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Welcome to Notice History, the podcast where we explore the ways we encounter and interact with history in our daily lives. Join Robin, Nick, and Keely as they delve into the fun and fascinating histories of past people, places, and things that continue to impact us today. By taking notice of these histories, we hope to achieve a better understanding of ourselves and the culture we live in. Notice History is created by Know History, a historical research company in Canada. For more about Kno ...
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This week, we look at musicals as a medium for communicating history by exploring some of our researcher's favourite "historical" musicals. Notice History is the official podcast of Know History, a historical research company based in Ottawa. Visit our website at knowhistory.ca/podcast, or follow us on Twitter and Instagram @NoticeHistory.…
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We explore Victorian death and mourning rituals in this first installment of our two-part Halloween special. Notice History is the official podcast of Know History, a historical research company based in Ottawa. Visit our website at knowhistory.ca/podcast, or follow us on Twitter and Instagram @NoticeHistory.…
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We explore the emergence and growth of the spiritualist movement in the second installment of our two-part Halloween special. Notice History is the official podcast of Know History, a historical research company based in Ottawa. Visit our website at knowhistory.ca/podcast, or follow us on Twitter and Instagram @NoticeHistory.…
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In this episode, we are joined by Dany Guay-Bélanger to discuss his research on the study and preservation of video games. Visit Dany's website and listen to his own podcast on the subject at deadplay.net. Notice History is the official podcast of Know History, a historical research company based in Ottawa. Visit our website at knowhistory.ca/podca…
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This month marks the much-anticipated premiere of the Downton Abbey movie, the follow-up to the massively popular television series. In this episode, we are joined by guest host Sara McGillivray to discuss her research on the "Downton Abbey Effect." Sara explores how the series transformed heritage tourism and conservation, ultimately saving the co…
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Our summer road trip series concludes in Central Canada as we explore sites in Ontario and Quebec. Locations include Fort Henry, Toronto's Necropolis, Neys Provincial Park, the Plains of Abraham, and Pointe-à-Callière Museum. We also discuss what histories these sites have chosen to commemorate and explore some of what has been left out. Notice His…
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Our summer road trip series continues with stops in Western Canada! We begin in Haida Gwaii in British Columbia before making our way across the prairies. Other stops include Dinosaur Provincial Park, Fort Battleford, Riel House, and Lower Fort Garry. Notice History is the official podcast of Know History, a historical research company based in Ott…
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This summer, Notice History is taking listeners on a virtual cross-Canada road trip to explore some of our country's best historic sites, landmarks, and museums. In this episode, we explore some must-visit sites (and one traditional you might want to skip!) in the Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut. Notice History is the official podcast of …
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This summer, Notice History is taking listeners on a virtual cross-Canada road trip to explore some of our country's best historic sites, landmarks, and museums. We begin on the East Coast, where we highlight spots like L'Anse aux Meadors, the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, Wyatt Historic House Museum, and Metepenagiag Heritage Park. No…
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Whether it is their history or architecture that captivates you, or whether you’ve encountered them in person or on pages, you would be hard-pressed to find someone who is not intrigued by castles. And someone who is particularly interested in these magnificent structures is Ali Norton. Ali is a PhD student studying at the University of Exeter’s Ce…
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On September 5, 1945, cipher clerk Igor Gouzenko walked out of the Soviet Embassy in Ottawa with 109 classified Soviet documents in his suitcase. Gouzenko had made the choice to defect - and his decision arguably sparked the beginning of the Cold War. Guest host Nick Johnston joins us to explore the Gouzenko Affair and its broad impact not just on …
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In the final episode of our History at Work series, archivist Emily MacDonald joins us to chat about her work at Library and Archives Canada. Emily discusses the importance of archives, the processes involved in archiving material, and her specialized work with government and cartographic records. Notice History is the official podcast of Know Hist…
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In the penultimate episode of our History at Work series, we are joined by Parks Canada conservator Danny Doyle. Danny has worked in both Canada and Egypt and, though he specializes in human remains, has worked on a wide variety of artifacts. He discusses the ethics involved in working with human remains, as well as the path he followed to become b…
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In this installment of the History at Work series, we are joined by Candice McCavitt, Manager of Programs at Heritage Toronto. Candice speaks to us about her role at Heritage Toronto and gives us a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the non-profit organization's public tours. Notice History is the official podcast of Know History, a historical research…
