History Ignited
Winner of the 2025 Webby People’s Voice Award for Best Kids and Family Podcast, History Ignited has one mission: teach kids history, prevent repeats. Hosted by 9-year-old Caroline, 11-year-old Andrew, and their parents Amy and Dave, each 5–8 minute episode brings an event from Billy Joel’s We Didn’t Start the Fire to life with fun, accurate storytelling and a quick joke at the end. Perfect for curious kids, parents, and classrooms.
Episodes
64 episodes
Beep That Shocked the World: Sputnik's True Story | History Ignited
*BEEP BEEP* – The sound that shocked America and launched the Space Race. On October 4, 1957, the Soviet Union sent **Sputnik** into orbit — the **first artificial satellite**. No astronauts. Just a metal ball… and a mes...
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Season 1
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Episode 62
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6:09
120ft Scroll in 3 Weeks: Kerouac's Wild Story | History Ignited
120 feet of paper. 3 weeks. No sleep.This is how Jack Kerouac wrote On the Road—the book that launched the Beat Generation and changed America forever.From hitchhiking with jazz poets to typing in a frenzy, this
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Season 1
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Episode 61
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6:06
Boris Pasternak and Doctor Zhivago: The Banned Book That Shook the Cold War | History Ignited
Dive into the dramatic world of Boris Pasternak and his epic novel Doctor Zhivago in this episode of History Ignited! 🎙️ Explore how a story of love, war, and truth clashed with Soviet censorship, leading to international intrigue and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 59
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4:16
History Ignited — Little Rock
Nine students. One school. A moment that changed America forever. ✊🏫In 1957, the Little Rock Nine walked into Central High School—facing mobs, hate, and fear—but never backing down. 💪 Their courage helped spark the civil right...
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Season 1
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Episode 58
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6:18
History Ignited — Trouble in the Suez
In this episode of History Ignited, we dive into Billy Joel’s lyric “Trouble in the Suez” — a story of power, pride, and politics that shaped the modern world.When Egypt’s President Nasser took control of the Suez Canal i...
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Season 1
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Episode 57
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5:57
Nikita Khrushchev: The Soviet Leader Who Rocked the Cold War | History Ignited Podcast
From banging his shoe at the UN to launching Sputnik into space, Nikita Khrushchev was bold, unpredictable, and unforgettable. 🚀 In this episode of History Ignited, we explore:✅ Khrushchev’s rise after Stalin✅ The shocki...
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Season 1
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Episode 54
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7:10
Peyton Place: The Book, Movie & TV Show That Shocked America | History Ignited Podcast
✨ New Episode of History Ignited ✨Today, we dive into the story of Peyton Place—the scandalous book, blockbuster movie, and groundbreaking TV series that pulled back the curtain on small-town secrets in the 1950s and 60s.
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Season 1
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Episode 56
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4:47
Princess Grace 👑 From Hollywood to Monaco | History Ignited Podcast
What happens when a Hollywood icon trades movie sets for a palace? ✨ In this episode of History Ignited, we uncover the story of Grace Kelly — Oscar-winning actress, Hitchcock muse, and the woman who shocked the world b...
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Season 1
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Episode 55
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6:49
Alabama & the Civil Rights Movement | History Ignited Podcast for Kids
“Alabama” isn’t just a place in Billy Joel’s We Didn’t Start the Fire — it’s a story of courage, kids, and the fight for equality.In this episode of History Ignited, we dive into the Children’s Crusade in Birmingham, th...
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Season 1
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Episode 53
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7:02
Budapest 1956: The Student Uprising That Shook the World | History Ignited
In 1956, the people of Hungary—led by brave students—rose up against the Soviet Union in a fight for freedom. It was bold, it was heartbreaking, and it sent a powerful message across the Cold War world.In this episode of History Igni...
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Season 1
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Episode 52
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4:58
Brigitte Bardot: Fame, Fashion & Animal Rescue | History Ignited 🎙️
Brigitte Bardot: Fame, Fashion & Animal Rescue | History Ignited 🎙️In this episode of History Ignited, we dive into the life of Brigitte Bardot — French film star, fashion icon, and later, fierce animal rights ...
