Historable

Before Rosa Parks, there was Claudette Colvin.  This week, Deanna tells the story of a brave 15 year old girl who was the first person to be arrested for challenging Montgomery's bus segregation policies. Hear all about her story and the impact she had on the Civil Rights Movement of the time.

This week, Michelle tells the story of Nat Turner. Nathaniel “Nat” Turner led a rebellion of enslaved people in 1831. This ended up being the most deadly slave revolt in the history of the United States which expedited the start of the Civil War. 

In honor of Black History Month, Michelle tells us about a pivotal but relatively unknown moment in U.S. history - the 1898 Wilmington Coup and Massacre. These events were lead by a group of white supremacists set on removing Black Men from public office and taking away their right to vote in North Carolina. These feelings of hate and racism lead to the first and only coup d’etat in U.S. history. 

Get your chicken wings frying and favorite dips ready….it’s almost time for the Super Bowl! This week, Michelle tells us all about the origins of one of the biggest days in American Football. Learn about the history of the day and also some cool facts to share with all your friends in between touchdowns. 

This week, Deanna tells us all about the organization known as B.A.C.A. (Bikers Against Child Abuse). This charitable motorcycle club is committed to creating a safer environment for sexually, physically and emotionally abused children worldwide. Hear all about their story, how they help children gain their power back, making them feel safe and protected by their Biker family.   

This week, Michelle gives us another installment of mythology and focuses on Egypt. Hear about one of the many familial lines and some of their craziest myths. You’ll never look at salad the same way again. 

Within the state of Nevada there exists a sovereign independent nation you may have never heard about (we certainly hadn’t until this episode!). This week, Michelle tells you all about the amazing place known as the Republic of Molossia. Founded by Kevin Baugh, this micronation is seriously legit. Hear all about their history, creative customs and more!

Katharine Wright was the younger sister of Wilbur and Orville Wright aka the plane guys. Without her outgoing personality, hustle mindset and overall awesomeness - it is debatable whether her brothers would have made the history books. This week, Deanna talks all about her life and how her influence truly had an impact on everything aviation.

Michelle's mythology rabbit hole adventure continues with a trip to Ancient Rome. Hear about how Greek mythology influenced many of the Roman Gods and Goddesses along with some of Michelle's favorite myths. Bees, she-wolves, cloud boyfriends and more await you this week!

Gather round this week as Michelle takes us back to Ancient Greece. She tells us about the origins of Greek mythology and also some of our favorite myths. Hear about Zaddy Zeus and all the craziness his kids caused in the ancient times.