The 8 Best Early American History Podcasts
A list of the Best Early American History Podcasts handpicked by our community on Podyssey.
Last Updated: Mar 11th, 2022
1. Ben Franklin's World
This is a show about early American history. Awarded Best History Podcast by the Academy of Podcasters in 2017, it’s for people who love history and for those who want to know more about the historical people and events that have impacted and shaped ...Show More
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218 Peter G. Rose, How the Dutch Brough Us Santa, Presents, & Treats
41:38 | Dec 25th, 2018
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Have you ever wondered where the Christmas traditions of stockings, presents, and cookies come from? What about jolly, old Saint Nicholas? Who was he and why do we often call him Santa Claus? Peter G....Show More
2. American History Tellers
The Cold War, Prohibition, the Gold Rush, the Space Race. Every part of your life - the words you speak, the ideas you share - can be traced to our history, but how well do you really know the stories that made America? We'll take you to the events, ...Show More
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Tulsa Race Massacre - The Powder Keg | 2
39:41 | Jun 5th, 2019
1 RECOMMENDATION
As Dick Rowland sat in a jail cell at the Tulsa courthouse on Tuesday, the news of his arrest and rumors about his alleged rape of Sarah Page flew through town. Egged on by an inflammatory op-ed in th...Show More
3. Business Wars
Netflix vs. HBO. Nike vs. Adidas. Business is war. Sometimes the prize is your wallet or your attention. Sometimes, it’s just the fun of beating the other guy. The outcome of these battles shapes what we buy and how we live. Business Wars gives ...Show More
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Netflix vs Blockbuster - Sudden Death | 1
27:02 | Feb 6th, 2018
4 RECOMMENDATIONS
This is Episode 1 of an 8-part series on the brutal business battle between Netflix and Blockbuster, and later HBO. It all started around 1997, with a guy named Marc Randolph and his mathematician fr...Show More
4. Key Battles of American History
War has played a key role in the history of the United States from the nation’s founding right down to the present. Wars made the U. S. independent, kept it together, increased its size, and established it as a global superpower. Understanding Amer...Show More
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5. The JuntoCast: A Podcast on Early American History
The JuntoCast is a monthly podcast about early American history. Each episode features a roundtable discussion by academic historians, Ken Owen, Michael Hattem, Roy Rogers, and guest panelists, exploring a single aspect of early American history in d...Show More
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Ep. 33: Hamilton: Six Years Later
1:10:06 | Mar 15th, 2021
In this episode, Ken Owen, Michael Hattem, and Roy Rogers reflect back on the reception, impact, and legacy of Hamilton: The Musical.
6. American History Revealed
AHR transports the listener back in time to significant moments in the early history of our great nation - the epic history of “Lost Colony,” Jamestown, the Pilgrims, and the Pequot War. Our country. Our history. These are the stories that have made ...Show More
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7. The Salem Witch Trials Podcast
The Salem Witch Trials Podcast takes a fast-paced and episodic examination of the witch hysteria in Salem, Massachusetts in 1692. Each brief yet insightful episode harnesses the knowledge of an expert to help illuminate both the chronology of events ...Show More
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A Reflection on Our First Season
09:48 | Mar 27th
In the last episode of season one, we reflect on what we've learned so far. And look ahead to season two. You can contact host Greg Houle at greg@theputnamsofsalem.com Learn more about host Greg's no...Show More
8. Business Movers
Behind every successful business is a story. It starts with a vision and a leap of faith. Along the way, leaders make bold decisions, ride booms and busts, and sometimes, they reach new heights. From Wondery, the makers of the hit series Busines...Show More
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Walt Disney: Building a Better Theme Park | Project Future | 1
31:17 | Jan 14th, 2021
1 RECOMMENDATION
As Walt Disney sets out to build a second theme park in Florida, he quietly works to keep the top secret project out of the public eye. To make his dream a reality, and to keep Project Future under wr...Show More
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