Bite Out of History

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By: Star 104.3 (WQNQ-FM)

United States history is the greatest story ever told, and it grows every day. We all learned the highlights in school, but what about the bites in between? "Bite Out of History" gives a 60 second synopsis of a crazy, humorous, shocking, and/or little unknown facts of our nations history. "Bite Out of History" is that hook that grabs you so you can research and learn our History deeper for yourself.

When did the Civil War end?
#47
Today at 5:36 PM

Was it after Appomatox?  When did the Civil War officially end?


Is it really the National Anthem?
#46
Today at 5:33 PM

We know it as the National Anthem, but is it official?  And how many ties to England does the song have?


Mr. Lincoln Goes to Washington
#45
Today at 5:30 PM

Mr. Abraham Lincoln makes the trek from Illiniois to his new home of Washington DC to become President.  The trip doesn't go exactly as planned.


The Rodent Weather Reporter
#44
02/06/2026

We celebrate "Groundhog Day" every February 2nd...but what's the history behind the holiday?


Presidential Assassination Attempt
#43
02/06/2026

A mad man attempts to assasinate President Jackson...he fights back.


Draft Pardons
#42
02/06/2026

President Jimmy Carter decides to help heal the country after the Vietname War.  Find out how...


Roberto Clemente
#41
12/30/2025

A look at baseball player and humanitarian Roberto Clemente.


History of the Library of Congress
#40
12/30/2025

The fiery history of the Library of Congress.


George Washington
#39
12/30/2025

A quick biography on our first President, George Washington.


Battle of Quebec
#38
12/30/2025

A decisive battle to try and win Canada during the American Revolution.


The Myth of Paul Revere
#37
12/30/2025

Let's dive into the myth of truth behind Paul Revere.


Mason-Dixon Line
#36
12/30/2025

You've heard of the Mason-Dixon line?  Here's how it was created.


The Story of Billy Beer
#35
09/23/2025

How about using the popularity of the United States President to sell Beer?  Someone tried it...kinda.


A Brand Change
#34
09/23/2025

When did the United States begin being called "The United States"?  We'll discuss.


Battle Of Atlanta
#33
09/23/2025

General Sherman is on his March to the Sea during the American Civil War and the city of Atlanta is in his way.  Total warfare is waged.


Government Railroads?
#32
08/27/2025

When a massive strike of rail workers threatens to shut down commerce and more in the US, the Government takes action.


A Lot of Hot Air
#31
08/27/2025

The first Tarnsatlantic Flight in a Balloon


No One Told Them
#30
08/14/2025

The Confederate War Ship CSS Shenandoah is the Bearing Sea around Alaska waging war on Union Merchant Ships...but no one has told them that the Civil War is over.


The Introduction of Income Tax
#29
08/05/2025

President Lincoln comes up with a plan to help pay for the Union's fight in the Civil War.  A plan we're still not fond of to this day.


Atlanta Olympic Bombing
#28
08/05/2025

A tragedy in Atlanta in 1996 sparks a nationwide manhunt that will last for years.


Nixon Talks to the Moon
#27
08/05/2025

As the astronauts walk on the surface of the moon they recieve a phon call...from The President.


New York City Draft Riots
#26
08/05/2025

The Enrollment Act angers people in New York City who don't believe in the Civil War.  Violence errupts, we'll discuss.


President Zachary Taylor
#25
08/05/2025

The United States loses a President due to illness.


Colonists Seek "Common Sense"
#24
08/05/2025

A political pamphlet helps spark a revolution.


The GI Bill
#23
08/05/2025

The GI Bill is introduced to help the Veterans of World War 2 and still helps Vets today.


John F. Kennedy Wins Medal for Courage
#22
08/05/2025

John F. Kennedy is a hero on the battlefield and wins a medal.


The Marshall Plan
#21
08/05/2025

The Marshall Plan lays out the steps to help rebuild Europe after World War 2.


The Space Race
#20
08/05/2025

John F. Kennedy pledges that the United States will win the Space Race against Russia.


The Conscription Act
#19
08/05/2025

The Selective Service Act is passed and the United States begins to enter World War 1.


How To Move a Country's Capital
#18
08/05/2025

How exactly do you move a Country's entire Capital from Philadlephia to Washington DC?  We'll discuss...


The Lusitania
#17
08/05/2025

The sinking of a ship (among other things) starts a war for the US.


Electricity Comes to the White House
#16
08/05/2025

The White House gets an upgrade...Electricity!


The Big Cheese
#15
08/05/2025

Politics, a party, and a big wheel of cheese in this Historical Moment!


The Beef Depot Monument?
#14
08/05/2025

You know it as the Washington Monument, but have you ever heard it called "The Beef Depot Monument"?


For The Love Of Animals
#13
08/04/2025

The birth of the ASPCA.  We'll discuss...


The Story of John Gotti
#12
08/04/2025

He's called the "Teflon Don"...the notorious Mob Boss John Gotti.


The US Enters WW1
#11
08/04/2025

After much debate, it's decided that the US must enter World War 1 for the good of the planet.


1st US Air Combat Mission
#10
08/04/2025

The story of the 1st US Air Combat Mission.


From Coffee Service to the President
#9
08/04/2025

A young man serving coffee to the troops during the Civil War becomes President.


Inauguration of President Lincoln
#8
08/04/2025

It was a time of high tensions.  A speech was needed to calm the masses.  Did Lincoln deliver?  We discuss.