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The Beyond Impact Podcast with Colin EgglesfieldFrom Financial Stress to Financial Peace: Jen Du Plessis on Money, Mindset, and Meaningful ImpactWhat does it take to transform your relationship with money and create lasting financial peace?
In this episode of The Beyond Impact Podcast, Colin Egglesfield sits down with Jen Du Plessis to explore how mindset, clarity, and intentional financial strategy can unlock freedom, confidence, and purpose.
Jen shares her journey from financial stress to becoming a trusted financial strategist for entrepreneurs and leaders. With a refreshing, human-centered approach to money, she explains why financial decisions are rarely just about numbers—and how aligning money with values creates stability and long-term impact.
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The DubCastUFC312 Dricus Du Plessis vs. Sean Strickland 2 Picks and Predictions!(Ep. 116) In this episode, I give my picks and predictions for UFC312 Dricus Du Plessis vs. Sean Strickland 2. I go through each fight on the card, determining which bets I like for Saturday's card and making my prediction for each fight. At the end, I give all the bets I'm taking and my favorite 5 bets of the weekend.
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High School History Recap#2 OERProject and History Teaching with Prof Bob BainProf Bob Bain joins us, probably one of the biggest names in history teaching. This conversation brought a whole new dimension to what effective history teaching should look like.Questions we set out to answer:Does Bob Bain play the guitar?Why are all historians, in essence, teachers?The power of that ONE inspirational history teacher/lecturerWhy in the world would anyone want to study history?What is the purpose of situating the present in the context of the past?How do we deal with different accounts of the past?What is the OERProject all about...
2022-08-1855 minHigh School History Recap#1 The Science of Learning with Dr Carolina Kuepper-TetzelIn this first episode of our fifth season, we explore the field of learning. Dr Carolina Kuepper-Tetzel is a cognitive psychologist who specialises in how we learn best. She is part of an inspiring initiative called the Learning Scientists. She shares some of her valuable insights with us.Questions we explore:Is there a trick or a secret to communicating "science"?What motivated Carolina to take up a specialisation in learning?How do we find a balance between what and how we teach and how people learn?Briefly, what are the six learning strategies? The strategies...
2022-08-1334 minHigh School History Recap#14 The Cradock Four with Zikhona ValelaThe following twitter post accompanies this episode of The Cradock Four.https://mobile.twitter.com/valavoosh/status/1276826105740169218The historian, Zikhona Valela, joins us to talk about the Cradock Four and, more specifically, misinformation around the supposed famous photo of the Cradock Four. Zikhona tells the story of the four men who were murdered on June 27th, 1985. How did it happen that two of the four men, and the trauma of their families, were actually erased from the historical record? Why do we continue sharing convenient narratives that are, on closer inspection, inaccurate and untrue? Zikhona...
2022-04-171h 00High School History Recap#13 Reevaluating World War II: Stalin's War with Prof Sean McMeekinJoin us for a conversation with Prof Sean McMeekin on his new book Stalin's War: A New History of World War II. This is a very timely discussion in light of the unfolding war in Ukraine.Some of the points of discussion:How is Stalin’s War different from the conventional Hitler-centric account of World War II?How is it possible to even write a new history of World War II 77 years after the fact?Is the way we teach World War II unbalanced?How likely was the Hitler-Stalin pact?What are the main differences between fa...
2022-04-041h 04High School History Recap#12 Interrogating the MAIN causes of WWI with Michael NeibergMichael joins us again to challenge some widely held beliefs about the causes of WWI. The long-term causes of World War One are often conveniently taught using the acronym MAIN, which stands for militarism, alliances, imperialism, and nationalism. It is often argued that the presence of these ingredients in Europe made the First World War inevitable, or to use a term Michael taught us, overdetermined. But by looking at each one of these factors, we learn that this is not necessarily the case. In fact, militarism, alliances, imperialism, and nationalism might have only really come to...
2022-03-2835 minHigh School History Recap#11 Fighting Misinformation with Dr Joel BreakstoneIn this episode we explore Civic Online Reasoning in more depth. We are joined by Dr Joel Breakstone of the Stanford History Education Group (SHEG). This is in an effort to effectively fight misinformation. Why is it called Civic Online Reasoning?What does Civic Online Reasoning have to do with history?How does source analysis and source evaluation relate to Civic Online Reasoning?What does expertise look like in terms of evaluating online sources?Is misinformation a new thing?How does misinformation differ from disinformation?How do we ensure that our students access online sources more effectively?Are t...
2022-02-1845 minHigh School History RecapWe have our own intro jingle!!!We are super excited about this new jingle! It was written and performed specifically for our show by Alwyn Bekker. When it comes to acoustic guitar chops, his guy is the real deal! It's like he has fifty fingers! I recommend you guys go and check out his band, Bad Peter, as well. Our favourite song is definitely "On This River".I hope you guys enjoy it! And thanks again, Alwyn!Support the show
2022-01-3000 minHigh School History Recap#10 1942 with Taylor DowningTaylor Downing joins us again for another discussion - this time about his newest work entitled 1942: Britain at the Brink. The book and this discussion delves into the fateful year of 1942 when British morale reached a new low - military defeats abroad saw the British public lose faith in their leadership and it seemed as though wartime prime minister Winston Churchill was facing his darkest hour. Well, let me not spoil it here...let historian, writer and broadcaster, Taylor Downing tell you all about it!Support the show
2022-01-3036 minHigh School History Recap#9 The Industrial Revolution in World History with Prof Peter N StearnsIn this episode Prof Peter N Stearns of the George Mason University provides an overview of the Industrial Revolution. The 5th edition of Peter's book, The Industrial Revolution in World History, was published in 2021.This is what we've discussed: How does the perspective of a world historian differ from that of an economic historian?Why is the Industrial Revolution considered the single most important development in human history over the past three centuries? Why should we study the Industrial Revolution?How should we understand the word "Revolution" as it relates to the Industrial Revolution?Was the S...
2022-01-1643 minHigh School History Recap#8 Apartheid Series with Dr Wayne Dooling - Resistance to ApartheidIn the third part of the series, Dr Dooling tells us about the various ways in which the people of South Africa resisted the oppressive Apartheid regime. Dr Dooling delves into the different political currents in 20th century South Africa, touching on organisations such as the the ICU, the ANC, the PAC as well as the various affiliated organisations such as the ANC Youth League, MK and Poqo. We also discuss a few of the pivotal events in South African resistance history such as the Defiance Campaign, the Congress of the People and the Freedom Charter, the Women's March a...
