Navigating History

Gone Fishin'

In this episode, Mimi and Andrea go fishing - and microfiching - to reel in some stories about hurricanes and beauty queens. 

They Call it Booze

On this episode, Mimi and Andrea's exploration of historic stories about alcohol lead to a whiskey barrel, some dead fish, and a very unique house. 

Ghost Stories

On this episode, Mimi and Andrea share some of their favorite local ghost stories - from a historical point of view, of course! 

Medicine and Quirky Cures

In this episode, Mimi and Andrea search - as many humans have before them - for a magical cure-all for everything that ails you!

Radio Stations

While exploring their local radio station history, Mimi and Andrea uncover someone who helped make all of their research possible. 

Agriculture

From a young farmer from Illinois to a famous Chicago socialite, Mimi and Andrea share stories about local agricultural history. 

Weird Publicity

Mimi and Andrea share stories of an automobile race, a great big baked potato, and the human fly in this episode about weird publicity. 

Nature

This episode is inspired by nature as Mimi and Andrea share the stories of Marie Selby and May Mann Jennings. 

Water Transportation

On this episode, Mimi and Andrea take a historic journey with water transportation from Cypress Gardens to the Titanic. 

Magical Tourism

Join Mimi and Andrea as they share the history of their favorite magical tourism spots from Spook Hill to Cassadaga. 

American Lore: Hard History

In this episode, Mimi and Andrea look at common American lore that reveals some of our hard history. Andrea discusses Espera Oscar de Corti (who presented himself as Iron Eyes Cody) and Mimi shares the legend of John Henry. https://virginiahistory.org/learn/historical-media/steel-drivin-man-john-henry-untold-story-american-legend      

Fuzzy Wuzzy Propaganda: Smokey and McGruff

From advertisments to legends to cartoons, Mimi and Andrea are exploring all kinds of fictitious characters in American history. In this episode, they chat about the histories of Smokey Bear and McGruff the Crime Dog. 

American Mythology: Paul, Pecos, and Davy

As Mimi and Andrea continue exploring characters in American history, Mimi shares the myths of Paul Bunyon and Pecos Bill and Andrea talks about the man who became a myth, Davy Crockett. 

Advertising America: Sam and Rosie

Mimi and Andrea fall into a new history rabbit hole and begin exploring fictitious characters in history! In this episode, Andrea shares what she has discovered about Uncle Sam and Mimi talks about her findings on Rosie the Riveter. 

A Dedicated Seamstress

A Dedicated Seamstress OR A Badass Entrepreneur  Andrea shares some awesome facts about Betsy Ross that are not taught in history class. 

The Skies Have No Ceiling

Mimi shares her incredible research on Bessie Coleman, the first Black woman aviatrix. 

Golden Coffee

Golden Coffee Or A Cup of Joe In this episode, Andrea introduces Mimi to Madame Joe and her coffee that received a gold coin from President Hayes. 

Sarasota's Leslie Knope

Sarasota's Leslie Knope OR A Postcard for Carrie  Mimi shares her love for Sarasota's first postmistress Carrie Abbe.  Vigilance: A Story of Sheriff Watson, By Andrea Knies

The Mysterious Millie

The Mysterious Mille  OR Dumbing Down Drew  Andrea shares with Mimi an intersting discovery from a used book store. 

A First for Florida

A First for Florida  OR The Tireless Teacher  Mimi and Andrea explore the impressive life of Blanche Armwood the first Black woman from Florida to graduate from an accrediated law school. 

Women's Stories on Navigating History

Mimi and Andrea share what to expect on the next episodes of Navigating History. 

Civic Art

Civic Art or I Stop for Kress Buildings Andrea and Mimi discuss both the beautiful and the ugly histories of Kress Store Buildings.  Kress Sarasota courtesy of Florida Memory Hollywood Kress

The Carnegie Library Legacy

The Carnegie Library Legacy or Give Me All of the Books! Mimi and Andrea unravel why a steel tycoon built libraries.  The Bradenton Carengie Library courtesy of Florida Memory

The Kenilworth Lodge Adventure

The Kenilworth Lodge Adventure or Sugar + Caffeine + Panic Andrea shares with Mimi her discovery of the Kenilworth Lodge in Sebring, FL.  Link to Tampa Tribune Article  Kenilworth Lodge Postcard courtesy of Florida Memory

An Astounding Proposition

An Astounding Proposition or The Truth is Better Than Fiction Mimi rounds out this three part history mystery by discovering an incredible first hand account from Katherine McClellen. 

