This Day in History Class
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From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.
Episodes
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Jun 4, 2024 • 11min
The first shopping carts are introduced - June 4th, 1937
On this day in 1937, Sylvan Goldman introduced the world’s first shopping cart at his Humpty Dumpty supermarket chain in Oklahoma City.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 3, 2024 • 11min
"Casey at the Bat" is published - June 3rd, 1888
Exploring the rise of 'Casey at the Bat' in sports poetry, its background, sudden success, and analysis of its deeper meanings. The podcast also includes discussions on a brighter future, authentic stories from celebrities, and advertisements for State Farm and eBay Motors.
May 31, 2024 • 10min
London's Big Ben rings out for the first time - May 31st, 1859
On this day in 1859, the world famous Big Ben clock bell rang out over London for the first time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 30, 2024 • 10min
Christopher Marlowe is killed in a tavern brawl - May 30th, 1593
On this day in 1593, English playwright Christoper Marlowe was stabbed to death in a London tavern.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 29, 2024 • 9min
The premiere of Stravinsky's "The Rite of Spring" sparks a near riot in Paris - May 29th, 1913
On this day in 1913, Igor Stravinsky’s ballet “The Rite of Spring” made its inauspicious debut at the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées in Paris. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 28, 2024 • 9min
16 women are fired for dancing the Turkey Trot - May 28th, 1912
On this day in 1912, 16 women were dismissed from the Curtis Publishing Company for dancing the Turkey Trot on their lunch break. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 27, 2024 • 11min
Lonnie Johnson patents the Super Soaker - May 27th, 1986
On this day in 1986, American inventor Lonnie Johnson received a patent for the iconic Super Soaker water gun.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 24, 2024 • 20min
Flashback episode - May 24th
Please enjoy these May 24th flashbacks from the TDIHC vault, and we will see you soon for a brand new episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 23, 2024 • 9min
Sergeant William Carney is awarded the Medal of Honor - May 23rd, 1900
On this day in 1900, William H. Carney was awarded the Medal of Honor for bravely defending the American flag during the Civil War. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 22, 2024 • 8min
Abraham Ortelius publishes the first world atlas - May 22nd, 1570
On this day in 1570, Flemish cartographer Abraham Ortelius published the world’s first modern atlas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
