Remember That Time: An Historical Podcast

The Fox Sisters Oct 28, 2024

We wrap up Spooky Season 2024 with the story of the Fox Sisters, three young women who brought about the spread of Spiritualism in the U.S. Psychic mediums who communicated with spirits, or frauds?

Disney's Haunted Mansion Oct 14, 2024

It's spooky season 2024! We kick things off with an episode all about the fascinating history and lore surrounding one of Disney's most popular attractions: The Haunted Mansion.

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Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Sep 30, 2024

Let's learn about Sir Arthur Conan Doyle - a man of many, many, many interests and talents. Like seriously, SO many. A doctor, an author, a spiritualist, and an absolute jock. Also, this is accidentally a Superwholock episode and we apologize to our friends and family for that.

The Pirates Anne Bonny, Mary Read, & Calico Jack Sep 16, 2024

This week, the story of 3 pirates unfolds before us! Join us as we learn all about Anne Bonny, Mary Read, & Calico Jack.

The West Virginia Mine Wars Sep 02, 2024

We're back! It's Labor Day in the U.S., so let's learn all about one of the country's largest labor movements: The West Virginia Mine Wars. We're joined this week by Kenzie New-Walker, Director of the WV Mine Wars Museum. We learn all about the history that led up to the conflict, what the miners were fighting for, and how it all still affects us today.

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Divine Jun 24, 2024

We wrap up Pride Month 2024 with an episode about Drag Icon and star of outrageous films, Divine! Thank you to our friend Maddie for the topic suggestion!

Programming Note: We will be away from the podcast until September 2024 as we both move over the next couple of months! We'll see you soon!

Magnus Hirschfeld Jun 10, 2024

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains mentions of suicide.

It's pride month 2024! And we're kicking things off with physician and sexologist, Magnus Hirschfeld. He laid the groundwork for us to study sex, gender, and sexuality from a medical perspective.

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Audrey Hepburn May 27, 2024

Let's talk about style icon, actress, dancer, and humanitarian, Audrey Hepburn. She inspired an era of fashion, gave us multiple generation-defining roles, and served children all over the world.

Jane Austen May 13, 2024

We're finally talking about one of our favorite authors, Jane Austen! She was the queen of satire, and terrified of the French Revolution. And we love her!

Alexis Soyer Apr 30, 2024

Ever wondered who was the first celebrity chef? Well, wonder no longer! This week, we're learning all about Alexis Soyer, who worked for the elite, but still fed the hungry.

The Solar Eclipse of 1780 Apr 15, 2024

After recently witnessing a solar eclipse, we decided it was time to learn about another eclipse from the past. Let's learn about Samuel Williams and the Eclipse of 1780!

The Tichborne Claimant Apr 01, 2024

This week... a rich noble family, a shipwreck, a scammer, and much more! It's the mysterious case of The Tichborne Claimant!

Michael Collins Mar 18, 2024

This week, we answer Ireland's call and learn all about Michael Collins, who did his best to keep Ireland together.

Mary McLeod Bethune Mar 04, 2024

We're back with our second episode of Black History Month (in March)! This week, we learn about Mary McLeod Bethune, a teacher who became one of the most powerful people in U.S. government.

Thank you all for your patience after we had to delay this episode while Anna was sick!

Mary Ann Shadd Cary Feb 12, 2024

Happy Black History Month! We're kicking things off by learning all about publisher, teacher, and abolitionist Mary Ann Shadd Cary.

Bob Ross Jan 29, 2024

Apparently, it's Public TV Icons Month here on RTT! This week, we learn about another PBS legend, and the artist who taught us all to make happy little trees: Bob Ross.

Jim Henson Jan 15, 2024

Let's learn about one of our childhood icons, a pioneer of puppetry, and the man who brought us the Muppets: Jim Henson. Warning- we definitely get emotional in this one.

Remember That New Year’s Day? Jan 01, 2024

It's 2024, and we're kicking the year off with a special, all about historical events that took place on New Year's Day! This week, we learn about Lincoln signing the Emancipation Proclamation, and about the first immigrants arriving at Ellis Island.

Johnny Appleseed Nov 20, 2023

It's the last episode of 2023, and we're learning about American folk hero, Johnny Appleseed! We'll talk at you all in the New Year!

The Dancing Plague of 1518 Nov 06, 2023

Why would a group of people just start dancing, and be unable to stop until praying to a statue? This week, we learn about the strange Dancing Plague of 1518!

