American History Podcasts

Black Missing and Missing is dedicated to the Black women, men, and children whose stories are missing from the media, and oftentimes, missing the justice they deserve.

Two girls ranting and reading! New episodes every first and last Friday of the month.

Behind the Tour: Tour Guides Tell All—Behind the Tour takes you off the beaten path with fun conversations discussing America’s past and tour destinations through a Biblical Worldview to discover and uncover “hidden things of old” and encourage the search for truth.

In Her Own Wright is a three-part podcast that tells the story of Katharine Wright, the little-known “Wright Sister” who was every bit as remarkable as her world-famous brothers, Wilbur and Orville.

Drinkin’ with Lincoln is a podcast from WNIJ that looks at Abraham Lincoln’s life, land and legacy through the eyes of the people who know him best: Lincoln presenters (commonly known as Lincoln impersonators, a term many Lincoln presenters avoid). Each episode, a Lincoln presenter joins host Clint Cargile as he explores sites significant (and […]

Who Knew? A History Podcast is a show written and produced by Chesney Allgood and Geoff Rixon, two American History teachers at Bishop O’Connell High School in Arlington, VA. We create episodes covering review content for our students, historical topics connected to current events, and quirky historical stuff we’re interested in. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, […]

Did you ever wonder when the U.S. started marketing toilet paper or why the Coca Cola logo is in that wavy cursive script? Are you a trivia nerd who loves fun facts and silly histories? Now you can learn the origin story of everything, from everyday objects to major corporations to fascinating theories–and you can […]

Today I Would Like To Share is a podcast by Blamo Industries. Hosted by Kyle, Jordan and Andrew. Every episode each host brings a new topic to share. Enjoy stories, comedy, news, trivia and much more.

gal-dem Presents: Reclaimed & Rewritten. For the better part of the last century, the story of Oklahoma’s Tulsa massacre has been forcibly relegated to the shadows of history. However, a renewed focus in digging up the past – particularly when it pertains to historic wrongs perpetrated against Black people – has recently brought the horrific […]

Welcome to the Philly People, Now Deceased, a Philadelphia History Brother and Sister Podcast. Each time we meet, Michiko, who lives in Pennsauken and Leonard, who lives in West Philly, talk about the sordid, exalted, infamous and famous lives of interesting Philadelphians with one caveat…they are all already deceased, May their souls rest in peace. […]

Talking about race relations poses more questions than answers. First, getting the facts. This podcast allows you to partner in learning about Black history. Then you can say …..NOW YOU KNOW! Learn more Black history at KNOW BLACK HISTORY Podcast at Patreon. Subscribe. Bread Of Life Spiritual readings are just the word you need to […]

Reading time have never been so fun and unpredictable. Listen to tales of highlighting the fun, hardship, and triumph of people of color with the energetic and creative Beka and her father, the wise and patient Pops.

The true stories of life at a Lutheran institution housing orphans and the elderly in rural Iowa on the eve of the Great Depression. Almost lost to the passage of time, these stories of sorrow and joy, compassion and cooperation have been uncovered and can now be shared with you. Join mother and son hosts […]

Many wanted to claim its discovery—but only one could be the first. In The Quest for the North Pole, a new podcast from Mental Floss and iHeartRadio, we’ll dive into the adventure, excitement, and danger surrounding our obsession with the North Pole. In each weekly episode, we’ll analyze the motives and celebrate the triumphs of […]

Common Ground: In Perspective is a series of short plays and conversations, powered by The Huntington in partnership with Facing History and Ourselves. This series is a companion podcast to The Huntington’s upcoming production of Common Ground Revisited. Written by Kirsten Greenidge and directed by Melia Bensussen, Common Ground Revisited is an adaptation of Anthony […]

Heroes and villains. Triumph and calamity. True self-determination. That’s Texas. Each episode, the three hosts take you on a journey back in time to explore the lesser-known stories that only could have occurred in the Lone Star State.

Travel back in time to the darkest depths of the Gilded Age with a show that chronicles the strangest and most terrifying true crime tales of yesteryear. Each story you hear, penned during the golden age of yellow journalism, is ripped straight from period newspapers. From Erik Rivenes, creator of Most Notorious! A True Crime […]

Maya Rook contemplates an eclectic mix of cultural and historical topics to connect the past, present, and future.