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The famous Massey Foundation (established in 1896) was the first charitable trust of its kind in Canada. It is often referred to as the first charity in Canada, but it would be a mistake to think this is where charity in Canada started. This week, host Nick Bridges is joined by Know History’s Sara Wilmshurst. With her unique background in fundraisi…
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The second installment of our History at Work series is an interview with educator Grant Rivard, a long-time history enthusiast and an advocate for history in the classroom. He speaks about how history has informed his teaching practice across his roles as a resource and classroom instructor. The History at Work series will feature conversations wi…
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In this first episode of our History at Work series, we are joined by Kaitlin Wainwright, Director of Programming at Heritage Toronto. Kaitlin shares details on her career with Heritage Toronto, the types of programs they run, and how her career has shaped her outlook on history. The History at Work series will feature conversations with young hist…
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Canada has a long tradition of history being told through songs. Tunes like The Bridge Came Tumbling Down sought to tell the story of specific events, while songs like The Long Drivers Waltz were meant to convey a feeling of nostalgia. Then you have songs like The Northwest Passage which sought to compare and contrast the past to our present. What …
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This week, we celebrate Black History Month by profiling the lives and achievements of four Black Canadians: Mary-Joseph Angelique, Portia White, Violet King Henry, and Albert Jackson. Notice History is the official podcast of Know History, a historical research company based in Ottawa. Visit our website at knowhistory.ca/podcast, or follow us on T…
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In our second season opener, we are joined by Deborah Dobbins and Dr. Jenna Bailey to discuss their recent oral history project and documentary, We are the Roots: Black Settlers and Their Experiences of Discrimination on the Canadian Prairies. The film explores the experiences of African American settlers to Western Canada, primarily those who came…
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Leafing through Christmas catalogues is a time-honoured tradition for many Canadian children.But how did the tradition start? This week our hosts are join by special guest Joanne Schofield as they notice the history of the Christmas catalogue in Canada. Notice History is the official podcast of Know History, a historical research company based in O…
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Whether it's your favourite holiday treat or something to which you turn up your nose, there is no denying that fruitcake has an interesting history. Alice Glaze joins us to explore the origins and evolution of this contentious dessert. Notice History is the official podcast of Know History, a historical research company based in Ottawa. Visit our …
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You don't have to stray ootside your living room to experience this week's topic. Considered one of the worst movies of all time, the 1964 Christmas film Santa Conquers the Martians contains some interesting historical tidbits. Notice History is the official podcast of Know History, a historical research company based in Ottawa. Visit our website a…
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Find out what one of our listeners noticed "oot and aboot" in Cobden, Ontario. This small town's claim to fame? The 1867 discovery of an astrolabe that allegedly belonged to French explorer Samuel de Champlain. Notice History is the official podcast of Know History, a historical research company based in Ottawa. Visit our website at knowhistory.ca/…
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In 1983, Toronto art student Peter Grayson threw paint onto the Canadian Constitution while consulting the document at Library and Archives Canada, defacing it for all time. Join Nick, Robin, and Keely as they notice the ‘colourful’ story of the Constitution, and examine Grayson's act of protest and the heightened archival security measures that it…
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Guest host Meghan Lundrigan, a PhD candidate at Carleton University, explores the ways in which social media informs visitor experience and engagement with Holocaust memorials, museums, and historic sites. In particular, she studies the dissemination of Holocaust memory through digital image-sharing platforms such as Instagram. Notice History is th…
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Get spooked on this very special episode of Notice History! We've collaborated with Haunted Talks, the official podcast of Haunted Walks Inc, to take you along on the Original Haunted Walk of Ottawa tour. Brittney Bos, former Haunted Walk tour guide and current Know History associate, chats with Creative Director Jim Dean about Haunted Walks' succe…
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What do the Mi’kmaq, Samuel de Champlain, canned meats, Nova Scotian food, and the god Neptune all have in common? They have each played a role in the origins of Canadian Thanksgiving celebrations. Join our hosts as they notice the complicated history behind this simple holiday. Notice History is the official podcast of Know History, a historical r…
