cultivating the Spirit of the Masses: How the Buenos Aires Zoo Shaped Society in Argentina
Johanna is joined by Dr. Ashley Kerr to learn about how the Buenos Aires Zoo was used to shape the debates around immigration, women’s rights, and labor unions in Argentina in the early 20th century. Ashley Kerr is an associate professor of Spanish and Latin American Studies. As an undergraduate,...
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It’s Her Story: Sacajawea
Randy’L Teton talks to Johanna about her new book It’s Her Story: Sacajawea and her special connection to this incredible heroine in Idaho history. Randy’L Teton – Randy’L is a member of the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes of Fort Hall, Idaho. In 1998, Randy’L was chosen as the Shoshone model for the US...
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Our High School Newspaper and Yearbook Matters in History
Dr. Caitlin Cieslik-Miskimen joins Johanna to talk about how valuable student newspapers and yearbooks are to study American history. Caitlin Cieslik-Miskimen is an assistant professor in the School of Journalism and Mass Media. She received her Ph.D. in Mass Communication and History from the...
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Honor and Integrity on the Playing Field and in Life
Sharon Stoll is an award-winning teacher and director of the Center for ETHICS at the University of Idaho. She discusses with Johanna the value of honor and integrity in athletics and how to teach moral reasoning. Dr. Sharon Stoll serves as the Director of the Center for ETHICS* at the University...
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How to Teach the Holocaust
John Poole from BYU-Idaho joins Johanna this week to talk about how he became an advocate of social justice in the classroom and how teaching about the Holocaust has inspired him. John Poole is a professor of English education at BYU-Idaho. Prior to that, he was a teacher and a principal at an...
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The Surprising History of Women’s Rights in Post War
Johanna is joined by European historian Dr. Alexandria Ruble from the University of Idaho to learn about the surprising history of women’s rights in Germany after World War II. Dr. Alexandria N. Ruble is an assistant professor of European history at the University of Idaho. She earned her Ph.D....
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The Continuum of Comics: Calvin & Hobbes, Maus, and Everything in Between
In this episode Johanna is joined by Dr. Matthew Levay from Idaho State University to discuss the history and value of comics and recommends some must-read favorites!
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Iceland’s Christmas Book Flood
In this episode, our guest is Kári Tulinius, an Icelandic poet and novelist. Join Johanna to learn about the unique literary culture of Iceland that culminates in a book flood every year at Christmas time.
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We Heart French Fries
Blake Lingle, founder and owner of Boise Fry Company and author of Fries!, An Illustrated Guide to the World’s Favorite Food teaches us everything we ever wanted to know about French fries! Including, why they are not really French! Watch the video here.
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Morrison Knudson & the Battle for Wake Island
Johanna and Dr. Rebecca Schwartz talk about a little-known area of World War II history in Idaho that significantly impacted Idaho families. * The Long Afterlife of Nikkei Wartime Incarceration by Karen Inouye is the correct title of a book referenced in this episode. Watch the video here.
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Christmas Movies and the Religious Dimensions of Story Structure
Johanna is joined by Dr. Russell P. Johnson from the University of Chicago Divinity School to talk about our favorite holiday films. Watch the video here.
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The Essential Hitchcock
Sir Alfred Hitchcock is arguably the most celebrated and admired film director in history. Dr. Douglas Cunningham joins Johanna to talk about the essential Hitchcock films everyone needs to watch and what we learn about ourselves through his work.
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Bringing War Home
Join us for this episode to learn about the remarkable project co-directed by our guests that is working to preserve wartime stories, experiences, and objects to help communities connect with the history of war.
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Understanding the Public Lands: Federal Land Management Agencies and the Lands They Manage
In this episode, Dr. Sara Dant explains the history of how we use public lands in the West and how federal land management agencies have stewarded those lands for the public. Dr. Dant’s presentation can best be viewed on YouTube and is geared toward students and teachers. Watch on YouTube here.
