History Highlights

Insights01 - Novel update

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2022 27:14

Laura and I are starting a new podcast for you! We have received frequent feedback about our programs that many of you enjoy when we just chat off-the-cuff. So, we are going to host a series of discussions about various historical stories where we will chat about tales that we've researched, plus include some highlights of things we learn during our travels. Since I am making great headway on my first historical novel, Laura suggested she interview me about the project, my process, the challenges, etc. and share a sample from the manuscript. We are open to suggestions about topics you'd like to hear us discuss, so message me here, or email me at: Bill@HistoryHighlights.com Thank you for all your support. We are always searching for new ways to serve and delight you! Enjoy! All the best, Bill and Laura --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

St. Patrick's Day

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2022 3:43

Happy St. Patrick's Day! Today's brief audio feature (3:13) highlights the Irish origin and significance of this holiday. Have a great day! Bill and Laura --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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The 1932 "Bonus Army" vs. Herbert Hoover

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2020 3:41

Today's History Highlights from the Library of Congress spotlights when the president turned U.S. government forces with tanks, bayonets, and tear gas upon protesting World War I veterans. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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Jacqueline Kennedy

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2020 3:43

More History Highlights from the Library of Congress. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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The 14th Amendment

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2020 4:35

Another History Highlight for today in history from the Library of Congress. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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Gertrude Stein

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2020 3:30

Another History Highlights for today in history from the Library of Congress. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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Architect Cyrus Eidlitz and the New York Times Building in Times Square

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2020 3:57

Another interesting History Highlights for today I found on the Library of Congress website. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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New York's ratification of the U.S. Constitution.

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2020 2:55

There's a story on every page of history -- and in every History Highlights episode. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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Orson Welles, Voodoo, and Macbeth

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2020 3:27

A little show business history for today's History Highlight. Enjoy. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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Pioneer Day -- History Highlights

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2020 2:18

Pioneer Day commemorates the entry of Brigham Young and the first group of Mormon pioneers into the Salt Lake Valley on July 24, 1847. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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The Ice Cream Cone -- History Highlights with Bill Wiemuth

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2020 3:58

Another brief and interesting History Highlight for today. Enjoy --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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Cleveland, Ohio

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2020 2:12

History Highlights about today in history from the Library of Congress. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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Ernest Hemingway

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2020 4:29

History Highlights bonus for today. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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First Battle of Bull Run -- Civil War

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2020 4:33

History Highlights for today. Enjoy. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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Lucy the Elephant and other bizarre roadside attractions

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2020 7:14

Remember those weird attractions we used to visit on those family vacations? Enjoy these History Highlights. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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John Muir -- Naturalist, Conservationist, Writer

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2020 4:46

Bonus history highlight for today. John Muir is often called the Father of the National Parks. Here's a brief History Highlight about him. I do have a full one-hour audiobook about his Travels in Alaska available here: https://gum.co/Muiraudiobook Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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The Seneca Falls Convention and the campaign for women's voting rights.

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2020 4:10

Another History Highlights for today, July 19 drawn from the Library of Congress. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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Ty Cobb the Georgia Peach and baseball legend

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2020 2:47

Enjoy this History Highlights feature from the Library of Congress! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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John Paul Jones -- Revolutionary War Hero

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2020 2:51

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"Let Us Now Praise Famous Men" and Walter Evans

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2020 3:19

Just a little History Highlights feature. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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General John Pershing

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2020 7:44

Today's History Highlight: General John Pershing --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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The early days of Cowboy Culture and Owen Wister

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2020 3:36

Ever hear of Owen Wister? I hadn't either, but now we both have. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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Frank Sinatra - The Chairman of the Board - Ol' Blue Eyes

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2020 3:50

Today's History Highlight: Frank Sinatra --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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Henry David Thoreau

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2020 6:43

History Highlights feature for today: Henry David Thoreau --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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The Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton duel

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2020 3:30

For this History Highlight: The Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton duel. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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Jelly Roll Morton

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2020 3:13

For today's history highlight, let's jazz it up a little! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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A legendary Alaskan shootout

