Food—A Cultural Culinary History Podcast
First Restaurants, Chefs, and Gastronomy
In today’s podcast we’re going to learn about the West’s first true restaurants in 18th-century Paris. […]
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Classical Philosophy
The Pedagogy of Confucius
Almost everyone is familiar with the name Confucius, but not as many are familiar with the impact his philosophy has made on the world at large. Confucius’s concepts of how life should be experienced, the dynamics between citizen and government, the structure of family, and his views on how to operate in an increasingly turbulent society remain relevant hundreds of years after his death. They formed the philosophical backbone of East Asian civilization as well as influencing the Western world in innumerable ways […]
Business and Economics
How To Start A Business: The Lean Start-Up Approach
When should a new business follow a lean start-up approach? Learn about the pros and cons of this model and how it works in real world situations. […]
American History
America’s Founding Fathers: The Torch Podcast
The story of America’s founding—great men who debated, argued, persuaded, and negotiated their way to the U.S. Constitution—is as dramatic and instructive as any in the nation’s history. And there is no better way to tell the story of the Founding Fathers than by pairing an eminent U.S. historian with the very institution that is most synonymous with American history, the Smithsonian. […]
This Week in History
This Week In History: April 30 – May 6
This week in history: The world loses a Renaissance Man, the United States incorporates the capitol city, and Marx is born. Read more below and dive deeper with The Great Courses Plus. […]
Philosophy
The Meaning of “The Meaning of Life”
When asking the question “What is the meaning of life?”, you may want take a step back, reflect and begin by asking, “What is meant by the phrase ‘the meaning of life’”? […]
Applied Philosophy
American Government—How Big Should It Be?
To determine the best size for American government, one must look to the biggest names in economic theory: Adam Smith, Karl Marx, and John Maynard Keynes. […]
American History
An Icon of History: Thomas Jefferson’s Bible
Jefferson’s bible is an amazing artifact. It provides insight into Jefferson’s views and his handiwork, an amazing illustration of how this founding father himself practiced the freedom of religion so avidly sought for all Americans. […]
Learning Paths
Make Your Own Course: Women’s History
In honor of Women’s history month, we’ve compiled our favorite lectures on famous and influential women through history. Add these to your watchlist and binge-learn! […]
Christianity
The Historic Importance of Saint Paul
Saint Paul’s role in the development and spread of Christianity helped define it as a major world religion, instead of a sect within Judaism. Surprisingly, his writings rarely mention Jesus’ teachings at all… […]