From Kickoff to Consumer Culture: Teaching the History of Football
September 24, 2025
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From Kickoff to Consumer Culture: Teaching the History of Football
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From Kickoff to Consumer Culture: Teaching the History of Football
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Send us Fan Mail What can football teach us about American history? In this episode of Teaching History Her Way, I sit down with historian John Laub to explore the fascinating connections between consumerism, sports, and identity in the United States. Together, we trace how football grew from a college pastime into a cultural and commercial powerhouse, shaping and reflecting everything from television advertising to corporate sponsorships. John shares primary sources teachers can bring into t...
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