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2020 5:57

History Highlights for today: Soapy Smith. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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Sliced Bread and Satchel Paige

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2020 9:51

History Highlights for today. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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P. T. Barnum

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2020 4:59

Somehow, this didn't get uploaded properly, so it's a day late (and a dollar short!) but it's an interesting story on any day. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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July 1 -- Stamps, Gettysburg, and Rough Riders

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2020 7:01

History Highlights for today in history. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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June 27 -- Smithsonian Institution -- today in history

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2020 5:06

June 27 -- Smithsonian Institution -- today in history --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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June 25 -- Rosie the Riveter -- Custer's Last Stand -- today in history

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2020 8:54

June 25 -- Rosie the Riveter -- Custer's Last Stand -- today in history View the Rosie poster I talked about here: https://www.archives.gov/exhibits/powers_of_persuasion/its_a_womans_war_too/images_html/we_can_do_it.html --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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June 24 -- The Space Age -- today in history

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2020 5:37

June 24 -- The Space Age -- today in history --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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June 23 -- Texas annexation -- today in history

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2020 3:44

June 23 -- Texas annexation -- today in history --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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June 22 -- Wilhelmena and Harry Houdini -- today in history

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2020 5:43

Today in history feature for June 22. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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Robert Penn Warren about history

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2020 4:46

This is one of my favorite quotes about the importance of history. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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June 19 -- "Juneteenth" -- Today in History

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2020 6:29

Learn the history highlights about the Juneteenth holiday today. www.historyhighlights.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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June 18 -- War of 1812

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2020 2:48

President Madison and Congress declared the beginning of the War of 1812 on June 18 of that year. Learn more! www.HistoryHighlights.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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June 17 -- The Battle of Bunker Hill

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2020 2:23

June 17 is the anniversary of the Revolutionary War Battle of Bunker Hill. www.HistoryHighlights.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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June 16 -- Army Corps of Engineers

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2020 6:01

Today I highlights the Army Corps of Engineers on the anniversary of their date of beginning. Enjoy! www.HistoryHighlights.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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June 14 -- Flag Day

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2020 5:36

Learn a little about Flag Day! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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Oregon Trail - An introduction

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2020 2:29

An introduction to get you excited about my "Oregon Trail" presentation. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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Lewis and Clark -- Chief Sheheke

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2020 4:37

Hear stories of the Native American chief that returned back to Washington, D.C. with Meriwether Lewis to meet with Thomas Jefferson. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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Lewis and Clark -- George Drouillard

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2020 5:32

Here are some highlights about one of the remarkable members of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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The Astorians -- Edward Aymes

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2020 5:08

Hear the story of a member of the Astorians that was left behind... --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

Lewis and Clark -- Mosquitoes

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2020 5:00

Hear what members of the Lewis and Clark Expedition wrote about the animal that tormented them. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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Meriwether Lewis' account of violence with the Blackfeet.

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2020 10:58

It was the only violent encounter between members of the 1803-06 Lewis and Clark Expedition and the Native Americans of the west. I share some insights and let Meriwether Lewis tell the story as he recorded in his journal. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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Arlington National Cemetery - Today in History for May 13

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2020 4:57

Today in History for May 13 -- Arlington National Cemetery --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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An update on our goals and progress

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2020 4:44

Bill shares details about the goals and progress of HistoryHighlights.com endeavors. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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Lewis and Clark -- Patrick Gass May 14, 1804 departure journal entry

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2020 4:36

We'll return to the Lewis and Clark Expedition story often. This is one of the great adventure stories in United States history. For more information about my books, audiobooks, and LIVE online presentations about this topic and others, visit www.HistoryHighlights.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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Welcome to the History Highlights podcast with Bill Wiemuth

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2020 2:17

Meet me (Bill Wiemuth) and learn all the ways that you can experience fascinating true stories in about an hour with HistoryHighlights.com paperback books, eBooks, audiobooks, and LIVE online presentations. I love to share great stories with you. By telling the stories of the United States' past, I hope to improve the United States future. Join me for a journey of discovery. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/historyhighlights/message

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