Podcasts by Bedtime History: Inspirational Stories for Kids and Families
Bedtime History is a series of educational, relaxing stories for kids and families. Learn about inspirational characters such as Jackie Robinson, Sacajawea, Neil Armstrong, and Maya Angelou. Other topics include space exploration, current events, and great feats of engineering such as The Transcontinental Railroad.
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Attack on Pearl Harbor from 2023-12-11T07:00
December 7th is the anniversary of the attack on the Pearl Harbor naval base in 1941, which thrust the United States into World War II. Join us as we learn more about the details of the attack b...
ListenChristmas Carols (Re-release) from 2023-12-07T08:00
Learn about the history of Christmas Carols during the holiday season.Β
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ListenNavajo Code Talkers (Re-release) from 2023-11-30T08:00
In honor of Native American Heritage Month, we're re-releasing our 2022 episode about the Navajo Code Talkers, who served valiantly in World War II.Β
P-22 The Hollywood Cougar from 2023-11-27T08:00
Learn about the life and rise to popularity of P-22, who became known as "The Hollywood Cougar" in the mountains of Santa Monica, California.Β
ListenVoyage of the Mayflower (Re-release) from 2023-11-23T08:00
Learn all about the pilgrims and their voyage on the Mayflower from England to the New World.
ListenOsamequin, Tisquantum, and The First Thanksgiving from 2023-11-20T08:00
Learn about the First Thanksgiving and the helpful Chief Osamequin (Massasoit) and Tisquantum (Squanto) who helped make it possible.
Sitting Bull (Re-release) from 2023-11-16T08:00
In honor of Native American Heritage Month, we wanted to share a past episode about Sitting Bull, the Lakota Sioux warrior and chief who led his people to many victories in the American West. Listen
Horses Impact on History from 2023-11-13T08:00
Dive in and learn a brief history of horses and their impact on history from the modernization of railroads to space travel!
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Berlin Wall: 25th Anniversary (Re-release) from 2023-11-09T08:00
On November 9, 1989, 25 years ago today, the Berlin Wall separating East and West Germany was torn down, marking the end of the control of East Germany by the Soviet Union. Join us as we learn m...
ListenU.S. States with Native American Names from 2023-11-06T08:00
In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, dive in as we learn about the meaning of many of the states' names with Native American origins.
Dia de los Muertos | Day of the Dead (Re-release) from 2023-11-01T05:00
With Dia de los Muertos being celebrated this week, learn all about the traditional Mexican holiday, Day of the Dead, where loved ones who have passed are remembered by their relatives.
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The Story of Halloween from 2023-10-30T05:00
Follow us back in time to October 31st 1 A.D. as a Celtic family prepares for the ancient festival of Samhain. Learn how Samhain evolved into All Souls Day, All Saints Day, and eventually the Ha...
ListenThe Statue of Liberty (Re-release) from 2023-10-28T05:00
Learn about the planning and construction of the Statue of Liberty on October 28, 1886.
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Classic Monsters of Halloween from 2023-10-16T05:00
Learn all about the history and legends of classic monsters such as Frankenstein, Dracula, Mummies, and Werewolves.
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Halloween and Fall Festivals Around the World from 2023-10-09T05:00
Join us as we take a tour of countries all across the world that celebrate Halloween or other festivals at the same time of year, such as Dia de los Muertos, Tang Xi, and All Souls Day.
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Competitive Running | Cross Country from 2023-10-02T05:00
Why have people been running since the dawn of humankind? Learn all about the history of competitive running, including Phaedipides and the Battle of Marathon and the British game Fox and Hounds...
ListenSega and Sonic the Hedgehog from 2023-09-25T05:00
Join us as we learn about the history of Sega, from its arcade games in Japan to its creation of the Sega Genesis, other consoles, and memorable characters such as Sonic the Hedgehog.
A Tour of Paris from 2023-09-18T05:00
Join us for a journey through Paris, France, as we visit famous sites such as The Louvre, the Seine River, the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, and Champs-ΓlysΓ©es, and learn more about the hi...
ListenThe Golden Age of Islam and Houses of Wisdom from 2023-09-11T05:00
Join us for a journey back in time to discover the incredible Golden Age of Islam and the Houses of Wisdom! Learn how these remarkable thinkers made groundbreaking contributions to mathematics, ...
