Podcast Episodes

Peter Pan (1953): Disney’s Flight into Cold War Escapism | History Ignited

Season 1 Episode 48

This week on History Ignited (Webby-winning!), we soar into the history of Disney’s 1953 Peter Pan—the film that took us to Neverland, lit up toy stores, and inspired a ride at Disneyland. 🎥✈️

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Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago

Davy Crockett: The Real Story Behind TV’s First Pop Icon | History Ignited Podcast

Season 1 Episode 46

 🔥 “Davy! Davy Crockett, King of the Wild Frontier!” 🔥
You’ve heard the song, seen the hat… but do you know the REAL story behind the man in the coonskin cap? 

In this episode of History Ignited, we e…

Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago

Brooklyn’s Big Win: How the Dodgers Made History in 1955 | History Ignited Podcast

Season 1 Episode 44

🎙 NEW EPISODE ALERT!
Brooklyn’s Got a Winning Team ⚾💙

We’re heading back to 1955—when the Brooklyn Dodgers finally beat the Yankees and brought home their first World Series championship! 🏆

It’s a stor…

Published on 3 months ago

🎹 BONUS EPISODE: A Message for Billy Joel 🎧

Season 1 Episode 45

🎹 BONUS EPISODE: A Message for Billy Joel 🎧
This one’s personal. Our team at History Ignited takes a moment to send love and support to the man who inspired our podcast—Billy Joel.
After hearing abou…

Published on 3 months, 1 week ago

James Dean: Hollywood Rebel | Kids History Podcast | History Ignited

Season 1 Episode 43

🚗💨 “Live fast, die young.” That’s exactly what James Dean did—and his legend still lives on.

In this episode of History Ignited, our kid hosts explore the short but powerful life of James Dean, the ic…

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago

Albert Einstein Explained for Kids | History Ignited Podcast

Season 1 Episode 42

Albert Einstein was more than just wild hair and funny photos—he was one of the greatest scientists in history! In this fun, kid-friendly episode of History Ignited, we explore the genius behind the …

Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago

Rock Around the Clock – The Hit That Launched Rock & Roll | History Ignited Podcast for Kids

Season 1 Episode 41

Discover how "Rock Around the Clock" by Bill Haley & His Comets helped launch rock and roll into the spotlight in 1954! In this kid-friendly episode of History Ignited, our hosts explore how one song…

Published on 4 months ago

Dien Bien Phu Falls: The Battle That Changed Vietnam Forever | History Ignited Podcast

Season 1 Episode 40

💥 A massive battle in a hidden valley changed the course of history...

In this episode of History Ignited, we’re heading back to 1954 Vietnam to uncover the story of Dien Bien Phu—the surprise victory…

Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago

The Mural That Vanished: Diego Rivera, Rockefeller, and the Art That Sparked a Storm

Season 1 Episode 39

In this bonus episode of History Ignited, we revisit the story of Diego Rivera’s controversial mural for Rockefeller Center that never saw the light of day. Why was it destroyed? What role did politi…

Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago

Dacron – The Fabric of a Generation | History Ignited Podcast

Season 1 Episode 37

On this episode of History Ignited, we’re unraveling the story behind Dacron—one of the most iconic inventions of the 1950s! 🧵👗 Why did Billy Joel include a fabric in his song “We Didn’t Start the Fi…

Published on 5 months ago