Complete list of American History Podcasts - Listen & Review on Goodpods

How do landmark Supreme Court decisions affect our lives? What does the 2nd Amendment really say? Why does the Senate have so much power? Civics 101 is the podcast about how our democracy works...or is supposed to work, anyway.

Discover the Untold Stories of Black History with Black Washed History Explore the hidden history of Black culture and uncover the untold stories that have shaped the world with Black Washed History—a podcast that goes beyond the usual narratives to explore forgotten history, trailblazing historical figures, and groundbreaking cultural milestones. Formerly known as The Coin: Black History on the Other Side, this podcast reveals the lesser-known chapters of Black history that deserve recognition and celebration. While many know about 1619, the Civil Rights Movement, and the Black Panther Party, there is so much more to discover. From the achievements of Black leaders and innovators to the rich cultural history of the African diaspora, Black Washed Historydeepens your understanding of the past and its impact on modern society. This is not just another boring history lesson—it’s a journey into the dynamic and diverse narratives that shaped the world. Through captivating storytelling, we bring Black history to life*\ in ways that are both educational and inspiring. This podcast is for you if you:Love exploring untold historical stories.Want to connect with Black culture and build a deeper appreciation for its global influence.Believe in education beyond the classroom and want to uncover forgotten heroes and hidden achievements. Did you know that Isaac Murphy, a Black jockey, was one of the greatest in American history? Or that Black women once ruled powerful African kingdoms? While the U.S. has yet to see a female president, Black history is filled with pioneering leaders who reshaped the world. If these stories are new to you, now is the time to expand your knowledge and challenge what you thought you knew about history. Why Listen to Black Washed History?-Masterclass-Style Series: Deep dives into key figures, events, and eras, such as Black innovators and revolutionary movements.Creative Historical Fiction: Reimagine the past with storytelling that brings history to life.Cultural Education: Gain a fresh perspective on Black identity and its global influence. Produced by Historians Connect, Black Washed History is your gateway to exploring hidden narratives and building a deeper connection to the rich tapestry of Black history. This podcast challenges perspectives and inspires listeners to see history in a whole new light. Want more? Immerse yourself further by subscribing to our weekly short history series on YouTube. https://youtube.com/@historiansconnect760?si=-p0m22AXD64uQ7YRVisit [www.historiansconnect.org](http://www.historiansconnect.org) to join the conversation and access even more history content. Black Washed History: Where every story matters and every listener discovers something new. Subscribe now and become part of the journey to uncover Black history like never before!

What's your favorite history? Each interview on this podcast begins with this one question. Our guests are people who like history and get really excited about a particular time, place or person from our distant or not so distant past. The jumping off point is the place where our they became curious then entered the rabbit hole into discovery through scholarly research, pop culture, documentaries, other podcasts...We look at history through the filter of other peoples eyes.https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=965986

This is the stuff they never taught us in history class.Ever wonder why famous historical figures like Aaron Burr, George McClellan, Douglas MacArthur, Cato the Younger, Julius Caesar, and many others fell from the great heights to which they had ascended to end up in death or disgrace?History's Trainwrecks explores the self-destructive tendencies of historical figures who lose everything even when the prize of a lifetime is in reach, often costing them a treasured place in history.History is full of trainwrecks, and we can’t look away.Support the show with a one-time gift! or Help keep Trainwrecks on the tracks with a paid membership! Subscribe to History's TrainwrecksSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/historys-trainwrecks. Help keep trainwrecks on the tracks. Become a supporter at https://plus.acast.com/s/historys-trainwrecks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Violent Femme is a narrative podcast about women in history who were brave, bold, and ingenious, yet are mostly remembered for their brutality or villainy, if at all. Each episode will resurrect one of history’s brutally brave women whose image has been tarnished or even erased by men who fear such women but have long been entrusted with our history. Violent Femme will retell and sometimes reimagine history from the heroine’s perspective. This is herstory.

