Beste History Daily podcasts (2025)

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Why the Boxing Ring is Square: The History and Evolution of the “Ring” in Boxing 9:17

2h ago9:17

9:17

Step into the squared circle with us as we uncover the fascinating history of the boxing ring. Discover why it’s called a “ring” when it’s actually square, and how this iconic stage evolved from ancient circles of spectators to the modern four-roped arena. We explore key milestones-from bare-knuckle brawls in 17th-century England, the introduction …

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The Philadelphia MOVE Bombing 15:13

7h ago15:13

15:13

May 13, 1985. Philadelphia Police bomb MOVE, a radical Black liberation, back-to-nature organization, killing 11 people including 5 children. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.…

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1985 NBA Draft Lottery: How One Envelope Changed Basketball 13:33

1d ago13:33

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Step into the drama and intrigue of the very first NBA Draft Lottery in 1985-a game-changing moment that reshaped basketball forever. Discover why the lottery was created, relive the suspenseful envelope draw, and explore the legacy of Patrick Ewing’s selection by the New York Knicks. We’ll break down the controversies, conspiracy theories, and how…

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President Jimmy Carter Visits Cuba 16:24

1d ago16:24

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May 12, 2002. Jimmy Carter becomes the first current or former U.S. President to visit Cuba since 1959. This episode originally aired in 2022. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily. See Privacy Policy at https://art19…

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Saturday Matinee: American History Tellers 41:49

3d ago41:49

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On today’s Saturday Matinee, we hone in on a transformative period in American history. After emerging as a hero from Spanish-American War, Theodore Roosevelt begins his leadership through political ranks, defining a new era of Progressive change. Link to American History Tellers: https://wondery.com/shows/american-history-tellers/ Support the show…

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The Soviets Celebrate Victory Day 17:31

4d ago17:31

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May 9, 1945. The Soviet Union celebrates Victory Day after Germany’s unconditional surrender brings an end to World War II in Europe. This episode originally aired in 2022. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily. See P…

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Gui Khury: 11-Year-Old Lands First-Ever 1080 on Vert Ramp 9:09

5d ago9:09

9:09

On May 1, 2020, Brazilian skateboarding prodigy Gui Khury stunned the sports world by landing the first-ever 1080-degree turn on a vertical ramp at just 11 years old. This episode dives into Gui’s early beginnings, the technical challenge of the 1080, and how his achievement shattered records previously held by legends like Tony Hawk and Tom Schaar…

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The Release of The Beatles' Final Album 14:12

5d ago14:12

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May 8, 1970. The Beatles release their final album: Let It Be. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-s…

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Biggest NBA Upset? 8 Seed Nuggets Beat 1 Seed Sonics 12:33

6d ago12:33

12:33

On May 7, 1994, the Denver Nuggets stunned the basketball world by becoming the first 8th seed in NBA history to defeat a No. 1 seed, toppling the 63-win Seattle SuperSonics in a dramatic overtime Game 5. Led by Dikembe Mutombo’s legendary defense (15 rebounds, 8 blocks) and a balanced scoring attack, the Nuggets overcame a 2-0 series deficit and d…

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The Return of The Scream 16:07

6d ago16:07

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May 7, 1994. Edvard Munch's painting The Scream is recovered undamaged after being stolen from the National Gallery of Norway. This episode originally aired in 2024. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily. See Privacy …

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Too Old? James Hylton NASCARs Elder 9:43

7d ago9:43

9:43

Discover the inspiring journey of James Hylton, the legendary NASCAR independent who became the oldest driver to compete in NASCAR’s top three series. From his humble beginnings in Depression-era Virginia to finishing second in Cup points three times, Hylton’s career is a testament to perseverance, ingenuity, and the heart of a true underdog. Learn…

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The Hitler Diaries Hoax 17:04

7d ago17:04

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May 6, 1983. What was thought to be Adolf Hitler’s long-lost diaries are exposed as forgeries, sparking one of the greatest scandals in modern journalism. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily. See Privacy Policy at h…

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The Historic 1956 World Judo Championship: How Tokyo Launched a Global Sport 10:13

