Episodes
The End of the American Revolution
October 19, 1781. After a French naval victory over the British, George Washington and the Continental Army win the American Revolution with the siege of Yorktown.
The United States Takes Control of Alaska
October 18, 1867. The United States formally takes possession of Alaska after purchasing the territory from Russia.
Einstein’s Escape from Nazi Germany
October 17, 1933. Albert Einstein arrives in the United States after fleeing antisemitic persecution in Nazi Germany.
Saturday Matinee: Bad Women
On today’s Saturday Matinee, season two of Bad Women from Pushkin covers the women who fell victim to another murderous “Ripper” you’ve likely not heard about. Link to the Bad Women: The Blackout Ripper - https://www.pushkin.fm/podcasts/bad-women-the-ripper-retold See Privacy Policy at https://…
The Battle of Old Byland
October 14, 1322. During the first war of Scottish independence, the Scots win a decisive victory over the English at the Battle of Old Byland.
The Chilean Mining Accident
October 13, 2010. After a record 69 days underground, 33 trapped miners are saved by a rescue team in Copiapó, Chile, concluding the worst mining accident in Chilean history.
Inejiro Asanuma is Assassinated
October 12, 1960. Inejiro Asanuma, leader of the Japan Socialist Party, is assassinated by a far-right extremist while speaking in a televised political debate in Tokyo.
The AIDS Memorial Quilt
October 11, 1987. During a national march on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights, demonstrators unveil the AIDS Memorial Quilt, drawing national attention to the epidemic’s growing death toll. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/p…
Canada's October Crisis
October 10, 1970. In their fight for Quebec’s independence from Canada, members of a radical separatist group spark national panic when they kidnap a government official in Montreal.
Saturday Matinee: History of Everything
On today’s Saturday Matinee, the salacious but true story of Operation Salon Kitty and the Nazi sex spies, from the podcast History of Everything. Link to the History of Everything Podcast: https://historyofeverythingpodcast.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pr…
Edith Cavell is Tried for Treason
October 7, 1915. During World War One, British nurse Edith Cavell is put on trial for treason for helping hundreds of wounded Allied soldiers escape German territory. This episode is sponsored by: https://www.policygenius.com/
Opening Night at the Moulin Rouge
October 6, 1889. The now world-famous Parisian cabaret, the Moulin Rouge, opens its doors for the first time. This episode is sponsored by: https://www.policygenius.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The First James Bond Film Premieres
October 5, 1962. Dr No, the first film in the James Bond series, premieres in London after a long and troubled journey to the screen. This episode is sponsored by: https://www.policygenius.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pr…
Sputnik 1 Becomes the First Satellite in Space
October 4, 1957. The Soviet Union launches the first satellite, Sputnik 1, into orbit, sparking the Space Race with the United States. This episode is sponsored by: https://www.policygenius.com/
Operation Hurricane
October 3, 1952. Britain successfully conducts its first atomic weapons test at the Montebello Islands in Western Australia. This episode is sponsored by: https://www.policygenius.com/
Saturday Matinee: The Constant
On today’s Saturday Matinee, we make mistakes with The Constant: a History of Getting Things Wrong Link to The Constant: https://www.constantpodcast.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Suleiman the Magnificent
September 30, 1520. Suleiman the Magnificent becomes Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, and sets his sights on conquering Europe.
The Battle of New Market Heights
September 29, 1864. During the American Civil War, the Battle of New Market Heights sees 14 African American soldiers awarded the Medal of Honor for their gallantry under fire.
William the Conqueror Arrives in Britain
September 28, 1066. William, Duke of Normandy, lands with his fleet on the English coast, marking the start of the Norman Invasion of Britain.
The End of the Mexican War of Independence
September 27th 1821. After a long and bitter war, Mexican revolutionary Agustin de Iturbide leads his army into Mexico City, setting the stage for Mexican Independence.
Daniel Shays Shuts Down the Courts
September 26, 1786. American farmer Daniel Shays leads a militia of debt-ridden citizens to protest high taxes and shut down Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court in what will come to be known as Shays’ Rebellion.
Saturday Matinee: Addressing Gettysburg Podcast
On today’s Saturday Matinee, the turning point of the American Civil War gets its own podcast with Addressing Gettysburg. Link to Addressing Gettysburg: https://www.addressinggettysburg.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priva…
The Little Rock Nine Take on School Segregation
September 23, 1957. Three years after the United States Supreme Court abolishes segregation in public schools, nine African American students attempt to attend Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Abraham Lincoln’s Duel
September 22, 1842. A young Abraham Lincoln meets a political rival on Bloody Island to face off in a life-or-death duel.