Episodes

  • Put On Your Sunday Clothes
    Feb 21 2026

    The textile industry brought many changes to America. It helped creat new jobs. People no longer had to make their own clothes. CLothing companies began popping up like weeds. Unfortunately sweat shops began as well. Join me as I discuss the history of the American fashion industry.

    https://textilefocus.com/history-of-the-american-textile-industry/

    https://www.srnteach.us/HIST1700/html/projects/unit3/popups/readings/garment.html

    https://www.gentlemansgazette.com/brooks-brothers-history/

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    13 mins
  • Return of The Two Old Hams
    Feb 14 2026

    For the Second time, my friend, Michael Towensend Wright, returns for a conversation. Join us a we discuss, The Grand Ole Opry, Radio shows and more. This episode promises to be a hoot.


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    36 mins
  • Come One, Come All
    Feb 7 2026

    Vaudville's roots are obscure. It was once the most popular form of entertainment. Many acts fame together in one theater. Many famous peple got started in vaudeville. Join me as I discuss the history of American vaudeville.


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    10 mins
  • Two Old Hams
    Jan 30 2026

    Since I started this podcast, there has been one person I have wanted to interview, and that is my good friend, Michael Townsend Wright. He is a comedian, actor singer, and one heck of a human being. He has had more celebrity encounters than anyone I've ever known. Join us as we discuss, backstage stories, music and show business. I als dedicate this episode to show business legend, "Uncle" Floyd Vivino.

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    38 mins
  • Life is A Highway
    Jan 24 2026

    As automobiles became more affordable train and river travel became less popular. As cars became more common, better roads were needed. Highways became a priority. U.S government stepped in to help bulild roads. Highways helped shape this country.

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    15 mins
  • Old Man River
    Jan 16 2026

    Before highways and railroads, rivers served as major transportation hubs. The Missouri and Mississippi were major waterways during these times. People relied on the rivers for transportation and supplies. Riverboats became big money for people. River travel became a way of life.

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    15 mins
  • just a matter of days
    Jan 11 2026

    Time is something we often take for granted.
    The calendar we use was not always the one Americans used.Time is something we often take for granted.
    The calendar we use was not always the one Americans lived by

    Join me as I discuss why the Gregorian calendar was adopted in the United States, and how traditions like Oktoberfest and St. Patrick’s Day made their way to America.

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    14 mins
  • Ring in the New Year
    Jan 3 2026

    New Year's traditions take many different forms. They comefrom many Different places. Some are more well known than others. Join me as I discuss the origin of New Year's traditions.

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    11 mins