Make History Dope Again

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In this episode, Ethan explores the Precolumbian world of indigenous America. Dive into an America untouched by European colonization and discover the complexity of native civilizations before 1492.

WARNING: Content in this episode may be considered inappropriate or disturbing for some audiences. In this episode of American Canon, Ethan delivers a reading and commentary on "Brief Account on the Devastation of the Indies" by 16th-century Spanish priest Bartolome De Las Casas.

In this episode of the American Canon, Andrew outlines the columbian exchange and its giant impact on world cultures, people and goods.

In this episode Ethan, Andrew & Jonathan outline the big picture of the Americas before and during European conquest.

In this episode #0 Andrew outlines the goals of American Canon to bring you the moments, context, words and people of American History in a dynamic bite-sized package.

In this final part of a 4 part saga, the MHDA boys examine the legacy of Henry Roe Cloud, and his self Determination focused school.

In Part three of our series on Native Educator and reformer Henry Roe Cloud, the MHDa Boys examine his Wichita, Ks based school, the American Indian Institute.

In this part two episode of a series dedicated the telling the hidden story of the American Indian Institute, Jonathan and the MHDA boys explore the early life and education of Henry Roe Cloud, a Native American educator/reformer.

In this part 1 of a 3 part series, Jonathan provides the context around a little known Wichita, Kansas based Native American Boarding school focused on self-determination, The American Indian Institute.

In this episode MHDA examines the validity of the Kansas' widely taught role as a free state for black Americans .

In this episode Jonathan explores the development and legacy of Nicodemus, Kansas.

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In this Fireside chat, Ethan, Andrew and Jonathan chat about recent changes in and out of the classroom, Jonathan's work on a Wichita Native American Boarding School & Quakers.

In this second episode  of this mini series the MHDA boys tell the story of Ike Eisenhower his role in turning point in 19th century civil rights movement, the showdown in Little Rock, Arkansas over school integration known now as the Little Rock Crisis.

In this episode Jonathan, Ethan and Andrew examine the life and presidency Dwight Eisenhower and his legacy on Civil Rights. 

In this Brief Fireside Chat the MHDA boys share what's going on in their lives and how teaching history in the climate of 2022 has gone. 

Jonathan and Andrew sit down with two local high school teachers and former classmates. Stay safe, Stay sane & Live the Revolution!

This part 4 of our school integration legacy we examine the community reaction to school integration and its legacy today. Stay safe, stay sane, live the Revolution!

In the third part of this series we examine tension rising over enduring school de facto segregation and a federal investigation into Wichita's school system, with millions of dollars at stake. Stay safe, stay sane, and live the Revolution!

In this second part of the mini series we examine Wichita public Schools from their inception, from integration to segregation to early de facto segregation. Stay Safe, Stay Sane and Live the Revolution!

In this first episode of a mini-series dedicated to telling the forgotten story of School Integration in Wichita, Kansas We examine the historical context surrounding Wichita and it’s difficult legacy of racial segregation.

In this fireside chat at the local research library, Jonathan, Ethan and Andrew discuss recent projects, the importance of Local History and the importance of taking breaks. 

In this final installment of the the John Brown Mini- Series Ethan, Jonathan and Andrew explore the historic memory of John Brown since his life. 

In this second of a three part series, Jonathan and Andrew explore John Brown's infamous run from Federal troops leading to his fateful raid of Harpers Ferry. 

In this the first part of our continuing Kansas Krusaders series, Ethan, Andrew and Jonathan examine the early life and abolition of John Brown in the Antebellum period. 

In this part two of the Kansas Krusaders mini series Andrew, Jonathan and Ethan examine the historical memory of Carrie Nation during and since her lifetime. 

In this first episode of a mini series, Kansas Krusaders, Jonathan, Ethan and Andrew explore the life and exploits of the Temperance Activist Carrie Nation. 