ListenJackie Chan from 2023-09-04T05:00
Let's dive into the incredible world of Jackie Chan, the ultimate action hero! Join us as we explore his amazing journey from a young martial artist to a global movie sensation. We'll ...
ListenGunboat Judy, Heroic Dog of WWII from 2023-08-28T05:00
Today, we're diving into the incredible story of Gunboat Judy, the courageous dog who became a hero during wartime. Join us as we discover how Judy's loyalty and bravery saved lives at...
ListenHoward Carter and the Discovery of King Tut from 2023-08-21T05:00
Discover how a young boy's fascination with ancient Egypt led him to uncover a hidden treasure trove of pharaohs' riches. Explore the suspenseful moment when, after years of searching,...
ListenKing Tut and Ancient Egypt from 2023-08-14T05:00
Join us in this exciting episode as we journey back in time to ancient Egypt to uncover the mysteries of King Tutankhamun! From his royal lineage to his legendary tomb, we explore the life and t...
ListenHiram Bingham and Machu Picchu from 2023-08-07T05:00
Join us as we learn about the life of Hiram Bingham and his interest in exploring far-off places, which led him to the mountaintop palace of Machu Pichu. We learned about Machu Picchu and the In...
ListenMachu Picchu and the Inca Empire from 2023-07-31T05:00
Learn about King Pachacuti and the rise of the Inca Empire as it spread across northwest South America and the grand mountaintop palace they built called Machu Picchu.
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"Big Al" the Mighty Allosaurus from 2023-07-24T05:00
Learn about "Big Al", the mighty predator who once ruled the Jurassic World with its powerful legs and razor-sharp teeth.
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Togo, Balto, and the Lifesaving Sled Dog Race of 1925 from 2023-05-15T05:00
Learn about Balto, Togo, Blackie, Fox, and the other Siberian huskies and mushers who saved Alaskans during the serum run of 1925.
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Stone Portraits from 2023-05-01T03:00
Learn about world famous stone portraits such as The Great Sphinx of Giza, The Olmec Heads in Mexico, Nemrut Dag, Bayon Temple, Easter Island Heads, The Devil Heads, and Decebalus Rex in Romania...
ListenVenice, Italy from 2023-04-24T10:00
Learn about the famous Italian city built on water, from its founding to its notoriety as a tourist destination around the world.
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Sandra Oh Lin and KiwiCo from 2023-04-20T23:00
Learn about Sandra Oh Lin and the founding of KiwiCo, one of our favorite sponsors!
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Irish History, Traditions and Folklore from 2023-03-20T16:00
In celebration of St. Patrick's Day, learn about Irish history, traditions, and folklore. Learn about the fierce Irish landowner and head of the O'Malley Dynasty in West Ireland.
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Anthony van Leeuwenhoek from 2023-02-13T17:00
Learn about the 18th century Dutch microbiologist best known for the extraordinary microscopes he built and his study of microscopic biological life.
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Desmond Tutu from 2023-01-23T17:00
Learn about Desmond Tutu, the South African Anglican bishop, who worked against apartheid and racism and eventually won the Nobel Peace Prize.
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Lunar Chinese New Year from 2023-01-16T17:00
Learn about all of the traditions and customs surrounding the Chinese New Year. Learn how people celebrate New Year's Eve across the world.
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Christmas Traditions Q&A from 2022-12-19T17:00
Discover a few answers to questions about Christmas traditions with us. What is figgy pudding? What are sugar plums? Why do we decorate Christmas trees?
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Unsinkable Sam the Battleship Cat from 2022-12-05T18:00
Learn about the legendary cat who survived multiple battles during World War II in Europe.
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Midnight Ride of Sybil Ludington from 2022-11-28T17:00
Learn about the young heroine of the American Revolution, who rode over 40 miles alone in total darkness to warn fellow New York patriots of an impending British invasion.
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Frederick Douglass from 2022-11-14T20:00
Learn about the trying and extraordinary life of the former slave turned abolitionist, writer, and statesman.
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William and Caroline Herschel from 2022-11-07T22:00
Learn about the famous brother and sister astronomers who changed history with the invention of new telescopes and the discovery of many new stars, nebulae, and comets.
