A Millennial Learns

By Abby Rancour

In this podcast, you will dive into life questions related to faith, politics, and history. We sit down and examine both sides of arguments, dig into research, and see how our opinions can be strength... more

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The podcast currently has 193 episodes available.

A Millennial Learns episodes:

March 24, 2022 The History of Maryland
From the Underground Railraod to donating land for Washington D.C., there are tons of unique historical moments important to Maryland that I had no idea about. Enjoy the episode all about the history and symbols of Maryland!
Sources:
https://www.ereferencedesk.com/resources/state-history-timeline/maryland.html
https://www.ereferencedesk.com/resources/state-name/maryland.html
https://www.ereferencedesk.com/resources/state-symbols/maryland/
https://www.thefamouspeople.com/maryland.php
https://www.visitmaryland.org/info/maryland-history-timeline
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42min
March 21, 2022 How to Become a Sommelier
After hearing about a food and wine pairing event, I got curious about how one actually becomes a wine expert. Are there formal classes? Are there actual careers as a wine expert? Can you make money doing this? I wanted to know the whole process as well as what a sommelier looks for in a good wine. Cheers!
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52min
March 17, 2022 History of Massachusetts
If you want to visit a historically significant place, go to Boston! Massachusetts is completely jam packed with United States history and an incredible number of firsts. Enjoy the episode!
Sources:
https://www.history.com/topics/us-states/massachusetts
https://www.discoverwalks.com/blog/united-states/top-10-famous-people-from-massachusetts/#:~:text=Some%20of%20the%20names%20may%20surprise%20you.%20The,just%20some%20famous%20people%20that%20come%20from%20Massachusetts.
https://statesymbolsusa.org/states/united-states/massachusetts
https://www.bestplaces.net/climate/state/massachusetts
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49min
March 14, 2022 All About the Home-Building Process: Spec Homes, Custom Homes, and Our Own Building Woes
I didn’t know much about what goes into building a home before we signed for ours. Today we go over the process of how a house gets constructed, the financial side, and the different options you have when it comes to building! I also walk through some of our most recent hiccups with our new-build and offer some advice for buyers. Enjoy!
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49min
March 12, 2022 The History of Connecticut
Yale, Coast Guard, and White Oak Trees... all in good old Connecticut! Fascinating history in this state. Enjoy the episode!
Source:
https://portal.ct.gov/About/Early-History/
https://connecticuthistory.org/topics-page/pequot-war/
https://connecticuthistory.org/timeline-settlement-of-the-colony-of-connecticut/
https://connecticuthistory.org/the-connecticut-compromise/
https://www.ereferencedesk.com/resources/state-history-timeline/connecticut.html
https://www.history.com/topics/us-states/connecticut
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35min
March 07, 2022 History of the Civil War, Part 2
We are back for the history between 1863 and the end of reconstruction! Enjoy the episode!
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40min
March 03, 2022 The History of Georgia
Georgia has quite the interesting history. It was ruled remotely by a Board of Trustees as a colony, fought in the revolution, seceded from the Union, and was the last state to be readmitted. There are definitely some tumultuous parts of Georgia’s history, all of which are important to learn about. Enjoy the episode!
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41min
March 01, 2022 The History of the Civil War: Part 1
In this episode we get into the causes, the timeline, and the battles of the civil war, ending with the preliminary Emancipation Proclamation. Enjoy the episode!
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38min
February 24, 2022 The History of New Jersey
New Jersey is underrated! Not only was it central in the revolutionary war and the industrial revolution, but it is almost completely surrounded by water and has amazing piers and attractions! Makes me think i need to make a trip out to New Jersey! :) Enjoy today's episode.
Sources:
https://www.attractionsofamerica.com/attractions/newjersey.php
https://statesymbolsusa.org/states/united-states/new-jersey
https://www.nj.com/news/2020/01/nj-now-has-a-state-dog-the-seeing-eye-dog.html
https://www.50states.com/songs/newjerse.htm
https://www.ereferencedesk.com/resources/state-geography/new-jersey.html
https://www.thefamouspeople.com/new-jersey.php
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41min
February 21, 2022 Catholic Nuns: the Process, Requirements, and Clothing of Religious Life
Did you know there was a difference between a nun and a sister? They are often used interchangeable today but they do have a distinction. I had no idea! In this episode we go over the process, the requirements, and the day-to-day life of a nun. It takes 9-12 years to become a fully-fledged nun... definitely not something to rush into!
Sources:
https://warecarmel.com/vocation/becoming-a-carmelite/
http://www.benedictinenuns.org.uk/Introductory/dailylife.html
https://christdesert.org/visiting/daily-schedule/
https://anunslife.org/how-to-become-a-nun/sister-or-nun
https://classroom.synonym.com/writings-famous-ancient-roman-catholic-monks-7782.html
https://nunsforpriests.org/vocations-snapshot/
https://anunslife.org/how-to-become-a-nun/sister-or-nun
https://www.reference.com/world-view/parts-nun-s-habit-called-89864f47ae8abf0c
https://anunslife.org/blog/nun-talk/the-real-nuns-of-call-the-midwife
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2100169/Were-Call-Midwife-nuns-Real-life-sisters-inspired-popular-BBC-reveal-story.html
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47min

FAQs about A Millennial Learns:

How many episodes does A Millennial Learns have?

The podcast currently has 193 episodes available.