The Persistence

The Persistence host Angélica Cordero joins musicians Seth Mowshowitz and Sam Hutchison from Fold, the band behind our theme song Don’t Kid Yourself Baby. Together, they share in an insightful conversation about the deep connections between music and history, revealing how melodies serve as powerful vessels for emotional resonance, protest, and the retelling of historical narratives. Seth opens up...

Ever wondered about the trailblazing women of ancient history who shattered norms and left an indelible mark? In Episode 2 of The Persistence , host Angélica Cordero takes you on a lively and engaging journey through the lives of remarkable figures like Enheduanna, Hatshepsut, Sappho, and Hypatia. These women broke barriers and faced down challenges to change the game in culture, science, and poli...

Picture yourself at a rally, shoulder to shoulder with a sea of passionate people fighting for change. In the debut episode of The Persistence , host Angélica Cordero takes us back to her first protest rally in San Antonio in 2021, where she stood up against Texas' restrictive abortion law. With personal stories and deep historical insights, Angélica links past and present acts of resistance, shin...

Welcome to The Persistence , the podcast that redefines history by spotlighting the riveting stories often overlooked in textbooks. Join host Angélica Cordero as she delves into the ingenious minds of ancient civilizations and the trailblazers of modern movements, revealing how individuals and communities have made their indelible marks on history. In this podcast, we answer intriguing questions l...