2022-01-0551 minHigh School History Recap#7 Teaching History the Stanford Way with Dr Joel BreakstoneAt the end of 2021, we are very fortunate to talk to Dr Joel Breakstone of the Stanford History Education Group (SHEG) about their Reading Like a Historian lesson plans and Beyond the Bubble history skills assessments. We also find out more about SHEG's Civic Online Reasoning curriculum which will greatly benefit history learners in identifying misinformation.What we discuss:What does it mean to "read like a historian"?We look at the research of Sam Wineburg and Abby Reisman.How do we integrate source analysis with the conventional way of teaching history?How should we define...
2021-12-2546 minHigh School History Recap#6 The Charismatic Leadership Style of Albert Luthuli with Prof Benda HofmeyrAbout a month ago, the University of Pretoria celebrated the life of Chief Albert Luthuli. At these celebrations, Prof Benda Hofmeyr gave a presentation on the philosophical legacy of Albert Luthuli with specific emphasis on his charismatic leadership style.What we discuss:Why did a philosophy professor take an interest in leadership styles and specifically Albert Luthuli?How does a philosophical approach to studying leadership differ from the historical approach?What is meant with a charismatic leadership style?Why did you base your interpretation of charismatic leadership on the writings of Max Weber?How did Luthuli...
2021-12-1935 minHigh School History Recap#5 Wondrium History Geek Out with Kevin ManzelJoin our history geek-out session with Kevin Manzel. Kevin is the senior director of content development at Wondrium. Colin and I are both big fans of Wondrium's history courses and use them as resources in our history classrooms.We cover the following:What is a history geek-out session?How does Wondrium connect disparate topics?What is Wondrium and how did it develop over time?What are some of the history courses on Wondrium?How does Wondrium decide which courses to develop?How does Wondrium ensure the quality and authority of its courses? How can Wondrium benefit t...
2021-12-1759 minHigh School History Recap#4 The History of Learning and the Learning of History with Prof Donald ClarkWilliam talks to the learning expert, Donald Clark, about the history of learning theory and about the best way to teach and learn history.Questions covered:Where does Donald’s interest in history come from?How has the way in which we learn changed over time?Why is the invention of writing the “Big Bang” moment of collective learning?Why is the invention of binary or computer language such an important moment in the development of learning?Is collective learning our unique trait?How did technology enable collective learning?Who are the experts in the field of lea...
2021-11-251h 08High School History Recap#3 Apartheid Series with Dr Wayne Dooling - ApartheidIn the second episode of the Apartheid Series we transition from the policies of Segregation in South Africa towards the implementation of Apartheid. In this episode Dr Dooling discusses some of the motivations behind the National Party's choice to put such a rigid system of racial segregation and separation in place. Topics such as Afrikaner Nationalism takes center stage as we look at why and how the NP won the 1948 elections. Some of the Apartheid laws are discussed and we look at how these laws affected the every day lives of South Africans, which will then lead us to...
2021-11-1143 minHigh School History Recap#2 Apartheid Series with Dr Wayne Dooling - SegregationIn the first episode of our Apartheid Series, Colin is joined by Dr Wayne Dooling from the School of Oriental and African Studies at the University of London. The conversation deals with the concept of segregation in South Africa, where it comes from and how it was implemented. As an expert on Race, Segregation, and Apartheid in Twentieth-century South Africa, Dr Dooling helps us make sense of the systems of racial separation that would lead to the overarching system of Apartheid.Support the show
2021-11-1029 minHigh School History Recap#1 Apartheid 101 with William PalkA great collaboration with Kelly Chase of the History Detective! The perfect way to start Season 4. In this episode we aim give an overview of the policy and practice of apartheid in South Africa from 1948 to 1994. Here are some of the questions we cover.What does the Afrikaans word "apartheid" translate to?How did South Africa get to the point where the minority white government were able to discriminate against the majority black population?What were some of the apartheid laws?Who were the ANC and what was their role in protesting apartheid?Who was Nelson M...
2021-10-2431 minHigh School History Recap#19 D-Day - Operation Overlord with Michael NeibergIn this episode, Colin is joined once again by the American military historian, Michael Neiberg. This time they discuss a little thing called D-Day a.k.a. the Normandy Invasion a.k.a. Operation Overlord. Operation Overlord is one of the largest operations in military history and in this discussion Michael and Colin delve into not only the events of June 6th, 1944, but also the logistical challenges faced by Dwight Eisenhower and his team of planners, French involvement in the operation, as well as the living legacy left on the beaches. So if you know a few things...
2021-07-2737 minHigh School History Recap#18 Choreomania with Dr Kelina GotmanIn this episode Colin speaks to the author of Choreomania: Dance and Disorder, Dr Kelina Gotman. Kelina is from King's College in London and her research interests include theatre, dance and performance history, and philosophy. In this episode we tackle the formation of the concept of the ‘dancing disease’ in nineteenth-century colonial medical, psychiatric and anthropological circles. What is choreomania really all about? Did people truly go mad and dance themselves to insanity? Well, Kelina sets the record straight!Support the show
2021-06-2446 minHigh School History Recap#17 Dr Abdullah Abdurahman with Stephen LangtryIn this episode William discusses the neglected narrative of Dr Abdullah Abdurahman with Stephen Langtry. Dr Abdullah was South Africa's first elected black politician.Here are some of the questions we look at:· The life and times of Dr Abdullah· We discuss Martin Plaut's biography of Dr Abdullah· Are there many lost figures in South African history?· Why are some stories remembered at the expense of others?· What is the balancing point in writing history?· A short biography of Dr Abdullah· The friendship between Dr Abdullah and Mahatma Gandhi· The schools set up by Dr Abd...
2021-06-1741 minHigh School History Recap#16 Krotoa with Prof Shanade BarnabasIn this episode, William discusses the life and legacy of the enigmatic Khoi woman, Krotoa, with Professor Shanade Barnabas of the University of Johannesburg (UJ). The discussion is based on the award-winning 2017 film made to commemorate her life. Some of the questions include:What is the main storyline of Krotoa and why has it won so many awards?What are the available historical sources on Krotoa?Does the movie do the "real" story of Krotoa justice?How is Krotoa represented in the movie?What were some of the psychological effects of colonization?What are the political d...
2021-06-0938 minHigh School History Recap#15 South Africa's Education Mismatch with Dr Precious MncayiIn this episode William is in conversation with Dr Precious Mncayi about research she has done into South Africa's unemployment crisis. We have an unemployment rate of at least 29% and it is therefore vital to look at the mismatches between education and the demands of the labour market.Read her article here.Questions asked in this podcast:Is SA facing an unemployment crisis?Is the focus on STEM warranted?How does SA’s unemployment figure compare to other countries?What is the link bet...
