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

Fred discusses the thoughts of our country's founding father and first President on one of our most important Constitutional rights.  George Washington was born on this day in 1732. 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 evangelist Billy Graham, who died on this day in 2018 at the age of 99. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses reluctant businessman Herb Kohler, born on this day in 1939.  An aspiring poet, and admitted member of the "great unwashed," he took over the Kohler corporation following the death of his father, ant turned it into one of the countries most successful businesses. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebo...

Fred discusses the pivotal WWII battle of Iwo Jima, which began this day in 1945. 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 racing legend Dale Earnhardt, who died in an on track accident on this day in 2001. 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 barrier, namely fear of failure, that prevents may of us from following our dreams and passions.   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 actor, ventriloquist, an vaudevillian Edgar Bergen, born on this day in 1903.  He created cultural icons like Charlie McCarthy, Mortimer Snerd, and most impressively... Candice. 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 difference between years lived versus years lived well, and how we can make our lives a blessing not only to  ourselves, but to others. 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 history and traditions of Valentines Day.  Love is in the Air! 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 importance of being an informed citizen, and the importance of the right to vote. 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 American president, Abraham Lincoln, born this day in 1809.  We all remember him as "Honest Abe." www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses advice from inventor Thomas Alva Edison, born this day in 1847.  His life was a series of failures, but through persistence, and by ignoring the nay-sayers, he became one of the important figures of the 20th century.  Don't let fear of failure slow you down. Pick yourself up, eliminate what doesn't work, and press on until you find what does.\ www.rockysealemusic.com https...

Fred discusses this popular quote, written on a restaurant placemat by Anne Herbert in 1982.  The quote has produced a movement, and Random Acts of Kindness week is observed in the second week of February. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses to British Invasion, spearheaded by the Beatles, who made their first appearance on the Ed Sullivan show on this date in 1964. 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 career of composer John Williams, who created some of the most memorable scores in movie history, and was born 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 the period in the 1930s and 1940s when families gathered around their radios for entertainment like "Little Orphan Annie," "The Shadow," and "Amos and Andy." www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred recounts the remarkable life and career of professional tennis player Arthur Ashe, who dies on this day in 1993. 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 remarkable career of Roger Staubach, Navy midshipman, Heisman Trophy Winner, and Superbowl MVP, who was born on this day in 1942. 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 Danny Thomas, who gave back by establishing St. Jude's Hospital for Children, which opened 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 the importance of the date February 3rd, both in 1959, and more personally in 2021. Buddy Holly, Richie Valens, the Big Bopper and Toby Seale are all sorely missed.  Bye Bye, Miss American Pie.

Fred discusses the life and career of Ben Hogan, widely thought of as the greatest professional golfer of all time.  Ben achieved remarkable success, in spite of being involved in a near fatal car accident on this day in 1949.  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 history of NASA'a Space Shuttle program, which ran from 1981-2011.  The program experienced two tragic losses during that time, including the Columbia, which burned during re-entry on this day in 2003. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses to remarkable life and groundbreaking career of professional athlete, Jackie Roosevelt Robinson, born this day in 1919. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses to prison many of us live in, based on fear of what others think of us. He urges us to avoid that trap, and to realize that most people are too worried about themselves to spend much time thinking about us. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast

Fred discusses quotes from spiritual author and motivational speaker, Wayne Dyer. www.rockysealemusic.com https://rockysealemusic.com/wow-i-didn-t-know-that-or-maybe-i-just-forgot https://www.facebook.com/150wordspodcast