This Day in History Class
1,901 episodes - English - Latest episode: 17 days ago - ★★★★ - 883 ratingsFrom the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.
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Clint Eastwood is elected mayor of Carmel, California - April 8th, 1986
April 08, 2024 07:00 - 10 minutes - 9.27 MBOn this day in 1986, actor and director Clint Eastwood was elected mayor of Carmel, California. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sadao Munemori is killed in action in Italy - April 5th, 1945
April 05, 2024 14:05 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBOn this day in 1945, Private First Class Sadao Munemori was killed in action near Seravezza, Italy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sadao Munemori is killed in action in Italy - April 5th,1945
April 05, 2024 07:00 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBOn this day in 1945, Private First Class Sadao Munemori was killed in action near Seravezza, Italy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
American poet Maya Angelou is born - April 4th, 1928
April 04, 2024 07:00 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBOn this day in 1928, Maya Angelou was born Marguerite Johnson in St. Louis, Missouri. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Unabomber is captured - April 3rd, 1996
April 03, 2024 07:00 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBOn this day in 1996, FBI agents raided the remote Montana cabin of Theodore “Ted” Kaczynski. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tally’s Electric Theatre opens in Los Angeles - April 2nd, 1902
April 02, 2024 07:00 - 9 minutes - 8.62 MBOn this day in 1902, Thomas Lincoln Tally opened the first dedicated movie theater in Los Angeles. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
An Alaskan prankster fakes the eruption of Mount Edgecumbe - April 1st, 1974
April 01, 2024 07:00 - 8 minutes - 7.65 MBOn this day in 1974, the residents of Sitka, Alaska, were fooled into thinking that a nearby volcano was erupting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Niagara Falls stops flowing - March 29th, 1848
March 29, 2024 07:00 - 7 minutes - 6.77 MBOn this day in 1848, an ice jam in Lake Erie caused Niagara Falls to slow to a trickle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The first seaplane takes off from the waters of Martigues, France - March 28th, 1910
March 28, 2024 22:21 - 9 minutes - 8.37 MBOn this day in 1910, French amateur pilot Henri Fabre made the first successful seaplane flight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marlon Brando declines the Academy Award for Best Actor - March 27th, 1973
March 27, 2024 07:00 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MBOn this day in 1973, Native American activist Sacheen Littlefeather declined an Academy Award on behalf of Marlon Brando. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The first official cremation in England takes place - March 26th, 1885
March 26, 2024 07:00 - 9 minutes - 8.57 MBOn this day in 1885, Jeanette Pickersgill became the first person to be legally cremated in Britain. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Michael Jackson debuts the moonwalk - March 25th, 1983
March 25, 2024 21:28 - 7 minutes - 7.3 MBOn this day in 1983, Michael Jackson performed the moonwalk for the first time at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium in California. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The U.S. Senate approves the Equal Rights Amendment - March 22nd, 1972
March 22, 2024 07:00 - 8 minutes - 7.61 MBOn this day in 1972, the Equal Rights Amendment was passed by the U.S. Senate and sent to the states for ratification. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Flashback episode - March 21st
March 21, 2024 07:00 - 18 minutes - 17.4 MBPlease enjoy these March 21st flashbacks from the TDIHC vault, and we will see you soon for a brand new episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Libby Riddles wins the Iditarod - March 20th, 1985
March 20, 2024 07:00 - 10 minutes - 10.1 MBOn this day in 1985, Libby Riddles became the first woman to win the Iditarod Sled Dog Race. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Michael Jordan announces his return to the NBA with a two-word fax - March 19th, 1995
March 19, 2024 07:00 - 7 minutes - 7.04 MBOn this day in 1995, Michael Jordan announced his return to professional basketball by releasing a two-word statement: “I’m back.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Scott Paper kicks off the paper dress fashion trend - March 18th, 1966
March 18, 2024 07:00 - 8 minutes - 7.72 MBOn this day in 1966, the Scott Paper Company launched a promotion for disposable paper dresses. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The first undersea park in the United States is established - March 15th, 1960
March 15, 2024 07:00 - 7 minutes - 7.34 MBOn this day in 1960, the John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park was established as the first underwater nature preserve in the United States. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Legendary train engineer Casey Jones is born - March 14th, 1863
March 14, 2024 07:00 - 10 minutes - 9.24 MBOn this day in 1863, American folk hero Casey Jones was born in southeastern Missouri. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chester Greenwood patents the modern-day earmuff - March 13th, 1877
March 13, 2024 07:00 - 7 minutes - 7.23 MBOn this day in 1877, amateur inventor Chester Greenwood received a patent for his new and improved style of earmuffs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
An Irish gunman attempts to assassinate a British prince - March 12th, 1868
March 12, 2024 07:00 - 8 minutes - 7.88 MBOn this day in 1868, Prince Alfred of Edinburgh survived an attempt on his life during a visit to Sydney, Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Ken doll is introduced to the Barbie toy line - March 11th, 1961
March 11, 2024 07:00 - 9 minutes - 8.3 MBOn this day in 1961, Mattel introduced the Ken doll at the International Toy Fair in New York City. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The U.S. Senate adopts the cloture rule - March 8th, 1917
March 08, 2024 08:00 - 8 minutes - 7.67 MBOn this day in 1917, the U.S. Senate adopted a rule that allowed a two-thirds majority to cut off debate and force a vote. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Phyllis Diller makes her stand-up debut - March 7th, 1955
March 07, 2024 08:00 - 13 minutes - 12 MBOn this day in 1955, American comedian Phyllis Diller made her professional debut at the Purple Onion nightclub in San Francisco. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Alamo falls to Santa Anna and the Mexican army - March 6th, 1836
March 06, 2024 10:00 - 9 minutes - 8.86 MBOn this day in 1836, the Mexican army defeated a group of Texas rebels at the Battle of the Alamo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Hula-Hoop is patented - March 5th, 1963
March 05, 2024 10:00 - 8 minutes - 7.83 MBOn this day in 1963, the Wham-O toy company received a patent for the Hula Hoop. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ernest Hemingway completes “The Old Man and the Sea” - March 4th, 1952
March 04, 2024 10:00 - 9 minutes - 8.62 MBOn this day in 1952, American writer Ernest Hemingway finished the manuscript for his classic novella “The Old Man and the Sea.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Swatch watches are introduced in Switzerland - March 1st, 1983
March 01, 2024 10:00 - 9 minutes - 8.59 MBOn this day in 1983, the Swatch Group released its first collection of watches in Zürich, Switzerland. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Scotland allegedly passes a Leap Day proposal law - February 29th, 1288
February 29, 2024 10:00 - 8 minutes - 7.83 MBOn this day in 1288, according to Scottish legend, Queen Margaret passed a law allowing women to propose marriage to men on Leap Day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Denver International Airport opens - February 28th, 1995
February 28, 2024 10:00 - 10 minutes - 9.89 MBOn this day in 1995, the Denver International Airport officially opened to the public. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Italy appeals for help with the Leaning Tower of Pisa - February 27th, 1964
February 27, 2024 10:00 - 10 minutes - 9.39 MBOn this day in 1964, the Italian government began accepting proposals for how to save the Leaning Tower of Pisa from collapsing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
American singer and pianist Fats Domino is born - February 26th, 1928
February 26, 2024 10:00 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBOn this day in 1928, legendary musician Antoine "Fats" Domino Jr. was born in New Orleans, Louisiana. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Six Marines raise the U.S. flag on Iwo Jima - February 23rd, 1945
February 23, 2024 10:00 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBOn this day in 1945, during the Battle of Iwo Jima, six Marines planted the U.S. flag at the summit of Mount Suribachi. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Zitkála-Šá born / Edward Payson Weston walks from Boston to Washington DC on a bet - February 22nd Flashback
February 22, 2024 10:00 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MBOn this day in 1876, Native American writer and activist Zitkála-Šá was born. --- On this day in 1861, after losing a bet, Edward Payson Weston embarked on a 478-mile walk from Boston to Washington D.C. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nintendo releases "The Legend of Zelda" in Japan - February 21st, 1986
February 21, 2024 10:00 - 10 minutes - 9.68 MBOn this day in 1986, the original “Legend of Zelda" video game was released in Japan for the Famicom Disk System. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Americans hold a Nazi rally in Madison Square Garden - February 20th, 1939
February 20, 2024 10:00 - 10 minutes - 9.23 MBOn this day in 1939, a crowd of 20,000 Nazi sympathizers staged a rally in Madison Square Garden in New York City. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Georgia Literature Commission is established. - February 19th, 1953
February 19, 2024 10:00 - 8 minutes - 8.12 MBOn this day in 1953, the State of Georgia created the first literature censorship board in the United States. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The first fruit tree patent is issued - February 16th, 1932
February 16, 2024 10:00 - 8 minutes - 8.24 MBOn this day in 1932, Illinois farmer James Markham received the first fruit tree patent for his hybrid peach tree. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Rosie the Riveter “We Can Do It!” poster is introduced - February 15th, 1943
February 15, 2024 10:00 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBOn this day in 1943, the now-famous “We Can Do It!” poster was first displayed in several Westinghouse factories. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy gives a televised tour of the White House - February 14th, 1962
February 14, 2024 10:00 - 10 minutes - 9.44 MBOn this day in 1962, First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy gave the first televised tour of the White House. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The first all-Black professional basketball team is organized - February 13th, 1923
February 13, 2024 10:00 - 9 minutes - 8.74 MBOn this day in 1923, the New York Renaissance basketball team was formed in Harlem. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Edvard Munch's "The Scream" is stolen - February 12th, 1994
February 12, 2024 10:00 - 10 minutes - 9.61 MBOn this day in 1994, Edvard Munch's world-famous painting “The Scream" was stolen from the National Gallery in Oslo, Norway. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Volleyball is invented - February 9th, 1895
February 09, 2024 10:00 - 10 minutes - 9.23 MBOn this day in 1895, the first game of volleyball was played at the YMCA in Holyoke, Massachusetts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Three Black students are killed in the Orangeburg Massacre - February 8th, 1968
February 08, 2024 10:00 - 9 minutes - 9.06 MBOn this day in 1968, white state troopers shot and killed three unarmed Black students on a college campus in Orangeburg, South Carolina. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Paul Simon’s “50 Ways to Leave Your Lover” hits No.1 on the Billboard Hot 100 - February 7th, 1976
February 07, 2024 10:00 - 8 minutes - 7.84 MBOn this day in 1976, “50 Ways to Leave Your Lover" by Paul Simon claimed the top spot on the U.S. singles chart. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hundreds of swimmers are washed out to sea on Bondi Beach - February 6th, 1938
February 06, 2024 10:00 - 8 minutes - 7.73 MBOn this day in 1938, three massive waves created chaos on Australia’s Bondi Beach. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The United States launches "Operation Cornflakes" - February 5th, 1945
February 05, 2024 10:00 - 8 minutes - 7.84 MBOn this day in 1945, U.S. forces began a secret operation to distribute Allied propaganda through Germany’s own postal service. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Introducing: Very Special Episodes
February 02, 2024 16:40 - 2 minutes - 2.67 MBOn Very Special Episodes, we tell one incredible story each week. Stranger-than-fiction tales about normal people in extraordinary situations. Stories that make you say, “this should be a movie.” Follow Dana Schwartz, Zaron Burnett, and Jason English down a different rabbit hole every Wednesday. Listen here or on the iHeartRadio app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Grand Central Terminal opens in New York City - February 2nd, 1913
February 02, 2024 10:00 - 8 minutes - 7.99 MBOn this day in 1913, New York City’s Grand Central Terminal was officially opened to the public. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The first volume of the Oxford English Dictionary is published - February 1st, 1884
February 01, 2024 10:00 - 9 minutes - 9.05 MBOn this day in 1884, the first section of the Oxford English Dictionary was published, covering the words “a” through “ant.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.