Relics of the Past - Hauntingly Good Historical Stories

Deep in the heart of a small Louisiana town sits a building that simply doesn't look like it belongs—a striking, century-old structure with sharp peaks and dark, gothic arches looming right over the courthouse square. They call it the Hanging Jail, a place built around a massive central spiral staircase that holds secrets most people only dare to whisper about. From the legendary, tragic events of...

In 1504, Christopher Columbus was stranded in Jamaica, his crew mutinous and his indigenous hosts refusing to feed him. So he consulted an almanac, gathered the tribal leaders — and told them God was going to devour the moon as punishment for their refusal. Three days later, the blood moon rose exactly as he predicted. They believed him. They brought food. Columbus sailed home. This is the Columbu...

David Jones III is a historical fiction author and storyteller with a deep passion for early American history and the American Revolution. Through immersive narrative and careful research, he brings colonial America and the Revolutionary War to life, exploring the human experiences behind the founding of the United States. As the author of The Unlikely Life of Oliver Atkinson, David combines docum...

In this episode we discuss the Salem Witch Trials.  All three episodes are here:   One: https://youtu.be/aF0EPUkoF3E Two:  https://youtu.be/-lZWUJOkoNg Three:  https://youtu.be/vSabdMtVCAg

In this enlightening episode, Cheryl Johnson interviews Suzanne Munson, the author of 'The Metaphysical Thomas Jefferson.'  They discuss Suzanne's unique journey of channeling Thomas Jefferson through a medium, the profound insights shared by Jefferson's spirit on modern politics, religiosity, and his personal life—including unexpected views on his greatest influence.  They also delve into the imp...

Today's Footprints, Tomorrow's History is a thought-provoking podcast that dives deep into the actions, decisions, and moments of our current era that are shaping the course of history. In this episode we explore the significant and sometimes subtle ways in which we are all contributing to the legacy that future generations will inherit. From groundbreaking technological advancements and pivotal p...

Welcome to Flashback to a Fabulous Future, where history meets insight to shape tomorrow. Join us on an enthralling journey through time, exploring pivotal moments in U.S. presidential history from the tumultuous 1970s to the dynamic 1990s. Each episode delves into the intricate tapestry of political and societal changes that have defined the American experience. We begin with Richard Nixon's dram...

Welcome to Flashback to a Fabulous Future! Join us on a captivating journey through time as we delve into history to illuminate the path ahead. In today's episode, we explore the echoes of the tumultuous 1960s and ask the question: Are we experiencing déjà vu? **John F. Kennedy:** On that fateful day in 1963, the nation was shattered by the tragic assassination of President John F. Kennedy. We'll...

In the Flashback to a Fabulous Future podcast, we delve into the past to gain insights for a brighter future. The series explores the turbulent events following the Gilded Age, marked by the two World Wars. World War I erupted due to a web of alliances, militarism, nationalism, and imperialism, culminating in a global conflict. The aftermath saw the harsh Treaty of Versailles, which sowed the seed...

The 20th century saw two world wars and many other conflicts that impacted nations worldwide. What factors historically contributed to rising geopolitical tensions, and how did events escalate into armed conflict between states? On this episode, we discuss the interplay of militarism, nationalism, imperialism and other dynamics that have precipitated wars. We'll also consider potential positive an...

What is the Guilded Age? It is a period of time in US history where there were major disruptions to conventional methods which made the rich richer and the poor poorer. Grassroots movements helped facilitate change and bring about a better, albeit temporary, country. This episode is rich with parallels to our current situation and great lessons to help us move forward in a positive direction!

We are a divided country,, or so we are told. Have we been here before? How did we come together after great division? We will discuss just that.

Growth can bring great prosperity and wealth. It can also bring challenges in both personal and government arenas. What are the benefits and challenges? Let's explore!

As we look back at the founding of our nation, there were great divisions. How did they come together and form a more perfect union... a 'more' perfect union...not a perfect union. We can continue their efforts, even in a divisive world.

Let's study what history is and why it is important to our lives today. In addition, I will share my own history and how it has shaped my life today.