Program Recordings
The Stanford Historical Society sponsors public presentations and events throughout the academic year. Past programs address important topics including Stanford’s relationship with the Silicon Valley, the Stanford peace movement, the Stanford Prison Experiment, the land use and social history of the Searsville area, and the history of women at Stanford. Many of the Society's past programs are now available on the SHS YouTube Channel, the Stanford Historical Society Collections in the University Archives, and Apple podcasts. Program recordings will be made available continuously.
Our programs are mainly funded by membership dues. As you enjoy the recordings, we hope you would consider becoming a member or making a donation to support our programming.
Image: Norman Shumway and Ed Harrison spoke to the media after the first adult heart transplant in US, 1968 (credit: Chuck Painter / Stanford News Service)
Recent Program Recordings
How a Stanford Speech Scandal Led to the Invention of Academic Freedom: The Case of Edward A. Ross
Prof. Emily J. Levine discussed the story of how a scandal at Stanford led to the invention of the term academic freedom that then took on a life of its own.
Five Laterals and a Trombone: "The Play" 40 Years On
Revisit the "sheer madness" known as The Play in the 1982 Big Game with a panel of Stanford and Cal alumni, including journalists, football players, and a trombonist.
Who Killed Jane Stanford?
Richard White discusses the reasons why so many people had a reason to kill Jane Stanford, how Gilded Age Stanford and San Francisco allowed the investigation of the murder to be dropped, and why the murder was covered up.
Road to Roses: John Ralston and Black Football Players at Stanford
The panelists discuss the impact of John Ralston, Stanford head football coach from 1963-1971, and their Stanford experience.
Okada House and the Asian American Experience at Stanford
A look back at the beginnings of this important cultural center and its impact on residential education.Selected SHS YouTube Playlists
