Podcasts by Remember That Time: An Historical Podcast

Johnny Appleseed from 2023-11-20T10:38:43

It's the last episode of 2023, and we're learning about American folk hero, Johnny Appleseed! We'll talk at you all in the New Year!

The Dancing Plague of 1518 from 2023-11-06T11:06:22

Why would a group of people just start dancing, and be unable to stop until praying to a statue? This week, we learn about the strange Dancing Plague of 1518!

The Greenbrier Ghost from 2023-10-23T11:44:59

Appalachian Spooky Season continues with a WV haunting! This week, we're learning about the spirit who identified her own killer - the Greenbrier Ghost.

Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum from 2023-10-09T11:34

It's officially Spooky Season 2023! This year, it's all about Appalachian haunted history. To kick things off, we're learning about a super haunted building, with a storied history: the Trans-Al...

Harry Houdini from 2023-09-25T19:24:54

Let's learn about one of America's first celebrities, expert of the escape, and ultimate skeptic: Harry Houdini!

Mark Twain from 2023-09-11T10:17:57

He came in with a comet & went out the same way. And in between, he wrote some of the most influential pieces of American literature. This week, we're learning all about Mark Twain!

Margaret Tudor from 2023-08-14T11:40:21

You thought we were done with the Tudors? HA! It's time to learn all about Henry VIII's older sister, Margaret Tudor. She was a queen, she had the worst husbands, but she did her best to keep th...

Juliette Gordon Low from 2023-07-31T11:07:24

A woman with a vision, a man who got on her nerves, and Cloudlands! Let's talk about Juliette Gordon Low and the Girl Scouts! 

Agrippina the Younger from 2023-07-17T11:49:10

This week, we're going back to the ancient world to learn all about the woman who was pulling all the strings in Rome: Agrippina the Younger. We've got drama, we've got plotting, we've got lots ...

The Newsboys’ Strike of 1899 from 2023-07-03T14:03:02

This week, we're learning about the Newsboys' Strike of 1899, inspiration for Amanda's favorite musical. We also talk for a long time about Social Studies Fairs.

Billie Jean King from 2023-06-19T11:58:04

Our Pride 2023 episodes continue, as we learn all about the absolute icon that is Billie Jean King. She paved the way for women and LGBTQIA+ folks in sports, and also destroyed a misogynist in o...

Lesbians and Gays Support the Miners from 2023-06-05T11:16:03

Happy Pride Month 2023! This week, we're diving into the group Lesbians and Gays Support the Miners, and learning all about how marginalized communities can and should work together to make chan...

Jim Jones&Jonestown from 2023-05-22T11:09:22

CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes discussions of abuse, SA, death, suicide, & cult tactics. Feel free to skip if those topics are not for you.

This week, we are once again discussing...

The Cecil Hotel and Elisa Lam from 2023-05-08T11:04:50

CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes discussions about death, murder, suicide, and mental health. If those topics are not for you, please skip this one!

This week, we're joined by Amand...

Queen Elizabeth II Part 2 from 2023-04-24T09:30:39

It's part 2 of our deep dive into the life of Queen Elizabeth II. This week: the drama of the 90's, many royal firsts, and scandal after scandal.

Queen Elizabeth II Part 1 from 2023-04-10T10:13:36

The time has finally arrived to tackle the subject of the longest-reigning British monarch, Queen Elizabeth II. Her life was long and fascinating, so it's a 2-parter, and here's part 1! Today, w...

Dr. James Barry from 2023-03-13T09:55:39

This week, we're learning all about Dr. James Barry who kind of stole his uncle's identity to get into medical school and then changed the sanitation systems for most of the British Empire. Join...

Granville T. Woods from 2023-02-28T09:21:32

Our Black History Month episodes continue, as we learn all about inventor Granville T. Woods, an electrical engineer who had over 50 patents in his lifetime!

Leah Chase from 2023-02-14T09:14:21

Happy Black History Month! This week, we're learning all about the real-life inspiration for Princess Tiana, Leah Chase. She pioneered a brand new food scene in Louisiana and hosted some of this...

Empress Elisabeth of Austria from 2023-01-31T11:10:51

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussions of body image, weight, disordered eating, and suicide.

