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Relic Rooms Big Announcement!!!

Chasing History Radio

Release Date: 01/29/2026

Japanese Moriage Dragonware 1933 Chicago World's Fair Souvenir show art Japanese Moriage Dragonware 1933 Chicago World's Fair Souvenir

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A souvenir from the 1933 Worlds Fair that has survived. A unique piece of pottery that would have been bought by visitors to the World Fair. The style and craftsmanship has a history and story all to its own.

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Relic Rooms Big Announcement!!! show art Relic Rooms Big Announcement!!!

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Ryan gets to announce that the Relic Room has expanded and now has another site called the Smoky Mountain Antique Mall. Antiques and relics, what better combination can you find. Just come by and check it out!

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Inventor of Cruise Control Was Blind show art Inventor of Cruise Control Was Blind

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Ralph Teetor lost his ight when he was 5, but that did not slow him down. Inventing cruise control and 40 other patents, he never considered himself handicapped. His resilience should be a lesson for all.

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O Christmas Tree What Is your History show art O Christmas Tree What Is your History

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Again we do not know the exact time that Christmas trees started. Dating back to the medieval era and spreading across Europe. We also don’t know how or when they came to the United States. But what we do know is that the history is fascinating.

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Candy Canes Sweet History show art Candy Canes Sweet History

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Even though the true origin of the candy cane is unknown, its history is  full of fun. Starting in Germany and moving to the United States, the candy cane has been enjoyed by people for centuries.

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Newspapers: A Disappearing Research Source show art Newspapers: A Disappearing Research Source

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Ryan delves into the historical significence of newspapers to researchers. They are a wealth of information that is disappearing and we are loosing a source of local response to major events.

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The Amazing James K. Merrifield show art The Amazing James K. Merrifield

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The life story of Medal of Honor winner Mr. Merrifield is one that shows you there are real supermen out there. From surviving the Civil War  and a tornado to thwarting a kidnapping, he was a man to reckon with. This is one man you would want to sit with and hear his stories.

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Inside the Field: Unearthing Dinosaur & Columbian Mammoth Discoveries show art Inside the Field: Unearthing Dinosaur & Columbian Mammoth Discoveries

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Join Chase Pipes on Chasing History Radio as we dive into the thrilling world of fossil hunting, from dinosaurs in Montana to Columbian mammoths in New Mexico! Discover how a six-part documentary series captures the painstaking work of digging, preserving, and documenting rare fossils, all while teaching the stories behind these ancient giants. Experience the adventure of the Smoky Mountain Relic Room team as they uncover Ice Age animals, and more, bringing history directly into your hands. Whether you're here for a quick short or a full documentary, every episode shows why history freaking...

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Candy Corn, Love It or Hate It. show art Candy Corn, Love It or Hate It.

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This time we look at the history behind a Halloween treat… candy corn. This candy can divide a group between lovers and haters, but the candy has been around for over 100 years.

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Attack of the Corpses: World War 1 show art Attack of the Corpses: World War 1

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Ryan talks about a World War 1 Battle that involved gas attacks that made soldiers look like walking dead. The Battle of Osowiec , was a horrendous attack but an even more amazing resistance by a hugely outnumbered and poisoned group of men. These “dead men”  held out for 12 days!

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Ryan gets to announce that the Relic Room has expanded and now has another site called the Smoky Mountain Antique Mall. Antiques and relics, what better combination can you find. Just come by and check it out!