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In the Archives is History podcast that explores a different primary source document every episode.
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S1E28 Monstrous Myths: The Legend of the Loch Ness Monster
Dive down deep into the depths of Loch Ness in Scotland, as we explore on of the most infamous sea monsters in existence. So, jump in with this special Halloween edition of In the Archives!#History…
S1E27 From the Ashes of Defeat comes a Song of Victory!
In the finale of our Made in America series, we return to the War of 1812 and the night Francis Scott Key watched Fort McHenry under fire. From rockets’ red glare to the dawn’s first light, discover…
S1E26 Beyond Tradition: The Origins and Controversy of the Electoral College
In this episode of In the Archives, we dive into Article II, Section 1, Clauses 1–4 of the U.S. Constitution—the foundation of the Electoral College. From its creation during the Constitutional…
S1E25 America's First Constitution
What came first—the chicken or the egg?In Revolutionary America, the nation was the egg—waiting to hatch into a glorious bald eagle. After the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Founding…
S1E24 The Sinking of the Lusitania through the Headlines
On May 7, 1915, at 2:10 PM off the coast of Ireland, tragedy struck as the passenger liner Lusitania became caught in the crossfire of Germany's unrestricted submarine warfare. Over 1,100 people…
S1E23 The War of 1812 through the Eyes of the Press
Can news stories really shape American identity? Have they left a lasting impact on our culture? Tune in for Part 1 of 2 in The News Stories That Made Us, as I explore the War of 1812—not just…
S1E22 Discovery: A Double-Edged Sword
In 1492, Christopher Columbus set sail into the unknown—and changed the world forever. But who was the man behind the myth? In this episode of In the Archives, we examine Columbus’s life through the…
S1E21 Ink and Empire: The Story of Marco Polo
Long before Columbus set sail, a young Venetian named Marco Polo claimed to have traveled to the heart of the Mongol Empire. But how much of his famous journey was real, and how much was rewritten…
S1E20 His Name Was James Armistead: The Forgotten Spy of Yorktown
James Armistead Lafayette was the double agent who helped win the Battle of Yorktown—but history almost forgot him. In this episode, we uncover how a man born into slavery became one of the…
S1 Disciple to Traitor: Judas Iscariot's Betrayal
In this Easter bonus episode of Out of the Archives, we take a closer look at the story of Judas Iscariot—the disciple who betrayed Jesus. From the second anointing at Bethany to the kiss in the…
Washington's Achille's Heel
In every war, there are spies lurking in the shadows and traitors who gamble everything—some for glory, others for greed. What drives a person to betray their country? This month on In the Archives,…
The Enemy Within
In the exciting conclusion to Friends Behind Enemy Lines. We uncover the writings of one German citizen who became the Enemy Within. Dietrich Bonhoeffer was a pastor, theologian, and one of Nazi…
S1 Friends Behind Enemy Lines: Mercy at 20,000 Feet
At the height of World War II, Americans saw anyone serving in Hitler’s army as the enemy—and the feeling was mutual in Germany. Yet, in the middle of fear, hatred, and war, one German pilot rose…
S1E18 The Taiwan Question: Why China Won’t Back Down
In this episode of In the Archives, we explore the Taiwan Question and China’s push for reunification under the “one country, two systems” policy. Using a 1995 speech by Jiang Zemin, we break down…
S1E17 Tiananmen Square: The Protest China Wants You to Forget
This month, In the Archives travels to 20th-century China, where the Communist regime tightens its grip on power and seeks reunification with all its territories. However, resistance emerges, and in…
S1E14 Once Man's Best Friend Always Man's Best Friend
In this episode of In the Archives, we explore the fascinating role of dogs in ancient Roman society through the writings of Pliny the Elder. Dogs were more than just pets—they were hunters,…
S1E13 Seneca's Guide to Mindful Healing: How to get over your cold
Have you ever tried to power through a cold using sheer willpower? Well, one Roman philosopher actually advised his friend to do just that. Join us on this episode of In the Archives as we dive into…
S1E12 Looking Back to Ring in the New Year: The Story of Auld Lang Syne
The dawn of a New Year brings the promise of fresh beginnings, but true change often requires us to reflect on the past. The traditional New Year's anthem, Auld Lang Syne, invites us to do just…
S1 How Christmas Stepped away from Religion: Rediscovering the Real Reason for the Season
Every year, stores fill with plastic Santas and Nutcrackers, but where are the Nativity scenes? When was the last time you saw the story of Christmas truly celebrated? Have we forgotten the real…
S1E11 The Bells Still Ring: The Story Behind "I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day."
Songs are often looked over as primary sources, but they are some of the most powerful sources historians have. Songs describe a time period better than other sources. For this Civil War era Carol,…
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In the Archives has published 31 episodes since July 2024, covering topics in Government, History.
In the Archives is currently sporadic with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 31m.
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