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Exploring History

Exploring History with Ray Notgrass offers background on what you hear in the news, shares stories from history that will enlighten and inspire you, and provides encouragement about homeschooling, family life, and your walk with God.

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All Episodes

49:21

The War (World War II)

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2024/05/28

June 6, 2024, marks the 80th anniversary of D-Day, when Allied forces invaded Nazi-occupied Europe during World War II. On the latest Exploring History podcast, Ray Notgrass explains the causes of World War II, gives a brief history of the war including the significance of D-Day, and tells how the world changed as a result of the war.Visit our website for a transcript and a link to resources for further study and

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10:56

Irving Berlin and "God Bless America"

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2024/05/14

In 1938, as war clouds built in Europe, the popular American singer Kate Smith debuted a song written by the successful songwriter Irving Berlin. That song was "God Bless America," which has become an American classic. On the latest Exploring History podcast, Ray Notgrass surveys Berlin's life and tells how the song has encouraged generations of Americans, especially during difficult times.

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51:34

The Great Stone Face

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2024/04/23

Nathaniel Hawthorne's 1850 short story "The Great Stone Face" is the fictional account of how the geological formation of the Old Man of the Mountain in New Hampshire inspired a boy to pursue the worthy and noble things of life. In the latest Exploring History podcast, Ray Notgrass tells how the story is also a reminder to Christians to "fix our eyes on Jesus," and he reads the story for the listeners to enjoy.Read a transcript and find more resources on our

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10:58

In the Presence of Soldiers: The Tennessee Maneuvers...

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2024/04/09

During World War II, over a million soldiers trained for combat in Europe by taking part in maneuvers in Tennessee. In his latest podcast, Ray Notgrass discusses how the maneuvers took place and what they meant for the soldiers and for the residents of the counties and towns of Tennessee where they happened.Read a transcript and get links to more resources on our

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21:50

Helping a Continent Be Strong and Free

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2024/03/26

Following World War II, the nations of Europe lay devastated. The threat of Communist invasion was real. Just as the United States came to the aid of Europe during World War II, the U.S. provided assistance to the Europeans after the war to help them rebuild and maintain their freedom. In the latest Exploring History podcast, Ray Notgrass describes how the Marshall Plan benefited Europe and the U.S. and opened a pathway for cooperation and growth instead of conflict.Visit our website for a

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28:04

"For Such a Time as This": The Story of Esther

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2024/03/12

God places a beautiful young woman in a position of influence. She risks her own life to save her entire people group from merciless execution. The book of Esther in the Old Testament gives the background for the Jewish feast of Purim, which takes place later this month. In this Exploring History podcast, Ray Notgrass tells the story of Esther and reminds us that we have been called to live for God in such a time as this.Read the transcript and get links to more

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13:03

A Powerful Christian Legacy

Exploring History ·

2024/02/27

In a time and place where racial tensions were high, one woman followed her faith in Jesus and made a profound difference in the lives of hundreds of people. In this podcast, Ray Notgrass tells about this woman and how she impacted his life and how her legacy continues to change people's lives.

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22:05

Much More Than a Street Name: The Story of Rosa Parks

Exploring History ·

2024/02/13

On December 1, 1955, the courageous act by a simple, quiet, private citizen changed America. On the latest Exploring History podcast, Ray Notgrass tells the story of Rosa Parks, including many details you might not have heard before. Listen to learn about the person many have called the mother of the modern civil rights movement.

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31:09

How Congress Works

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2024/01/23

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17:04

God is the Author of Government

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2024/01/09

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25:47

The Story of Christmas

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2023/12/19

The story of the birth of Jesus that the Bible tells is a story of God's plan, His intervention in our world, and the lives of those involved who, like us, were forever changed. In this episode, Ray Notgrass considers the meaning of the birth of Christ, how it impacted those who were directly affected by it, and how it continues to impact the world today.

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17:32

Who Should I Vote For?

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2023/12/05

In an election, voters are deluged with candidates' biographies and their positions on multiple issues. But one characteristic stands out as more important than any of that. In this episode, Ray Notgrass shares some Biblical principles about character that should influence whom we support in next year's election.Find more resources at Homeschool History:https://notgrass.com/EHP047

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14:39

Reasons I'm Especially Thankful This Thanksgiving

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2023/11/21

The Thanksgiving holiday encourages us to pause and reflect on the blessings in our lives. In his latest podcast, Ray Notgrass shares his personal story about his health challenges this year and why he is especially thankful at Thanksgiving.Explore More Resourceshttps://notgrass.com/EHP046

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16:03

It's Your Government!

Exploring History ·

2023/11/07

How can high school students be motivated to learn about government and to help make our country more just? On the latest Exploring History podcast, author Ray Notgrass talks about his long standing interest in government and politics and discusses the Exploring Government curriculum from Notgrass.Learn more about Exploring Government:https://notgrass.com/learn-more-high-school-using-exploring-government

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16:58

What's Gross About the Domestic Product?

Exploring History ·

2023/10/24

We hear a lot of economic numbers in the news: inflation rises, unemployment falls, the stock market goes up and down, and more. What does it all mean? In this episode, Ray Notgrass takes a look at some of the most important economic indicators to help you understand what you're hearing in the news.Find resources for further study at Homeschool History:https://notgrass.com/K800O

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14:22

The Box

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2023/10/10

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12:10

A Man of Science and Faith

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2023/09/26

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17:41

The Power of the Book

Exploring History ·

2023/09/12

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21:37

An Interview with Ray and Charlene Notgrass: How...

Exploring History ·

2023/08/22

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23:49

An Interview with Ray and Charlene Notgrass: How...

Exploring History ·

2023/08/08

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