A New York Minute in History Podcast Announces 5th Season
This article originally appeared in a WAMC press release.
The award-winning podcast A New York Minute In History has launched its fifth season as it continues to explore the unique tales of New Yorkers throughout American history. This new 12-episode season kicks off with the story of an early 19th century excavation of mastodon remains in Orange County – which involved a number of America’s Founding Fathers.
New this season, New York state public teachers will be able to earn Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) credits by engaging with the podcast episodes.
The podcast is a production of WAMC Northeast Public Radio, the New York State Museum, and Archivist Media, with support from the William G. Pomeroy Foundation®. It is hosted by NYS Historian Devin Lander and Saratoga County Historian Lauren Roberts and is produced by Jesse King and Jim Levulis of WAMC. A New York Minute In History is the winner of a Regional Edward R. Murrow Award, two New York State Broadcasters Association Awards and a Journalists Association of New York Award.
“We are delighted to be able to produce this podcast, which has entertained and informed listeners — including in multiple educational venues — around New York state and the nation,” WAMC’s President and CEO Dr. Alan Chartock says. “We are thankful to our partners and WAMC’s supporters for allowing the podcast thrive.”
The Pomeroy Foundation, a philanthropic organization based in Syracuse, has provided funding to support all five seasons of A New York Minute In History.
“The team working on A New York Minute In History has done an incredible job bringing the stories of the Empire State to life through their award-winning podcast,” said Deryn Pomeroy, Trustee & Director of Strategic Initiatives at the Pomeroy Foundation. “With each new episode, audiences experience an in-depth and engaging look at an important facet of our state’s history. The Pomeroy Foundation is proud to continue our support for the podcast’s exciting fifth season.” Read more...