The Half-Pint Historian Podcast: Recent Episodes
Marie Williams
American history from the bottom-up! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehalfpinthistorian/support
In this season finale I dive into why I decided to step away from teaching and what the future might hold for me.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfpinthistorian/support
In this episode, I examine the tenets of the Lost Cause Myth, finishing up the Civil War era. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfpinthistorian/support
President Lincoln is assassinated and the Civil War comes to an end--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfpinthistorian/support
I summarize the major battles and events from the Civil War. If you want to know more about the Civil War, head over to the Untold Civil War podcast and The History Things Podcast for more in depth information!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfpinthistorian/support
Preparing for war--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfpinthistorian/support
The United States is split over the issue of slavery, leading up to the Civil War. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfpinthistorian/support
A special Halloween episode about alleged witches in New York's colonial past.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfpinthistorian/support
A dramatic reading of Edgar Allan Poe's famous poem "The Raven" for spooky season.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfpinthistorian/support
A dramatic reading of an Edgar Allan Poe classic for spooky season.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfpinthistorian/support
In this episode, we take a look at how the US expanded its territory between 1820-1860.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfpinthistorian/support
In this episode, I cover various reform movements of the 1800s, including abolition and women's suffrage. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfpinthistorian/support
In this episode, the country is expanding westward and with that comes challenges. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfpinthistorian/support
In this episode, the growth of Northern industrialization and Southern slavery are discussed. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfpinthistorian/support
In this episode, the time period from 1815-1840ish will be examined. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfpinthistorian/support
This episode provides a brief overview of the War of 1812, between the US and Britain. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfpinthistorian/support
In this episode, the presidencies of Washington, Adams, and Jefferson are covered.
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Why is voting important? Find out here!
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In this episode, the mettle of the Constitution is tested with the Whiskey Rebellion, the passing of the Alien and Sedition Acts, and the Marbury v. Madison court case.
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When it comes to the Constitution, there are a lot of important definitions you need to know. Let's go over them here!
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I this episode, we take a look at the Bill of Rights--what are the origins of these first ten amendments to the Constitution? Are these rights still relevant to us today?
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In this episode, we'll learn about the three branches of the United States government and how they work together and separately.
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In this episode, we'll learn about the Articles of Confederation, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights.
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In this episode, the American Revolution comes to an end. Learn about the international interests at stake, how the war widened, and its legacy.
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In this brief episode, I explore Florida's Revolutionary past while visiting my grandparents. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfpinthistorian/support
In this episode, I'm interviewing Daniel Lessin, an alternative history author, about his books "Defending the Colonies" and "The Southern Campaign". Consider purchasing Daniel's books at the following links, and following Black Labrador Creations LLC on social media.
"Defending the Colonies": https://www.amazon.com/Defending-Colonies-Alternate-American-History/dp/1734797622/ref=sr_1_1?crid=16F2KSITP2C22&keywords=defending%20the%20colonies&qid=1683145835&sprefix=defending%20the%20colonies%2Caps%2C179&sr=8-1&fbclid=IwAR1pkfJ9_OJgvF7BhCwDaGJWbRbTqRk5JlOi_dvM5uqFCvpXc5R0X6_EhwU
"The Southern Campaign": https://www.amazon.com/Southern-Campaign-Alternate-American-History/dp/1734797649/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the%20southern%20campaign%20finch&qid=1683145856&sprefix=the%20southern%20campaign%2Caps%2C154&sr=8-1&fbclid=IwAR1kl3ACqrC1SHq2RmwTbZwSc_laufImeP0WS5cXQoHgFhIjF4F5rr-W22U
Black Labrador Creations LLC website: https://www.blacklabradorcreations.com/?fbclid=IwAR26sT9SCJCKjaTsCgLMefodpflFylE1T6imXk6FEUqDB8Me4FHaqczQ--U
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In April, I went on a road trip with my dad to Crown Point, Mount Independence, and Hubbardton. This episode will cover the Revolutionary War history of those locations.
