History Bookshelf Schedule

Week of December 11 through December 18

All times and durations are subject to change

Saturday, December 16
8:01 AM ESTApprox. 59 min.John Bargh, "Before You Know It"John Bargh, a social and cognitive psychologist, provided psychological explanations for the ... John Bargh, a social and cognitive psychologist, provided psychological explanations for the actions of people throughout history, including a look at presidential elections, government policy changes, immigration, and more. 9:00 AM ESTApprox. 1 hr.Abigail Marsh, "The Fear Factor"Abigail Marsh described the science behind fear and how people respond to it. Abigail Marsh described the science behind fear and how people respond to it. 10:00 AM ESTApprox. 1 hr. 1 min.Michael Korda, "Alone"Michael Korda, author and former editor-in-chief of Simon and Schuster chronicled his life in ... Michael Korda, author and former editor-in-chief of Simon and Schuster chronicled his life in Britain in the run-up to World War II.
11:01 AM ESTApprox. 59 min.Steven Ross, "Hitler in Los Angeles"Steven Ross, history professor at the University of Southern California, recalled when American ... Steven Ross, history professor at the University of Southern California, recalled when American veterans infiltrated Nazi and fascist groups in Los Angeles during the lead-up to World War II. 12:00 PM ESTApprox. 1 hr. 30 min.BookTV Visits Saratoga Springs, NYBook TV visited Saratoga Springs, NY to learn about its history and feature its local literary ... Book TV visited Saratoga Springs, NY to learn about its history and feature its local literary community. 1:30 PM ESTApprox. 1 hr.Greta Van Susteren, "Everything You Need to Know about Social Media"Former Fox News, CNN, and MSNBC News anchor Greta Van Susteren talked about her book on using ... Former Fox News, CNN, and MSNBC News anchor Greta Van Susteren talked about her book on using social media.
2:30 PM ESTApprox. 30 min.Bhu Srinivasan, "Americana"Bhu Srinivasan, a media entrepreneur, talked about the innovators and entrepreneurs who have ... Bhu Srinivasan, a media entrepreneur, talked about the innovators and entrepreneurs who have shaped the history of the United States. 3:00 PM ESTApprox. 1 hr.Haroon Ullah, "Digital World War"Haroon Ullah, former senior advisor to Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, discussed how religious ... Haroon Ullah, former senior advisor to Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, discussed how religious extremists in the Muslim world use social media to advance their agendas. 4:00 PM ESTApprox. 50 min.Kathryn Miles, "Quakeland"Journalist Kathryn Miles reported on the natural and manmade causes of earthquakes and where ... Journalist Kathryn Miles reported on the natural and manmade causes of earthquakes and where future earthquakes are likely to occur.
4:50 PM ESTApprox. 1 hr. 10 min.Josh Dean, "The Taking of K-129"Josh Dean, correspondent for Outside magazine, recalled the CIA's Project Azorian, an ... Josh Dean, correspondent for Outside magazine, recalled the CIA's Project Azorian, an approximately $800 million covert operation to recover a sunken Soviet submarine. The Russian sub, which disappeared on February 25, 1968, was discovered three miles under the sea by the US Navy, who deemed its recovery impossible. The CIA's Directorate of Science and Technology took over the operation and deliberately lied that ship created to recover the sub was owned by Howard Hughes to mine minerals from the ocean floor. 6:00 PM ESTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.David Neiwert, "Alt-America"Journalist David Neiwert reported on the rise of the alt-right in America. He is in conversation ... Journalist David Neiwert reported on the rise of the alt-right in America. He is in conversation with journalist Joe Conason. 7:15 PM ESTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.Jaron Lanier, "Dawn of the New Everything"Scientist Jaron Lanier explored the connection between the brain and the world and argued that ... Scientist Jaron Lanier explored the connection between the brain and the world and argued that virtual reality enhances lives.
