The Remedial Scholar
Levi Harrison
Welcome to The Remedial Scholar, a captivating podcast that takes you on an extraordinary journey through history. Join me, Levi, your knowledgeable host, as I guide you through th...
Episode list
31
December 23, 2024
1 hr 25 min
Unwrapping Christmas: The Surprising Origins of Holiday Traditions
The holiday of Christmas, often criticized for its commercialization, has a rich and complex history that dates back centuries. This episode delves into the origins of Christmas tr...
moreDecember 16, 2024
1 hr 34 min
Remember, Remember the 5th of November: The Legacy of the Gunpowder Plot
The 1605 Gunpowder Plot, a failed attempt to assassinate King James I and blow up the House of Lords, serves as a crucial intersection of history, religion, and politics, illustrat...
moreAugust 26, 2024
1 hr 28 min
The Coal Wars of West Virginia
In this episode, we take a journey back to the early 20th century, to the coalfields of West Virginia, where a different kind of war was fought—one that has largely been forgotten ...
moreAugust 12, 2024
1 hr 2 min
The Ancient Maya: Hidden not Lost
The ancient Maya have been considered a lost civilization for many years, but what really happened to them? On this episode of The Remedial Scholar, we look into the origins of thi...
moreJune 18, 2024
45 min
The History of Mother’s and Father’s Day
Today we look into the fascinating history behind Mother's and Father's Day, exploring their origins and the unique ways cultures around the world celebrate these special days. We ...
moreMay 27, 2024
48 min
Financial Crimes in Ancient Times
In this episode, we look into ancient examples of white-collar crimes. In this episode, we explore the cunning schemes of ancient times, from Ea-Nasir's subpar copper dealings in M...
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