abandoned: The All-American Ruins Podcast guides listeners through immersive audio fantasies, recreating host Blake Pfeil’s experiences exploring abandoned spaces across the United States and around the world. Along the way, the show asks critical questions about American history and culture, community, economics, the environment, and mental health while encouraging folks to activate their imaginations as a tool for healing.Winner: Signal Awards (2024 - Best Experimental Podcast, Best Indie Podcast, Most Innovative Listening Experience, Best Writing of an Individual Episode)Nominee: UK Press Gazette Future of Media Awards (2024 - Regional Podcast of the Year), Ambie Awards (2024 - Best Indie Podcast)To learn more, visit www.allamericanruins.com. You can join the All-American Ruins Expedition Club now: https://plus.acast.com/s/abandoned-the-all-american-ruins-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Unsinkable, a podcast that started as a intense look at the cultural history of Titanic and its era but has evolved into a look at the untold stories that our history is laden with: women, people of color, families that have spoken up and lived out loud to leave a legacy we cannot ignore. The past is present and the future. We cannot make the mistakes of our ancestors.

A podcast about the history, preservation, and culture of American cemeteries hosted by Liz Clappin

That Wasn't In My Textbook is our bi-weekly podcast that helps us uncover the things we always wished we learned from that boring, bulky textbook. Tune in to the history class you never knew you ALWAYS wanted to take - because history is not only what happened in the past but also what's happening this very second.

Have You Heard This One? is a sound-rich music anthology series dedicated to telling the stories of overlooked artists, fascinating characters, under-represented voices, funny moments, important events, forgotten chapters of history, and some of the greatest music stories seldom told. Each episode is hosted by a different journalist taking listeners on a deep dive into the heart of music and fandom. Produced by an all-woman team, the stories range from epic to hilarious, poignant to shocking or downright strange. Whether told in one episode or over the span of a few, each story will leave you asking your friends, “Have You Heard This One?"

The Surfing Historian podcast, hosted by Dr. Jason Old, features scholars from around the world discussing some of their most recent research. Jason is a historian, surfer, world traveler, and university professor, with connections to academics and researchers doing interesting and noteworthy work in their respective fields—many of whom are surfers themselves. In this podcast, Jason and his colleagues discuss the nuanced world of surfing, examining the historical, cultural, philosophical, and even scientific elements of the sport we’re all stoked on. This includes the origins of surfing itself, from its roots, rituals, and the existential allure of the waves, to the stigmas of being a surf studies scholar. This podcast is for anyone and everyone who enjoys stimulating and thought-provoking conversations about history, culture, society, and surfing.

What does liberty mean to you? Diane von Furstenberg narrates this groundbreaking, limited-series podcast about the often untold stories behind one of the world’s most famous landmarks: the Statue of Liberty. Listen as the sounds of history come to life through the fascinating stories told by historians Alan Kraut and Barry Moreno, and park ranger Melissa Magnuson-Cannady. You’ll learn about the Statue’s evolving meaning, how Joseph Pulitzer saved it from abandon, and how Lady Liberty stirs conversation and controversy. Raising the Torch is a production of the Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation in partnership with FRQNCY Media.

A modern U.S. history podcast about the events that spanned the Baby Boomer generation’s lifespan & that are still relevant to people today, especially to Millennials. Unlike some history podcasts, this podcast follows the national story in a chronological manner, starting in 1946. Most episodes are around a half-hour to 45 minutes in length. Each episode covers one year, possibly going all the way up to the present. You can e-mail the show here, we would love your feedback!: boomertomillennial @t outlook.com

Welcome to a refreshingly casual take on history podcasts. Join Kat and Kaleigh as they share their favorite stories from history - the odd, the funny, the forgotten, and the often misunderstood. But fair warning, this is not your average history lecture. New episodes every Tuesday! Contact us! Twitter: @TINAHLpodcast Email: [email protected]

Discover the untold stories hidden in your own backyard with Hometown History. We bring to life the forgotten events and local legends that never made it into the textbooks. Each episode uncovers the mysteries and pivotal moments that shaped small towns across the nation. Join us as we delve deep into the past to reveal the history you didn't know existed. Let's explore the hidden chapters of history, one hometown at a time.