The Greenbrier Ghost Oct 23, 2023

Appalachian Spooky Season continues with a WV haunting! This week, we're learning about the spirit who identified her own killer - the Greenbrier Ghost.

Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum Oct 09, 2023

It's officially Spooky Season 2023! This year, it's all about Appalachian haunted history. To kick things off, we're learning about a super haunted building, with a storied history: the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum.

Harry Houdini Sep 25, 2023

Let's learn about one of America's first celebrities, expert of the escape, and ultimate skeptic: Harry Houdini!

Mark Twain Sep 11, 2023

He came in with a comet & went out the same way. And in between, he wrote some of the most influential pieces of American literature. This week, we're learning all about Mark Twain!

Margaret Tudor Aug 14, 2023

You thought we were done with the Tudors? HA! It's time to learn all about Henry VIII's older sister, Margaret Tudor. She was a queen, she had the worst husbands, but she did her best to keep the peace.

Juliette Gordon Low Jul 31, 2023

A woman with a vision, a man who got on her nerves, and Cloudlands! Let's talk about Juliette Gordon Low and the Girl Scouts!

Agrippina the Younger Jul 17, 2023

This week, we're going back to the ancient world to learn all about the woman who was pulling all the strings in Rome: Agrippina the Younger. We've got drama, we've got plotting, we've got lots of people with the same 3 names.

The Newsboys’ Strike of 1899 Jul 03, 2023

This week, we're learning about the Newsboys' Strike of 1899, inspiration for Amanda's favorite musical. We also talk for a long time about Social Studies Fairs.

Billie Jean King Jun 19, 2023

Our Pride 2023 episodes continue, as we learn all about the absolute icon that is Billie Jean King. She paved the way for women and LGBTQIA+ folks in sports, and also destroyed a misogynist in one of the most famous tennis matches ever played.

Lesbians and Gays Support the Miners Jun 05, 2023

Happy Pride Month 2023! This week, we're diving into the group Lesbians and Gays Support the Miners, and learning all about how marginalized communities can and should work together to make change!

Jim Jones & Jonestown May 22, 2023

CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes discussions of abuse, SA, death, suicide, & cult tactics. Feel free to skip if those topics are not for you.

This week, we are once again discussing a dark topic: Cult leader Jim Jones & the tragedy at Jonestown. It's a long one, and Anna gets emotional. For real, this one is pretty sad.

The Cecil Hotel and Elisa Lam May 08, 2023

CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes discussions about death, murder, suicide, and mental health. If those topics are not for you, please skip this one!

This week, we're joined by Amanda's partner, Sawyer (of Sawyer Jokes fame) to learn all about the history of one of America's most infamous buildings: The Cecil Hotel. It's super haunted, and home to one of the strangest cases we've discussed so far on the podcast.

Queen Elizabeth II Part 2 Apr 24, 2023

It's part 2 of our deep dive into the life of Queen Elizabeth II. This week: the drama of the 90's, many royal firsts, and scandal after scandal.

Queen Elizabeth II Part 1 Apr 10, 2023

The time has finally arrived to tackle the subject of the longest-reigning British monarch, Queen Elizabeth II. Her life was long and fascinating, so it's a 2-parter, and here's part 1! Today, we learn all about Elizabeth's early life & reign, and spend a lot of time talking about her very frustrating marriage.

Dr. James Barry Mar 13, 2023

This week, we're learning all about Dr. James Barry who kind of stole his uncle's identity to get into medical school and then changed the sanitation systems for most of the British Empire. Join us, won't you??

Granville T. Woods Feb 28, 2023

Our Black History Month episodes continue, as we learn all about inventor Granville T. Woods, an electrical engineer who had over 50 patents in his lifetime!

Leah Chase Feb 14, 2023

Happy Black History Month! This week, we're learning all about the real-life inspiration for Princess Tiana, Leah Chase. She pioneered a brand new food scene in Louisiana and hosted some of this country's greatest Civil Rights leaders at her restaurant.

Empress Elisabeth of Austria Jan 31, 2023

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussions of body image, weight, disordered eating, and suicide.

This week, we're learning all about an absolutely fascinating royal: Empress Elisabeth of Austria. You might call her the original beauty influencer, considering how long her hair routine took.

