This Year In History

In this episode of This Year In History, Merisa talks about "The Spanish Flu", a pandemic which struck the world in 1918. Merisa and Jordan discuss the very uncanny similarities of The Spanish Flu, and today's coronavirus, "COVID-19", and the politics, medical advice, safety procedures, and the public's reaction to masks.      (*SPOILER ALERT* It turns out that there were a lot of willfully ignorant people in 1918 as well.)     This podcast series is about anything from well-known international events to obscure moments in history. Every episode will cover a different topic from either of us, which happened in that year, starting with the year 1900. Available on all podcast platforms.   Click this link for our social media and other ways to watch and listen.https://linktr.ee/ThisYearInHistoryOur bonus episodes are available only on Patreon.Support this podcast and become a patron by joining the "This Year In History" Patreon, and receive earlier releases, a shout out on the show, and bonus episodes.www.patreon.com/thisyearinhistory

In this episode, Jordan talks about the unsolved mystery of the Milwaukee Police Station bombing of 1917. Who was the bomb intended to kill? Who made the bomb? Who planted the bomb? How did it end up inside a police station? Find out what happened and listen to a conspiracy of what could have really happened in this Halloween special of "This Year In History".This podcast series is about anything from well-known international events to obscure moments in history. Every episode will cover a different topic from either of us, which happened in that year, starting with the year 1900.  Available on all podcast platforms.   Click this link for our social media and other ways to watch and listen.https://linktr.ee/ThisYearInHistoryOur bonus episodes are available only on Patreon.Support this podcast and become a patron by joining the "This Year In History" Patreon, and receive earlier releases, a shout out on the show, and bonus episodes.www.patreon.com/thisyearinhistory

In this exclusive bonus episode, Merisa and Jordan discuss the history of why people check the candy on Halloween, and how Halloween took over the holiday "The Sweetest Day" and began handing out candy, slowly replacing "tricks" with "treats".  This podcast series is about anything from well-known international events to obscure moments in history. Every episode will cover a different topic from either of us, which happened in that year, starting with the year 1900.  Available on all podcast platforms.   Click this link for our social media and other ways to watch and listen.https://linktr.ee/ThisYearInHistory  Our bonus episodes are available only on Patreon.  Support this podcast and become a patron by joining the "This Year In History" Patreon, and receive earlier releases, a shout out on the show, and bonus episodes.www.patreon.com/thisyearinhistory

In this episode, Merisa talks about what she learned on the events between the Irish and the English monarchy that lead up to the Easter Rising, some events dating as far back as the 14th century, and the aftermath of the rising. Merisa and Jordan also talk about their Catholic upbringing, and Megadeath's singer, Dave Mustaine, comment that almost caused a riot in Northern Ireland in 1988.  This podcast series is about anything from well-known international events to obscure moments in history. Every episode will cover a different topic from either of us, which happened in that year, starting with the year 1900.  Available on all podcast platforms.   Click this link for our social media and other ways to watch and listen.https://linktr.ee/ThisYearInHistory  Our bonus episodes are available only on Patreon.  Support this podcast and become a patron by joining the "This Year In History" Patreon, and receive earlier releases, a shout out on the show, and bonus episodes.www.patreon.com/thisyearinhistory

In this episode, Jordan talks about the atrocities of the Ottoman Government when they executed over 1.5 million innocent Armenian civilians. This is known as The Armenian Genocide of 1915. During the recording and release of this episode, (October 2020) there have been reports that Artsakh, Armenia is under attack by Azerbaijan, again killing innocent civilians, backed by the Turkish government.  This podcast series is about anything from well-known international events to obscure moments in history. Every episode will cover a different topic from either of us, which happened in that year, starting with the year 1900.    Listen to this new show titled “This Year In History”, and if you’re not careful, you just might learn something.Available on all podcast platforms.    For pictures and bonus information on this episode, subscribe to the This Year In History YouTube channel, and follow us on Instagram and/or "Like" our page on Facebook, where you can continue the conversation with us.Click this link for our social media and other ways to watch and listen.https://linktr.ee/ThisYearInHistory    Our bonus videos and bonus episodes are available only on Patreon.  Support this podcast and become a patron by joining the "This Year In History" Patreon, and receive earlier releases, a shout out on the show, bonus episodes, and much more.   www.patreon.com/thisyearinhistory    

