Ever wonder about how the Nazi boy scouts got their start? Join us as we explore some of the themes raised by the movie Jojo Rabbit and examine the history of the Hitler Youth. We discuss the intentions and driving forces behind a machine whose gears transformed innocent children into "political soldiers".

Given the current events in the United States, we wanted to lend our support to the Black Lives Matter movement and all anti-racist movements across the globe. As historians, we think it is crucial to understand the dangers of fascism and white supremacy, both their historical roots and their present forms.

Here are some resources that we found helpful to educate ourselves:

A #BlackLivesMatter comprehensive document with all sorts of resources

Anti-racism resources for white people

1619, a podcast that examines the long shadow of American slavery

Codeswitch, fearless conversations about race by journalists of color

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Hannah and Dani

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