In this podcast, you will dive into life questions related to faith, politics, and history with Abby Rancour. We sit down and examine both sides of arguments, dig into research, and see how our opinions can be strengthened or changed. Let's learn together
Recently on podcast episode I heard someone describe their upbringing in seven-day Adventism growing up in a cult. I had never heard this and I see Adventist churches everywhere so I do in to see what I think and if it's a cult. I hope you enjoy the episode.
This week we talked about the Titanic. How it was “unsinkable”, the ships, fatal flaw, and the aftermath of the sinking. We also talk about the conspiracy theories that erupted after the sinking of the titanic. I hope you enjoy the episode!
I love rodeos! I'm so excited to go to rodeos this summer, and wanted to learn the history behind the sport. I heard a tale that each cowboy would bring a section of fence to set up the ring during the very first rodeos, but turns out I couldn't find that anywhere online lol. So today we're gonna cover the true history of rodeos and the blend of cultures that made them what they are today. Enjoy!
It's been a tough week. In this weeks episode I talk about grief and what the lord is teaching me in the midst of it. It has not been easy but we do not grieve without hope.
Hey everyone! In this weeks episode, we talk about primaries versus caucuses, and what the differences are. I was so confused because in Colorado, we have both a primary and caucus, and I thought that having both made no sense. But turns out that each serve a very different purpose And we go over each one. I go over mostly Colorado's process, but hopefully that example can help you understand your states process more. Enjoy the episode.
I became fascinated by the dust fall when I read the book The Four Winds by Kristen Hannah. It outlined a family, who had to leave their farm in Texas and move to California to try to find work. I am so amazed that people were able to live through this time and what it took for them to survive, so I decided to deep dive the dust and figure out what really happened during this time period. Enjoy the episode.
They were talking about the Barbie speech, talking about how it's impossible to be a woman. As you'll see, find out, not a fan of the speech. Will break down the reasons why and talk about where to find your true validation. Enjoy the episode.
Pretentious or cool? What do you think of debutante balls? We go over the history and how they have been adapted to current times. Enjoy! History https://www.britannica.com/topic/social-class https://time.com/5737250/debutantes-history/ Traditions/rules http://nitsas.com/blog/debutante-season-rules-and-rituals/ https://www.internationaldebutanteball.org/faqs Recent ball https://www.vogue.com/slideshow/paris-le-bal-des-debutantes-2023
Well, this episode is dropping the day after Martin Luther King Jr. day, so I thought it was a great opportunity to research the man and how this became a national holiday. I hope you enjoy the episode.
I loooove a good New Year's resolution! Join me for my year in review and 2024 goals!
Well, this podcast started out as a history of astrology and turned into a sermon lol. Astrology is a huge cultural movement right now, seemingly even among Christians. But the Bible makes it clear that we are not to trust in astrology as Christians. We are to trust in God alone. I hope you enjoy the episode
It's our last state history podcast! Enjoy the history of Alaska!
Well, it's not traditional for Christians to celebrate Hanukkah, but should it be? In this episode we talk all about the history of Hanukkah, what it represents and discuss whether or not Christians should celebrate. And if you choose to celebrate, what are the traditions surrounding the holiday? I hope you enjoy the episode!
I got baptized this weekend! For the last couple years I have been on a quest to find out what I believe. This weekend I decided to make the outward proclamation of being a follower of Jesus, so let's recap my testimony and why I came to this decision. Enjoy!
We are chugging along on our states series this week and we are almost done! So crazy! This week we learn about the 48th state that joined the union: Arizona! I've been to Arizona a couple times and have to say that it is super pleasant in the winter. In the summer... not so much haha. We go over the geography, climate, state symbols, and history of this very interesting state. If you ever get a question in trivia asking what the last state to be added to the contiguous US, it's Arizona.
It was this episode I talk to the conditions of myself on Halloween as a Christian. We have to go over the history of Christianity and how it's ironically tied back to the church. I hope you enjoy the episode and let me know below what you do for Halloween!
Did you know that New Mexico has a state question? Red or green? I definitely think my answer is red! Want to know what this means? Listen to the episode all about the history of New Mexico! Enjoy!
