Fred's Daily 150 (A History Lesson in 150 Words)

Fred discusses the radio production of War of the Worlds, presented by Orson Welles and the Mercury Theater.  Those tuning in late to the broadcast missed the disclaimer that this was only a play.  This led to may believing that the Earth was actually under attack by visitor from Mars on this day in 1938. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe...

Fred discusses economist and journalist Henry George, best know for his book Progress and Poverty, and his formation of a single tax colony in what is now Fairhope Alabama.  He died on this day in 1897. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses the concept of "moments" which compose our lives and sometimes fall outside our comfort zones.  How do you react to the moments that make up your life? www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses Psychologist and and TV personality Joyce Brothers,  who first achieved notice by winning the game show "The $64,000 Question" on this day in 1957. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses the life of socialite and philanthropist and Titanic survivor Margaret Tobin Brown, the unsinkable Molly Brown, who died on this day in 1932. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses Native American storyteller and actress Mary Francis Thompson, or Te Ata, who died on this day in 1995. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses the premise of self-help author Napolean Hill, who maintained that whatever the mind can conceive, and believe, it can achieve. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses professional football player and Heismann trophy winner Doug Flutie, who was born on this day in 1962. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses WWI hero and Congressional Medal of Honor winner Alvin York, or Sargent York. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses Swedish chemist, inventor and philanthropist Alfred Nobel, creator of the Nobel Peace Prize and inventor of dynamite, who was born on this day in 1833. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses prolific author and pastor Max Lucado, and the importance of living hopefully in the now. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses the life and career of American comic, actress and singer Martha Raye, who died on this day in 1994. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses French missionary Isaac Jogues, who ministered to American Indians, and died on this day in 1646. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses the life and career of American dancer, pin-up girl and actress, Rita Hayworth, who was born on this day in 1918. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses William Morton, and American Dentist and Physician who first introduced the use of ether as an anesthetic.  On this day in 1846, the first painless surgery, using his technique, was performed. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses American Actor Pat O'Brien, best known for his portrayal of Knute Rockne, who died on this day in 1983. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses American General and President Dwight David Eisenhower, and his advice to say what you mean and mean what you say.  He was born on this day in 1890. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses unrealized plans and dreams, and the importance of taking action to make your plan a reality. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses Columbus day, celebrated as a federal holiday in the United States, now recognized as Indigenous People Day. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses the long running sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live, which premiered on this day in 1975. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses Canadian engineer and inventor Elijah McCoy, the son of fugitive slaves, who died on this day in 1929. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses the Washington Monument, which was officially opened to the public on this day in 1888. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses the all-female Russian bomber squadron, The Night Witches, which flew its first mission over Nazi Germany on this day in 1941. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses American author and poet Edgar Allen Poe, who died on this day in 1849. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses actor, singe, comedian and Vaudevillian Al Jolson, who starred in the first talking movie, The Jazz Singer, which premiered on this day in 1927. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast