A New York Minute In History is a podcast about the history of New York and the unique tales of New Yorkers. It is hosted by State Historian Devin Lander, Saratoga County Historian Lauren Roberts and Don Wildman. Jesse King and Jim Levulis of WAMC produce the podcast. A New York Minute In History is a production of the New York State Museum, WAMC Northeast Public Radio and Archivist Media. Support for the project comes from The William G. Pomeroy Foundation, the National Endowment for the Hu ...
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New York and the War of 1812 | A New York Minute in History
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This episode delves into New York State’s role in the War of 1812, which is often considered America’s “second war of Independence.” With a particular focus on the State Historic site at Sackets Harbor, we learn the particularly important role that New York, and New Yorkers, played in the war. Marker of Focus: War of 1812, Village of Sackets Harbor…
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Hungry for History: Culinary and Foodways History | A New York Minute in History
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This episode focuses on culinary history and the Pomeroy Foundation’s Hungry for History program. We discover that the history of what we eat, and how we eat it, can tell us much about ourselves and our shared pasts. Markers of Focus: Hungry for History Interviewees: Elizabeth Jakubowski, Senior Librarian, New York State Library. You can follow the…
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Summer at the Fair: A History of Agricultural Fairs in New York State | A New York Minute in History
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As New York State prepares to host the oldest state fair in the nation, this episode tells the history of the summertime tradition of agricultural fairs and how they developed from gatherings of learned societies into the popular attractions that we all know today. Markers of Focus: County Fairgrounds, Ballston Spa, Saratoga County. Interviewees: R…
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Lady Acland’s Voyage: A First-Hand Account of the Battles of Saratoga | A New York Minute in History
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This episode tells the story of Lady Christian Henrietta Caroline “Harriet” Acland, aristocratic wife of Major John Dyke Acland, who commanded the British 20th Regiment of Foot during the Burgoyne campaign of 1777. When Major Acland was wounded and taken prisoner, Lady Harriet risked her own life and freedom to nurse him back to health. She would g…
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Ronek Park: Postwar Non-discriminatory Housing on Long Island | A New York Minute in History
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This episode tells the story of Ronek Park, a non-discriminatory housing development built in 1950 in the village of North Amityville. Unlike the many housing developments created in the post-WWII U.S. that followed the practice of redlining and did not allow African American or Jewish people to buy homes, Ronek Park specifically marketed itself as…
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Chinatown Community History | A New York Minute in History
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May is Asian American and Pacific Islanders Heritage Month and in celebration this episode highlights the community history of Manhattan’s Chinatown, one of the oldest and largest Chinese and Chinese American communities in the United States. The episode tells the story of how during a time of change in the late 1970s the Chinatown community moved …
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Grace Leach Hudowalski | A New York Minute in History
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In celebration of Women’s History Month, this episode tells the story of Grace Leach Hudowalski, the first woman to summit all 46 of the Adirondack High Peaks. Besides being an accomplished mountain climber, Grace was also the first president of the Adirondack 46ers Club as well as its historian for over 50 years. As historian, Grace answered thous…
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La Amistad | A New York Minute in History
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In honor of Black History Month, this episode tells the story of the 1839 La Amistad Rebellion, in which 53 illegally enslaved Africans rose up against their Spanish captors off the coast of Cuba, took over the ship, and attempted to sail it to freedom. They eventually reached Long Island, where they were arrested by U.S. officials. Aided by New Yo…
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Confederate Spies at the Canadian Border | A New York Minute in History
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On this month's episode, Devin and Lauren uncover a system of Confederate spies, guerillas, and terrorists attempting to wreak havoc on Western New York during the final years of the American Civil War. Marker of Focus: Escape Prevented, Niagara County Guests: Anton Schwarzmueller (Project Coordinator) and Jim Ball (Board President) of the Niagara …
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Plymouth Freeman and Unfinished Revolutions | A New York Minute in History
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On this month’s episode, Devin and Lauren explore the story of Plymouth Freeman, a black Patriot who served in the Continental Army during the American Revolution, and discuss how disenfranchised communities have harkened back to the promises outlined in the Declaration of Independence as a strategy for inclusion in those foundational principles of…
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Centering Authentic Indigenous Voices | A New York Minute in History
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For our first episode of this new season, we're celebrating Native American Heritage Month with a conversation regarding how historians can center authentic indigenous voices and work with Native American communities across the state in planning for the upcoming 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. Marker of Focus: Native Voices, Chemung C…