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Welcome to Research at the National Archives and Beyond. This show will provide individuals interested in genealogy and history an opportunity to listen, learn and take action. I offer a wonderful line up of experts who will share resources, stories and answer your burning genealogy questions. All of my guests share a deep passion and […]

History X amplifies true stories from history that have been repressed, suppressed, or simply forgotten. Host Russell Cobb discusses how our understanding of history is shifting in popular culture and what to make of the falling statues and renaming of places. History X explores the forgotten corners of dusty archives and talks to people with […]

Hear history from the people who made it on the Seven Days of 1961 podcast. Activists share what happened when they challenged white supremacy, facing violence and arrest.

Forgotten stories from the pages of history. Join us for surprising and curious tales from the past and challenge yourself with our lateral thinking puzzles.

Mr. Stroud taught US History at Kilgore College for 39 years and now brings his entertaining lectures to a broader audience via his weekly podcast.

Bad news is easy to come by. Sometimes it feels like we’re drowning in it. But on The Bright Side, our hosts believe that in every tragedy we can also find hope. The Bright Side with Kevin and Jason is a podcast that explores some of humanity’s biggest blunders, then digs deep to find out […]

Coming at you with hot presidential goss from several decades ago

Just a couple of real ass dudes talking about some american history. Stop listening to the first episode, its the least good. Find us on twitter at https://twitter.com/historyboyspod Contact us at historyboyspod@gmail.com

Is the Lewis and Clark Expedition worthy of being celebrated as a good historical event? Or should it be seen as a negative thing that caused much harm? Listen to find out.

A spiritual crisis grips the Massachusetts Bay Colony in 1692 that results in the deaths of twenty-five people and effectively ended a budding American theocracy. Remarkable Providences dives deep into the climate of purity and resentment that generated one of the most enduring–and misunderstood–American myths. Kate Devorak, a former Salem tour guide and current Salem […]

All Town, USA is a podcast that explores Alton, Illinois’ significant history and evolving identity. We tell stories in search of ways to bridge divides across neighborhoods. This is about all of us. We are all town.

In Time: A Music History Podcast, the show where we will be exploring the music we all know and love and put it in the greater context of the world from which it came. An Announcement from In Time: A Music History Podcast regarding the future of this season, and our plans after our current […]

Franklin wrote his autobiography in the form of an extended letter to his son. While recording the events of his life, he adds instructions for good living which makes this work America’s first “How to Succeed” book. View our entire collection of podcasts at www.solgood.org All Librivox recordings are in the public domain

More than 35,000 adult adoptees in the United States spent their entire lives completely unaware that they lacked citizenship and faced deportation. Their stories deserve to be heard – in their own words. Their stories deserve to be UnErased.

Afro Historyscapes is a ten-episode podcast series that gives a fresh perspective on African history. We tell the story of African Histories through objects at the Horniman Museum and Gardens in South London. The podcast has been developed alongside our Community Action Research project and shares the research of our curators, project team and Community […]

We talk about it all. But really just how we can open our eyes and see whats really going on. Hot topics, unapologetic faith, and why oh why are we so screwed up.

“Drowned in History” is a podcast that broadcasts the hidden histories embedded in the cityscape of Memphis. Uncover the stories that give voice to the people and places who have defined – and continue to define – the city. The modern architectural preservationist movement is nearly 60 years old. Many of the buildings that were […]

Mendelssohn on the Hudson is a self-guided historical and musical walking tour that follows the footsteps of the German Jews and others who fled 1930s Nazi Germany to settle in Washington Heights, also referred to at the time as “Frankfurt on the Hudson.” The self-directed historical tour route – offering autonomy, fresh air, and social […]

In Victorian-era Wheeling, West Virginia, a German-American brewer and entrepreneur would create a lasting impact that is still felt in the community today. From immigration to politics, industrialization to crime, take a step back in time as we look at Wheeling through the lens of Henry Schmulbach’s life. Brought to you by Wheeling Heritage Media […]

For around a hundred and fifty years in this country, Native tribes have been legally considered nations within a nation. But in Maine, the situation is more complicated. Maine has restricted the rights of the tribes within its borders more than any other state. And the amazing thing is, the tribes in Maine agreed to […]

