Beyond Footnotes is a history-themed podcast on local KPSU, sponsored by Portland State University’s Department of History. Beyond Footnotes features interviews with the talented faculty and students of PSU, providing a forum for local historians to share their work with each other and the community. The show was formerly hosted by PSU history graduates, Christian Graham, Emile Nelson, Lily Hart, and Madelyn Miller and co-created by Ryan Wisnor and Joshua Justice of Dive Audio.
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Go beyond the pulpit with Pastor Scott Fisher as he dives deeper into numerous interesting topics of our day and how they pertain to the Christian faith. Tying Scripture to life, Footnotes for Faith seeks to strengthen believers in Jesus while also helping to explain the Christian faith to those who are curious.
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Footnoting History is a bi-weekly podcast series dedicated to overlooked, popularly unknown, and exciting stories plucked from the footnotes of history. For further reading suggestions, information about our hosts, our complete episode archive, and more visit us at FootnotingHistory.com!
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New plays spark rich discussions that continue beyond the theater. Our Footnote* series fosters dialogue between artists and experts to explore the themes and ideas that permeate their work and our everyday lives.
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Join writer Elizabeth Flux and comedian Ben McKenzie on their six(ish) year mission to read every Terry Pratchett novel – not just the Discworld ones! They’ll read one a month, and discuss them with special guests, puns and footnotes. Episodes released on the 8th of each month (Australian time); check pratchatpodcast.com and the end of each episode for notice of the next book, and send in questions to us via social media! The explicit tag represents a fairly average Australian level of coars ...
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Napoleon Bonaparte and the Malet Coup
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(Christine) In 1812, while France’s Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte was on a military campaign in Russia, he learned of trouble back home: General Claude-François de Malet and several co-conspirators had tried to take control of the French government. Part of their plan centered around telling people that Napoleon had died - except, of course, he hadn’t…
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In this episode, Pastor Scott shares a passage from one his favorite books of the Bible Ecclesiastes. He also recalls a powerful experience he had during a high school assembly about how to look at one's life in the context of a book with many different chapters. Finally, he discusses difficult but powerful life of Abraham Lincoln. Click here to se…
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In this episode, Pastor Scott reads an email from a listener who shares their struggle in carving out daily alone time with God. He then dives into the history of the phrase & idea behind "What would Jesus do?" and how its impact has been used for both positive and negative applications within the Christian Faith. Click here to send us a text messa…
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(Josh) In 1527, Álvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca set off as a part of the Narvàez Expedition to conquer Florida. The expedition ended in disaster for the Spanish after several encounters with Native Americans defending their lands. Using makeshift boats, Cabeza de Vaca and a handful of other survivors drifted across the Gulf of Mexico before landing near…
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The Will of God (with Dr. Barret Fisher)
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How do we discern the will of God in our lives? It's a question that Dr. Barret Fisher has thought about a lot. In this episode, he shares his own personal experiences and insights regarding this important topic. Click here to send us a text message! For comments, questions or suggestions email: footnotespod@visitdvcc.org…
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Unalive from Überwald (“Death and What Comes Next")
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Recorded live at the Australian Discworld Convention in Tarntanyangga (Adelaide), Karen J Carlisle and Tansy Rayner Roberts join us on stage to discuss short fiction, Death and the (sort of) last of Terry Pratchett’s Discworld short stories, 2004’s “Death and What Comes Next”. Somewhere in time and space, a philosopher lies on his deathbed…and Deat…
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Emotion, Intellect & Will (with Dr. Barret Fisher)
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In this very special episode of the podcast, Pastor Scott's older brother, Dr. Barret Fisher shares his fascinating & powerful conversion experience. Click here to send us a text message! For comments, questions or suggestions email: footnotespod@visitdvcc.orgبقلم Scott Fisher
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(Host: Lucy) Who were medieval midwives and what did they do? As imagined in novels and films, the medical expertise of such women might be secret, mystical, persecuted, or some combination of all three. In the archives, traces of their activities can be tantalizingly hard to find. This podcast looks not only at the history of midwives in medieval …
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Spending daily time alone with God is an important aspect of the Christian Faith. However, it can often be difficult to be consistent. In this episode, Pastor Scott discusses his own journey with this process & where we can look in Scripture for how Jesus modeled this practice. He also gives some practical tips on how to make it easier to turn this…
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The podcast returns this week after a brief hiatus! Pastor Scott & his wife Maura took a trip to celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary! While on this trip, Pastor Scott was reminded of an incredibly pivotal spiritual experience he had forty-five years ago in Massachusetts. Outro Song: Harry Chapin - Someone Keeps Calling My Name Click here to se…
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Tales from the Tower of London: Gruffudd ap Llywelyn and Ranulf Flambard
