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Black History Buff: Uncovering Untold Stories

King Kurus, Griot of Black History & African History

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The Black History Buff Podcast hosted by King Kurus is your gateway to the untold stories of Black history. From African Samurai and pistol-wielding poets to revolutionaries like Fred Hampton and Angela Davis, each episode dives into the rich and thrilling history of the African Diaspora. More than just a podcast, this show is a bridge connecting Black communities to the past, offering powerful stories that enlighten, empower, and inspire
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Discussions With a History Buff

Viking Strongman

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Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/viking-strongman/subscribe I will discuss topics ranging from history to conspiracy theories to true crime, just whatever topic my autistic brain is focusing on at the moment. You can email episode suggestions or feedback to [email protected] you can also support the podcast through venmo @vikingstrongman also check out the website. https://linktr.ee/vikingstrongman thank you all for the support.
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Ask the History Buff

christianrootscanada

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Ask the History Buff is a podcast produced by Lynette Bloedow, Owner of ChristianRoots Canada. I am a transplanted Canadian from the West Indies into Canada by choice. I have become curious about Canadian history from a Christian perspective. I research biographies and tell stories with passion and compassion about the Christian INFLUENCERS I discover. Many of them have left substantial legacies in Canada. I change BORING Hi(story) into EXCITING STORIES. I research the EVENTS in which these ...
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The Buffalo History Museum Podcast

The Buffalo History Museum

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The Buffalo History Museum Podcast is the premier source for Western New York history. Each episode, we tell a story of the people and events that have shaped our region. New episodes are released monthly. Help us grow by subscribing, rating, and reviewing us.
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History Buffoons Podcast

Bradley and Kate

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Two buffoons who want to learn about history! Our names are Bradley and Kate. We both love to learn about history but also don't want to take it too seriously. Join us as we dive in to random stories, people, events and so much more throughout history. Each episode we will talk about a new topic with a light hearted approach to learn and have some fun. Find us at: historybuffoonspodcast.com Reach out to us at: [email protected]
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Buffalo Tales: Stories from Wyoming History

