A Cultural History of Canada

In which we discuss the idea of the Canadian Pacific Railway - what it represents to Canada's myths, its symbolism, and its role in nation/state-building. We use works by E.J. Pratt, F.R. Scott, and G...

14 Elo 20221h 16min

In which we address issues of linguistic and religious rights in Canada's Confederation-era education. Get 2 months of free podcast hosting by going to: https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=CANLIT -...

31 Heinä 20221h 10min

In which, using James De Mille's A Strange Manuscript Found in a Copper Cylinder (1888), we talk about utopianism and postmodernism as it relates to Canada and its culture, past and present! It's a wi...

17 Heinä 20221h 19min

In which we talk to Philip Earle about the book he wrote about his father, Guy Earle! Tune in to learn more about this fascinating mariner in Newfoundland's history and how he became an emblematic fol...

2 Heinä 20221h 15min

In which we dive into the history, cultural significance, and controversies surrounding Canada's (and Quebec's) National Holidays! Please consider subscribing and help us reach our goal of 10 patrons!...

25 Kesä 202210min

In which we use Guy Vanderhaeghe's novel 'The Englishman's Boy' to discuss the Cypress Hills Massacre (1873) and how, in its aftermath, Canada fast-tracked the creation of the North-West Mounted Polic...

18 Kesä 20221h 1min

In which we take a peak behind the paywall. We offer up an interview that Patrick conducted with a professor he and Mack had while at Concordia, Daniel O'Leary. Prof. O'Leary's research has focused on...

28 Touko 202238min

In which we talk about the early days of Canada's other, more famous, national sport, with discussions about its cultural and metaphorical importance.   ---  Support: Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/...

15 Touko 20221h 13min