A Bend in Time

The History Museum

The History Museum proudly presents “A Bend in Time,” a podcast of curated histories of the greater South Bend, Indiana area. Hosted by Aaron Helman, the newest eight-episode series, ”Street Names, Vol. 1" explores the map of St. Joseph County and the origins of many of the streets that we travel daily. From political heroes, university legends, and civil war heroes, to French explorers and original pioneers, there is a surprising amount of history in our very city roads. Did you know that Brick, Day, and Ireland roads are all named for historic people? Or that our county has only had three streets named after African American individuals? Learn about all of these and more in this series. Episodes every Tuesday beginning April 7.  Visit https://www.historymuseumsb.org/see-do/a-bend-in-time/ for more information!

  1. 3D AGO

    Series 06-05: African American Heroes

    Episode 5: African American Heroes   As you walk, drive, or bike through St. Joseph County, you'll find roads named for trees, flowers, national heroes, and local figures. However, you'll be hard-pressed to find many named for African American individuals. Learn about three trailblazers who made a difference and the roads that were (re)named for them in this episode of A Bend in Time.    Part of Series 6: Street Names, Volume 1 A Bend in Time is presented by The History Museum in South Bend, Indiana and hosted by Aaron Helman.  This series is generously sponsored by the Doug Hunt Family. Visit The History Museum's website at historymuseumsb.org

    17 min

  2. APR 28

    Series 06-04: Original Pioneers

    Episode 4: Original Pioneers   When you travel down Ireland Road, do you think of the green fields of Ireland? Or perhaps of the Fighting Irish? Think again! Samuel Irvin Houston Ireland was a very early Mishawaka resident and the first county assessor - our very own "Uncle Sam." Learn more about his family, along with the origins of Day Road and Navarre Street, in this episode of A Bend in Time.    Part of Series 6: Street Names, Volume 1 A Bend in Time is presented by The History Museum in South Bend, Indiana and hosted by Aaron Helman.  This series is generously sponsored by the Doug Hunt Family. Visit The History Museum's website at historymuseumsb.org

    22 min

  3. APR 21

    Series 06-03: University Legends

    Episode 3: University Legends   You might know the story behind Rockne Boulevard or Sorin Street, but did you know the stones in Notre Dame's Grotto paid for a family’s mortgage? Or why there are so many streets named for saints near campus? Learn about these and more in this episode of A Bend in Time!   Interested in learning more about notable Notre Dame figures? Search the University Archives collection here!    Part of Series 6: Street Names, Volume 1 A Bend in Time is presented by The History Museum in South Bend, Indiana and hosted by Aaron Helman.  This series is generously sponsored by the Doug Hunt Family. Visit The History Museum's website at historymuseumsb.org

    21 min

  4. APR 14

    Series 06-02: Forgotten Political Figures

    Episode 2: Forgotten Political Figures   Driving down Brick Road or Sample Street, one assumes their common names are references former brick pavers, or perhaps a free sample of something - and one would be wrong. Learn about the legendary political figures Samuel Sample and Abraham Lincoln Brick in this episode of A Bend in Time.    While in Congress, Samuel Sample corresponded regularly regarding political matters with Schuyler Colfax, who ran the local Whig newspaper at the time. Read his letters at The History Museum's online collections portal.    Part of Series 6: Street Names, Volume 1 A Bend in Time is presented by The History Museum in South Bend, Indiana and hosted by Aaron Helman.  This series is generously sponsored by the Doug Hunt Family. Visit The History Museum's website at historymuseumsb.org

    18 min

  5. APR 7

    Series 06-01: Lathrop, Miner, Taylor

    Episode 1: Lathrop, Miner, Taylor Join us as on A Bend In Time as we travel across South Bend to find the stories behind the names of Lathrop Street, Miner Street, and Taylor Street. See photos of Lathrop Taylor and Miner Listenberger, Taylor's original post office, and even the key to his general store at The History Museum's online artifact collection!    Part of Series 6: Street Names, Volume 1 A Bend in Time is presented by The History Museum in South Bend, Indiana and hosted by Aaron Helman.  This series is generously sponsored by the Doug Hunt Family. Visit The History Museum's website at historymuseumsb.org

    20 min

  6. 09/30/2025

    Series 05-08: Ghosts of the Gilded Age

    Episode 8: Ghosts of the Gilded Age A restored Birdsell Mansion, whispers of West Washington tunnels, Tippecanoe Place’s stairway specters, Studebaker’s after-hours echoes, and a doll named Lucy who might not like strangers.   Part of Series 5: Spooky South Bend A Bend in Time is presented by The History Museum in South Bend, Indiana and hosted by Aaron Helman.  Visit The History Museum's website at historymuseumsb.org

    19 min

  7. 09/30/2025

    Series 05-07: Shadows from the East

    Episode 7: Shadows from the East From Bristol’s Opera House ghosts (Beth, Helen, and Percy) to Elkhart’s Old Bag Factory and Mishawaka’s original Hacienda mansion, we tour stages, shop floors, and dining rooms that refuse to sleep.   Part of Series 5: Spooky South Bend A Bend in Time is presented by The History Museum in South Bend, Indiana and hosted by Aaron Helman.  Visit The History Museum's website at historymuseumsb.org

    21 min

  8. 09/30/2025

    Series 05-06: Grave Warnings

    Episode 6: Grave Warnings After-hours legends from Michiana’s cemeteries: Little Egypt’s angry spirits, Primrose’s Troll Bridge, Portage Prairie’s quiet Dunkards, and South Bend City Cemetery’s bridge to nowhere, where some swear they hear water that never flowed.   Part of Series 5: Spooky South Bend A Bend in Time is presented by The History Museum in South Bend, Indiana and hosted by Aaron Helman.  Visit The History Museum's website at historymuseumsb.org

    21 min
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About

The History Museum proudly presents “A Bend in Time,” a podcast of curated histories of the greater South Bend, Indiana area. Hosted by Aaron Helman, the newest eight-episode series, ”Street Names, Vol. 1" explores the map of St. Joseph County and the origins of many of the streets that we travel daily. From political heroes, university legends, and civil war heroes, to French explorers and original pioneers, there is a surprising amount of history in our very city roads. Did you know that Brick, Day, and Ireland roads are all named for historic people? Or that our county has only had three streets named after African American individuals? Learn about all of these and more in this series. Episodes every Tuesday beginning April 7.  Visit https://www.historymuseumsb.org/see-do/a-bend-in-time/ for more information!

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  • Creator
    The History Museum
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    45
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    A Bend in Time

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