This is Today

by Russ Catanach

History News Society & Culture

The history of The Tonight Show

It's National Crush Day, no I am not talking about your celebrity crush, I am talking about can crushing and recycling.  Also, it's No Excuses Day and World Tourism Day.  On the podcast, we tell the story of the Tonight Show, celebrate with Google, and learn about the Model T. Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Beverly Hillbillies

On today's podcast, we finally solve 2020.  We also celebrate Better Breakfast Day, Family Health & Fitness Day, Johnny Appleseed Day , and National Public Lands Day.  We also learn how the government stopped a big monopoly game and why hillbillies moved to California. Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sandra Day O'Connor

It's National Cooking day, National Lobster Day, and National Daughters Day.  It is also the day The United States Congress passed the Bill of Rights.  On the podcast, we talk about the Little Rock Nine, Sandra Day O'Connor, and a couple that got an interesting shipment in the mail. Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Love Boat

It's National Cherries Jubilee Day so I have some while I try to do a podcast.  It is also, National Punctuation Day; we will learn, together!  We also celebrate the first-ever National Monument, The Love Boat, and 60 Minutes.  We are also joined by a special guest from the Game on Girl, Regina McMenomy. Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dogs in Politics

It's National Dogs in Politics, but you don't need to put your dog on the ballot, although certain dogs may do a better job than certain politicians.  Anyway, it's not because we want dogs to run (get it), it is because we are celebrating the dogs of politicians.  We also talk about the Jetsons and Ferdinand Marcos. Lastly, we celebrate the birthday of Bruce Springsteen, Jason Alexander, and Skylar Astin. Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The second attempt on President Gerald Ford's life

On this day, we celebrate several "national" days; check out the podcast for a list of them, and some advice on celebrating.  Also, listen today to learn about the second attempt on President Gerald Ford's life.  Learn about how the man that saved Ford's life, Oliver Sipple, had his own life ruined by the media.  Also, we talk about the cable car, FarmAid, and National Geographic.  We also celebrate the birth of Tommy Lasorda, Joan Jet, and more. Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The first female Supreme Court Justice

It's Batman day today, so hang upside down in a cave and spend a bunch of money.  It's also International Day of Peace and National Day of Civic Hacking.  ON this day in history, the first female Supreme Court Justice is nominated, the dream team is announced, and Monday Night Football debuts. Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today in history: The story of Sunday, September 20, 2020

Busy day today, it is National Pepperoni Pizza Day, National Punch Day, National Queso Day , Wife Appreciation Day, the start of Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week , and Deaf Dog Awareness Week!  Even after we talk about that, we still have time for a story about the late Ruth Bader Ginsburg, former president Chester Author, the raid of Area 51, and much more. Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today in history: The story of Saturday, September 19, 2020

Time to talk like a pirate. Have you ever wondered why we think pirates talk that way? Listen to the podcast today to find out. Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tiffany & Co

It is National First Love Day. It's also the day Tiffany & Co. opened. So pick up one of those iconic blue gift boxes and give it to your first love. Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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