A classic episode in which we pay tribute and tell the history of one of America's greatest patriotic songs.

Music/Clips:

“Invisibility Cloak,” by Podington Bear, from the album, “Piano I,” 2017. Promoted by freemusicarchive.org. Licensed under CC BY-NC 3.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/legalcode).

“Battle Hymn of the Republic - The Tabernacle Choir,” The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square (www.youtube.com/watch?v=QSiVjlknuSw).

“2019 Battle Hymn of the Republic,” by Bob Minner (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EvkGPJPD9h4).

“Across the River,” by Podington Bear, from the album, “Piano I,” 2017. Promoted by freemusicarchive.org. Licensed under CC BY-NC 3.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/legalcode).

“Say Brothers, Will You Meet Us?” by Columbia Yore, (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8N8dBex8lY8).

“Battle Hymn of the Republic - Zen Piano: America - Trevor Loucks,” by Trevor Loucks (www.youtube.com/watch?v=qoksOm7SASM

“John Brown’s Body,” by Tom Glazer - Topic (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Il2qwO7WvUQ).

“Surface Tension 3,” by Podington Bear, from the album, “Piano I,” 2017. Promoted by freemusicarchive.org. Licensed under CC BY-NC 3.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/legalcode).

“Mine Eyes Have Seen the Glory (The Battle Hymn of the Republic),” by K.L. Phillips (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H21esbqbfoA).

“Mortality,” by Podington Bear, from the album, “Piano I,” 2017. Promoted by freemusicarchive.org. Licensed under CC BY-NC 3.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/legalcode).

“Martin Luther King Jr. - I’ve Been to the Mountaintop (Last Speech; Assassinated Next Day),” by AHAVA78 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4WZbxYGy3As).

“The Greatest Love of All and The Battle Hymn of the Republic - Whitney Houston - Live WHH Remastered,” by Hunter Sullivan (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UDjqUZDrYsY).

As Independence Day approaches we re-release our tribute to the soldiers of the Vietnam War and the memorial that commemorates their sacrifice.

News Archives: British Pathe, CBS News, Iconic, Documentary Tube, Nuclear Vault, PBS, Battlefield Sources, ABC News, British Movietone, KTLA News, NBC News, WOR, Richard Nixon Foundation, AP Archive, ColdWarWarriors

Soundtrack: "New England Air," by BOPD, from the album, "Old Paper Houses Soundtrack," 2013. Promoted by freemusicarchive.org. Licensed under CC BY-NC 3.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/legalcode). “Headwaters Instrumental,” by Chad Crouch from the album, “Field Report Vol. II: Reed Canyon,” 2019. Promoted by freemusicarchive.org. Licensed under CC BY-NC 3.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/legalcode). “Arrival of the Geese (Instrumental),” by Chad Crouch from the album, "Field Report Vol. II: Reed Canyon,” 2019. Promoted by freemusicarchive.org. Licensed under CC BY-NC 3.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/legalcode). “Seafoam,” by Chad Crouch from the album, “Atmospheric Piano,” 2019. Promoted by freemusicarchive.org. Licensed under CC BY-NC 3.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/legalcode). “Linen,” by Chad Crouch from the album, “Atmospheric Piano,” 2019. Promoted by freemusicarchive.org. Licensed under CC BY-NC 3.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/legalcode). “American Crow,” by Chad Crouch from the album, “Birds of Oaks Bottom: Piano Solos,” 2018. Promoted by freemusicarchive.org. Licensed under CC BY-NC 3.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/legalcode). “American Song,” by Maya Solovey from the album, “Maya Solovéy, I:II,” 2011. Promoted by freemusicarchive.org. Licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/3.0/us/legalcode).

A look back at an episode in which we detail the two audiences of an artist.

The life of Vincent van Gogh is highlighted, especially his inability to deal with rejection.

Interlude Music:

"Astro Punk," written by Brendan St. Gelais, performed by Reveille

The life and poetry of George Herbert is spotlighted. 

An upcoming limited series, beginning February 26, 2024

In honor of Presidents’ Day, we take a look at the life and greatness of President Abraham Lincoln. 

Soundtrack:

“Origin 1,” by Scott Holmes, from the album “Colossal Stillness.” 2014. Promoted by freemusicarchive.org. Licensed under Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY-4.0) (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcode).

“Song Sparrow Serenade,” by Chad Crouch, from the album, “Field Report Vol. II: Reed Canyon (Instrumental),” 2019. Promoted by freemusicarchive.rog. Licensed under CC BY-NC 3.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/legalcode).

“Sals Piano Solo,” by Blue Dot Sessions, from the album, “Duke Lake,” 2018. Promoted by freemusicarchive.org. Licensed under CC BY-NC 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/legalcode).

“Ink,” by Chad Crouch, from the album, “Atmospheric Piano,” 2019. Promoted by freemusicarchive.org. Licensed under CC BY-NC 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/legalcode).

“Arctic,” by Chad Crouch, from the album, “Delicate Felt Piano,” 2019. Promoted by freemusicarchive.org. Licensed under CC BY-NC 3.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/legalcode).

“Never Miss a Moment,” by Scott Holmes Music, from the album, “Inspiring Background Music,” 2021. Promoted by freemusicarchive.org. Licensed under CC BY-NC 3.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/legalcode).

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In honor of Dr. King's birthday, we re-release a tribute to the life and career of his great friend, Mahalia Jackson.

Music:

“I’m on my Way” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Kl0gCfPH9k)

“Mahalia Jackson - Didn’t it Rain 52 Years Old” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0KxVXsdSvg)

“Mahalia Jackson - He's got the whole world in his hands (live TV 1962)” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nz4KIe28QUg)

“Mahalia Jackson in concert 1964 part 1 Just a Closer Walk with Thee” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tXBFJQhIdqw)

“Move On Up A Little Higher | Mahalia Jackson” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=06gAdro-62E)

“How I Got Over | Mahalia Jackson at MLK's Civil Rights Campaign (Washington, 1963)” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t9iQUIwAgus)

“Mahalia Jackson - Precious Lord, Take my Hand (Martin Luther King Jr. Funeral, 1968)” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WduYIw8Yrnw)

“Mahalia Jackson - His Eye Is On The Sparrow” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eM_JRAPSwVM)

“Mahalia Jackson - "Elijah Rock" from "Louis Armstrong at Newport 1970” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y56FiEdt0hQ)

Interview Clips:

“Mahalia Jackson interview 1971” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p-UwQMkWLKE)

“How Martin Luther King Went Off Script in 'I Have a Dream’” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KxlOlynG6FY)