Podcasts about California Gold Rush

Gold rush from 1848 until 1855 in California

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BirdNote
Bringing Condor Home

BirdNote

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 1:45


Tiana Williams-Claussen is a member of the Yurok Nation and Director of the Yurok Tribe Wildlife Department. In this episode, she shares the story of how the California Condor, known as Prey-go-neesh in the Yurok language, went extinct on Yurok lands due to the environmental exploitation that followed the California Gold Rush. The Yurok Tribe has forged a partnership with the National Park Service and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to bring condors back home.More info and transcript at BirdNote.org.Want more BirdNote? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter. Sign up for BirdNote+ to get ad-free listening and other perks. BirdNote is a nonprofit. Your tax-deductible gift makes these shows possible. 

Retro Life 4 You
The Last Great Western? Breaking Down Pale Rider

Retro Life 4 You

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 60:53


In Pale Rider, Clint Eastwood delivers one of his most iconic Western performances as a mysterious, ghostly gunslinger known only as "Preacher." Set during the California Gold Rush, the film follows a group of struggling prospectors being terrorized by a ruthless mining tycoon, Coy LaHood (Richard Dysart), who wants to force them off their land. Just as hope seems lost, a lone rider appears—a quiet but deadly figure in a preacher's collar, who takes it upon himself to protect the settlers and stand against LaHood's hired guns.As Preacher's past comes to light, his true nature remains a mystery. Is he merely a man with unfinished business, or is he something more—a supernatural force of vengeance?Blending classic Western themes with a touch of mysticism, Pale Rider is a gripping tale of justice, redemption, and retribution. Featuring stunning cinematography, a haunting score by Lennie Niehaus, and a legendary performance from Eastwood, the film stands as one of the greatest Westerns of its time.If you are new to the podcast then please consider following us on the platform that you love, we can be found most anywhere that you listen to your favorite podcasts. Please leave us a rating and review if you listen on iTunes and a 5 star rating if you listen on Spotify. If you like what you hear then please share the show with your friends and family. If you would like to help support the podcast by donating a small amount or any custom amount you choose then please visit the following link:https://retrolife4u.com/supportThis is not a membership or anything just a way for you to help support us without paying a reoccurring monthly fee when you feel like you are able to help. If you have any questions, comments, suggestions for shows or you have a question you would like us to read on air then email us at retrolife4you@gmail.com You can find us on social media at the following places:FacebookInstagramTik TokYouTubeRetro Life 4 You Website

WPRV- Don Sowa's MoneyTalk
Generational Investing

WPRV- Don Sowa's MoneyTalk

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 44:11


The investment strategies used when investing for the next generation can look very different than how you handle your retirement assets. Nathan and Steve discuss considerations for those managing multigenerational assets. Also, on our MoneyTalk Moment in Financial History we discuss how the idea of Manifest Destiny transformed America during the California Gold Rush. Hosts: Nathan Beauvais CFP®, CIMA® & Steven Beauvais; Air Date: 3/5/2025; Original Air Date: 10/18/2023 & 2/7/2024. Have a question for the hosts? Visit sowafinancial.com/moneytalk to join the conversation!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cass and Anthony Podcast
Delightfully Useless Trivia

The Cass and Anthony Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 3:17


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Historically High
The California Gold Rush

Historically High

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 133:15


The 1848 discovery of gold in California didn't just change the lives of those that rushed across the country to strike it rich. It also shaped the development of the early United States in a big way. California being the 31st state in the union may seen kinda odd being that's its about as far west as you can get and there's a lotta area in between. Well that's all thanks to the thousands and thousands of people who braved the California Trail or the sea voyage around South America for months heading west to seek their fortunes. A majority never struck pay dirt in the Golden State but those 49er's and also a pretty sizable group of international gold seekers set down roots to establish the unique culture of the San Francisco area. It's not all sunshine and nuggets though, when you get a ton of people all rushing to one area to fight for wealth it's gonna get messy. All that and more on this week's exciting episode of Historically High. Support the show

WPRV- Don Sowa's MoneyTalk
Why Titling Matters

WPRV- Don Sowa's MoneyTalk

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2025 42:47


When Shakespeare wrote, "What's in a Name?", he clearly wasn't talking about financial accounts, because the way we title our accounts has great bearing over who controls them, the limits of that control, and their tax treatment. Nathan and Steve take us through some scenarios that highlight the importance of being intentional about the types of accounts you open, and how you choose to tile them. Also, on our MoneyTalk Moment in Financial History we tell the story of how the California Gold Rush fueled westward expansion at the turn of the century. Hosts: Nathan Beauvais CFP®, CIMA® & Steven Beauvais; Air Date: 1/8/2025. Have a question for the hosts? Visit sowafinancial.com/moneytalk to join the conversation!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cascadia Crime & Cryptids
Episode 133: Tahoe Tessie

Cascadia Crime & Cryptids

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2024 21:17


Is there a giant serpent living in the depths of Lake Tahoe?   Sources https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tahoe_Tessie https://www.latimes.com/style/la-os-tessie3may03-story.html https://www.tahoedailytribune.com/news/dark-shapes-in-the-lake-tahoe-tessie-legend-remains-alive-for-visitors/ https://www.moonshineink.com/tahoe-news/tahoe-myths-tessie-and-the-man-eating-lake-bird-ong/ https://medium.com/@tristansteele32/legend-has-it-that-beneath-the-waters-of-lake-tahoe-there-lurks-a-monster-b9b3d9756bae https://www.sierrasun.com/news/tahoe-tessie-featured-on-monsters-across-america/ https://www.flohockey.tv/articles/11560355-tim-tebows-echl-team-in-lake-tahoe-to-be-called-knight-monsters https://cryptidz.fandom.com/wiki/Tahoe_Tessie https://renoscuba.com/blog/adventure/tessie-the-monster-of-lake-tahoe https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/tahoe-tessie https://www.newspapers.com/image/705002949/?match=1&terms=tahoe%20monster https://tahoe.ucdavis.edu/findtahoetessie https://voicemap.me/tour/lake-tahoe/up-in-the-clouds-a-guide-to-heavenly-gondola-s-lake-tahoe-observation-deck/sites/urban-legend-tahoe-tessie https://www.sfgate.com/renotahoe/article/050521-lake-tahoe-tessie-monster-myths-16150906.php https://tmrrealestate.com/legend-tahoe-tessie/ https://naturerules1.fandom.com/wiki/Tahoe_Tessie https://www.altaonline.com/dispatches/a36588651/tessie-lake-tahoe/ https://www.theceshop.com/agent-essentials/blog/lake-tahoes-tessie-californias-loch-ness-monster https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/divers-strike-garbage-gold-but-finds-no-signs-of-tahoe-tessie https://renonr.com/2005/07/07/who-is-tahoe-tessie/ https://tahoetopia.com/news/tahoe-tessie-returns https://www.amazon.com/Story-Tahoe-Tessie-Original-Monster/dp/0962679267/ref=sr_1_2?crid=BKQQRY86PDFE&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.v7s40xAZfNgpBjFH5sQ3w5xsmRTrMaazlFFg7DGPQb1Gfou947-D83NYHmpLnGAWgnocsjCvE34TGj6SrjFU42caeg2PYTZkzXjzSavtlguhhTyP1FXM6cmeOkTjk269avw7-s0zCw7hM2UdIYPuLYAGgiAk6uKlQwjdroFF6fdEn-0H3H-BKOCykT9fPAXkRugj2-Di5fRF9MAJZhkN7FT8Ngn4rn8Bkjlq1ffUyHs.IPWFIRYipNM7IF1pv7fOseUux7smOO-s0RbjfEKFHLM&dib_tag=se&keywords=tahoe+tessie&qid=1734616555&sprefix=tahoe+tessie%2Caps%2C276&sr=8-2 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Washoe_people https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Donner_Party https://www.newspapers.com/image/92977563/?match=1&terms=unpleasant%20serpent

WPRV- Don Sowa's MoneyTalk
Can Money Buy Happiness?

