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Dakota Datebook

Prairie Public
North Dakota
World War I
World War II
Bismarck
Fargo
Grand Forks
Dakota Territory
Spanish-American War
North Dakota National Guard
Theodore Roosevelt
Great Depression
John Tanner
Wahpeton Indian School
Wapiton
State Historical Society Of North Dakota
North Dakota State Archives
WPA
Holidays
Bismarck Tribune
Agriculture

Sitting Bull to Phil Jackson, cattle to prairie dogs, knoefla to lefse. North Dakota's legacy includes many strange stories of eccentric towns, war heroes, and various colorful characters. Hear all about them on Dakota Datebook, your daily dose of North Dakota history. Dakota Datebook is made in partnership with the State Historical Society of North Dakota, and funded by Humanities North Dakota, a... more

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If you were standing on the riverbank in Fargo in the summer of 1882, you could watch thousands of pine logs from Minnesota forests floating north on the Red River toward sawmills in Winnipeg.

There is no question that summer storms can bring damaging effects. On this date in 1923, newspapers reported on various storm systems that swept through portions of Canada and North Dakota, wreaking havoc as they went.

On May 17, 1876, Lieutenant Colonel George Custer bid farewell to his wife, Libby, and rode out of Fort Abraham Lincoln at the head of the 7th Cavalry. He never returned. North Dakotans took his loss personally. Custer was a popular figure, and the t... more

Following his 1820 expedition to map the American West, Major Stephen H. Long named it the “Great American Desert.” Other early explorers, like Zebulon Pike, confirmed Long’s assessment that the Great Plains were unfit for cultivation. But the East w... more

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Nicole Donahey
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Episode: June 2: Declared to be Citizens of the United States
Dr. Carol Butcher
Author of today's Dakota Datebook
State Historical Society of North Dakota
Episode: April 23: A Cosmic Wonder
Philo George Harrington
North Dakota Department Commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)
Episode: April 22: VFW Commander Discusses Spanish-American War with Rotarians
Mrs. Kachelhoffer
Pioneer resident who provided information about Wapiton history
Episode: March 31: Mrs. K had Something to Say
Daniel Sauerwein
Writer
Episode: March 9: State Basketball Tournament Pairings Set, 1926
Josie Lawrence
Enrolled member of the Spirit Lake Dakota Nation
Episode: February 27: Teachings of Our Elders - Josie Lawrence on Teaching by Example
Alex DeCoteau
Educator and enrolled member of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa
Episode: January 16: Teachings of Our Elders - Alex DeCoteau on Native American Contributions to Society
Catherine Howard
Dakota elder sharing teachings on the circle of life
Episode: July 24: Teachings of Our Elders - Catherine Howard on the Circle of Life
Matilda Town Rupp
Witness of the Capitol fire, recalled her memories during an interview with state archives staff
Episode: October 1: Archives Month - Capitol Burning and the State Historical Society

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Merrill Pepcorn
Host of Dakota Datebook

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Love these Historical Flashbacks

    I love learning ND history. Its even better when someone else reads a summarized version to you!

    The Meadowlark tune warms my heart and reminds me of childhood mornings out on the farm with my grandparents. 💕

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cand94
    United States2 years ago
  • Dakota Delightful

    Glad these amazing tidbits are making the podcast leap! I believe you can also see the entire collection (they’ve been going on for several years) at Prairie Public’s website 😊

    Wide variety of topics covered in “today in history” style 3 minute daily segments. If the one you’re hearing doesn’t grab you, the next one probably will! Petrified men, poisoned pioneers, indigenous rights, socialists, ghost cows... Who knew a state with 3 electoral votes could produce so much history?! ;) :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leewana Thomas
    United States8 years ago
  • The historical “snack food” for North Dakota

    Great podcast on historical tidbits from North Dakota. I learn something. everyday that makes me even more proud to live here

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RabidPrarieDog
    United States8 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the quick, daily history bits and local focus.
A concise historical snack that teaches ND history in a friendly tone.

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What is Dakota Datebook about and what kind of topics does it cover?

North Dakota-focused history snippets carried in short, narrative capsules that connect local landmarks, prominent figures, and regional events to broader American history. Episodes cover architecture, transportation, military history, public health, and cultural memory, often highlighting how sites, monuments, and communities reflect North Dakota's identity. The show frequently partners with the State Historical Society of North Dakota and emphasizes educational storytelling, archival context, and regional pride. It's likely to appeal to history buffs, educators, genealogists, and residents curious about local heritage through concise, accessible storytelling.

A standout trait is the daily-format approach to North Dakota history, producin... more

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2. Dr. Carol Butcher
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6. Josie Lawrence
7. Alex DeCoteau
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