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The Fox Sisters and the "Great American Hoax" | A New York Minute in History
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For our season finale, Devin and Lauren tell the story of the Fox sisters, who rose to fame as early practitioners of modern spiritualism in the 19th Century. Margaretta and Catherine Fox were able to convince many people that they could commune with the dead, though they later admitted to making their stories up. Despite this, their form of “rappi…
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The Florence Farming Association | A New York Minute in History
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On this episode, Devin and Lauren tell the story of the Florence Farming and Lumber Association, a settlement of free African Americans in Oneida County beginning in 1846. The Association was the creation of abolitionists Gerrit Smith and Stephen Myers, and it developed on land given by Smith, who at the time was New York's largest landowner. The o…
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Las Villas | A New York Minute in History
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On this episode, Devin and Lauren learn about an enclave of restaurants, bars and resorts that catered to predominately Latin American clientele near the Catskill Mountains. As more and more Latinos immigrated to New York City for work, they began to look to places outside the city for recreation and to connect with other Spanish-speaking tourists.…
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Radio Cloak and Dagger | A New York Minute in History
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On this episode, Devin and Lauren tell the recently declassified story of a covert radio station built by the FBI on Long Island to deceive the Nazis during World War II. From 1942-1945, double agents worked in secret from a remote home in Suffolk County on the major operations "Bodyguard" and "Bluebird," and dug up information that some believe co…
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New York's Anti-Rent Wars | A New York Minute in History
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On this episode, Devin and Lauren delve into the history of the Dutch patroon system in New York state, and tell the story of the anti-rent movement of the 19th Century, during which tenant farmers banded together to (sometimes, violently) oppose the outdated system. In the Albany County town of Berne, tenant delegates from 11 counties gathered for…
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The Persistence of Dr. Mary Walker | A New York Minute in History
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For Women's History Month, Devin and Lauren tell the story of Dr. Mary Walker: physician, heroine of the Civil War, and the only woman in history ever to be awarded the Medal of Honor. Born to progressive parents in western New York, Walker would defy the odds to become a surgeon, spy for the Union Army during the Civil War, and go toe-to-toe with …
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TGFBI | Episode 208: Getting to Know John Laghezza of The Athletic
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Justin Mason (@JustinMasonFWFB) sits down with John Laghezza (@JohnLaghezza) of The Athletic to discuss his TGFBI draft and his journey through the fantasy industry!By Justin Mason
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Aaron Mossell and the Struggle to Integrate Lockport's Schools | A New York Minute in History
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On this episode, Devin and Lauren discuss a William G. Pomeroy marker recognizing the contributions of the Mossell family in western New York, and their efforts to successfully integrate the Niagara County city of Lockport’s public schools in the late 19th century — nearly 80 years before legal segregation ended nationwide. Marker of Focus: Aaron M…
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TGFBI | Episode 207: Podapallooza 2023 (w/Kev Mahserejian, Brandon Kamerman, Villa, and Daniel Preciado)
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Kev Mahserejian, Brandon Kamerman, Villa, and Daniel Preciado discuss bounceback players! Bounceback Players Lucas Giolito Eloy Jimenez Trevor Rogers Luis Robert Jack Flaherty Cody Bellinger Alex Cobb Ozzie Albies Jose Berrios Nelson CruzBy Justin Mason
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TGFBI | Episode 206: Podapallooza 2023 (w/Erik Halterman, Mark Kieffer, and BrocNess Monster)
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Justin Mason is joined by Erik Halterman, Mark Kieffer, and BrocNess Monster to discuss draft strategies!By Justin Mason
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TGFBI | Episode 205: Podapallooza 2023 (w/David Mendelson, Pierre Camus, Michael A. Stein, and Corbin Young)
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David Mendelson (DMendy02), Pierre Camus (@endgamepierre), Michael A. Stein (@fantasyjudgement) and Corbin Young (@Corbin_Young21) discuss hitting sleepers!By Justin Mason
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TGFBI | Episode 204: Podapallooza 2023 (w/Joe Lowry, Jesse Roche, Nick Ritrivi, Eric Cross, and Bob Osgood)
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Joe Lowry (@JH00K), Jesse Roche (@Jaroche6), Nick Ritrivi (@NickyTapas71), Eric Cross (@EricCross04), and Bob Osgood (@bobosgood15) discuss prospects!By Justin Mason
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TGFBI | Episode 203: Podapallooza 2023 (w/Howard Bender, Steve Gardner, Jordan Eisen, and Johnnie Black)
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Howard Bender (rotobuzzguy), Steve Gardner (@stevegardner), Jordan Eisen (fov_sports), and Johnnie Black (@jball0202) give bold predictions!By Justin Mason
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TGFBI | Episode 202: Podapallooza 2023 (w/Bubba Entrekin, Jake Crumpler and Britton Allan)
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Bubba Entrekin (@Bdentrek), Jake Crumpler (@@jakecrumpler), and Britton Allan (@brittonallan) discuss busts for fantasy baseball!By Justin Mason
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