2021-05-2352 minHigh School History Recap#14 Ancient Greek Mythology and Religion with Prof Robert GarlandIn this episode Colin is joined by HSHR researcher, Gemma Mills, to discuss Ancient Greek mythology and religion. To help them understand the topic better, they have employed the help of an expert in the field in the form of the Roy D. and Margaret B. Wooster Professor of the Classics from Colgate University - Professor Robert Garland. At the hand of a few examples, Prof Garland explains the difference between myth and religion, why mythology and religion was so important to the Ancient Greeks, why these myths are still around, and a few other interesting things about grieving m...
2021-04-2758 minHigh School History Recap#13 San Rock Art with Dr Tim ForssmanArchaeologist, Dr Tim Forssman, joins William to talk about San Rock Art. These are some of the questions they look at.Who are the San? Were they the only southern Africans that left behind rock art?How do archaeologists find rock art sites?How many rock art sites are there in southern Africa?Tim's favorite rock art site.How did the San go about painting their images? How did they mix their paint?How do you date San rock art? What are some of the oldest sites?What does San rock...
2021-04-1040 minHigh School History Recap#12 The Coming of Democracy in South Africa with Justine NaudeWilliam is joined by one of his Grade 12 learners, Justine Naude, to discuss a question that appeared in last year's final IEB History paper. The question asked to critically evaluate whether or not the National Party undermined the negotiation process from 1990 to 1994. We discuss the NP's insistence on power sharing and whether their involvement in black-on-black violence in townships purposefully undermined negotiations for a democratic government. Justine reads her introductory paragraph to a discursive essay on the question and we use this to navigate some of the content of this important topic in South African history. Find us on...
2021-03-2334 minHigh School History Recap#11 The Evolution of Skin Colour with Prof Nina Jablonski"Never stop working for humanity" - Nina JablonskiAmerican anthropologist, Prof Nina Jablonski, joins us to discuss the evolution of skin colour. We discuss the biological concept of race and the social construct of racism. We differentiate between racial categorization and racial identification. Were the ancients indifferent to race? Did you know that neither Carl Linnaeus nor Charles Darwin placed people in a power hierarchy? Philosophers David Hume and Immanuel Kant had definite racist views. What might have been the reason for this? Racism took on its destructive modern form from the 18th century - the heydays...
2021-03-2157 minHigh School History Recap#10 The Causes of the Mfecane with Emma TheronWilliam is joined by one of his Grade 11 students, Emma Theron, to discuss the causes of the Mfecane. This is a period of intense transformation amongst the African tribes in southern Africa. The Mfecane is dated to between 1750 and the 1830s and saw the rise of famous kingdoms like that of Shaka's Zulu kingdom. We look at the internal, environmental and external factors that played a role in bringing about the dramatic events of this turbulent time. Join us and find out more about the Madlatule famine, Shaka's amabutho and the beef and slave trade at Delagoa Bay. Emma...
2021-03-0430 minHigh School History Recap#9 Some more South African History with Ayanda Nenemba of the Ilibo Village CommunityThis is Part 2 of an interview William did with Ayanda Nenemba on the Ilibo Village Community YouTube channel. Ayanda's aim to build the South African community through conversation. Ayanda isn't someone who shies away from talking about the hard issues, but she wants to show the magnanimity of the South African nation. We want to extend an invitation to those of you who have something meaningful to add to the South African story. Please find Ayanda on twitter @restored_80. Alternatively visit her YouTube channel at Ilibo Village Community Cast. Support the show
2021-03-0318 minHigh School History Recap#8 Bones and Stones InterviewThis is our interview with the team of Bones and Stones. Tim Forssman is an archaeologist at the University of Pretoria and he and his team is on a mission to make archaeology more accessible. They invited us for an episode on their YouTube channel, Bones and Stones. We hope to collaborate with them on an ongoing basis and bring archaeology into the high school history classroom. Find Tim on twitter @Tim4sman. Support the show
2021-02-2826 minHigh School History Recap#7 Independent Tanzania with Dr Derek R PetersonIn this episode we explore the history of Tanzania with East African historian, Dr Derek R Peterson of the University of Michigan. We start by looking at the early history of this East African state: from the ancient Swahili to the creation of the East African slave trade. We also compare the legacies of German and British colonization (including a discussion of the Maji Maji Rebellion). We also trace the development of the Tanganyika African National Union (or TANU). Ultimately, we consider the socialist policy (called Ujamaa) of Tanzania's first (and long-reigning) president, Julius Nyerere. What should we make...
2021-02-2653 minHigh School History Recap#6 Undoing the Bushman Stereotype with Dr Tim ForssmanIn this second episode with archaeologist Dr Tim Forssman of the University of Pretoria, we take a closer look at his excavations at Little Muck and Dzombo and how the findings are shedding new light on the social relations between the San hunter-gatherers and early farmers of southern Africa. William finds out more about the "Kalahari debate" and the significance of Mapungubwe as an archaeological site. We also try our hand at the motto on South Africa's coat of arms. It is written in the Khoisan language of the /Xam people and is written as !ke e: /xarra //ke...
2021-02-0339 minHigh School History Recap#5 Film and History with Dr Nisa PalekerIn this episode of HSHR, Dr Nisa Paleker from The Department of Historical and Heritage Studies at the University of Pretoria, talks to us about the value of film in the study of History. Dr Paleker sheds some light on how film can be used in historical study by focusing on film as a source of history, film as history and film in history.Our discussion mostly centres on film as a representation of the social structures of the time, mostly focusing on the South African context. Topics explored range from African cinema and the B-scheme film s...
2021-01-3148 minHigh School History Recap#4 The Treaty of Versailles with Michael NeibergIn this episode of HSHR, Colin speaks to American military historian and Chair of War Studies at the US Army War College, Michael Neiberg. Michael specialises in 20th-century military history and has written numerous award-winning books including the acclaimed 2018 The Treaty of Versailles: A Concise History. So it seemed only appropriate that the topic for discussion would be the post-World War I negotiations. The episode delves into the challenges faced by especially the European powers following the carnage and destruction of World War I, and how the leaders involved attempted to deal with the issues. The majority of...
2021-01-3042 minHigh School History Recap#3 Archaeology and Early South African History with Dr Tim ForssmanIn this episode, William talks to archaeologist Dr Tim Forssman about the early history of southern Africa. Tim is a senior lecturer at the University of Pretoria and hosts his own YouTube channel Bones and Stones. Tim helps us define archaeology and explains why Indiana Jones is probably not the best example of what it means to be an archaeologist. We discuss the earliest inhabitants of southern Africa, namely the San hunter-gatherers, and what the archaeological record has to say about them. Why did the San not take up farming? We also take a look at the earliest archaeological e...