Americans love sports. We are fanatics who dress in team colors, root, root, root for the home team, and live and die with the success and failure of our favorite athlete. But if we take the time to look beneath the surface and beyond the simple factual question of who won and who lost, we are also presented with some of the most fascinating stories from our nation’s past. In this new podcast series Professor Matt Andrews goes beyond telling entertaining tales of races won, touchdowns scored, players rounding the bases, and highlights the historical significance of sports in the United States. He explains to us why sports have mattered so much in this country and he reveals how sports have actually changed the course of American history. Sports are a highlight reel of history. Join us as we explore the stories that are more than just exciting tales of athletic competitions. ​American Sport ​is about some of the most compelling moments and significant turning points in American history. American Sport is created by Professor Matt Andrews and is an original podcast by Trailblazer Studios, Executive Produced by Katye Rone, and Co-produced by Aurelia Belfield and Casey Helmick.

24 Hours After, an original podcast from The HISTORY® Channel, takes listeners on a deep dive into the immediate aftermath of critical moments that reshaped the world. Each season, we will experience one of these key events with immersive sound design, to put us behind the eyes and ears of those who were there and learn how their minute-by-minute decisions rippled into the future. Hosted by historian Steve Gillon, we speak to experts, authors, and eyewitnesses to paint a full picture of each turning point in history. 24 Hours After: The JFK Assassination (season one) will unpack this unforgettable incident with unprecedented detail. We'll hear from the Secret Service agent who jumped on Kennedy's car after the shots were fired, a White House pool reporter who chased JFK's car to the hospital and saw his successor sworn in, as well as from numerous scholars who shed a light on often overlooked details from this story. Each episode puts us into the minds of one key player—Jackie Kennedy, Lee Harvey Oswald, Lyndon Johnson, and more—to experience this tragedy as it happened and understand how history unfolded from their actions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The podcast for history lovers or enthusiasts. Long-ranging historical topics covered over multip-part episodes. In each episode, we will dive into a variety of historical topics and leave our listeners with a better understanding of those topics. Whether you are new to history or have been studying it for years there will be something for everyone.

The Iroquois Confederacy. An Indigenous North American civilization with equal rights and representative government that left Europeans in bewilderment. Their influence affected the American free spirit and the modern day woman's rights movement. This show covers the culture, histories and legends of the Haudenosaunee. The People of the Longhouse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sports History This Week brings to life moments in competition that redefined sports and our culture. Every week, host Kaelen Jones will unpack one sporting event that occurred within that calendar week sometime in the past. Through gripping narratives, illustrative archival and interviews with athletes and experts, Jones will guide listeners through the pivotal triumphs, failures and turning points that shaped today’s sports world and beyond. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I Love MuzzleloadingTM is dedicated to sharing the news, history, and personal stories of the people that know and love Muzzleloading. From the traditional craftspeople building from scratch, to modern manufacturers pushing the limits of engineering, we love muzzleloading. Visit Ilovemuzzleloading.com to learn more or foll ow us on social media for daily updates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From Julius Caesar to the Kennedys, successful assassinations have played a significant role in the course of human civilization. This show isn't about those. Instead, we're looking at failed assassination attempts from throughout history. From near misses to disastrous blunders, these would-be assassinations often still made a major impact. Music by astrofreq from Pixabay.

John Brown Today is a podcast devoted to historical and contemporary themes relating to the abolitionist John Brown (1800-59), the controversial antislavery and antiracist freedom fighter. John Brown Today is hosted by Louis A. DeCaro Jr., a Brown biographer and researcher, the most prolific author on the John Brown theme since the abolitionist's death in 1859. John Brown Today engages a range of themes from history and biography to popular culture and other contemporary themes.

