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Fabric of History

Bill of Rights Institute

42 episodes

9 months ago

Although Theodore Roosevelt’s energetic personality is remembered today by most Americans as almost larger than life, who really was Roosevelt the person, not the legend? In our last episode of Season 5, Mary and Kirk are joined by Tony Williams, BRI Senior Teaching Fellow, to explore Roosevelt’s personal and professional life and what it is about him that continues to fascinate us today. How did Roosevelt overcome the death of both his wife and daughter by traveling west? What is his legacy ...

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Although Theodore Roosevelt’s energetic personality is remembered today by most Americans as almost larger than life, who really was Roosevelt the person, not the legend? In our last episode of Season 5, Mary and Kirk are joined by Tony Williams, BRI Senior Teaching Fellow, to explore Roosevelt’s personal and professional life and what it is about him that continues to fascinate us today. How did Roosevelt overcome the death of both his wife and daughter by traveling west? What is his legacy ...

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Fabric of History

The Life and Legacy of Theodore Roosevelt

Although Theodore Roosevelt’s energetic personality is remembered today by most Americans as almost larger than life, who really was Roosevelt the person, not the legend? In our last episode of Season 5, Mary and Kirk are joined by Tony Williams, BRI Senior Teaching Fellow, to explore Roosevelt’s personal and professional life and what it is about him that continues to fascinate us today. How did Roosevelt overcome the death of both his wife and daughter by traveling west? What is his legacy ...

3 years ago

40 minutes

Fabric of History

The Spell of a Good Story: Harry Potter's Magical Universe

As Emma Watson says in the HBO special “Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts,” “there’s something about Harry Potter that makes life richer.” In this episode of Fabric of History, Mary, Kirk, and Haley explore the meaning of this phrase and why Harry Potter has had such a lasting impact on so many people’s lives. What is it about the human themes set in a magical world that makes the series and the way we engage with it so unique? View Our Episode Page for Additional R...

3 years ago

31 minutes

Fabric of History

The Oregon Trail: The Game vs. Reality

What happens when a pop culture depiction of history is better known than the history itself? The well-known Oregon Trail computer game created in the 1970s brings players on a tumultuous journey from Independence, Missouri to Oregon City, Oregon in the mid-1800s, but how accurate to history is it? In this special episode of Fabric of History, Mary is joined by Dr. Andrew Fisher, author and Associate Professor of History at the College of William and Mary, to shed light on how accurate the ga...

3 years ago

44 minutes

Fabric of History

Was the Revolutionary War America's First Civil War?

As an American in the 21st century, it’s incredibly easy to look back on the Revolutionary War and joke about the "redcoats," but would you really have been a patriot if you lived at that time? In a special episode of Fabric of History, Mary is joined by Dr. Rebecca Brannon, Associate Professor of History and Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies at James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia, and author of "From Revolution to Reunion: The Reintegration of the South Carolina Loyalists," to...

3 years ago

49 minutes

Fabric of History

What Are NFTs and How Can They Impact Our Lives?

Question: What do a piece of art, a medical record, and a top 40 song have in common? Answer: They can all be NFTs. In this episode, Mary, Kirk, and Haley, break down what exactly NFTs, or non-fungible tokens are, and their real-life applications outside of enthusiast communities. Why are NFTs so revolutionary, and how are they changing concepts of ownership and social interaction?View our episode page for additional resources!https://billofrightsinstitute.org/podcasts/what-are-nfts-and-how-c...

3 years ago

29 minutes

Fabric of History

Hollywood: The Origins, the Image, & the Legacy

What is Hollywood to you? Is it watching a movie that transports you to another world, a tabloid full of colorful celebrity stories, or the larger-than-life neighborhood in Los Angeles? In this episode of Fabric of History, Mary, Kirk, and Haley go back to the very beginning of show business in the once sleepy backwater of California to discover why Hollywood has endured and thrived in American culture.View our episode page for additional resources!https://billofrightsinstitute.org/podcasts/h...

3 years ago

31 minutes

Fabric of History

The Highest Court in the Land: How Has the Supreme Court Evolved Through History?

It’s uncommon to look at the front page of any newspaper and not see an article about impending Supreme Court nominations and debates. But was this always the case? Were proceedings of the Supreme Court as publicized throughout American history as they are now? In this week’s episode of Fabric of History, Mary, Kirk, and Haley explore what the Constitution actually says about the Supreme Court and how history has interpreted and evolved its role ever since.View our episode page for additional...

3 years ago

32 minutes

Fabric of History

Lawless Piracy & the Struggle for Power in North America

Lawless bandits, high sea adventure, and buried treasure! When we dress up as pirates on Halloween, do our humorous sayings and elaborate costumes bear any resemblance to the real pirates that once terrorized North America? In this episode of Fabric of History, Mary, Kirk, and Haley discuss piracy's rise and fall in the Mediterranean and American Colonies, Blackbeard’s fierce tactics, pirate havens, and more. Why did so many choose this rough life and why do we romanticize pirates today?View ...

3 years ago

36 minutes

Fabric of History

Remembering Gary Colletti

BRI Staff share their memories of Gary Colletti, cherished friend and colleague, who passed away on November 5, 2021.In Memory of Gary Colletti 1975-2021 : https://billofrightsinstitute.org/in-memory-of-gary-collettiVisit our episode page for additional resources:https://billofrightsinstitute.org/podcasts/remembering-gary-colletti

3 years ago

27 minutes

Fabric of History

Lizzie Borden: The Murders, the Trial, & the Media Frenzy

Lizzie Borden, the famous woman from Fall River, Massachusetts, who went to trial for brutally murdering her father and step-mother, was acquitted, so why does the age-old rhyme vividly describe her wielding an ax, and why do so many of us believe she did it? In this episode, Mary, Kirk, and Haley break down the facts of the murders and explore why a century-old case captures our imagination in such a profound way. Why did the trial create a media frenzy across the country and bring a city to...

