Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchMSU's Nickname Change to Spartans | Apr 13
Episode 1502
On this day in 1926, we remember how Michigan State University fans avoided the nickname "Staters" in 1926. Thanks to George Alderton and Stephen Sco…
2 months ago
Lisette Denison's Land & Polio Vaccine | Apr 12
Episode 1501
On this day in 1825, we remember Lisette Denison, the first Black woman landowner in Michigan, who bought 48.5 acres in Pontiac in 1825. We also high…
2 months ago
Detroit's 1943 March & Vernor's Birth | Apr 11
Episode 1500
On this day in 1943, we reflect on the 1943 march in Detroit against Jim Crow laws and celebrate the birth of James Vernor Sr., creator of Vernor's G…
2 months ago
Elsa Von Blumen's 1000-Mile Ride in Detroit | Apr 10
Episode 1499
On this day in 1822, Caroline Kiner, aka Elsa Von Blumen, visited Michigan. She was a famous high-wheeled bicyclist, known for her exhibitions on the…
2 months ago
Red Wings Farewell and Hughie Cannon's Birth | Apr 9
Episode 1498
On this day in 2017, the Red Wings closed out their 38-year residency at Joe Louis Arena with a 4-1 victory over the New Jersey Devils. Fans celebrat…
2 months ago
Lansing Board Endorses Community College | Apr 8
Episode 1497
On this day in 1957, the Lansing Board of Education endorsed the establishment of Lansing Community College. The first class was a math refresher cou…
2 months, 1 week ago
Henry Ford's Passing at Fair Lane | Apr 7
Episode 1496
On this day in 1947, Henry Ford, founder of the Ford Motor Company, died at his residence in Dearborn, Michigan. Ford's innovations, including the Mo…
2 months, 1 week ago
Medal of Honor for George Sidman | Apr 6
Episode 1495
On this day in 1862, Private George Sidman, a drummer boy from Owosso, received the Congressional Medal of Honor for heroism on a Civil War battlefie…
2 months, 1 week ago
Flint Flood & Battle of Manton | Apr 5
Episode 1494
On this day in 1947, Flint experienced one of its worst disasters as rising waters caused severe flooding, sweeping furniture and appliances into the…
2 months, 1 week ago
Nannette Gardner Votes | Apr 4
Episode 1493
On this day in 1871, Nannette Gardner became the first Michigan woman to vote in a general election. As a wealthy widow, she convinced Detroit City O…
2 months, 1 week ago