Bite Out of History
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.
The Introduction of Income Tax
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
A tragedy in Atlanta in 1996 sparks a nationwide manhunt that will last for years.
Nixon Talks to the Moon
As the astronauts walk on the surface of the moon they recieve a phon call...from The President.
New York City Draft Riots
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
The United States loses a President due to illness.
Colonists Seek "Common Sense"
A political pamphlet helps spark a revolution.
The GI Bill
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
John F. Kennedy is a hero on the battlefield and wins a medal.
The Marshall Plan
The Marshall Plan lays out the steps to help rebuild Europe after World War 2.
The Space Race
John F. Kennedy pledges that the United States will win the Space Race against Russia.
The Conscription Act
The Selective Service Act is passed and the United States begins to enter World War 1.
How To Move a Country's Capital
How exactly do you move a Country's entire Capital from Philadlephia to Washington DC? We'll discuss...
The Lusitania
The sinking of a ship (among other things) starts a war for the US.
Electricity Comes to the White House
The White House gets an upgrade...Electricity!
The Big Cheese
Politics, a party, and a big wheel of cheese in this Historical Moment!
The Beef Depot Monument?
You know it as the Washington Monument, but have you ever heard it called "The Beef Depot Monument"?
For The Love Of Animals
The birth of the ASPCA. We'll discuss...
The Story of John Gotti
He's called the "Teflon Don"...the notorious Mob Boss John Gotti.
The US Enters WW1
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
The story of the 1st US Air Combat Mission.
From Coffee Service to the President
A young man serving coffee to the troops during the Civil War becomes President.
Inauguration of President Lincoln
It was a time of high tensions. A speech was needed to calm the masses. Did Lincoln deliver? We discuss.
2 Generals Shot with Unbelievable Similarities
The story of 2 Generals shot with unbelievable similarities during the Civil War.
Birth of the Teddy Bear
Most kids have a Teddy Bear, but where did the idea of the Teddy Bear come from?
Historical Karma At It's Best
The British soldiers think they've won Washington DC...till Mother Nature steps in.
The Life of Rosa Parks
We visit the life and accomplishments of Rosa Parks.
Lincoln becomes Frustrated
President Lincoln becomes frustrated with littlle action by the Union Armies and makes a decleration.
The very first Presidential Inauguration
We discuss the very first Presidential Innauguartion. Spoiler Alert...it wasn't in Philadlephia!
A SUPREME Relationship
A relationship that almost became SUPREME. We'll discuss...
The Story of the Golden Gate Bridge
A suspension bridge is designed to link San Francisco and a color that will become iconic is chosen for it.
The Union Ironclad USS Monitor
Naval battles take on a new look with the IronClads during the Civil War.
The White House Christmas Tree
The history of the holiday tradition of the White House Christmas Tree.
The Wright Brothers....and Sister?
The Wright Brothers needed support as they invented the airplane. They found this support in their sister.
The Death of John Lennon
A musical icon is killed. We tell his story.
What is Absaroka?
Absorka...the state that never was. We'll discuss.
America buries a President
President Kennedy is laid to rest as the nation watches.
History of US Time Zones
As we travel we hit different time zones. How were those created? We'll discuss...
Happy Birthday US Marine Corp
As conflicts increase on American soil a fighting force is needed. The United States Marine Corp answers the call.
To the Polls for Election Day!
How did Election Day begin? How was it chosen? We'll discuss...
Black Tuesday & The Great Depression
Black Tuesday hits and a dark period in the United States begins.
