Best Middlesex Podcasts (2025)

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Middlesex by Jeffrey Eugenides: Flop Dog Stands 57:07

17d ago57:07

57:07

We're two-thirds of the way through Season 4, and this week is a big one: we're reading Middlesex by Jeffrey Eugenides! The book covers a lot of ground, we have a lot of thoughts, and the historical accuracy section is a lot longer than usual! Five or Flop is a podcast dedicated to the best and worst historical fiction has to offer. Each week we'll…

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Dead Dead Girls by Nekesa Afia: Everything’s Flop Babe 32:29

3d ago32:29

32:29

We're excited to introduce a new subgenre to the pod this week with our first mystery novel! Find out the person, place, and weapon in this week's episode on Dead Dead Girls by Nekesa Afia. Five or Flop is a podcast dedicated to the best and worst historical fiction has to offer. Each week we'll be reading a new book and rating it on a scale of flo…

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Episode 48: Backstage with Prof Jason Leitch, former National Clinical Director of the Scottish Government 1:00:59

3d ago1:00:59

1:00:59

Jason Leitch on Leadership, Public Trust & Fixing the Hoover In this powerful and personal episode, Professor Jason Leitch – former National Clinical Director of the Scottish Government – joins Dr. Nish Manek for an honest, insightful conversation on what it truly means to lead through crisis. From storytelling and the imposter syndrome to the pres…

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Run-fests, Gloucestershire's seamer exodus and bat gauges 53:22

8d ago53:22

53:22

The County Conversation podcast is sponsored by Dafabet, the world’s leading online betting site. To find out more, visit: http://dafa.io/TheCricketer 18+ | Gamble Responsibly | BeGambleAware.org 0:00 Intro 00:17 We're back! 05:57 Transfer season 21:12 Bat gauges 52:50 Outro Award-winning, exclusive content and more at your fingertips - every day -…

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Meet KMM's Newest Staff Members! 20:36

8d ago20:36

20:36

In this episode of Mobility Matters Podcast, we talk with KMM's newest team members, Izzy Gonzalez, Safe Routes to School Coordinator and Connor Wallace, Program Coordinator. Many of you have met Izzy and Connor from the dozens of bike rodeos and community outreach events KMM has organized. Izzy and Connor have been working tirelessly to create new…

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CATCHING UP WITH…Communications Media Alumni Panel - Visions 2025 Part 2 (of 2) 22:11

9d ago22:11

22:11

CATCHING UP WITH… is an ongoing series where Fitchburg State alumni reflect on their time here on campus, celebrate their accomplishments and discuss how they got from here to where they are now. This is part two of our special two-part episode featuring Fitchburg State graduates of the Communication Media Department sharing how they took their fir…

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The House of Doors by Tan Twan Eng: Flopping on the Veranda 41:30

10d ago41:30

41:30

We're crossing decades and oceans this week, and juggling tons of real-life historical figures: we're reading The House of Doors by Tan Twan Eng! Five or Flop is a podcast dedicated to the best and worst historical fiction has to offer. Each week we'll be reading a new book and rating it on a scale of flop, fine, or five. The theme for Season Four …

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The Kookaburra strikes back 48:37

20d ago48:37

48:37

Cameron Ponsonby and The Cricketer's Nick Friend discuss the first of four Kookaburra rounds and are joined on the show by Dane Vilas, Middlesex's interim head coach, and England Women's national selector Lydia Greenway. The County Conversation podcast is sponsored by Dafabet, the world’s leading online betting site. To find out more, visit: http:/…

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Episode 47: Backstage with Prof Sir Steve Powis, National Medical Director 1:07:14

21d ago1:07:14

1:07:14

In this landmark episode of the Next GenCast, Dr. Nish Manek sits down with Professor Sir Steve Powis, just weeks before he steps down as National Medical Director of the NHS in England after more than seven years in the role. This is not just an interview — it's an unfiltered, powerful reflection on leadership under pressure, told by the man who s…

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Under the Udala Trees by Chinelo Okparanta: Flopping in a Feminist Modern Way 40:24

24d ago40:24

40:24

Cantoras, Part 2? Grace and Erin disagree over this week's book, Under the Udala Trees, but we're excited to return to an era we previously visited in Season 2! Five or Flop is a podcast dedicated to the best and worst historical fiction has to offer. Each week we'll be reading a new book and rating it on a scale of flop, fine, or five. The theme f…