WPRV- Don Sowa's MoneyTalk

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2024 42:52


The great Notorious B.I.G. once said, “Mo money, mo problems”, and while some of us may scoff at this as something only something rich people say, it is true that many of the worlds wealthiest people do not consider themselves happy. Donna and Nathan discuss this and other lessons offered by writer, Ben Carlson, in his blog post, “17 Thoughts About Money”. Also, on our MoneyTalk Moment in Financial History we discuss how the idea of Manifest Destiny transformed America during the California Gold Rush. Hosts: Donna Sowa Allard, CFP®, AIF® & Nathan Beauvais, CFP®, CIMA®; Air Date: 12/4/2024; Original Air Date: 10/18/2023 & 2/15/2024. Have a question for the hosts? Visit sowafinancial.com/moneytalk to join the conversation!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In My Footsteps: A Cape Cod and New England Podcast
Episode 172: Rise of Home Shopping, the Original 'Smart' Toy, Most Hated Video Games, California Gold Rush(12-4-2024)

In My Footsteps: A Cape Cod and New England Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 49:12


Send us a textThe dawning of home shopping. The original 'smart' toy. Some of the most hated video games ever.The Holiday season is upon us and the podcast has some fun nostalgia gift-wrapped for you.Episode 172 kicks off with a look back at the beginnings of home shopping. From its accidental roots to becoming a staple of the 1980s home shopping redefined consumer spending habits. Today everything is 'smart.' Smartphones, smart watches, smart devices that control every aspect of your home. However, as we go way Back In the Day there had to be a first. We are going to look back at the original smart toy. 2-XL was an educational robot that made its debut in the late 1970s. How did it change the world? There are plenty of video games that end up being unpopular. It takes a special kind of failure for a game to be downright hated. A new Top 5 is going to look at some of the most hated video games ever made. Whether unfinished, too difficult, or unbelievably offensive, there are no winners here. A brand new This Week In History and Time Capsule will look back at the dawning of the California Gold Rush and how it changed America.For more great content become a subscriber on Patreon!Helpful Links from this EpisodeThe Lady of the Dunes.comPurchase My New Book Cape Cod Beyond the Beach!In My Footsteps: A Cape Cod Travel Guide(2nd Edition)Hooked By Kiwi - Etsy.comDJ Williams MusicKeeKee's Cape Cod KitchenChristopher Setterlund.comCape Cod Living - Zazzle StoreSubscribe on YouTube!Initial Impressions 2.0 BlogUPDATE: Bonnie Bickwit and Mitchel Weiser Case - Rolling Stone.comWebcam Weekly Wrapup PodcastCape Cod 1929 PodcastListen to Episode 171 hereSupport the show

q: The Podcast from CBC Radio
John Adams: Classical music's role in telling contemporary stories

q: The Podcast from CBC Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2024 35:44


John Adams (Nixon In China, Doctor Atomic) is a Pulitzer and Grammy-winning composer who's one of the biggest living names in the world of opera and classical music. He's helped give opera a more contemporary lens by steering his work toward big political events in modern history. His latest opera, “Girls of the Golden West,” looks at the California Gold Rush, and it was recently nominated for two Grammys. John joins Tom Power to discuss his decades-long career in music, his Pulitzer Prize-winning composition inspired by 9/11, and what role he thinks classical music can play when it comes to telling contemporary stories.

Property Profits Real Estate Podcast
Another California Gold Rush with Shawn DiMartile

Property Profits Real Estate Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2024 21:27


Join us in this episode as we talk with Shawn DiMartile about how he makes multifamily investing work in expensive markets like San Diego, California. Shawn shares his unique approach, including tips and strategies for finding success in a tough real estate market. Learn about the new California gold rush and how you can apply these ideas to your own investments. Don't miss this insightful conversation with Shawn!   ================================== Want to grow your real estate investing business and portfolio?  You're in the right place. Welcome to the Property Profits Real Estate Podcast

The California Report Magazine
First Time Latino Voters Embrace Their Political Power; New Film Digs Into Gold Rush Myths

The California Report Magazine

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2024 29:59


New Film Explores the Power of Latino Voters in California — and Battleground States Latinos make up the second largest voting group in the upcoming 2024 election, totaling 32 million eligible voters nationwide. But Latinos are not a monolith, and both Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump have been courting Latino voters on the campaign trail. Andrés Cediel is a filmmaker and a journalism professor at UC Berkeley. He's also a producer of VOCES: Latino Vote 2024, a new PBS documentary project that explores the vast interests and priorities of Latino voters across the country. The California Report Magazine's Sasha Khokha spoke with Cediel about how California's Latino voters could tip the balance.   New ‘Land of Gold' Film Digs Deep Into California's Troubled Gold Rush Origins Who were the real people who inspired the opera “Girls of the Golden West?” A new documentary film takes a peek behind the curtain of a San Francisco performance about Black and Latina women during the California Gold Rush. In conversation with The California Report Magazine's Sasha Khokha, the film's director, John Else shares the true story of a mob-fueled lynching of a Mexican-American woman, and the lessons that can be learned from it today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Save As: NextGen Heritage Conservation
Death Valley Ghost Town: Conservation of the Ryan Mining District

Save As: NextGen Heritage Conservation

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2024 31:06


Before Death Valley became a desert tourism mecca, it was a mining hot spot. The homelands of the Timbisha Shoshone tribe were opened to industry during the California Gold Rush. In this “Where Are They Now?” episode, producer Willa Seidenberg talks with alumna Mary Ringhoff about her thesis on the early-twentieth-century mining town of Ryan, an unusually well-preserved site just outside the boundaries of Death Valley National Park. The company town housed workers at the Pacific Coast Borax Company, which produced the famous “20 Mule Team” cleaning agent used in millions of households.Mary, an archaeologist by training, describes the lives of miners in a harsh desert environment, the town's conversion into a hotel for tourists, and how it became a ghost town. She also shares the surprising project she's been investigating in her work as an architectural historian.  See episode page for photos, links, and transcript.Connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn!

Finding Something Real
Does God Really Care? with Francine Rivers

Finding Something Real

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 56:41


This is the fourth episode in a series of episodes dedicated to a young woman named Olivea.  This episode is with special guest, best-selling author, Francine Rivers. In this episode Francine shares with Janell and Olivea about her life journey, how she hears from God, why trusting His character is so important, and how she knows He cares even when life can be full of disappointments or unexpected detours.    ABOUT FRANCINE RIVERS New York Times bestselling author Francine Rivers had a successful writing career in the general market for several years becoming a born-again Christian; she then wrote "Redeeming Love" as her statement of faith. A retelling of the biblical story of Gomer and Hosea set during the time of the California Gold Rush, Redeeming Love is now considered by many to be a classic work of Christian fiction and it continues to be one of the industry's top-selling titles year after year. Since Redeeming Love, Francine has published numerous bestselling novels with Christian themes—including The Masterpiece, Bridge to Haven, and A Voice in the Wind —and she has continued to win both industry acclaim and reader loyalty around the world. Her Christian novels have been awarded or nominated for numerous honors and in 1997, after winning her third RITA Award for Inspirational Fiction, Francine was inducted into the Romance Writers of America's Hall of Fame. In 2015, she received the Lifetime Achievement Award from American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW). Francine's novels have been translated into over 30 different languages, and she enjoys bestseller status in many foreign countries. Francine and her husband live in Northern California and enjoy time spent with their grown children and grandchildren. She uses her writing to draw closer to the Lord, and she desires that through her work she might worship and praise Jesus for all He has done and is doing in her life.  

