An episode from the archives about how the world got the written word (and, unsurprisingly, it pissed off old white guys) and the dictionary. Due to the age of this episode, certain links may not yet be available through http://siftthepodcast

017 Ada Lovelace: the World's First Computer Programmer (1815-1852)

Mar 21st, 2018 42m 7s

Ever wonder who the first programmer really was and why men get to claim the mantle of superiority in the field? It turns out that a woman, a VICTORIAN woman was the first. Learn about Ada Lovelace, the first computer programmer, and go deep in

016 - Henry David Thoreau: a Very Ordinary Dude (w/ Kip Clark of Stride and Saunter)

Sep 26th, 2017 55m 36s

American Transcendentalist Henry David Thoreau is worshiped by literary and semi-philosophical folks for 200 years, but what's the big deal? Explore his life, world, and work.Special guest Kip Clark of Stride and Saunter (http://www.strideand

015 - Satan, the Adversary (w/ the Arizona Satanic Temple)

Sep 8th, 2017 1h 3m

This episode of Sift is all about Satan, the Adversary, from past to present with special guests Michelle Shortt and Stu de Haan from the Arizona Satanic Temple.Sources and photos can be found on http://www.siftthepodcast.com/Support Sift t

014 - Lucifer, the Morningstar: written by Mike Carey, illustrated by Peter Gross (w/ Eric Manix)

Aug 15th, 2017 1h 5m

This episode of Sift is all about Lucifer, the Morningstar. From history to comic book, check out the latest episode with special guest Eric Manix from Out of the Fridge. Recipes and photos can be found on http://www.siftthepodcast.comSupp

013 - Ayn Rand: the Actual Worst (pt. 2)

Aug 1st, 2017 1h 6m

This episode of Sift brings you part two in our discussion of Russian-American novelist, philosopher, and sociopath, Ayn RandRecipes and photos can be found on www.siftthepodcast.comSupport Sift the Podcast: www.patreon.com/siftthepodcast/

012 - Ayn Rand: the Actual Worst (pt. 1)

Jul 18th, 2017 53m 7s

This episode of Sift brings you a discussion of Russian-American novelist, philosopher, and blight upon society, Ayn RandRecipes and photos can be found on http://www.siftthepodcast.comSupport Sift the Podcast: http://www.patreon.com/siftth

011 - Alfred Hitchcock: Film's Original Pervy White Dude

Jul 4th, 2017 1h 13m

This episode of Sift brings you a discussion of English-turned-American film director and producer, Alfred Hitchcock. Recipes and photos can be found on http://www.siftthepodcast.comFeatured podcast: https://isthisadultingpod.com/Support

010 - Elizabeth Bishop: the Most Romantic Poet, Fight Me

Jun 20th, 2017 1h 3m

This episode of Sift is a discussion of American poet, Elizabeth Bishop. Original music by Robert Bayze.Recipes and photos can be found on http://www.siftthepodcast.comFeatured podcast: https://truecrimefanclub.com/Support Sift the Podcas

009 - Franz Anton Mesmer: the Mesmerizing 18th c. "Doctor"

Jun 6th, 2017 49m 21s

This episode of Sift is a discussion of shunned German physician, Franz Anton Mesmer. Recipes and photos can be found on http://www.siftthepodcast.comOriginal music by: https://soundcloud.com/prabjit/oh-franz-mesmerize-meSupport Sift the

008 - Frank Lloyd Wright: an Insufferable Asshole

May 23rd, 2017 48m 23s

This episode of Sift is a discussion of American architect, Frank Lloyd Wright. SOURCES: http://www.siftthepodcast.com/Support: https://www.patreon.com/siftthepodcastMerch: http://www.siftthepodcast.bigcartel.com

007 - Friedrich Nietzsche: Nazis Really Like Him

May 9th, 2017 47m 33s

This episode of Sift is a raucous discussion of German philosopher and cultural critic, Friedrich Nietzsche.SOURCES: http://www.siftthepodcast.com/Support: https://www.patreon.com/siftthepodcastMerch: http://www.siftthepodcast.bigcartel.c

006 - Milton Friedman: Objectively a Bad Person

Apr 25th, 2017 1h 3m

This episode of Sift is a discussion of American economist Milton Friedman.SOURCES: http://www.siftthepodcast.com/Support: https://www.patreon.com/siftthepodcastMerch: http://www.siftthepodcast.bigcartel.com

005 - Readymades: Marcel Duchamp & Jeff Koons (Modern Art is Confusing!)

Apr 11th, 2017 1h 4m

This episode of Sift is a discussion of readymade art, focusing on the work of Marcel Duchamp and Jeff Koons. SOURCES: http://www.siftthepodcast.com/Support: https://www.patreon.com/siftthepodcastMerch: http://www.siftthepodcast.bigcartel

004 - Audre Lorde: Intro to Intersectional Feminism (pt. 2)

Mar 28th, 2017 54m 58s

This episode of Sift is the second installment of our discussion of Black lesbian, feminist, poet, and writer, Audre Lorde. SOURCES: http://www.siftthepodcast.com/Support: https://www.patreon.com/siftthepodcastMerch: http://www.siftthepod

003 - Audre Lorde: Intro to Intersectional Feminism (pt. 1)

Mar 14th, 2017 55m 14s

This episode of Sift is the first in a two part discussion of Black lesbian feminist, poet, and writer, Audre Lorde. SOURCES: http://www.siftthepodcast.com/Support: https://www.patreon.com/siftthepodcastMerch: http://www.siftthepodcast.bi

002 - George Orwell: a Very Serious Dude

Feb 28th, 2017 55m 36s

Liz & Bill discuss George Orwell's life and seminal work, 1984. Join us as we look at it through the lens of psychology and big thinkers like Naomi Klein and Gloria Anzaldua. SOURCES: http://www.siftthepodcast.com/Support: https://www.patre

001- Sigmund Freud: a Man Scared of the Female Orgasm

Feb 13th, 2017 1h 10m

Our first episode is about everyone's least favorite intellectual "daddy", Sigmund Freud. Learn about his life & work, specifically his essay "The Sexual Aberrations" from Three Essays on the Theory of Sexuality.SOURCES: http://www.siftthepod

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