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The History on Film Podcast

The History on Film Podcast is an award-winning wide-ranging podcast series that looks at the intersections of history, film and media studies, technology, and more. Our goal is to make the educational parts entertaining and the entertaining parts educational. New episodes every Monday morning! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:04:08

QB Draw with Dave Rappoccio

The History on Film Podcast ·

2026/02/02

Ross is joined by webcomic artist David Rapoccio to discuss NFL fandom, trends in sports culture, and the Super Bowl! It's got a little bit of everything- fandom studies, predictions and analysis, why the commercials aren't good anymore, Carl from Aqua Teen Hunger Force, and a game! And if you aren't a football fan, we tell you what to talk about so you can join in on the fun.FURTHER READING:Nanni, Ryan. The New Cats Turn 20.TheDrawPlay.com!FURTHER WATCHING:The Super Bowl!"Lisa the Greek""Bart

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1:24:06

Missing Inaction with Benjamin Railton

The History on Film Podcast ·

2026/01/26

Ross is joined by professor of American Studies Dr. Benjamin Railton, author of and co-creator of Black and White and Read All Over. Together, they do a deep-dive on a relatively-obscure episode of The X-Files, "Unrequited", which looks at the contested legacy, cultural impact, and unresolved trauma of the Vietnam War and the POW/MIA movement. You don't have to be an X-Files fan to listen to this episode, but it does help if you remember what Ross Perot's 1992 campaign song was.FURTHER

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1:15:40

The Episode They Don't Want You to Hear!

The History on Film Podcast ·

2026/01/19

Ross is joined by Robert Spinelli and Dr. Bethan Jones to discuss the history of conspiracy theories in popular culture. They look at how conspiratorial thinking reflects social and political anxieties, the ways in which conspiracy theorists are depicted in media, and the difficulty in approaching these topics academically. FURTHER READING:Spinelli, Robert (Ed.). The Lizard People Don't Want You to Read ThisJones, Bethan. Participatory Culture Wars: Controversy, Conflict, and Complicity in

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1:10:33

Film and Media History with Josie Torres Barth

The History on Film Podcast ·

2026/01/12

Ross kicks off the new mini-series "Class Notes" by speaking with Dr. Josie Torres Barth about her courses on Film and Media History! They discuss the major trends and focal points of the subject, the challenges of teaching media studies in our modern cultural ecosystem, and much more.FURTHER READING: Hilmes, Michele. Radio Voices: American Broadcasting, 1922-1952.Spigel, Lynn. Make Room for TV: Television and the Family Ideal in Postwar America.Schatz, Thomas. The Genius of the System: Hollywood

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55:07

So It's Come to This: A HoFCast Clip Show

The History on Film Podcast ·

2025/12/18

As we bid a fond farewell to a close friend and colleague, please enjoy this collection of fun moments from the HoFCast Archives.SEGMENTS:Biopic Mailbag Question: 3:50Cartoon Music Trivia: 13:35Christmas Movie Trivia: 38:00Stranger Things Prediction: 51:16 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:15:20

The Cold War on Christmas with Vaughn Joy

The History on Film Podcast ·

2025/12/15

Ross is joined by Dr. Vaughn Joy to discuss how the Cold War and McCarthyism reshaped the American concept of Christmas. Dr. Joy's new book, Selling Out Santa: Christmas Films in the Age of McCarthy looks at how Hollywood depictions of the holidays changed to reflect the pressures of domestic containment. FURTHER READING:Joy, Vaughn. Selling Out Santa: Christmas Films in the Age of McCarthy.Black and White and Read All OverFURTHER WATCHING:It's a Wonderful Life (1946)Klaus (2019) Hosted on Acast

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1:40:04

GoldenEye on the Prize with Paul Klein

The History on Film Podcast ·

2025/12/08

Ross is joined by returning guest Paul T Klein to talk about Bond, James Bond- specifically the 1995 franchise revival film, "GoldenEye". They talk about how the film engages with the End of History moment, reinventing Bond for the 90s, as well as the tremendous impact the N64 adaptation had on gaming. Ross celebrates the career of Joe Don Baker.FURTHER READING:Chapman, James. "License to Thrill: A Cultural History of the James Bond Films"Knoor, Alyse. "GoldenEye 007"FURTHER WATCHING:"GoldenEra"AND

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1:25:56

The Truth is Out There

The History on Film Podcast ·

2025/12/01

Ross is joined by Drs. Bethan Jones and Diane Rodgers to discuss the first of a multi-part series on "THE X-FILES". They discuss the show's history, its influence on popular culture and politics, how it helped shape fandom on the early internet, and more!FURTHER READING:Fenwick, James and Diane A. Rodgers, Eds. The Legacy of The X-Files.Jones, Bethan. The Truth is Still Out There: Thirty Years of The X-Files.FURTHER WATCHING: "The X-Files": "Pilot" (S1E1) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for

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1:11:36

Fandom is Magic with Brian David-Marshall

The History on Film Podcast ·

2025/11/24

Ross is joined by the one and only Brian David-Marshall to discuss the history and fandom of Magic: the Gathering! The world's first trading card game, Magic has had a profound influence on gaming and popular culture, and BDM has had a profound influence on Magic. They also talk holiday cookie recipes, life imitating art, and the early history of online social networking.FYI: This is part of an ongoing series of interviews I'm doing for a project, so if you are interested in hearing any more of

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1:28:56

"Garden State" of Mind with Chris DeVille

The History on Film Podcast ·

2025/11/17

Ross is joined by music journalist Chris DeVille to discuss his new book, Such Great Heights. They look at how the indie music boom of the early 2000s reflected larger changes in media consumption, as well as the influence of the internet and early social media. Also in this episode: an introduction to the history of technology, Rory Gilmore's taste in music, a scholarly approach to MySpace, the drama of getting RUSH tickets in 2025, and much more!FURTHER READING:DeVille, Chris. Such Great

