History Ignited
by History Ignited
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- 🇮🇪IE · Stories for Kids#2110K to 30K
- 🇵🇭PH · Stories for Kids#125500 to 3K
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3.1K to 9.9K🎙 Daily cadence·85 episodes·Last published yesterday - Monthly Reach
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Bonus Episode: The Billy Joel Symposium | The Kids History Podcast Inspired by Billy Joel
Sep 2, 2026
18m 30s
Ho Chi Minh: The Fire of Vietnamese Independence
Aug 29, 2026
15m 10s
Birth Control: How the Pill Reshaped Society | The Kids History Podcast Inspired by Billy Joel
Aug 23, 2026
7m 43s
Bonus: Why We End with Those Five Words | The Kids History Podcast Inspired by Billy Joel
Aug 15, 2026
7m 47s
JFK Blown Away: The Tragedy That Changed America | The Kids History Podcast Inspired by Billy Joel
Aug 1, 2026
12m 07s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 9/2/26 |  Bonus Episode: The Billy Joel Symposium | The Kids History Podcast Inspired by Billy Joel | In this special bonus episode of History Ignited, we take you behind the scenes of the prestigious Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF)! Our very own co-host, Amy Tenney Curren, was invited to Stony Brook, NY, to speak at the first-ever Billy Joel Symposium! She had the incredible honor of presenting her paper on how we use the legendary lyrics of "We Didn't Start the Fire" as a living, intergenerational history curriculum for kids and families. But that’s not all! In th... | 18m 30s | ||||||
| 8/29/26 |  Ho Chi Minh: The Fire of Vietnamese Independence | Following right on the heels of the cultural shockwaves of the birth control pill, we tackle the very next lyric in Billy Joel’s rapid-fire historical anthem: Ho Chi Minh. In this episode of History Ignited, we delve into the life of the enigmatic and fiercely determined revolutionary who became the face of Vietnamese independence and the architect of a conflict that would define a generation. From his early days traveling the globe as a young man to his embrace of communism and his relentles... | 15m 10s | ||||||
| 8/23/26 |  Birth Control: How the Pill Reshaped Society | The Kids History Podcast Inspired by Billy Joel | It’s just two brief words in Billy Joel’s rapid-fire historical anthem, We Didn't Start the Fire, but it represents one of the most seismic cultural shifts of the 20th century. In this episode of History Ignited, we’re unpacking the invention and explosive impact of the birth control pill. Approved by the FDA in the early 1960s, the first oral contraceptive was a medical marvel that fundamentally altered the fabric of modern life. We explore how "The Pill" catalyzed the sexual revolution, tra... | 7m 43s | ||||||
| 8/15/26 |  Bonus: Why We End with Those Five Words | The Kids History Podcast Inspired by Billy Joel | "Teach kids history prevent repeats." It’s more than just a catchphrase to end the show—it’s the entire reason we do what we do. In this bonus episode, on this bonus episode we takes a step back to share the story behind our final five words. Join us as we (attempt) to discuss the critical importance of historical literacy, and why empowering the next generation with the truth is the most important work we can do. Send us Fan Mail About History Ignited: History Ignited is the award-win... | 7m 47s | ||||||
| 8/1/26 |  JFK Blown Away: The Tragedy That Changed America | The Kids History Podcast Inspired by Billy Joel | On November 22, 1963, a dark and sudden tragedy struck America that changed history forever. This week on History Ignited, Amy, Dave, Andrew, and Caroline step back into the 1960s to look at the life, presidency, and sudden loss of John F. Kennedy—the 35th President of the United States—and why Billy Joel included "JFK Blown Away" in We Didn't Start the Fire. Despite his short time in office, President Kennedy inspired millions with his vision for space exploration, his call for public servic... | 12m 07s | ||||||
| 7/29/26 |  Profumo Affair: Secrets, Spies, and the Scandal That Shook Britain | The Kids History Podcast Inspired by Billy Joel | In 1963, a single line in the news changed the face of British politics forever. The famous Profumo Affair—a high-stakes 1960s drama involving a cabinet minister, a model named Christine Keeler, a Soviet naval attache, and a whole lot of secrets. Join us on this episode of History Ignited as we break down how a Cold War breach of trust and a lie told to Parliament brought down a prime minister’s government, shifted public trust in the media, and earned its place in Billy Joel's We Didn'... | 10m 21s | ||||||
