Natira “Tira Babii” Gonzalez

The Dust Bunny Archives

History EN ↓ 4 episodes

We take 20-30 minute deep dives into random historical events. We like to focus more on the forgotten tidbits of history. Let's dust off the corners of history!

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Natira “Tira Babii” Gonzalez

Episodes

The Death of Disco: A Look Back at the Rise and Fall of a Genre 31.07.2025 20:42

Join Tira on "The Dust Bunny Archives" as she unearths the dazzling, yet misunderstood, history of the Disco Revolution! From its vibrant roots in underground clubs that served as sanctuaries for marginalized communities, to its explosive takeover of mainstream pop culture and the infamous "Disco Sucks!" backlash, we'll explore how this iconic genre danced its way into history and left an undeniab...

Stonewall: The Spark that Ignited a Movement 24.07.2025 20:20

Join your host, Tira, as we journey back to the turbulent 1960s to uncover the story of the Stonewall Riots. Explore the oppressive world that fueled the uprising, the electrifying events of that pivotal night, and meet the fierce trailblazers, Sylvia Rivera and Marsha P. Johnson, whose courage ignited a global movement for LGBTQ+ liberation. This is the spark that changed everything. Resources fo...

Behind Juneteenth: Lies, Loss, and the Fight for True Freedom 19.06.2025 20:44

Dive deep into the complex history surrounding Juneteenth, exploring the full story beyond what you might already know. Join us as we unravel the pivotal moments: from the divisive origins of the Civil War and President Lincoln's evolving stance on slavery, to the groundbreaking yet limited reach of the Emancipation Proclamation. We'll trace why freedom was so delayed for thousands in Texas, leadi...

From Chains to Freedom: France's Tumultuous Path to Abolition 10.06.2025 20:53

On this inaugural episode of The Dust Bunny Archives, 'From Chains to Freedom,' we delve into France's convoluted history of slavery and abolition. Uncover the chilling tenets of the Code Noir, the revolutionary hope of 1794, Napoleon's stunning betrayal, Haiti's defiant rise, and the enduring legacy of 1848's final decree. A vital, untold chapter of the past. Resources: Davis, David Brion. Inhuma...