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Explores the cultural and personal stories behind the guitar through interviews with musicians, makers, and thinkers.

Conversations with authors, leaders, and thinkers about the ideas shaping America’s history, current issues, and future direction.

Quran recitations by Mishary Rashid Alafasy paired with an English translation of the text.

Explores the true crime and gangster stories behind hip hop legends and their impact on music history.

A deep dive into genre films from the 1950s to the 1990s with detailed, spoiler-filled analysis.

A Quran reciter from Egypt known for his melodious, emotionally resonant recitations in the Hafs ‘an Asim tradition.

Explores the history and stories of ultrarunning, focusing on the sport's development and key figures before 2000.

Two women explore Jane Austen’s novels through contrasting perspectives of fandom and first-time reading.

Filmmakers analyze the Coen brothers' unproduced screenplay To the White Sea, reading and discussing two pages per episode.

Author and historian interviews exploring books and ideas across history, politics, and culture.

Two hosts and guests explore films in the National Film Registry, examining their cultural, historical, and artistic significance.

Inak Ahang explores the history and memories behind Persian songs from past decades to the present.

Punk record dissections, interviews with underground musicians and comedians, and a surreal radio drama about conjoined twins in a mysterious mansion.

Explores Jewish history from ancient times to modern Israel, offering accessible insights for beginners and deeper context for informed listeners.

Supplementary discussions on material related to the SST Records podcast series.

Two railroad insiders share candid stories about running a tourist steam train, blending industry insights with humor and chaos.

A documentarian investigates the mysterious origins of a lost Dracula adaptation with hidden political themes and disputed authorship.

A deep dive into queer themes in horror films explored by the creators of the book *Queer Horror: A Film Guide*.

A podcast examining Alfred Hitchcock's films and legacy, hosted by Rebecca McCallum.

Analyzes Best Picture Oscar winners from the 1960s, exploring the cultural and industry reasons behind their victories.

Covers Texas history from Indigenous peoples to statehood, including Spanish colonization, Mexican rule, and annexation by the U.S.

A sprawling fictional empire faces rebellion in the shadow of its capital, the most powerful city on Earth.