Revisionist History
Pushkin Industries
SummaryHave you ever looked at a common historical narrative or a modern social norm and felt like something just did not add up? In Revisionist History, host Malcolm Gladwell takes listeners on a journey to revisit the overlooked, the misunderstood, and the flat-out wrong. Each episode serves as an investigative deep dive, pulling back the curtain on why our institutions, policies, and collective memories often lead us astray. The podcast excels at connecting the dots between seemingly unrelated events, whether it is exploring why golf courses drain city resources, examining the unintended consequences of landmark Supreme Court rulings, or dissecting how a single word choice can doom a new technology like cultivated meat. Gladwell has a knack for finding the "mistake" buried within the structure of our daily lives. Whether he is interviewing a former Air Force leader about systemic failures or discussing the complexities of the Reconstruction era with guests like Barack Obama, the show consistently challenges the status quo. What makes this series stand out is its relentless curiosity. It is not just about recounting history; it is about questioning the rigid logic that guides our modern world. If you enjoy thought-provoking stories that force you to rethink your assumptions about society, power, and human behavior, this podcast offers a compelling, sophisticated look at the hidden forces that shape our reality. It is intellectually adventurous, deeply researched, and always surprising.
Updated Jul 8, 2026
Episodes
Revenge of "A Good Walk Spoiled"
Wealthy private golf clubs exploit obscure tax loopholes and legal fictions to maintain their vast urban land holdings.
Coming Soon: The Staten Island Problem
Thirty years ago, Staten Island tried to secede from New York, signaling the political resentment tearing us apart.
Frankenfood | The Mistakes Series
Consumer rejection of lab-grown meat mirrors the history of Frankenfood, proving that branding determines adoption.
Reconstruction: The Unfinished Promise
Frederick Douglass and Carl Schurz clash with President Andrew Johnson over the violent, chaotic reality of 1865.
Revisited: Ms. Buchanan’s Period of Adjustment
The Brown v. Board decision failed students by ignoring the mass firing of black teachers that followed integration.
Introducing The News from Scene on Radio
Investigating why Americans are increasingly distrustful of the media and the roots of our deep information crisis.
The Great American Elevator Tragedy | The Mistakes Series
America has the world's most expensive elevators because of an obscure building code change driven by good intentions.
James Fleming’s Impossible Vietnam War Rescue | From Medal of Honor
Pilot James Fleming defies impossible odds to fulfill his promise and rescue seven trapped soldiers from a death trap.
The Trust Diagnosis
A crisis consultant reveals how applying his professional skepticism to his own cancer diagnosis saved his life.
A Tragedy in Texas | The Mistakes Series
When the Air Force failed to report a violent criminal, its leaders discovered that taking ownership heals the system.
The Big Birthday Party
Invisible Infrastructure with T-Mobile for Business
Malcolm Gladwell Doesn't Mind Being Wrong | From Hasan Minhaj Doesn't Know
Christmas in Connecticut
Twas the Night Before Christmas
Understanding the Death Penalty: Malcolm Gladwell on The Intercept Briefing
How to Experience the Joy of Giving Right Now: A Giving Tuesday Special from The Happiness Lab
IBM CEO Arvind Krishna: Creating Smarter Business with AI and Quantum
Introducing Business History: How Free Whisky, Hot Pants and Low Fares Led to Southwest's Success
From Medal of Honor: Showing Up On Veterans Day
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