Now more than ever is the time to discuss America's Place in the World. Join retired four star United States Marine Corps General and former U.S. special envoy to Israel and the Palestinian Authority Tony Zinni and host, Adam P. Kennedy. We take a hard look at some of the most pressing past and present questions facing America and the world. The series will present a unique non-political view on these global issues.

The Presidency Podcast aims to cover the complete life of every American president. This includes their childhood, life before their presidency, election, time in office, and subsequent legacy. The goal is to give the listener a total understanding of all the presidents and to tell American history indirectly along the way.Email us with comments or questions: [email protected] the Show!-https://www.patreon.com/thepresidencypodcast-https://thepresidencypodcast.creator-spring.com Get Exclusive Member's Episodes on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hosts Dusty Wilson and Oona O'Leary meet up fortnightly to chat about third parties, fringe candidates, and generally weird American electoral history.

The "Rally on the Colors" Podcast is the Official Podcast of the Gettysburg Guard, a non profit Honor Guard, with a specific focus on honoring and remembering the sacrifice of all of those who have fought and died for this great Nation, with a specific focus on the American Civil War. The ROTC Podcast provides a platform for the Gettysburg Guard to make its generational commitment to remembering, honoring, preserving and educating. The ROTC Podcast will build a foundational educational background to better provide listeners with an intimate understanding of the individual stories of the soldiers as they are told through the subsequent episodes.

American History is discussed and reviewed with cause and effect relationships and long term implications. This is part of a larger series of podcasts and videos available at www.buschistory.net and also available on You Tube under Buschistory.

This 14-part original series from LWC Studios explores how reparations should be paid and to whom. For all episodes, transcripts and supplemental materials visit StillPayingThePricePod.com. This series was funded by a grant from The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation. Cover art: "Gemini" by Fitgi Saint-Louis

A podcast about stories in history that shook up the United States.

Linebacker II veteran Ron Bartlett & aviation artist and filmmaker host a four-part series on the Operation that effectively ended the Vietnam War for the United States and brought the POWs home.The Linebacker II Libraries series features conversation with Vietnam War veterans and the pre-recorded recollections of many others affected by the moment.The Linebacker II Libraries series is a production of The Distinguished Flying Cross Society as a way to fulfill their ongoing mission of bringing the stories of DFC recipients to a broader audience.

The Constitutionalist is a podcast cohosted by Professor Benjamin Kleinerman, the RW Morrison Professor of Political Science at Baylor University and Founder and Editor of the Constitutionalist Blog, and his student, Shane Leary. Each week, they discuss political news in light of its constitutional implications, and explore a unique constitutional topic, ranging from the thoughts and experiences of America's founders and statesmen, historical episodes, and the broader philosophic ideas that influence the American experiment in government.

Texas History for Kids will share some of the known and lesser known parts of Texas history that you may not have learned in school. Educator, Michelle Gallegos, will dive into history from Texas' battles and historical monuments to the odd and enchanted in a kid-friendly manner within 15 minutes or less. New episodes come out every Monday.

Action! Adventure! Hilarious historical anecdotes! The Historical Broadcasting Corporation has it all. Join host Mitch Lohr as he interviews some of the most exciting (and often odd) characters from across history. A perfect combination of humor and history, the HBC has something for everyone.

Chris Thomas King's The Blues: The Authentic Narrative is hosted by Grammy and Country Music Award-winning blues artist Chris Thomas King. The podcast is inspired by his new book The Blues: The Authentic Narrative of My Music and Culture. This podcast series is where King engages listeners with stories about his music philosophy, culture, and everything Blues.

Why should we have to imagine the experiences of those who were enslaved in the United States of America? We shouldn’t have to...Matter of fact, we DON’T have to. Mind of a Slave captures the thoughts and experiences of previously enslaved persons who were still living in the 1930s. These little-known interviews with hundreds of men and women will be transported to life episode by episode in this dynamic audio series. Their thoughts on freedom, the current times, and simple conversations will all be brought to your ears. Listen to every episode to truly examine – THE MIND OF A SLAVE.