8d ago10:13

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Step back in time to May 3, 1956, when Tokyo’s Kuramae Kokugikan hosted the inaugural World Judo Championship. Discover how 31 judokas from 21 nations competed in a dramatic open-weight contest that crowned Shokichi Natsui as the first world champion. Learn about the rise of European judo with Anton Geesink and Henri Courtine’s podium finishes, and…

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The Battle of Puebla on Cinco de Mayo 18:52

8d ago18:52

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May 5, 1862. Following the French invasion of Mexico, Mexican soldiers succeed in defending the town of Puebla, sealing a victory that will be commemorated by the national holiday, Cinco de Mayo. This episode originally aired in 2022. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and…

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Saturday Matinee: War Movie Theatre 45:35

10d ago45:35

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On today’s Saturday Matinee, we dust off our VHS tape to rewatch the 1962 D-Day mega-epic "The Longest Day". Its star-studded cast cements this film as a classic war movie, but how historically accurate is it? Link to War Movie Theatre: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/war-movie-theatre Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening …

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Osama Bin Laden Is Killed By U.S. Navy SEALs 17:29

11d ago17:29

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May 2, 2011. Osama bin Laden is killed by US Navy SEALs in Pakistan. This episode originally aired in 2024. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy…

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Moses Fleetwood Walker: The First Black Major League Baseball Player Who Broke Barriers Before Jackie Robinson 9:24

12d ago9:24

9:24

Discover the untold story of Moses Fleetwood Walker, the first openly Black player in Major League Baseball. On May 1, 1884, Walker debuted as a catcher for the Toledo Blue Stockings, breaking baseball’s color barrier over 60 years before Jackie Robinson. Despite relentless racism and adversity, Walker played 42 games, hit .263, and paved the way f…

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Henry Ford’s Five-Day Week 15:00

12d ago15:00

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May 1, 1926. Henry Ford implements the five-day week at his car factory in Detroit, Michigan, kickstarting a workplace reform that’ll be adopted across the country. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily. See Privacy P…

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Too Fast? Bill Elliott’s Fastest Lap in NASCAR History 11:33

13d ago11:33

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On April 30, 1987, Bill Elliott made motorsports history at Talladega Superspeedway by setting the all-time fastest qualifying speed in NASCAR-212.809 mph. This episode dives deep into the story behind Elliott’s legendary lap, the family-driven innovation that powered his Ford Thunderbird, and the dramatic aftermath that changed NASCAR forever. Dis…

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Operation Mincemeat 15:59

13d ago15:59

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April 30, 1943. A British submarine dumps a dead body carrying false invasion plans off the coast of Spain as part of Operation Mincemeat. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com…

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Worst Betrayal? Bo Jackson and the Bucs 13:16

14d ago13:16

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On April 29, 1986, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers selected Bo Jackson as the #1 pick in the NFL Draft. But Bo-already a Heisman Trophy winner and two-sport superstar-refused to play for Tampa Bay, setting off one of the most dramatic and debated moments in sports history. This episode dives deep into the controversy, the fallout, and the legacy of Bo Jac…

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The 1992 Los Angeles Riots 17:30

14d ago17:30

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April 29, 1992. A jury acquits four police officers in the beating of Black motorist Rodney King, sparking six days of violence and unrest in Los Angeles. This episode originally aired in 2022. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to HistoryDaily.com for more …

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Worst Hockey Cheap Shot? Dale Hunter’s Dirty Hit 10:38

15d ago10:38

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On April 28, 1993, the NHL witnessed one of its most infamous moments. In Game 6 of the playoff series between the New York Islanders and Washington Capitals, Dale Hunter delivered a brutal cheap shot on Pierre Turgeon moments after Turgeon scored the series-clinching goal. The blindside hit left Turgeon with a separated shoulder, forcing him to mi…

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Muhammad Ali Refuses Induction into the US Army 15:51

15d ago15:51

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April 28, 1967. Muhammad Ali refuses induction into the US army, leading to his arrest, trial and conviction for draft evasion, and the stripping of his boxing titles. This episode originally aired in 2023. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to HistoryDaily.…