History Unplugged Podcast
Appleton Oaksmith: The Confederate Blockade Runner Who Became Lincoln's Public Enemy #1

History Unplugged Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024 49:59


Appleton Oaksmith was a swashbuckling Civil War-era sea captain whose life intersected with some of the most important moments, movements, and individuals of the mid-19th century, from the California Gold Rush, filibustering schemes in Nicaragua, Cuban liberation, and the Civil War and Reconstruction. But in his life we also see the extraordinary lengths the Lincoln Administration went to destroy the illegal trans-Atlantic slave trade. That's because he spent years working as an outlaw mariner for the Confederacy and later against the Klan.Oaksmith lived in the murky underworld of New York City, where federal marshals plied the docks in lower Manhattan in search of evidence of slave trading. Once they suspected Oaksmith, federal authorities had him arrested and convicted, but in 1862 he escaped from jail and became a Confederate blockade-runner in Havana. The Lincoln Administration tried to have him kidnapped in violation of international law, but the attempt was foiled. Always claiming innocence, Oaksmith spent the next decade in exile until he received a presidential pardon from U.S. Grant, at which point he moved to North Carolina and became an anti-Klan politician.To look at this story is today's guest, Jonathan White, author of “Shipwrecked: A True Civil War Story of Mutinies, Jailbreaks, Blockade-Running, and the Slave Trade.”

Under the Lights with Vegas St. James
Reach for the moon, land among the 49'er miners!

Under the Lights with Vegas St. James

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2024 21:51


Lola Montez was not the girl-next-door, nor was she a model female citizen of her time. Montez was a European woman who took the California Gold Rush, enhanced its shaping of the beginning of CA American institution of the burlesque feminist movement, and forever changed dancers lives on United States soil. Part 1 touches on her European past, how she reached California, and what the social, cultural, and political climate was of the state to better understand how burlesque got to where it is today!

Have Guitar Will Travel Podcast
120 - Mark Race (Raynes)

Have Guitar Will Travel Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2024


120 - Mark Race (Raynes) In episode 120 of “Have Guitar Will Travel” presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine host James Patrick Regan speaks with Mark Race guitarist with the band Raynes. In their conversation we discuss: Mark's wedding in Newcastle England and his Honeymoon in South Africa and we discuss growing up in Durham, England and his relocation to Miami. They discuss how two guys in a band from Bismarck, North Dakota found Mark and why they decided to include him in their band and why Mark took them up on their offer. They talk gear, Mark tells us about his Fender Custom Shop ‘61 Strat and his VOX Night Train amp which Mark mistakenly calls solid state (it's a 15watt tube amp). Mark tells us about when they are able to carry a drummer vs when they perform as a trio. They discuss his upcoming tour dates with a novelty band of a sort “Yachtley Crew” and a “Beatle” (Ringo Starr's All Star Band). They discuss Raynes new EP which is a concept album with songs regarding the 1849 California Gold Rush. Mark also tells us about how the band self produces their music and their videos. Mark also tells us about how the band up through last year was making a living playing cover gigs in bars through the Midwest. . You can find out more about Mark and his band Raynes at their website: raynesmusic.com . Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! . #VintageGuitarMagazine #MarkRace #Raynes #RaynesBand #guitar #Guitar #FenderCustomShop #VoxAmps #GuitarHero #theDeadlies #guitarfinds #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #guitarcollector #Travelwithguitars #haveguitarwilltravel #hgwt #HGWT . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

Snoozecast
The Jumping Frog

Snoozecast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2024 26:45


Tonight, for our 888th episode, we'll read the 1865 Mark Twain short story “The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County”. It was Twain's first great success as a writer and brought him national attention. We first aired this story back in the year 2020. In the following tale, the narrator retells a story he heard from a bartender, Simon Wheeler in California, about the gambler named Jim Smiley.  Jim Smiley is described as betting on just about anything, for example, on the travels of a “straddle bug”. If you're wondering what a straddle bug is, just picture a large, commonplace beetle. The story is set against the backdrop of the California Gold Rush, a period of American history marked by fervent optimism and the pursuit of fortune. Twain's depiction of this time captures the essence of a society where people from all walks of life mingled and gambled on everything imaginable. The quirky characters and their antics provide a humorous lens through which readers can view the era's adventurous spirit and sometimes absurd undertakings.  Twain's writing style in this story is notable for its use of vernacular speech and regional dialects. This stylistic choice adds authenticity to the characters and their environment, bringing the story to life with vivid, colloquial language. Twain's ability to capture the unique voices of his characters helped establish his reputation as a master storyteller and chronicler of American life. — read by 'N' — Sign up for Snoozecast+ to get expanded, ad-free access by going to snoozecast.com/plus! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ADDITIONAL HISTORY: Headlines You Probably Missed

On March 15, 1848, something that had happened two months earlier was finally reported in a newspaper for the first time. It only made it into one newspaper, but that was all that was needed to announce that gold had been found in California. That announcement sparked the California Gold Rush and changed history. SOURCES “Advertisements (Front age).” The Californian (San Francisco, California), March 15, 1848. www.newspapers.com. “The Annual Message of the President of the United States to the Thirtieth Congress.” The New York Herald (New York, New York), December 6, 1848. www.newspapers.com. “The Bermondsey Horror: History Blog UK.” The Ministry Of History History Blog UK Europe. Accessed June 12, 2024. https://www.theministryofhistory.co.uk/short-histories-blog/bermondsey-horror. “A Big Snake Excitement.” The Evening Post (New York, New York), July 6, 1848. www.newspapers.com. “The Californian (1840s Newspaper).” Wikipedia, November 26, 2023. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Californian_(1840s_newspaper). “The Discovery of Gold: Early California History: An Overview: Articles and Essays: California as I Saw It: First-Person Narratives of California's Early Years, 1849-1900: Digital Collections: Library of Congress.” The Library of Congress. Accessed June 12, 2024. https://www.loc.gov/collections/california-first-person-narratives/articles-and-essays/early-california-history/discovery-of gold/#:~:text=Governor%20Mason's%20report%20of%20that,Niners%22%20were%20on%20their%20way. “Gold Rush: California, Date & Sutter's Mill.” History.com. Accessed June 12, 2024. https://www.history.com/topics/19th-century/gold-rush-of-1849. “The Great Russellville Snake.” Buffalo Courier Express (Buffalo, New York), March 22, 1849. www.newspapers.com. “Marie Manning (Murderer).” Wikipedia, April 11, 2024. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marie_Manning_(murderer). McEneaney, Cian. “Changing Attitudes toward Irish Canadians: The Impact of the 1847 Famine Influx in the Province of Canada .” Bridgewater State University, 2021. https://vc.bridgew.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1491&context=undergrad_rev. “A Monster Snake.” The Hull Packet and East Riding Times (Hull, East Yorkshire, England), January 12, 1849. www.newspapers.com. “Mortality of Immigrants to Canada.” Daily National Intelligencer (Washington D. C.), January 24, 1848. www.newspapers.com. “The Murder at Bermondsey.” The Observer (London, Greater London, England), September 3, 1849. www.newspapers.com. SOUND SOURCES Al Jolson. “I'll Say She Does.” www.pixabay.com/music. Lucille Hegamin and The Dixie Daisies. “Cold Winter Blues.” www.pixabay.com/music. Sophie Tucker. “Reuben Rag.” www.pixabay.com/music.

Do You Know The Mob?
Black Bart "Gentleman Outlaw"

Do You Know The Mob?

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2024 22:13


He goes by many nicknames as he became the most famous stagecoach robber during and after the California Gold Rush.

