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Revisionist History is a non-fiction podcast written and hosted by author Malcolm Gladwell, premiering in 2016 under his Pushkin Industries audio network. Each season, the podcast investigates and re-examines misunderstood, forgotten, or overlooked events, people, and ideas from history. Gladwell uses his characteristic sociological and psychological approach to question conventional wisdom and present alternative perspectives on past incidents. The show targets listeners interested in deep-dive journalistic storytelling, sociology, and historical critique, offering a meticulous breakdown of each subject.
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What does Malcolm Gladwell revisit in Revisionist History?
The podcast returns to people, events, and ideas that Gladwell believes were misunderstood or overlooked. Episodes have ranged from education and philanthropy to music, memory, and institutional decision-making.
When did Revisionist History begin?
Revisionist History launched in 2016 with Malcolm Gladwell as its host. It was originally associated with Panoply and later became part of Gladwell's Pushkin Industries.
Is Revisionist History a history podcast in the academic sense?
Not strictly, because many episodes use a historical case as the starting point for an argument about contemporary behavior or policy. Gladwell combines interviews, archival material, narration, and his own interpretation.
Which Revisionist History episodes cover higher education?
Education is a recurring subject, including episodes such as "Carlos Doesn't Remember" and "Food Fight." Gladwell has used college admissions, campus dining, and institutional spending to question how elite American universities set priorities.
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