History Daily
History Daily
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.
Episodes
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Feb 19, 2026 • 17min
The Feminine Mystique
A look at Betty Friedan's discovery of widespread dissatisfaction among suburban women. The journey from a 1957 reunion conversation to a rejected article and then a transformative book. Early publishing hurdles and the surprise reaction from readers. How that book helped spark second-wave feminism while also revealing its limits.
Feb 18, 2026 • 17min
The Execution of Dedan Kimathi
February 18, 1957. At the height of the Mau Mau Rebellion, British colonial authorities execute the leader of Kenya’s independence movement.
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Feb 17, 2026 • 19min
James Monroe Delivers the Treaty of Ghent
February 17, 1815. Future President James Monroe presents the Treaty of Ghent to the British, bringing a ceremonial end to the War of 1812. This episode originally aired in 2022.
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Feb 16, 2026 • 17min
Rescuers Reach Trapped Cave Explorer Floyd Collins
February 16, 1925. Rescuers finally reach cave explorer Floyd Collins, 18 days after he became trapped, capturing national attention in one of the first news stories brought to radio airwaves.
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History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser.Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily.
Feb 14, 2026 • 41min
Saturday Matinee: American History Tellers
A young Al Capone arrives in Chicago and climbs the violent bootlegging scene. Prohibition turns the city into a turf war battleground. Rival gangs, betrayals, and the rise of Tommy guns escalate into shocking public violence.
Feb 13, 2026 • 16min
Baseball’s Negro National League is Formed
A tale of the 1920 founding of the Negro National League and how racial violence and segregation shaped the need for Black baseball institutions. The rise and rule of Rube Foster, his conflicts over fairness, and fierce team rivalries. The league's peak, decline during the Depression, and its long legacy leading to later integration and modern recognition.
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Feb 12, 2026 • 16min
Dior Unveils the New Look
A retelling of Christian Dior's risky shift from art dealer to fashion designer and his dramatic 1947 debut collection. The story covers his early career struggles, his sister's return from wartime trauma, and the bold vision that transformed postwar style. Expect tension, creative reinvention, and the uproar that followed the show.
Feb 11, 2026 • 20min
The Egyptian Revolution
A sweeping look at the spark that ignited regional uprisings and how a single protester set off a chain reaction. It traces decades of repression, rigged politics, and economic anger that fed mass demonstrations. The narrative follows the dramatic Tahrir Square protests, the resignation of a long-time leader, and the chaotic political aftermath that followed.
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Feb 10, 2026 • 16min
David Bowie Becomes Ziggy Stardust
A musical reinvention tale where an artist adopts an alien alter ego to revive a stalled career. Stories range from a strange medical detail to early bands and a TV clash over appearance. Scenes from a New York trip and theatrical inspirations shape a bold new look. The first live performance and sudden breakthrough are recounted with vivid color.
Feb 9, 2026 • 17min
The Simpsons Makes Television History
February 9, 1997. The Simpsons makes television history with their 167th episode, surpassing The Flintstones as the longest-running primetime animated series.
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History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser.Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily.
