Today In History

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  1. 12/03/2025

    Today In History December 3, 2025

    Today In History December 3, 2025 Welcome back to Today in History! Here’s what happened on December 3rd. In 1818, Illinois became the 21st U.S. state, opening the door for Chicago and the Midwest to rise into economic powerhouses. In 1833, the American Anti-Slavery Society was founded, becoming a major force pushing the nation toward the end of slavery. Jump to 1967—Dr. Christiaan Barnard performed the first successful human heart transplant, proving that modern medicine could literally restart life. But December 3rd also carries tragedy: in 1984, the Bhopal disaster struck India, becoming one of the worst industrial accidents in history and changing global safety standards forever. On a lighter note, 1992 brought the first SMS text message—a simple “Merry Christmas” that launched the texting era. And in 1994, Sony released the original PlayStation in Japan, reshaping gaming forever. And birthdays! Joseph Conrad, Ozzy Osbourne, Julianne Moore, and Brendan Fraser all entered the world on this day. That’s your December 3rd in history. See you tomorrow! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/today-in-history--5827249/support.

    6 min

  2. 12/02/2025

    Your History for december 2nd, 2025

    Your History for december 1st In 1823, President James Monroe issued the Monroe Doctrine, warning European powers to stay out of the Western Hemisphere. It became one of the most important foreign policy statements in U.S. history. Jump to 1804: Napoleon Bonaparte crowned himself Emperor of the French, signaling his rise from revolutionary general to full-on imperial ruler. On the same day in 1804, the Louvre officially became a public museum — transforming a former royal palace into a home for some of the world’s greatest art. In 1947, A Streetcar Named Desire premiered on Broadway, introducing Marlon Brando’s iconic “Stellaaaa!” and changing American theater forever. And in 1982, doctors implanted the first permanent artificial heart, the Jarvik-7, into patient Barney Clark — a milestone that pushed medical science into the future. That’s your December 2nd — a day of power, art, innovation, and history. Follow for more daily moments from the past! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/today-in-history--5827249/support.

    6 min

  3. 12/01/2025

    Today In History December 1, 2025

    Today In History December 1, 2025 Welcome back to Today in History. Here’s what happened on December 1st. In 1955, Rosa Parks changed the world with one powerful word: “No.” When she refused to give up her seat on a Montgomery bus, her arrest sparked the year-long bus boycott that helped launch the Civil Rights Movement and elevate a young Martin Luther King Jr. onto the national stage. December 1st is also World AIDS Day, first recognized in 1988 a global reminder to support those affected by HIV/AIDS and continue the push for awareness, compassion, and medical progress. In 1990, deep beneath the English Channel, British and French crews broke through the final wall of rock, meeting face-to-face to complete the main tunnel of the Chunnel, one of the greatest engineering feats of the century. And going back to 1640, Portugal restored its independence from Spain an enduring celebration of national identity and resilience. From courage, to health advocacy, to engineering triumphs, December 1st is a day of breakthroughs. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/today-in-history--5827249/support.

    6 min

  4. 11/30/2025

    Today In History November 30, 2025

    Today In History November 30, 2025 On this day in 1835, American literature gained a legend: Mark Twain, the author whose humor and insight shaped generations. In 1939, the Winter War erupted as the Soviet Union invaded Finland, launching one of WWII’s most dramatic David-versus-Goliath battles. Fast-forward to 1954, when Winston Churchill stepped down as British prime minister for the final time, closing a defining chapter of 20th-century leadership. In 2021, Barbados became a republic, removing Queen Elizabeth II as head of state and marking a major moment in Caribbean self-determination. And on a somber note, in 2001, the world lost George Harrison, the “quiet Beatle” whose music and spiritual influence still echo today. Other highlights: the first international soccer match in 1872 and the release of iconic albums like Pink Floyd’s The Wall and Michael Jackson’s Thriller—both reshaping music history. That’s November 30 — a day of creativity, courage, transformation, and lasting cultural impact. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/today-in-history--5827249/support.

    7 min

  5. 11/28/2025

    Today In History November 28, 2025

    Today In History November 28, 2025 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/today-in-history--5827249/support.

    6 min

  6. 11/27/2025

    Today In History November 27, 2025

    Today In History November 27, 2025 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/today-in-history--5827249/support.

    6 min

  7. 11/13/2025

    Today In History November 13, 2025

    Today In History November 13, 2025 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/today-in-history--5827249/support.

    6 min

  8. 11/12/2025

    Today In History November 12, 2025

    Today In History November 12, 2025 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/today-in-history--5827249/support.

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  • Creator
    joaquin otanez
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
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    © Copyright joaquin otanez
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    Today In History