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“What distinguishes museums is the encounter with the physical.” Dr. Andrew Burtch shared these words, along with many more insights, during an interview with Robin Mullins. Dr. Burtch is the post-1945 historian at the Canadian War Museum; the author of an award-winning book, Give Me Shelter: The Failure of Canada’s Cold War Civil Defence; and has …
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Guest host Tom Bigelow joins Robin and Keely as they travel through the topic of Heritage Tourism. What attracts us to heritage sites? Who does heritage tourism appeal to? What is the future of this type of attraction? Join us and find out. Notice History is the official podcast of Know History, a historical research company based in Ottawa. Visit …
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We are joined by Alice Glaze to discuss "a part of our heritage" that most Canadians will be familiar with: Historica Canada's Heritage Minutes. Heritage Minutes are part of our Canadian psyche. These 60-second films seek to teach us about Canadian history and heritage and, in doing so, they themselves have become part of our heritage. Notice Histo…
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Inspired by a Canada-themed playlist, this episode of Oot and Aboot discusses the role of folk music in preserving historical events and creating collective memory. Notice History is the official podcast of Know History, a historical research company based in Ottawa. Visit our website at knowhistory.ca/podcast, or follow us on Twitter and Instagram…
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Be it euchre, poker, cribbage, or crazy eights, card games have been a staple pastime for centuries. Join Robin, Nick, and Keely as we learn more about the handheld history of playing cards! Notice History is the official podcast of Know History, a historical research company based in Ottawa. Visit our website at knowhistory.ca/podcast, or follow u…
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Exploring the efforts of museums and heritage sites to increase visitors, particularly by offering free or discounted rates. For this episode, we are joined by heritage professional Tom Bigelow. Listen for Tom in a future full episode of Notice History. Notice History is the official podcast of Know History, a historical research company based in O…
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If you enjoyed our episode on repatriation in Marvel's Black Panther movie, you'll enjoy this episode of Oot and Aboot where we dive back into artifact repatriation. Notice History is the official podcast of Know History, a historical research company based in Ottawa. Visit our website at knowhistory.ca/podcast, or follow us on Twitter and Instagra…
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If you're a fan of Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones, or other popular fantasy works, you might have noticed that these worlds have many parallels to human history and myth. Join us as we explore some of the history that inspired and is embedded in these worlds. Notice History is the official podcast of Know History, a historical res…
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If you're Oot and Aboot in New York City, you might encounter a MICRO museum. Listen to this feature to learn more about these six-foot museums, and then check out MICRO's website at micro.ooo. Notice History is the official podcast of Know History, a historical research company based in Ottawa. Visit our website at knowhistory.ca/podcast, or follo…
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It might seem like just another piece of paperwork to fill out, but the census is an important document in both the present and the past. Join Notice History as we learn more about the history of the census, its use by historians today, and the impact that the return of the long-form census will have on future generations. Notice History is the off…
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Library and Archives Canada is the repository of Canada’s history. In this episode, the Notice History hosts are joined by Rebecca Murray, a Reference Archivist at LAC. She answers questions about the LAC Reference Library, and the assistance they provide to the public. Notice History is the official podcast of Know History, a historical research c…
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In 1978, a demolition crew in Dawson City discovered 533 reels of silent film buried in the permafrost. Filmmaker Bill Morrison released a documentary showcasing this found footage in 2016. Special thanks to Danny Doyle for sending us this topic! Notice History is the official podcast of Know History, a historical research company based in Ottawa. …
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Anne with an "e" continues to be one of Prince Edward Island's most popular icons, but how much do we know about her author, Lucy Maud Montgomery? There's so much more to discover when it comes to Anne, her creator, and even the island itself. Join the Know History team as we explore the history of Anne of Green Gables. Notice History is the offici…
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We sing it every day at school, we sing it before every sports game, we sing it to celebrate our victories... but how many of us know the history of the Canadian national anthem? Join the Know History team as we explore the history of O Canada and discuss the recent lyrical change that has made the anthem gender-neutral. Notice History is the offic…
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Dungeons & Dragons has been a cult classic game since it was first published in 1974. Since then, it has had significant influence not just on pop culture, but also on larger movements such as the Satanic Panic of the 1980s. Today, D&D is enjoying a pop culture resurgence thanks to phenomena such as the television show Stranger Things. Join our res…
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