History Matters: Steam has a story in generations of uses
Scientists today are trying to harness the sun to make steam energy more efficient in producing electricity from renewable sources. Commentator Gary Joiner has a history lesson on steam.
View ArticleHistory Matters: A 'devil's elbow' had deadly consequences on Red River
History Matters commentator Gary Joiner digs deep into a river navigation term -- devil’s elbow -- and offers his definition with an historical bent.
View ArticleHistory Matters: Who are the Kurds?
The U.S. has entered the war against Islamic State fighters, or ISIS, in Iraq with air strikes. Kurds are one of the main Western allies. Commentator Gary Joiner takes a step back to look at the...
View ArticleHistory Matters: Controlling Turkish Straits is always a power grab
Commentator Gary Joiner looks at the interplay between waterways and conflict, specifically the Dardanelles and Bosporus, part of the Turkish Straits.
View ArticleHistory Matters: Fall is officially underway, ancient calendar calculations...
Commentator Gary Joiner builds the historical case for why the autumnal equinox should matter today, even when it doesn't feel like fall in the Deep South.
View ArticleHistory Matters: Reflections on cotton production, a Southern industry mainstay
Commentator Gary Joiner looks at the milestones of cotton production through history.
View ArticleHistory Matters: Understanding pandemic disease through the eyes of history
With the Ebola virus in the headlines every day, commentator Gary Joiner gives an overview of pandemic disease through the ages.
View ArticleHistory Matters: Deconstructing the rise of ISIS through the historical lens
Commentator Gary Joiner explains the difference between the acronyms ISIS and ISIL and what the consequences could be in how a terrorist group is referenced.History Matters is made possible in part by...
View ArticleHistory Matters: History depends on you getting to the polls
If past election cycles are any guide, turnout in this year's midterm elections could be about 40 percent of the voting age population. Commentator Gary Joiner makes an impassioned case for why voting...
View ArticleHistory Matters: The date of Veterans Day holds great significance
This is a day to remember those who’ve fought for America’s freedom and democracy. Commentator Gary Joiner explains the significance of the Veterans Day holiday.
View ArticleHistory Matters: Bone chilling temperatures were heralded in 19th century...
During fall 1878 the southern Mississippi Valley was gripped by a massive Yellow Fever epidemic. North Louisiana, East Texas and southern Arkansas had outbreaks of the Saffron Scourge, and the frost...
View ArticleHistory Matters: Thanksgiving was in order after harrowing voyage on a small...
Families sit down together Thursday and enjoy a lavish meal giving thanks for the many blessings of the past year. Commentator Gary Joiner explains why this all-American holiday may not be so rooted in...
View ArticleHistory Matters: Presidential Legacies
Airs Tuesday, March 14, 2017, at 7:45 a.m. This week Commentator Dr. Gary Joiner examines Warren G. Harding and what's behind a Presidential Legacy. History Matters is made possible in part by the...
View ArticleHistory Matters: New London School Explosion
Airs Tuesday, March 21, 2017, at 7:45 a.m. This week Commentator Dr. Gary Joiner looks back to 1937 Texas and the New London School Explosion. History Matters is made possible in part by the Louisiana...
View ArticleHistory Matters: A Tribute To Healers
Airs Tuesday, March 21, 2017, at 7:45 a.m. This week Commentator Dr. Gary Joiner pays tribute top healers ahead of Doctors Day. History Matters is made possible in part by the Louisiana Endowment for...
View ArticleHistory Matters: On pondering the birth of the Atomic Age
Airs Tuesday, April 18, 2017, at 7:45 a.m. This week Commentator Gary Joiner reflects on the birth of the Atomic Age and its repercussions today with the resurgence in use of nuclear power as an energy...
View ArticleHistory Matters: Spies
Airs Tuesday, April 25, 2017, at 7:45 p.m. Dr. Gary Joiner looks at the roll that spies played during the Civil War. History Matters is made possible in part by the Louisiana Endowment for the...
View ArticleHistory Matters: Islands have unique histories worth exploring
Airs Tuesday, May 2, 2017, at 7:45 a.m. Dr. Gary Joiner explores the deep historical importance behind Islands and why their history matters. History Matters is made possible in part by the Louisiana...
View ArticleHistory Matters: Piercing the frontier via the El Camino Real
Airs Tuesday, May 16, 2017, at 7:45 p.m. Dr. Gary Joiner explores the history of the El Camino Real, a royal road which spans the broad expanse of Texas. History Matters is made possible in part by the...
View ArticleHistory Matters: Spies
Airs Tuesday, May 23, 2017, at 7:45 p.m. Dr. Gary Joiner looks at the roll that spies played during the Civil War. History Matters is made possible in part by the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities...
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