2021-01-1730 minHigh School History Recap#2 Bitter Fruit with Stephen SchlesingerIn this episode Colin speaks to foreign relations expert and author of Bitter Fruit: The Story of the American Coup in Guatemala, about the CIA-backed overthrow of Jacobo Arbenz , the democratically elected leader of Guatemala. Was this episode merely a Cold War incident or was there more to it than fears of communist insurrection? Was this a spontaneous revolt by frustrated Guatemalans, in which the US simply supported the will of free peoples, or was there a more sinister plot unfolding? The discussion centers on the involvement of American government agents, especially the CIA and those with ties to t...
2021-01-1647 minHigh School History Recap#1 The Detective Mindset with Kelly ChaseA new year, and a new exciting season of High School History Recap! We kick off the year with a conversation with Kelly Chase of the History Detective podcast. Why did this history teacher venture into podcasting? We discuss the importance of creating a detective mindset to counter all the misinformation and conspiracy theories out there. Kelly also talks about the most difficult and most surprising cases she solved in 2020. Join us to find out more about Kelly's creative and empathizing sides as well. Visit Kelly's website historydetectivepodcast.com for all the episodes of season 1 and have...
2021-01-0627 minHigh School History Recap#11 The Story of Stoicism Part 2 with Donald J RobertsonThis is Part 2 of the story of Stoicism with Donald J Robertson. We discuss Socrates's uncomplicated take on the truth. How did the Stoic philosophy of Socrates differ from that of Marcus Aurelius? We look at how Stoicism (and beards) became popular in Rome. Some of the Stoics we talk about include Cato the Younger, Epictetus, . How did Roman (or Mediterranean) slavery differ from the Transatlantic Slave Trade? We look at why Roman senators plotted to assassinate Julius Caesar after he became "dictator for life". Did you know Brutus was a nephew of Cato? We discuss Octavian's rise to...
2021-01-0143 minHigh School History Recap#10 The Story of Stoicism Part 1 with Donald J RobertsonIn this episode, I explore the story of Stoicism with Donald Robertson. It takes us all the way back to Socrates, who is considered to be the godfather of Stoicism. Donald tells a number of stories related to the emergence of this school of philosophy. Did you know that Plato's Academy was only one of many gymnasia in ancient Greece? We talk about the misfortunes of Zeno (the Phoenician dye merchant), and how his encounter with the Oracle of Delphi set him out on a quest to piece together the teachings of Socrates. But what is Stoicism all about...
2020-12-2851 minHigh School History Recap#9 South African History with Ayanda Nenemba of the Ilibo Village CommunityIn this episode Ayanda and I discuss a number of issues related to South African history. Ayanda is the founder of the Ilibo Group - a Village Comcast initiative aimed at "telling South African stories the South African way". If you want to watch the interview, please follow this link. Find Ayanda on twitter @restored_80 or subscribe to her YouTube channel at Ilibo Village Community Cast. Let us know what you think @WilliamHPalk. Support the show
2020-12-181h 03High School History Recap#8 Causes of World War IIn this episode Colin and I look at the causes of World War I. We first discuss the components of the historical narrative and then move on to that very famous spark of the war: the assassination of Franz Ferdinand. We look at some of the long term causes of the war as well, including nationalism, militarism, imperialism and alliances (the MAIN causes). Please find us on twitter @WilliamHPalk or @C_duPlessis. If you want to join us on the show to discuss your teaching techniques, latest research or upcoming book, please do make contact! We want to grow...
2020-11-0845 minHigh School History Recap#7 Fall of the Soviet UnionIn his resignation address in December 1991, Gorbachev referred to the "suffocating shackles of the Soviet Union's bureaucratic command system". What was Gorbachev's role in the collapse of the Soviet Union? We start the story with the fall of the Berlin Wall as the signature event of the end of the Cold War, but we also look at how the Soviet Union arrived at the point where they would (or could) no longer assert their power of countries in Eastern Europe. We assess Gorbachev's policies of perestroika and glasnost and how he set events in motion of which he could n...
2020-10-1746 minHigh School History Recap#6 Independent Congo with Dr Glen NcubeJoin us for a discussion on the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) with African historian, Dr Glen Ncube. We take a broad view of the history of the Congo from the time of Belgian king Leopold II to Mobutu Sese Seko. We zoom in on how the Congo became an independent country under Patrice Lumumba and find out more about his unfortunate assassination. How did Joseph Mobutu come to power? We also place the struggles in the Congo in the wider context of the Cold War. How authentic was Mobutu's policy of Africanization (or Mobutuism)? What is the l...
2020-10-151h 01High School History Recap#5 The Anglo-Boer War in 10 Objects with Dane SwanepoelIn this episode we tell the story of the Anglo-Boer War with the help of 10 objects. Dane Swanepoel is the educational specialist at the Anglo-Boer War Museum in Bloemfontein. The objects include: a French postcard on British Imperialism, a cartoon on Cecil John Rhodes and his Cape to Cairo Railway, a statue titled Afskeid, a bust of De La Rey, a statue of the agterryers, a bust of Sol Plaatjie, a blockhouse, a statue of a Bittereinder and the Women's Memorial. Please email William at williamhpalk78@gmail.com or Dane at dane@anglo-boer.co.za if you would like...
2020-10-0553 minHigh School History Recap#4 What's in the Box with Prof Karen HarrisAn episode on the historian's craft! Professor Karen Harris joins us on the podcast to tell us more about an initiative she started at the University of Pretoria to expose history students to archival material. We discuss how the teaching of history has changed over the years. Prof Harris points to the importance of the subject of history, but also the instrumental role of the history teacher. What is "doing" history really about? How is it different from just "learning" history? Prof Harris invites us to go beyond Von Ranke's straightjacket and really read against the grain. "What's in...
2020-10-0244 minHigh School History Recap#3 Operation Barbarossa: Russian Will and WinterIn this episode we look at the reasons for Hitler's decision to invade the Soviet Union in June 1941. Why was it called Operation Barbarossa? The Germans put together a large army (of up to almost 4 million soldiers) and they employed a three-pronged invasion strategy. We look at the role of the Einsatzgruppen in executing part of the Nazi's Final Solution. Why did Operation Barbarossa come to a halt in July 1941? We discuss the Russian winter, but also consider the willpower of the Russian soldiers. Was this invasion Hitler's biggest mistake? Find us on twitter @WilliamHPalk or @C_duPlessis.
