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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Jul 23, 2025 • 17min
1144: The Twilight Zone Helicopter Crash
July 23, 1982. Three people are killed when a helicopter crashes on the set of Twilight Zone: The Movie. This episode originally aired in 2024.
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Jul 22, 2025 • 16min
1143: The Preparedness Day Bombing
July 22, 1916. A bomb explodes during a “Preparedness Day” parade in San Francisco, killing 10 people and wounding another 40.
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Jul 21, 2025 • 17min
1142: Neil Armstrong Walks On the Moon
July 21, 1969. American astronaut Neil Armstrong becomes the first person to walk on the moon. This episode originally aired in 2022.
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Jul 19, 2025 • 22min
1141: Saturday Matinee: What Went Wrong
On today’s Saturday Matinee, we dig into the evolution of zombies in media- from their birth in the Caribbean amidst the horrors of the Atlantic slave trade to their high-speed, globalized, modern incarnations.
Link to What Went Wrong: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-went-wrong/id1512847066
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Jul 18, 2025 • 17min
1140: The Great Fire of Rome
July 18, 64 AD. When the Great Fire of Rome reduces two-thirds of the city to ashes, Emperor Nero uses the catastrophe as an excuse to persecute a new religious group, the Christians. This episode originally aired in 2022.
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Jul 17, 2025 • 18min
1139: The Russian Royal Family is Executed
On July 17, 1918, the last Tsar and his family faced a tragic fate at the hands of Bolshevik revolutionaries. The moral turmoil of their executors highlights the chaos of the Russian Civil War. Before their grim end, the Romanovs enjoyed opulence, evident during the extravagant tercentenary ball. Political unrest and Tsar Nicholas II's abdication marked the beginning of the end for more than three centuries of Romanov rule. The final days were filled with despair and betrayal, culminating in a horrific execution that reshaped Russia's future.
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Jul 16, 2025 • 16min
1138: The Trinity Nuclear Test
On July 16, 1945, a monumental atomic bomb test unfolds in New Mexico, showcasing both human ingenuity and its terrifying consequences. It follows the journey of a young scientist drawn into the Manhattan Project, battling personal and global tensions. The narrative dives into the grim realities of forced adoptions that echo through history, and the harrowing bombing of Hiroshima, revealing moral dilemmas faced by its architects. This complex tapestry illustrates how one test reshaped the world forever, highlighting the delicate balance between progress and destruction.
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Jul 15, 2025 • 16min
1137: Nintendo’s First Multi-Game Console
Dive into Nintendo's groundbreaking journey with the Famicom, which revolutionized home gaming as a multi-game console. Discover the struggles of lead designer Masayuki Uemura battling technical issues and a critical motherboard flaw before launch. Explore how word-of-mouth and Mario Bros. played pivotal roles in overcoming initial sales challenges. Finally, reflect on the lasting legacy of the NES and its cultural impact, alongside personal stories highlighting the era’s societal pressures.
Jul 14, 2025 • 14min
1136: The Lincoln Hospital Takeover
In July 1970, Puerto Rican activists stormed Lincoln Hospital demanding better healthcare. They began their journey by hijacking a mobile x-ray truck to combat a tuberculosis crisis. The Young Lords Party's bold actions highlighted deep health disparities experienced by their community. As tensions rose with the NYPD during negotiations, personal stories intertwined with the activists’ mission. Ultimately, their efforts led to a commitment for a new, modern healthcare facility, marking a significant victory for community-driven activism.
Jul 12, 2025 • 40min
1135: Saturday Matinee: American History Tellers
On today’s Saturday Matinee, we examine the Scopes Monkey Trial- the 1925 legal case that put a spotlight on the controversy of teaching evolution in US public schools.
Link to American History Tellers: https://wondery.com/shows/american-history-tellers/
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