The Patterson-Gimlin Film Jan 16, 2023

In our first episode of 2023, we're learning all about... Bigfoot. Or at least, a film of Bigfoot. Possibly. Maybe. The Patterson-Gimlin Film is largely considered to be one of the best pieces of Bigfoot evidence out there - but what do you think? Is it legit or just one of the most elaborate hoaxes of all time?

Rankin/Bass Dec 19, 2022

Did you want to learn even more about Rudolph this holiday season? Great! This week, we learn all about everyone's favorite holiday television specials by Rankin/Bass Productions.

Robert L. May Dec 05, 2022

It's the 2022 holiday season! This year, we're learning about some classic holiday topics - starting with everyone's favorite red-nosed reindeer and the man who brought him to life!

Remember That 100th Episode? Nov 21, 2022

100 Episodes! We celebrate by talking about 2 major events from 100 years ago: the start of the Irish Civil War, and the discovery of King Tut's tomb. We hope you enjoy this 100th episode special, and thank you all so much for your support over the years!

George VI Nov 07, 2022

This week, we learn about the reluctant King George VI, the man who was never supposed to be King of England. Without him, WWII would've been VERY different, and we never would've seen Elizabeth II on the throne!

Mary Shelley Oct 26, 2022

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussions of subjects that may be difficult for some listeners, including death & suicide.
It's our last spooky episode of the season, and this week, we're learning all about the original Goth Girl, who carried around her deceased husband's heart for... like, a long time. It's the creator of another famous literary monster, Mary Shelley!

Bram Stoker Oct 11, 2022

It's Spooky Season! And this year, there's a theme on a theme: Spooky Authors! We start off this week by learning all about the man who created Dracula - Bram Stoker.

C.S. Lewis Sep 26, 2022

This week, we learn all about life-long scholar and author, C.S. Lewis. We get a little mean about his absent father, and Anna gets unexpectedly emotional every time something a little sad happens.

Judy Garland Sep 12, 2022

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains content that may be upsetting for some listeners, including mentions of drug addiction, suicide, and abuse.

We're back! And this week, we're learning about Hollywood icon, Judy Garland. While her life was not terribly long, it was packed full of significant events, so buckle in for a lengthy episode. Thanks to everyone for your patience during our break last month!

Please note that this episode was recorded before the death of Queen Elizabeth II. We will, of course, be discussing the event in a future episode!

William Shakespeare Aug 01, 2022

He's a man of mystery, as there's not much out there about The Bard. But we're speculating with the rest of history as we learn all about Shakespeare in this week's episode!

Charles I of England Jul 18, 2022

This week, we return to royalty, as a slightly fevered Anna tells us all about the chaotic reign of Charles I of England.

Craig Rodwell Jul 04, 2022

It's Extended Pride Month! And this week, we're learning all about activist Craig Rodwell, and the first gay bookstore in the world!

Barbara Gittings Jun 20, 2022

It's our first episode of Pride Month 2022! This week, we're learning all about activist and book-lover, Barbara Gittings. Thanks everyone, for your patience after our short time off!

Eleanor Roosevelt May 24, 2022

It's our 90th (?!?!) episode! And this week, we're learning all about the woman who re-defined the office of First Lady of the United States: Eleanor Roosevelt.

Zelda Fitzgerald May 09, 2022

It's another week of Anna's hosting, as Amanda recovers from The Sickness. We're learning all about Zelda Fitzgerald, who may actually have been the real Great American Novelist, seeing as her husband stole most of his material from her.

Fulvia Apr 25, 2022

This week, we're going waaaaaay back to Ancient Rome, as we learn all about the real political powerhouse, Fulvia. Seeing as she made all the moves, we will henceforth refer to Mark Antony as "Fulvia's Husband".

The Gentleman Pirate Apr 11, 2022

Who wants to guess what Amanda's newest obsession is?! This week, we learn that pirates are complicated.

Princess Alice of Battenberg Mar 28, 2022

It's another Royal! A descendant of Victoria, a Princess of Greece, a nurse and a nun, mother-in-law to Queen Elizabeth II, and a hero of WWII. This week, Anna tells us all about Princess Alice of Battenberg.

Mr. Rogers Mar 14, 2022

This week, we learn all about our favorite neighbor, Mr. Rogers. We get very emotional in this one, friends. Buckle up.

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Langston Hughes Feb 28, 2022

It's our last episode of Black History Month 2022. This week, Anna tells us all about one of her all-time favorite poets, Langston Hughes!