I've always pondered what my cause would be on the off chance of me being the First Lady. Call me delusional lol. So today we go over the role of the First Lady, how it has evolved, and the causes they have chosen over the years. enjoy the episode!
My one question to Oklahomans is “whyyyy do you have so many state symbols??” You'll see what I mean when you get to the state symbols section. Enjoy the episode :)
It's Prime Time baby! Coach Prime has taken college football by storm and seemingly turned the CU football team completely around. So I wanted to know more about him! Here is an episode all about Deion Sanders. Enjoy!
Utah is really a fascinating place to me. It is dominated by Mormon culture because of the history and pilgrimage of the LDS church. It also has some of the most unique nature in the country. Join me as we walk through the history of Utah. Enjoy the episode!
Can you tell I'm getting crunchier? I'm talking about my latest fascination: grounding. We talk all about the health benefits, studies, and science behind toughing the Earth. enjoy!
We are learning about our 4th state, Wyoming! Enjoy the episode!
Well, I'm officially part of the sober-curious trend haha. In this episode we talk all about the history of alcohol in the US, the culture surrounding it, pros and cons of drinking, what the Bible says about alcohol, and why I think I'm done. Join me as I ponder the many debates surrounding this topic. I hope you enjoy the episode!
We are on our 43rd state this week: the land of the potato! Welcome to our Idaho episode! I hope you enjoy.
We have another Catholics vs Protestant episode coming at you! I'm fascinated by how drastic the difference is between the two groups when it comes to taking communion. So let's break it down. Enjoy!
We are covering the 42nd state, and technically my home state! Who cares if I only lived there for 2 years! Washington is a gem of a state and we cover the history, attractions, climate, geography, and so much more. Enjoy!
Today I'm sharing the birth story of my son! It was a wild ride but he is here all happy and healthy and we are recovering well! I hope you enjoy the episode!
I always imagined Montana as being this amazing oasis that is always warm and sunny. Boy was I wrong lol. It IS super beautiful in summer but I didn't realize they have some serious winters! Overall, I learned a ton and hope you do too. Enjoy the episode! Sources: https://mt.gov/discover/brief_history.aspx https://discoveringmontana.com/famous-people/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_states_and_territories_of_the_United_States_by_population_density https://www.netstate.com/states/symb/mt_symb.htm https://www.busytourist.com/things-to-do-in-montana/ https://www.bestplaces.net/climate/state/montana https://www.greatfallstribune.com/story/news/2018/03/27/do-you-know-what-montanas-state-seal-means-most-dont/462905002/#:~:text=%22Oro%20y%20Plata%22%20is%20Spanish,.%22%20It's%20the%20state%20motto. https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/geography/states/article/montana
Happy Memorial Day everyone! We are back with another state history episode! This is a bit of a thinned down history since North Dakota and South Dakota were the same territory, admitted to the union the same day, and we already did the North Dakota episode! But South Dakota does have some charm in its own right! Enjoy the episode!
We are talking about baptism this week! Where did it come from, how do different denominations view baptism, and do any other religions practice baptism? Enjoy!
We are back with another state history podcast! This time, it's North Dakota! Enjoy!
It is time for another formula 1 race! I watched my first live event and it was super fun. I'm hooked for sure!!
