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American Campus Podcast
a social and political history of US higher ed
American Campus Podcast
Palm readings, magic, and modern medicine with Alison Bashford
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Lauren Lassabe Shepherd
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References and suggested readings:
- Alison Bashford. 2025. Decoding the Hand: A History of Science, Medicine, and Magic. University of Chicago Press.
- Naomi Oreskes. 2003. Plate Tectonics: An Insider's History Of The Modern Theory Of The Earth. CRC Books.
- Alison Bashford faculty page
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Get in touch! Email Lauren at shephell@iu.edu. You can also anonymously request an episode or give feedback on the show.
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