Juneteenth: America's Second Independence Day Ray Notgrass: On today’s Exploring History podcast, we’ll look at America’s newest national holiday, what has been called America’s second Independence Day. I’m referring to the day known as Juneteent... 19th Century 20th Century 21st Century Black Americans Holidays
Laura Ingalls Wilder Laura Ingalls Wilder lived in many different little houses in many different places during her long, fascinating life. For over twenty years, our family has enjoyed exploring the places where the Inga... 19th Century 20th Century Books and Authors Family Life
The War (World War II) Ray Notgrass: June 6, 2024, marks the 80th anniversary of D-Day, when Allied forces invaded Nazi-occupied Europe during World War II. On today’s Exploring History podcast, we’ll explain the causes of ... 20th Century Military WWII
Irving Berlin and "God Bless America" Ray Notgrass: On today’s Exploring History podcast, we’ll tell the story of an immigrant and his song that became an American classic. Titus Anderson: [music in background] Welcome to Exploring Histor... 20th Century Biography Culture Immigration / Immigrants Music
In the Presence of Soldiers: The Tennessee Maneuvers During World War II Ray Notgrass: On today’s Exploring History podcast, we’ll discuss military activity within the United States that helped lead to victory in Europe in World War II. Titus Anderson: [music in background... 20th Century Daily Life WWII
Helping a Continent Be Strong and Free Ray Notgrass: On today’s Exploring History podcast, I'll talk about a time when the United States helped a continent be strong and free. Titus Anderson: [music in background] Welcome to Exploring Hist... 20th Century Cold War International Relations
A Powerful Christian Legacy Ray Notgrass: On today’s Exploring History podcast, I’ll tell you about a remarkable person that Charlene and I knew that you probably never heard of, who left a profound Christian legacy. Titus Ander... 20th Century Christianity / Christians Civil Rights
Much More Than a Street Name: The Story of Rosa Parks Ray Notgrass: On today’s Exploring History podcast, we’ll look at the life of a simple, quiet, private citizen whose courageous act changed America. Titus Anderson: [music in background] Welcome to Ex... 20th Century Biography Christianity / Christians Civil Rights