Hip Hughes History
The Paxton Boys: The Conestoga Massacre Explained
An overview of one of the most horrific massacres in colonial history as settlers of SE Pennsylvania go on a rampage. Watch as Benjamin Franklin saves the day but not before violence takes it course. A sneak peek into some of the anger...
Mr. Beat
The American Presidential Election of 1852
You might call this election the election of 1844, part 2, because it was very similar to it. Just like in 1844, a young dark horse candidate won. Also like in 1844, the incumbent president was a Whig who had become President after the...
Curated Video
The Skidi Star Chart: Native American Horoscope Par Excellence
A map of the heavens, the stunning Skidi Star Chart acted as a clock, a calendar, a compass – and shaped the cultural and spiritual lives of its creators, the Pawnee Tribe.
History Hit
The Battle For North America: The French surrender
How long did the battle last? What happened to the French and British commanders? What happened to the British survivors after the battle? How did this one battle change North America? The Battle For North America, Part 12
Curated Video
Struggling with PTSD and the Vietnam War
Part 1/4 of the End Casket Company series. This video tells the story of Bill Vandergriff, a Native American Marine who fought in the Vietnam War and faced the difficult reality of post traumatic stress disorder leading to alcoholism...
Hip Hughes History
The "Firsts" To Run For President
Who was the first black man to run for President? How about the first Woman, Black Woman, Jewish Candidate, Hispanic, Openly Gay person? Watch and find out!
Curated Video
Surviving War: The Unseen Wounds of Vietnam Veterans
Bill's Triumph part 3/7: The video is an emotional and personal account of a Vietnam war veteran's experiences and struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The veteran describes his tour of duty in Vietnam, the guilt he...
Curated Video
Giving Their Lives: Veterans Remember Vietnam War
Bill's Triumph part 2/7: The video is a collection of interviews of American soldiers who fought in Vietnam. They talk about their experiences on the front lines, the beauty of the country, and the devastating losses they experienced....
Curated Video
Changunak Antisarlook: The Reindeer Queen
She was known as the Reindeer Queen – and one of the richest women in Alaska. So how did Changunak Antisarlook use her remarkable wealth to benefit the Inupiat community?
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Exploring Anishinabe Culture and Coping with PTSD: Bill's Journey on the Red Road
Part 3/4 of End Casket Company series: This video is about Bill's journey on the Red Road and his exploration of the traditions of the Anishinaabe culture. In this episode, Bill reflects on his upbringing in a traditional household and...
Curated Video
How Relationship Building Leads to Entrepreneurial Success
Part 2/3 of Dawn Halfaker series: The video features founder and CEO Dawn discussing her experience starting a government contracting company as a veteran. Don shares her motivations for starting her business and the challenges she faced...
Makematic
Being Schooled
The conditioning of Girls often begins in School - and exposes much of the discrimination that girls face. But it’s also a place where girls talk back and demand to be heard.
Curated Video
Entrepreneurs Identify Unfulfilled Needs in the Market
Desert Daughter Cosmetics part 2/2:This video features an interview with Miriam, a Bedouin woman who started a small business selling natural products made from her grandmother's traditional knowledge. She shares insights and advice on...
Curated Video
Colt Patterson: The Gun that Changed America
Killing zombies online is fun, right? But imagine you could only shoot one bullet at a time. You’d be TOAST! This is the story of the American five-shot Colt Paterson: a handgun that changed history.
Curated Video
When Russia Sold Alaska
In 1959, the United States officially welcomed Alaska into the family as the 49th state. But did you know that 100 years earlier, Alaska was actually part of Russian America?
Odd Quartet
New World Symphony - Antonin Dvorak
Today we are looking at Symphony No. 9 by Antonín Dvořák. Dvorak was a composer of the Romantic era and made a name for himself as a musician and composer from an early age. In 1892 he was invited to become the director of the National...
Curated Video
Voices of Patriotism: Veterans Share Their Stories
Bill's Triumph part 1/7: The video is a collection of interviews and speeches from various individuals who served in the military, specifically in Vietnam, and individuals who are Native American. The video discusses their experiences in...
Cerebellum
Compromise And Conflict in America: 1848-1857 - Treaty Of Fort Laramie (1851)
This video looks at the documents conceived in a period when the civil rights of women and Native Americans were in question, and slavery was driving a wedge between slaveholders and abolitionists. Educators from noted American...
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The Journey of a Native American Marine Veteran
Bill's Triumph part 7/7: The video is a compilation of various individuals sharing their thoughts and experiences on life and their personal journeys. The topics covered include Native American traditions such as pipe ceremonies, the...
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An Entrepreneur Inspired by the Civil Rights Movement
Part 1/4 of Cathy Hughes series: This video is a story about the life of Catherine Hughes, an African American woman who overcame poverty and bigotry, became an entrepreneur, and built the largest minority-owned broadcast radio, cable,...
Curated Video
An Entrepreneur Draws Strength from Hardship
Part 1/3 of the Rising Tide Capital series: This is a video featuring a woman named Alfa who talks about her life story and the hardships she faced growing up in Ethiopia. She shares how her family had to flee Ethiopia due to a...
Curated Video
Stories of Tenacity in Life's Most Challenging Circumstances
The video is a trailer for an entrepreneurial educational experience called "Trauma to Triumph." The experience explores the stories, strategies, and tenacity of 10 determined entrepreneurs who have survived hardships such as war,...
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A Start-Up Founder Discusses Her Insights for Success
Part 3/4 of Dana Donofree series: Dana discusses how she started and grew her business, emphasizing the importance of finding trustworthy advisors, grassroots marketing, networking, and digital marketing. She also shares personal...
Curated Video
A Business Model to Bring Healthcare to Uninsured Communities
Formé Medical series part 2/4: This video is a part of an entrepreneurial series that follows Maria as she starts her own business, Formé Medical Center, with the mission to bring healthcare to the uninsured communities. In this video,...