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(Hosts: Christine and Kristin) Since the Middle Ages, the Tower of London has fulfilled many roles including hosting the Crown Jewels. It has, more infamously, also been a prison for many who were viewed as threats or criminals–leading to no shortage of fascinating stories tied to this property. In this episode, Christine and Kristin each share one…
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One Step Beyond (The Long Cosmos)
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It’s the final leg of the Long Journey as Joel Martin and Deanne Sheldon-Collins answer our Invitation! Both previous Long Earth guests return to discuss the fifth and final of Terry Pratchett and Stephen Baxter’s collaborations, the 2016 novel The Long Cosmos. It’s 2070, and a message has been received across the Long Earth: “JOIN US.” Joshua Vali…
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The Longer Footnote (recap of The Long Earth, The Long War, The Long Mars and The Long Utopia)
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Our July episode about The Long Cosmos, fifth and final of the Long Earth series, is arriving on time! But we still thought you might appreciate a recap and reminder of what happened in the previous four novels. Was this helpful? Were you annoyed by the slight inaccuracies made for brevity? Do you double-dare us to do this for the Discworld series …
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The Bible says a lot about idolatry and its dangers. Why was it difficult for people in the Old Testament to abstain from making images of God? Why was (and is) this such an important commandment? What does having "idol's" look like for us in modern times? Pastor Scott discusses all this & more in this week's episode! Click here to send us a text m…
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In this episode, Pastor Scott gives his perspective on the idea that God's influence took a hit when He was "removed from the public sphere" via bans on the Bible & prayer. Is God's influence limited because of these factors? Are elements of the Christian faith being mandated via the government more helpful or hurtful to the cause? Click here to se…
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In this episode, Pastor Scott reads & responds to a great viewer question regarding the topic of evolution. After that, he speaks on the topic of denying or "dying" to oneself. An often-misunderstood teaching that requires a deeper look into what Jesus was really getting at. Click here to send us a text message! For comments, questions or suggestio…
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Science & Scripture: Evolution vs. Intelligent Design
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In this episode, Pastor Scott continues last week's discussion on science & scripture. Evolution, intelligent design, the age of the earth. All hot topics that often cause division amongst believers & non-believers alike...but should they? Song in the outro is Original Species by Audio Adrenaline. Click here to send us a text message! For comments,…
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Is there tension between science and scripture? How does one uphold the authority of the Bible while also not speaking beyond what it affirms in regard to the scientific realities of our world? Is this tension something that cannot be resolved? Pastor Scott discusses all this and more in today's episode. Click here to send us a text message! For co…
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Writer, filmmaker and creative director Lucas Testro joins Liz and Ben on a trip down under to the Other Place as we discuss Terry Pratchett’s first ever published short story, 1963’s “The Hades Business”. Shady advertising man Crucible arrives home to find none other than old Nicholas Lucifer waiting for him in his study. But he hasn’t come to tak…
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Having someone truly listen to you is an incredibly powerful thing. In those moments we feel heard, seen and cared for. In this episode, Pastor Scott dives into the intricacies of learning to listen while giving practical tips one can use to help develop the skill. Click here to send us a text message! For comments, questions or suggestions email: …
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It's easy to forget that while Jesus was the son of God, he was also fully human just like us. A human with a mother. Pastor Scott starts off today's episode examining some passages that show what kind of relationship Jesus had with Mary, how he worried and cared for her throughout his life and even during his death. Pastor Scott then reflects on h…
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It’s the 25th of May, which can only mean one thing: Geek Pride Day! Or Towel Day. Or the Glorious 25th of May and the Battle of Treacle Mine Road…okay, that’s three things. Why not add one more? This is the Pratchat Eeek Club: a bonus episode discussing Terry Pratchett-related topics selected by our “Eeek” tier subscribers. This year, the topics a…
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In this episode, Pastor Scott dives into some challenging verses from 1st Thessalonians. How does one always rejoice or give thanks despite difficult circumstances? Are we meant to be robots or force ourselves to feel good even when things are falling apart? Is there more than meets the eye to these passages? How do we frame them knowing how tough …
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Choose Your Own Adventure: The Many Accounts of the Execution of Anne Boleyn
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(Host: Kristin) Historians rely a lot on primary source evidence to interpret the past. But what do you do when multiple sources tell a different story of what happened? Learn about the many accounts of the execution of Anne Boleyn and consider what they tell us about a major moment in English history with Kristin in this week’s episode of Footnoti…
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Today's episode tackles the very heavy subject of spiritual abuse. Pastor Scott shares a bit of his own experience in dealing with this problem throughout the years and then turns to the Bible to see what Jesus has to say about the subject. He also recommends some powerful resources for anyone that has been the victim of this dangerous form of abus…
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Wrong in the Start Place (Terry Pratchett Day 2024)
