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Real Cool History for Kids
Hosted by Angela O'Dell · EN
Note: please use the Official Request Form linked at the top of my website (angelaodell.com) to submit podcast episode requests! All requests must come through that form. Thank you!
Real Cool History for Kids tells amazing stories from history, from a Biblical worldview perspective.
Hey, kids, do you like stories about weird, cool, and just plain awesome events and people in history? If you do, you're going to love this podcast show! From creepy abandoned places all over the world to little-known facts about well-known people in history, Angela O'Dell, author of the history series, America's Story and The World's Story, brings you new episodes of Real Cool History just for kids, twice a month.
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Andre the Seal – The Seal Who Always Came Home (a special episode for Esther and Emilia Lane)
Yesterday00:16:47Summary readyEpisode 181: Andre the Seal – The Seal Who Always Came Home (a special episode for Esther and Emilia Lane) What happens when a tiny harbor seal is found alone on a beach in Maine? In this heartwarming true story, requested by Esther and Emilia Lane, we discover the incredible life of Andre the Seal. Rescued by Harry Goodridge in 1961, Andre grew from a helpless orphaned pup into one of the most beloved animals in America. Year after year, Andre amazed people by swimming through the cold waters of the Atlantic Ocean and returning to the same harbor and the same family who had first cared for him. Along the way, we'll explore the rocky coast of Maine, learn about the amazing instincts God gave animals, and discover how one act of kindness can impact an entire community for generations. In this episode: • Meet Andre the Seal and the family who rescued him • Learn about Maine and the Atlantic coastline • Discover how harbor seals navigate long distances • Explore Biblical truths about God's creation • Learn lessons about kindness, compassion, and faithfulness Plus, don't miss our exciting announcement about the brand-new Real Cool History for Kids audio message pages, where families can now submit episode requests, reviews, and messages that may be featured on a future episode! COMING IN JULY 2026!!
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The Boston Tea Party: Tea, Taxes, and Trouble (This episode is for Max Hanna!)
2w ago00:20:52Summary readyEpisode 180: The Boston Tea Party: Tea, Taxes, and Trouble (This episode is for Max Hanna!) In this episode of Real Cool History for Kids, we travel back to colonial Boston to learn about one of the most important events leading up to the American Revolution! Why were the colonists so upset about tea taxes? What did "No taxation without representation" mean? And what happened on that cold December night when colonists disguised themselves and dumped 342 chests of tea into Boston Harbor? Join us as we learn about courage, freedom, and one of the moments that helped lead America toward independence. 🎧 Families: Be watching for something NEW coming soon to the Real Cool History for Kids homepage! Soon, listeners will be able to send in episode requests using their own voice recordings and leave short audio messages and reviews about what they're learning through the podcast. You might even hear your voice featured in a future episode! 📚 Patreon families can find printable resources and activities to go along with this episode inside Patreon.
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The Story of Louis Zamperini
4w ago00:18:04Summary readyEpisode 179: The Story of Louis Zamperini (a special episode for Asher, Corban, and Titus Tittle) Continue the learning experience for this episode by following this link!
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Building the Panama Canal (a special episode for Emily Murrah)
Apr 2000:21:21Summary readyEpisode 178: Building the Panama Canal (a special episode for Emily Murrah) Thanks so much for listening to Real Cool History for Kids! If you and your family are enjoying this adventure, I'd love to invite you to keep the fun going. You can find even more stories, activities, and resources over on my website! I'm also so excited to share that the first book in a brand-new story series, The Chronicles of Liberty, is on its way! Join Miss Agatha Liberty, a brave little mouse with a big love for freedom, as she discovers the stories she was meant to protect and learns from the wisdom found in the history-mice journals. It's a whole new way to experience the story of America—mouse-sized! We've also created a brand-new community just for families like yours over on Facebook—come join us, share what you're learning, and connect with other history-loving kids and parents.. And don't forget to follow along on Instagram for behind-the-scenes peeks, fun history tidbits, and updates on new episodes. I'm so glad you're part of this adventure with us!
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The Adventures of Davy Crockett (a special episode for Gabriel Zamora)
Apr 600:16:29Summary readyEpisode 177: The Adventures of Davy Crockett (a special episode for Gabriel Zamora) Check out the show homepage!
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Magawa, the HeroRat (a special episode for Anna Buckingham)
Mar 2300:17:12Summary readyEpisode 176: Magawa, the HeroRat (a special episode for Anna Buckingham) Learn more about the Celebrating 250 years of Liberty book projects at angelaodell.com!
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Sergeant Reckless - Faithful, One Step at a Time (a special episode for Ike Bailey)
Mar 900:20:34Summary readyEpisode 175: Sergeant Reckless - Faithful, One Step at a Time (a special episode for Ike Bailey) The the new 250 years of liberty projects coming soon. On March 13th, pre-orders will be opening for the new edition of My Country, My State, My Responsibility! And for the all new The Chronicles of Liberty book 1! Visit angelaodell.com to find out more!
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Amy Carmichael, the Girl Who Said Yes to God (a special episode for Olivia Rikard)
Feb 2300:18:01Summary readyEpisode 174: Amy Carmichael, the Girl Who Said Yes to God (a special episode for Olivia Rikard) Amy Carmichael was a little woman who said yes to her big God, and in so doing, became the hands of feet of Jesus to the lost children of southern India. Come hear the story of one of the most tenacious heroes of the Faith in Episode 174. Want to learn more? Visit our show homepage!
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Christopher Columbus Sails the Ocean Blue (a special episode for Eliza Lipps)
Feb 900:16:28Summary readyEpisode 173: Christopher Columbus Sails the Ocean Blue (a special episode for Eliza Lipps) Find out more about Real Cool History for Kids Podcast show resources on the Show Homepage!
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Special Episode: How Do Pigeons Deliver Mail? (Guest: Eryn Lynum from Nat Theo Podcast Show)
Feb 200:23:35Summary readySPECIAL GUEST INFORMATION: Explore God's Wild & Wonderful world on Nat Theo: Nature Lessons Rooted in the Bible, a podcast for kids and families: https://erynlynum.com/nattheo Have you ever heard of a bird delivering mail? We recently learned about Cher Ami, a homing pigeon who served in World War I and delivered a life-saving message that helped save many soldiers. Today, we are deep diving into how God designed homing pigeons with this incredible ability to find their way across the sky. This lesson comes straight from Nat Theo: Nature Lessons Rooted in the Bible, a podcast for kids and families. Here's what we'll be learning: Why Were Pigeons Used to Deliver Messages? What Is Magnetoreception? How Do Pigeons Find the Right Address? Do Humans Have a Homing Instinct? This episode originally aired on Nat Theo: Nature Lessons Rooted in the Bible: https://erynlynum.com/nattheo Listen to Real Cool History for Kids Episode 169: the Amazing Story of Cher Ami HERE
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