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59:03

Eye on Springfield with Alan Siegel

The History on Film Podcast ·

2025/11/10

Ross is joined by Alan Siegel, senior staff writer at The Ringer and author of Stupid TV, Be More Funny: How the Golden Era of The Simpsons Changed Television -and America- Forever. They discuss the show's early success, influences, production, its place in the culture wars of the early 90s, and much more! Ross and Alan also share their thoughts on "The Naked Gun" (2025) and the "King of the Hill" revival.FURTHER READING:Siegel, Alan. Stupid TV, Be More Funny: How the Golden Era of The Simpsons

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2:28:17

McCarthy v. Murrow with Brad Schwartz

The History on Film Podcast ·

2025/11/03

Ross talks to writer and historian A. Brad Schwartz about the showdown between Senator Joseph McCarthy and broadcaster Edward R. Murrow as depicted in "Good Night and Good Luck", both on screen and stage. They discuss domestic containment, the evolution of broadcast news, and much more!FURTHER READING:Cloud, Stanley and Lynne Olson. The Murrow Boys: Pioneers on the Front Lines of Broadcast Journalism.Oshinsky, David. A Conspiracy so Immense: The World of Joe McCarthy.Griffith, Robert. The Politics

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58:34

Podcast of the Living Dead with Sarah Juliet Lauro

The History on Film Podcast ·

2025/10/27

Ross talks to Dr. Sarah Juliet Lauro about her book The Transatlantic Zombie: Slavery, Rebellion, and Living Death. They discuss where the zombie comes from, what it has represented historically, and how and why it continues to resonate. Happy Halloween!FURTHER READING:Lauro, Sarah Juliet. The Transatlantic Zombie: Slavery, Rebellion, and Living Death.FURTHER WATCHING:"Shaun of the Dead""Atlantics""Plan Nine from Outer Space" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:28:47

Full Moon Rising with Chris Olson

The History on Film Podcast ·

2025/10/20

Ross and Ryan are joined by returning guest Dr. Christopher Olson to talk about the career of filmmaker Charles Band! They discuss the director's filmography, his methods, and his influences. They also talk about the style and legacy of indie film-making in the era of home video.And make sure to check out our previous episode with Chris, all about his book on "Mystery Science Theater 3000"!Season 1, Episode 13: "Play MSTie for Me with Matt Foy and Christopher Olson"And our episode on how the VHS

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1:34:43

Jeffrey Weinstock's Flying Circus

The History on Film Podcast ·

2025/10/13

And now for something completely different. Ross and Ryan are joined by Dr. Jeffrey Weinstock to discuss the cultural history of famed British comedy troupe Monty Python. They discuss the group's influences and output, English absurdist comedy, fandom as a language, and much more.FURTHER READING:Weinstock, Jeffrey (ed. with Kate Egan). And Now for Something Completely Different: Critical Approaches to Monty Python.FURTHER WATCHING:The works of Monty Python!BONUS:Check out a recent segment Dr

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1:29:35

Chris Morgan Explains It All

The History on Film Podcast ·

2025/10/06

Ross and Ryan are joined by friend of the show David Morton to talk with Chris Morgan about 90s Nickelodeon and his book "The Nickelodeon '90s: Cartoons, Game Shows, and a Whole Bunch of Slime". They discuss the origins of the network, cable network fandom, and how and why the network changed. They also discuss some of the shows from that era, and how they informed the network's sensibilities. Let us know which shows were your favorites! Email Historyonfilmpodcast@gmail.com!FURTHER READING:Morgan,

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1:38:05

Shadow of the New Deal with Josh Shepperd

The History on Film Podcast ·

2025/09/29

Ross and Ryan speak with media historian Dr. Josh Shepperd about the founding of American public broadcasting and his book, Shadow of the New Deal: The Victory of Public Broadcasting. They look at how and why public media came to be, the value it has today, and why it is so important to protect. FURTHER READING:Shepperd, Josh. Shadow of the New Deal: The Victory of Public Broadcasting.CALL TO ACTION:Support your local public media! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2:51:48

The End of History on Film Podcast, Part 1 with The...

The History on Film Podcast ·

2025/09/22

Ross and Ryan kick off the start of season 2 by welcoming on The Feral Historian! They discuss three iconic films oriented around "the end of history", how and why that concept came into being, and its legacy. Unfortunately, Ross had to leave this one early, but not before making some truly terrible jokes. We're back, y'all!FURTHER READING:Hoel, Erik. We Can't Imagine an "End of History" in Sci-Fi AnymoreFURTHER WATCHING:The Feral Historian on YouTube! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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1:29

Season 2 Trailer

The History on Film Podcast ·

2025/08/25

Season 2 kicks off on September 22nd!Follow the show on Instagram! @histonfilmpodFollow the show on Bluesky! historyonfilm.bsky.socialFollow the show on Twitter! https://x.com/HistonFilmPodJoin our Discord server! https://discord.gg/UeGJfyXvConsider supporting us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/HOFCastOr email us at historyonfilmpodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:50:51

One-Hit Oneders

The History on Film Podcast ·

2025/07/14

Ross and Ryan celebrate summer break with an ALL-TIME great summertime, chill out, hang out, good vibes movie- "That Thing You Do!" (1996). They discuss making fake songs sound real, the movie's legacy as a millennial touchstone, the relationship between the music and film industries in the 1950s and 60s, Ross's love of rom-coms, and much more! Plus, HoFCast listeners share their thoughts on the film- and you can too! Whether you're watching it for the first time or the hundredth, let us know what

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