History FrogCast

History FrogCast

A podcast of the TCU History Department, where we put the life and times of Horned Frogs into their rightful place in world history. This podcast is a product of academic coursework, created by students for educational purposes. The opinions and views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent the official stance or views of Texas Christian University.

Episodes

March 12, 2025 31 mins

This episode discusses one of the United States Defense Agency and its mission to identify and retrieve missing military personnel like Captain Howard A. Wilson Jr., a past TCU student athlete that was reported MIA during the Korean War.

 

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Explore the history of the Medal of Honor, how it reflects America’s turbulent past, and preparations for National Medal of Honor Museum. Tune in for a discussion of who and how US service members serve, and the mission of the National Medal of Honor Museum as it is set to open in Arlington, TX in March 2025.

 

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February 26, 2025 24 mins

Join us for a powerful episode as we explore the tragic Kent State shooting, the 1970s protests, and their lasting impact on activism and free speech. Through personal stories and expert insights, we’ll reflect on how that fateful day in May shaped a generation and continues to resonate today.

 

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February 19, 2025 21 mins

In this episode, Sam and Casey explore the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum’s mission to preserve history and educate against hatred and genocide, the role of museums in shaping collective memory, and the importance of turning history’s darkest chapters into tools for preventing future injustices.

 

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Explore the exciting histories of American football and baseball through the lens of those who both played and served bravely in the military.

 

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This episode follows the story of Lt. Dorothy M. Delmar, mother of a TCU staff member, and explores the legacy of World War II nurses, examining how we view their work through a modern-day lens.

 

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This episode will explore the military accomplishments of Horace Carswell, Jr., and what causes him and other military members not to get the recognition and memory they deserve.

 

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January 22, 2025 21 mins

The history of the TCU Veterans Memorial, now known as Veterans Plaza, began with WWI and continues to evolve today with changing social attitudes towards conflict, war, and military service.

 

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January 15, 2025 3 mins

In her testimony before the U.S. Senate in 1988, Vietnam veteran Diane Carlson Evans posed the question: “Who decides whom America will remember?” This season, we answer her question by considering how Americans have remembered the wars of our history. What do we remember about wars, and conversely, what do we forget? Whose participation have we celebrated, and whose have we ignored? How and why have our memories of war often diffe...

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This episode explores the rise of Esports to prominence in the United States and at our very own TCU.

 

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This episode provides an in-depth analysis of Texas Christian University's pivotal choice to become a member of the Big 12 Conference. It examines the ways in which the transition has improved not only the university's athletic achievements but also its financial standing, academic standing, and overall campus life. Furthermore, it establishes a precedent for other universities to reconsider their conference affiliations in pursuit...

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November 6, 2024 20 mins

Come with us on a journey through the history of the Southwest Conference, it highs and lows, and ultimately how its downfall shaped TCU sports.

 

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November 5, 2024 15 mins

This episode explores the intersection of Title IX and TCU Men's Soccer. We delve into the complexities of gender equality and athletic opportunities in collegiate sports.

 

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This episode reveals what the history of women’s sports was like with the development of the Title IX law put into place in 1972.

 

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This episode explores the integration of college basketball in the South, including the landmark legal events that shaped this change and the challenges these trailblazing black athletes overcame.

 

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This episode of the FrogCast talks about how rivalries have made college sports the successful product that it is and in what way conference realignment could affect college sports

 

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This episode delves into the profound impact of football during the Great Depression, spotlighting legendary quarterback Davey O'Brien's transformative role at TCU. Through expert insights and historical analysis, they uncover football's ability to revitalize economies and foster community pride amidst adversity. Transitioning to contemporary TCU football, they explore the recent success of quarterback Max Duggan and its significan...

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September 25, 2024 17 mins

This episode talks about many significant events before 1930 in the world of college football, including early games that shaped the way college football was made and increased its popularity. We also go in-depth about the development of TCU’s football program and how it was able to transform from a small college in Waco to a contender in Fort Worth. The building of Amon G Carter Stadium was such a monumental change for TCU, showin...

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In this episode, we learn about the refugee crisis that came after the end of the Vietnam War by exploring numerous perspectives and modern-day implications.

 

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Join host Gavin McGuffin for a discussion of conscription policy in post-war America, the origins of the 1969 lottery draft, and how the draft affected college campuses during the Vietnam War.

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