Emmy-winning actor and Broadway legend André de Shields narrates Making..., an original podcast from The HISTORY® Channel. Each season takes listeners inside the lives of history’s greatest figures and examines the events that forged these legends.Making Teddy takes you inside the life of a man who went from the big city to life on the frontier, from leading a cavalry unit in the Spanish-American War to leading the entire country from the White House. Each episode will bring together leading historians, authors and journalists to paint in vivid detail the forces that shaped Theodore Roosevelt into the pioneer he would become. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Primary is a biweekly podcast where historian Erin Rock and criminally uninformed Vinnie Squitiro examine an event from history by going straight to the source. Each episode, we’ll look at a different primary source to gain a deeper understanding of what it means and why it matters.

The history and how-to of American labor, from 1619 to tomorrow's headlines. Starting with the Jamestown strike (as the White Lion landed), this podcast will cover American labor history in its advances, setbacks, triumphs, and shames, interspersed with labor theory and practice for making labor history of your own.Solidarity forever, friends! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Revere House Radio brings you all things Revere House, from the true story of Paul Revere's midnight ride to lesser-known Revere family history, author interviews, and more! Season 4 is coming in spring 2025.

Authors John Banks and Tom McMillan dive deep into the Battle of Antietam — September 17, 1862, the bloodiest day in American history — as well as into the 1862 Maryland Campaign and other Civil War topics. Join these longtime journalists, who, along with their guests, share stories, knowledge and much more about the battle and the most compelling period in American history. The podcast is sponsored by Civil War Trails, which since 1994 has connected visitors with small towns and big stories across a network that now spans six states.

History Mixtapes explores how music and history intertwine. We will explore how the past can come alive by using music as a primary source, but also think about how listening to music and musical exploration can help us see the past through different lenses and lead us into new ways of connecting. We all tell stories with music: in playlists or mix tapes or other myriad mechanisms. And no one puts their story -- or the past's story -- to the same soundtrack.

Uncommon history with an unconventional pair. Join married hosts Rebecca Robbins (a Broadway actress) and Kim Kimmel (her college history instructor) as they delve into topics that run the historical gambit. A gifted storyteller, Kim taught history at the collegiate level for 29 years while as a student, Rebecca always sat in the front row of his Western Civilizations class soaking up every word he said. For the record, she made an A in his class. She went on to pursue a Broadway career (The Phantom of The Opera, A Tale of Two Cities) while he continued to teach at her alma mater (Curtis Institute of Music). Though you couldn't get more different than these two with their 23-year age difference, together they bring history to life with their unique perspectives, entertaining banter, and shared love of the past. Sometimes quirky, sometimes obscure, this is the kind of history you’ll actually want to remember. Now in our Second Season. New episodes bi-weekly on Wednesday mornings.

Put on your walking shoes, we're going places.

A look at history one year at a time, from as many angles as possible. Famous people, infamous people, obscure people; wars, revolutions, peace treaties, art, science, sports, religion. The big picture, in an entertaining podcast package. The complete first season of The Year That Was is now available. However, the podcast is now on hiatus. What happens next? That's a very good question! I'll let you know as soon as I've figured it out for myself. Thanks to everyone who has listened and reached out. This has been enormous fun. Keep in touch! -- Elizabeth

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Historian Richard Brookhiser joins constitutional scholar Luke Thompson to examine thirteen historical documents and recount their role in the development of liberty.

The City of Lawrenceville turned 200 in 2021. To celebrate, we launched the Bicentennial Podcast with Gwinnett Magazine. The name fit, and we’ve kept it, though we have moved beyond our 200-year celebration. Offered monthly in audio and video format, the podcast celebrates our vibrant city and features key community members.

Explore the social history of etiquette, food, and decorating, as well as modern day advice on entertaining, style, and charm with host, Emily Pertzborn.

Race Haven is a safe place for people from diverse Race, Religious, Cultural, & Political backgrounds to bring their race based perspectives, questions, assumptions, frustrations, and experiences to engage in thoughtful honest Dialogue in an effort to transcend race in America.