Feb 14, 202512 minS2024
The beautiful Saint Mary Catholic Church in downtown Indianapolis is made of stone and stained glass, sure. But the most important material used by German immigrant and architect Herman Gaul was love. The building...
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Talking Hoosier History
Hosted by Lindsey Nicole Beckley · history · EN
About this Podcast:
Talking Hoosier History is an Indiana History podcast produced by the Indiana Historical Bureau. Join us each month to explore the people, places, and events that shaped the Hoosier state. Credits, Notes, and more info: https://blog.history.in.gov/talking-hoosier-history/
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What is Talking Hoosier History about?
Talking Hoosier History is an Indiana History podcast produced by the Indiana Historical Bureau. Join us each month to explore the people, places, and events that shaped the Hoosier state.
Who hosts Talking Hoosier History?
Talking Hoosier History is hosted by Lindsey Nicole Beckley. The show has published 58 episodes to date.
What has Talking Hoosier History covered recently?
Recent episodes include "The Love Story that Built St. Mary Catholic Church" (14 February 2025, 12 minutes), ""Where Are My People to Go?:" Violence and Resilience in West Baden" (4 February 2025, 11 minutes), and "Moy Kee: The "Mayor" of Indianapolis's Chinese Community" (21 January 2025, 13 minutes).
How often does Talking Hoosier History publish?
Talking Hoosier History publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 13 minutes across 58 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Talking Hoosier History?
Booking probability for Talking Hoosier History is 23%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Talking Hoosier History requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Talking Hoosier History's contact route on record: verified email.
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About the host
Lindsey Nicole Beckley hosts Talking Hoosier History, a history podcast with 58 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Feb 4, 202511 minS2024For many, French Lick Valley was an idyllic retreat and recreational wonderland. But for Black residents, the Valley was a hotbed of violence and intimidation in the early 1900s. Many had moved to the area from the...
Jan 21, 202513 minS2024On May 28, 1904, Chinese immigrants Moy Kee and Chin Fung hosted Chinese imperial royalty at their Indianapolis chop suey restaurant. Prince Pu Lun, the rumored heir to the Qing Dynasty's imperial throne, was so...
Dec 20, 202419 minS2024Why would an average Hoosier leave his family and friends, his hometown and farm, not to mention comfort and safety, to answer President Lincoln's call for troops in 1861? What would inspire a citizen soldier to risk...
Dec 11, 202418 minS2024In September of 1903, Fred Rohrer and his family awoke to the sound of explosions in their living room, as an unknown figured attempted to kill them by dynamiting the residence. Instantly, Rohrer knew that his...
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Nov 18, 202410 minS2024In 2015, Mayor Pete Buttigieg of South Bend announced in a South Bend Tribune op-ed that he was gay, making him Indiana's first openly gay mayor. Four decades before Buttigieg's announcement, the city reportedly...
Nov 1, 202413 minS2024As we pass the elusive Telsa Cybertruck, we're reminded of Studebaker's innovative electric cars produced in the early 20th century. The South Bend manufacturer's electric cars became a mainstay of the company...
Oct 15, 202410 minS2024The P-47 Thunderbolt is considered one of the most important fighter-bombers used by Allied Forces in World War II. Thunderbolts flew over half a million missions and are renowned by pilots for their durability and...
Dec 15, 202318 minS2023In this episode of Talking Hoosier History, we'll meet radical organizer Theodore Luesse, who agitated for relief measures during the Great Depressions. His actions culminated in a sentence at the notorious State Penal...
Dec 1, 20239 minS2023In this short episode of Talking Hoosier History, we'll learn about Hoosier fighter Ray Bronson, who rocked the boxing world during the early 20th century. A horseshoe fitter-turned-welterweight champion, Bronson's...
Nov 15, 202310 minS2023In this short episode of Talking Hoosier History, we'll learn about labor organizer Mary "Mother" Jones's political partnership with John W. Kern, the U.S. Senator from Indiana, and how their alliance represented a real...
Nov 1, 202323 minS2023In this episode of Talking Hoosier History, we'll explore the mayoral career of "Nixon's Favorite Mayor," future U.S. Senator Richard G. Lugar. Learn more about Mayor Lugar's controversial city-consolidation plan known...
Oct 15, 20238 minS2023In this short episode of Talking Hoosier History, we'll discuss the Mexican bracero workers who came to Indiana during WWII, how Hoosiers welcomed them (or didn't), and how the braceros helped the U.S. meet wartime...
Sep 30, 202318 minS2023In this episode of Talking Hoosier History, we'll explore how patriotism comes in different forms through a proud moment in Indiana queer history. At the 1991 Gay Pride Celebration on the Circle, protestors stormed the...
Sep 15, 202312 minS2023In this episode of THH, we'll meet the Hungarian immigrants who created a thriving community in Terre Haute. Forced to take low paying and dangerous jobs, they unionized to improve conditions. Designated "alien enemies"...
Sep 1, 202320 minS2023In this episode of Talking Hoosier History, we'll learn about the German-immigrant roots of Hook's Drug Stores, the company's early policy of desegregation and advancement of Black employees, and how the company aimed...
Aug 15, 202314 minS2023In this episode of Talking Hoosier History, we visit the estate of writer George Ade where William Howard Taft launched his presidential campaign and changed politics forever. Learn about how campaigning has evolved...
Aug 1, 20235 minS2023Welcome to the first episode of the 2023 season of Talking Hoosier History. This is also our first short episode, the perfect length for classroom use. You'll learn about the frontline efforts of Sarah M. Wilmer in WWI...
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2023 Season Trailer
Jul 26, 20231 minThe Indiana Historical Bureau is excited to announce a BRAND NEW season of our award-winning Talking Hoosier History podcast. We have a new host, new stories, and a new format. We'll still be bringing you exciting and...
Sep 5, 202221 minFox Lake Resort provided Black Midwesterners with a refuge from the daily reality of living in a country gripped by Jim Crow. In this episode, we explore how Fox Lakers built their community and how they now are working...
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