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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Zamith, R. (2024). Journalism after the early 20th century :: The American journalism handbook. Retrieved August 28, 2026, from Rodrigozamith.com website: https://ajh.rodrigozamith.com/history-of-us-journalism/journalism-after-the-early-20th-century/

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.

Blumberg, D. L. (2025, October 24). What was America’s first newspaper? Retrieved August 21, 2026, from HISTORY website: https://www.history.com/articles/first-colonial-american-newspaper-1690

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Zamith, R. (2024). Journalism in the 19th century :: The American journalism handbook. Retrieved August 21, 2026, from Rodrigozamith.com website: https://ajh.rodrigozamith.com/history-of-us-journalism/journalism-in-the-19th-century/

Zamith, R. (2025). Early U.S. journalism :: The American journalism handbook. Retrieved August 21, 2026, from Rodrigozamith.com website: https://ajh.rodrigozamith.com/history-of-us-journalism/early-us-journalism/

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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Kendall, J. (2018, April 20). Remembering when americans picnicked in cemeteries. Retrieved August 14, 2026, from Bunk History website: https://www.bunkhistory.org/resources/remembering-when-americans-picnicked-in-cemeteries

Klein, C. (2021). Tailgating: How the pre-game tradition can be traced to ancient times | HISTORY. In HISTORY. A&E Television Networks. Retrieved from A&E Television Networks website: https://www.history.com/articles/tailgating-history-football-game-traditions-rituals

Lee, A. (2019). The history of the picnic | history today. In Historytoday.com. historytoday. Retrieved from historytoday website: https://www.historytoday.com/archive/historians-cookbook/history-picnic

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Marcus, H. (2024). The history of tailgating in the United States | Cheryl’s cookies. Retrieved August 14, 2026, from Cheryls.com website: https://www.cheryls.com/articles/holiday-occasions/history-of-tailgating?srsltid=AfmBOoqlIh4fn20HRSpBIIvUMfG9-DpUIuC4HhmAxvnTnxjdAG1JYYSE

Merkle, B. (2017). The picnic tradition: Playing together and staying together - the strong national museum of play. In The Strong National Museum of Play. The Strong National Museum of Play. Retrieved from The Strong National Museum of Play website: https://www.museumofplay.org/blog/the-picnic-tradition-playing-together-and-staying-together/

Russell, N. (2009, June 11). Picnicking an American pastime. Retrieved August 14, 2026, from Columbia Daily Tribune website: https://www.columbiatribune.com/story/lifestyle/around-town/2009/06/11/picnicking-american-pastime/21550708007/

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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Hogue, M. (2023). The first campgrounds took the city to the wilderness. In HNN. University of Richmon. Retrieved from University of Richmon website: https://www.historynewsnetwork.org/article/the-first-campgrounds-took-the-city-to-the-wildern

Reed, D. B. (2022, April 24). Camping Through History. Retrieved July 31, 2026, from Union-Bulletin website: https://www.union-bulletin.com/lifestyles/camping-through-history/article_b4dc0afe-a4e1-11ec-bf2d-87b72b3ee365.html

Shops 1Source, B. P. (n.d.). A Brief History of Recreational Camping and Tents in America | Bass Pro Shops. In BassPro 1 Source. BPS Direct, L.L.C. . Retrieved from BPS Direct, L.L.C. website: https://1source.basspro.com/news-tips/camping-information/4939/brief-history-recreational-camping-and-tents-america

Wenger, T. (2020). How Camping Became the Quintessential American Pastime. In Matador Network. Matador Network. Retrieved from Matador Network website: https://matadornetwork.com/read/camping-history-usa/

Woeltje, R. (2019). A Brief History of Recreational Camping in America. In The Dyrt Magazine. The Dyrt, Inc . Retrieved from The Dyrt, Inc website: https://thedyrt.com/magazine/lifestyle/the-history-of-camping-in-america/

As the nation expanded westward, some people wanted the land preserved as it was. They desired places to see nature. This led to the National Park Service. There were also historic sites that needed to be preserved. Join me as I discuss the history of the National Park Service.

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Americans are a tough breed. History has shown us that. It took us years to gain our independence. We won it through hard work and sacrifice. Join me as I discuss what lead to the American revolution

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I can think of now more iconic American symbols than the American flag, the bald eagle and the liberty bell. These symbols have became iconic. They represent the American spirit. They are recognized almost instantly. Join me as I discuss the origins of these iconic symbols.

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