Podcast Episodes

Budapest 1956: The Student Uprising That Shook the World | History Ignited

Season 1 Episode 52

In 1956, the people of Hungary—led by brave students—rose up against the Soviet Union in a fight for freedom. It was bold, it was heartbreaking, and it sent a powerful message across the Cold War wor…

Published on 3 months ago

Brigitte Bardot: Fame, Fashion & Animal Rescue | History Ignited 🎙️

Season 1 Episode 51

Brigitte Bardot: Fame, Fashion & Animal Rescue | History Ignited 🎙️

In this episode of History Ignited, we dive into the life of Brigitte Bardot — French film star, fashion icon, and later, fierce ani…

Published on 3 months, 1 week ago

Disneyland Magic: How a Dream Became a Theme Park Icon | History Ignited Podcast

Season 1 Episode 50

Disneyland | The Happiest Place in History | History Ignited 🎙️

In this magical episode of History Ignited, we’re heading to Anaheim, California to uncover how Walt Disney turned a carousel daydream i…

Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago

Elvis Has Entered the Podcast | History Ignited 🎙️

Season 1 Episode 49

This week on History Ignited, we’re taking you all the way to Graceland and back as we dive into the story of the one and only Elvis Presley — the King of Rock 'n' Roll.

From his humble beginnings in …

Published on 3 months, 4 weeks ago

BONUS: We Won a Webby! | Behind the Scenes of History Ignited's Big Win

Season 1 Episode 47

This special bonus episode of History Ignited is all about the win heard around the podcast world—our Webby People’s Voice Award for Best Kids & Family Podcast!

🎙️ Hear from the whole crew (Amy, Andre…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

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. 🎥✈️

Join An…

Published on 4 months, 1 week 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 4 months, 2 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 5 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 5 months 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 5 months, 1 week ago