Lights Out Library: Sleep Documentaries
Ghost Towns in America | Sleepy Documentary Story

Lights Out Library: Sleep Documentaries

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2024 62:26


In this soft-spoken sleepy story, I tell you the stories of four ghost towns in America:- North Brother Island, New York, a small uninhabited island that once had a large hospital and kept the infamous Typhoid Mary in quarantine for over two decades.- Bodie, California, a well-preserved mining town that boomed in the 1870s thanks to the discovery of gold deposits. I tell you a little about the California Gold Rush, Express companies like Wells Fargo, and the decline of this once-thriving town.- Real de Catorce, Mexico, another mining town that can only be accessed via an underground tunnel and is a pilgrimage place for Huichol people and Christians.- Villa Epecuén, Argentina, a lakeside resort that was submerged and spent 2 decades under salty water, until the water withdrew and revealed an eerie landscape. Welcome to Lights Out LibraryJoin me for a sleepy adventure tonight. Sit back, relax, and fall asleep to documentary-style stories read in a calming voice. Learn something new while you enjoy a restful night of sleep. Listen on Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LightsOutLibraryov⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ¿Quieres escuchar en Español? Echa un vistazo a La Biblioteca de los Sueños!En Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1t522alsv5RxFsAf9AmYfg⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠En Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/la-biblioteca-de-los-sue%C3%B1os-documentarios-para-dormir/id1715193755⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠En Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LaBibliotecadelosSuenosov⁠⁠⁠

History Goes Bump Podcast
Ep. 544 - Haunted Old Sacramento

History Goes Bump Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 39:55


Old Sacramento is known as Sacramento's "Front Porch." The entire sector is protected as a National Landmark and for good reason. Much of California's early history is seated here. The town saw immense growth during the California Gold Rush and with that came death as well. Cholera epidemics swept through and fire and floods destroyed the place more than once. Old Sacramento had to be raised eighteen feet to prevent flooding, leaving behind underground tunnels. These tunnels are said to be filled with spirits and several of the historic buildings that still remain have unexplained activity. Join us as we explore the history and hauntings of Old Sacramento. The Moment in Oddity features the FLIP Research Vessel and This Month in History features the Cuyohoga River Fire. Our location was suggested by Brian Pertl. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: https://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2024/06/hgb-ep-544-haunted-old-sacramento.html Become an Executive Producer: http://patreon.com/historygoesbump Music used in this episode:  Main Theme: Lurking in the Dark by Muse Music with Groove Studios (Moment in Oddity) "Vanishing" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ (This Month in History) "In Your Arms" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Outro Music: Happy Fun Punk by Muse Music with Groove Studios Other music used in this episode: Music (CC BY 4.0): Lazy Cat Groove and Disco Summer 2024 by Sascha Ende

Raising Godly Boys Minute
#648: Strike it Rich

Raising Godly Boys Minute

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2024 0:59


During the California Gold Rush of 1849, thousands of prospectors panned for gold in mountain streams and riverbeds. But those prospectors who spent time, sweat, and effort digging into the earth were the ones most likely to strike it rich. Discovering a single vein of gold was worth way more than hundreds of gold flakes from the river.Help your son strike it rich in terms of godly character. Show him—through personal example—how to dig deep into Scripture. It's there that he'll discover the incredible treasures of service, commitment, and integrity. Remember: the more your son understands the value of honoring the Lord with his life, the more he'll want to store up treasures in heaven—where thieves will never break in and steal.For more encouragement and parenting advice, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.

Speak English Now Podcast: Learn English | Speak English without grammar.

Today, we're diving into an exciting part of history called the Gold Rush. Ever thought about hunting for treasure? Lots of people did back then! What was the Gold Rush? During the Gold Rush people traveled to places where they thought they could find gold. For example, in 1849, many went to California because they had heard they could find gold there. This event is called the California Gold Rush. Imagine: people from all over the world came to California, hoping to become rich. Why did people go there? People joined the Gold Rush for different reasons. The main one was to find gold and make money. They thought this would make their lives better and help their families. Some were looking for adventure and wanted to explore new places. What was life like during this time? Life during the Gold Rush was tough. Those seeking gold traveled a long way and lived in camps. They used simple tools like pans and shovels to search for gold in rivers and dirt. It was very exciting when someone found gold, but many didn't find much and were discouraged. Who were the people involved? Imagine leaving your home and traveling to a completely new place, not knowing what you would find. That's exactly what thousands did during this period. They were called "forty-niners" because so many arrived in 1849. Men, women, and families all took the risk, dreaming of striking it rich. Lots of these adventurers sailed on ships, while others walked or rode horses along dusty trails to reach California. The journey was not easy; there were dangers like bad weather and tough roads. But the hope of finding gold kept them going. When they arrived, finding gold was harder than most thought. They spent long days in cold rivers or under the hot sun, looking through mud and stones. Some lucky ones found big nuggets, while many others found only small flakes or nothing at all. What was the impact of the Gold Rush? It changed many places. For example, San Francisco grew quickly in the USA. People built new shops, houses, and roads. However, it also caused problems like damage to the land and unfair treatment of local people. The Gold Rush was a very important time. It shows us how the dream of finding wealth can make many people move and change places. Learning about this era helps us understand how history is full of big changes and adventures. So, that's a little about this fascinating period. It was a time of hope, hard work, and big changes. Get the transcript on my website: speakenglishpodcast.com/299-the-gold-rush-1849/

The Research Like a Pro Genealogy Podcast
RLP 305: Southwestern Research with Michelle Mikkelson part 3 - Land, Mining and Agricultural Records

The Research Like a Pro Genealogy Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2024 37:10


In this podcast episode, Diana and Nicole talk with guest Michelle Mickelson, AG, about the significance of the Homestead Act of 1862 in spurring westward expansion and its implications for genealogy. They explore how this act allowed people to claim and cultivate land in states like Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, and Utah, and discuss how genealogists can access these land records through the National Archives, Bureau of Land Management's General Land Office, and state archives. The documents typically include crucial details such as land location, descriptions, and proof of improvements, essential for tracing ancestry. The episode also covers the complexities of understanding land grant documents, the influence of Spanish and Mexican governance on land grants, and modern tools like GIS for mapping ancestral properties. Additionally, they discuss related topics such as mining and agricultural records, irrigation and water rights, and offer practical advice for accessing and interpreting these records to uncover more about one's ancestors. Links Southwestern Research Part 3 – Land and Property records, including Spanish Land Grants - https://familylocket.com/southwestern-united-states-research-key-records-and-repositories-part-3-land-and-property-records-including-spanish-land-grants/  Southwestern Research  Part 4 – Mining and Agriculture Records - https://familylocket.com/southwestern-united-states-research-key-records-and-repositories-part-4-mining-and-agriculture-records/ FamilySearch has collections of land claims, here are a few examples: Mining and land claims 1852-1931, and indexes 1850-1892, Calaveras County, California. - https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/1327670 Mining claims, vol. F, 1850-1900 for Yolo County, California - https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/366304  Mining claims wiki page includes a list of mineral-producing states and important dates in mining history - https://www.familysearch.org/en/wiki/Mining_Claims  Ancestry's Family History Learning Hub contains helpful details on the mining industry and links to record collections. The following links will get you started: California Gold Rush - https://www.ancestry.com/c/family-history-learning-hub/california-gold-rush  U.S., Mining Accidents, 1839-2006, index and database - https://www.ancestry.com/search/collections/62003/  Occupational and Job Histories - https://www.ancestry.com/c/family-history-learning-hub/occupations-and-job-histories  Professional & Organizational Directories, index and database - https://www.ancestry.com/search/categories/dir_society/  Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, Newspapers.com is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code “FamilyLocket” at checkout.  Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - https://www.airtable.com/universe/creator/usrsBSDhwHyLNnP4O/nicole-dyer Airtable Research Logs Quick Reference - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product/airtable-research-logs-for-genealogy-quick-reference/ Research Like a Pro: A Genealogist's Guide book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - https://amzn.to/2x0ku3d 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - https://familylocket.com/product/14-day-research-like-a-pro-challenge-workbook-digital-only/ and spiral bound - https://familylocket.com/product/14-day-research-like-a-pro-challenge-workbook-spiral-bound/ Research Like a Pro Webinar Series 2024 - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-webinar-series-2024/ Research Like a Pro eCourse - independent study course -  https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-e-course/ RLP Study Group - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-study-group/ Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources Research Like a Pro with DNA: A Genealogist's Guide to Finding and Confirming Ancestors with DNA Evidence book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx Research Like a Pro with DNA eCourse - independent study course -  https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ RLP with DNA Study Group - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on iTunes or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on Twitter, Facebook, or Pinterest. Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our newsletter to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: Top 20 Genealogy Podcasts - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/

