History Daily
History Daily
On History Daily, we do history, daily. Every weekday, host Lindsay Graham (American Scandal, American History Tellers) takes you back in time to explore a momentous event that happened ‘on this day’ in history. Whether it’s to remember the tragedy of December 7th, 1941, the day “that will live in infamy,” or to celebrate that 20th day in July, 1969, when mankind reached the moon, History Daily is there to tell you the true stories of the people and events that shaped our world—one day at a time. So if you’re stuck in traffic, bored at work—wherever you are, listen to History Daily to remind yourself that something incredible happened to make that day historic.
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Aug 4, 2025 • 18min
1154: The Capture of Anne Frank
Explore the harrowing journey of Anne Frank and her family as they hide from the Gestapo in WWII Amsterdam. Discover the emotional transition into seclusion, highlighted by Anne's poignant diary entries, revealing her fears and dreams. Learn about the devastating aftermath of their discovery and Otto Frank's deep devotion to preserving his daughter’s legacy. Reflect on the lasting impact of Anne's story on culture and history, and enjoy a light-hearted trivia segment to lift the mood amidst the somber narrative.
Aug 2, 2025 • 43min
1153: Saturday Matinee: The Bowery Boys
On today’s Saturday Matinee, we take a short boat ride off the coast of New York City to explore the mysterious history of the forbidden North Brother Island.
Link to The Bowery Boys: https://the-bowery-boys-new-york-city-history.simplecast.com/
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Aug 1, 2025 • 15min
1152: The Launch of MTV
August 1, 1981. MTV begins broadcasting in the United States and airs its first video, "Video Killed the Radio Star" by The Buggles.
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Jul 31, 2025 • 16min
1151: The Disappearance of Labor Leader Jimmy Hoffa
The podcast dives into the dramatic rise of labor leader Jimmy Hoffa, highlighting his pivotal role in the Teamsters and his controversial ties to organized crime. It examines his 1975 disappearance and the emotional struggle faced by his family during the search. The narrative showcases the complexities of Hoffa’s legacy, where his fight for workers' rights intertwines with a shadowy underworld. With insights into internal union corruption and law enforcement challenges, the mystery surrounding Hoffa's fate remains tantalizingly unsolved.
Jul 30, 2025 • 16min
1150: England Wins the World Cup
July 30, 1966. England defeats West Germany to lift the World Cup in the country where soccer originated. This episode originally aired in 2024.
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Jul 29, 2025 • 17min
1149: The Publication of The Lord of the Rings
July 29, 1954. After years of struggle for its author, the first installment of JRR Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings is published in Britain. This episode originally aired in 2022.
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Jul 28, 2025 • 16min
1148: Henry VIII’s Fifth Wedding
July 28, 1540. King Henry VIII of England marries his fifth wife, Catherine Howard, 32 years his junior.
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Jul 26, 2025 • 24min
1147: Saturday Matinee: Math! Science! History!
On today’s Saturday Matinee, we shine the light on two remarkable transgender figures in STEM who were trailblazers in their fields; pioneering eighteenth century surgeon Dr. James Barry, and renowned nuclear physicist Angela Clayton.
Link to Math! Science! History!: https://mathsciencehistory.com/podcast/
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Jul 25, 2025 • 16min
1146: Bob Dylan Goes Electric
July 25, 1965. at the Newport Folk Festival, American singer and songwriter Bob Dylan eschews his acoustic guitar to go electric in a controversial performance considered one of the most pivotal moments in the history of rock and roll. This episode originally aired in 2023.
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Jul 24, 2025 • 15min
1145: The Siege of Damascus
July 24, 1148. Crusaders lay siege to Damascus, attempting to regain control of the Holy Land, a fiasco that brings the second Crusade to an end.
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