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Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II from 2022-09-12T16:00
Learn more about Queen Elizabeth II and the celebration of her 70th year of reign also called the "Platinum Jubilee".
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Oregon Trail from 2022-07-25T16:00
Learn about the famous trail that pioneers in the early United States traveled to settle the West.
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Dippy the Dinosaur from 2022-07-04T16:00
Learn about "Dippy the Dinosaur", the diplodocus discovered on July 4th, 1899 in Wyoming, USA.
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Major Taylor from 2022-06-13T16:00
Learn about the famous cyclist Marshall "Major" Taylor.
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Tomb of the Unknown Soldier from 2022-05-23T19:00
Learn about the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington Cemetary in Virginia. Learn more about why it was created, the soldiers it honors, and the impressive guards who watch the tomb day and k...
ListenBees&Beekeeping from 2022-05-16T16:00
Learn about the history of bees and beekeeping, also known as apiculture.
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Jules Verne from 2022-04-18T22:00
Learn about the world-famous French author whose interest in science, technology, and adventure wrote books like 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea and became a founder of the genre that became known ...
ListenTranscontinental Railroad (Remastered) from 2022-04-14T16:00
Learn about the railroad that stretched across the United States and transformed the country by providing faster access to the West.
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King George VI from 2022-04-11T16:00
Learn about King George VI, his struggles as a child with stuttering, and other challenges growing into the King of England.
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Industrial Revolution from 2022-04-04T16:00
Learn about the period of significant technological change in Europe and the United States, known as the Industrial Revolution, and inventors just as James Watt, Eli Whitney, and their invention...
ListenRosalind Franklin from 2022-03-28T16:00
Learn about the brilliant scientist who first photographed DNA and discovered its double helix structure.
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Sandra Day O'Conner from 2022-03-07T19:00
Learn about the first woman Supreme Court Justice, from her childhood growing up on a ranch in Arizona, to her important position on the United States Supreme Court.
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Roald Dahl from 2022-02-07T17:00
Learn about the famous children's author who wrote books such as Matilda, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, the BFG, and James and the Giant Peach.
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Mammoth Cave from 2021-12-06T17:00
Learn more about the history of Mammoth Cave in Kentucky. From its geological formation to its use by Native Americans and later tours which were given by intrepid explorers of the caves.
The Wright Brothers from 2021-11-29T16:00
Learn more about Orville and Wilbur Wright, the brothers who invented flight along with those who inspired them like Otto Lilienthal, the German inventor.
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Native Americans of North America: Part 2 from 2021-11-15T17:00
Happy Native American Heritage Month! Learn about the history of Native Americans in North America. How they came to be in the Americas and the history of the different cultures which spread acr...
ListenNative Americans of North America: Part 1 from 2021-11-08T17:00
Happy Native American Heritage Month! Learn about the history of Native Americans in North America. How they came to be in the Americas and the history of the different cultures which spread acr...
ListenDia de los Muertos | Day of the Dead from 2021-11-01T16:00
Learn about the traditional Mexican holiday of Dia de los Muertos where loved ones who have passed are remembered by their relatives.
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The Odyssey by Homer from 2021-10-28T19:00
Learn about the story of Homer's epic poem, The Odyssey, about the long and treacherous journey of Odysseus from The Trojan War back to his home in Ithaca.
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Storytelling and Oral Traditions from 2021-10-11T16:00
Learn about the history of storytelling and the oral tradition.
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Mae Jemison from 2021-10-04T16:00
Learn about Mae Jemison, the precocious and widely talented African American woman who joined NASA and traveled to space on the shuttle Endeavor.
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Easter Island from 2021-09-20T16:00
Learn about Easter Island, its discovery, and the history of people who lived there along with the giant carved heads, the moai.
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Bessie Coleman from 2021-09-06T16:00
Learn about Bessie Coleman, the daredevil aviator who defied all odds by becoming one of the first black women to earn a pilot's license and speak out against racism during the early 20th c...
ListenMiguel Hidalgo from 2021-08-23T19:00
Learn about the Mexican priest and revolutionary, who on the "Grito de Delores" ("Cry of Delores") day helped free Mexico from Spanish rule.
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Alternative Energy | Renewable Energy from 2021-06-28T19:00
Learn about the different innovations in alternative energy and how they are changing the world today.