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Kookaburra returns as Blast reaches halfway point 44:32

29d ago44:32

44:32

Cameron Ponsonby and Nick Friend discuss the return of the Kookaburra ball for the next four rounds of County Championship cricket, as the men's and women's Blast competitions reach the halfway mark. The County Conversation podcast is sponsored by Dafabet, the world’s leading online betting site. To find out more, visit: http://dafa.io/TheCricketer…

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A Lady for a Duke by Alexis Hall: Premise Five, Practice Flop 52:45

1M ago52:45

52:45

This week, we tackle our romance pick for the season: A Lady for a Duke, a classic historical romance with an LGBTQ+ twist! Five or Flop is a podcast dedicated to the best and worst historical fiction has to offer. Each week we'll be reading a new book and rating it on a scale of flop, fine, or five. The theme for Season Four is Reading Rainbow. Le…

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CATCHING UP WITH…Communications Media Alumni Panel - Visions 2025 Part 1 (of 2) 26:27

1M ago26:27

26:27

CATCHING UP WITH…is an ongoing series where Fitchburg State alumni reflect on their time here on campus, celebrate their accomplishments and discuss how they got from here to where they are now. This special two-part episode features the Alumni Panel of the 2025 Visions Exhibition, Fitchburg State University’s annual event that showcases the best o…

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Schedule changes and Northants' fast Blast start 51:48

1M ago51:48

51:48

Cameron Ponsonby, Nick Friend and George Dobell discuss plans for the new, men's county summer schedule, Surrey Women dominating the Blast, and Northants' getting off to a fast start in the men's competition. The County Conversation podcast is sponsored by Dafabet, the world’s leading online betting site. To find out more, visit: http://dafa.io/The…

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Cantoras by Caro de Robertis: Erin's Flight Flops Again 46:08

1M ago46:08

46:08

Erin's back from Ireland with another plane story, Grace's AC is on full blast, and we have a new book and a new era on deck: Cantoras by Caro de Robertis, set in 1970s Uruguay! Note: Erin was correct in the episode! The Thirty Names of Night did win the Stonewall Book Award in 2021. Five or Flop is a podcast dedicated to the best and worst histori…

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FIVE WITH A FALCON: Annabella Valle, Theater & Film/Video Production (COMM '25) 5:51

1M ago5:51

5:51

Annabella Valle (COMM ‘25) studied both Theater and Film and Video Production at Fitchburg State University as a Communications Media major. In this episode of FIVE WITH A FALCON, Annabella shares her passion for Fitchburg State’s theater program -- in particular the impact of Professors Mary Vreeland and Kelly Morgan on her professional and person…

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T20 crowds, Jimmy in the Blast, why June 1 matters 46:20

1M ago46:20

46:20

Host Cameron Ponsonby and The Cricketer's Nick Friend discuss dwindling crowds in the Blast, James Anderson's T20 return, the individual winners from England Lions' draw with India and the significance of June 1. The County Conversation podcast is sponsored by Dafabet, the world’s leading online betting site. To find out more, visit: http://dafa.io…

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Daughters of the Deer by Danielle Daniel: How Do You Say Flop in French? 1:10:06

1M ago1:10:06

1:10:06

It's a special week, not only because we're reading Daughters of the Deer, but because we are joined by a special guest host: Jen! Will this episode be streamed more than Love in the Time of Cholera? Let's find out! The queer indigenous language source cited by Erin in the historical accuracy section can be found here: https://queerlanguage.com/201…

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County Championship reaches halftime, Middlesex's Blast misery, Lancs win FA Cup 52:02

2M ago52:02

52:02

On this week's pod... host Cameron Ponsonby and The Cricketer's Nick Friend discuss the state of play in the County Championship at the halfway stage, catch up with Mel Farrell in Rome, and take a look at Middlesex's remarkable T20 numbers. The County Conversation podcast is sponsored by Dafabet, the world’s leading online betting site. To find out…

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The Pull of the Stars by Emma Donoghue: Finally Free From Flops 50:55

2M ago50:55

50:55

We're off to Ireland (and so is Erin) this week, reading The Pull of the Stars by Emma Donoghue! Hopefully, Erin doesn't catch the Spanish flu while she's there. Five or Flop is a podcast dedicated to the best and worst historical fiction has to offer. Each week we'll be reading a new book and rating it on a scale of flop, fine, or five. The theme …

