Matthew Bunch

This Day in Miami History Podcast

History EN ↓ 61 episodes

This Day in Miami History is a podcast dedicated to short stories of Miami's remarkable history. Most episodes will be focused on bringing primary sources out of library archives and into your ears. It's a region loved by millions, followed by millions more and never devoid of interesting events. The winner of the 2023 Hampton Dunn Digital Media Award from the Florida Historical Society. 2024 AASLH Leadership in History Award winner.

Author

Matthew Bunch

Category

History

Podcast website

redcircle.com

Latest episode

Oct 24, 2025

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Episodes

December 26, 1896: The Christmas fire of 1896 burns Miami (and its first would-be saloon) 26.12.2021

In today's episode of This Day in Miami History, the City of Miami suffers a devastating fire in the early hours of December 26, 1896, burning down buildings where potentially half of the city's business was transacted. Within that story, however, is the story of Miami's first saloon. It's checkered legal history, and its until-now not-fully-known owners, are explored. Remember to...

November 15, 1983: A runoff, after a backstab, is contested for Miami Mayor 15.11.2021

In today's episode of This Day in Miami History, we look back at the runoff for Mayor of Miami in 1983. While it goes in the recordbooks as the election that sealed Maurice Ferré's sixth term, it's better known as the election that turned on a public backstabbing by then- and current-Miami commissioner Joe Carollo. Remember to follow This Day in Miami History Podcast on your preferred...

October 22, 1962: President Kennedy publicly kicks off Cuban Missile Crisis, with Miami in crosshairs 22.10.2021

In today's episode of This Day in Miami History, we remember the Cuban Missile Crisis, and its impact on South Florida. President John F. Kennedy spoke to the public about the construction of missile launch sites in Cuba for the first time on October 22, 1962. The next week would place Miami center-stage in largest nuclear drama the world has yet known. Remember to follow the This Day in Miami...

September 18, 1926: The Great Miami Hurricane makes landfall 18.09.2021

In today's episode of This Day in Miami History, we remember the Great Miami Hurricane of 1926, the storm that broke the boom, killed hundreds and forever reshaped Miamians' relationship with tropical weather. Remember to follow the This Day in Miami History Podcast on your preferred podcast provider, as well as  Twitter  and  Facebook ! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands...

August 16, 1965: The Miami Dolphins are born 16.08.2021

In today's episode of This Day in Miami History, we celebrate the birth of the Miami Dolphins. It took a South Dakota politician turned businessman and one of Hollywood's biggest celebrities, bound together by their Lebanese heritage and interest in the gridiron, but professional football would come to (and stay) in The Magic City. Remember to follow the This Day in Miami History Podcast o...

July 28, 1896: The City of Miami is officially incorporated 28.07.2021

In today's episode of This Day in Miami History, we celebrate the quasquicentennial (125th birthday) of the City of Miami by looking back at the meeting that led to its incorporation, the key events that made it possible and the interesting historical footnotes that coincided with the city's birth. To learn more about the city's 125th birthday, visit the official website at https://mia...

August 5, 1974: A building collapses in Downtown Miami, killing seven federal employees 28.06.2021

In today's episode of This Day in Miami History , those impacted by the disaster at Champlain Towers in Surfside remain in our prayers. We break format to take a look back at August 5, 1974, the previous most deadly building collapse in Miami-Dade County history. Please consider supporting a charitable cause helping in Surfside, or visit https://supportsurfside.org/ to find out how you can hel...

Bonus Episode: An Interview with former Miami-Dade County Commissioner Charles Dusseau 16.06.2021

In this bonus episode of This Day in Miami History, Matthew Bunch speaks with former Miami-Dade County Commissioner Charles Dusseau about his experience with Metrorail, as well as his unique political background and thoughts about Miami-Dade County's past, present and future. Prepare to learn! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

May 20, 1984: Metrorail runs for the first time 24.05.2021

In today's episode of This Day in Miami History, Miami's Metrorail runs for the first time. It presents opportunity, challenge, embarrassment and growth. Featuring former Miami-Dade County Commissioner Charles Dusseau. Please make sure to subscribe to This Day in Miami History on your preferred podcast player. Have a comment? Find @thisdaymiamipod on your favorite social media platform. Li...

April 30, 1915: Dade County's boundaries are changed to form Broward 30.04.2021

In the first episode of This Day in Miami History, we discuss the last time Dade had its borders redrawn, on April 30, 1915. Or was it? Please make sure to subscribe to This Day in Miami History on your preferred podcast player. Have a comment? Find @thisdaymiamipod on your favorite social media platform. Like what you've heard? Leave a review, and tell a friend! Advertising Inquiries: https:/...

This Day in Miami History Trailer 10.04.2021

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