History of North America

2026 is a special year for the History of North America. The USA is celebrating its 250th anniversary, and so shall we in this podcast. Interspersed throughout this year's regular programming, I will present special series and episodes connected with the American Revolutionary period, including the fascinating years and dramatic events leading to the Shot Heard Round the World, The monumental Decl...

The Wild West was a rugged and untamed era filled with legendary cowboys, outlaws, and pioneers carving their place in history. From dusty saloons echoing with the clink of spurs to thrilling showdowns at high noon, this iconic period brought tales of cattle drives, gold rushes, and frontier justice. Life on the prairie was harsh, as settlers braved scorching deserts and lawless territories in sea...

Quirky data, surprising truths, astonishing tidbits, fascinating info, and strange facts about the beautiful territory that is the subject of this series — Canada USA Mexico. E412. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/KfsJNKtoTf0 which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. North American Geography books h...

Strange information, astonishing data, quirky tidbits, and surprising facts about the beautiful territory that is the subject of this series—Canada USA Mexico. E325.  Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/c1RXtTT1E3M which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. North American Geography books available...

Surprising information, strange data, quirky tidbits, and astonishing continental facts about the beautiful territory that is the subject of this series—Canada USA Mexico. E273. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/s4PubshMLuc which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams.  North American Geography book...

Astonishing continental facts, surprising information and quirky tidbits about the beautiful territory that is the subject of this series. Ee142.  Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/Xc3mIokz14o which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. North America History books available at https://amzn.to/3OnczVT &n...

Epic STORY of the fascinating background events to the American Civil War (1861-65) as seen from a North American perspective. Enjoy this History of North America PLUS episode! Canada and the American Civil War: PRELUDE TO WAR by Mark Vinet (non-fiction history paper book, audio book, eBook) is available at https://amzn.to/4mQeilx ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joi...

Denary Novels, Book Five — Continuing saga of the 10-volume international historical mystery and suspense thriller series titled Denary Novels by Mark Vinet, which are heavily immersed in World history with connections to North America. Get FREE access to this novel’s accompanying visuals, including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams at https://patreon.com/mar...

Why is the Day after Christmas (December 26th) known in many countries (including Canada) as Boxing Day?    Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/A2Eql_T3TDE which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams.  Everything Everywhere Daily podcast at https://amzn.to/3XHj20A Boxing Day adventure book at htt...

Charles Dickens (1812-70) visited North America in 1842 and then toured the U.S. in 1867, performing a dramatic one-man readings of A Christmas Carol—delighting and captivating American audiences while further cementing the story's legacy as a cultural cornerstone. A Christmas Carol was henceforth frequently adapted in North America, influencing everything from food traditions, feasting, cha...

Discover the amazing annual Christmas season tradition that binds Halifax to the city of Boston—whose generous citizens came to the aid of the Canadian maritime city of Halifax, capital of the Atlantic province of Nova Scotia, when it suffered a catastrophic event that nearly destroyed it when two ships collided in the harbor starting off a chain of events that would create the largest explo...

Christmas is celebrated by approximately a third of the world’s population in over 160 different countries. How was this December 25th, holiday capable of being adopted by the masses, and how did it spread over hundreds of years? Also, What do the words Yuletide and Xmas REALLY mean? Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/ckgmcQTylgs which has accompanying visuals...

Early tales of the quaint and old traditions of celebrating Christmas that helped shape American Yuletide traditions, blending English customs with a new-world perspective. 'Old Christmas' by Washington Irving has the author traveling to the countryside and meeting an old schoolmate, who invites him home to spend Christmas at the family estate in this globally famous, truly iconic American Christm...

Early tales of the quaint and old traditions of celebrating Christmas that helped shape American Yuletide traditions, blending English customs with a new-world perspective. 'Old Christmas' by Washington Irving has the author traveling to the countryside and meeting an old schoolmate, who invites him home to spend Christmas at the family estate in this globally famous, truly iconic American Christm...

One of the best-loved Christmas Carols sung by North Americans is a joyous children’s story that exemplifies generosity during the Holiday Season. Ee167. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/C-iHhEpO0f0 which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. Good King Wenceslas books available at https://amzn.to/3FUI...

Epic STORY of the fascinating background events to the American Civil War (1861-65) as seen from a North American perspective. Enjoy this History of North America PLUS episode! Canada and the American Civil War: PRELUDE TO WAR by Mark Vinet (non-fiction history paper book, audio book, eBook) is available at https://amzn.to/4mQeilx ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joi...

Denary Novels, Book Five — Continuing saga of the 10-volume international historical mystery and suspense thriller series titled Denary Novels by Mark Vinet, which are heavily immersed in World history with connections to North America. Get FREE access to this novel’s accompanying visuals, including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams at https://patreon.com/mar...

French explorer Samuel de Champlain (1567-1635) was the Father of New France. At the end of his fascinating and adventurous life: When, How, and Where did he die? Check out the YouTube version of this episode at Video link https://youtu.be/m5iRqQR5AeY which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. Samuel de Champlain books available at https:...

An archaeological dig at Jamestown, Virginia, unearthed the remains of a teenage girl whose skull had been butchered—confirmation that early settlers resorted to cannibalism to stave off hunger in 1609-10. How does this exciting discovery alter our understanding of that history? Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/1lRc_DKrnLY whic...

On August 5th,1689, Iroquois warriors launched a surprise attack against the small (375 inhabitants) settlement of Lachine, New France, at the upper end of Montreal Island. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at Video link https://youtu.be/_LBN6-w-t3Y which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. Lachine Massacre books available at...

Early tales of the quaint and old traditions of celebrating Christmas that helped shape American Yuletide traditions, blending English customs with a new-world perspective. 'Old Christmas' by Washington Irving has the author traveling to the countryside and meeting an old schoolmate, who invites him home to spend Christmas at the family estate in this globally famous, truly iconic American Christm...

The term historical revisionism is the reinterpretation of a historical account that usually involves challenging the established, accepted or traditional views held by scholars about a historical event or timespan or phenomenon, introducing new or contrary evidence, or restating the motivations and decisions of the people involved. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation!  Check out the YouTube...

Epic STORY of the fascinating background events to the American Civil War (1861-65) as seen from a North American perspective. Enjoy this History of North America PLUS episode! Canada and the American Civil War: PRELUDE TO WAR by Mark Vinet (non-fiction history paper book, audio book, eBook) is available at https://amzn.to/4mQeilx ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joi...

Denary Novels, Book Five — Continuing saga of the 10-volume international historical mystery and suspense thriller series titled Denary Novels by Mark Vinet, which are heavily immersed in World history with connections to North America. Get FREE access to this novel’s accompanying visuals, including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams at https://patreon.com/mar...

In 1687-89, tensions rose to a fever pitch in southeastern Canada and the north eastern United States between indigenous tribes, the French, and the English. War was, once again, on the horizon.  Check out the YouTube version of this episode at Video link https://youtu.be/p9mJ9GkTX9g which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. Iroquoi...