This week, we're learning all about an absolutely fascinating royal: Empress Elis...

The Patterson-Gimlin Film from 2023-01-16T13:06:21

In our first episode of 2023, we're learning all about... Bigfoot. Or at least, a film of Bigfoot. Possibly. Maybe. The Patterson-Gimlin Film is largely considered to be one of the best pieces o...

Rankin/Bass from 2022-12-19T12:17:57

Did you want to learn even more about Rudolph this holiday season? Great! This week, we learn all about everyone's favorite holiday television specials by Rankin/Bass Productions.

Robert L. May from 2022-12-05T09:23:07

It's the 2022 holiday season! This year, we're learning about some classic holiday topics - starting with everyone's favorite red-nosed reindeer and the man who brought him to life! 

Remember That 100th Episode? from 2022-11-21T13:29:56

100 Episodes! We celebrate by talking about 2 major events from 100 years ago: the start of the Irish Civil War, and the discovery of King Tut's tomb. We hope you enjoy this 100th episode specia...

George VI from 2022-11-07T11:18:17

This week, we learn about the reluctant King George VI, the man who was never supposed to be King of England. Without him, WWII would've been VERY different, and we never would've seen Elizabeth...

Mary Shelley from 2022-10-26T09:55:49

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussions of subjects that may be difficult for some listeners, including death & suicide.  It's our last spooky episode of the season, and this week, w...

Bram Stoker from 2022-10-11T08:40:29

It's Spooky Season! And this year, there's a theme on a theme: Spooky Authors! We start off this week by learning all about the man who created Dracula - Bram Stoker.

C.S. Lewis from 2022-09-26T21:14:26

This week, we learn all about life-long scholar and author, C.S. Lewis. We get a little mean about his absent father, and Anna gets unexpectedly emotional every time something a little sad happe...

Judy Garland from 2022-09-12T11:34:40

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains content that may be upsetting for some listeners, including mentions of drug addiction, suicide, and abuse. 

We're back! And this week, we're learni...

William Shakespeare from 2022-08-01T17:50:38

He's a man of mystery, as there's not much out there about The Bard. But we're speculating with the rest of history as we learn all about Shakespeare in this week's episode!

Charles I of England from 2022-07-18T11:05:57

This week, we return to royalty, as a slightly fevered Anna tells us all about the chaotic reign of Charles I of England. 

Craig Rodwell from 2022-07-04T11:05:56

It's Extended Pride Month! And this week, we're learning all about activist Craig Rodwell, and the first gay bookstore in the world!

Barbara Gittings from 2022-06-20T16:17:04

It's our first episode of Pride Month 2022! This week, we're learning all about activist and book-lover, Barbara Gittings. Thanks everyone, for your patience after our short time off!

Eleanor Roosevelt from 2022-05-24T20:31:19

It's our 90th (?!?!) episode! And this week, we're learning all about the woman who re-defined the office of First Lady of the United States: Eleanor Roosevelt. 

Zelda Fitzgerald from 2022-05-09T11:18:51

It's another week of Anna's hosting, as Amanda recovers from The Sickness. We're learning all about Zelda Fitzgerald, who may actually have been the real Great American Novelist, seeing as her h...

Fulvia from 2022-04-25T14:19:03

This week, we're going waaaaaay back to Ancient Rome, as we learn all about the real political powerhouse, Fulvia. Seeing as she made all the moves, we will henceforth refer to Mark Antony as "F...

The Gentleman Pirate from 2022-04-11T22:41:24

Who wants to guess what Amanda's newest obsession is?! This week, we learn that pirates are complicated.

Princess Alice of Battenberg from 2022-03-28T12:22:50

It's another Royal! A descendant of Victoria, a Princess of Greece, a nurse and a nun, mother-in-law to Queen Elizabeth II, and a hero of WWII. This week, Anna tells us all about Princess Alice ...

Mr. Rogers from 2022-03-14T12:21:50

This week, we learn all about our favorite neighbor, Mr. Rogers. We get very emotional in this one, friends. Buckle up.

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Langston Hughes from 2022-02-28T11:41:54

It's our last episode of Black History Month 2022. This week, Anna tells us all about one of her all-time favorite poets, Langston Hughes!