2020-09-0842 minHigh School History Recap#2 1983: Almost Armageddon with Taylor DowningIn this episode, Taylor Downing joins us to discuss his latest book "1983 The World at the Brink". Taylor is an historian who has written several best selling books (on topics like World War II and the Cold War). After getting some Cold War context, we dive into the question of how close the world came to nuclear Armageddon. Most of us know about the Cuban Missile Crisis, but the events of 1983 brought us even closer to the edge. We've asked Taylor about the significance of the doctrine of mutually assured destruction ("MAD") and whether that kept the superpowers at...
2020-09-071h 05High School History Recap#1 The Anglo-Zulu War with Richard WyllieIn this episode we discuss the Anglo-Zulu War with battlefield expert, Richard Wyllie. We look at how British imperialism, and specifically the idea of confederation, contributed to the outbreak of the war. Why were the British so interested in South Africa? We discuss the Battle of Isandlwana and Rorke's Drift in more detail. Why was Isandlwana called the "Day of the Dead Moon"? Did you know that 11 VCs were awarded to British soldiers following the Battle of Rorke's Drift? We end by considering how the AZW might have affected the history of South Africa. Find us on twitter @WilliamHPalk...
2020-09-0150 min
Les digital doers - Le podcast des leaders du retail et du e-commerce#89 MADE IN DESIGN - Catherine Colin - CEO & FondatriceInterview d’une figure emblématique de l’écosystème e-commerce en France, celle de Catherine Colin. Fondatrice de MadeInDesign qu’elle créait il y a plus de 20 ans, Catherine est une pionnière de la vente en ligne. Au départ pureplayer vendant des meubles et de la décoration premium, MadeInDesign s’est également développé dans le retail et le B2B. Il y a 1 an l’entreprise rejoint le groupe Printemps. nous revenons sur les enjeux de ce projet industriel dont l’un des axes majeur est celui de l’omnicanalité.
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2020-07-2844 minHigh School History Recap#50 Black Consciousness with Dr Ian MacqueenIn this last episode of Season 1, we discuss Black Consciousness with historian, Dr Ian Macqueen. It is easy to reduce Black Consciousness to just a moment in South African history, but in reality it provided black people with the ideological tools to overcome fear. We start by looking at the radicalization of Afrikaner and African nationalism following World War II, and how this ultimately set the stage for confrontation. What were some of the key moments in the fight against apartheid in the 1950's? What is the importance of the formation of the Pan Africanist Congress (PAC) in the...
2020-07-271h 09High School History Recap#49 How To Set History Assessments with Janine BroughtonIn this episode we take a general look at setting assessments for the history classroom. Janine Broughton is an experienced history teacher who has traveled around South Africa training teachers on assessment and moderation. Lock-down has forced Janine to take on a new role - she now designs history assessments for a living. We take a look at the differences in assessments between state and private schools. We consider how history assessment has changed over the years. What is the role of the history teacher in 21st century? Janine's advice on assessment is to start with the end product...
2020-07-2343 minHigh School History Recap#48 The Discovery of Diamonds in Southern AfricaIn this episode we discuss how the discovery of diamonds changed the economic and political landscape of Southern Africa. We look at the development of the town of Kimberley. Who was Cecil John Rhodes and how did his company, De Beers Consolidated Mines, change the organisation of labour on the diamond fields? We look at the compound system and how the racial division of the industrial labour force came about. We consider how British imperialism and, more specifically, Britain's drive for confederation actually increased levels of conflict and division in Southern Africa. We look at the example of war...
2020-07-2027 minHigh School History Recap#47 A More Complete Story of Black Power with Dr Ashley D FarmerIn this podcast we discuss Black Power and the Black Panther Party with historian, Dr Ashley Farmer. Dr Farmer is the author of the fantastic book "Remaking Black Power: How Black Women Transformed an Era". What are the central principles of Black Power? Did Black Power start with Stokely Carmichael in 1966? We see that Black Power has a long history, going back to Marcus Garvey and Robert F Williams. Who were the Deacons for Defense? Black Power coalesced into a movement in the 1960's and 1970's. The term itself can actually be traced back to author Richard Wright. Dr...
2020-07-181h 12High School History Recap#46 The Battle of BritainIn this episode we continue our discussion of World War II by looking at the Battle of Britain. One would think that all that needs to be said about this battle has been said, but that's definitely not the case. We look at the situation in Europe right before the Battle of Britain and how, with the fall of France, Britain "stood alone". What was Operation Sea Lion and Operation Eagle? We look at the stand-off between the German Luftwaffe and the British RAF. Who had the better planes? We see how the Germans faced some real operational challenges...
2020-07-1337 minHigh School History Recap#Bonus The Night Witches with Steven ProwseWe have storyteller and filmmaker Steven Prowse on the podcast. He shares his very interesting views on history (e.g. it's not about names and dates but rather the how and why), and explains how he came across the story of the Night Witches. It is the story about Russian pilots flying wooden canvas spy planes (with no radar, no guns, no parachutes, no lights, and even no brakes) during World War II. They flew at night, dropped bombs and came back. They were the most successful regiment in the war. But that's not the great story! The great...
2020-07-0943 minHigh School History Recap#44 History Teaching in South Africa with Marj BrownIn this episode I'm joined by Marj Brown. Marj is the president of the South African Society for History Teaching (SASHT). We talk about her journey into history teaching; how resisting apartheid made her realize how necessary and powerful education is in fighting racism. We weigh in on the death of George Floyd and why anger and resentment even reached South African classrooms. What is the role of the history teacher when it comes to teaching controversial topics like racism? We discuss some of the challenges history teachers face today. Did you know that there is a shortage of...
2020-07-0651 minHigh School History Recap#43 Historical Knowledge SkillsIn this episode, Michael and I discuss historical knowledge skills. Michael is the creator of the historyskills.com website which contains excellent lessons for the history classroom. History knowledge skills include chronology, change and continuity, causes and consequences, significance, and motives and historical empathy. It's vital for history students to understand these very important knowledge skills, which are often central to assessments. Be sure to listen to the other two episodes on source criticism and research as well. Follow History Skills on twitter @HistorySkills. You are welcome to send suggestions and questions to @WilliamHPalk or @C_duPlessis....
2020-07-0339 minHigh School History Recap#Short Empire with PrashanthiIn this #Short, Prashanthi Pillay defines the concept "empire".Support the show
2020-07-0201 minHigh School History Recap#41 Empires Around the Mediterranean SeaIn this episode, we discuss certain interesting features of some of the empires that originated around the Mediterranean Sea. What exactly is an empire? We look at the first (and fierce) empire of Assyria. We look at what Herodotus wrote about the pyramids of ancient Egypt, and how the process of mummification was carried out. We consider the negative portrayal of the Persians by their enemies, the Greeks. Who were the famous Persian kings, and how did they rule the Persian Empire? What did democracy look like in ancient Athens? We discuss the Battle of Marathon and the death...