Jesse Owens Feb 15, 2022

It's Black History Month! And this week, we're learning all about one of the greatest athletes of all time, Olympian Jesse Owens.

Mary, Queen of Scots Feb 01, 2022

Just when you thought you'd never hear us talk about Henry VIII again, he rears his ugly head as we learn all about his great-niece, Mary, Queen of Scots. A Queen at just 6 days old, Mary's life was.... a little all over the place.

Jonathan Larson Jan 17, 2022

This week, we learn about one of our favorite writers, Jonathan Larson. And we talk about RENT.... so much.

Remember That New Year’s Special Jan 04, 2022

Happy 2022! Our first episode of the year is not only our 80th (!!) episode, but also a New Year's Special! We're learning all about a couple of our New Year's Eve traditions and wishing everyone a safe and happy new year.

Jimmy Stewart Dec 20, 2021

A Hollywood legend and the star of one of the best holiday films of all time? Yep, we're talking all about Jimmy Stewart this week!

Bing Crosby Dec 06, 2021

We're back from our short hiatus! And we're getting into the holiday spirit... kinda. This week, Amanda tells us all about the Christmas Crooner, Bing Crosby!

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow Oct 25, 2021

This week, we learn all about the truth behind America's first ghost story: The Legend of Sleep Hollow. Who was the real Ichabod Crane? Was there really a headless horseman in the little village of Sleepy Hollow?

The Queen Mary Oct 11, 2021

It's spooky season! And our first spooky episode this year is all about The Queen Mary (the boat, of course), and its many hauntings.

Shirley Temple Sep 27, 2021

Hop aboard the Good Ship Lollipop, as we learn all about child star turned diplomat, Shirley Temple! We also talk a lot about how cute Amanda's hair used to be.

John Brown Sep 13, 2021

This week, we're back to some West Virginia history, as we learn all about John Brown. He was a life-long abolitionist who made himself a martyr by rushing in to a raid on a federal armory. Yeah, he's a lot.

Nellie Bly Aug 25, 2021

She was a journalist who changed the game for women writers. And women in general. This week, we learn all about the brilliant writer, Nellie Bly!

The Sodder Children Disappearance Aug 11, 2021

This week, it's another unsolved mystery! Amanda takes us to our home state to tell us about a mysterious house fire, and possible kidnapping? Will we ever know what happened to the Sodder children?

Archduke Franz Ferdinand Jul 26, 2021

This week, we're back to learning about another member of European nobility, as we discuss Archduke Franz Ferdinand. He was... an odd one, whose assassination lead to a World War.

Bonnie & Clyde Jul 12, 2021

This week, we learn all about the criminal couple, Bonnie & Clyde. Be warned: this episode contains many, many tangents. We also introduce a new segment, with which we'll need your help!

Alan L. Hart Jun 28, 2021

He was a novelist, a doctor who revolutionized detecting and treating TB, and one of the first trans men in the U.S. to undergo FTM reassignment surgery. For our last Pride episode of 2021, we're learning all about Alan L. Hart!

Harvey Milk Jun 15, 2021

Happy Pride! This month, we're learning all about LGBTQIA+ history, and we start it off with Amanda telling us all about one of the most important activists of our time, Harvey Milk. He was a politician who brought about big changes, and paved the way for future LGBTQIA+ representatives.

Marilyn Monroe May 31, 2021

Hello, Norma Jeane. This week, we talk about Hollywood icon, Marilyn Monroe.

Stonewall Jackson May 17, 2021

This week, our friend Caitlin drops by as a guest host, to teach us all about The Man, The Myth, The Lemon: Stonewall Jackson. He was a bad person, with a lot of... interesting habits. This one gets weird, so buckle up, y'all.

D. B. Cooper May 03, 2021

This week, Amanda tells us all about another unsolved mystery of history (we love a rhyme)! Who was the infamous high-jacker, D.B. Cooper? Why was he Like This? We want to hear your theories!

Princess Grace of Monaco Apr 19, 2021

This week, we learn all about star of stage and screen who became a real-life princess, Grace Kelly. Thank you to Cassie for suggesting this topic!

Captain America Comics Apr 05, 2021

This week, we learn about the history behind the ever-evolving Captain America Comics! Amanda tells us all about how these stories and the character changed with the times to reflect the values held by the writers and the audience.

W. B. Yeats Mar 22, 2021

Our month of Irish history continues! This week, we're learning all about incredible poet, and noted occultist, W. B. Yeats.

