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Season 1 Episode 29
The Articles of Confederation were flawed and in need of a massive rewrite, however support for such an idea was severely lacking. In the newly established country's mind, the tacit partnership agree…
Published on 4 years, 10 months ago
A Man of Science: The Life of Benjamin Banneker
Season 1 Episode 28
Very little is known about the first black inventor, scientist and part time surveyor, Benjamin Banneker. However, what is known is infinitely fascinating.
This week, I discuss the life of Benjamin B…
Published on 4 years, 10 months ago
Apollo 11 - Part Two
Season 1 Episode 27
This week I wrap up my two part series on the mission to put the first man on the moon, Apollo 11.
In this episode, I give you the history of the three man team that made up Apollo 11: Neil Armstrong…
Published on 4 years, 11 months ago
Apollo 11 - Part One (Listener Request)
Season 1 Episode 26
Another listener request! Brody wanted me to cover the first man on the moon and so this week, I lay the foundation of the Apollo 11 mission including how why we got into the space race to begin with…
Published on 4 years, 11 months ago
Articles of Confederation - Doomed From the Start
Season 1 Episode 25
This week I talk about the first draft in United States Government - the Articles of Confederation.
Banded together in their quest to defeat the British, the colonies established a basic framework to…
Published on 4 years, 11 months ago
The Revolution & Slavery - All Men Created Equal?
Season 1 Episode 24
This week I talk about the institution of human bondage in the immediate aftermath of the American Revolution.
The colonies had just declared themselves a free and independent republic where all men …
Published on 4 years, 11 months ago
2020: What a Decade this Year Has Been - BONUS Episode
Season 1 Episode 23
Let's celebrate the end of this decade.. I mean year with a review of all the historical stuff that went down in 2020, shall we?
From Kobe Bryant to impeachment; fires to COVID, 2020 grabbed our atte…
Published on 4 years, 11 months ago
The American Revolution - Impacts
Season 1 Episode 22
This week I am going to talk a little bit about the American Revolution, but a lot more about those individuals impacted as a result of the call for independence. We know about the Battle of Yorktown…
Published on 5 years ago
Propaganda With a Legacy - The Declaration of Independence
Season 1 Episode 21
This week I discuss the creation of one of the most infamous documents of American history - the Declaration of Independence.
Vying for a way to be taken seriously and gain much needed support for th…
Published on 5 years ago
The Culper Spy Ring, Part 2
Season 1 Episode 20
This week I talk about how the Culper Spy Ring played a key role in uncovering Benedict Arnold's plot to defect and transfer the important fort, West Point. I also go over what happened to the variou…
Published on 5 years ago