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Alexander Hamilton from 2021-06-14T19:00
Learn about the Founding Father who fought in the American Revolution and as the Secretary of the Treasury helped put the United States on a strong financial foundation.
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Tim Berners-Lee and the Invention of the Internet from 2021-06-07T19:00
Learn about one of the creative engineers behind the invention of the world wide web, or the Internet, and technologies that led to its creation such as HTML, URLs, and web browsers.
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Thomas Edison from 2021-05-31T19:00
Learn about Thomas Edison, the American inventor of the lightbulb and many other modern technologies.
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Wayne Gretzky from 2021-05-10T18:00
Learn about "The Great One," the world-famous, and one of the best, hockey players of all time, Wayne Gretzky.
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Sir Ernest Shackleton from 2021-04-26T20:00
Learn about the intrepid explorer who led numerous expeditions to the uncharted Antarctic.
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Bethany Hamilton from 2021-04-19T03:00
Learn about Bethan Hamilton, the young surfer, who after surviving a shark attack went on to win surfing championships and inspire others worldwide.
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Elvis Presley from 2021-04-04T20:00
Learn about the King of Rock n' Roll, Elvis Presley.
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Stone Age from 2021-03-28T21:00
Learn more about humans during the period known as the Stone Age.
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Rainforests from 2021-03-22T20:00
Learn about the wonderful world of rainforests, how rainforests work, and why they are important.
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Jim Henson from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about Jim Henson, the talented puppet designer who created the Muppets and many Sesame Street characters.
ListenQueen Victoria from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about Victoria, the Queen of the United Kingdom of Britain and Ireland, and the great progress that took place during what became known as Victorian England.
ListenChicago World's Fair | World's Columbian Exposition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the World's Columbian Exposition held in 1893.
ListenSitting Bull from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the brave warrior and leader of the Lakota Sioux tribes of the American West, Sitting Bull.
ListenMilton Bradley from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the famous game designer, Milton Bradley.
ListenThe Great Wall of China from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about one of the most extensive building projects and structures in the history of the world.Β
ListenMother Teresa from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the Catholic missionary nun who devoted her life to serving the people of India.
ListenThe Spanish Armada, Queen Elizabeth and Sir Francis Drake from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the famous naval battle between England and Spain.
ListenAlbert Einstein from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about one of the most famous thinkers and scientists of all time, Albert Einstein.Β
ListenMars Exploration from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the history of human interest in the Red Planet and its modern-day exploration.
ListenMaya Angelou from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the famous author and poet who helped the Civil Rights Movement and changed the world with her inspiring words and life story.
ListenAthens vs. Sparta from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the early Greek city-states of Athens and Sparta, how they were different, and the war that eventually started between them.
ListenHayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the world-renowned Japanese animator and film director, Hayao Miyazaki.
ListenArtificial Intelligence & Robotics from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn more about the history of artificial intelligence and robotics, and how advances in these fields are changing our world today.
ListenBeatrice Shilling from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the British motorcycle racer and talented aircraft engineer, Beatrice Shilling.
ListenJackie Robinson from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about Jackie Robinson, who against all odds, became the first Major League baseball player for the Brooklyn Dodgers.Β
ListenMayan Empire from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the Mayan Civilization and their powerful empire that encompassed ancient Mesoamerica.Β
ListenHelen Keller from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about Helen Keller's journey to overcome all odds by learning to speak, read, write books and later tour the world bringing attention to others with similar disabilities.
ListenSteve Jobs from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the creation of Apple computers and its ingenious founder.
ListenPanama Canal from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the construction of the Panama Canal, one of the great feats of engineering in modern history!
ListenInternational Space Station from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the International Space Station, from its gradual creation to its current habitat for research and space discovery.
ListenGeorge Washington: Part 3 - The U.S. Constitution and Presidency from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about George Washington's role in the Constitutional Convention and his terms as the first President of the United States.
ListenGeorge Washington: Part 2 - The American Revolution from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about George Washington's part in the Continental Congress and his battles as a general in the American Revolution.
ListenGeorge Washington: Part 1 - Childhood and French and Indian War from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the first president of the United States, George Washington, from his boyhood in Virginia to his battles in the French and Indian War. This is part 1 of a 2 part series about his life.