Hey! I am girl who is so weirdly obsessed with history and I am taking you on the journey with me. If you will come, that is! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kaitlyn-rook/support

9/11: Two Decades Later explores the actions taken by the United States Government following the attacks of 9/11, including the creation of the Transportation Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security. The series also poses the question, “Are we safer today than 20 years ago?” This limited series is hosted and produced by award-winning […]

September 11, 2001 – a day of great loss for the United States. It also marks changes across the country, including the compliance arena. Tom Fox’s guests weigh in on how things changed, the wake-up call the compliance industry faced, and the aftermath 20 years later on the special show.

Join the Boys and get Hep Twice a Week. On Mondays, get heavy down on the little-talked about parts of American history. On Fridays, jam out with episodes about music, and questions fielded from You – the fans! Cody, Ian, Moxy and Abe are sitting in a Four Cornered Room Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thefourcorneredroom/support

This podcast is dedicated to uncovering lives that have been lost to time. My goal is to share the stories of everyday men, women, and children who didn’t make it into the history books. They may have been forgotten, but now they will live again as we explore their lives and say their names. I […]

Started by L.A. based painter Sandy Rodriguez and Poet/Journalist Adolfo Guzman Lopez, Project 1521 has gathered 10 poets and artists to reflect on the 500 years since the fall of the Aztec Empire. This podcast will give you an insight into the work of modern day Tlacuilos and the publication of their work. Donate at […]

How do you tell a “true” story? Award-winning historian Jim Downs delves into this question with master storytellers across film, TV, publishing, theatre, and gaming. Together, they explore the process of crafting authentic narratives, particularly those that typically have not been told by the entertainment industry.

Stories from the Pitch is a Podcast dedicated to creating a living oral history about street performing and some of the crazy characters who populate this world.

In each episode, we investigate the people behind historically significant events in American history while also exploring the direct connection between faith and liberty in America from its founding to today. All from the Faith and Liberty Discovery Center located in the heart of our nation’s birthplace: On Independence Mall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Together, We’ll […]

This is a history podcast that will discuss various items of history that many people might not know much about. From the most recent war in Artsakh to the Potato Famine to anything under the sun, hopefully the listener can learn something…and have a few laughs!

Civics, the study of the rights and responsibilities of citizens on the national, state and local levels of governments. Also included is a unit on media literacy. The period of American History that is focused on is known as American History II, it covers from the end of World War I to the present day.

A chaotic poet and an ordered financier make sense of our postmodern world from the Heart of America: Wisconsin

The Center for Oral History (COH) at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, in the Department of Ethnic Studies, was established in 1976 by the Hawaiʻi State Legislature. COH gathers the recollections of Native Hawaiians and the multi-ethnic people of Hawaiʻi about lifeways, key historic events, social movements and Hawaiʻi’s role in the globalizing world. […]

Welcome to the NEW HAMPSHIRE SECRETS, LEGENDS AND LORE PODCAST where twice a month we explore the world of New Hampshire that lies outside of the hard news. I’m your host, Wayne King, and I invite you to join us for an adventure that will take us on a journey together to explore those things […]

I tell you about my research into art, science, history, maps, and the interesting people behind it. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/diane-t-sands/support

American Women. American Stories. A monthly podcast where American immigrants, first and second generation American women share their stories.

Short recordings of items found within archival documents.

This show provides an overview of US History in a quirky and engaging way.

Listen to this biography podcast to find out how people with a disadvantage overcame their struggles and became world-famous. From Charlie Chaplin to Abraham Lincoln, Helen Keller to Marie Curie, most famous people were at a place where you are now – ground zero. Yet, they fought hard to accomplish unfathomable deeds. Are you going […]

Welcome to the North American Society for Oceanic History (NASOH) Podcast. The aim of NASOH is to create a diverse organization to study maritime history. NASOH will showcase the newest in maritime history research, along with interviews with winners of this year’s John Lyman Book Awards.

Father and son, Billy Samoa and Billy Carlos, are the hosts of Things You Didn’t Know. Together they explore the little know aspects of people, places, and things. Part history, part education, all fun…join them as they reveal all the things you didn’t know that you will never forget. https://thingsyoudidntknow.net/