In this bonus episode, Jordan revisits the Caister Lifeboat Disaster from the 1901 episode and interviews a current member of the Caister Lifeboat Crew, and asks him to clarify facts, along with have some unanswered questions answered. It is an interesting conversation, but first, go and listen to the 1901 episode to understand the references. The Caister Volunteer Lifeboat Service is funded through donations. Their members are volunteers who give their time freely so all money raised supports life saving operations. Please donate here: https://www.justgiving.com/c-v-l-s

In this episode, Merisa tells us the backstory on what initiated the first "Great War", also known as World War One. She also talks about the casualties of chemical and trench warfare. This podcast series is about anything from well-known international events to obscure moments in history. Every episode will cover a different topic from either of us, which happened in that year, starting with the year 1900.    Listen to this new show titled “This Year In History”, and if you’re not careful, you just might learn something.Available on all podcast platforms.    For pictures and bonus information on this episode, subscribe to the This Year In History YouTube channel, and follow us on Instagram and/or "Like" our page on Facebook, where you can continue the conversation with us.Click this link for our social media and other ways to watch and listen.https://linktr.ee/ThisYearInHistory    Our bonus videos and bonus episodes are available only on Patreon.  Support this podcast and become a patron by joining the "This Year In History" Patreon, and receive earlier releases, a shout out on the show, bonus episodes, and much more.   www.patreon.com/thisyearinhistory    

In this special bonus episode, Merisa talks about the mystery of who was buried in "Tomb 55" in ancient Egypt.  Go to https://www.patreon.com/ThisYearInHistory and support us by being a patron today and receive early releases, bonus episodes, and additional content. 

In this episode, Jordan explains the unfortunate, and yet preventable events which took place on a ship called "Karluk". On a voyage departing Canada, meant to explore and discover new land in The Artic, a group of voyagers containing scientists, Inuits, crew members, sledge dogs, and a black cat, struggle to survive when their ship is trapped in ice, and they are left to survive on moving ice floes for months.  This podcast series is about anything from well-known international events to obscure moments in history. Every episode will cover a different topic from either of us, which happened in that year, starting with the year 1900.    Listen to this new show titled “This Year In History”, and if you’re not careful, you just might learn something.Available on all podcast platforms.    For pictures and bonus information on this episode, subscribe to the This Year In History YouTube channel, and follow us on Instagram and/or "Like" our page on Facebook, where you can continue the conversation with us.Click this link for our social media and other ways to watch and listen.https://linktr.ee/ThisYearInHistory    Our bonus videos and bonus episodes are available only on Patreon.  Support this podcast and become a patron by joining the "This Year In History" Patreon, and receive earlier releases, a shout out on the show, bonus episodes, and much more.   www.patreon.com/thisyearinhistory    

In this episode Jordan discusses the order of events which brought down the RMS Titanic in 1912, comparisons to the James Cameron movie “Titanic”,  followed by some bizarre stories of survivors of the aftermath of the sinking. Merisa adds in a few related conspiracy theories, which could very well be true. The featured background music are compositions from the RMS Titanic’s song book, music which was played on the ship during those days. This podcast series is about anything from well-known international events to obscure moments in history. Every episode will cover a different topic from either of us, which happened in that year, starting with the year 1900.    Listen to this new show titled “This Year In History”, and if you’re not careful, you just might learn something.Available on all podcast platforms.    For pictures and bonus information on this episode, subscribe to the This Year In History YouTube channel, and follow us on Instagram and/or "Like" our page on Facebook, where you can continue the conversation with us.Click this link for our social media and other ways to watch and listen.https://linktr.ee/ThisYearInHistory    Our bonus videos and bonus episodes are available only on Patreon.  Support this podcast and become a patron by joining the "This Year In History" Patreon, and receive earlier releases, a shout out on the show, bonus episodes, and much more.   www.patreon.com/thisyearinhistory    

