Topic: People S History

4 chapters across the catalog

Old Bag
Episode 1735 4:42 - 7:10

1735: Old Bag

TikTok Claim, White People and Historical Cannibalism

A TikTok creator named Kimistry claims that white people historically engaged in cannibalism of Black people during and after the Emancipation Proclamation. She cites books such as "The Delectable Negro" and "Edible People" to support her assertions. The hosts express skepticism, noting that some of the cited literature may be homoerotic fiction rather than historical record.

Doctored Evidence
Episode 1321 2:20:10 - 2:24:51

1321: Doctored Evidence

Howard Zinn, "A People's History" Critique

The hosts criticize the widespread use of Howard Zinn's "A People's History of the United States" in homeschooling curricula. They argue the book is "subtle propaganda" that radicalizes children against traditional history. The discussion touches on Zinn's self-identification as a Marxist and the perceived bias in his historical narrative.

Cluster Five
Episode 1319 2:26:50 - 2:32:36

1319: Cluster Five

Mary Graber, Debunking Howard Zinn

Author Mary Graber discusses her book debunking Howard Zinn's "A People's History of the United States," which she claims is a plagiarized Marxist propaganda tool. She argues that Zinn's work is responsible for the modern movement to topple Christopher Columbus statues and the radicalization of American students.

Episode 518 2:00:38 - 2:02:58

518: Hot Scene

Howard Zinn, The People's History of the United States

A producer working for NATO in Brussels recommended Howard Zinn's *A People's History of the United States* for the show's book club. The recommendation was met with criticism, labeling the book as left-wing propaganda that slants historical events to fit a specific ideological narrative.