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Episode 46: Backstage with Prof Sir Chris Whitty 55:55

2M ago55:55

55:55

For this episode, I’m absolutely honoured to be joined by someone I've wanted to interview for a long time: Prof Sir Chris Whitty, Chief Medical Officer for England. Ever wondered about the man behind the podium—the calm, steady voice that guided the nation through one of its toughest times? Well, today, you get to hear his story. There’s so much m…

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Tailenders opening and Zimbabwe in county cricket 44:43

2M ago44:43

44:43

Host Cameron Ponsonby and The Cricketer's Nick Friend discuss tailenders open the batting, first wins, and Zimbabwe, who are in town for a one-off Test, and for county cricketers it is becoming a very popular destination. The County Conversation podcast is sponsored by Dafabet, the world’s leading online betting site. To find out more, visit: http:…

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E27: Joel and Lucas Oakeley Create A Character 1:06:19

2M ago1:06:19

1:06:19

Joel creates a whole new format for the book club and pulls in writer Lucas Oakeley to build a character from scratch. Expect dice, coin flips and... long necks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Persian Boy by Mary Renault: Alexander the Flop 36:12

2M ago36:12

36:12

This week, Erin confronts an old enemy when we read Mary Renault's The Persian Boy, the second in her Alexander the Great trilogy. Five or Flop is a podcast dedicated to the best and worst historical fiction has to offer. Each week we'll be reading a new book and rating it on a scale of flop, fine, or five. The theme for Season Four is Reading Rain…

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CATCHING UP WITH ... President Donna Hodge Catches Up with Peter Reynolds (COMM '83) 36:43

2M ago36:43

36:43

In this episode of the CATCHING UP WITH... series, Fitchburg State University President Donna Hodge catches up with Peter Reynolds (COMM ’83), as he talks about his journey from being a hungry Fitchburg State graphic design student in the Communications Media department to best-selling author, illustrator, and 2025 Commencement Speaker. Peter Reyno…

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The County Conversation: Women's run-fest, trouble at Lancs, and stifling Surrey 54:06

2M ago54:06

54:06

Host Cameron Ponsonby and The Cricketer's Nick Friend discuss the glut of runs in the women's One-Day Cup, what is going on at Lancashire and whether counties have found a way of stopping Surrey. The County Conversation podcast is sponsored by Dafabet, the world’s leading online betting site. To find out more, visit: https://tinyurl.com/bdhksd64 0:…

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FIVE WITH A (future) FALCON: Danny Schaffer (COMM '27), from Middlesex Community College to Fitchburg State University 4:18

2M ago4:18

4:18

In this episode of FIVE WITH A (future) FALCON, Emily Puccia (COMM '26) talks to Danny Schaffer (COMM '27) about his goals and aspirations as he makes the transition from Middlesex Community College to Fitchburg State University starting the Fall 2025 semester. Danny completed his Associates Degree at Middlesex in film and video production -- and i…

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The Thirty Names of Night by Zeyn Joukhadar: An Unprecedented Number of Flops in NYC 40:18

2M ago40:18

40:18

In this episode, we're headed to both Syria AND Little Syria with The Thirty Names of Night by Zeyn Joukhadar! We hope you like birds, because there certainly are an unprecedented number of them. Five or Flop is a podcast dedicated to the best and worst historical fiction has to offer. Each week we'll be reading a new book and rating it on a scale …

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NJ TRANSIT AVATAR Pilot with Jack Dean, Sr. Program Director, Research & Community Services at NJ Transit 33:54

2M ago33:54

33:54

What do Autonomous Vehicles and NJ TRANSIT have in common? In this latest podcast episode, Arlene Holt and Brian Tobin talk with John (Jack) Dean, Sr. Program Director, Research & Community Services at NJ Transit, about a unique pilot program that was sponsored by NJ TRANSIT in 2023, with help from Rutgers University’s Center for Advanced Infrastru…

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The art of batting with Jarrod Kimber & the rebirth of cricket's FA Cup 54:42

2M ago54:42

54:42

On this week's episode... Cameron Ponsonby and Nick Friend discuss Division Two thrillers, the art of batting with Jarrod Kimber, who joins the show to discuss his new book, and the rebirth of cricket's FA Cup. 0:00: Intro 00:08: Division Two thrillers 21:45: Knockout cricket is back 33:33: Jarrod Kimber interview 54:20: Outro Jarrod's book, The Ar…