3 years ago

36 minutes

Fabric of History

Take Me Out to the Ball Game! How Does Baseball Mirror History?

Baseball has always been a central part of American culture, but did you know that it has an integral part in American history as well? From civil rights to globalization, elements of baseball have mirrored and even led these movements through time. Today, Mary is joined by Adam Cushing, BRI's COO and self-proclaimed baseball aficionado, and Dr. Vincent Cannato, professor of history at the University of Massachusetts, Boston, to discuss some of the most important movements reflected in baseba...

3 years ago

25 minutes

Fabric of History

What's the Significance of the First Thanksgiving Today?

How much of the Pilgrims' story is a myth, and what exactly is important to remember about the meal they shared with local Native Americans? Mary is joined by Tony and Kirk to delve into the Pilgrims' harrowing journey to Plymouth and first winter to understand and appreciate the larger themes of what we commemorate as Thanksgiving today.Visit our episode page for additional resources:https://billofrightsinstitute.org/podcasts/what-is-the-significance-of-the-first-thanksgiving-today

3 years ago

29 minutes

Fabric of History

How Do the Freemasons Fit into U.S. History?

We keep hearing about the Freemasons in pop culture movies and books, but how much do we actually know about how they fit into U.S. history? This episode, Gary and Haley are joined by Brad Kohanke, Freemason historian and author, to discuss insights on the Free Mason’s beliefs and values up through the present. Where do we see Masonic symbols around us, and what do they mean?Visit our episode page for additional resources:https://billofrightsinstitute.org/podcasts/how-do-the-freemasons-fit-in...

4 years ago

39 minutes

Fabric of History

Hero to Traitor: Benedict Arnold & Vice

They always say “learn from the past,” but looking at the vastness of history, this is a daunting task. This week, Gary is joined by guest Kirk Higgins, Director of Content, to look at the decisions of Benedict Arnold, a prominent American Revolutionary military hero who defected to the British side in 1780. How can looking at Arnold’s own virtues and vices teach us how we can make good decisions? Visit our episode page for additional resources:https://billofrightsinstitute.org/podcasts...

4 years ago

34 minutes

Fabric of History

Ghost Stories in American History

Do you believe in ghosts? To kick off season four with spirit, Mary and Gary examine some of America's most haunting tales—both fiction and nonfiction—to discover larger revelations about our own humanity. Ghosts, spirits, phantoms, and apparitions: why do they have such a prominent role in our past and present?Visit our episode page for additional resources:https://billofrightsinstitute.org/podcasts/ghost-stories-in-american-historyBRI's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/Bi...

4 years ago

27 minutes

Fabric of History

School, Students, & Speech: A Constitution Day Special w/ Civics 101's Nick Capodice

Do your rights end at the schoolhouse door? In a special episode of Fabric of History, Mary and Gary are joined by Nick Capodice, co-host and Education Outreach Producer for Civics 101, the podcast refresher course on the basics of how democracy works. What do the decisions of cases like Mahanoy Area School District v. B.L. teach us about the relationship between students’ rights and schools’ ability to enforce protocol? And what exactly is the difference between on-campus and off-campus spee...

4 years ago

27 minutes

Fabric of History

Why Is Leisure Time So Important?

They say all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy, and they are probably right. Join Gary, Eryn, and guest Kirk as they explore the many varieties of amusement Americans have enjoyed throughout the centuries, from Vaudeville to sports. What role does leisure time have in our everyday lives? Does amusement serve a grander purpose that affects other areas of our lives?Visit our episode page for additional resources:https://billofrightsinstitute.org/podcasts/why-is-leisure-time-so-importantBRI...

4 years ago

42 minutes

Fabric of History

Journalism: The First Draft of History

Is yesterday history? What about last week? At some point, the past eventually becomes history, but where exactly do we draw the line? Join Mary, Gary, Eryn, and special guest Matthew Housiaux, Reporter on the White House and State and Local Governments at The Kiplinger Letter, as they discuss the complex relationship between history and journalism. What does "good journalism" mean, and how does a diligent approach to consuming and recording current events help future historians?Kiplinger: ht...

4 years ago

29 minutes

Fabric of History

Spies: Good, Bad, or In-Between?

From James Bond to Jason Bourne, we are culturally obsessed with spies. But are our perceptions of American spies and intelligence agencies true to life? Join Mary, Eryn, and special guest Vince Houghton, Director of the National Cryptologic Museum and former Historian and Curator at the International Spy Museum, as they explore spying's evolution through American history. How do we ensure the intelligence community is responsible while also having the autonomy to do its job effectively?Visit...

4 years ago

45 minutes

Fabric of History

Ye Olde Publick House & Dialogue

If you lived around the time of the Revolutionary War, where would you go to stay informed? Odds are it would have been the local pub. Join Mary, Gary, and Eryn as they discuss the impacts pubs and other public gathering places had on American discourse. Why were these places so pivotal for the discussion of ideas? Where do Americans gather today for their discussions?Visit our episode page for additional resources:https://billofrightsinstitute.org/podcasts/ye-olde-publick-house-dialogueBRI's...

4 years ago

23 minutes