ListenOle Kirk Christiansen and Lego from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the history of Ole Kirk Christiansen and the invention of Lego by he and his sons.
ListenThe Grand Canyon from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the history of The Grand Canyon.
ListenThe Titanic from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the history of the construction, maiden voyage and sinking of the Titanic, along with later efforts to discover the wreckage.
ListenThe Berlin Wall from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the wall dividing East and West Germany, the reasons why it was built and the adventurous people who escaped.
ListenTania Aebi & Sarah Dekker from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about two incredible women who circumnavigated the globe by sailboat.
ListenStan and Jan Berenstain from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the husband and wife creators of the entertaining Berenstain Bears children's book series.
ListenNikola Tesla from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about one of the geniuses of the electrical age, Nikola Tesla.
ListenNintendo: Fusajiro Yamauchi, Hiroshi Yamauchi, Gunpei Yokoi and Shigeru Miyamoto from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the founders of Nintendo and the talented people who have designed their games over the years.
ListenMark Twain from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about one of America's most famous authors, Samuel Clemens, also known as Mark Twain.
ListenEdgar Allan Poe from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the difficult but impactful life of the world renowned writer of mystery and detective stories, Edgar Allan Poe.
ListenThe Bedtime History Story from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the history of Bedtime History!
ListenLeonardo Da Vinci from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about one of the most curious and creative geniuses in recorded history, a true Renaissance Man who painted, sculpted, sketched and invented.
ListenThe Bone Wars from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about Edward Drinker Cope and Othniel Charles Marsh and the war that ensued between them as the two paleontologists as they stopped at nothing to discover the most fossils.
ListenHarriet Tubman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the brave woman who put her own life at risk to lead others to freedom along the Underground Railroad.
ListenNotre Dame Cathedral from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the history of the famous cathedral in Paris, the Notre-Dame and the efforts to rebuilt it after the recent fire damage.
ListenAmelia Earhart from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the famous American pilot and her many adventures to break aviation records and inspire other women to be pilots, too.
ListenGalileo Galilei from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the famous Italian mathematician and astronomer who defied the authorities of his day in the pursuit of science and reason.
ListenHistory of Memorial Day from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the history of Memorial Day.
ListenCharlemagne from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about one of the most powerful kings of ancient Europe, Charlemagne.
ListenHistory of Easter from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the history of Easter, Passover and how the holiday is celebrated today.
ListenThe History of Chocolate from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the amazing history of chocolate. From the cacao bean used by the ancient Olmecs in Mesoamerica to the mass production of chocolate bars by modern companies like Hershey, learn how we c...
ListenD-Day: Operation Overlord from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the plans leading up to D-Day and its importance as one of the defining battles of World War 2.
ListenSt. Patrick's Day from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the patron saint of Ireland, St. Patrick, and the origin of St. Patrick's Day.
ListenMarie Curie from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about Marie Curie, the extraordinary woman scientist who won multiple Nobel Peace Prizes and helped develop early x-ray technology.
ListenPresidents' Day: Childhoods from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Happy Presidents' Day! Learn about the childhoods of several of the Presidents of the United States of America, many of which were very difficult and very humble beginnings.
ListenHistory of Disneyland from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about Walt Disney's idea behind Disneyland and how it came to be, from its design to its construction and future.
ListenWalt Disney from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about Walt Disney's childhood in Marceline and his early days as an animator, then on to the success of his early animated films leading up to the creation of Disneyland.
ListenMartin Luther King, Jr. from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the great civil rights leader, Martin Luther King Jr. from his days as a pastor to his great march on Washington, and about the change that came from his efforts to bring about equality...
ListenPyramids of Egypt from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the incredible pyramids of Ancient Egypt, pharaohs, mummies, and more about why and how the pyramids were built.
ListenChristmas Trees from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the origin of Christmas trees which started in ancient European times and now is a primary tradition in cultures around the world who celebrate Christmas.
ListenDian Fossey from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about Dian Fossey, the zoologist who sacrificed much to study the Gorillas of Rwanda and help to protect them.
ListenWolfgang Amadeus Mozart from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the musical prodigy Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
ListenThe History of Halloween from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the 2,000 year old history of Halloween, which started with ancient Celtic traditions and evolved into the fun celebration it is today.
