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City Upon a Hill: American Exceptionalism in U.S. History

In this episode, the History Guys will look at the changing ways Americans have seen themselves as different. What do you think — is there anything to the idea of Exceptionalism?

Pitch a Show! (Fall ’11)

BackStory invites you to propose a topic for our fall season and let us know why you think it would make for a compelling hour of radio.

The Civil War, 150 Years Later

In commemoration of the Civil War’s 150th anniversary, BackStory presents a special three-part series on the war’s causes and consequences, and its relevance today.

Pitch a Show! (Winter/Spring ’11)

BackStory invites you to propose a topic for our winter/spring season and let us know why you think it would make for a compelling hour of radio.

Revisiting Rosie: Women and Work

In a special podcast produced in collaboration with the History Channel, the History Guys will trace the history of women in the workplace.

Pitch a Show (Fall '09)

BackStory invites you to propose a topic for our new fall season. Which concerns facing Americans today could use historical unpacking by the History Guys? Pitch your idea here!

The Extraordinary Ordinary: Populism in America

Joe the Plumber and his geographic equivalent, “Main Street,” were both major figures in Election ’08. “We the People” have finally spoken and… wait a second, who’s “we” and what did “we” say, anyway? This week, the many faces of populism.

Pitch a Show! (Summer ’09 Ideas)

The Summer of ’09 is uncharted territory and we need your input! Propose a topic below and tell us why you think it would make for a compelling BackStory episode.

Pick a Topic!

Based on feedback from you the BackStory listening audience, we’ve compiled a list of possible show topics for the next season of BackStory. Vote for your favorite topic. Whichever topic comes out on top will be worked into the next season. Vote Now!