Nihizhi, Our Voices: An Indigenous Solutions Podcast
Nisenan Homelands: CHIRP, #LandBack, and Cultural Phoenixing with Shelly Covert and Ember Amador

Nihizhi, Our Voices: An Indigenous Solutions Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 65:54


In this episode host Lyla June talks with  Shelly Covert, spokesperson for the Nisenan Indigenous Nation, native to Grass Valley & Nevada City areas of northern California. Co-founders of CHIRP (California Heritage: Indigenous Research Project) Shelly Covert and Ember Amador discuss their $2.4M GoFundMe campaign to recover sacred lands stolen during the California  Gold Rush. As of the publishing of this episode, they have already raised $2M. We discuss the tragedy of having to buy back stolen lands, but also celebrate that stolen wealth is being put towards the return of Indigenous lands. We request more support, and also celebrate that this small native nation, nearly extinguished by the California genocide and state-funded bounty hunting of indigenous peoples, is making a roaring comeback in the 21st-century.CHIRP's mission to preserve, protect and perpetuate Nisenan Culture is informed by the Nevada City Rancheria Nisenan Tribal Council, which assesses and identifies the needs and best practices of their Tribal citizens. This episode  focuses on their fight and journey to buyback the Nisenan homelands and how CHIRP is able to uplift their community and impact those around them to donate, volunteer and stay informed about the buyback.To learn more about CHIRP, visit chirpca.org or their social media: Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, or TwitterTo learn more about the Nisenan Tribe, visit nisenan.org

Nihizhi, Our Voices: An Indigenous Solutions Podcast
Nisenan Homelands: CHIRP, #LandBack, and Cultural Phoenixing with Shelly Covert and Ember Amador

Nihizhi, Our Voices: An Indigenous Solutions Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2024 65:54


In this episode host Lyla June talks with  Shelly Covert, spokesperson for the Nisenan Indigenous Nation, native to Grass Valley & Nevada City areas of northern California. Co-founders of CHIRP (California Heritage: Indigenous Research Project) Shelly Covert and Ember Amador discuss their $2.4M GoFundMe campaign to recover sacred lands stolen during the California  Gold Rush. As of the publishing of this episode, they have already raised $2M. We discuss the tragedy of having to buy back stolen lands, but also celebrate that stolen wealth is being put towards the return of Indigenous lands. We request more support, and also celebrate that this small native nation, nearly extinguished by the California genocide and state-funded bounty hunting of indigenous peoples, is making a roaring comeback in the 21st-century.CHIRP's mission to preserve, protect and perpetuate Nisenan Culture is informed by the Nevada City Rancheria Nisenan Tribal Council, which assesses and identifies the needs and best practices of their Tribal citizens. This episode  focuses on their fight and journey to buyback the Nisenan homelands and how CHIRP is able to uplift their community and impact those around them to donate, volunteer and stay informed about the buyback.To learn more about CHIRP, visit chirpca.org or their social media: Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, or TwitterTo learn more about the Nisenan Tribe, visit nisenan.org

History in Slow German
#134 The California Gold Rush

History in Slow German

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2024 4:38


california gold rush episode transcripts
Indie Wine podcast
IWP Ep40 The 2 Natoma Vineyards with Kevin Knauss - The American River, Bugbey and Gold

Indie Wine podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2024 118:17


IWP Ep40 The 2 Natoma Vineyards with Kevin Knauss - The American River, Bugbey and Gold.  Today we're discussing the 2 Natoma vineyards, they were close to each other in both time and distance, enough so that they have fooled wine historians much smarter than myself.  They fooled me too.  I have Kevin Knauss helping me today, he was the one to set me straight, he's spent years as a historian studying the American River and Sacramento area and has written about Bugbey and his Natoma vineyard, AP Catlin, Folsom Lake, the American River and more.  Our story today starts in the time and place of the California Gold Rush and concludes with it too.  Although neither vineyard is well known today, they both had their time in the sun.  They were run by real men of the age, with all that entails. We'll hear about the first raisins made in California, one of the largest vineyards in the state, huge infrastructure projects and the demise of both vineyards in the worst ways. We also get a return of Hilgard and the University Experiment Stations, finding what grapes will grow best in California. If you want to learn more about those, check out episodes 24 and 26 after. We'll talk about Benjamin Bugbey first, Kevin gives great descriptions about what people in general and winemakers or vineyardists were going through at the time, trying to find their way in this new land.  Kevin also provides much useful information on the ways farmers at the time would learn of new technologies and techniques and how the sharing of information happened. I imagine in this way Bugbey could serve as a stand in for many of the very early California vineyardists and winemakers. We then get to the other Natoma vineyard and we see the good and bad of when big business combines with vineyards.  You can follow Kevins writings at www.insuremekevin.com and instagram.com/insuremekevin Kevins books are available at:https://www.amazon.com/stores/Kevin-Knauss/author/B01J6787DY?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Follow the podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠at www.instagram.com/indiewinepodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or email indiewinepodcast@gmail.com with questions, comments or feedback. If you'd like to support the podcast further, please tell your wine friends about it and rate the podcast wherever you're listening or donate on Patreon at - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/IndieWinePodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to allow for more episodes and to help defray other costs. Thanks. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/indie-wine-podcast/id1673557547⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/06FsKGiM9mYhhCHEFDOwjb⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/indiewinepodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt-wood4/support

Not Your Average Bucket List
The Surprising Northern California Town That Makes An Excellent Weekend Getaway

Not Your Average Bucket List

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2024 24:01


Welcome back, everyone, to another episode of Not Your Average Bucket List by OnlyInYourState. Today, we're going to be talking about Northern California, specifically the historic town of Weaverville. The article we're focusing on this week is titled The Surprising Northern California Town That Makes An Excellent Weekend Getaway, and it highlights a historic gold rush town in Northern California. Let's dive in…Things we'll cover in this episode: What is the gold rush history behind Weaverville, California? What are some fun things to do in Weaverville, CA? What type of outdoor attractions does Weaverville, California have?Podcast Timestamps:[00:04:25] The History of California's Gold Rush[00:06:08] How did the Gold Rush influence Weaverville?[00:13:15] What Weaverville is like today.Ready to shop better hydration? Use our special link Stay Hydrated! to save 20% off anything you order.https://zen.ai/notyouraveragebucketlist3Get In Touch!If you have personal experiences with any of the attractions mentioned above, call or text 805-298-1420! We'd love to hear your thoughts on these places and maybe even share your clip on the show! You can also reach out to us via email at podcast@onlyinyourstate.com.