The Raid on Harpers Ferry

The Raid on Harpers Ferry or She was Born the Same Year!  Mimi continues to share information about the Raid on Harper's Ferry and how that is connected to Katherine McClellen.  Saranac Lake Adirondack Daily Enterprise, March 5, 1955

She Built a Neighborhood

She Built a Neighborhood or Dead Bodies at Her Doorstep Mimi shares how she discovered that Katherine McClellen, a woman that developed a Sarasota neighborhood, also had a truck of bodies delivered to her doorstep!  Sarasota Times, Jan 6, 1916 Part 1 Sarasota Times, Jan 6, 1916 Part 2 McClellen Park Tuberculosis Patients at Saranac Lake   

This Old House

This Old House or Because Bob Vila is Expensive In this episode Andrea and Mimi chat with Jonathan Torkos, Historical Resources Librarian, about how to research your historic home.  Manatee County Historical Resources Florida Memory  US Department of Land Management  FL State Land Grants 

The Girl from Sunday School

The Girl from Sunday School or A Rebel Without a Cause Mimi and Andrea trace Clifford Watson and Mae Prior to New Jersey as the mysery of the Sheriff's son thickens.  Trenton Evening Times  Clifford Watson Mug Shot from Eastern State Penitntiary Archives 

The Mystery of the Sheriff's Son

The Mystery of the Sheriff's Son or He's Somewhere in the North Mimi and Andrea unravel what hapened to Sheriff Watson's son Clifford. Image of young Cliff (courtesy of Manatee Libraries Digital Archives)  Sheriff Watson's Obituary  Bristol Bucks County Gazette  

The Beauty of Historic Furniture

The Beauty of Historic Furniture Or Dirty Old Stuff Mimi and Andrea talk to Jesse White, founder of Sarasota Architectural Salvage, about embodied energy and the urban forrest.  Sarasota Architectural Salvage

The King of the Swamp

Mimi and Andrea have the honor of talking to Gordon O. Wareham, Director of the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum and James Holt, co-founder of Freestyle Alligator Wrestling Competition. Both are members of the Seminole Tribe of Florida. https://www.ahtahthiki.com/ https://www.facebook.com/FAWCNOW/

Alligators in Virginia

Alligators in Virginia, or “I’m a Yankee Doodle Swamp Thing” Mimi and Andrea investigate how alligators found their way to a hotel in Richmond, Virginia.   

Hard History

Motor City Brothers

Motor City Brothers or Round and Round and Roundabout  Mimi and Andrea discover an interesting connection between the hipster 1890s teacher and a famous automobile. 

The Successful Cattle Rancher

The Successful Cattle Rancher or A Knight to Remember  Mimi and Andrea continue exploring the Knight family and how they settled in Florida. 

Historical Investigation of a Photo

Historical Investigation of a Photo or The Mysterious '90s Hipster Teacher (1890s, of course) Mimi and Andrea discover some photos in the archives that lead them into an 1890s scandal.  Images of Mr. Brush and students from the Manatee County Libraries. Mr. Brush and Students Image 1 Mr. Brush and Students Image 2 

The Great de Soto Expedition

The Great de Soto Expedition or  What Have You Done for Me Lately, Hernando?  Mimi and Andrea explore how a man who died on the Mississippi River in 1542 has so many things named after him. 

The Sara de Soto Pageant

The Sara de Soto Pageant or  I Crown Thee Historical Inaccuracy  Mimi and Andrea explore the Sara de Desoto Pageant and its legendary foundation. 

The Legend of Sara de Soto

The Legend of Sara de Soto Or  You Give Love a Bad Name Sit right back and you'll hear a tale, a tale of the lovely Sara de Soto. Mimi and Andrea explore the origins of this local legend. 

Introducing Navigating History

The Lovably Local Podcast is now Navigating History! Join Mimi Cirbusova and Andrea Knies on adventures through the archives. 

