History in Focus

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History in Focus Coda

September 02, 2026

In this special coda episode of History in Focus, Daniel says farewell and looks back at four seasons of episodes and podcast collaborations.

A101 — The Rise of Joseph McCarthy

July 29, 2026

This episode is part of the "Authoritarianism 101" project, produced by the American Historical Review for the #AHRSyllbus series. In this episode: What are the fears that drive public support for authoritarianism? Historian Darren Dochuk discusses the context for when Joseph McCarthy first became famous at Wheeling, West Virginia, on February 9th, 1950.

A101 — Protests in China in 1989

July 29, 2026

This episode is part of the "Authoritarianism 101" project, produced by the American Historical Review for the #AHRSyllbus series. In this episode: How do authoritarian governments seek to discredit protests? Historian Jeffrey Wasserstrom discusses the government response to a protest movement that took place in China in 1989 centered in the heart of Beijing in Tiananmen Square.

Think Back · Medium booking difficulty · 100 - 1,000 listeners

The World in Time / Lapham’s Quarterly · High booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

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What is the email for History in Focus?

The publicly listed email for History in Focus: dstory@ucsc.edu.

How many listeners does History in Focus have?

Podseeker estimates History in Focus reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for History in Focus?

History in Focus typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Published historians, academic researchers, journal contributors, and leaders of historical organizations with demonstrated expertise in a defined area of historical scholarship. Common among recent guests: Published scholarly research; Contributions to academic history journals; Leadership roles in historical organizations. Recent guests include Jeffrey Wasserstrom, Darren Dochuk, and Sarah Weicksel.

How hard is it to get booked on History in Focus?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does History in Focus cover?

Recent episodes cover Historiography, History, Historical Scholarship, American History, and Authoritarianism. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.