| 7/25/26 |  Malcolm X: The Power of Speaking Up | The Kids History Podcast Inspired by Billy Joel | When Billy Joel sang those words in We Didn't Start the Fire, he was pointing to one of the most powerful and influential figures in the Civil Rights Movement. But who was Malcolm X, and how did he fight for fairness and justice? In this episode, we take a trip back to the mid-20th century to explore the story of Malcolm Little—a boy who grew up facing immense hardship and went on to become Malcolm X, a bold leader who urged Black Americans to stand tall, take pride in their heritage, and dem... | 14m 46s | ||||||
| 7/22/26 |  Pope Paul: The Jet-Setting Pope Who Bridged the World | The Kids History Podcast Inspired by Billy Joel | Step into the Vatican as we explore the life of Pope Paul VI—the leader of the Catholic Church who brought centuries-old traditions into the modern era! When Pope Paul VI was elected in 1963, the world was changing fast. Cold War tensions were high, TV was everywhere, and young people were asking big questions about the future. Instead of staying inside the Vatican walls, Pope Paul VI did something unprecedented: he packed his bags and took to the skies! Known as the first "Pilgrim Pope," he ... | 10m 43s | ||||||
| 7/18/26 | boxingsports history+4 | — | Billy Joel | — | boxingheavyweight champion+5 | — | 3m 44s | ||
| 7/15/26 | space explorationJohn Glenn+4 | — | Friendship 7 | — | John GlennFriendship 7+5 | — | 4m 07s | ||
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| 7/11/26 | civil rightshistory+4 | — | Ole Miss | university campus | Ole MissBilly Joel+5 | — | 4m 14s | ||
| 7/1/26 | Beatlemaniamusic history+4 | — | History Ignited | Liverpool | Beatlesmusic industry+5 | — | 5m 43s | ||
| 6/27/26 | Lawrence of ArabiaBilly Joel+4 | — | Lawrence of ArabiaWe Didn't Start the Fire | — | Lawrence of ArabiaT.E. Lawrence+5 | — | 4m 08s | ||
| 6/24/26 | Cold WarBay of Pigs+5 | — | Soviet UnionWe Didn't Start the Fire | — | Bay of PigsCold War+8 | — | 8m 50s | ||
| 6/20/26 | Berlin history20th century struggles+3 | — | Billy Joel | Berlin | BerlinThird Reich+5 | — | 3m 54s | ||
| 6/17/26 | Bob Dylanmusic history+4 | — | Billy Joel | MinnesotaGreenwich Village | Bob Dylanfolk singer+5 | — | 3m 55s | ||
| 6/13/26 | science fictioncounterculture+4 | — | Stranger in a Strange Land | — | Robert A. HeinleinStranger in a Strange Land+6 | — | 8m 05s | ||
| 6/10/26 | genocideNazi history+3 | — | Nazi | — | Eichmanngenocide+5 | — | 4m 05s | ||
| 6/8/26 | Ernest Hemingway20th century literature+4 | — | History IgnitedThe Kids History Podcast Inspired by Billy Joel | — | Ernest Hemingwayliterature+6 | — | 3m 51s | ||
| 6/3/26 | BelgiumCongo+4 | — | History Ignited | Congo | BelgiumCongo+5 | — | 6m 36s | ||
| 4/18/26 | film analysishorror genre+3 | — | PsychoWe Didn't Start the Fire | — | PsychoAlfred Hitchcock+6 | — | 4m 26s | ||
| 4/18/26 |  Psycho: How Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho Redefined Horror & Storytelling | The Kids History Podcast Inspired by Billy Joel | In this episode of History Ignited, we explore Alfred Hitchcock's 1960 masterpiece Psycho—a film that shattered storytelling conventions and redefined horror forever. Discover how innovative editing techniques, cultural censorship challenges, and the unforgettable Norman Bates character changed cinema history. Perfect for families learning how filmmaking and historical events shape pop culture and the stories we tell. Send us Fan Mail About History Ignited: History Ignited is the award-winni... | 4m 26s | ||||||
| 4/15/26 | dancemusic+4 | — | History IgnitedThe Twist | — | Chubby CheckerThe Twist+5 | — | 6m 02s | ||
| 4/11/26 | John F. KennedyCamelot Era+4 | — | We Didn't Start the Fire | — | John F. KennedyCamelot+4 | — | 5m 43s | ||
| 4/8/26 | Payola scandalradio industry+3 | — | We Didn't Start the Fire | — | Payolaradio+5 | — | 4m 54s | ||
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Chart history for History Ignited
Peaked at #21 in Ireland, currently #21 in Ireland.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ireland | — | #21 | #21 | — |
| Ireland | — | #85 | #85 | — |
| PH | — | #125 | #125 | — |
Chart Positions
3 placements across 2 markets.
Chart Positions
3 placements across 2 markets.