This week we go through the basics of Formula 1 racing! I didn't think I'd be into it at all but I'm obsessed! I hope you learn a lot and enjoy the episode :) Sources: https://www.formula1.com/en/latest/article.the-beginners-guide-to-formula-1-tyres.61SvF0Kfg29UR2SPhakDqd.html#:~:text=The%20highest%2Dnumbered%20slick%20tyre,intermediate%20and%20blue%20full%20wet https://f1chronicle.com/a-beginners-guide-to-formula-1/
Welcome to my home state! We are exploring all the great things about Colorado! Enjoy the episode! Sources: https://www.uncovercolorado.com/colorado-history-timeline/ https://www.uncovercolorado.com/all-colorado-state-symbols/#:~:text=Colorado%20State%20Motto%3A%20Nil%20sine%20numine&text=Written%20in%20Latin%2C%20Colorado's%20state,bottom%20of%20Colorado's%20state%20seal https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_states_and_territories_of_the_United_States_by_population_density https://www.uncovercolorado.com/all-colorado-state-symbols/#:~:text=Colorado%20State%20Motto%3A%20Nil%20sine%20numine&text=Written%20in%20Latin%2C%20Colorado's%20state,bottom%20of%20Colorado's%20state%20seal. https://www.thefamouspeople.com/colorado.php https://www.google.com/search?q=things+to+do+in+colorado&rlz=1C1RXQR_enUS1003US1003&oq=things+to+do+in+colorado&aqs=chrome..69i57j0i512j0i131i433i512l2j0i512l6.2497j0j9&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#ttdcs=EAE https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/geography/states/article/colorado https://www.bestplaces.net/climate/state/colorado
Ah, it's the Christian libertarian environmentalist capitalist lunatic farmer! I had never heard of Joel until a few weeks ago when he was brought to my attention and I knew I had to feel dive this very interesting man. Enjoy!
Nebraska is considered a flyover state, but really it's a hidden gem of history, attractions, and good weather. Enjoy the podcast!
Did you know there was cocaine in Coca-Cola until 1903? That it was originally advertised as a tonic to heal ailments? Come with me as we explore the fascinating history of Coca Cola!
Hey everyone! Today we are doing a little short episode to recap the Fox Indian war and give a little life update. Hope you enjoy!
We are on the 36th state to join the Union… Nevada! We all know about the Las Vegas strip but there is so much more to Nevada than what meets the eye. Enjoy the episode :)
This week we learn about the history of the whiskey rebellion! This is super interesting because it escalated from a simple whiskey tax to the first real test of the authority of the newly formed federal government. Join me as we break down all the causes, events, and fallout of the Whiskey Rebellion. Enjoy! source: https://www.history.com/topics/early-us/whiskey-rebellion
It's time to learn about West Virginia! This week I researched the historical timeline, geography, climate, and fun things to do in WV! Enjoy! Sources: https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/geography/states/article/west-virginia https://www.bestplaces.net/climate/state/west-virginia https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/west-virginia/famous-people-wv/ https://www.ereferencedesk.com/resources/state-history-timeline/west-virginia.html https://www.planetware.com/tourist-attractions/west-virginia-uswv.htm https://www.wvlegislature.gov/Educational/Kids_Page/symbols.cfm --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
This week we are talking all about the Great Depression. I was thinking as we are in a recession, what it would be like to actually have lived through the Great Depression? How bad really was it? What caused it? Can it happen again? I answer all these questions and more! Sources: https://www.history.com/topics/great-depression/great-depression-history https://listverse.com/2018/06/05/10-uplifting-stories-from-the-great-depression/ https://www.history.com/news/life-for-the-average-family-during-the-great-depression --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
It's time to learn about chiropractors! We talk about the history, the methods, and the benefits of chiropractic care, as well as my own personal experience with chiropractic. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
We are back with another episode. This time it is a state episode and we are going over all the complicated history of Kansas. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
I went on a lighthouse mimosa tour this last summer and it sparked my interest in lighthouses and lighthouse keepers. Today we are going over all the fun facts and innovations that improved lighthouses and learn specifically about one of the most famous lighthouse keepers in America: Ida Lewis. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Today we are taking a look at the 30 year conflict surrounding Northern Ireland. We look at what led to the conflict, major events, and how it finally came to be resolved. Enjoy the episode! Sources: https://www.britannica.com/event/The-Troubles-Northern-Ireland-history/The-Good-Friday-Agreement-the-Omagh-bombing-peace-and-power-sharing --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
We are back with the podcast after a much needed break! Today we recap all that's happened this year and what I'm looking forward to in the year to come! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
We are learning all about Oregon today! Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
We are on the 32nd state! Making our way through! Enjoy the history of Minnesota! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Did you know California was only a territory of the US for 2 years before it became a state?? Have fun learning all about the history of this beautiful state! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app