8:30 PM ESTApprox. 16 min.David Fiske "Solomon Northup"In 1841, Solomon Northup, a free-born African American, was kidnapped and sold into slavery until ... In 1841, Solomon Northup, a free-born African American, was kidnapped and sold into slavery until his rescue. Historian David Fiske chronicled Solomon's life in Saratoga Springs before his kidnapping and the writing of his memoir, "12 Years a Slave." 8:46 PM ESTApprox. 1 hr. 14 min.Dan Rather, "What Unites Us"Former CBS News anchor Dan Rather shared his thoughts on the founding principles of the United ... Former CBS News anchor Dan Rather shared his thoughts on the founding principles of the United States and what it means to be an American. He is in conversation with Washington Post editorial board member Jonathan Capehart. 10:00 PM ESTApprox. 1 hr.After Words Keith Koffler, "Bannon"Washington examiner editor Keith Koffler reports on life and career of Steve Bannon and his role ... Washington examiner editor Keith Koffler reports on life and career of Steve Bannon and his role in the Trump presidency.
11:00 PM ESTApprox. 1 hr.Amanda Lucidon, "Chasing Light"Former White House photographer Amanda Lucidon reflected on her time covering Michelle Obama from ... Former White House photographer Amanda Lucidon reflected on her time covering Michelle Obama from 2013-2017.
Sunday, December 17
12:00 AM ESTApprox. 40 min.Rupert Darwall, "Green Tyranny"Rupert Darwall examined the origins of the climate change movement. Rupert Darwall examined the origins of the climate change movement. 12:40 AM ESTApprox. 1 hr. 5 min.Robert Jay Lifton, "The Climate Swerve"National Book Award-winning author and psychiatrist, Robert Jay Lifton, argued that people have ... National Book Award-winning author and psychiatrist, Robert Jay Lifton, argued that people have become numb to the reality of climate change. 1:45 AM ESTApprox. 46 min.Peter Wadhams & Juli BerwaldPeter Wadhams, author of "A Farewell to Ice," and Juli Berwald, author of "Spineless," talked ... Peter Wadhams, author of "A Farewell to Ice," and Juli Berwald, author of "Spineless," talked about the state of the world's oceans.
2:31 AM ESTApprox. 49 min.Elliott Abrams, "Realism and Democracy"Elliott Abrams, former official for the Reagan and George W. Bush administrations, argued that, ... Elliott Abrams, former official for the Reagan and George W. Bush administrations, argued that, despite the outcome of the Arab Spring, the U.S. should push for the expansion of democracy in the Middle East. 3:20 AM ESTApprox. 1 hr. 17 min.Julie Lythcott-Haims, "Real American"Julie Lythcott-Haims spoke about her experiences growing up biracial in America. Julie Lythcott-Haims spoke about her experiences growing up biracial in America. 4:37 AM ESTApprox. 8 min.Allan Carter "150 Years of Racing in Saratoga"Author and Historian Allan Carter explained how thoroughbred racing came to upstate New York and ... Author and Historian Allan Carter explained how thoroughbred racing came to upstate New York and the impact the Saratoga Race Course has had on the city.
4:45 AM ESTApprox. 1 hr.Tom Shachtman, "How the French Saved America"Author and documentary filmmaker Tom Shachtman recalls the role that the French played in ... Author and documentary filmmaker Tom Shachtman recalls the role that the French played in assisting the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. According to the author, close to ten percent of those who fought and died for the colonists were French. 5:45 AM ESTApprox. 1 hr. 22 min.Linda Gordon, "The Second Coming of the KKK"New York University professor Linda Gordon reported on the 1920's resurgence of the Ku Klux Klan. ... New York University professor Linda Gordon reported on the 1920's resurgence of the Ku Klux Klan. She was joined in conversation by historian Rick Perlstein. 7:07 AM ESTApprox. 8 min.Driving Tour of Saratoga SpringsSaratoga Tours owner Charlie Kuenzel took our cameras through the city of Saratoga Springs to ... Saratoga Tours owner Charlie Kuenzel took our cameras through the city of Saratoga Springs to highlight some of its unique locations.