New Books in African American Studies
Jonathan W. White, "Shipwrecked: A True Civil War Story of Mutinies, Jailbreaks, Blockade-Running, and the Slave Trade" (Rowman & Littlefield, 2023)

New Books in African American Studies

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2024 39:49


In Shipwrecked: A True Civil War Story of Mutinies, Jailbreaks, Blockade-Running, and the Slave Trade (Rowman & Littlefield, 2023), historian Jonathan W. White tells the riveting story of Appleton Oaksmith, a swashbuckling sea captain whose life intersected with some of the most important moments, movements, and individuals of the mid-19th century, from the California Gold Rush, filibustering schemes in Nicaragua, Cuban liberation, and the Civil War and Reconstruction. Most importantly, the book depicts the extraordinary lengths the Lincoln Administration went to destroy the illegal trans-Atlantic slave trade.  Using Oaksmith's case as a lens, White takes readers into the murky underworld of New York City, where federal marshals plied the docks in lower Manhattan in search of evidence of slave trading. Once they suspected Oaksmith, federal authorities had him arrested and convicted, but in 1862 he escaped from jail and became a Confederate blockade-runner in Havana. The Lincoln Administration tried to have him kidnapped in violation of international law, but the attempt was foiled. Always claiming innocence, Oaksmith spent the next decade in exile until he received a presidential pardon from U.S. Grant, at which point he moved to North Carolina and became an anti-Klan politician. Through a remarkable, fast-paced story, this book will give readers a new perspective on slavery and shifting political alliances during the turbulent Civil War Era. Omari Averette-Phillips is a doctoral student in the Department of History at UC Davis. He can be reached at omariaverette@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/african-american-studies

New Books Network
Jonathan W. White, "Shipwrecked: A True Civil War Story of Mutinies, Jailbreaks, Blockade-Running, and the Slave Trade" (Rowman & Littlefield, 2023)

New Books Network

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2024 39:49


In Shipwrecked: A True Civil War Story of Mutinies, Jailbreaks, Blockade-Running, and the Slave Trade (Rowman & Littlefield, 2023), historian Jonathan W. White tells the riveting story of Appleton Oaksmith, a swashbuckling sea captain whose life intersected with some of the most important moments, movements, and individuals of the mid-19th century, from the California Gold Rush, filibustering schemes in Nicaragua, Cuban liberation, and the Civil War and Reconstruction. Most importantly, the book depicts the extraordinary lengths the Lincoln Administration went to destroy the illegal trans-Atlantic slave trade.  Using Oaksmith's case as a lens, White takes readers into the murky underworld of New York City, where federal marshals plied the docks in lower Manhattan in search of evidence of slave trading. Once they suspected Oaksmith, federal authorities had him arrested and convicted, but in 1862 he escaped from jail and became a Confederate blockade-runner in Havana. The Lincoln Administration tried to have him kidnapped in violation of international law, but the attempt was foiled. Always claiming innocence, Oaksmith spent the next decade in exile until he received a presidential pardon from U.S. Grant, at which point he moved to North Carolina and became an anti-Klan politician. Through a remarkable, fast-paced story, this book will give readers a new perspective on slavery and shifting political alliances during the turbulent Civil War Era. Omari Averette-Phillips is a doctoral student in the Department of History at UC Davis. He can be reached at omariaverette@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

New Books in History
Jonathan W. White, "Shipwrecked: A True Civil War Story of Mutinies, Jailbreaks, Blockade-Running, and the Slave Trade" (Rowman & Littlefield, 2023)

New Books in History

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2024 39:49


In Shipwrecked: A True Civil War Story of Mutinies, Jailbreaks, Blockade-Running, and the Slave Trade (Rowman & Littlefield, 2023), historian Jonathan W. White tells the riveting story of Appleton Oaksmith, a swashbuckling sea captain whose life intersected with some of the most important moments, movements, and individuals of the mid-19th century, from the California Gold Rush, filibustering schemes in Nicaragua, Cuban liberation, and the Civil War and Reconstruction. Most importantly, the book depicts the extraordinary lengths the Lincoln Administration went to destroy the illegal trans-Atlantic slave trade.  Using Oaksmith's case as a lens, White takes readers into the murky underworld of New York City, where federal marshals plied the docks in lower Manhattan in search of evidence of slave trading. Once they suspected Oaksmith, federal authorities had him arrested and convicted, but in 1862 he escaped from jail and became a Confederate blockade-runner in Havana. The Lincoln Administration tried to have him kidnapped in violation of international law, but the attempt was foiled. Always claiming innocence, Oaksmith spent the next decade in exile until he received a presidential pardon from U.S. Grant, at which point he moved to North Carolina and became an anti-Klan politician. Through a remarkable, fast-paced story, this book will give readers a new perspective on slavery and shifting political alliances during the turbulent Civil War Era. Omari Averette-Phillips is a doctoral student in the Department of History at UC Davis. He can be reached at omariaverette@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

New Books in Military History
Jonathan W. White, "Shipwrecked: A True Civil War Story of Mutinies, Jailbreaks, Blockade-Running, and the Slave Trade" (Rowman & Littlefield, 2023)

New Books in Military History

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2024 39:49


In Shipwrecked: A True Civil War Story of Mutinies, Jailbreaks, Blockade-Running, and the Slave Trade (Rowman & Littlefield, 2023), historian Jonathan W. White tells the riveting story of Appleton Oaksmith, a swashbuckling sea captain whose life intersected with some of the most important moments, movements, and individuals of the mid-19th century, from the California Gold Rush, filibustering schemes in Nicaragua, Cuban liberation, and the Civil War and Reconstruction. Most importantly, the book depicts the extraordinary lengths the Lincoln Administration went to destroy the illegal trans-Atlantic slave trade.  Using Oaksmith's case as a lens, White takes readers into the murky underworld of New York City, where federal marshals plied the docks in lower Manhattan in search of evidence of slave trading. Once they suspected Oaksmith, federal authorities had him arrested and convicted, but in 1862 he escaped from jail and became a Confederate blockade-runner in Havana. The Lincoln Administration tried to have him kidnapped in violation of international law, but the attempt was foiled. Always claiming innocence, Oaksmith spent the next decade in exile until he received a presidential pardon from U.S. Grant, at which point he moved to North Carolina and became an anti-Klan politician. Through a remarkable, fast-paced story, this book will give readers a new perspective on slavery and shifting political alliances during the turbulent Civil War Era. Omari Averette-Phillips is a doctoral student in the Department of History at UC Davis. He can be reached at omariaverette@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/military-history

HistoryPod
28th February 1849: First ‘49ers arrive in San Francisco to begin the California Gold Rush

HistoryPod

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2024


On February 28, 1849, SS California steamed into San Francisco carrying around 400 passengers seeking their fortune. The city's population, which had been around a thousand in 1848, skyrocketed to tens of thousands within a ...

Bookey App 30 mins Book Summaries Knowledge Notes and More
Exploring California's Gold Rush in The Age of Gold

Bookey App 30 mins Book Summaries Knowledge Notes and More

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2024 13:36


Chapter 1 What's The Age of Gold Book by H.W. Brands"The Age of Gold: The California Gold Rush and the New American Dream" is a book by H.W. Brands that examines the history of the California Gold Rush in the mid-19th century. Brands explores the impact of the gold rush on American society and culture, as well as the experiences of the miners who flocked to California in search of wealth. The book also looks at how the gold rush shaped the development of California and the United States as a whole.Chapter 2 Is The Age of Gold Book A Good BookYes, The Age of Gold: The California Gold Rush and the New American Dream by H.W. Brands is generally considered to be a well-researched and engaging book that provides a detailed account of the California Gold Rush and its impact on American society. It offers a comprehensive exploration of the social, economic, and political dynamics of the time, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in this period of American history.Chapter 3 The Age of Gold Book by H.W. Brands Summary"The Age of Gold" is a book written by H.W. Brands that chronicles the California Gold Rush of the mid-19th century. The book details the discovery of gold at Sutter's Mill in 1848 and the ensuing rush of prospectors and settlers to California in search of fortune.Brands explores the impact of the Gold Rush on the indigenous populations of California, the economy of the region, and the social and political changes that occurred as a result of the influx of people to the area. The book also delves into the experiences of individual prospectors and settlers, painting a vivid picture of the challenges they faced and the often brutal conditions they endured in their quest for gold.Overall, "The Age of Gold" provides a comprehensive and engaging look at one of the most significant events in American history, shedding light on the complexities and consequences of the California Gold Rush. Chapter 4 The Age of Gold Book AuthorH.W. Brands is a historian and author known for his works on American history. He released "The Age of Gold: The California Gold Rush and the New American Dream" in 2002. Apart from "The Age of Gold," Brands has written many other books, including "The First American: The Life and Times of Benjamin Franklin," "Traitor to His Class: The Privileged Life and Radical Presidency of Franklin Delano Roosevelt," and "The General vs. the President: MacArthur and Truman at the Brink of Nuclear War," among others.One of the most well-known and critically acclaimed books by H.W. Brands is "The First American: The Life and Times of Benjamin Franklin." This book has been praised for its in-depth research, engaging narrative, and insightful analysis of the life and achievements of one of America's founding fathers. It is also considered one of the best editions of Brands' works by many readers and critics.Chapter 5 The Age of Gold Book Meaning & ThemeThe Age of Gold Book Meaning"The Age of Gold" by H.W. Brands is a historical book that chronicles the California Gold Rush of the mid-19th century. The book explores the social, economic, and political impact of the Gold Rush on the United States and the individuals who participated in it. It also delves into the struggles and conflicts that arose as a result of the sudden influx of people seeking their fortune in the California goldfields.Overall, "The Age of Gold" offers a comprehensive look at one of the most significant events in American history and sheds light on the complexities of the Gold Rush and...