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Re-storying Idaho with the Healing Power of Hope
I am blooming from the wound where I once bled. –Rumi Idaho is fraught rich with stories of loss hope. Stories of failure resilience. Stories of doubt belief in a better future. Some of those stories are often repeated and some have not yet been told. It’s time to revisit our narratives from the...
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The Blue Humanities
Dr. McMillin shares his presentation on the Blue Humanities, which he gave at the IHC Summer Teacher Institute, An Environment of Hope, with our listeners. In this session, participants will be introduced to the “blue humanities,” with particular focus on rivers and literature. There are three…
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Vampires are Cool Again
Join Johanna and Rachel Stewart, Vampire Scholar, to talk about the history of vampires in literature, TV, and film. They also discuss how women have played a central role in the fate of vampires in popular media.
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The History and Future of Public Schools
Dr. Johann Neemfrom Western Washington University joins Johanna in this episode to talk about the history of American public schools and the wrestle they are facing today about how to teach our nation’s history.
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The Black History Research Lab at the University of Idaho
Dr. Sydney Freeman, Jr. from the University of Idaho joins Johanna to talk about the Black History Research Lab and the important work he is performing as a memory keeper.
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Idaho Storyteller Arlie Sommer
Arlie Sommer makes media art about and for Idahoans, exploring this place and the people who make Idaho unique. She joins us to talk about her latest project, a short documentary about an “Idaho Babe.” Watch on YouTube here.
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Intro to Global Jewish History
Dr. Nick Underwood, a professor of historian modern Jewish and European history from the College of Idaho joins us to talk about the essentials of Jewish history, antisemitism, Idaho’s Jewish history, and the value to all Idahoans of our religious diversity. Watch on YouTube here.
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Humanities and Cultural Studies at BSU
Dr. Gautam Basu Thakur is the director of the critical theory minor at Boise State University and chair of a new department and major- Humanities and Cultural Studies. He joins us to talk about this new program and the value of applying critical theory to literature. Watch on YouTube here.
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Our Jane Austen Obsession
Dr. Ann Campbell, a professor of English Literature from Boise State University, joins us to talk about why Jane Austen is the author of our go-to comfort reading and viewing, despite publishing only 6 novels over 200 years ago. Watch on YouTube here.
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Pioneering the History of Iranian Dance
Historian Dr. Ida Meftahi, from Boise State University, joins us in a fascinating conversation about her pioneering work in documenting the history of Iranian Dance and her personal journey as a dancer, scholar, and educator.
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Rethinking the History of Abolition in the U.S. PT 2
Join Marie Stango, Assistant Professor - 18th- and 19th-Century U.S.; Women, Gender, and Sexuality; African American and African Diaspora studies at Idaho State University in a talk about the multiple facets of Abolition in the U.S. Watch the video here.
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Rethinking the History of Abolition in the U.S. PT 1
Join Marie Stango, Assistant Professor - 18th- and 19th-Century U.S.; Women, Gender, and Sexuality; African American and African Diaspora studies at Idaho State University in a talk about the multiple facets of Abolition in the U.S. Watch the video here.
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African Americans in Gold Rush California PT 2
Join Susan Anderson, History Curator at the California African American Museum as she walks us through gold rush California. She will look at this time period in California history through the lens of African Americans and their stories. Watch the video here.
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African Americans in Gold Rush California PT 1
Join Susan Anderson, History Curator at the California African American Museum as she walks us through gold rush California. She will look at this time period in California history through the lens of African Americans and their stories. Watch the video here.
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Making History: An Idaho Story
Join Dr. Becca Scofield as she shares her family's story in Idaho. Throughout the story, Dr. Scofield shines a light on the overlapping experiences a place can hold. Dr. Scofield's email is [email protected] Watch the video here.
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Making History
Join Dr. Becca Scofield from University of Idaho as she discussed how history is collected, told, and organized. She also explores the pitfalls of these processes, including how to navigate nuances in the tapestry of history. Dr. Scofields email is [email protected] Watch the video here.
