Nostalgia Trap
Nostalgia Trap
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Deep dive conversations on American history, politics, and pop culture, hosted by history professor and writer David Parsons.
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The podcast covers a wide range of themes including American history, contemporary political issues, and pop culture critiques. Specific episodes delve into topics like the political ramifications of fascism in local governance, the cultural impact of musicians like Bob Dylan, and reflections on the 90s music scene, showcasing a critical analysis of ongoing societal challenges.
Deep dive conversations on American history, politics, and pop culture, hosted by history professor and writer David Parsons.
What makes John Candy such a unique figure in American pop culture? And why are we still talking about him in 2025? In this episode, Justin and I discuss the new documentary John Candy: I Like Me (dir. Colin Hanks) and reflect on Candy’s outsized space in the cultural imagination, while exploring some of the darker elements of our paternal attraction to specific celebrities.
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