Glass Box Podcast
Ep 143 — Mormon Gold Rush | Approaching Zion pt. 1

Glass Box Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2024 140:38


It's time to take a look at the early Utah economy as created by Brigham Young, a ruthless capitalist in his own right. We take a brief look at the beginnings of the California Gold Rush and how much the Mormons were involved, as well as the battle for control between Bloody Brigham and Samuel Brannan. Which also leads us into Part 1 of our deep dive into Approaching Zion by Hugh Nibley. We discuss the first two essays and show the contortions Hugh Nibley has to make in order to present Bloody Brigham Young as a utopian. And to wash that image from your eyes, we will close out with some fantastic news about, of all things, the most recent Super Bowl and renewable energy. Enjoy!    Show Notes: https://utahstories.com/2016/07/the-legend-of-brighams-gold/ https://rsc.byu.edu/california-saints/apostles-amid-gold-seekers-1849 https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/features/goldrush-samuel-brannan/ https://www.historynet.com/latter-day-scoundrel-sam-brannan/ https://historytogo.utah.gov/mining/   Sword of Laman:    chrome-extension://oemmndcbldboiebfnladdacbdfmadadm/https://coast.noaa.gov/data/Documents/OceanLawSearch/Senate%20Hearings_Committee%20on%20Commerce%20Oct.%20&%20Nov.%201971.pdf     Happy News: https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/energy/2024/02/10/super-bowl-58-100-percent-solar-powered/72538610007/    Go get your Glass Box Candle!  https://exmocandles.com/creator-candles/ Look for the Destroying Angel.    Other Appearances:    Come see us on Aron Ra's YouTube channel! He's doing a series titled Reading Joseph's Myth BoM. This link is for the playlist:   https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXJ4dsU0oGMKfJKvEMeRn5ebpAggkoVHf  Check out his channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@AronRa   Email: glassboxpodcast@gmail.com  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GlassBoxPod  Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/glassboxpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/GlassBoxPod  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glassboxpodcast/  Merch store: https://www.redbubble.com/people/exmoapparel/shop Or find the merch store by clicking on “Store” here: https://glassboxpodcast.com/index.html One time Paypal donation: bryceblankenagel@gmail.com   

Overshadowed Podcast
45. The Klondike Gold Rush (California Gold Rush)

Overshadowed Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2024 139:15


We're back with our coldest episode yet, covering North America's most overshadowed gold rush - the Yukon/Klondike - that spanned 1896-1899 and yielded MORE GOLD than the California gold rush, which lasted twice as long. Featuring: outdoorsy gambling addicts, deadbeat dads, lady-yeast, the boom town of Dawson, a scamming willy wonka type, and what we think is too many dead horses.   The Klondike Stampede saw 100,000 inexperienced hopefuls journeying West in search of cold gold, but only 30,000 made it to the gold fields, and only a few dozen actually made it out with a meaningful haul.  (Song for reference) "Everybody works but father" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uT9HcyI2pOo Check out other places to listen here: https://linktr.ee/overshadowed_podcast Suggestions for a sibling or spouse we should cover? Write in to overshadowedpod@gmail.com. 
 Check out the Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/overshadowedpodcast Recorded January 2024 Produced by Zach Russell Intro/Outro music by Mokka!

Drama of the Week
McLevy in the New World (Series 2) - 'Fate Takes A Hand'

Drama of the Week

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2024 44:18


1/2. Fate Takes A Hand. By David Ashton. Starring Brian Cox. San Francisco, 1849. At the height of the California Gold Rush, McLevy sets himself up as a private investigator hoping for a rich client. But his first case turns out to be less than lucrative – a poor black cook accused of murdering his wealthy white employer.MCLEVY ..... Brian Cox JEAN ..... Siobhán Redmond GEORGE TAYLOR ..... Bryan Dick ISAAC ..... Ben Onwukwe SARAH ..... Ayesha Antoine HENRIETTA ..... Nicole Ansari PIERCE ..... Sandy Grierson MALACHI FALLON ..... Forbes Masson SAM BARTON ..... Gerard McDermott Other parts played by the cast. Producer/Director: Bruce Young

Bedtime History: Inspirational Stories for Kids and Families
California Gold Rush (Re-release)

Bedtime History: Inspirational Stories for Kids and Families

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2024 10:12 Very Popular


To commemorate the discovery of gold in California on January 24, 1848, we're re-releasing one of our most popular episodes about the event that triggered a significant migration to the West Coast of the United States.Check out one of our most popular videos on the California Gold Rush! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vGvrLfkdD1w

The Retrospectors
I've Struck Gold!

The Retrospectors

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2024 12:48


The California Gold Rush was ignited by James Marshall's discovery of gold at Sutter's Mill on January 24th, 1848. The news led to a lawless and chaotic surge of wannabe prospectors heading to the State, enduring perilous journeys to do so. Over 300,000 people arrived in just seven years, transforming a region previously inhabited by just 8,000 white settlers. But not everybody struck it rich, and, despite owning the land the gold was found on, the discovery dashed John Sutter's dreams of establishing a water mill bearing his name. In this episode, Arion, Rebecca and Olly explore how ‘the 49ers' laid the template for California rushes yet to come, in the form of Hollywood and Silicon Valley; reveal how Levi Strauss used the gold rush to grow his burgeoning fashion business; and ask how, exactly, normal people knew how to verify the gold they'd found in a river, in the days before YouTube…   Further Reading: • ‘Gold Rush: California, Date & Sutter's Mill' (HISTORY, 2010): https://www.history.com/topics/19th-century/gold-rush-of-1849 • ‘The Rush - America's Fevered Quest for Fortune, 1848-1853, By Edward Dolnick' (Little, Brown, 2014):  https://www.google.co.uk/books/edition/The_Rush/xCEaBAAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&dq=America%E2%80%99s+Fevered+Quest+for+Fortune,+1848-1853&printsec=frontcover • ‘Gold Fever: How The Rush Began' (Discovery, 2014): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sKHIYs1KA9o Love the show? Join 

Reading With Your Kids Podcast
Tumbleweed, The Empathtic Cowboy Flamingo

Reading With Your Kids Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2023 26:13


Ricky Adams is on the #ReadingWithYourKids #Podcast to celebrate his debut children's book, Tumbleweed the Cowboy Flamingo. The book tells the story of Tumbleweed who travels from the East Coast to the West during the California Gold Rush of 1849. Adams wrote the book originally as a Christmas gift for his son, who he describes as highly sensitive. He discusses how highly sensitive children can deeply empathize with characters and be affected by conflicts in stories. Adams wanted to provide content for children like his son that didn't include violence or intense conflicts. The conversation explores the benefits of reading together as a family and how choosing the right books can provide an empowering experience before bedtime. Adams shares his journey from getting the idea to publish the book for others and hopes Tumbleweed may become a series of adventures. Click here to visit our website - www.readingwithyourkids.com 