2020-07-0147 minHigh School History Recap#40 The Gaps in the Civil Rights Movement Narrative with Dr Peniel E JosephWe celebrate our 40th episode with a very esteemed guest, Dr Peniel E Joseph, and we have a very relevant and very necessary conversation around white supremacy and anti-racism. Dr Joseph is an American historian at the University of Texas in Austin and is considered a leading public voice on race issues. He has written numerous books, and his latest book "The Sword and the Shield" was released in March 2020. It is the dual biography of Malcolm X and Martin Luther King, and it sets the historical record straight on a couple of important points related to these two...
2020-06-2948 minHigh School History Recap#39 History Skills: Doing ResearchHistory Skills creator, Michael Cocks, joins me again - this time to discuss researching skills. He talks us through the process of doing research in the history class. His easy-to-follow process includes nine steps, from formulating a very specific key question, doing some background reading, constructing sub-questions, selecting appropriate sources, organizing quotes into topic sentences, to writing and proofreading the final draft. These research skills will definitely prove valuable; not only in the history class, but in other spheres of life as well. Please visit the History Skills website for more excellent lessons and content for the history classroom. ...
2020-06-2543 minHigh School History Recap#38 The Holocaust Series Part 3 with Tali Nates, Catherine Boyd and Mduduzi NtuliThis is the last part in our series on the Holocaust in cooperation with the Johannesburg Holocaust and Genocide Centre. In this episode, we look at some primary sources on the Holocaust. We reflect on people's moral choices (and dilemmas), and the roles of perpetrators, bystanders, victims, resisters, and upstanders. Mdu explains why we should consider the choices people had at the time, and shows how we have similar choices today. Tali focuses on testimonies as a source on the Holocaust, and shares her own family's moving story with us. Catherine provides more information on propaganda films made at...
2020-06-241h 11High School History Recap#37 The Russian Revolutions of 1917In this episode, we discuss the Russian Revolutions of February and October 1917. Why did they occur in Russia? What is the link between Communism and industrialisation? We look at the impact of World War I on socialist movements in Europe. What can be considered the greater force: nationalism or socialism? We provide a definition for Communism. What were the events leading up to the abdication of tsar Nicholas II? We describe how the Germans facilitated Lenin's return to Russia in April 1917. Why was Lenin's slogan of "Peace, Land and Bread" such a drawing card in Russia at the time...
2020-06-1750 minHigh School History Recap#StudentSpecial On This Youth DayWhat is your wish for our children and our country on this Youth Day? We've asked some students and teachers for their opinions. Let's take hands and guard against stereotypical thinking, let's call out racism and discrimination, let's have constructive conversations around sensitive topics, and let's foster mutual understanding. Thank you for these contributions, and a big shout out to Lorinda Potgieter for singing our anthem so beautifully.Support the show
2020-06-1609 minHigh School History Recap#35 The Night TrainsIn this episode, we discuss Charles van Onselen's book "The Night Trains." It is the story of a "forgotten" railway line, the Easten Main Line, that transported the majority of South Africa's black mine workers to the Johannesburg goldfields. These mine workers came from the Sul do Save in southern Mozambique where a forced labour system called "shibalo" was in place. They were recruited by the Witwatersrand Native Labour Association (the WNLA, also called "Mzilikazi") to go and work in the mines for very meagre wages. It's the story of migrant labourers who were considered nothing more than train...
2020-06-1431 minHigh School History Recap#34 The Holocaust Series Part 2 with Tali Nates, Catherine Boyd and Mduduzi NtuliIn Part 2 of our Holocaust Series we investigate how life changed for the Jews in Germany after the pogroms in November 1938 (also known as Kristallnacht). We look at policy changes in Germany regarding the Jewish people: from immigration to expulsion. How did the situation worsen when the Second World War broke out in September 1939. We talk about the different types of concentration camps and what conditions were like in the ghettos. The Jewish people reacted (and resisted) in many different ways, and showed tremendous resilience. What "solutions" did the Nazis consider for the "Jewish Question"? We discuss the Einsatzgruppen...
2020-06-111h 06High School History Recap#33 Writing a Good Source-Based Essay with Robyn MowattIn this episode Robyn Mowatt, assessment specialist at the Independent Examinations Board (ieb), gives us an overview of the most important aspects of the source-based essay. We discuss the importance of sources in history and some of the challenges we face when working with sources. We look at the differences between the discursive and the source-based essay. Robyn explains how the source-based essay should be structured and how it is assessed. How should sources be referenced in the essay? How important is the counterargument? Writing a good source-based essay is an important history skill and one with value far...
2020-06-0950 minHigh School History Recap#32 The Holocaust Series Part 1 with Tali Nates, Catherine Boyd and Mduduzi NtuliThis is the first episode in a series on the Holocaust. We have invited the experts at the Johannesburg Holocaust and Genocide Centre to come and speak with us on how a culture of hatred is created in society, and how this applies to Nazi Germany. Tali Nates introduces us to the Centre and provides us with some history of the Centre as well. Mduduzi Ntuli shows how identity formation gives rise to the concept of "othering," and how stereotypes and prejudices lay the foundation for hatred to develop. Tali shares stories about the Jews before World War II...
2020-06-0544 minHigh School History Recap#31 The Russian Revolution of 1905In this episode we discuss the causes and effects of the Russian Revolution of 1905. We look at the situation in Russia at the start of the 20th century, and how the rule of the last Romanov tsar, Nicholas II, contributed to the volatile situation in 1905. We talk about Father Gapon's march on the Winter Palace and the events that became known as Bloody Sunday. Was the 1905 Revolution a "dress rehearsal" for October 1917? Lenin thought so. We investigate if this is a true assertion. The 1905 Revolution surely laid the foundation for events to follow in February and October 1917. We've made...
2020-06-0538 minHigh School History Recap#30 The Anti-war Movement in the United States with Dr Christine KellyIn this episode, we discuss the Anti-war Movement and civil society protest in the US with Dr Christine Kelly. Christine lectures at Fordham University. She is a passionate historian who clearly articulates the complexities of civil society protest in 1950's and 1960's. She did her PhD dissertation on folk music and how it relates to second wave feminism. We investigate the impact of the Anti-war Movement on the Vietnam War. We learn that the Anti-war Movement were, in a sense, born out of other movements such as the Civil Rights Movement, the Women's Liberation Movement, and the Student Movement...
