The Scholar's Attic

A compilation of all the lovely lessons in Victorian manners during our discussion of the 1800s.

A quick Q&A about the central chapters of Dracula

An episode in which we look at the family feud that became the prelude to WWI, while the Victorian Era was drawing to a close. 

A class discussion focused on John Green's Crash Course History Episode #23, "The Industrial Economy." On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r6tRp-zRUJs&t=1s  Our class discussion not only covers the points he gives in his 12.5 minute presentation, but we also branch out into child labor, the beginnings of the FDA, and more. It's a lot for so short a podcast!

Apartheid vs Segregation, from America to Australia to South Africa to India.

A recap of some imperialist ideas, plus the first part of a closer look at the British Empire and how imperialism impacted things at "ground level" in Australia, South Africa, and India - with plenty of applications to America's own colonial experiences as well.

A look at the beginning of death culture, the obsession with celebrity, and the drive for entertainment that exploits others and encourages the "train wreck" syndrome. In other words - a look at how 21st Century culture has its roots in the late 1800s.

An in-class addendum to the pre-recorded lecture on Imperialism - this time, with a distinctly African focus.

A compilation of some of our ongoing Dracula discussions since the Quarter Exam (starting 10/2/2020).

The speed dial version of how Imperialism changed the face of the world. Full props to Dr. George Grant and the Gileskirk curriculum for providing the backbone of this discussion. Fasten your seatbelts - there's a lot squeezed into this short episode! EPISODE ERROR: I say that there are three reasons behind the migration movement; there are FOUR. If you're taking notes, be on the lookout....