History of North America

Heather Teysko of the Renaissance English History podcast helps us rediscover the Sebastian Cabot Map of A.D. 1544. Sebastian was the son of celebrated Venetian explorer John Cabot. After his father's death, he conducted his own voyages of discovery, including, seeking the Northwest Passage through North America for England. He is most appreciated by historians today, however, for his World Map, a...

Sail alongside Cabot and share in his exploits as he explores the northeastern coast of the continent under the flag of England. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/rjafxZgGoSA which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. THE DEAD LETTER by Mark Vinet (Denary Novel mentioned in this episode) is available at htt...

The English sail west and compete to stake claim to a continent as we focus on the relationship between King Henry VII of England and his realm’s first great maritime explorer, John Cabot. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/MzJt71KSe0s which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. THE DEAD LETTER by Mark Vinet...

Portugal’s unique connections to the continent began with early sailors to the coasts of North America during the Age of Exploration and later continued with the arrival of immigrants who—with their few belongs, hopes, dreams, and determination—brought their unique culture, including Fado Music.  Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/P8ZMIbLX2f0 which has accompanying v...

Wrap up of our deep dive into the Life, Deeds & Legacy of Christopher Columbus. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/xPv77_YAOlw which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. THE MAESTA PANELS by Mark Vinet (Denary Novel mentioned in this episode) is available at https://amzn.to/3EBU0pq  DENARY Novels by Mark...

Conclusion of my conversation with Stephen Guerra of the «History of the Papacy» podcast regarding the Papal Sanctioned Treaty that redefined the Earth's geography.  Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/YFBFfewgRr0 which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. History of the Papacy podcast available at https://am...

I continue examining the disputed Treaty of Tordesillas that split the Earth between Portugal & Spain with Stephen Guerra of the «History of the Papacy».  Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/aJOzFwtg2vg which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. History of the Papacy podcast available at https://amzn.to/3...

Podcaster Stephen Guerra of the «History of the Papacy» joins me to discuss the controversial 15th century Pact that divided the World between two European superpowers. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/NPLdlRG5BOM which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. THE MAESTA PANELS by Mark Vinet (Denary Novel ment...

Embark on an exciting historical journey to the tropical Island Paradise of The Bahamas, where Christopher Columbus first landed in 1492.  Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/alomkrbsJ2I which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. THE MAESTA PANELS by Mark Vinet (Denary Novel mentioned in this episode) is avai...

We take a break from our regular historical narrative to highlight a few movies, TV programs, documentaries & books that refer to topics covered so far in this series while showcasing North American history, arts & culture. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/UHBpByVqQmA which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, a...

Conclusion of my visit to Italian seafarer Christopher Columbus' city of birth with Mike Corradi of «A History of Italy» podcast.  Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/iwEizOIjlBM which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. THANKS for the many wonderful comments, messages, ratings and reviews. All of them are r...

Exploration of Christopher Columbus' birth city continues with Mike Corradi of « A History of Italy » podcast. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/ArwevsbEcp8 which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. THANKS for the many wonderful comments, messages, ratings and reviews. All of them are regularly posted for...

Mike Corradi of A History of Italy podcast joins me to discuss the birthplace of Christopher Columbus. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/QqJ-6PHVJBU which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. THANKS for the many wonderful comments, messages, ratings and reviews. All of them are regularly posted for your rea...

Turn back the clock to 1492 and Christopher Columbus who sailed the ocean blue, during the exciting Age of Exploration. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/AhfGwESAH9o which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. 5 Minute Biographies podcast available at https://amzn.to/3yRbAVa Age of Discovery books available...

We address listener comments & answer questions regarding the history of Mexico, USA and Canada. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/pLYdgDrOLDY which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. THE MAESTA PANELS by Mark Vinet (Denary Novel mentioned in this episode) is available at https://amzn.to/3EBU0pq Denar...

Set sail on a grand nautical adventure that sparked extensive exploration of lands previously unknown to Europeans at a time prior to Christopher Columbus’ historic trans-oceanic voyage in 1492. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/q70MB9ojvcc which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. THE MAESTA PANELS by Mar...

Examine the exploration, raids, conquests and colonization of the Norse, including their arrival in Newfoundland at L'Anse aux Meadows, during the great Viking Age... five centuries before Columbus sailed west. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/vEkyXFZOwKY which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. Visit th...

Let’s go raiding alongside Norse adventurers who settled in large areas of the world including North America during an era of Scandinavian expansion from 780 to 1100 AD. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/j6QbZJ6-KSA which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. THE MAESTA PANELS by Mark Vinet (Denary Novel men...

Conclusion of discussion about Mesoamerica's Aztec Empire & Mayan civilization in the final part of a special Beyond the Big Screen podcast interview about the Mel Gibson film Apocalypto. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/95cjma4GB0c which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. Apocalypto film available a...

My guest appearance on the show Beyond the Big Screen with podcaster Steve Guerra continues as we discuss the Mel Gibson movie Apocalypto, set in Mesoamerica during the Aztec Empire & Mayan civilization. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/95cjma4GB0c which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. Apocalypto...

Esteemed podcaster Steve Guerra invited me on his show Beyond the Big Screen to discuss the Mel Gibson movie Apocalypto, set in Mesoamerica during the Aztec Empire & Mayan civilization. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/JXpcboc-Hs4 which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. Apocalypto film available at...

Navigate the murky waters of fringe science and literature, pseudoarchaeology, fanciful tales, myths, folklore, legends, and pseudohistory when searching for the first non-indigenous explorers to reach the North American continent. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/wNfDrmZ-_zI which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, a...

Search for the first non-indigenous explorers to reach the North American continent prior to Christopher Columbus’ 1492 voyage. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/xGwEE-cH0S8 which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. THE MOURNING SUN by Mark Vinet (Denary Novel featured in this episode) is available at http...

Explore one of the most glorious Mesoamerican societies as we encounter the Pre-Hispanic Mexico ancient culture & civilization that was the Aztec Empire.  Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/yIyokCUQkLM which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. THE MOURNING SUN by Mark Vinet (Denary Novel featured in thi...

Join us as we address listener comments & answer questions regarding the history of the USA, Canada, and Mexico. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/8VQEhdOecX4 which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. THE FROZEN RAPTOR by Mark Vinet (Novel mentioned in this episode) is available at https://amzn.to/3YOQ...