A Millennial Learns

Did you know California was only a territory of the US for 2 years before it became a state?? Have fun learning all about the history of this beautiful state!

It’s Thursday which means another state history episode! Today we learn all about Wisconsin! Enjoy! Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_states_and_territories_of_the_United_States_by_population_density https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/geography/states/article/wisconsin https://www.jsonline.com/story/entertainment/2021/10/19/famous-people-wisconsin-actors-musicians-athletes-authors-li...

I didn't know much about Iowa except Dewey Readmore Books, who was an adorable and famous library cat. Iowa is fascinating! Sources: https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/geography/states/article/iowa https://www.bestplaces.net/climate/state/iowa https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_states_and_territories_of_the_United_States_by_population_density https://www.traveliowa.com/famous-people-from-iowa/...

Did you know Texas was their own country for almost 10 years?? Enjoy the episode! Sources: https://www.bestplaces.net/climate/state/texas https://www.history.com/topics/us-states/texas#:~:text=The%20name%20Texas%20derives%20from,into%20the%20state%20motto%3A%20Friendship . https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_states_and_territories_of_the_United_States_by_population_density https://kids.nationalg...

We got a sauna! Before we got one I did a bunch of research that I thought I’d share. Enjoy the episode! Sources: https://mainelytubs.com/saunas/sauna-buyers-guide/what-is-a-sauna/ https://www.cedarbarrelsaunas.com/history-of-saunas.html#:~:text=The%20Sauna%20was%20invented%20by,gave%20birth%20in%20the%20sauna ! https://www.sunrisespecialty.com/how-often-to-use-sauna#:~:text=Most%20specialists%20r...

I’ve only been to Florida for Disney world but there is so much other cool stuff. Learn the history, attractions and symbols of the state

Turns out I did a Michigan history episode last year! Now that I have more of a formal structure I added some details, but we revisit my old episode as well. Enjoy!

I didn’t know that much about Queen Elizabeth so decided it was time to learn. Enjoy! Sources: https://www.history.com/topics/british-history/queen-elizabeth https://www.milwaukeeindependent.com/syndicated/princess-diana-conspiracy-theories-still-surround-death-25-years/ https://people.com/royals/queen-elizabeth-four-children-walk-behind-coffin-edinburgh-scotland/ https://www.townandcountrymag.com...

Today we are reviewing arkansas and now I really want to go! Enjoy!

It’s time for the 24th state! And wow does it have a lot of interesting history. Enjoy the episode!

It is time for Maine! In this episode we learn all about the history, famous people and state symbols of Maine. Most importantly Moxie! Enjoy! Sources: https://www.maine.gov/msl/maine/meorigin.htm https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_states_and_territories_of_the_United_States_by_population_density https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/geography/states/article/maine#:~:text=GEOGRAPHY%20AND%20LANDFO...

I went to Rhode Island and prepped by revisiting my RI podcast episode! It was an amazing trip! Enjoy!

I’ve learned so much in the last 2 months! This week I give a little update on how my homesteading knowledge has grown!

This was the hot spot for civil rights, and we are going over all the history surrounding the civil right movement that happened in Alabama. Enjoy the episode!

This timeline is EXTENSIVE! Buckle up for a great history lesson! Enjoy:)

If you read the CDCs website about drinking raw milk, you’d think drinking raw milk is a death sentence. However, there are steps you can take to drastically lower the risk of disease. In this episode I dig in to find out why there is so much controversy surrounding raw milk consumption in the U.S. enjoy! Sources: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/2013/05/from-barn-to-fridge-6-tips-for-safely-ha...

Lots of interesting history in Mississippi. Did you know the state flag just got changed last year?? Sources: https://www.britannica.com/place/Mississippi-state https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_states_and_territories_of_the_United_States_by_population_density https://statesymbolsusa.org/symbol-official-item/mississippi/state-nickname-state-quarter/magnolia-state https://harrison.lib.ms.us/ese...

Indiana seems pretty cool! Enjoy the podcast!

We are onto the 18th state! Louisiana! Makes me want to go check out New Orleans! Enjoy the episode!

Well this was quite the week. Social media has been a mess and I wanted to weigh in. Here are my opinions on the decision and the timeline of how we got here

Ohio is actually really cool! For someone who has always thought of it as kind of flat and boring, it’s really not. Tons of history and things to do throughout the state! Enjoy the episode! Sources: https://ohio.gov/government/resources/state-symbols https://www.planetware.com/tourist-attractions/ohio-usoh.htm https://www.bestplaces.net/climate/state/ohio https://www.daytondailynews.com/entertainm...

Submarines sketch me out I’m not gonna lie. There are some very complex systems on submarines to keep everyone safe and alive. I’ve never understood how they work but it’s fascinating! Enjoy the episode!

Tennessee seems amazing! Although I couldn’t spend more than about 3 days in Nashville I want to go back to visit the more rural parts of the state. Enjoy the episode!

We are called to live holy lives! It is a point that is so heavily emphasized in the Bible but downplayed by the church at large. Great reminders in this section of scripture.

The gubernatorial history of Kentucky is so dramatic! At one point they had 4 governors in the span of 3 months! Tune In to learn all about it!