In this episode Merisa gives a summary of what lead to The Mexican Revolution. Porfirio Diaz, Pancho Villa, Emiliano Zapata,  and other leaders of factions that arose during that time.       This podcast series is about anything from well-known international events to obscure moments in history. Every episode will cover a different topic from either of us, which happened in that year, starting with the year 1900.    Listen to this new show titled “This Year In History”, and if you’re not careful, you just might learn something.Available on all podcast platforms.    For pictures and bonus information on this episode, subscribe to the This Year In History YouTube channel, and follow us on Instagram and/or "Like" our page on Facebook, where you can continue the conversation with us.Click this link for our social media and other ways to watch and listen.https://linktr.ee/ThisYearInHistory    Our bonus videos and bonus episodes are available only on Patreon.  Support this podcast and become a patron by joining the "This Year In History" Patreon, and receive earlier releases, a shout out on the show, bonus episodes, and much more.   www.patreon.com/thisyearinhistory    

In this episode Merisa returns strong, after a near death experience.           Jordan tells the story of Jack Johnson, also known as "The Galveston Giant", a boxer who completely changed the world of sports.           He was an American boxer who was the first black man to become heavyweight champion of the world. Son of former slaves, living in The South (Texas),  this man lived an extravagant and skilled life, with his story being a classic rags to riches, underdog to king of the world story, against all odds and obstacles. This podcast series is about anything from well-known international events to obscure moments in history. Every episode will cover a different topic from either of us, which happened in that year, starting with the year 1900.    Listen to this new show titled “This Year In History”, and if you’re not careful, you just might learn something.Available on all podcast platforms.    For pictures and bonus information on this episode, subscribe to the This Year In History YouTube channel, and follow us on Instagram and/or "Like" our page on Facebook, where you can continue the conversation with us.Click this link for our social media and other ways to watch and listen.https://linktr.ee/ThisYearInHistory    Our bonus videos and the episode, "1776: 4th of July" is available only on Patreon.  Support this podcast and become a patron by joining the "This Year In History" Patreon, and receive earlier releases, a shout out on the show, bonus episodes, and much more.   www.patreon.com/thisyearinhistory    

In this exclusive bonus episode, Merisa tell us about the bizarre life and death of Elmer McCurdy, also known as "The Bandit Who Wouldn't Give Up".     The events of Elmer McCurdy's life will make you think it came from a Warner Bros cartoon, and even more so decades after his death.     Available now only on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, and all other podcast platforms.     Also, for all other exclusive bonus episodes, become a patron on our Patreon page.      www.patreon.com/thisyearinhistory

In this year in history, Merisa begins by describing the surprisingly well-preserved Italian Villa and the frescoes which were discovered inside. Jordan continues by talking about the first oil company to drill in the Middle East, and the drama and controversy it has carried even to this day.    This podcast series is about anything from well-known international events to obscure moments in history. We’re not historians, just two long time friends learning about occurrences that interest us from the 20th century, and then sharing them with each other. Every episode will cover a different topic from each of us, which happened in that year, starting with the year 1900.    Listen to this new show titled “This Year In History”, and if you’re not careful, you just might learn something.Available on all podcast platforms.    For pictures and bonus information on this episode, subscribe to the This Year In History YouTube channel, and follow us on Instagram and/or "Like" our page on Facebook, where you can continue the conversation with us.Click this link for our social media and other ways to watch and listen.https://linktr.ee/ThisYearInHistory    Our bonus videos and the episode, "The Bandit Who Wouldn't Give Up" is available only on Patreon.  Support this podcast and become a patron by joining the "This Year In History" Patreon, and receive earlier releases, a shout out on the show, bonus episodes, and much more.   www.patreon.com/thisyearinhistory     

In this exclusive bonus episode, Merisa tell us about the bizarre life and death of Elmer McCurdy, also known as "The Bandit Who Wouldn't Give Up".The events of Elmer McCurdy's life will make you think it came from a Warner Bros cartoon, and even more so decades after his death. To listen to this entire episode, go to our Patreon page atwww.patreon.com/thisyearinhistory   and sign to to be a Tier 2 or higher Patreon Subscriber.

