HistoryinPopCulture's Podcast

Does The History Channel shows history? From our perspective, not much. Join us as we look at several reality and "history" programs that are popular with History Channel viewers today.

Looking for podcasts to listen to? Try this podcast as we review a selection of history based podcasts in ITunes. From short episodes on LA history to detailed discussions of Genghis Khan, this episode will introduce you to a range of awesome podcasts!

So you thought that Harry Potter was the first character to impact tourism? Think again! In this episode, Citlali and I discuss the cultural impact of Ramona, a fictional Latina character who drew thousands of Americans to California in the late 19th century. From novels to movies to architectural styles, Ramona remains an influential cultural icon.

Did you know that the Swedish government tried to save Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette from the French Revolution? That Sweden was almost thrown into a revolution itself? Or was it? In this episode, we explore the historical novel, The Stockholm Octavo, and its focus on Swedish events and society in 1790, a time of social and cultural upheaval.

In this episode, Citlali and I discuss the new Avengers movie, and ask the question What is a hero? We also look at various themes that the directors and producers explore, such as impact of technology, progress, and community.

In this episode, Citlali and I explore the reflection of historical issues in the storylines of the X-men comics and films, including social, political, and ethnic perspectives and topics. We specifically look at the background of the villain Magneto and how his interactions with humans and mutants are impacted by his experiences during the Holocaust.

With the release of the first Captain America comic book in March 1941, comic book editors hoped that the Captain would help America recognize the dangers of the Nazis and Fascism in Europe. With the onset of WWII, comic books have been used to galvanize support for the war effort while reflecting tensions on the home front. In this episode, we will look at the effect of comic books during WWII and Captain America's continuing impact on the 21st century.

In this episode, we will discuss the evolution of villains in the James Bond series and their connection to historical "villains."

In this episode, we will discuss two television shows that focus on fairy tales, Grimm and Once Upon a Time.

In this episode, we will look at the shows Sherlock and Elementary and how Sherlock Holmes has been adapted to 21st century ideas.