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A New York Minute in History

WAMC
Erie Canal
New York State Museum
Naples Grape Festival
Garnet Douglass Baltimore
Women In Science
Winifred Goldring
Thatcher Park
Marquis De Lafayette
Benedict Arnold
John André
New York State Commission On African American History
Grape Pie
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
West Point
Troy, New York
Geology
Gilboa Fossil Forest
Paleontology
Lafayette Trail, Inc.
Naples, New York

The winner of a Regional Edward R. Murrow Award and a New York State Broadcasters Association Award, A New York Minute In History tells the unique tales of New Yorkers throughout American history. With the state’s hundreds of historical markers as a guide, join Lauren Roberts and others as they explore the people, places, and experiences that made New York. How is the Erie Canal used today? Where ... more

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March is Women’s History Month and in celebration of that this month’s episode tells the story of the Brooklyn Equal Suffrage League, an organization of African American women who fought for their right to vote.

In commemoration of Black History Month, we sit down with New York’s Secretary of State Walter T. Mosley to discuss the exciting work of the New York State Commission on African American History.

We kick off America’s birthday year with the harrowing story of the capture of British spymaster Major John André, who was caught attempting to bring vital information on the American garrison at West Point to the British army command. The documents ... more

Just in time for Thanksgiving, this month’s episode uncovers the origins of the legendary Grape Pie of Naples, NY. A regional dessert that has spread to international fame, the Grape Pie, and the Naples Grape Festival, are Finger Lakes fall staples.

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Walter Mosley
New York Secretary of State and co-chair of the New York State Commission on African American History
New York Secretary of State; Co-Chair, NYS Commission on African American History
Episode: NYS Commission on African American History with Special Guest Secretary of State Walter T. Mosley
John French
President of the Naples Grape Festival and co-owner of Arbor Hill Grapery and Winery
Arbor Hill Grapery and Winery
Episode: The Legendary Grape Pie of Naples
Trish Lambiase
President of the Naples Historical Society
Naples Historical Society
Episode: The Legendary Grape Pie of Naples
Julian Ischet
Founder and president of Lafayette Trail, Inc.
Lafayette Trail, Inc.
Episode: Tracking the Trail of America's Favorite Fighting Frenchman
Dr. Lisa Amadi
Current state paleontologist of New York
New York State Museum
Episode: Digging into the History of New York's first female state Paleontologist Winifred Goldring
Audrey Trossin
From New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
New York State Parks
Episode: Digging into the History of New York's first female state Paleontologist Winifred Goldring
John Thorn
Official Historian of Major League Baseball
Baseball Hall of Fame / MLB
Episode: Major League Baseball’s First Grand Slam
Matt Mallett
President of the Historic Albany Foundation
Historic Albany Foundation
Episode: Major League Baseball’s First Grand Slam
Kathy Sheehan
Rensselaer County and Troy City historian
Rensselaer County / City of Troy
Episode: Major League Baseball’s First Grand Slam

Hosts

Lauren Roberts
Co-host; Historian for Saratoga County; Saratoga County Historian
Devin Lander
Host; New York State Historian; NYS Museum/WAMC affiliation

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 61 ratings
  • Excellent production!

    A New York Minute in History is a pleasure to listen to while providing fascinating history. The music is just right and the presenters are people you’d love as neighbors! I’m so grateful for this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    momananda
    United States2 years ago
  • A fun little podcast!

    This is a surprisingly fresh, lively, illuminating podcast that will inspire you to go out and see all the places they talk about.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HudsonValleyhistorybuff
    United States3 years ago
  • Listener

    Very interesting

    Well constructed presentation and easy to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ETC 2958
    United States4 years ago
  • Great program on the state

    Well worth subscription.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zanimum
    Canada5 years ago
  • Great Show

    I’m really glad to see and listen to a podcast that not only shows New York City history, but also New York State! Very well put together show and hope that you keep them coming and cover every corner of the great state of New York!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeff from NY
    United States7 years ago

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Gets into local history with archival depth

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Digging into the History of New York's first female state Paleontologist Winifred Goldring
Q: How did Thatcher Park become the site for her historic marker?
The marker's placement resulted from a collaboration between the New Scotland Historical Association, the New York State Parks Department, and the William G. Pomeroy Foundation, reflecting Goldring's ties to the area and its significance to her life and work.
Digging into the History of New York's first female state Paleontologist Winifred Goldring
Q: Was she immediately the state paleontologist when she started at the State Museum?
No. She began as a scientific expert in paleontology, then steadily advanced through several roles before becoming state paleontologist in 1939 after years of research, publication, and leadership in multiple disciplines.
NYS Commission on African American History with Special Guest Secretary of State Walter T. Mosley
Q: What are some of the priority recommendations and how are they being implemented?
Priorities include landmark preservation, pedagogical integration of African American history into curricula, and creating fellowships and leadership institutes to sustain research and outreach; implementation is ongoing with RFPs and interagency collaboration.
NYS Commission on African American History with Special Guest Secretary of State Walter T. Mosley
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about what that was like in forming the commission and its early steps?
The commission grew out of Executive Order 15 with 22 members, to gather input from across the state, formalize recommendations, and set the stage for coordinated funding and implementation.

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This program highlights New York's history through guided conversations anchored to the state's historical markers and local lore. Episodes typically feature historians, museum professionals, and regional experts who unpack moments from the Erie Canal era, Revolutionary-era narratives, regional festivals, and notable local figures. The host microbiology is accessible and narrative-driven, with guests providing archival context, on-site marker stories, and connections to broader state and national history. Noteworthy elements include strong ties to preservation foundations, collaboration with state museums, and a consistent focus on making public history engaging and locally relevant for listeners who enjoy deep dives into places and people ... more

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7. John Thorn
8. Matt Mallett

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