Asian American History 101
The History of The Chinese During the California Gold Rush

Asian American History 101

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2023 32:32


Welcome to Season 3, Episode 46. Do you think you know the story of the Chinese during the California Gold Rush? Even if you think you do, we guarantee that there are some stories and pieces of the history that are lesser known. So today we talk about that era in a little more depth. Other than sharing the origin of the California Gold Rush, we talk about the timeline of Gold Rush events, the arrival of the Chinese, their mining practices, the discrimination they faced, and how they achieved some modicum of success. The arrival of Chinese during the Gold Rush helped develop the land and physical and service infrastructure in California. We begin the episode with some current events and celebrate Corbin Carroll, Brandon Sakbun, and Nina Ahmad. For previous episodes and information, please visit our site at https://asianamericanhistory101.libsyn.com or social media links at http://castpie.com/AAHistory101. If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, email us at info@aahistory101.com. Segments 00:25 Current Events… Corbin Carroll, Brandon Sakbun, and Nina Ahmad! 06:14 The History of Chinese During the California Gold Rush

1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast
THE LEGEND OF BLACK BART- THE POET BANDIT OF CALIFORNIA GOLD RUSH DAYS

1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2023 54:07


Between the years of 1875 and 1883, stagecoaches working along the routes that connected the mining towns in California's gold rush country on the western slopes of the Sierra Nevada mountains were used to holdups. A lot of robbers were shot or later caught and sent to prison-but there was one bandit the Wells Fargo agents couldn't catch- and that was Black Bart. Over a period of 8 years he successfully held up 28 stages. At two of these holdups he left a poem in the empty strongbox and signed it Black Bart- PO8. His MO was to appear alone from behind the bushes or a large rock with a shotgun at a point in the trail when the stage had to slow down, and demand that the strongbox be thrown down to him. He wore a flour sack over his head so no one could identify him, and he always escaped on foot in rough country. Curiously, although there were many stage companies working the area, he only held up Wells Fargo stages- as if he had some kind of a grudge to settle- and as it turns out he did. Try the new "Tales of Escape & Suspense"- links below! ANDROID USERS- 1001 Tales of Escape & Suspense at Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2HQYk53AJHTOgBTLBzyP3w 1001 Stories From The Old West at Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0c2fc0cGwJBcPfyC8NWNTw 1001 Radio Crime Solvers at Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/0UAUS12lnS2063PWK9CZ37 1001's Best of Jack London at Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2HzkpdKeWJgUU9rbx3NqgF 1001 Radio Days at Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5jyc4nVoe00xoOxrhyAa8H 1001 Classic Short Stories & Tales at Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6rzDb5uFdOhfw5X6P5lkWn 1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries at Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6rO7HELtRcGfV48UeP8aFQ 1001 Sherlock Holmes Stories & The Best of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle at Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4dIgYvBwZVTN5ewF0JPaTK 1001 Ghost Stories & Tales of the Macabre on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5P4hV28LgpG89dRNMfSDKJ 1001 Stories for the Road on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6FhlsxYFTGNPiSMYxM9O9K 1001 Greatest Love Stories on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5sUUFDVTatnGt7FiNQvSHe 1001 History's Best Storytellers: (INTERVIEWS) on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3QyZ1u4f9OLb9O32KX6Ghr APPLE USERS New! 1001 Tales of Escape and Suspense at Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-tales-of-escape-and-suspense/id1689248043 Catch 1001 Stories From The Old West- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-stories-from-the-old-west/id1613213865 Catch 1001's Best of Jack London- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-best-of-jack-london/id1656939169 Catch 1001 Radio Crime Solvers- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-radio-crime-solvers/id1657397371 Catch 1001 Heroes on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-heroes-legends-histories-mysteries-podcast/id956154836?mt=2  Catch 1001 Classic Short Stories at Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-classic-short-stories-tales/id1078098622 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Snow's History Hit
California Gold Rush

Dan Snow's History Hit

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2023 39:26


From the rings on our fingers to coins in our pockets and, for a select few, the medals hanging around our necks. Gold is one of the most coveted metals in the world.Gold still has the power to change lives, but in the mid-19th century, it also sparked the largest migration in the history of the United States.Don is joined by Professor Mark Eifler, author of 'The California Gold Rush: The Stampede that Changed the Nation', to find out how gold was discovered in California and who benefitted from it.Produced by Sophie Gee. Edited by Siobhan Dale. The senior Producer was Charlotte Long.Discover the past on History Hit with ad-free original podcasts and documentaries released weekly presented by world-renowned historians like Dan Snow, Suzannah Lipscomb, Lucy Worsley, Matt Lewis, Tristan Hughes and more.Get 50% off your first 3 months with code DANSNOW. Download the app or sign up here.If you want to get in touch with the podcast, you can email us at ds.hh@historyhit.com, we'd love to hear from you!You can take part in our listener survey here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuff You Missed in History Class
SYMHC Classics: Levi Strauss

Stuff You Missed in History Class

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2023 43:34


This 2018 episode covers Levi Strauss, whose life story touches on a lot of important moments in U.S. history. His business was tied to the California Gold Rush, the U.S. Civil War and American clothing culture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

American History Tellers
California Gold Rush | Gold Mountains | 5

American History Tellers

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2023 37:30


News of the 1848 discovery of gold in California spread quickly, and thousands of Chinese migrants flocked to California to seek a better life in the place they called "Gold Mountain." But the reality awaiting them was a far cry from streets paved with gold. Despite facing racism and incredible hardship, many ultimately found opportunities to prosper in the Golden State. On today's show, author and historian Lisa See joins host Lindsay Graham to discuss the Chinese experience of the gold rush, and her own family's journey to California, which she chronicled in her book On Gold Mountain.Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. https://wondery.app.link/historytellersSupport us by supporting our sponsors!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

American History Tellers
California Gold Rush | Digging Deeper | 4

American History Tellers

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2023 34:51


In the early 1850s, as people continued to flood West, California's booming cities experienced rapid growth, but also turmoil. Fires regularly swept through hastily erected towns, and battles broke out between lawless miners and new, civic-minded residents who wanted to clean up the burgeoning cities. Meanwhile, women arriving in male-dominated gold country found rare opportunities to thrive in business. And as gold became harder to find, individual prospectors were increasingly squeezed out by those who could employ more expensive – destructive – industrial mining techniques. Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. https://wondery.app.link/historytellersSupport us by supporting our sponsors!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

American History Tellers
California Gold Rush | Battlelines | 3

American History Tellers

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2023 40:16


For white settlers, the Gold Rush offered a chance for fortune, but for California's Native inhabitants, the sudden hunger for gold spelled disaster. As the numbers of miners grew, they forced Native people off their ancestral lands, often starving or slaughtering them in the process. As California became a state, informal policies that discriminated against indigenous Californians became law. Soon, the state would deploy militias to violently put down Indian resistance.Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. https://wondery.app.link/historytellersSupport us by supporting our sponsors!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

American History Tellers
California Gold Rush | The Forty Niners | 2

American History Tellers

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2023 37:46


In early 1849, thousands of gold-hungry Americans began pouring into California from the eastern United States. But most of the so-called 49ers were wildly unprepared for the perilous journey west. Once they reached California, they found unexpected obstacles and fierce competition in the gold mines. For many, their dreamed-of riches rarely materialized. And even for those who did hit paydirt, their newfound wealth came with unforeseen challenges.Listen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. https://wondery.app.link/historytellersSupport us by supporting our sponsors!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.