Joseph Medill
Joseph Medill was a powerhouse in 19th century journalism who made no attempt to conceal his bias when it came to political writing. He also had a fascinating second career due to a tragedy, when he b...
22 Dec 202538min
SYMHC Classics: SS Princess Sophia
This 2018 episode covers the sinking of the SS Princess Sophia, a massive tragedy for both Canada and the United States. But it was also really overshadowed by the end of World War I and the flu pande...
20 Dec 202531min
Behind the Scenes Minis: Mountains and Glaciers
Tracy shares her experiences watching the show "Molly of Denali." The discussion then turns to glacier surge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19 Dec 202512min
Walter Harper and the Summiting of Denali, Part 2
The final stages of the expedition to summit Denali were grueling for Walter Harper and the rest of the team. And after that accomplishment, Harper's life was tragically short. Research: Bishop, Clic...
17 Dec 202539min
Walter Harper and the Summiting of Denali, Part 1
While working as a guide in his youth, Walter Harper met and worked for a man named Hudson Stuck. Their friendship would lead to Walter becoming the first person to reach the summit of Denali. Researc...
15 Dec 202536min
SYMHC Classics: Washington Irving
This 2021 episode covers Washington Irving, who is often associated with Halloween. But his writing had a significant influence on the way Christmas is celebrated in the U.S.See omnystudio.com/listene...
13 Dec 202533min
Behind the Scenes Minis: Raccoon Cranberries
Tracy wonders whether Jack the turkey went to the bathroom in the White House. Holly talks about how much she dislikes people arguing over food preferences. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...
12 Dec 202531min
Cranberries
The cranberries we typically eat are native to North America, though they are also grown in other places. How did they become a standard part of the holiday table? Research: Albanese, Ellen. “A brief...
10 Dec 202536min
