Exploring History

Queen Elizabeth II was the longest reigning monarch in British history. In this episode, Ray Notgrass discusses her life and reign and shares his personal connections with Her Majesty's Britain.

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In this podcast, Ray Notgrass tells the dramatic story of Dr. Kent Brantly and Nancy Writebol and their recovery from the Ebola virus in 2014. It's a story of faith, courage, selfless service, and an…

In this podcast, Ray Notgrass shares his love of reading and how books have enriched his life. He talks about what books do for us and encourages students and adults to be lifetime readers.

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Sir Douglas Nicholls was a leader among the aboriginal people of Australia in the 20th century. He was a star athlete, devoted Christian, leader in the campaign for civil rights, and the first member…

In the latest Exploring History podcast, Ray Notgrass takes on the process of reapportionment of the seats in the U.S. House of Representatives and the mysterious, sometimes comical, often frustratin…

In 1958 the world's first nuclear-powered submarine, the U.S. Navy's Nautilus, made a daring journey underwater at the North Pole. That journey, led by Captain William Anderson, demonstrated American…

The Declaration of Independence and the American revolutionary movement began a story that is still being written. It’s a work in progress and likely always will be, just as we all are. Even so, the …

Do you want to face today and tomorrow with hope? Then study the past. The way to where we are hasn’t come without a price, and there has certainly been loss, but much has happened that is right and …

Do you wonder if homeschooled children can succeed? Two parents who homeschooled their four lively children prove that they can succeed. They can even soar. One of them might even become president of…

On this episode of Exploring History, Ray Notgrass discusses some of the factors in our current economic situation: how we got here, where we are, and what might happen in the future. We hope to shed…

On this episode of Exploring History, we talk about the U.S. Supreme Court: what the Constitution says about it, the meaning of judicial review, and the debate between originalism and the idea of a l…

It was the day the world turned upside down. Why did the leaders of God’s people spit on the Son of God? What was the Son of God doing standing bound, being lied about by religious leaders, and facin…

Explorers made this heroic journey over a century ago, but only recently has it found closure. Learn about the Antarctic voyage of the Endurance and its captain, Sir Ernest Shackleton.

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The world is watching a war take place in the Eastern European country of Ukraine. It is the largest invasion of a country in Europe since World War II. The roots of this conflict go back hundreds of…

In the Gospel of Luke, when Jesus sent the seventy out to the cities to which He would be going, part of his instructions to them were, "Whatever house you enter, first say, 'Peace be to this house'"…

He was the real-life inspiration for the title character in the most influential novel in 19th-century America, but his story is largely unknown. On today's episode we’ll learn more about this amazin…

How does Congress make laws? On today’s Exploring History we’ll investigate the official process but also some of what goes on behind the scenes in how Congress makes laws that affect you and me and …

He made America a better place–and he gave his life for doing so. On today's podcast, we'll look at the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and how that legacy can help heal America today.

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Notgrass History is starting a new podcast in January, and we want you to be a part of it. Join host Ray Notgrass for a journey into the news of the day, inspiring stories from history, and encourage…