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Gwen and Art Are Not in Love by Lex Croucher: Camelflop 53:10

2M ago53:10

53:10

We're back this week with another audiobook and another Grace and Erin disagreement: it's Arthurian legend time, and we're reading Gwen and Art Are Not in Love! Five or Flop is a podcast dedicated to the best and worst historical fiction has to offer. Each week we'll be reading a new book and rating it on a scale of flop, fine, or five. The theme f…

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SPECIAL EPISODE: Prof. Kisha Tracy, Harrod Lecturer, on Decolonizing the Study of Disability in the Middle Ages 17:31

3M ago17:31

17:31

Professor of English Studies Kisha Tracy, who holds a Ph.D. in Medieval Studies from the University of Connecticut, discusses her research shared in a recent Harrod Lecture, Fitchburg State’s longstanding faculty lecture series. Dr. Tracy explores decolonizing the study of disability in the Middle Ages -- and how that research fits more broadly wit…

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Notts' title charge, Leicestershire flying & tier one's launch 1:00:57

3M ago1:00:57

1:00:57

On this week's episode... Cameron Ponsonby and Nick Friend ask: Is this Notts' year? Are Leicestershire the funnest team in the country? And how has the launch of Tier One gone? Elsewhere, George Dobell recaps Surrey's win over Somerset at The Oval, and Nick speaks to former Leicestershire skipper, Lewis Hill. 0:00 Intro 0:08: Notts' title charge 1…

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Fellow Travelers by Thomas Mallon: Floppy Bottom 1:09:14

3M ago1:09:14

1:09:14

Five or Flop is back, and with the help of a special guest, we're kicking off Reading Rainbow with Fellow Travelers by Thomas Mallon! Are we more excited to discuss a book set in DC, or an adaptation starring Jonathan Bailey? Listen and find out! Five or Flop is a podcast dedicated to the best and worst historical fiction has to offer. Each week we…

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Episode 45: Backstage with Dr Becks Fisher 55:47

3M ago55:47

55:47

On today’s episode, I’m absolutely honoured to be joined by my dear friend, Dr Becks Fisher. Becks is a GP and the Director of Research and Policy at the Nuffield Trust—a hugely respected voice in UK health policy. Becks helped to co-found Next Gen GP nearly eight years ago, and she’s been a close friend and someone I’ve deeply admired ever since. …

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England hopefuls, state-school cricket & tier-two shocks 56:16

3M ago56:16

56:16

On this week's episode... Cameron Ponsonby and Nick Friend look at the players on England's radar, discuss tier-two upsets, and delve into the world of state-school cricket. Elsewhere, Mel Farrell joins the show to reflect on the major talking points from the clash between Essex and Worcestershire at Chelmsford, and Nick interviews Worcestershire W…

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FIVE WITH A FALCON: Nicole Salerno & Study Abroad at Fitchburg State University 8:48

3M ago8:48

8:48

In this episode of FIVE WITH A FALCON, Gabriel Rivera (HIST '26) interviews Nicole Salerno. Nicole is the Assistant Director of Study Abroad in the International Education office at Fitchburg State and is passionate about helping students discover new academic opportunities abroad. Join us and listen to what Nicole has to say about her sense of bel…

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Work Zone Safety Month with George Fallat, Supervising Engineer for the Middlesex County, NJ Department of Transportation. 18:14

3M ago18:14

18:14

April is not only Distracted Driving Awareness Month but it's also Work Zone Safety Month. In this episode of Mobility Matters, KMM's Executive Director, Brian Tobin talks with George Fallat, Supervising Engineer, for the Office of Engineering at the Middlesex County Department of Transportation, about the importance of safe driving and working in …

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FIVE WITH A FALCON: Isaiah Manuel (COMM '25) from Fitchburg State to TD Garden and beyond 6:38

3M ago6:38

6:38

In this episode of FIVE WITH A FALCON, Isaiah Manuel (COMM '25) details his journey at Fitchburg State as a student in the Film/Video Production program. From coming out of the pandemic as a shy and reserved person with no solid direction to becoming an active member in the Communications Media department and taking first place at a student media s…

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Project Darwin: Tier 1 & 2 preview 1:06:23