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The scheduling goblins got us this month, and we’ve had to delay our planned short story episode. But while we get that sorted out, Ben’s embracing the chaos – and the theme of Terry Pratchett Day 2024, “Start in the Wrong Place”! Join him as he shares some of your stories of unusual places to start reading Pratchett. If you’d like to honour Terry,…
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In this episode, Pastor Scott shares about an unexpected medical emergency he had last week, the anxiety that came with it, and ultimately, how grateful he is for the providence, love & comfort he received from the Lord. Click here to send us a text message! For comments, questions or suggestions email: footnotespod@visitdvcc.org…
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(Host: Josh) Alfred, or sometimes Alferd Packer, is one of the most infamous villains in Colorado history. As the story goes, Packer, a trail guide, led his party into disaster and then killed them one by one before consuming their bodies in order to survive. He was arrested, tried, convicted, and then escaped. Once reprehended Packer changed his s…
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How did we end up with the books we have in the Bible? In this episode, Pastor Scott deep dives into the history of how the books that make up the Bible got there and the metrics they needed to meet to be accepted as inspired. Click here to send us a text message! For comments, questions or suggestions email: footnotespod@visitdvcc.org…
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In this episode, Pastor Scott shares an awesome surprise he got to experience this past Sunday and gives some thoughts on the topic of friendship. Click here to send us a text message! For comments, questions or suggestions email: footnotespod@visitdvcc.orgبقلم Scott Fisher
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Owney: Star Pup of the US Railway Mail Service
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(Host: Christine) In the late 1800s, a dog called Owney became a star as he won over the hearts of postal workers across the United States and sometimes, even, beyond. This episode is all about Owney, his adventures, the souvenirs he collected, and his revered place in postal history.بقلم Footnoting History
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Prayer is one of the most important aspects of the Christian Faith. However, for many, it can be a difficult thing to put into practice. How long should we pray? Do the words matter? Is it just the act of talking to God that's the most important? Pastor Scott covers all this and more in this week's episode. Click here to send us a text message! For…
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Real Men Don’t Drink...Decaf (Monstrous Regiment)
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Kiwi writer and poet Freya Daly Sadgrove joins Liz and Ben from Sydney as we adjust our uniforms and march into the horrible realities of war (class, gender and literal) to discuss Terry Pratchett’s thirty-first Discworld novel, 2003’s Monstrous Regiment. Polly Perks has cut off her hair, put on some trousers and joined the army under the name of O…
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In this episode, Pastor Scott tackles two hot topics you never bring up at the dinner table. Click here to send us a text message! For comments, questions or suggestions email: footnotespod@visitdvcc.orgبقلم Scott Fisher
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(Host: Samantha) If you've watched any significant number of crime dramas you've almost certainly come across a coroner who was probably presented as an experienced medical examiner who, if the hero is lucky, has unearthed a key piece of evidence to solve the case. But did you know that coroners have been investigating death since the end of the tw…
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The Easter season is upon us! Pastor Scott takes this episode to discuss the incredible importance & power of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. Click here to send us a text message! For comments, questions or suggestions email: footnotespod@visitdvcc.orgبقلم Scott Fisher
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The First News Blast (Discworld book and RPG news)
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Our Monstrous Regiment episode still isn’t quite ready, so we’ve had to push it to April. In the meantime, Ben gets nerdy about some recent Discworld and Pratchett news about books and roleplaying games. A few brief notes: “50 Years of Terry Pratchett” was actually announced in November 2021, marking fifty years since the publication of The Carpet …
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It seems there are many different translations of the Bible. How do you pick one? Do they say different things? Which is best? In this Episode, Pastor Scott tackles the history of translating the Bible and clears up some misconceptions and common questions he's been asked in regard to this topic. Click here to send us a text message! For comments, …
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(Host: Kristin) Clothes and hair are among the most famous things about Marie Antoinette. But who were the designers behind the drama and what happened to them after the Revolution? And how did anyone actually wear – or afford – their creations? Find out this week on Footnoting History!بقلم Footnoting History
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We live in a time where anxiety is at an all-time high. In this episode, Pastor Scott shares some of his personal struggles with anxiety, his analysis of what the Bible has to say to say on the topic, and practical tips that can be used to help better handle this very difficult emotion. Click here to send us a text message! For comments, questions …
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Tadeusz Kościuszko, Part II: Life and Legend
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(Host: Lucy) How much is it impossible to know about an icon? This episode investigates Tadeusz Kościuszko’s place in historical memory. From the early 19th century onwards, myths coalesced around him and his role in the Polish struggle for independence. Paradoxically, his contemporary fame can make it harder for historians to find facts. As a disa…
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