7:15 AM ESTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.Lawrence Freedman, "The Future of War"Lawrence Freedman talked about the novelists, filmmakers, think tank experts, and academics who ... Lawrence Freedman talked about the novelists, filmmakers, think tank experts, and academics who have helped us envision what wars in the future will look like. 8:30 AM ESTApprox. 45 min.Kathryn Miles, "Quakeland"Journalist Kathryn Miles reported on the natural and manmade causes of earthquakes and where ... Journalist Kathryn Miles reported on the natural and manmade causes of earthquakes and where future earthquakes are likely to occur. 9:15 AM ESTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.Jere Van Dyk, "The Trade"Jere Van Dyk talked about the intricacies of political kidnappings and described his efforts to ... Jere Van Dyk talked about the intricacies of political kidnappings and described his efforts to figure out what happened during his own kidnapping and release by the Taliban in 2008.
10:30 AM ESTApprox. 1 hr. 30 min.BookTV Visits Saratoga Springs, NYBook TV visited Saratoga Springs, NY to learn about its history and feature its local literary ... Book TV visited Saratoga Springs, NY to learn about its history and feature its local literary community. 12:00 PM ESTApprox. 1 hr.After Words Khizr Khan, "An American Family"Goldstar father Khzir Khan recalled his immigration to America and offers his thoughts on what it ... Goldstar father Khzir Khan recalled his immigration to America and offers his thoughts on what it means to be an American. He is interviewed by California Representative Jimmy Panetta. 1:00 PM ESTApprox. 37 min.Rupert Darwall, "Green Tyranny"Rupert Darwall examined the origins of the climate change movement. Rupert Darwall examined the origins of the climate change movement.
1:37 PM ESTApprox. 8 min.Field Horne "Saratoga Springs"Historian Field Horne told the history of Saratoga Springs from its start as a resort town to a ... Historian Field Horne told the history of Saratoga Springs from its start as a resort town to a major tourist destination with the introduction of horse racing. 1:45 PM ESTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.Dan Rather, "What Unites Us"Former CBS News anchor Dan Rather shared his thoughts on the founding principles of the United ... Former CBS News anchor Dan Rather shared his thoughts on the founding principles of the United States and what it means to be an American. He is in conversation with Washington Post editorial board member Jonathan Capehart. 3:00 PM ESTApprox. 1 hr.Russell Shorto, "Revolution Song"Russell Shorto looked at America's founding through the lives of six people, including a cobbler ... Russell Shorto looked at America's founding through the lives of six people, including a cobbler cum politician; a freed slave; the daughter of a British officer turned American revolutionary; and George Washington.
4:00 PM ESTApprox. 47 min.Alexandria Marzano-Lesnevich & Ben BlumAlexandria Marzano-Lesnevich, author of "The Fact of the Body," and Ben Blum, author of "Ranger ... Alexandria Marzano-Lesnevich, author of "The Fact of the Body," and Ben Blum, author of "Ranger Games," talked about their true crime books. 4:47 PM ESTApprox. 13 min.History Bookshelf Interview with Jefferson Morley, "The Ghost"Jefferson Morley recounted the life of the late CIA official James Angleton. Jefferson Morley recounted the life of the late CIA official James Angleton. 5:00 PM ESTApprox. 53 min.Amanda Lucidon, "Chasing Light"Former White House photographer Amanda Lucidon reflected on her time covering Michelle Obama from ... Former White House photographer Amanda Lucidon reflected on her time covering Michelle Obama from 2013-2017.
5:53 PM ESTApprox. 7 min.Saratoga Springs Public LibraryLocal History Librarian Lorie Wies featured some of the collections located at the Saratoga ... Local History Librarian Lorie Wies featured some of the collections located at the Saratoga Springs Public Library. 6:00 PM ESTApprox. 15 min.Campaign 2018 Interview with Larry Pressler, "Neighbours in Arms"Former Senator Larry Pressler (R-SD) reflected on his work as chairman of the Senate's Arms ... Former Senator Larry Pressler (R-SD) reflected on his work as chairman of the Senate's Arms Control Subcommittee. 6:15 PM ESTApprox. 45 min.Campaign 2018 Authors Discuss President TrumpJournalist Stephen Strang explored the role of religion in the Trump election and presidency, and ... Journalist Stephen Strang explored the role of religion in the Trump election and presidency, and former Trump campaign managers Corey Lewandowski and David Bossie discuss the 2016 election.
