This episode we take a look at four very recognizable figures that all have important ties to 1955.  We'll explore the pop culture, and real history of a prominent figure from American folk lore, a brief overview of a much loved character, the surprising origins and sparkling friendship of the King of Rock n Roll, and finally the rocky beginnings of the "Happiest Place on Earth"! Want to watch the NBC broadcast we discussed in the show? You can watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VusJd4x3tI8 If you'd like to drop us a line, send an email to [email protected], or leave a comment on our socials @whostartedthefirepod on Instagram and Facebook! Sources: imdb.com mtishows.com biography.com musicals101.com Latimes.com history.com adayinlatours.com memphistravel.com entertainment.howstuffworks.com graceland.com britannica.com history.howstuffworks.com time.com Palmspringslife.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mark1217/support

From lost daughters to eery warnings, join us for some surprising history and dad jokes on this week's episode as we look at 1955.   Sources: history.com jamesdean.com imdb.com brittanica.com legacy.com chicagotribune.com legacy.com baseballhall.org Lamag.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mark1217/support

Only two topics this week?! Don't worry, we take this rare opportunity to dive a little deeper than normal into the end of French Indochina, and the beginnings of rock 'n roll, or should we say novelty foxtrot? Want to reach out to us? Drop a line to [email protected] or you can find us on Instagram and Facebook @whostartedthefirepod! Sources: history.com britannica.com songfacts.com npr.com billhaley.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mark1217/support

This week was worth the wait as we dive into a key player from multiple past episodes, the husband of a beloved Argentinian singer, a true maestro, and the miracle fabric that changed the world (for better or worse?).  Join us as we look at 1954 and some of its highs and lows!  Want to reach out to us? Drop a line to [email protected]!  Or you can find us on Instagram and Facebook to see photos and updates! Sources: nytimes.com playbill.com britannica.com encyclopedia.com un.org reference.com whomhome.com greenmatters.com Smithsonianmag.com so-sew-easy.com back2stonewall.com history.com nglcc.org --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mark1217/support

Fabulously wealthy families, trailblazing hall of famers, and 1/3 of the world's population...this episode really covers a little bit of everything this week! Join us as we take a look at the highlights of 1953(ish). Want to reach out? Find us on Instagram and Facebook @whostartedthefirepod, or send us an email at [email protected]! Sources: rockefeller.edu rockefellerfoundation.org baseballhall.org Encyclopedia.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mark1217/support

Join us for a slightly more serious episode as we discuss the lasting legacy left by Russia's infamous ruler, his short lived replacement, a beloved leader who dreamed of uniting his neighbors, and the composer of that childhood classic Peter and the Wolf! Want to drop us a line? Email us at [email protected]! Sources: history.com pbs.org history.howstuffworks.com britanica.com presidency.eg news.bbc.co.uk Sfcv.org Stuff You Missed In History Class “Holodomor” cmuse.org rferl.org --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mark1217/support

This week's episode is a little different.  Instead of looking at one line of the song, we'll take a few minutes to revisit some highlights and favorite moments from the last 8 episodes, and you'll get to know a little more about us.  We also are going to be looking at a historical fire that occurred alongside some of the events we've previously discussed. Want to drop us a line? Email us at [email protected]! Sources: wltribune.com historicacanada.ca ui.adsabs.harvard.edu edmontonjournal.com winnipegfreepress.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mark1217/support

Join us as we talk about the king of knockouts, a dazzling showman (literally), a frustrating philosopher, and dig into the origins of an everyday phrase. Want to drop us a line? Email us at [email protected]!Sources: history.com biography.com dictionary.com etymonline.com Latimes.com rockymarchiano.net grunge.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mark1217/support

Presidential theme songs, polio, and pearl earrings, this episode has it all! Join us as we look at some of the highlights for 1952. Want to drop us a line? Email us at [email protected]! Sources: royal.uk history.com westminster-abbey.org eisenhowerlibrary.gov britannica.com history.com pbs.com polioeradication.org cdc.gov Npr.org --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mark1217/support

This week we look at the career of an actor who caused an Oscar scandal, a classic that started out slow, and an influential piece of literature that has shaped pop culture in some unexpected ways.  We're joined by three very special guests, Kristopher, Lena, and Baby Fox Arnold. Want to drop us a line? Email us at [email protected]! Sources: history.com playbill.com bbc.com encyclopedia.com goodreads.com britannica.com Forbes.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mark1217/support