Grace O'Malley Mar 08, 2021

It's March, so naturally, we're ready to talk all things Irish! This week, we learn about the seafaring, swashbuckling Pirate Queen of Ireland, Grace O'Malley.

Nina Simone Feb 15, 2021

We continue our Black History Month episodes this week, as we learn all about one of the greatest musicians of all time, Nina Simone. An artist, an activist, and frankly, a bit of a genius.

Madam C. J. Walker Feb 01, 2021

We begin Black History Month by learning all about self-made millionaire, absolute boss Madam C. J. Walker. A brilliant business woman and self-care queen, Madam C. J. Walker opened the door for so many Black and female entrepreneurs.

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec Jan 18, 2021

This week, we learn about the Post-Impressionist artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. Apologies for the audio issues at the beginning of the episode, we promise they don't last long!

Emily Dickinson Jan 05, 2021

It's the first episode of 2021! Get ready to get extra credit in your lit classes, cause we're learning all about Emily Dickinson and how she was definitely a lesbian.

Remember That Holiday Special? #2 Dec 21, 2020

It's another RTT Holiday Special! This year, we're learning about Christmas Day events. Amanda teaches us about The Christmas Truce of 1914, and the first performance of Silent Night. Anna teaches us all about Washington Crossing the Delaware, and Apollo 8 orbiting the moon!

Diana, Princess of Wales Dec 08, 2020

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussions of eating disorders. If you are struggling with an eating disorder or body image issues, call or text the National Eating Disorders Association hotline at 1-800-931-2237. For crisis situations, text “NEDA” to 741741 to be connected with the Crisis Text Line.

This week, we learn about the People's Princess, Diana. Queen of charitable causes, fashion icon, and international treasure.

Mothman Nov 23, 2020

This week, we learn all about Amanda's favorite cryptid, and the history behind it: Mothman. We also do a lot of rambling about West Virginia. You know us.

Dr. Seuss Nov 11, 2020

He was a cartoonist, a writer and producer of military films during WWII, and he basically taught us all how to read. Let's learn about Dr. Seuss!

Bedlam Oct 26, 2020

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussions of mental illness, as well as descriptions of abuse that may be upsetting for some listeners.
This week, Amanda tells us all about the history of Bedlam. Creepy statues and absurd practices. No wonder "bedlam" means chaos.

Salem Witch Trials Oct 12, 2020

It's spooky season! So we're once again doing some spoOoOoky topics for the month of October! What caused the mass hysteria that lead to the Salem Witch Trials in 1692? Was it normal teenage angst or poison wheat? The world may never know.

The Easter Rising Sep 28, 2020

It's our 50th episode! This week, we learn all about one of Ireland's most successful rebellions, The Easter Rising!

George Eliot Sep 07, 2020

She was an author with strong opinions, who didn't fool anyone for long with her pen name. This week, we learn about George Eliot!

The Lost Colony of Roanoke Aug 26, 2020

How do you lose an entire colony twice? Did the people of Roanoke vanish, or simply move on? This week, Amanda teaches us all about The Lost Colony of Roanoke.

Sofka Skipwith Aug 10, 2020

A Russian Princess, a secretary, and the saver of many lives. This week, we learn about Sofka Skipwith! Thank you to our listener, Pendragoner, for the suggestion!

Amelia Earhart Jul 29, 2020

She wanted to be a successful woman in any male-dominated field, and she sure did accomplish that. Her life was fascinating, but far too short. This week, we learn about Amelia Earhart.

Marie Antoinette Jul 13, 2020

Was she entirely responsible for the French Revolution, or was she the victim of poor historical timing? This week, we learn all about Marie Antoinette!

No Homosapiens Jun 22, 2020

This week, we are joined by friend of the podcast, AJ Ganaros! We continue our Pride Month episodes, as AJ and Amanda teach us all about some people from history that were stealth (or not-so-stealth) about their sexuality. If you're checking us out on Facebook this week, please consider donating to the Trevor Project via the donate button on the post featuring this episode!

Stonewall Riots Jun 08, 2020

Protests and riots spark revolution. As we celebrate Pride Month here on RTT, we remember that we wouldn't have Pride without protest, and without the hard work and sacrifice of black trans women.

King Edward VIII May 26, 2020

A once popular King turns into an enemy of the Royal Family when he marries a divorced woman and basically becomes a Nazi. It's complicated. This week, we learn all about Edward VIII.

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