A Millennial Learns

A Millennial Learns

By Abby RancourHistory
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A Millennial Learns episodes

  • The history of California
    Did you know California was only a territory of the US for 2 years before it became a state?? Have fun learning all about the history of this beautiful state!
    54 min
  • The history of Wisconsin

    It’s Thursday which means another state history episode! Today we learn all about Wisconsin! Enjoy!


    Sources:

    • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_states_and_territories_of_the_United_States_by_population_density
    • https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/geography/states/article/wisconsin
    • https://www.jsonline.com/story/entertainment/2021/10/19/famous-people-wisconsin-actors-musicians-athletes-authors-list/5776836001/
    • https://www.midwestliving.com/travel/wisconsin/20-things-to-do-wisconsin/?slide=aa2fadfb-fdbd-4196-8289-7dbe4dd8ced7#aa2fadfb-fdbd-4196-8289-7dbe4dd8ced7
    • https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/misc/lrb/blue_book/2019_2020/160_state_symbols.pdf
    • https://legis.wisconsin.gov/LRB/media/1217/150_historical_timeline.pdf
    • https://www.ereferencedesk.com/resources/state-history-timeline/wisconsin.html


      • 52 min
    • The History of Iowa

      I didn't know much about Iowa except Dewey Readmore Books, who was an adorable and famous library cat. Iowa is fascinating!

      Sources:

      • https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/geography/states/article/iowa
      • https://www.bestplaces.net/climate/state/iowa
      • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_states_and_territories_of_the_United_States_by_population_density
      • https://www.traveliowa.com/famous-people-from-iowa/
      • https://www.ereferencedesk.com/resources/state-history-timeline/iowa.html
      • http://publications.iowa.gov/135/1/profile/8-1.html
      • https://www.atozkidsstuff.com/images/states/ia/IowaSatateSymbols.pdf
      • https://viatravelers.com/things-to-do-in-iowa/
      • https://www.preceden.com/timelines/49622-iowa-history-timeline
        • 28 min
      • The History of Texas

        Did you know Texas was their own country for almost 10 years?? Enjoy the episode!


        Sources:

        • https://www.bestplaces.net/climate/state/texas
        • https://www.history.com/topics/us-states/texas#:~:text=The%20name%20Texas%20derives%20from,into%20the%20state%20motto%3A%20Friendship.
        • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_states_and_territories_of_the_United_States_by_population_density
        • https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/geography/states/article/texas
        • https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/texas/15-famous-people-from-tx/
        • https://www.google.com/travel/things-to-do/see-all?g2lb=2502548%2C2503771%2C2503781%2C4258168%2C4270442%2C4284970%2C4291517%2C4306835%2C4429192%2C4570332%2C4597339%2C4718358%2C4723331%2C4757164%2C4778035%2C4814050%2C4816977%2C4826689%2C4850613%2C4850737%2C4852066%2C4856937%2C4857415%2C4860053%2C4861687&hl=en-US&gl=us&ssta=1&dest_mid=%2Fm%2F07b_l&dest_state_type=sattd&dest_src=ts&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiixeLiibT6AhV6AzQIHUL3BzkQuL0BegQIFxA4
        • https://www.thestoryoftexas.com/education/texas-symbols
        • https://www.thestoryoftexas.com/discover/texas-history-timeline
          • 43 min
        • Saunas: history, health benefits, and why we got one

          We got a sauna! Before we got one I did a bunch of research that I thought I’d share. Enjoy the episode!


          Sources:

          • https://mainelytubs.com/saunas/sauna-buyers-guide/what-is-a-sauna/
          • https://www.cedarbarrelsaunas.com/history-of-saunas.html#:~:text=The%20Sauna%20was%20invented%20by,gave%20birth%20in%20the%20sauna!
          • https://www.sunrisespecialty.com/how-often-to-use-sauna#:~:text=Most%20specialists%20recommend%20one%2020,your%20health%20and%20physical%20fitness.
          • https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/313109#far-infrared-saunas-do-they-work
          • https://www.saunasamurai.com/sauna-spa-traditions-world/
            • 30 min
          • Queen Elizabeth II: her life and reign

            I didn’t know that much about Queen Elizabeth so decided it was time to learn. Enjoy!

            Sources:

            • https://www.history.com/topics/british-history/queen-elizabeth
            • https://www.milwaukeeindependent.com/syndicated/princess-diana-conspiracy-theories-still-surround-death-25-years/
            • https://people.com/royals/queen-elizabeth-four-children-walk-behind-coffin-edinburgh-scotland/
            • https://www.townandcountrymag.com/society/a9961113/prince-charles-camilla-parker-bowles-relationship/
              • 38 min

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            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…