In this episode we look at the Eastern Woodlands culture with a focus on the Northeast and Southeast. We then discuss the role archaeologists play in helping us better understand the complex and largely unknown history of indigenous people in North America.Send me an email at startingthestates@gmail.com. You can also stay up to date on all things p…

In this episode, we begin our look at the importance of understanding the role Native Americans played in starting the states. We discuss how the history of indigenous people is often overlooked, and the steps we can take to correct this wrong.Have a question or comment? Send me an email at startingthestates@gmail.com. You can also stay up to date …

We wrap up New Jersey by diving deeper into its border conflicts with New York and how it was involved in the American Revolution. If you have enjoyed listening to this podcast please leave a review on itunes, Google Play or wherever you download from. Your support is greatly appreciated.Thank you for listening to another episode of Starting the St…

Many seem to think poorly of New Jersey but is that fair? By looking at how this state got its start we will see that from the beginning, internal and external factors played a role in shaping how this state is thought of today.Connect with me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/startthestates Email me at startingthestates@gmail.comIntro/outro song is …

Part 2 of Piecing together Pennsylvania.The Pennsylvania Colony's emphasis on religious freedom helped lay the foundation for the creation of the United States, but this colony was one of the slowest to respond to the call for independence, Why?Follow me on Twitter! https://twitter.com/startthestates Email me at startingthestates@gmail.comIntro/out…

The Pennsylvania Colony's emphasis on religious freedom helped lay the foundation for the creation of the United States, but this colony was one of the slowest to respond to the call for independence. Why?Song is "Jam With Me" by Monplaisir Follow on Twitter to keep up to date! https://twitter.com/startthestates…

Hidden within the small borders of Delaware is a big history that is as interesting as it is weird. The story of how Delaware got its start may just change the way you think about this State and the United States as a whole.Song is "Jam With Me" by Monplaisir Follow on Twitter to keep up to date! https://twitter.com/startthestates…