Get ready for the BIGGEST party on Earth! Welcome to History's Not Boring! Mira and Finn are kicking off the amazing Chinese New Year! Have you ever wondered why everyone is setting off fireworks and dressing up dragons? It’s not just about the amazing food! We’re diving into traditions that are THOUSANDS of years old! Find out why scary monsters run away from the noise and why everyone loves getting those bright red envelopes filled with treats! Plus, learn about the super cool, secret 60-year cycle that decides which animal rules the year—this year, it’s the powerful Fire Horse! What does that even mean?! Tune in to find out why this celebration is one of the most spectacular events in history! Don't miss the lion dances!
Who was Franklin Roosevelt?
2026-2-15 | 11 min.
Get ready for a HUGE history adventure with Mira and Finn! We're diving into the life of Franklin D. Roosevelt, or FDR! Did you know he’s the ONLY person ever elected President FOUR times?! That’s a lot of birthdays in the White House! FDR led America when things got super tough during the Great Depression AND when the whole world was fighting in World War II. Imagine trying to cheer everyone up by talking to them right through your radio! That’s what his famous 'fireside chats' were like! We’ll explore how his New Deal changed everything and discover the big secret he kept: he couldn't walk! What made this incredible leader so special? Tune in to find out!
What caused Chicago Fire 1871
2026-2-14 | 10 min.
Get ready for a fiery adventure as we dive into one of history's biggest blazes: the Great Chicago Fire of 1871! 🔥 Before this disaster, Chicago was a city made almost entirely of wood—talk about a tinderbox! For three whole days, the flames roared, leaving 100,000 people without homes. But the biggest question remains: Did a poor, innocent cow really kick over a lantern? Join Mira and Finn as they investigate the mysterious spark that started it all! Discover the drama, the chaos, and how the amazing people of Chicago didn't just clean up the mess—they built the city back bigger, stronger, and invented the super-tall skyscraper! You won't believe how this huge disaster led to incredible new ideas! Tune in to History's Not Boring!
Who invented the telephone?
2026-2-13 | 11 min.
Hold the phone! Did you know that two inventors raced to the patent office on the very same day 150 years ago to claim they invented the telephone?! Imagine trying to call your best friend, but the phone hasn't been invented yet! That's the world Alexander Graham Bell and Elisha Gray lived in during 1876. They both had the same amazing idea at the same time, leading to a huge race, shocking court battles, and even accusations of stealing ideas! Who actually made that first magical call that changed how we talk forever? Was it Bell? Was it Gray? Mira and Finn dive into this super close historical showdown to uncover the truth about the telephone's wild beginning! Get ready for some serious history drama!
Who was Frederick Douglass?
2026-2-12 | 10 min.
Get ready for a super-powered story! Imagine being so determined to learn that you teach yourself to read in secret! That’s what Frederick Douglass did! Born into a world where he wasn't free, this incredible kid refused to stay quiet. He escaped to freedom and became one of the BEST speakers EVER! People hung on every word he said! He used his brilliant mind—not a sword—to show everyone that slavery was completely wrong. He even became an advisor to President Lincoln! Join Mira and Finn as we uncover the true story of the boy who wrote his own future! You won't believe how smart and strong Frederick was! Tune in for History's Not Boring!
Om History for Kids / History's Not Boring: The Kids History Podcast
A groundbreaking podcast for curious kids aged 4-12 that proves history is anything but dull.Join our fictional hosts Mira, a brilliant 9-year-old, and her younger brother Finn, age 7, as they embark on thrilling journeys through time. From ruthless kings and invisible warplanes to doomed ships and devastating fires, each episode uncovers the most dramatic, fascinating, and sometimes shocking moments in human history—told in a way that actually makes sense to kids.Every episode features:Engaging dialogue between two relatable child hosts who ask the questions kids actually want answeredWild facts and mind-blowing numbers that bring history to life (six wives! $2 billion planes! 172-foot wings!)True stories of adventure, drama, and human resilience spanning from the Stone Age to modern warfareInteractive quizzes that test what you've learned and make history memorableProfessional audio production with immersive sound design, music, and authentic voice actingWhether you're learning about the tragedy of the Titanic, the shocking reign of Henry VIII, the invisible technology of stealth bombers, the catastrophic Great Fire of London, or the origins of humanity in the Stone Age—History's Not Boring transforms complex historical events into unforgettable stories that ignite curiosity and wonder.Because history isn't something that happened to other people. It's the story of how we got here.
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