Slavery
Discover key takeaways from 20 podcast episodes about this topic.
"America, U.S.A.": Eddie Glaude on the 250th Anniv., Race & "Madness at the Heart of the Country"
Professor Eddie Glaude Jr. argues that as America approaches its 250th anniversary, it must confront its foundational contradiction: the simultaneous pursuit of freedom and maintenance of a white republic, which has led to recurring cycles of 'madness' and historical amnesia.
4 True Scary Stories about Families with Dark Pasts
Explore four chilling accounts of families whose present-day lives are haunted by the dark, often violent, and hidden histories of their ancestors.
Recording Families with Dark Pasts Stories!
Uncover four chilling tales of families whose generational wealth and dark secrets are rooted in historical atrocities, from Native American massacres and brutal slavery to calculated murders and the stoning of a rebellious son, interspersed with the host's provocative commentary on modern societal issues.
Trump Is Hijacking America’s 250th Birthday (w/ Kevin Levin) | Bulwark on Sunday
Historian Kevin Levin details how the Trump administration is systematically attempting to redefine America's 250th anniversary, pushing a 'comforting narrative' that suppresses critical historical understanding and demonizes institutions like the National Park Service.
Juneteenth 2026. Self-Determination, Black Liberation & the Freedom We Still Fight For. #RMU
This episode unpacks Juneteenth's complex history, its role as a catalyst for Black self-determination, and the ongoing fight for economic and social liberation, urging a shift from mere celebration to strategic action and narrative control.
Historian Dr. Gerald Horne talks Juneteenth, the Texas counter-revolution and fascism
Dr. Gerald Horne exposes the hidden history of Texas's origins in slavery and its enduring link to modern American conservatism and the suppression of Black history.
JD Vance Doesn't Understand the Constitution
Ben Rhodes' new book, "All We Say," explores 250 years of American identity through pivotal speeches, revealing the persistent ideological battle over the nation's core values.
Past Presidents Thomas Jefferson and Ronald Reagan - Megyn's History Mega-Episode
This mega-episode explores the complex legacies of Thomas Jefferson, from his intellectual prowess and role in founding America to the moral paradox of his slave ownership, and details the minute-by-minute FBI response to the 1981 assassination attempt on Ronald Reagan, revealing the profound shifts in presidential security and law enforcement culture.
Our Minds Were Always Free. The Fight to Reclaim Black Creativity #TheBlackTable
Attorney Lisa Davis unpacks centuries of Black creativity, revealing how it was systematically exploited and the ongoing fight for Black artists and innovators to reclaim ownership and profit from their intellectual labor.
Our Minds Were Always Free. The Fight to Reclaim Black Creativity #TheBlackTable
Attorney Lisa Davis unpacks the systemic exploitation of Black intellectual property and creative genius throughout American history, from slavery to the AI era, and highlights the ongoing fight for ownership and control.
Black Jurors Removed From Jury. Betty Shelby Suit. Crump Probes Sheriffs. Black Girl Playground
This episode unpacks critical legal battles concerning racial bias in the justice system, offers a deep dive into the complex history of US political parties and Black Americans, and highlights a community initiative fostering joy and connection among Black women.
“The Free and the Dead”: Black Seminole Chief Defies U.S. in Forgotten War
Uncover the untold history of the Black Seminoles, their powerful alliance with Native American tribes, and their decades-long defiance against U.S. colonial aggression in Florida.
Afroman Wins Lawsuit. Government Shutdown Airpot Closures. Staten Island Black Angels |#TheBreakdown
This episode unpacks Afroman's landmark free speech victory, the financial battle of a Black-owned whiskey brand, the impact of a government shutdown on TSA, and the forgotten history of Black nurses who revolutionized tuberculosis treatment.
Afroman Wins Lawsuit. Government Shutdown Airpot Closures. Staten Island Black Angels |#TheBreakdown
This episode unpacks Afroman's landmark free speech victory, the political maneuvering around a government shutdown impacting TSA, and the historical fight for recognition by the 'Black Angels' nurses and descendants of enslaved people.
Black Voters Targeted With Misleading Mailers. Trump’s SAVE Act. Justin Pearson Calls Out GOP
Roland Martin exposes deceptive political tactics, from misleading mailers targeting Black voters in Virginia to Trump's 'Save America Act' and Republican attempts to whitewash history, all while advocating for Black political power.
Black Voters Targeted With Misleading Mailers. Trump’s SAVE Act. Justin Pearson Calls Out GOP
This episode exposes multiple fronts of voter suppression and historical revisionism, from misleading mailers targeting Black voters in Virginia to legislative efforts to restrict voting rights and whitewash American history in Tennessee.
THEY KILLED THEM | Timcast IRL #1457 w/Jay Dyer & Jake Botch
Timcast and guests dissect geopolitical tensions, media bias, and cultural decay, arguing that leftist ideologies are actively undermining American society and its foundational principles.
PBS News Hour full episode, Feb. 25, 2026
This episode dissects President Trump's record-long State of the Union, fact-checking his economic and immigration claims, scrutinizes the controversial Surgeon General nominee, and explores Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear's strategy for Democratic success in a red state, alongside a historian's view on America's founding contradictions.
CNN Panel LOSES IT After Pro-Trump Businessman Dropping BRUTAL REALITY CHECK On DERANGED Liberals!
This episode dissects a contentious CNN panel where a conservative businessman's 'truth bomb' about liberal panelists' 'insanity' sparked outrage and exposed perceived media bias.
The Real Reason Lincoln Was Hated Before He Ended Slavery | Presidents Series | Glenn Beck
Before he was revered for ending slavery, Abraham Lincoln was a deeply unpopular, one-term congressman whose life was threatened even before his inauguration, revealing a complex leader driven by a desperate need to preserve the Union.