Season 2 Bonus Episode Amos Stickney

Lovably Local Podcast Season 2 Episode 5. In this bonus episode, we introduce Uncle Ben's brother Amos.   The Lovably Local Podcast is produced by Compass Rose History Experiences. Hosts Mimi Cirbusova and Andrea Knies dive into local history mysteries.  Music: Oh! By Jingo! by All -Star Trio Amos's Letter, Courtesy of Manatee County Historical Records 

Season 2, Episode 4, Uncle Ben and Capt. Leach

Lovably Local Podcast Season 2 Episode 4. In the final part to this history mystery, we attempt to figure out how these two met.  The Lovably Local Podcast is produced by Compass Rose History Experiences. Hosts Mimi Cirbusova and Andrea Knies dive into local history mysteries.  Music: Oh! By Jingo! by All -Star Trio Enrollment Record/Ben's Substitute 

Season 2, Episode 3, Uncle Ben and Capt. Leach

Lovably Local Podcast Season 2 Episode 3. Join us as we attempt to unravel the mystery of Capt. Leach.  The Lovably Local Podcast is produced by Compass Rose History Experiences. Hosts Mimi Cirbusova and Andrea Knies dive into local history mysteries.  Music: Oh! By Jingo! by All -Star Trio  

Season 2, Episode 2, Uncle Ben and Capt. Leach

Lovably Local Podcast Season 2 Episode 2. Learn about the adventurous life of Benjamin Stickney, Jr.   The Lovably Local Podcast is produced by Compass Rose History Experiences. Hosts Mimi Cirbusova and Andrea Knies dive into local history mysteries.  Music: Oh! By Jingo! by All -Star Trio Image of Uncle Ben's Home on Sarasota (nka Siesta) Key Courtesy of Manatee Historical Resources  Image of Party at Uncle Ben's Image of Planter's House Hotel Image of Planter's House Hotel...

Season 2, Episode 1, Uncle Ben and Capt. Leach

Lovably Local Podcast Season 2 Episode 1. The beginning of our first history mystery, Uncle Ben and Capt. Leach.  The Lovably Local Podcast is produced by Compass Rose History Experiences. Hosts Mimi Cirbusova and Andrea Knies dive into local history mysteries.  Music: Oh! By Jingo! by All -Star Trio Picture of Leach and Stickney Monument, CRHE Collection Death of Leach, Bradentown Manatee River Journal, Bradentown, Florida, US October 26, 1906, Page 5 "Death of Mr. Stickney",Sa...

Lovably Local Podcast: Save History, Make History

Lovably Local Podcast Episode 10 Save History, Make History: Why Old Buildings Matter with historic preservationist Lorrie Muldowney The Lovably Local Podcast is produced by Compass Rose History Experiences. Hosts Mimi Cirbusova and Andrea Knies have conversations about the importance of local history in a way that is relevant to the listener -  wherever they may be. BOTA Center  Music: Oh! By Jingo! by All -Star Trio

Lovably Local Podcast: Bonus Episode

Lovably Local Podcast Episode 11 Bonus Episode: Mimi and Andrea Interview Each Other The Lovably Local Podcast is produced by Compass Rose History Experiences. Hosts Mimi Cirbusova and Andrea Knies have conversations about the importance of local history in a way that is relevant to the listener -  wherever they may be. Music: Oh! By Jingo! by All -Star Trio

Lovably Local Podcast: Scary History

Lovably Local Podcast Episode 9  Scary History: The Value of Ghost Stories and Legends with Liz Reed  The Lovably Local Podcast is produced by Compass Rose History Experiences. Hosts Mimi Cirbusova and Andrea Knies have conversations about the importance of local history in a way that is relevant to the listener -  wherever they may be. Paranormal Society of Bradenton, Florida Haunted Manatee County Music: Oh! By Jingo! by All -Star Trio

Lovably Local Podcast: The Sands of Time

Lovably Local Podcast Episode 8 The Sands of Time: How the Environment Shapes History with Professor Uzi Baram  The Lovably Local Podcast is produced by Compass Rose History Experiences. Hosts Mimi Cirbusova and Andrea Knies have conversations about the importance of local history in a way that is relevant to the listener -  wherever they may be. Music: Oh! By Jingo! by All -Star Trio