Jeremy Yates, John Woodward

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Wyoming, renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and abundant resources, unfolds a captivating narrative through its distinctive history. Delve into the state's intriguing past with hosts Jeremy Yates and John Woodward, as they unravel the stories of remarkable individuals, iconic places, and pivotal events that have shaped Wyoming. Join us on a journey through time and discover why Wyoming is like nowhere else on Earth.
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Learn how an insurance company come year 1957 went about investing in more than just natural resources. Discover which insurance company sought to invest money into having a ship who could navigate safely through the nearly completed Saint Lawrence Seaway. Determine if this ship which was officially completed in 1958 became the first laker built to…
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Hey family! Welcome to Black History Buff: Definitions—a new mini-series where we break down keywords, terms, and phrases from Black and African history in quick, bite-sized episodes. In this first episode, we’re looking at Pan-Africanism—the idea that African people, no matter where they are in the world, share a common history and future. This co…
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The shocking story of how simply washing hands could have saved countless women's lives—and why doctors refused to do it. Meet Ignaz Semmelweis, a Hungarian physician working in Vienna in the 1840s who made a disturbing observation: women were dying at alarming rates after childbirth in doctor-run maternity wards, while those assisted by midwives u…
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When a fashion trend becomes a target for violence, what does that reveal about a society? In wartime Los Angeles 1943, young Mexican-Americans who wore zoot suits—characterized by their distinctive wide-legged, tapered pants and long coats—found themselves hunted through the streets by uniformed servicemen, beaten, stripped naked, and left humilia…
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Figure out how many lighthouses Lake Superior has total including Michigan’s Upper Peninsula’s rise to economic stardom following admittance into Union after 1837. Learn everything there is possible about the Apostle Islands including a European Historian who was responsible for giving them their official title. Discover if there are any lighthouse…
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In the 1860s, Buffalo Bishop John Timon commissioned a 43-bell carillon for the city's St. Joseph's Cathedral. The bells, however, would run into a series of problems which prevented them from being heard for more than a half century--and then for nearly another century after that. This is the story of the bells, their unlucky journey, and their ev…
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Get introduced to Michigan’s oldest city dating back to 1668 including the roles played by both Saint Mary’s River & Rapids. Discover how the Soo Locks came into play including their presence in both Canada and United States. Learn just how significant of a role French Missionaries Claude Dablon & Jacques Marquette played in establishing Michigan’s…
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Annie Oakley, the legendary sharpshooter, defied all odds to become one of the most recognized figures in American history. This episode reveals how the young girl from Ohio, burdened by personal tragedy, transformed her life through skill, tenacity, and a refusal to be confined by societal norms. Discover her rise to fame in Buffalo Bill's Wild We…
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Discover exactly how many historic lighthouse structures including range lights are still used today in Lake Michigan within Wisconsin’s Door County. Uncover exact number of both confirmed and unconfirmed shipwrecks listed for Door County, Wisconsin. Receive an in-depth report about 285 Foot Long Wooden Ship SS Australasia including her unfortunate…
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Dive into the whimsical world of the 'Whiskey War,' where Canada and Denmark engaged in an unusual territorial dispute over a tiny patch of rock known as Hans Island. This episode reveals how a small island, approximately 1.3 square kilometers, sparked decades of friendly rivalry characterized by creative flag plantings and playful exchanges of whi…
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Determine what exactly makes Lake Michigan so different from Lakes Ontario, Erie, Huron, & Superior. Discover where Michigan derived from per the Ojibwe People. Understand why Jean Nicolet was an important figure during 1630’s including the various Indian Tribes that Western European Explorers came upon. Learn if shipping increased heavily along La…
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What happens when a Carbliss tequila cocktail tastes more like cleaning products? Kate has the answer, and it involves a trusty backup plan involving a classic Modelo. Meanwhile, Bradley finds summer in a can with his newfound love for a Sierra Nevada tropical IPA. Our lighthearted beverage banter takes some unexpected turns, touching everything fr…
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Discover how more than one weather pattern system impacted the Great Lakes Region per U.S. Upper Midwest & Southwest Ontario Canada between late October into early November 1913. Find out what hurdles faced the U.S. Weather Bureau involving storm forecasting in 1913. Get an in depth analysis behind when the storm first struck Lake Huron including f…
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Discover how Lake Huron’s name came about. Figure out what narrow body of water drains Lake Superior starting at the end of Whitefish Bay into Lake Huron. Learn what towns, cities, & villages call Lake Huron home per Michigan & Ontario, Canada. Go behind the scenes and determine if Michigan got admitted into the Union around same time Fort Gratiot …
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📖 Black women who used the pen as a weapon—why don’t we know their names? In this powerful episode of The Black History Buff Podcast, King Kurus takes us on a journey through the lives of Phillis Wheatley, Maria W. Stewart, and Frances Ellen Watkins Harper—three trailblazing Black women who defied the odds and demanded their voices be heard. 🔥 Phil…