In This Year In History of 1908, Jordan talks about Émile Cohl, the very first cartoon animator, and his journey of politics and art.Merisa continues the episode with the bizarre mystery of The Tunguska Event. Was it a meteor, an underground explosion, or a UFO landing?     This podcast series is about anything from well-known international events to obscure moments in history. We’re not historians, just two long time friends learning about occurrences that interest us from the 20th century, and then sharing them with each other. Every episode will cover a different topic from each of us, which happened in that year, starting with the year 1900.    Listen to this new show titled “This Year In History”, and if you’re not careful, you just might learn something.   Available on all podcast platforms.  For pictures and bonus information on this episode, subscribe to the This Year In History YouTube channel, and follow us on Instagram and/or "Like" our page on Facebook, where you can continue the conversation with us.      Click this link for our social media and other ways to watch and listen.  https://linktr.ee/ThisYearInHistory   Thank you to Stephanie Sanchez for becoming a new patron.  Our bonus videos and the episode 1776: Fourth of July is available only on Patreon.  Support this podcast and become a patron by joining the "This Year In History" Patreon, and receive earlier releases, a shout out on the show, bonus episodes, and much more.   www.patreon.com/thisyearinhistory  

In this episode, of the year 1907, Merisa talks about the world's very first Eugenics Law, and the results it had on people and society.     Jordan continues the episode with the tension building between white Canadians and Asian migrants, and what sparked the Anti-Asian Race Riots of Vancouver.    This podcast series is about anything from well-known international events to obscure moments in history. We’re not historians, just two long time friends learning about occurrences that interest us from the 20th century, and then sharing them with each other. Every episode will cover a different topic from each of us, which happened in that year, starting with the year 1900.    Listen to this new show titled “This Year In History”, and if you’re not careful, you just might learn something.   Available on all podcast platforms.  For pictures and bonus information on this episode, subscribe to the This Year In History YouTube channel, and follow us on Instagram and/or "Like" our page on Facebook, where you can continue the conversation with us.      Click this link for our social media and other ways to watch and listen.   www.linktr.ee/thisyearinhistory  Thank you to Cynthia Martinez for becoming a Patron.  Our bonus episode 1776: Fourth of July is available only on Patreon.  Support this podcast and become a patron by joining the "This Year In History" Patreon, and receive earlier releases, a shout out on the show, bonus episodes, and much more. www.patreon.com/thisyearinhistory  

In this episode of the year 1906, Jordan describes the hours and days following The Great San Francisco Earthquake and Fire, and the solutions used to help with these unprecedented, devastating events.   Merisa continues the episode with the tragic stories of the Atlanta Massacre, which took place at the first rise of Black progression in the early 1900's.    This podcast series is about anything from well-known international events to obscure moments in history. We’re not historians, just two long time friends learning about occurrences that interest us from the 20th century, and then sharing them with each other. Every episode will cover a different topic from each of us, which happened in that year, starting with the year 1900.    Listen to this new show titled “This Year In History”, and if you’re not careful, you just might learn something.   Available on all podcast platforms.  For pictures and bonus information on this episode, subscribe to the This Year In History YouTube channel, and follow us on Instagram and/or "Like" our page on Facebook, where you can continue the conversation with us.      Click this link for our social media and other ways to watch and listen.   www.linktr.ee/thisyearinhistory  Our first bonus episode 1776: Fourth of July is available only on Patreon.  Support this podcast and become a patron by joining the "This Year In History" Patreon, and receive earlier releases, a shout out on the show, bonus episodes, and much more. www.patreon.com/thisyearinhistory  

In this episode of the year 1905, Merisa introduces the show with the infamous "Bloody Sunday" event in which Russian soldiers guarding the Winter Palace killed hundreds of innocent protesters who tried to present a petition to the Czar, Nicholas II. Jordan continues the episode which also takes place in Saint Petersburg, Russia, when Grigori Rasputin makes his way into the Winter Palace and join Nicholas II and his imperial family as their mysterious, mystical healer.    This podcast series is about anything from well-known international events to obscure moments in history. We’re not historians, just two long time friends learning about occurrences that interest us from the 20th century, and then sharing them with each other. Every episode will cover a different topic from each of us, which happened in that year, starting with the year 1900.    Listen to this new show titled “This Year In History”, and if you’re not careful, you just might learn something.   Available on all podcast platforms.  For pictures and bonus information on this episode, subscribe to the This Year In History YouTube channel, and follow us on Instagram and/or "Like" our page on Facebook, where you can continue the conversation with us.  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9wphzLedO4LZayNQTCMEKg/featured  www.instagram.com/thisyearinhistorypodcast  www.facebook.com/thisyearinhistory  Support this podcast by joining the "This Year In History" Patreon, and receive earlier releases, a shout out on the show, and more. www.patreon.com/thisyearinhistory  