Jesse Owens from 2022-02-15T08:21:29

It's Black History Month! And this week, we're learning all about one of the greatest athletes of all time, Olympian Jesse Owens.

Mary, Queen of Scots from 2022-02-01T20:50:12

Just when you thought you'd never hear us talk about Henry VIII again, he rears his ugly head as we learn all about his great-niece, Mary, Queen of Scots. A Queen at just 6 days old, Mary's life...

Jonathan Larson from 2022-01-17T11:10:15

This week, we learn about one of our favorite writers, Jonathan Larson. And we talk about RENT.... so much.

Remember That New Year’s Special from 2022-01-04T21:31:39

Happy 2022! Our first episode of the year is not only our 80th (!!) episode, but also a New Year's Special! We're learning all about a couple of our New Year's Eve traditions and wishing everyon...

Jimmy Stewart from 2021-12-20T18:34:55

A Hollywood legend and the star of one of the best holiday films of all time? Yep, we're talking all about Jimmy Stewart this week!

Bing Crosby from 2021-12-06T17:07:26

We're back from our short hiatus! And we're getting into the holiday spirit... kinda. This week, Amanda tells us all about the Christmas Crooner, Bing Crosby!

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow from 2021-10-25T12:27:38

This week, we learn all about the truth behind America's first ghost story: The Legend of Sleep Hollow. Who was the real Ichabod Crane? Was there really a headless horseman in the little village...

The Queen Mary from 2021-10-11T11:20:35

It's spooky season! And our first spooky episode this year is all about The Queen Mary (the boat, of course), and its many hauntings. 

Shirley Temple from 2021-09-27T09:58:38

Hop aboard the Good Ship Lollipop, as we learn all about child star turned diplomat, Shirley Temple! We also talk a lot about how cute Amanda's hair used to be. 

John Brown from 2021-09-13T11:07:34

This week, we're back to some West Virginia history, as we learn all about John Brown. He was a life-long abolitionist who made himself a martyr by rushing in to a raid on a federal armory. Yeah...

Nellie Bly from 2021-08-25T19:23:27

She was a journalist who changed the game for women writers. And women in general. This week, we learn all about the brilliant writer, Nellie Bly!

The Sodder Children Disappearance from 2021-08-11T10:45:12

This week, it's another unsolved mystery! Amanda takes us to our home state to tell us about a mysterious house fire, and possible kidnapping? Will we ever know what happened to the Sodder child...

Archduke Franz Ferdinand from 2021-07-26T11:44:07

This week, we're back to learning about another member of European nobility, as we discuss Archduke Franz Ferdinand. He was... an odd one, whose assassination lead to a World War.

Bonnie&Clyde from 2021-07-12T10:04:38

This week, we learn all about the criminal couple, Bonnie & Clyde. Be warned: this episode contains many, many tangents. We also introduce a new segment, with which we'll need your help!

Alan L. Hart from 2021-06-28T10:45:37

He was a novelist, a doctor who revolutionized detecting and treating TB, and one of the first trans men in the U.S. to undergo FTM reassignment surgery. For our last Pride episode of 2021, we'r...

Harvey Milk from 2021-06-15T10:07:48

Happy Pride! This month, we're learning all about LGBTQIA+ history, and we start it off with Amanda telling us all about one of the most important activists of our time, Harvey Milk. He was a po...

Marilyn Monroe from 2021-05-31T19:47:56

Hello, Norma Jeane. This week, we talk about Hollywood icon, Marilyn Monroe.

Stonewall Jackson from 2021-05-17T11:38:30

This week, our friend Caitlin drops by as a guest host, to teach us all about The Man, The Myth, The Lemon: Stonewall Jackson. He was a bad person, with a lot of... interesting habits. This one ...

D. B. Cooper from 2021-05-03T14:52:33

This week, Amanda tells us all about another unsolved mystery of history (we love a rhyme)! Who was the infamous high-jacker, D.B. Cooper? Why was he Like This? We want to hear your theories!

Princess Grace of Monaco from 2021-04-19T10:01:39

This week, we learn all about star of stage and screen who became a real-life princess, Grace Kelly. Thank you to Cassie for suggesting this topic!

