Podcast Episodes

Joseph Medill

Joseph Medill was a powerhouse in 19th century journalism who made no attempt to conceal his bias when it came to political writing. He also had a fa…

9 months, 3 weeks ago

SYMHC Classics: SS Princess Sophia

This 2018 episode covers the sinking of the SS Princess Sophia, a massive tragedy for both Canada and the United States. But it was also really overs…

9 months, 3 weeks ago

Behind the Scenes Minis: Mountains and Glaciers

Tracy shares her experiences watching the show "Molly of Denali." The discussion then turns to glacier surge. 

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9 months, 3 weeks ago

Walter Harper and the Summiting of Denali, Part 2

The final stages of the expedition to summit Denali were grueling for Walter Harper and the rest of the team. And after that accomplishment, Harper's…

9 months, 4 weeks ago

Walter Harper and the Summiting of Denali, Part 1

While working as a guide in his youth, Walter Harper met and worked for a man named Hudson Stuck. Their friendship would lead to Walter becoming the …

10 months ago

SYMHC Classics: Washington Irving

This 2021 episode covers Washington Irving, who is often associated with Halloween. But his writing had a significant influence on the way Christmas …

10 months ago

Behind the Scenes Minis: Raccoon Cranberries

Tracy wonders whether Jack the turkey went to the bathroom in the White House. Holly talks about how much she dislikes people arguing over food prefe…

10 months ago

Cranberries

The cranberries we typically eat are native to North America, though they are also grown in other places. How did they become a standard part of the …

10 months ago

Unusual White House Pets

No dogs or cats here! A number of unorthodox pets have arrived at the White House and become part of the first family in very unusual ways throughout…

10 months, 1 week ago

SYMHC Classics: Nutcracker

This 2021 episode covers how The Nutcracker is a Russian adaptation of a German story that wasn’t really a Christmas staple in its home country.

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10 months, 1 week ago