BlogMusic and Democracy: The Soundtrack
In our recent show, Music and Democracy, Charlie McGovern helps us trace the evolution of social change in America through popular songs by the likes of Nat King Cole, Percy …
BlogThe Victims of Racial Violence in Wise County
In our show “Reconstructing Danville,” we discuss the 1883 Danville Riot, and ways in which white southerners reasserted power after Reconstruction. This was done through laws, but also with the …
BlogReturning to Saigon
In our episode “Voices of Vietnam: A Lost Homeland,” we spent some time with the oral history of Kim Delevett, recorded by historian Jason Stewart and found within Texas Tech …
BlogTwo Songs from “American Terrorism”
In our American Terrorism show, we featured snippets from two well-known songs in the American musical canon. Here are both of these incredible recordings in full. “Precious Lord, Take My …
BlogAdvertising Justice in Colonial Virginia
In our “Unfreedom” episode we talk with Allison Madar about the evolution of laws affecting indentured servants and enslaved people in early America. Madar’s research draws on a variety of …
BlogStories of the South at Whitney Plantation
Recently, the Whitney Plantation opened its doors to the public with exclusively the story of slavery on Louisiana plantations. In doing so, it turns the traditional plantation story inside out. Visitors learn about the men and women who were enslaved there, what they did, and where they came from.
BlogLGBTQ Nightlife, Explained
Enjoy our episode “How To Go Clubbing?” Here are some companion pieces, links, and additional resources. Looking for your next party, or want to read more about queer and trans …
BlogHarriet Tubman: Disability Icon
When we were producing Episode Three of American Dissent, we wanted to highlight one of our “dissent heroes:” Harriet Tubman. We found Vilissa Thompson’s essay “The Harriet Tubman Casting Cripping Up …
BlogWGR’s Thanksgiving Feast
Over the years, we’ve made lots of delicious Thanksgiving radio. Now, we’re spreading it before you in one place. Find stories about indigenous food sovereignty, about feasts and fowls, and …
BlogOn the Beat: Local Journalism, Truth, and Democracy
Hosted by Virginia Humanities, the Virginia Center for the Book, and With Good Reason radio, this program is part of the “Democracy and the Informed Citizen” initiative, administered by the Federation of State Humanities Councils.
BlogFurther Reading: Infrastructures of Power
The social controversies over natural gas pipelines, and the complexity of the science, can make it hard to get a handle on the issues at stake. Here’s just a few …
BlogRace and Identity Picture Book Syllabus
As part of our coverage of the Kellogg Teacher Summer Institute, guest Rachel Caldwell shared her list of picture books about race and identity. Caldwell teaches fourth grade at Burnley-Moran …