Captain America Comics from 2021-04-05T20:11:31

This week, we learn about the history behind the ever-evolving Captain America Comics! Amanda tells us all about how these stories and the character changed with the times to reflect the values ...

W. B. Yeats from 2021-03-22T11:03:52

Our month of Irish history continues! This week, we're learning all about incredible poet, and noted occultist, W. B. Yeats.

Grace O'Malley from 2021-03-08T11:22:36

It's March, so naturally, we're ready to talk all things Irish! This week, we learn about the seafaring, swashbuckling Pirate Queen of Ireland, Grace O'Malley.

Nina Simone from 2021-02-15T12:34:40

We continue our Black History Month episodes this week, as we learn all about one of the greatest musicians of all time, Nina Simone. An artist, an activist, and frankly, a bit of a genius.

Madam C. J. Walker from 2021-02-01T10:35:10

We begin Black History Month by learning all about self-made millionaire, absolute boss Madam C. J. Walker. A brilliant business woman and self-care queen, Madam C. J. Walker opened the door for...

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec from 2021-01-18T16:44:44

This week, we learn about the Post-Impressionist artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. Apologies for the audio issues at the beginning of the episode, we promise they don't last long!

Emily Dickinson from 2021-01-05T10:04:05

It's the first episode of 2021! Get ready to get extra credit in your lit classes, cause we're learning all about Emily Dickinson and how she was definitely a lesbian. 

Remember That Holiday Special? #2 from 2020-12-21T10:05:55

It's another RTT Holiday Special! This year, we're learning about Christmas Day events. Amanda teaches us about The Christmas Truce of 1914, and the first performance of Silent Night. Anna teach...

Diana, Princess of Wales from 2020-12-08T10:12:13

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussions of eating disorders. If you are struggling with an eating disorder or body image issues, call or text the National Eating Disorders Association...

Mothman from 2020-11-23T13:07:46

This week, we learn all about Amanda's favorite cryptid, and the history behind it: Mothman. We also do a lot of rambling about West Virginia. You know us.

Dr. Seuss from 2020-11-11T22:45:45

He was a cartoonist, a writer and producer of military films during WWII, and he basically taught us all how to read. Let's learn about Dr. Seuss!

Bedlam from 2020-10-26T10:04:06

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussions of mental illness, as well as descriptions of abuse that may be upsetting for some listeners. This week, Amanda tells us all about the history ...

Salem Witch Trials from 2020-10-12T10:09:12

It's spooky season! So we're once again doing some spoOoOoky topics for the month of October! What caused the mass hysteria that lead to the Salem Witch Trials in 1692? Was it normal teenage ang...

The Easter Rising from 2020-09-28T10:38:03

It's our 50th episode! This week, we learn all about one of Ireland's most successful rebellions, The Easter Rising!

George Eliot from 2020-09-07T09:27:18

She was an author with strong opinions, who didn't fool anyone for long with her pen name. This week, we learn about George Eliot!

The Lost Colony of Roanoke from 2020-08-26T09:06:42

How do you lose an entire colony twice? Did the people of Roanoke vanish, or simply move on? This week, Amanda teaches us all about The Lost Colony of Roanoke.

Sofka Skipwith from 2020-08-10T11:23:59

A Russian Princess, a secretary, and the saver of many lives. This week, we learn about Sofka Skipwith! Thank you to our listener, Pendragoner, for the suggestion!

Amelia Earhart from 2020-07-29T09:01:53

She wanted to be a successful woman in any male-dominated field, and she sure did accomplish that. Her life was fascinating, but far too short. This week, we learn about Amelia Earhart.

Marie Antoinette from 2020-07-13T13:11:18

Was she entirely responsible for the French Revolution, or was she the victim of poor historical timing? This week, we learn all about Marie Antoinette!

No Homosapiens from 2020-06-22T10:13:16

This week, we are joined by friend of the podcast, AJ Ganaros! We continue our Pride Month episodes, as AJ and Amanda teach us all about some people from history that were stealth (or not-so-ste...

Stonewall Riots from 2020-06-08T08:42:52

Protests and riots spark revolution. As we celebrate Pride Month here on RTT, we remember that we wouldn't have Pride without protest, and without the hard work and sacrifice of black trans wome...

