Episode 5 explores how various people and cultures experienced eclipses from an emotional perspective through time. Described by many as both sublime and eerie, eclipses provoke a range of emotional responses from awe to terror to wonder. Although we often think about emotions as universal human experiences, this episode explores how different cultures throughout history mediated these emotional experiences to help people make sense of the eclipse experience. Exploring everything from the experiences of the native AuâDam people of Mexico to those of rural villagers in 1960s China, this episode asks, âhow do we feel an eclipse"? This episode was created by Alannah Graves, Hope London, and Trenton Nelson with input from Dr. AmĂlcar ChallĂș and Dr. Cheryl X. Dong. Landon Cina from the BGSU College of Musical Arts provided the music and Midstory edited the final episodes. This podcast is made possible, in part, by Ohio Humanities and the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this podcast do not necessarily represent those of Ohio Humanities or the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Episode 4 delves into the tourist economy of eclipse watching from the past to the present, highlighting how ordinary people described these rare celestial experiences. It explores the intersection of amateur and professional astronomy, shining light on how the ability to predict eclipses accurately became essential to eclipse chasers, professional and amateur astronomers who travel the world for a glimpse of these astronomical phenomena. We then shift gears to think about modern eclipses. Starting with the economic impact of the 2017 eclipse, we interview representatives from various Ohio-based institutions who have big plans for the April 8, 2024 eclipse. Please check out Ohio.gov for an interactive map of eclipse events all across the Buckeye state! This episode was created by Ernest Okine, Paige Pazstor, and Nico Hartzell with input from Dr. AmĂlcar ChallĂș and Dr. Cheryl X. Dong. Landon Cina from the BGSU College of Musical Arts provided the music and Midstory edited the final episodes. This podcast is made possible, in part, by Ohio Humanities and the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this podcast do not necessarily represent those of Ohio Humanities or the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Episode 3 delves into the fields of ethnoastronomy and archaeoastronomy to explore how the Indigenous Nations of North America understood the stars from ancient times to the present. With a focus on the Mound Builders of Ohio, we explore the continuities of astronomical knowledge from past to present, interviewing both Tribal members and academic experts about how they see the connections between ancient and present peoples of North America. Finally, we highlight the astronomical traditions of the Myaamia, the Shawnee, the AuâDam, and others, exploring their shared connections and crucial differences. This episode was created by Emily Shaver Kay, Bekah Shively, and Burkart with input from Dr. AmĂlcar ChallĂș and Dr. Cheryl X. Dong. Landon Cina from the BGSU College of Musical Arts provided the music and Midstory edited the final episodes. This podcast is made possible, in part, by Ohio Humanities and the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this podcast do not necessarily represent those of Ohio Humanities or the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Episode 2 explores the relationship between eclipses and the power that different peoples wielded through them. Eclipses played an important role in the formation of North American national identities, with different nations using their ability to predict eclipses as proof of scientific, cultural, and racial superiority. This episode blurs the line between magic, science, and religion; showing how all types of knowledge can be used to understand the underlying science of eclipses and help people navigate these experiences spiritually, physically, and emotionally. Eclipses are not just astronomical experiences, but they are also powerful tools that have been used to support military campaigns, political agendas, and different religions. This episode was created by Alex Eckhart, Magdalena Fuller, Timi Fatoki, and Nick Bowers with input from Dr. AmĂlcar ChallĂș and Dr. Cheryl X. Dong. Landon Cina from the BGSU College of Musical Arts provided the music and Midstory edited the final episodes. This podcast is made possible, in part, by Ohio Humanities and the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this podcast do not necessarily represent those of Ohio Humanities or the National Endowment for the Humanities.
