Crash Course
Dubois & Race Conflict: Crash Course Sociology
We’re continuing our exploration of conflict theories with W.E.B. Dubois, who is one of the founders of sociological thought more broadly and the founder of race-conflict theory. We’ll discuss shifting ideas about race, Dubois’ idea of...
Bedtime History
Gettysburg Address | History Made Easy
New ReviewLearn the story behind the Gettysburg Address, one of the most famous speeches in American history. After a major Civil War battle, President Abraham Lincoln spoke just 271 words—but those words still inspire people today. He reminded...
The Daily Conversation
The History of US Presidential Elections (1964-2016)
New ReviewA quick look at the electoral results and circumstances of every US presidential election since 1964.
The Daily Conversation
The History of the Republican Party (1854-2016)
New ReviewThe story of the GOP, from Abraham Lincoln to Donald Trump.
Professor Dave Explains
Joe Biden: Pandemic and Inflation (2021 – 2025)
New ReviewJoe Biden was president from 2021 to 2025, but he had a long career in politics prior to the getting elected. What's his story, and what were the major issues that marked his presidency? Let's find out.
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Robert F Kennedy’s assassin Sirhan denied parole in California
California Governor Gavin Newsom says the convicted killer has not developed ‘accountability and insight’ required for his release.
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U.S President Elect Trump Starts Cabinet Formation
U.S President Elect Trump Starts Cabinet Formation. Former President Donald Trump's team is reportedly preparing a list of Pentagon officers to be dismissed, should he return to office.
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Disappearance and Legacy of the Calusa Civilization
Unlike many indigenous groups, the Calusa were not conquered by European forces but were ultimately undone by shifting geopolitics, British-backed slave raids, disease, and displacement in the early 18th century. While some refugees fled...
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How the Calusa Resisted Spanish Colonization in Southern Florida
The Calusa skillfully navigated over two centuries of contact with the Spanish, resisting conquest through diplomacy, manipulation, and selective cooperation. Initial encounters were hostile—culminating in the death of Juan Ponce de...
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Architectural Innovations of the Calusa Civilization
Although no standing Kusa structures remain, archaeological evidence reveals that they built large thatched buildings on shell mounds for protection against storms, insects, and enemies. Some structures—like the massive oval council...
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Religious Beliefs of the Calusa
The Calusa held a complex set of spiritual beliefs, including the idea that each person had three souls and that after death, these souls transitioned through animals until disappearing completely. Their polytheistic religion featured a...
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Leadership and Trade Structure of the Calusa Civilization
The Calusa (Kusa) participated in wide-ranging trade networks, importing materials like galena while possibly exporting marine shells inland across North America. Spanish sources described the Calusa as a powerful, hierarchical society...
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Fishing and Agricultural Techniques of the Calusa People
By the time of Spanish contact, the Calusa supported a population of around 20,000 through a sophisticated and diverse subsistence system centered on fishing, foraging, and small-scale gardening. They primarily targeted small fish using...
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Expansion of the Calusa Civilization in Southern Florida
During the Kusahatchee period, archaeologists begin to confidently trace the emergence of the Calusa through increased coastal interaction, foreign pottery styles, and permanent mound-building settlements like Pineland and Mound Key....
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The Roots of the Calusa Civilization in Southwest Florida
Archaeological evidence from sites like Warm Mineral Springs and Useppa Island shows that early inhabitants of Southwest Florida, including the Calusa ancestors, relied heavily on marine resources as early as 11,000 years ago. Over time,...
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Who Were the Calusa of Southern Florida?
The Calusa of ancient South Florida thrived in a unique coastal environment, developing a powerful and stratified society without relying on maize agriculture—a rarity among complex North American cultures. They leveraged the rich...
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Chicago: The World's Fastest Growing City
In the late 1800s, Chicago grew rapidly into a major industrial city, but its wooden buildings and poor planning led to the Great Fire of 1871, which destroyed much of the city. Amazingly, the city quickly rebuilt, creating the world’s...
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World's Columbian Exposition | Chicago World's Fair For Kids
Learn about the Chicago World's Fair held in 1893
Bedtime History
Ulysses S. Grant for Kids
In this video, you’ll learn about Ulysses S. Grant, a brave leader during the Civil War and the 18th president of the United States. He was the general who led the Union Army to victory against the Confederacy. Grant was calm, strong,...
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The New Deal for Kids
What was the New Deal, and how did it help during the Great Depression? In this video, we explore President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s plan to bring hope and recovery to the United States in the 1930s. Learn about the programs that created...
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Massachusetts Bay Colony
Step back in time and explore the story of the Massachusetts Bay Colony! In this video, we take a look at how the Puritans left England in the 1600s to build a new life in North America. Learn why they came, how they settled, and what...
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Gettysburg Address for Kids
In this video, you’ll learn about the Gettysburg Address—one of the most famous speeches in American history. President Abraham Lincoln gave this speech in 1863 during the Civil War. He spoke at a place called Gettysburg, where a big and...
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Declaration of Independence For Kids
Why did the American colonies decide to break up with Britain? 🇺🇸 In this fun and easy-to-understand video, you'll learn what the Declaration of Independence is, why it was written, and what it means for the United States today!
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Constitutional Convention for Kids
In the summer of 1787, some of the greatest minds in American history gathered in Philadelphia to create a new framework for government. The Constitutional Convention was filled with fierce debates, high-stakes compromises, and visionary...