King Edward VIII from 2020-05-26T08:45:24

A once popular King turns into an enemy of the Royal Family when he marries a divorced woman and basically becomes a Nazi. It's complicated. This week, we learn all about Edward VIII.

Nintendo from 2020-05-11T09:29:55

It's a nostalgic week on the podcast, as Amanda tells us all about the history of Nintendo: Playing card company turned toy company turned video game legends.

Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire from 2020-04-27T09:32:31

This week, Anna tells us all about one of the first feminist style icons, Georgiana Cavendish. Thanks to Anaea for the topic suggestion!

Nikola Tesla and The Current Wars Part 2 from 2020-04-13T09:23:30

We're back for part 2 of Amanda's exploration of The Current Wars, and the fascinating man that was Nikola Tesla.

Nikola Tesla and The Current Wars Part 1 from 2020-04-06T09:30:44

It's our first ever 2-part episode, as Amanda tells us all about Nikola Tesla, then The Current Wars, and then Nikola Tesla again. CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussion of animal abu...

Cleopatra from 2020-03-23T10:38:23

CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes mentions of suicide. This week, we learn all about Cleopatra and her many love (?) stories.

Agatha Christie from 2020-03-03T15:04:45

The greatest mystery writer of all time, with a mystery in the middle of her own life. Let's learn about Agatha Christie!

Queen Victoria from 2020-02-20T08:43:20

The grandmother of Europe, the Widow of Windsor. Queen Victoria had a storied life - let's learn a bit about it!

Helen Keller from 2020-02-03T18:40:41

This week, learn all about Anna's first favorite historical figure: Helen Keller. An activist, socialist, and the definition of dichotomous beliefs.

King James VI and I from 2020-01-20T09:40:04

 This week, we learn about the Scottish, English, witch-hunting, God-fearing King James VI and I. Buckle up, it's a wild ride.

Catherine the Great from 2020-01-06T08:57:27

We start off the new year by learning all about the Non-Russian Queen of Mother Russia, Catherine the Great(who did not do anything weird with a horse).

Hanukkah from 2019-12-23T10:30:52

For the second of our holiday episodes, Amanda tells us all about Hanukkah! Special thanks to Kayla James for coming to teach us about her own family Hanukkah traditions! 

Kwanzaa from 2019-12-09T08:51:37

It's the first of our 2019 holiday episodes! Anna tells us all about the history of Kwanzaa!

The "Founding" of America from 2019-11-25T19:09:56

Who found America? Who founded America? Why do Americans not even know? Amanda breaks down the early days of our country and gives us the TRUTH.

Edgar Allan Poe from 2019-11-11T08:52:47

This week, Anna tells us all about one of her favorite authors, noted weirdo Edgar Allan Poe. He married his cousin. His first cousin.

Lizzie Borden from 2019-10-28T11:07:18

We wrap up our month of spooky episodes with alleged axe murderess, Lizzie Borden, who did not give her mother forty whacks, nor her father forty-one. But what really happened? Listen to learn a...

Sarah Winchester from 2019-10-14T18:55:11

Ever wondered how to confuse ghosts? Let Sarah Winchester, by way of Amanda, explain.

Vlad the Impaler from 2019-09-30T18:35:48

This week, we get spooky, as Anna tells us all about Vlad the Impaler. Was he the real-life Dracula? Or just a super-scary dude?

Corporal Wojtek from 2019-09-16T08:55:06

In which Amanda tells us about possibly the most interesting Polish soldier of all time. Bonus points if you count up how many times we say "it's a bear".

Rasputin from 2019-09-02T11:20:26

This week, Anna tells us all about Rasputin: The Man, The Myth, The Most Terrifying Eyes You've Ever Seen.

Oskar Schindler from 2019-08-19T09:06:31

This week, Amanda tells us all about Oskar Schindler: Entrepreneur, both villainous and heroic. 

Elizabeth I of England from 2019-08-05T12:24:53

Anna finally reaches the end of the Tudor line, to tell us all about Elizabeth I of England. Learn all about The Virgin Queen- was she really the hero we all remember her to be?

Samuel Adams from 2019-07-23T09:02:36

Amanda teaches us all about the true Founding Father of America, Samuel Adams. Not the beer. He's bad with money, but good with words, and he starts the propaganda machine that becomes the Ameri...

