History Episodes

We all know Jackie Robinson was the first African American baseball player to play in the major leagues. The Society for American Baseball Research has additional information which goes back to the late 19th century and mentions players who may have preceded Jackie Robinson. In addition, who were the first black players to play major league baseball in St. Louis? The answer may surprise you. We must remember their contributions to our history.

Anthony Benton Gude portrays the serenity and history of the Midwest through his oil paintings, watercolors, and murals. Remarkable in his own right, he is not a stranger to artists or their lives being the grandson of Thomas Hart Benton. Discover more about Anthony Benton Gude and his love for the canvas and how he brings it to life. https://anthonybentongude.com/

Part III of our discussion on Better Together with Dr. Terry Jones from the University of Missouri-St. Louis. He begins to peel back the layers of the onion and talks about aspects of the plan which you may not know.

Part II of a multi-part series. Better Together has a plan to put St. Louis City and St. Louis County back together from the split in the late 19th century. Will we be "Better Together" under this encompassing plan? We discuss the 180 page plan as an overview and give some thoughts. https://www.bettertogetherstl.com/ https://www.bettertogetherstl.com/recommendations

Dr. Terry Jones from the University of Missouri-St. Louis discusses the history of the why St. Louis City and St. Louis County split apart in the late 19th century. What caused the breakup and was there any remorse after? This is Part I of a multi-part series on the breakup of St. Louis City and St. Louis County. Later parts will include information on "Better Together" and their plan to put things back together. To get a PDF of his book which is out of print, ask him at: terry.jones@umsl.edu

The U.S.S. Missouri is 75 years old and she has a permanent place alongside another historic ship in Pearl Harbor. "The USS Missouri Memorial Association is dedicated to preserving the Battleship Missouri and sharing her story and place in history." Mike Carr, President and CEO of the Association relates what has been and is currently being done to help visitors understand the role the U.S.S. Missouri played during World War 2. Let's celebrate her birthday and the U.S.S. Missouri Memorial Assoc...

John Atkins, Petty Officer Third Class Machinist's Mate, was a member of the crew of the U.S.S. Missouri from the time she left the Brooklyn Shipyard, during the kamikaze attack, and was present at the Japanese Surrender. His service on this historic battleship is an account of history. https://ussmissouri.org/

In memory of the 90th birthday of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., we focus and reflect on the power of his spoken words to followers and to his daughter. Faith Morris from the National Civil Rights Museum discusses the KING DAY 2019 and what to expect when visiting the museum. https://www.civilrightsmuseum.org/

Remembering Michael Castro. Chris Mullen from KWRH-LP discusses her memories of St. Louis' first poet laureate Michael Castro.

John McManus, an award-winning professor, author, and military historian joins us to explain events leading up to the attack on Pearl Harbor and how the United States responded immediately after the attack. http://johncmcmanus.com/

Lincoln's Gettysburg Address: A speech many school children have memorized and one that has endured through time. What about this speech gives us cause to wonder and contemplate? Ian Patrick Hunt, historian and the chief of acquisitions at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum in Springfield, Illinois provides a history and reveals some of the inspiration that went into this 272 word gem. https://www.alplm.org/

The pogrom of November 9, 10 of 1938: at least 91 Jews were killed, 30,000 were arrested and incarcerated in Nazi concentration camps, hundreds of synagogues were burned, and over 7,000 Jewish businesses destroyed or damaged. Can this happen again? Daniel Reich from the St. Louis Holocaust Museum & Learning Center provides insight and describes the role of the Holocaust Museum & Learning Center in educating and empowering visitors to make the world a more tolerant place by rejecting all forms o...

Kenneth B. Morris, Jr. who is a direct descendant of Frederick Douglass and Booker T. Washington speaks about human trafficking, one million abolitionists, and the work of the Frederick Douglass Family Initiative. www.fdfi.org/

History To You: Their goal is simple: to stimulate positive change by increasing awareness of the cultural richness of African-American history. Get reignited in learning about your history in an interactive way! www.historytoyou.org/

Often passed by without much thought and used as a focal point for concerts and food venues, the Soldiers Memorial Military Museum and Court of Honor will reopen November 3, 2018 after a two year absence and a $30 million makeover. Jim Conrad and Erik Biggs from Mackey Mitchell Architects and Karen Goering from the Missouri Historical Society showcase some of the changes which make this one of St. Louis' hidden gems. Discover more about the week long celebration which will take place culminating...

Brigadier General C. David Turner (retired) discusses his career and the honor being given to him as a park is named in his honor in Rock Hill, MO.

Dr. Terry Jones. professor emeritus from the University of Missouri-St. Louis updates us on his book "Fragmented by Design: Why St. Louis Has So Many Governments." Why did the City of St. Louis divorce St. Louis County and what were their reasons? What about all the attempts to get back together? Is there hope for this troubled separation that has been going on for 142 years? To get a PDF of his book which is out of print, ask him at: terry.jones@umsl.edu

David Gorden describes an upcoming exhibit at Urb Arts with fellow artist Lorenzo Lizano on the comic works they have produced including David's graphic novel, Kwame Hightower And the Man with No Name. https://www.facebook.com/KwameHightower/ https://www.urbarts.org/events/super-black-the-comic-art-of-lorenzo-lizana-david-gorden/ https://comicvine.gamespot.com/david-gorden/4040-74472/ Radio63119 is six months old and going strong! What lies ahead? Find out from general manager Ellie Wharton....

Learn more about Juneteenth and the significance of the celebration. How did Forty Acres and a Mule end up being a broken promise? Ian Darnell from the Griot Museum of Black History and Culture discusses what they have in store for Juneteenth and beyond. https://www.thegriotmuseum.com/ https://www.facebook.com/TheGriotTellsOurStory/

An enlightening conversation with attorney Beth McCarter on legal documents (Health Care Declaration, Health Care POA, Durable POA, Will & Testament, Trusts). http://missourilawyershelp.org/ http://www.mobar.org/ Father Dickson has a cemetery named in his honor. Who was he and why is this cemetery important. Listen to Ernest Jordan and Karen Mozee provide valuable history for our community and the greater St. Louis area.

Julie Dunn-Morton from the St. Louis Mercantile Library discusses the history of the library and the upcoming Art and Print Fair. http://www.umsl.edu/mercantile/about-the-library/index.html Perspective: Do you see all sides of a discussion? Viewing the other side of the discussion.

An interview with Jon Clark who is retiring as principal at Webster Groves High School. Discussion on the Landmark Supreme Court Case from St. Louis: Hazelwood v Kuhlmeier (1988)

An interview and conversation with Lee Drake about his new book "A Firebell in the Night" which documents black culture and society in St. Louis in the nineteenth century. https://www.pagepublishing.com/books/?book=a-firebell-in-the-night Interview and discussion with Peter Kastor from Washington University in St. Louis. We look back on the founding fathers, the Federal government organization and more. https://history.artsci.wustl.edu/peter_kastor

On the 50th anniversary of the death of Martin Luther King, Jr. six Eden Seminary graduates celebrating their 50th reunion recount their stories of how civil rights shaped their lives and ministries prior to and after the event on April 4, 1968.