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Ever botched a brewery's name right in front of the brewer? We did, and it set the stage for a hilarious and heartwarming adventure at Cool City Brewing Company in Two Rivers, Wisconsin. Join us as we meet Ryan, the brewer, and his family, savoring their unexpected Berry Habanero Sour that challenges our palates in the best way possible. And seriou…
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Discover the number of actual islands which exist on Lake Erie including how far back they date. Learn the differences involving Lake Erie’s Western & Eastern Ends regarding rocklike formations. Go behind the scenes and learn everything there is to know about Glacial Grooves at Kelley’s Island, Ohio. Determine if in fact French Explorers were the f…
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Ever wondered how people managed to wake up on time before the invention of reliable alarm clocks? Join us as we promise a journey through the quirky world of Victorian-era professions, where the "knocker uppers" reigned supreme. These human alarm clocks roamed the streets, tapping on windows with bamboo sticks or knocking on doors to rouse factory…
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Step into the Black History Buff Podcast as we uncover the untold stories of Black women at the heart of the Black Power Movement. In this powerful episode, we shine a light on pivotal figures like Kathleen Cleaver, Angela Davis, and Assata Shakur, whose unwavering commitment to Black activism, community organising, and the African diasporahelped s…
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Learn exactly how many U.S States are surrounded by Lake Erie’s Waters’. Discover which U.S. City is the largest on Lake Erie. Determine if Lake Erie was carved out by glacier ice along with discovering its maximum depth level. Determine if Erie became the last Great Lake to be explored by Europeans. Get introduced to Thomas Talbot. Learn which Lak…
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What happens when napping becomes an Olympic sport, and BeatBox beverages take center stage? Tune in to our latest episode where Kate and I explore the art of napping, with a humorous twist that might just inspire you to perfect your snooze. As we sip on the spirited flavors of BeatBox, our candid reactions promise plenty of laughs and maybe even a…
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Find out just how many lighthouses are on Lake Ontario including where the majority of them can be found. Discover what the Huron/Wyandot Indian Tribe refer Ontario as name wise. Learn exactly what the name Sodus refers to from an Indian standpoint. Explore firsthand what became of Sodus Bay after War of 1812 ended including something grand taking …
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Learn what river happens to be Lake Ontario’s primary water source. Find out which Canadian Cities comprise Lake Ontario’s Northern & Southern Shorelines. Discover what International River connects Great Lakes to the North Atlantic Ocean. Understand what a tributary represents along with discovering connection between Genesee River and Lake Ontario…
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Hey Family, it’s King Kurus, the Black History Buff. Today, we’re diving into the story of the Harlem Hellfighters—a regiment of African American soldiers who proved their bravery on the battlefields of World War I but returned home to a nation that refused to honour their sacrifice. Denied the chance to fight under their own flag, these men took u…
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Have you ever embarked on a home improvement project only to find out that painting is not your forte? Well, you're not alone—we're in the same boat! Join us, Kate and Bradley, as we bumble through the joys and pitfalls of painting Kate's closet a bold teal. Though it left us feeling as sluggish as a tortoise on a lazy afternoon, the result was a v…
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Agree if ships and their crewmen have been navigating Earth’s Waters as far back as Early Ancient Civilization Times. Determine what was implemented into place if a port wasn’t nearby. Learn about an archaeological project involving lighthouse construction during Ptolemy II’s Reign from 280-247 BC which had never been previously achieved. Discover …
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Prepare yourself for one of the most surreal and outrageous moments in church history with our latest episode on the Cadaver Synod. Ever wondered how far someone would go for power? Join Kate and Bradley as we promise to unravel the spectacle where the corpse of Pope Formosus was exhumed and put on trial, showcasing the chaotic and comedic lengths …
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What happens when the simple act of pursuing knowledge is deemed a threat to society? In 1958, Clennon King, a Black historian and activist, applied to the University of Mississippi, an institution that had never admitted a Black student. Instead of being welcomed, King was forcibly committed to a mental asylum, declared insane for daring to challe…
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Ever wondered how a simple gummy can spark a conversation about history and labor movements? We kicked off this episode of the History of Buffoons with a lighthearted chat about our latest obsession with Skittles gummies and the chaos of flu season in our homes. Amid tales of feline antics and our favorite brews—Kate's Kona Big Wave and Bradley's F…
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Learn what specific act of kindness Lafayette performed just before he officially departed the United States. Discover if France still operated under a monarchy government by time Lafayette himself returned home. Determine if Lafayette returned back onto the political scene not long after returning to France. Understand what Lafayette’s Grand Tour …
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Determine if Marquis de Lafayette had the opportunity to visit with Andrew Jackson one on one following 1824 Presidential Election outcome. Learn which southern state became the first to have a city be named in Lafayette’s honor. Discover where Lafayette’s travels took him between March - April 1825 including noteworthy people he met along the way.…
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Miami-Dade County faces a critical battle against environmental racism as plans for a massive trash incinerator threaten to impact predominantly Black and Hispanic communities. In this episode, we uncover the history of environmental injustice, from Warren County's protests in 1982 to today's ongoing fight in Miami. Join me, King Kurus, as we explo…
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