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Saturday Matinee: Business Movers 34:51

17d ago34:51

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On today’s Saturday Matinee, we go back to Richard Branson's beginnings to see just how he became a billionaire with his iconic Virgin brand. Link to Business Movers: https://wondery.com/shows/business-movers/ Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to HistoryDai…

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Samantha Smith Becomes ‘America’s Youngest Ambassador’ 16:24

18d ago16:24

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April 25, 1983. The leader of the Soviet Union replies to a letter written to him by an American school girl in the thick of the Cold War between the two countries.This episode originally aired in 2023. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to HistoryDaily.com …

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The First Solo Voyage Around The World 15:00

19d ago15:00

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April 24, 1895. Joshua Slocum sets off from Boston, Massachusetts in his attempt to become the first person to circumnavigate the world single-handedly. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily. See Privacy Policy at htt…

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What happened to Breaking Backboards? 12:22

20d ago12:22

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In this episode of Daily Sports History, host Ethan Reese delves into the evolution of the basketball backboard. The episode begins with Shaquille O'Neal's legendary backboard-shattering dunk on April 23, 1993, and travels back to the creation of the first hoop by Dr. James Naismith in 1891, highlighting key developments over the years. From wooden…

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The Battle of Clontarf 16:01

20d ago16:01

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April 23, 1014. King Brian of Ireland is killed by Vikings during the Battle of Clontarf, leading Ireland to fall into anarchy. This episode originally aired in 2024. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily. See Privacy…

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Who was NBA’s 1st champion? 13:04

21d ago13:04

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On April 22, 1947, basketball history was made as the Philadelphia Warriors defeated the Chicago Stags 4-1 to claim the first-ever Basketball Association of America (BAA) championship—what the NBA now recognizes as its inaugural Finals. In this episode, we dive deep into the origins of the BAA, the dramatic 1946-47 season, and how Joe Fulks and the…

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The Murder of Stephen Lawrence 16:43

21d ago16:43

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April 22, 1993. Eighteen-year-old Stephen Lawrence is murdered in a racially motivated attack while waiting for a bus in London, England. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/…

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Rosie Ruiz Boston Marathon Scandal: Faking a Win 10:36

22d ago10:36

10:36

On April 21, 1980, Rosie Ruiz stunned the world by crossing the Boston Marathon finish line first in the women’s division, setting a record time. But within days, suspicions mounted: no one remembered seeing her on the course, and her remarkable freshness at the finish raised eyebrows. An investigation revealed Ruiz had joined the race near the end…

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The Loch Ness Photograph 15:22

22d ago15:22

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April 21, 1934. The Daily Mail publishes an alleged photo of the Loch Ness Monster, sparking an international sensation around one of the world’s most enduring modern legends. This episode originally aired in 2022. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to Histo…

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Saturday Matinee: Titanic: Ship of Dreams 52:27

24d ago52:27

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On today’s Saturday Matinee, we set out to sea to explore the life and death of the most infamous ship in history, Link to Titanic: Ship of Dreams: https://www.noiser.com/titanic-ship-of-dreams Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to HistoryDaily.com for more …

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The Great San Francisco Earthquake 14:53

25d ago14:53

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April 18, 1906. San Francisco begins a rapid rebuild after an earthquake and fire destroys over 80% of the city’s buildings. This episode originally aired in 2023. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily. See Privacy Po…

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Illegal 1860 Sayers vs. Heenan Bare-Knuckle World Title Fight That Changed Boxing 12:26

26d ago12:26

12:26

On April 17, 1860, in a secret field near Farnborough, England, English champion Tom Sayers and American John C. Heenan battled for 2 hours and 27 minutes in a brutal bare-knuckle contest—recognized as boxing’s first world title bout. With 42 rounds, a crowd of 12,000, and police intervention, the fight ended in a dramatic draw and marked the end o…

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Henri Giraud’s Second Prison Break 16:03

26d ago16:03

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April 17, 1942. A French Army General escapes German captivity – for the second time. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art…

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Worst Violence? Boston Marathon Bombing 11:58

