History
Watergate, 50 years later: essential listening on the political scandal and its aftermath
To commemorate and reflect upon the 50th anniversary of this infamous moment in United States history, here are 12 essential listens about Nixon, Watergate, and everything else you need to know.
Understanding Extremism and the Radicalizing Power of Social Media
Reporter Max Kutner provides context as racist conspiracy theories continue to escalate domestic terrorism in the United States.
Why riot grrrl still matters
Celebrate Women's History Month by amping up the volume on these listens about '90s punk’s feminist revolution.
10 History Listens to Shed Light on the War on Ukraine
Our history editor shares her top recommendations for a deeper understanding of Ukraine, Russia, and Soviet history.
Two Decades of Black History History
Our history editor selects pivotal listens from Black historians, journalists, and scholars that have enriched our understanding of Black History Month in recent years.
10 Audiobooks to Listen to on the Day of Remembrance
The internment of Japanese Americans is a grim and deplorable chapter in the history of the United States—one we must never forget. As we reflect and remember as a nation this February 19, these listens offer a way to honor the survivors and learn from the past.
Moving Listens About the AIDS Epidemic
Here are a few of the most informative and thought-provoking audiobooks and podcasts about the history and impact of the AIDS epidemic.
Get Acquainted with Presidents and Thinkers Alike with These Essential Leadership Listens
Presidents' Day is the perfect time to learn more about some of the political leaders who left their mark on America's history. This collection of bios and memoirs is a great place to start.
“South to America” journeys to the heart of the nation
Professor, scholar, and author Imani Perry highlights the submerged connections every American has to the largest region of the United States: the South.
Quick Listens About Never-ending Wars
War is hell... but war audiobooks don't have to be! Our history editor curates a list of snappy, engaging listens about conflicts that were anything but.
Lauren Groff Brings a Modern Twist to 12th-Century Nuns
The author of 'Fates and Furies' moves in a completely new direction with 'Matrix,' a bold and unexpected historical drama set in an English monastery with France's first female poet, Marie de France, at its center.