2020-06-031h 17High School History Recap#28 Stimela! How Trains Changed South AfricaIn this episode, we look at the embodiment of industrialization: the steam train. We recap some of the main features of the Industrial Revolution, and then turn our attention to how railways changed time, space and behaviour. We also investigate the significance of trains in South African history. To understand the symbolism of railways, one needs some background information on the mineral revolution in South Africa, as well as the associated migrant labour system that developed. We talk about the musical heritage around trains, e.g. Shosholoza and Hugh Masekela's Stimela. Sources used for this episode include: Wolfgang Schivelbush's...
2020-05-2929 minHigh School History Recap#Short Guerrilla Warfare in the Vietnam War with RossIn this #Short, Ross Nelson tells us more about guerrilla warfare in the Vietnam War.Support the show
2020-05-2903 minHigh School History Recap#27 History Skills: Source Analysis and EvaluationIn this episode, Michael Cocks of History Skills joins us again to discuss source criticism. He shares a very valuable tool with us to help do source analysis: IOP CAM. First you consider the information in the source, then the origin, then the perspective, then the context, then the audience and lastly motive. Michael applies these skills to the stele (stone monument) of Egyptian pharaoh, Senusret III. We also look at source evaluation, i.e. to determine the usefulness and reliability of historical sources. We end of with another example: this time a photograph taken in no man's land...
2020-05-2735 minHigh School History Recap#Short Serfdom with JustineIn this #Short, Justine Naude defines the historical concept of "serfdom."Support the show
2020-05-2401 minHigh School History Recap#Short Communism with KetsileIn this #Short, Ketsile Dikobe defines the concept "Communism."Support the show
2020-05-2402 minHigh School History Recap#Short Monarchy with LesediIn this #Short, Lesedi Phosa defines the historical concept "monarchy" for us.Support the show
2020-05-2401 minHigh School History Recap#StudentSpecial The Remarkable Life of Leo Tolstoy with BabaloIn this #StudentSpecial, Babalo Ngoma shares her research on Lev (Leo) Tolstoy. This famous Russian writer wrote books such as "War and Peace" and "Anna Karenina." We learn more about these works, but also look at the light his writing sheds on 19th century Russia. He once remarked that we are all born innocent, but that institutions corrupt us. He was quite critical of the institutions of serfdom and the Russian Orthodox Church. Babalo made use of several sources, but one we want to point out is Mark Steinberg @TheGreatCourses. Support the show
2020-05-2428 minHigh School History Recap#22 The End of the Vietnam WarIn this episode we conclude our series on Vietnam. We consider Richard Nixon's policy of Vietnamization (or "De-Americanization") and the events leading up to Nixon announcing the end of American involvement in Vietnam on 23 January 1973. Nixon was very focused on US foreign policy and we see him visit the Soviet Union and China. Did these visits help bring the war to an end? What about the years following the withdrawal of the United States? Nixon is replaced by Gerald Ford after the Watergate Scandal and we see North Vietnam conquering the South: effectively a victory for the Communist North...
2020-05-191h 06High School History Recap#21 How We Learn History with Raoul MeyerIn this episode we talk with Raoul Meyer about how we learn history. Raoul is a history teacher with 25 years experience and he has written many of the scripts of John Greene's Crash Course History series. I'm sure many history teachers are familiar with the Crash Course series (@TheCrashCourse)? Raoul has been thinking a lot about the best way to teach history. And this is important, because to teach history in the best way we need to understand how we learn history! We really cover a number of topics and do quite a bit of name dropping, e.g...
2020-05-171h 15High School History Recap#Q&A The Vietnam War with Captain Nick BoireIn this episode (the first of our #Q&A's), Colin poses some of our students' questions about the Vietnam War to Captain Nick Boire, who is an active member of the USMC (United States Marine Corps). We find out more about American perceptions of the war and the effect it had on the American society. Did the Vietnam War have an effect on later US military and diplomatic actions?Support the show
2020-05-1651 minHigh School History Recap#19 The Rise of Agrarian CivilizationsIn this episode we investigate why the very first farming civilizations did not appear in Africa which is considered to be the cradle of humankind. We then turn our attention to Mesopotamia and discuss how farming villages started there between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. We look at the first big city of Uruk and then consider some of the reasons for the rise of states. What are states and how do they form? How does an empire differ from a state? We then briefly explore the very first empires: the Akkadian and Assyrian Empires. What were some of t...
2020-05-1451 minHigh School History Recap#Short The Domino Theory with MatthewIn these #Shorts we get our students to define important concepts from history. In this first #Short, Matthew Andrews explains the Domino Theory. Support the show
2020-05-1102 minHigh School History Recap#StudentSpecial The Epic of Gilgamesh with Mel and NatashaThis is our first #StudentSpecial. In these episodes we'll discuss some special interest topics with some of our students. In this one, Mel van Deventer and Natasha Peters join me to talk about the world's oldest written story. It was found on clay tablets in ancient Mesopotamia and tells the story of a famous king of Uruk. We lay out the different parts of the story and discuss some of the themes. We meet characters like Enkidu and Utnapishtim and consider the interesting twists in the story. We've drawn on the work of Professor Glenn S Holland @TheGreatCourses and...
2020-05-0834 minHigh School History Recap#16 History Skills with Michael CocksIn this episode we have a discussion with a high school history teacher from Australia. Michael Cocks is the creator of the very helpful History Skills website. We find out what inspired him to become a history teacher. He gives us some background on how history as a subject is structured in his country. Michael introduces us to his history skills categories of historical knowledge, researching, source criticism and essay writing. The idea is to explore these categories in more depth in later podcasts. We also look at what makes history a valuable subject to learn. This is really...
2020-05-0840 minHigh School History Recap#15 The German Offensive in Western EuropeIn this episode we continue the story of World War II. We briefly look at the Phony War and then continue with Germany's attack on Denmark and Norway. We then consider Germany's plan for the rest of Europe, specifically looking at the Maginot Line and Von Manstein's plan to invade France through the Ardennes. We look at the attacks on the Netherlands and Belgium and how the Germans managed to pin the Allied forces to the coast. We also discuss what happened at Dunkirk and how the Germans then set course for Paris. We end the discussion with the...