27d ago11:58

11:58

On April 15, 2013, the Boston Marathon—a historic celebration of endurance and community—was forever changed when two bombs detonated near the finish line. This episode takes you through the events of that tragic day, the heroic responses, and the inspiring resilience of survivors and the city of Boston. Learn about the manhunt for the Tsarnaev bro…

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The Fall of the Fortress of Masada 16:12

27d ago16:12

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April 16, 73 CE. The fall of the fortress of Masada brings an end to the First Jewish-Roman War. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at …

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Most Unique Hockey Tradition? The Octopus Toss 10:51

28d ago10:51

10:51

Discover the fascinating story behind one of hockey’s most unique and enduring traditions: the Detroit Red Wings’ octopus toss. From its origins in 1952, when brothers Pete and Jerry Cusimano hurled the first octopus onto the ice to symbolize the eight wins needed for a Stanley Cup, to its evolution into a symbol of Detroit pride, this episode dive…

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The Titanic Sinks 16:22

28d ago16:22

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April 15, 1912. After hitting an iceberg, the RMS Titanic sinks in the Atlantic Ocean, killing over 1,500 people. This episode originally aired in 2022. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily. See Privacy Policy at htt…

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The Worst Collapse? Greg Norman’s 1996 Masters 9:49

29d ago9:49

9:49

On April 14, 1996, Greg Norman entered the final round of the Masters with a record-setting six-shot lead, poised to claim his first green jacket. But what followed was one of the most infamous collapses in golf history. Norman shot a disastrous 78, while Nick Faldo delivered a flawless 67 to secure his third Masters title. In this episode, we brea…

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The Black Sunday Dust Storm 15:07

29d ago15:07

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April 14, 1935. Enormous clouds of dust and dirt sweep across Oklahoma and Texas in the worst storm of the Dust Bowl. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californ…

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Saturday Matinee: Unsolved Histories 13:50

1M ago13:50

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On today’s Saturday Matinee, we share a clip from an investigative series that dives into the mysterious disappearance of Flight 293. Link to Unsolved Histories: unsolvedhistoriespod.com Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history…

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The Fall of Idi Amin 16:35

1M ago16:35

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April 11, 1979. Ugandan dictator Idi Amin is overthrown by Tanzanian troops and forces from the Uganda National Liberation Front. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy …

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Breaking Barriers: Lee Elder’s Historic 1975 Masters Journey 12:12

1M ago12:12

12:12

In this episode, we explore the groundbreaking story of Lee Elder, the first African American to compete in the Masters Tournament at Augusta National in 1975. Discover Elder’s inspiring journey from poverty to golf greatness, his struggles against systemic racism, and his historic moment that changed the sport forever. We also dive into the thrill…

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Delphine LaLaurie’s Torture Chamber 14:09

1M ago14:09

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April 10, 1834. In the aftermath of a house fire in New Orleans, investigators uncover evidence of horrific treatment meted out to the household’s enslaved servants. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily. See Privacy …

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Epic Scoring Duel of 1978: George Gervin vs. David Thompson 9:57

1M ago9:57

9:57

On April 9, 1978, basketball history was made as George “Iceman” Gervin and David “Skywalker” Thompson battled for the closest scoring title in NBA history. Thompson dazzled with a jaw-dropping 73-point game, only for Gervin to respond hours later with 63 points, clinching the title by a mere 0.07 points. This episode dives into their legendary per…

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Marian Anderson’s Lincoln Memorial Protest Concert 16:41

1M ago16:41

16:41

April 9, 1939. After racial segregation laws block her from performing at Constitution Hall, Black opera star Marian Anderson performs an outdoor concert on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. This episode originally aired in 2024. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noi…

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Montreal Expos: The First Canadian MLB Team 13:53

1M ago13:53

13:53

On April 8, 1969, Major League Baseball crossed borders as the Montreal Expos became the first Canadian team to play in the league. Relive their thrilling debut against the New York Mets at Shea Stadium, their first home game at Jarry Park six days later, and the unforgettable moments that shaped their inaugural season. From Mack Jones’ historic ho…

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