3M ago1:06:23

1:06:23

On this week's episode, Cameron Ponsonby and Nick Friend discuss the launch of Project Darwin - the regeneration of women’s domestic cricket - and the general unknowns of what is ahead. Oscar Ress stops by to reflect on Charlotte Edwards' last day as Hampshire coach, and Mel Farrell covers what the Australian Women's domestic system got right, and …

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English seamers, overseas regs & triple hundreds 47:00

3M ago47:00

47:00

On this week's episode, Cameron Ponsonby and Nick Friend reflect on the first week of County Championship action, discuss the complexities of overseas recruitment, and come to the startling conclusion that Brian Lara was "good" at cricket... 0:00 Intro 0:08 Championship opener shows off England's depth 17:36: Keith Dudgeon on Joe Root's helping han…

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The Cricketer's County Conversation: County Championship preview 50:19

4M ago50:19

50:19

The Cricketer's County Conversation returns! On this week's episode, Cameron Ponsonby and Nick Friend are joined by The Cricketer's newest signing, Melinda Farrell, chief correspondent George Dobell, and new PCA chair Olly Hannon-Dalby as we look ahead to the 2025 county summer! 0:00 Intro 0:08 What have you missed this winter? 17:34: What does thi…

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E26: Róisín Lanigan's I Want To Go Home But I'm Already There 41:02

4M ago41:02

41:02

Joel speaks to Róisín Lanigan about her latest, I Want To Go Home But I'm Already There, a ghost story set against the horror of the current housing crisis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Somehow Five AND Flop: HBO's Dear America Film Adaptations 24:16

4M ago24:16

24:16

It's the final bonus episode of Season 3, and it's a special one- we're watching two half-hour long short film adaptations of So Far From Home and Cleopatra! Five or Flop is a podcast dedicated to the best and worst historical fiction has to offer. Each week we'll be reading a new book and rating it on a scale of flop, fine, or five. The theme for …

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SPECIAL EPISODE: Juliana Ricci 7:51

4M ago7:51

7:51

To commemorate Women's History Month, we look to those who will one day make history. When pursuing our dreams, we are often met with obstacles and conflicts that can lead us down the path of demotivation and loss of confidence. This is not the case with Juliana Ricci, a student at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), majoring in aerospace engine…

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Flop for Making Us Cry: Watching Ashes in the Snow 23:36

4M ago23:36

23:36

We're back with a far less happy movie adaptation. We're watching Ashes in the Snow, the movie version of Between Shades of Gray by Ruta Sepetys! Join us for a good cry and more identifying where we know the cast from. Five or Flop is a podcast dedicated to the best and worst historical fiction has to offer. Each week we'll be reading a new book an…

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Five Cast, Flop Soundtrack: The Catherine, Called Birdy Movie 23:21

4M ago23:21

23:21

It's the most anticipated adaptation of season three: today we're watching Lena Dunham's film adaptation of Catherine, Called Birdy! Five or Flop is a podcast dedicated to the best and worst historical fiction has to offer. Each week we'll be reading a new book and rating it on a scale of flop, fine, or five. The theme for Season Three is Back to S…

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The Fives and Flops to Rule Them All: A Complete Podcast Ranking 29:27

4M ago29:27

29:27

We're back from a brief hiatus with our first between-season bonus episode! In this episode, we're revisiting all of our past reads and choosing the floppiest flops, the finest fines, and the fivest fives. Five or Flop is a podcast dedicated to the best and worst historical fiction has to offer. Each week we'll be reading a new book and rating it o…

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CLASSROOM STORIES: Say It Louder! A Progression in Hip Hop Aggression by Adam Fournier 46:58

5M ago46:58

46:58

Today, we present one of the episodes produced in this winter's course on the Politics and Poetics of Hip-Hop offered by historian and Professor Katherine Jewell. The assignment said: "This assignment is your chance to advance your own interpretation of the evolution or application of the knowledge and insight developed this term. In a one-hour rad…

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CLASSROOM STORIES: Women and Hip-Hop History by Toni Magras 25:38

5M ago25:38

25:38

In this episode, in honor of Black History Month, we present one of the episodes produced in this winter's course on the Politics and Poetics of Hip-Hop offered by historian and Professor Katherine Jewell. The assignment said: "This assignment is your chance to advance your own interpretation of the evolution or application of the knowledge and ins…

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