Washington, D.C is a unique city. It is our capital but, it doesn't lie in any state. It has faced much hardship but it bounced back. Join me as I discuss the history of our nation's capital

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People have been eating ice cream in this country since the colonial period. Our founding fathers enjoyed ice cream. When ice cream became affordable to the general public, people flocked to places called ice cream parlors to get the ice cream fix. Join me as i discuss the history of that beloved institution, the ice cream parlor

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The soda fountain has long been a staple of American culture. There was a time almost every pharmacy had a soda fountain. It was a place young people could meet. It was a place for the first date. New drinks could be mixed. Ice cream concoctions could be created. Sadly, they have mostly disapeared. Join me as I discuss the history of the American soda fountain.

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As Americca went into the 20th centurym, journalism changed.

This was the beginning of broadcast journalism. Journalists no longer had to rely on newspapers. They could speak to the public through radio and later television. Join me as I discuss the history of broadcast journalism.

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Journalism has been fighting to state the truth from the begining. Early journalists faced censorship and losing licenses if they published the wrong article. They fought to state the truth. Journalism has faced many changes. Join me as I discuss the history of American journalism.

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People have been picnicking for centuries. There's something about loadin up the family, driving somewhere and eating outdoors. What began as activity for the European elite became a tradition for the common people. Join me as I discuss the history of American picknicking.

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Barbeque has a storied history. It started with the native people of America. Many cultures came together to help shape smoke meats and techniques of barbecue. Many states and cities have their own versions of barbeque. Join me as I discuss the origins of barbecue.

Camping is a tradition many hold dear. Many people love packing it all together and heading to the woods. How did people start doing this? That is what I will try to find out. Join me as discuss the origins of recreational camping in America.

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