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Season 1
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Episode 51
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6:42
Disneyland Magic: How a Dream Became a Theme Park Icon | History Ignited Podcast
Disneyland | The Happiest Place in History | History Ignited 🎙️In this magical episode of History Ignited, we’re heading to Anaheim, California to uncover how Walt Disney turned a carousel daydream in...
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Season 1
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Episode 50
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6:58
Elvis Has Entered the Podcast | History Ignited 🎙️
This week on History Ignited, we’re taking you all the way to Graceland and back as we dive into the story of the one and only Elvis Presley — the King of Rock 'n' Roll.From his humble beginnings in Mississippi to ...
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Season 1
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Episode 49
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9:11
BONUS: We Won a Webby! | Behind the Scenes of History Ignited's Big Win
This special bonus episode of History Ignited is all about the win heard around the podcast world—our Webby People’s Voice Award for Best Kids & Family Podcast!🎙️ Hear from the whole crew (Amy, Andrew, Caroline...
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Season 1
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Episode 47
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11:11
Peter Pan (1953): Disney’s Flight into Cold War Escapism | History Ignited
This week on History Ignited (Webby-winning!), we soar into the history of Disney’s 1953 Peter Pan—the film that took us to Neverland, lit up toy stores, and inspired a ride at Disneyland. 🎥✈️Join Andrew, Amy, Caroline &a...
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Season 1
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Episode 48
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3:55
Davy Crockett: The Real Story Behind TV’s First Pop Icon | History Ignited Podcast
🔥 “Davy! Davy Crockett, King of the Wild Frontier!” 🔥 You’ve heard the song, seen the hat… but do you know the REAL story behind the man in the coonskin cap? In this episode of History Ignited, we explore h...
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Season 1
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Episode 46
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5:04
Brooklyn’s Big Win: How the Dodgers Made History in 1955 | History Ignited Podcast
🎙 NEW EPISODE ALERT! Brooklyn’s Got a Winning Team ⚾💙We’re heading back to 1955—when the Brooklyn Dodgers finally beat the Yankees and brought home their first World Series championship! 🏆It’s a story of...
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Season 1
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Episode 44
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4:03
🎹 BONUS EPISODE: A Message for Billy Joel 🎧
🎹 BONUS EPISODE: A Message for Billy Joel 🎧 This one’s personal. Our team at History Ignited takes a moment to send love and support to the man who inspired our podcast—Billy Joel. After hearing about his diagnosi...
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Season 1
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Episode 45
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2:29
James Dean: Hollywood Rebel | Kids History Podcast | History Ignited
🚗💨 “Live fast, die young.” That’s exactly what James Dean did—and his legend still lives on.In this episode of History Ignited, our kid hosts explore the short but powerful life of James Dean, the iconic actor who ...
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Season 1
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Episode 43
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4:00
Albert Einstein Explained for Kids | History Ignited Podcast
Albert Einstein was more than just wild hair and funny photos—he was one of the greatest scientists in history! In this fun, kid-friendly episode of History Ignited, we explore the genius behind the theory of relativity, his famous equ...
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Season 1
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Episode 42
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3:49
Rock Around the Clock – The Hit That Launched Rock & Roll | History Ignited Podcast for Kids
Discover how "Rock Around the Clock" by Bill Haley & His Comets helped launch rock and roll into the spotlight in 1954! In this kid-friendly episode of History Ignited, our hosts explore how one song got teens dancing, chang...
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Season 1
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Episode 41
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3:26
Dien Bien Phu Falls: The Battle That Changed Vietnam Forever | History Ignited Podcast
💥 A massive battle in a hidden valley changed the course of history...In this episode of History Ignited, we’re heading back to 1954 Vietnam to uncover the story of Dien Bien Phu—the surprise victory that ended Fre...
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Season 1
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Episode 40
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3:06
The Mural That Vanished: Diego Rivera, Rockefeller, and the Art That Sparked a Storm
In this bonus episode of History Ignited, we revisit the story of Diego Rivera’s controversial mural for Rockefeller Center that never saw the light of day. Why was it destroyed? What role did politics and art play in the fallout? And ...
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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3:35
Dacron – The Fabric of a Generation | History Ignited Podcast
On this episode of History Ignited, we’re unraveling the story behind Dacron—one of the most iconic inventions of the 1950s! 🧵👗 Why did Billy Joel include a fabric in his song “We Didn’t Start the Fire”? Let’s ...
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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4:48