2020-05-0747 minHigh School History Recap#14 Working Conditions in Textile Factories: A Source-based AssessmentIn this episode we investigate the working conditions in British textile factories during the Industrial Revolution. We base our investigation on four primary sources as a way to introduce our listeners to important history skills. We've based this discussion on Stanford History Education Group's historical thinking chart. We introduce the skills of sourcing, contextualization, corroboration and close reading. We've also provided some background knowledge on the start of cotton factories in Britain. Here we've drawn on the work of the historian Patrick Allitt. He teachers a very informative course on @TheGreatCourses.Support the show
2020-05-0556 minHigh School History Recap#13 Writing a Good Discursive Essay with Robyn MowattIn this episode we discuss how to write a good discursive history essay according to IEB assessment criteria. Robyn is an assessment specialist with the IEB (Independent Examinations Board) in South Africa. We find out why we write essays in history. We discuss the types of essays written in the IEB. We look at all the important features of a good discursive essay. We try to establish how the discursive essay links to historical inquiry in general. We analyze the whole process of essay writing from selecting the right question, unpacking the question, doing your planning, writing a good...
2020-04-281h 34High School History Recap#12 Rise of the Russian MarxistsIn this episode we pick up the story of Russia with the reign of the "Great Reformer" Alexander II and the development of the Nihilist and Populist movements. We show how discontent for serfdom and the monarchy grew and how different groups took up the struggle for a more equal society until it found a voice (and strategy) in the ideas of Karl Marx. We discuss the pathways that ultimately led to the formation of Vladimir Lenin's vanguard, the Bolsheviks. We've drawn extensively on the work of the historian Mark Steinberg @TheGreatCourses. PS: Alexander II died in 1881....
2020-04-261h 30High School History Recap#11 The American War in VietnamIn this episode we continue our discussion of the Vietnam War. We cover the period from the Geneva Conference in 1954 to the end of Lyndon Johnson's presidency in 1968. We look at the creation of North and South Vietnam under the leadership of Ho Chi Minh and Ngo Dinh Diem respectively. We look at the assistance the Soviets and the Chinese gave to Hanoi and the establishment of the Ho Chi Minh Trail. We distinguish between the ARVN, the NVA and the Viet Cong. What was JFK's policy in Vietnam? How did Lyndon Johnson escalate America's involvement in Vietnam? We...
2020-04-211h 32High School History Recap#10 Early Russian History until the Reign of Nicholas IIn this episode we look at early Russian history, from the founding of the Viking state Kievan Rus to the rule of Nicholas I in the 1800's. We specifically discuss the foundation of Russian state ideology in the 1830's and 1840's. We look at influences like Westernization, but also at the cemented institutions of orthodoxy, autocracy and serfdom. The Pugachev and Decembrist Rebellions are put into context. We also consider the contribution of the intelligentsia at positioning Russian identity. A source we can recommend is @The Great Courses, specifically the series by Mark Steinberg. Please post comments or questions...
2020-04-141h 08High School History Recap#9 From Foraging to FarmingIn this episode we turn to Big History, and explore humanity's transition from a nomadic foraging (i.e. hunter-gatherer) way of life to the more settled existence of farming. Historians call this transition the agricultural revolution. It is a pity that certain school curricula don't include a broader view of our past. There are brilliant Big History and World History websites one can access (e.g. www.oerproject.com) that really takes you on an epic journey through time and space. We look at some of the features of forager societies, and consider the advantages and disadvantages of farming.
2020-04-1045 minHigh School History Recap#8 The lead up to American involvement in VietnamIn this episode we discuss the history of Vietnam from the early 1800's up to the Geneva Conference of 1954. We look at the Vietnamese's everlasting struggle for independence; especially from the early days of French colonial rule until the end of the French and Indochina War. We consider the motivations of the leader Ho Chi Minh and his Viet Minh movement. We try and place the Vietnam war in the context of the Cold War. Support the show
2020-04-081h 02High School History Recap#Bonus How should we remember Jan Smuts? With Paul LudiIn this bonus episode, we talk to Paul Ludi who did his master's thesis on Jan Smuts. Smuts can be considered one of the main founders of the country of South Africa; yet he rarely gets any significant attention in contemporary high school history books. Here we consider his real legacy: his academic brilliance and statesmanship, but also his segregationist attitude. What were his views on race, and in which way was he merely a product of his generation. To comment, please visit us on twitter @WilliamHPalk.Support the show
2020-04-031h 03High School History Recap#6 The invasion of Poland and BlitzkriegIn this episode we look at the events leading up to Germany's invasion of Poland on 1 Sep 1939. The invasion of Poland is seen as the start of World War II. We also discuss how the Germans revolutionized warfare at this juncture. We consider the different components of Blitzkrieg or lightning warfare. Support the show
2020-04-0223 minHigh School History Recap#5 What were the Changes in Farming that laid the Foundation for the start of the Industrial Revolution in England?This is our first remotely recorded episode during lock-down in South Africa (hence the difference in audio). In this episode, Colin and I explore the changes in farming that laid the foundation for the start of the Industrial Revolution in England. We discuss the enclosure movement, changes in farming techniques and technology, and the sharing of farming information. For this episode we draw on the work of Patrick Allitt who teaches a course on the Industrial Revolution on @TheGreatCourses. Please share your comments with us @WilliamHPalk or email us at williamhpalk78@gmail.com.Support the show
2020-03-3121 minHigh School History Recap#Bonus What were some of history's deadliest pandemics?In this episode we discuss some of history's deadliest pandemics and the impact some of them had on society. We also look at the origins of COVID-19. We draw on information from @FlintDibble, @VisualCap, @TheGreatCourses, @lfspinney, @harari_yuval and @NAChristakis. We also share some tips to remain safe in this time, and ponder on how governments should best deal with this pandemic. We hope you enjoy it! Please follow us on twitter @WilliamHPalk. Stay safe guys!Support the show
2020-03-2754 minHigh School History Recap#3 Hitler's Aggressive and Expansionist Foreign PolicyIn this episode we discuss Hitler's foreign policy - from retaking the Rhineland to the invasion of Poland. We recap his rise to power in the face of a global economic crisis and comment on his ambition. We consider whether his quest for lebensraum was the main impetus of his foreign policy. We mention Chamberlain's policy of appeasement and look at the controversial Non-Aggression Pact Hitler signed with Stalin. Please contact us at williamhpalk78@gmail.com or at the twitter handle @WilliamHPalk. Support the show
2020-03-2532 minHigh School History Recap#2 Why did the Industrial Revolution start in Great Britain?In this episode we explore all the factors that contributed to the start of the Industrial Revolution in Great Britain from around the 1700's. We go beyond the notion that industrialization started in Britain because they had the natural resources of coal, iron and water. We draw on the work of the historian Patrick Allitt. Please contact us at williamhpalk78@gmail.com or at the twitter handle @WilliamHPalk.Support the show
2020-03-2324 min
High School History Recap#1 History as an ArgumentIn this episode we try to define the study of history and discuss the approach we follow in our teaching, i.e. not just learning history but doing it. We also consider what makes for a good historical argument. Here we draw on the work of Sam Wineburg.Support the show
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