In this episode, a prelude to the upcoming Kansas Krusaders series Jonathan & Andrew introduce the field of Historiography and why it matters #MHDA

In this QuickTake episode, Jonathan explores the context behind the "Lost Cause" myth and its victory over the historical memory of the American Civil War through the current debates surrounding the removal of Confederate Monuments. 

In this Episode Andrew Examines the legacy of Jim Crow in today's America. 

In this Quicktake episode, Ethan helps to "connect dots" between the developing racial theologies of the Atlantic colonial period. Here at MHDA, we believe that a historical study of religion, race, art, and culture, in general, is vital to a proper understanding of history. We hope this episode will help you come to a better understanding of the racial and religious systems of colonial America and spur you to continue your own study. Thank you for listening and making history dope again.

Ethan, Andrew and Jonathan examine the Roots and Legacy of American Nativism. Thanks for keeping history dope.

In this fireside chat Jonathan, Ethan & Andrew talk Millard Fillmore, Elementary Social Studies & The Role of History Education in today's polarized society 

In this episode Jonathan and Andrew explore the Legacy and Memory of the Haitian Revolution in the United States.

In this episode Jonathan and Andrew explore the roots of the Haitian Revolution.

In this episode, Andrew and Ethan discuss the 1964 book by Martin Luther King Jr. titled "Why We Can't Wait". Without going too deep, or at least trying not to, the guys summarize the book and explain it's historical significance.

In this Fireside Chat podcast boys sit down with fellow educator, writer, & fervent film fan Ashton Pacholski. Ashton's collection of Poems & short stories, Seasons, is available in local bookstores & on Amazon.com. Thank you for listening and for helping us keep history dope!

In this part two of the series the MHDA crew examine Kennedy’s 1960 presidential campaign and 3 years in office through the lens of his hidden ill health.

In this part one of a two part series Ethan, Jonathan and Andrew Examine the Early life and Political Career of John F. Kennedy through the lens of his hidden Ill health. Stay tune for part two where we examine his health while a presidential candidate and POTUS. Like what you hear? Leave us a review and tell a friend about the podcast!  Stay Safe, Stay Sane and Live the Revolution!

In this Quiktake episode, Ethan discusses an important concept behind the MHDA podcast; deconstructing American Exceptionalism. Listen as Ethan breaks down what the term means, and how it has been communicated through the traditional narrative of the American Revolution. Significant historians like Gordon S. Wood, Rosemarie Zagarri, and Alan Taylor are referenced to helping deconstruct this concept of American Exceptionalism. Check it out, and thank you for helping make history dope again!

In the this final quicktake of Presidents Vs. the Press Jonathan and Andrew examine the media relationship and legacy of Richard Nixon. 

In this episode Jonathan and Andrew examine the relationship of Lyndon B Johnson & the American Media.

In this second part episode Jonathan shares the alarming connection between Woodrow Wilson and the Revival of the Klu Klux Klan. Be sure to follow us on Instagram, facebook and twitter. All merch can be found at https://www.bonfire.com/store/make-history-dope-again/ Thanks for helping us keep history dope!

In this episode Jonathan shares the alarming connection between Woodrow Wilson and the Revival of the Klu Klux Klan. Be sure to follow us on Instagram, facebook and twitter. All merch can be found at https://www.bonfire.com/store/make-history-dope-again/ Thanks for helping us keep history dope!

In this episode Jonathan and Andrew examine the life and legacy of Franklin Roosevelt who harnessed the power the radio and his own knack for public persuasion to win over public and press alike. #makehistorydopeagain

In this episode Jonathan and Ethan continue the "Presidents vs. the Press" series, by looking at the presidency of Theodore Roosevelt and the precedents he set for the 20th-century relations between the media and the White House. 

In this QuickTake Andrew confronts the actions and legacy of Abraham Lincoln and his relationship with the American Media. Don’t forget to follow MHDA on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter and as always, thanks for helping us keep history dope!

In this QuickTake episode Jonathan and Andrew breakdown the whiplash of media relations between the John Adams and Thomas Jefferson Administrations. Don’t forget to follow MHDA on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter and as always, thanks for helping us keep history dope!