7:00 PM ESTApprox. 30 min.Bhu Srinivasan, "Americana"Bhu Srinivasan, a media entrepreneur, talked about the innovators and entrepreneurs who have ... Bhu Srinivasan, a media entrepreneur, talked about the innovators and entrepreneurs who have shaped the history of the United States. 7:30 PM ESTApprox. 1 hr. 30 min.Reza Aslan, "God"Reza Aslan explored how believers conceptualize the idea of God from the early origins of religion ... Reza Aslan explored how believers conceptualize the idea of God from the early origins of religion through present day. 9:00 PM ESTApprox. 1 hr.After Words Keith Koffler, "Bannon"Washington examiner editor Keith Koffler reports on life and career of Steve Bannon and his role ... Washington examiner editor Keith Koffler reports on life and career of Steve Bannon and his role in the Trump presidency.
10:00 PM ESTApprox. 1 hr. 10 min.David Neiwert, "Alt-America"Journalist David Neiwert reported on the rise of the alt-right in America. He is in conversation ... Journalist David Neiwert reported on the rise of the alt-right in America. He is in conversation with journalist Joe Conason. 11:10 PM ESTApprox. 51 min.Paola Gianturco & Alex Sangster, "Wonder Girls"Photographers Paola Gianturco and Alex Sangster talked about young women around the world who are ... Photographers Paola Gianturco and Alex Sangster talked about young women around the world who are fighting for social and economic rights.
Monday, December 18
12:01 AM ESTApprox. 59 min.After Words Keith Koffler, "Bannon"Washington examiner editor Keith Koffler reports on life and career of Steve Bannon and his role ... Washington examiner editor Keith Koffler reports on life and career of Steve Bannon and his role in the Trump presidency. 1:00 AM ESTApprox. 1 hr. 17 min.Jaron Lanier, "Dawn of the New Everything"Scientist Jaron Lanier explored the connection between the brain and the world and argued that ... Scientist Jaron Lanier explored the connection between the brain and the world and argued that virtual reality enhances lives. 2:17 AM ESTApprox. 47 min.David Collins, Mark Phariss & Vic HolmesDavid Collins discussed his book, "Accidental Activists: Mark Phariss, Vic Holmes, and Their Fight ... David Collins discussed his book, "Accidental Activists: Mark Phariss, Vic Holmes, and Their Fight for Marriage Equality in Texas." He was joined by Mark Phariss and Vic Holmes.
3:04 AM ESTApprox. 59 min.After Words Keith Koffler, "Bannon"Washington examiner editor Keith Koffler reports on life and career of Steve Bannon and his role ... Washington examiner editor Keith Koffler reports on life and career of Steve Bannon and his role in the Trump presidency. 4:03 AM ESTApprox. 59 min.Robert Jay Lifton, "The Climate Swerve"National Book Award-winning author and psychiatrist, Robert Jay Lifton, argued that people have ... National Book Award-winning author and psychiatrist, Robert Jay Lifton, argued that people have become numb to the reality of climate change. 5:02 AM ESTApprox. 1 hr. 2 min.Lydia Kang, "Quackery"Dr. Lydia Kang described ineffective medical treatments and cures throughout history. Dr. Lydia Kang described ineffective medical treatments and cures throughout history.
6:04 AM ESTApprox. 1 hr. 34 min.2017 Biographers International Organization Editorial Excellence AwardRobert Weil, editor-in-chief and publishing director of Liveright, received the 4th annual ... Robert Weil, editor-in-chief and publishing director of Liveright, received the 4th annual editorial excellence award presented by the Biographers International Organization. Following the awards ceremony, a panel of award winning biographers, including David Levering Lewis, Linda Gordon and Ruth Franklin, discussed their experiences working with Mr. Weil. 7:38 AM ESTApprox. 8 min.Allan Carter "150 Years of Racing in Saratoga"Author and Historian Allan Carter explained how thoroughbred racing came to upstate New York and ... Author and Historian Allan Carter explained how thoroughbred racing came to upstate New York and the impact the Saratoga Race Course has had on the city. 7:46 AM ESTApprox. 13 min.History Bookshelf Interview with Edwidge Danticat, "The Art of Death"Edwidge Danticat looked at how writers approach the subject of death. Edwidge Danticat looked at how writers approach the subject of death.