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In this episode, we'll examine key battles in the American Revolution, up to and including the Saratoga Campaign as it happened in New York.
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In this episode, we take a look at the text of the Declaration of Independence and its importance as a founding document.
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In this episode, we'll examine the events that led to the American Revolution as well as some early events in the war.
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This episode will examine the causes and battles of the French and Indian War. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfpinthistorian/support
This episode will take a deeper look at what life was like in England's North American colonies.. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfpinthistorian/support
This episode will delve into the English colonization of North America and examine what life was like for those early colonists. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfpinthistorian/support
In this episode, we'll take a look at early European competition for land in North America. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfpinthistorian/support
In this episode, we'll take a look at how the Spanish conquered the Americas and their treatment of the indigenous peoples.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehalfpinthistorian/support
In this episode, we'll talk about the Vikings and the reasons for other Europeans exploring the world around them.
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In this episode, we'll examine the flourishing trade networks in Asia and Africa...this will be important to know for the next several episodes about European exploration and colonization.
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In this episode, we'll examine the different theories as to how people came to the Americas, as well as learn a bit about some of the different indigenous peoples in the Americas.
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What does a historian do? Let's find out! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehalfpinthistorian/support
A very dramatic reading of Washington Irving's famous story, with some historical facts!--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thehalfpinthistorian/support
A brief episode to wrap up the first season of The Half-Pint Historian Podcast
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In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Jackie Kyger and we discuss his book "The Coast Guard on the Texas Border" (The History Press, 2021) and his experiences as an author.
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Is history biased? Is historical revisionism problematic? Find out in this episode!
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In this episode, I examine some notorious government conspiracy theories and cover-ups that turned out to be true.
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I describe the origins of the New Years Eve ball drop
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I describe two historical events that took place around the Christmas season
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I answer a question from my youngest fan
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In this episode, I talk about the real story of Thanksgiving.
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How did mac and cheese become an iconic meal? Let's find out!
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A brief history of why we commemorate Veterans Day
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Examining what makes a professional historian
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I examine a century old etiquette book and compare dating then to dating now, on my two year dating anniversary with my partner.
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I answer some questions I've received about my blog and podcast, reflect on the season so far, and see what the future holds for the podcast
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I answer a history question from a fan
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A brief look at the History of the IUD
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An examine is the British wilderness raids in Upstate and Western New York, from 1778-1782
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An examination of the lives of ten Wild West women
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Answering a question from a fan
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A description of the Schenectady Massacre of 1690
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A look at the turning point of the Civil War
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A look at the lives of female Patriots who helped establish our country.
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Answering a question from a fan
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A brief history of vaccine usage and push back in the US
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How do historians use social media? I ask my colleagues for their thoughts!
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How do historians use social media? I ask my colleagues to find out!
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Answering a question from a fan about historical places I've been
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Examining the lives of two female pirates--Anne Bonny and Mary Read
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A look at the lives of two famous pirates--Sir Francis Drake and Blackbeard
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The real facts behind why Cinco de Mayo is celebrated
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Exploring the history of May Day, or International Worker's Day
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I take the time to answer another question from a fan of the podcast
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The Cold War origins of the American shopping mall
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How historians and others are chronicling the current Covid-19 pandemic for posterity.
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An episode that may or may not answer the title question, but does dispel some "facts" within American history.
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In this episode, I answer a fan question about who my favorite female Revolutionary War hero is and why.
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An episode about red lipstick's changing iconic status in the US
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March is Women's History Month; this episode explains how the study and discipline of women's history came about.
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An interview I had with Jonathan Foster, the host of Arcadia Publishing's podcast "Author Conversations" back in August 2020. Check out the "Author Conversations" podcast at https://authorconversations.podbean.com/
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Podcast host Marie Frankson tells a little bit about herself, the type of history she studies, and why.
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