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The Ivory Attic
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Podcast about the wonders, weirdness, and sometimes woes of academia. Hosted by Professors Kurt Andresen and Ian Isherwood.
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This was a hugely fun chat in the middle of a heatwave! If you've ever wondered what the hell my academic pathway from the FIrst World War, via computer games, to Star Wars actually looks like - then we break it down here! 🗃️
August 14, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Lots of fun talking higher ed, WWI, Star Wars, and gaming with the delightful @chriskempshall.bsky.social!
This Is the Podcast Episode You’re Looking For
Podcast Episode · The Ivory Attic · 08/14/2025 · 1h 8m
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August 14, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Ian has been at a conference this weekend, but you don't need to travel to hear him talk about his new book! Listen in comfort of your home/car/bath(?)/whatever!
I(a)n the Trenches
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March 31, 2025 at 12:34 AM
New episode and new season!🎙️🎙️🎙️ In this episode, Ian talks with Kurt about his new book, The Battalion. They kick off the new season by talking about how defeat can sometimes look a lot like victory and about Ian’s love of playing with toy soldiers. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
I(a)n the Trenches
Podcast Episode · The Ivory Attic · 03/21/2025 · 1h 3m
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March 23, 2025 at 8:48 PM
New episode! In case our previous episode did not provide solace, we have a backup plan. Join Kurt and R.C. Miessler as they talk about how to go about enjoying whiskey. So grab a finger or two of your favorite brown liquor and join us for a tasting!
The Healing Episode 2: Water of Life
Podcast Episode · The Ivory Attic · 12/20/2024 · 1h 2m
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December 20, 2024 at 7:37 PM
🎙️New episode! In our December episode we feature friends of our show who offer inspirational words for dark times. Download and give it a listen!
The Healing Episode
Podcast Episode · The Ivory Attic · 12/01/2024 · 54m
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December 6, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Hello new venue! We’re a higher ed
podcast (just what the world needs) about the highs and lows of academia. We know - lots of lows right now - so we also make cocktails for guests. We’re in our second season so check us out wherever you get your podcasts.
November 18, 2024 at 5:56 PM
One of our terrific guests!
My book TRACES OF A JEWISH ARTIST is available through 2024 from @psupress.bsky.social for 30% off with code NR24: tinyurl.com/szalitbook
This biography of Rahel Szalit explores European Jewish art and culture, women artists, LGBTQ history, Yiddish, Weimar Germany, 1930s France, and the Holocaust.
November 18, 2024 at 5:53 PM