In this episode of the year 1904, Merisa talks about The Olympic Marathon which took place at The World's Fair in Saint Louis, Missouri. Jordan explains Nikola Tesla's attempt on explaining the phenomenon of "ball lightning" and Foo Fighters.  This podcast series is about anything from well-known international events to obscure moments in history. We’re not historians, just two long time friends learning about occurrences that interest us from the 20th century, and then sharing them with each other. Every episode will cover a different topic from each of us, which happened in that year, starting with the year 1900.  Listen to this new show titled “This Year In History”, and if you’re not careful, you just might learn something. Available on all podcast platforms.  For pictures and bonus information on this episode, subscribe to the This Year In History YouTube channel, and follow us on Instagram and/or "Like" our page on Facebook, where you can continue the conversation with us.  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9wphzLedO4LZayNQTCMEKg/featured  www.instagram.com/thisyearinhistorypodcast  www.facebook.com/thisyearinhistory    

In this episode of the year 1903, Merisa tells the unfortunate story of the Iroquois Theatre Fire, which took place in Chicago, Illinois. Jordan tells us about the Kishinev Pogrom, a Jewish massacre inflicted by local Russian Catholics in the Russia Empire, which is now modern day Moldova.  This podcast series is about anything from well-known international events to obscure moments in history. We’re not historians, just two long time friends learning about occurrences that interest us from the 20th century, and then sharing them with each other. Every episode will cover a different topic from each of us, which happened in that year, starting with the year 1900.  Listen to this new show titled “This Year In History”, and if you’re not careful, you just might learn something.  Available on all podcast platforms.  For pictures and bonus information on this episode, subscribe to the This Year In History YouTube channel, and follow us on Instagram and/or "Like" our page on Facebook, where you can continue the conversation with us.  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9wphzLedO4LZayNQTCMEKg/featured  www.instagram.com/thisyearinhistorypodcast  www.facebook.com/thisyearinhistory  

 In the episode of the year 1902, Jordan discusses the opening of the first, public movie theatre, The Electric Theatre, which opened in Los Angeles. Merisa talks to us about Nathan Stubblefield, a farmer and self-taught electrician, who invented the first wireless telephone.This podcast series is about anything from well-known international events to obscure moments in history. We’re not historians, just two long time friends learning about occurrences that interest us from the 20th century, and then sharing them with each other. Every episode will cover a different topic from each of us, which happened in that year, starting with the year 1900. Listen to our new show titled “This Year In History”, and if you’re not careful, you just might learn something.  

In the episode of the year 1901, Jordan discusses The Caister Lifeboat Disaster, which took place on the coast of England. Merisa talks to us about the strange story of one of United States' famous cannibals Alferd Packer. This podcast series is about anything from well known international events to obscure moments in history. We’re not historians, just two long time friends learning about occurrences that interest us from the 20th century, and then sharing them with each other. Every episode will cover a different topic from each of us which happened in that year, starting with the year 1900. Listen to our new show titled “This Year In History”, and if you’re not careful, you just might learn something.   

This new podcast is about anything from well known international events to obscure moments in history. We’re not historians, just two long time friends learning about occurrences that interest us from the 20th century, and then sharing them with each other. Every episode will cover a different topic from each of us which happened in that year, starting with the year 1900.  Listen to our new show titled “This Year In History”, and if you’re not careful, you just might learn something. This Year In History is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, and all other podcast platforms. In this episode, Merisa discusses the findings of Dunhuang Manuscripts found in China, and Jordan discusses The Great Galveston Storm of 1900 in Galveston, Texas.