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Pushed Out PT 2
A small town weighs the economic compromises of growth in the Rocky Mountain West. Dr. Ryanne Pilgeram from University of Idaho joins us to discuss her book on Dover, Idaho titled "Pushed Out." What happens to rural communities when their traditional economic base collapses? When new money comes...
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Pushed Out PT 1
A small town weighs the economic compromises of growth in the Rocky Mountain West. Dr. Ryanne Pilgeram from University of Idaho joins us to discuss her book on Dover, Idaho titled "Pushed Out." What happens to rural communities when their traditional economic base collapses? When new money comes...
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Third Parties
Join Dr. Markie McBrayer from University of Idaho as she discusses the history of third parties in the United States' two-party system. Watch the video here.
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Political Parties
Join Dr. Markie McBrayer as she explores political party systems through US history. This includes shifts in party values, names, and structures. Watch the video here.
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The American Dream PT 2
Celebrity historian Raffi Andonian explores the history of the American dream from the founding of the US to present day through people, art, and objects. watch the video here. Links to other presentations, books, and more by Raffi Andonian:...
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The American Dream PT 1
Celebrity historian Raffi Andonian explores the history of the American dream from the founding of the US to present day through people, art, and objects. watch the video here. Links to other presentations, books, and more by Raffi Andonian:...
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An Afro-Indigenous History of the United States PT 2
Kyle T Mays, Assistant Professor of African American Studies, American Indian Studies, and History at UCLA, joins us to provide context on Afro-Indigenous History of the United States with a focus on the Black Power and Red Power movements. Purchase “An Afro-Indigenous History of the United…
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An Afro-Indigenous History of the United States PT 1
Kyle T Mays, Assistant Professor of African American Studies, American Indian Studies, and History at UCLA, joins us to provide context on Afro-Indigenous History of the United States with a focus on the Black Power and Red Power movements. Purchase “An Afro-Indigenous History of the United…
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The American Landscape PT 2
Adam Sowards, Professor Emeritus at the University of Idaho, joins us to provide context on the American Landscape through four laws, two places, and two people. Watch the video here.
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The American Landscape PT 1
Adam Sowards, Professor Emeritus at the University of Idaho, joins us to provide context on the American Landscape through four laws, two places, and two people. Watch the video here.
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Introducing Context
Some changed have been made to our Connected Conversations program thanks to the feedback of our listeners. We feel Context better reflects the goal, mission, and purpose of this program. We hope you enjoy, and don't forget to follow and give us a five-star rating wherever you listen! Feel free…
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S3E19 Myths & Heroes: Challenging the Narratives of Native American History Part 3
This three-part series presented by Dr. Liz Redd of Idaho State University will help listeners: 1) articulate pervasive myths and stereotypes of native American peoples often perpetuated in mainstream education/society 2) reframe discussions to dispel common misconceptions about Native American...
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S3E18 Myths & Heroes: Challenging the Narratives of Native American History Part 2
This three-part series presented by Dr. Liz Redd of Idaho State University will help listeners: 1) articulate pervasive myths and stereotypes of native American peoples often perpetuated in mainstream education/society 2) reframe discussions to dispel common misconceptions about Native American...
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S3E17 Myths & Heroes: Challenging the Narratives of Native American History Part 1
This three-part series presented by Dr. Liz Redd of Idaho State University will help listeners: 1) articulate pervasive myths and stereotypes of native American peoples often perpetuated in mainstream education/society 2) reframe discussions to dispel common misconceptions about Native American...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Presented by the Idaho Humanities Council, Context is our way of connecting you to experts, scholars, and ideas. Our goal is to help provide context on topics, both fun and serious, which shape the world we live in. We hope to strike the spark on your sense of exploration and discovery as you listen. Get involved at www.idahohumanities.orgThe views expressed by our speakers do not represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities or the IHC.
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