ListenMarco Polo from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about Marco Polo, the Italian merchant, who traveled Asia to become one of the earliest European explorers to learn about its culture and people and return to write about it.
ListenSteve Irwin: The Crocodile Hunter from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about Steve Irwin, best known as The Crocodile Hunter, an Australian TV personality and crocodile expert who had a passion for teaching about wildlife and it's preservation.
ListenHedy Lamarr from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about Hedy Lamarr, the famous actress who also helped invent an early device for radio communications.
ListenThe Eiffel Tower from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the history of Paris's world famous Eiffel Tower.
ListenEras In History: The Renaissance from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about one of the greatest eras in history, The Renaissance, where education and innovation flourished, the likes of which had never before been seen in the history of the world.
ListenNurses Of World War I from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the brave female nurses of World War I and all they did to bring comfort and cheer to the wounded during one of the most difficult periods in the history of the world.
ListenMichael Jordan from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the world famous basketball player Michael Jordan. Follow us on a journey from his childhood in Brooklyn to championship years with the Bulls and the Olympic "Dream Team."
ListenJacques Cousteau from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the childhood of Jacques Cousteau, when he first became interested in the ocean, his later invention of the aqua-lung and his filmmaking adventures across the globe.
ListenCurrent Events: Thailand soccer team Tham Luang cave rescue from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about a current event, the rescue of the soccer team in the Tham Luang Thailand caves; and the brave divers who gave their all to bring the boys to safety.
ListenComputer Science from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the history of computer technology, from the abacus of the ancient world to smartphones of the modern age.
ListenNewsies Strike of 1899 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the newsies strike of 1899, when a band of courageous newsboys took on the most powerful newspaper owners in New York City.
ListenPaul Revere's Ride: A Poem by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Enjoy a reading of Paul Revere's Ride, the famous American poem by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.
ListenSandra Porter from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about an everyday hero who has changed many lives through her goodness and talents, my wonderful grandmother, Sandra Porter.
ListenThe Rosetta Comet Mission from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about the first spacecraft to visit a comet, the Rosetta Mission.
ListenTegla Loroupe: Marathon Hero from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Learn about Tegla Loroupe, the little girl from Africa who grew up to be a famous marathon runner and inspiration to her people.
ListenNellie Bly: Around the World in 72 Days from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
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ListenIrving Berlin from 2018-07-05T01:19:16
Learn about the ambitious young immigrant, Irving Berlin, and his rise from poverty to become one of America's greatest songwriters.
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J.K. Rowling from 2018-05-09T15:21
Learn about J.K. Rowling, the author of Harry Potter, who dreamed of being a writer and eventually found great success in her world famous fantasy series.
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Learn about Buffalo Bill Cody, the American West hunter who eventually started his own Wild West Show and travelled the world with his famous band of performers.
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Learn about Nancy Wake, the brave spy and soldier who helped lead the Allies and French Resistance to victory during World War 2.
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Learn about one of the most well known Founding Fathers, Benjamin Franklin, who was also a writer, inventor and philanthropist.
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Learn about Gymnast Kerri Strug as she started training as a child and improved her skills until winning a Gold Medal at the Atlanta Olympic Games.
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The First Transcontinental Railroad from 2017-07-21T18:18:36
Learn about the amazing engineering feat of the Transcontinental Railroad and the ingenious and brave Americans who constructed it. Learn about Eurostar, the underwater tunnel, one of the greatest engineering feats in the history of the world.
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Learn about Joan of Arc, the young French girl who gave her people hope for freedom during a time of war.
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Learn about Joan of Arc, the young French girl who gave her people hope for freedom during a time of war.
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Gail Halvorsen: Berlin Candy Bomber from 2016-11-01T23:01:20
Learn about World War 2 pilot Gail Halvorsen, who came up with a creative way to bring hope to the children of war torn Germany.
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ListenSir Edmund Hillary: Knight of Mount Everest from 2016-10-18T23:05:39
Learn about the adventures of Sir Edmund Hillary as he grew from boy to man and conquered the highest mountain in the world, Mount Everest.
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Neil Armstrong: First to the Moon from 2016-09-13T00:00
Learn about famous astronaut Neil Armstrong as you drift off to sleep.
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