Ghosts Throughout U.S. History

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Yappin’ About History

Katie

14 episodes

3 days ago

History doesn’t have to be boring! Yappin’ About History dives into the fascinating and little-known stories from history that your high school textbooks skipped over. From wild scandals to unsung heroes, Katie brings history to life in a way that feels more like a chat with your nerdy friend than a lecture. Whether you’re a seasoned history buff or just here to learn something new, Yappin’ About History promises to surprise you, spark your curiosity, and leave you seeing history in a whole new light. History’s not boring, it’s a story waiting to be told. New episodes drop every Wednesday!

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Ghosts Throughout U.S. History

Yappin’ About History

44 minutes 53 seconds

2 weeks ago

Ghosts Throughout U.S. History

Welcome to our Spooky October series! This week we'll be covering Colin Dickey's book, Ghostland: An American History in Haunted Places. We'll be talking about why we tell ghost stories, what are their significance, and what pieces of history get left out. Specific topics covered this week include: Salem Witch Trials, the Jersey Devil, Spiritualism, ghosts in court cases, and why minority groups are often excluded from mainstream ghost stories.

SOURCES:

7 Famously Haunted Places Around the US: https://tinyurl.com/4u7p28cn

Why Haunted Places Matter to History: https://tinyurl.com/sc3658e5

The Jersey Devil: A Mythical Mascot with a Boozy History: https://tinyurl.com/fbn89jmp

How Ben Franklin Helped Ignite the Jersey Devil Hysteria: https://tinyurl.com/mrx7fpuh

US v Sioux Nation of Indians: https://tinyurl.com/bdetfkcz

The Occupation of Alcatraz and the Native American Fightfor Sovereignty in the Age of Fracture: https://tinyurl.com/37vveumk

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Email me: yappinabouthistory@gmail.com