July 8, 2016 - 2:26 pm in PodcastsEpisode 404 – Boise, Idaho Podcast
We’ve got our own private Idaho in Boise. We’ll tour one of the most stunning buildings in the frontier west at the Idaho State Capitol, dance all night with the Basques at the Basque museum and…
May 3, 2016 - 3:38 pm in Quick HistoryPalmyra: An oasis in history
In the heart of the desert in Syria, an oasis has endured for more than 2,000 years. At its heart, a set of captivating ruins has outlasted desert winds, abandonment, and even terrorist attacks. Palmyra,…-
Boise: An Urban Treasure in the Gem State
When you think of Idaho, chances are you think of potatoes. You might be surprised to learn that the biggest city in a state known for growing carbs is full of outdoors enthusiasts. Jogging, hiking,… 
April 21, 2016 - 11:37 pm in Quick HistoryThe Election of 1825: John Quincy Adams’ crazy path to the White House
Let’s talk politics for a minute. Imagine a time when Democrats and Republicans were a part of the same party. Seems impossible, doesn’t it? Get ready for a bizarre trip into early American history…it’s…
April 6, 2016 - 5:33 pm in Quick HistoryLustron Homes: The post-war experiment that aimed to change housing forever
In my last year of grade school, my family lived in a neighborhood with an architectural oddity – an enamel-coated steel tile house. One of the last remaining bastions of an experiment in pre-fabricated…
Vancouver, Canada: Ancient settlement with a modern vibe
This week on Travel Thru History, we take a look at the Olympic city of Vancouver, British Columbia. First settled nearly 10,000 years ago, Vancouver still manages to capture the atmosphere of a young…
March 2, 2016 - 12:08 am in Attractions, Quick History9 Famous Landmarks That Aren’t What You Think They Are
Around the world there are hundreds famous landmarks we’re sure we know everything about. You know them by sight, could probably draw them blindfolded, and if you haven’t already seen them, they’re…
February 15, 2016 - 3:23 pm in Quick HistoryThe Hero Flight Attendant You Probably Never Heard of: Neerja Bhanot
The next time you fly, take a good look at the flight attendants and pursers who tend to your section. There’s one story that many of them know, and you’ve likely never heard. It centers around…
February 5, 2016 - 5:40 am in Quick History143 Pieces of Star Wars Trivia You Didn’t Know You Needed
In the world of popular culture, love it or hate it, the Star Wars movies are iconic. For 39 years, these movies have captured the imagination of children and adults around the world. In honor of…
January 25, 2016 - 5:55 am in Quick HistoryThe Story of The Revenant. Who Was Hugh Glass Really?
Revenant. noun. 1. A person who returns. 2. A person who returns as a spirit after death, a ghost. The 2016 Leonardo DiCaprio movie took the box office by storm, but who was Hugh Glass in reality?…
