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On History Daily, we do history, daily. Every weekday, host Lindsay Graham (American Scandal, American History Tellers) takes you back in time to explore a momentous event that happened ‘on this day’ in history. Whether it’s to remember the tragedy of December 7th, 1941, the day “that will live in infamy,” or to celebrate that 20th day in July, 1969, when mankind reached the moon, History Daily is there to tell you the true stories of the people and events that shaped our world—one day at a time. So if you’re stuck in traffic, bored at work—wherever you are, listen to History Daily to remind yourself that something incredible happened to make that day historic.

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Saturday Matinee: History Snacks Jul 11, 2026

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On today’s Saturday Matinee, we explore what's left of the city of Pompeii after it's buried by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 C.E.

Link to History Snacks: www.historysnackspodcast.com
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History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser.

Telstar Reaches Orbit Jul 10, 2026

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July 10, 1962. The world’s first active communications satellite is launched into space. This episode originally aired in 2025.

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The First Convicted Train Murderer Jul 09, 2026

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July 9, 1864. Elderly bank clerk Thomas Briggs is robbed and fatally wounded on a London commuter train, becoming the victim of Britain’s first railway murder.

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The Death of Kim Il-Sung Jul 08, 2026

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July 8, 1994. At a time when communist regimes around the world are collapsing, North Korean leader Kim Il-Sung suffers a fatal heart attack.

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The Roswell UFO Incident Jul 07, 2026

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July 7, 1947. America becomes obsessed with UFOs following the discovery of mysterious debris on a sheep ranch near Roswell, New Mexico. This episode originally aired in 2022.

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The Execution of Thomas More Jul 06, 2026

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July 6, 1535. English statesman Thomas More is beheaded for refusing to accept King Henry VIII as head of the Church of England. This episode originally aired in 2023.

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What Does the Declaration of Independence Mean, 250 Years Later? Jul 04, 2026

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Lindsay invites his friends and fellow history podcasters Professor Greg Jackson (History That Doesn't Suck) and Dr. Benjamin Sawyer (The Road to Now) to discuss what the Declaration of Independence means today, what it meant 250 years ago, and how it's been celebrated throughout the years.

Link to Greg Jackson's podcast History That Doesn't Suck: https://www.htdspodcast.com/podcast
Link to Benjamin Sawyer's podcast The Road to Now: https://theroadtonow.com/
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History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser.

The Downing of Iran Air Flight 655 Jul 03, 2026

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July 3, 1988. The US Navy shoots down Iran Air Flight 655 after mistaking it for a military aircraft, killing all 290 people on board. This episode originally aired in 2025.

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America’s True Independence Day Jul 02, 2026

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July 2, 1776. The Continental Congress passes the Lee Resolution, declaring the American colonies’ intention to break away from Britain.

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The Creation of the Congo Free State Jul 01, 2026

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July 1, 1885. King Leopold II of Belgium founds the Congo Free State and installs a regime that will become infamous for its brutality. This episode originally aired in 2024.

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History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser.

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