It’s Christmas day, 1863 and we’re in Cambridge, Massachusetts to interview Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. “I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day” is a beautiful and powerful reminder of the power of hope and faith in dark times. This interview shares the true story behind how this song came to be written, offering hope for all […]
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Podcast Episode 6: Violet & Alice McAllister (France, 1918)
Welcome to the My World My Time podcast, where we go back in time to interview people from history about how they made a difference in the world. The year is 1918 and we’re on the front lines of World War I to interview Violet & Alice McAllister, two sisters who left their home in […]
Continue readingPodcast Ep. 2: William Wilberforce (England 1807)
Welcome to the My World My Time podcast, where we go back in time to interview historical figures about how they made a positive difference in the world. The year is 1807 and we’re in London, England to interview William Wilberforce, leader for the abolition of the slave trade. He sacrificed his health, friendships, safety, […]
Continue readingDoughnuts and the Power of Supporting Roles
In April 1917, when America entered World War I, the Salvation Army immediately looked for ways they could support the soldiers who were fighting on the front. Evangeline Booth, the National Commander for the Salvation Army, sent 11 young ladies to France to support and uplift the soldiers there. They set up rest stations, hostels […]
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