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Unboxing History

Unboxing History | History Expert Jodi Wright-Gidley & Galveston Author Christine Hopkins

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Explore the past with Unboxing History as we take you on a journey into the captivating Galveston County Historical Museum collection. Uncover the hidden stories behind artifacts, delve into the intricacies of local history, and discover the treasures that connect us to bygone eras. Join us for a unique and insightful exploration of our heritage, one unboxing at a time. Hosted by local author and Galveston expert Christine Hopkins and Museum Director Jodi Wright-Gidley, "Unboxing History" wi ...
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Take off your shoes. Close up the zipper. Welcome inside to the Tent Sesh. Join Nick and Alex as they discuss the Boston Celtics, the latest NBA news, and a selection of whimsical happenings from around the sports world.
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Send us a text In this episode of Unboxing History, hosts Christine Hopkins and Jodi Wright-Gidley explore intriguing artifacts from the Tremont Hotel's past, including an 1879 menu and postcards. Special guest Kathleen Maca, a historian who authored a book on the Tremont Hotel, shares fascinating insights into the hotel's rich history, its notable…
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Whether it’s Jason Bourne, Liam Neeson, or the Lone Ranger...we may get a great story...but NOT a great example to follow. Spiritually, we NEED others because “we were not designed to follow Jesus alone.” Join us as we talk about the spiritual discipline of Community and how it helps us to pursue Jesus more effectively.…
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Send us a text In this episode of Unboxing History, co-hosts Christine Hopkins and Jodi Wright-Gidley unbox a special artifact from the Galveston County Museum: a portrait of the pioneering meteorologist Dr. John Freeman. They discuss Dr. Freeman's contributions to meteorology, including his work with the U.S. Weather Bureau and the founding of the…
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Send us a text Unboxing History: The Inquest Record of the 1900 Storm- In this episode of Unboxing History, co-host Christine Hopkins and Jody Wright-Gidley, director of the Galveston County Museum, delve into the story behind an inquest record book from the Bolivar Peninsula post-1900 Storm. They discuss the history and significance of the ledger,…
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Send us a text In this episode of Unboxing History, Christine Hopkins and museum staffer Shelby Rodwell unbox a woman's bathing suit from 1890-1910 from the Galveston County Museum collection. This swimsuit is featured in a new exhibit at the Museum created by Rodwell. The podcast highlights beach-related artifacts in the exhibit and the history of…
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There are certain things in life that we “just know,” well...we “think” we know. I’m looking at you that sings the wrong lyrics to that song!! :)This passage helps us to have clarity about the most consequential thing in our lives...our relationship with God and how we interact with Him.
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Send us a text In this episode of Unboxing History, hosts Christine Hopkins and Jodi Wright-Gidley share a rare fire bucket from the early 1900s held in the Galveston County Museum's collection. They are joined by James Anderson, author of 'Galveston Burning: A History of the Fire Department and Major Conflagrations,' to discuss significant fires t…
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All of us are a little ‘messed up.’ You might even call us ‘misfits.’ In one of the most mundane passages of Scripture (the genealogy of Jesus), we see the story of four ‘misfits.’ People that we think should not have been included in the lineage of Jesus. BUT...they ARE there and it is for a PURPOSE...just like US!…
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Send us a text Unveiling the Maceos: From Immigrants to Galveston's Power Duo - Featuring Kimber Fountain, Author of "The Maceos and the Free State of Galveston, An Authorized History" This episode of 'Unboxing History' delves into the intriguing history Galveston County, Texas, through the lens of Sam and Rose Maceo, who played a pivotal role in t…
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Grief affects nearly every area of our lives...the way we think, the way we regulate our emotions, our sleep patterns, and even our eating habits. Grief is overwhelming...yet it is something we must encounter. In this message, we don’t let go OF grief, but we learn that there are some things that need let go IN grief. Jesus sets the example for us …
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Send us a text Unearthing Galveston's Past: The 1900 Storm Through Thomas Edison's Lens This episode of 'Unboxing History' features Christine Hopkins and Jodi Wright Gidley, who introduce two unique films. One film was captured after the 1900 Storm by Thomas Edison’s crew, and another reel is from the early 1950s. Guest J.R. Shaw, host of Galveston…
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Send us a text This episode of Unboxing History provides a detailed discussion about the history of a tamale cart once belonging to Mr. Serrato, known as Dan the Tamale Man, in Galveston. It includes interviews with a local Texas Star Bakery owner and tamale expert, Cris Chapa, and Chef Mary Bass of La Cocina Market, discussing the process of makin…
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Send us a text Unboxing History Episode 2: From Storefronts to Memories: The Vanishing World of Corner Stores is a conversation between Christine Hopkins, Jodi Wright-Gidley, and Alfio Tropea. They discuss the history and significance of a unique artifact, a bicycle that was used for grocery store deliveries in the 1950s. The bicycle has been throu…
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