Mary I of England from 2019-07-08T07:53:22

Anna continues the tale of the Tudors, as we learn about Mary I, her terribly frustrating childhood, and her religious fervor. Don't say her nickname 3 times into a mirror.

Dyatlov Pass Incident from 2019-06-24T10:18:08

Today on the podcast is a mystery, as Amanda tells us all about the Dyatlov Pass Incident, and Anna gets very confused and upset with the details.

Edward VI from 2019-06-10T07:45:43

Who's ready to learn more about the Tudors? Let's talk about the kids, starting with the youngest, whose biography would be titled, "Edward VI: My Four Moms, A Traveling Circus, and Kid Court".

Vincent van Gogh from 2019-05-27T15:17:02

This week, Amanda tells us about her all-time favorite artist, Vincent van Gogh. Every name is pronounced wrong. Live with it.

Catherine Howard&Catherine Parr from 2019-05-13T07:59:17

This week, we learn about the last of Henry VIII's wives, Catherine Howard and Catherine Parr. We feel sorry for them, but great for ourselves, as this saga finally comes to an end.

Jack the Ripper from 2019-04-29T11:26:31

CONTENT WARNING: This episode may contain some gory details, as Amanda tells us all about Jack the Ripper, the most infamous killer in history. We dive into the many mysteries surrounding this b...

John Wesley from 2019-04-15T20:49:57

This week, we are joined by our very first special guest... our dad, Joe Webb! Our dad tells us all about our favorite resident recurring character on the podcast, the founder of the Methodist C...

Jane Seymour&Anne of Cleves from 2019-04-01T11:56:52

We're back to the Tudors this week, as Anna tells us all about two of Henry VIII's shorter-lived marriages. Tragedy and absurdity ensue!

Mother Jones from 2019-03-18T10:48:04

We wrap up our Women's History Month episodes with a taste of Ireland! Amanda tells us all about the Mother of all labor protests, Mother Jones.

Ruth Bader Ginsburg from 2019-03-04T08:01:52

It's Women's History Month! And we're kicking things off with an episode about everyone's favorite Supreme Court Justice, the Notorious RBG. And we only mention Even Stevens twice.

Katherine Johnson from 2019-02-18T09:02:47

Our last episode of Black History Month has Amanda telling us all about Katherine Johnson... or at least, trying to. Apologies for the short one this week, technology was not our friend.

Marcus Garvey from 2019-02-04T08:06:39

It's Black History Month! And we're celebrating our first episode of February by talking about Marcus Garvey and the UNIA.

Prohibition from 2019-01-21T07:50:10

This week, Amanda gives Anna plenty of stories from America's weirdest time... Prohibition! Learn how the Methodists made grape juice, and how the drunkard progresses.

The Last of the Romanovs from 2019-01-07T10:54:27

Happy New Year! Let's start off with a cheery subject, shall we? Anna tells us all about the last members of the Romanov dynasty, and how they met their end.

Remember That Holiday Special? from 2018-12-23T21:25:50

This week, Anna and Amanda bring you their first ever Holiday Special! We talk Christmas Carols, decorations, holiday foods, and of course, the big man himself: Santa! Grab a mug of your favorit...

Queen from 2018-12-09T23:08:21

Amanda's new favorite band is the one and only Queen. This week, she gives Anna the full run-down of the band's history (and gives her review of the new film, Bohemian Rhapsody).

Anne Boleyn from 2018-11-26T22:22:14

Is Anne Boleyn a witch, a genius, or both? This week, Anna tells Amanda about the English Queen behind an ill-planned church, and the woman who gave us the new official founder of America: Eliza...

Constance Markievicz and Eva Gore-Booth from 2018-11-12T08:58:20

This week, Amanda tells Anna all about Constance Markievicz and Eva Gore-Booth, Irish revolutionaries. An uprising, a confusing marriage, and a poet in love with no chance.

Catherine of Aragon from 2018-10-26T22:01:30

In our inaugural podcast, Anna tells Amanda all about Catherine of Aragon, the first wife of Henry VIII. We learn that Catherine is one bad mother, and Henry is one terrible father.