In this episode of Falconcast, Kylie discusses the debates among the Founders regarding slavery during the creation of the Constitution. She challenges the morals and background of the Founders’ thinking during the Constitution’s creation, and how both slaveowners and anti-slavery citizens’ opinions were acknowledged. Sources for this recording: Britannica, Ashbrook.

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Slavery From the Founders of America

Leaders throughout history have fought for what they believed in. American history is no different. It is a quality that is found so noble, that even now, we still discuss it in schools. However, when does passion grow too great? When do methods cross the line? In this episode of Falconcast, host Jesse discusses an interesting case in this discussion. This is the story of John Brown. Sources for this episode include: History.com, Battlefields, and Civil War on the Western Border.

The Radical Abolitionist John Brown

In this podcast Tylie is going to be talking about the end of slavery in America. She will start off by talking about how America split in “2”, the South, and the North and their beliefs and differences, which will lead up to President Abraham Lincon’s Election. This all lead up to the Civil War, which helped ended slavery but it wasn’t till the Emancipation Proclamation and the 13th Amendment was made where slavery became illegal. The sources she used were, History.com, Ushistory.org, American Battlefield Trust, and The National Archives.

The End of Slavery in America

In this episode of Falconcast, Elizabeth discusses the remarkable story of the 1822 Vesey slave revolt. Denmark Vesey a freedman who orchestrated one of the most extensive slave revolts in American history. Though the plans of the insurrection were leaked by two slaves before the plot could even be carried out. Sources for this show: Denmark Vesey's biography, encyclopedia, nps.gov, and time.

The 1822 Denmark Vesey Slave Revolt Conspiracy

In this episode of Falconcast, Imogen and Ellis deep-dive into the realities of the slave ship Mary. They uncover the shocking and dehumanizing events faced by the enslaved captives. By using these sources: 3D Model of Slave ship  Rare Day by Day Log of Slave ship Mary. Original music by Ellis.

The Slave Ship Mary

In this episode of Falconcast, host Grant talks about Runaway Slave Capturing which was the process of capturing runaway slaves, he discusses how the act of runaway slave capturing had ramifications on the economy of the time and helped to spark the civil war.  Be sure to check out the sources of this show Wikipedia and Encyclopedia Britannica.

The Business of Hunting Fugitive Slaves

In this episode of Falconcast, Kerry will explain the reason and major events that increased the tension between the North and the South, which eventually led to the civil war. Kerry will also explain what caused the secession of the South. Sources for the show: Ducksters, PBS, American Battlefield Trust.

Major Events Leading to the Civil War

In this episode of Falconcast, Maya, Evie, and Alma examine the life and work of William Lloyd Garrison, the most famous and influential white abolitionist of 19th century America. They discuss what inspired Garrison to take up the mantle of ending slavery and his newspaper The Liberator. Sources for this show include PBS and NPS.

William Lloyd Garrison

Welcome back to Falcon Cast! Today, Ryan, Maibre, and Michael talk about five events that happened during and after the conclusion of the Civil War. They touch on the D.C. Emancipation Act, The Emancipation Proclamation, The Fall of Richmond, The Surrenders, as well as three amendments to the Constitution after the war. Sources for this podcast: U.S. Senate, National Archives, and National Women's History Museum.

The Waning Days of Slavery

In this episode of Falconcast, Kellen discusses the controversies of slave-represented companies in modern times. He discusses the Splash Mountain incident, Aunt Jemima, Dr. Seuss, and many other slave-incorporated companies. Sources for this show are Pushblack, Apnews, and travelandleisure.

When Slavery Appears on Our Shelves

In this episode of Falconcast, Justine and Alison talk about the side effects of slavery in America with the creation of Black Codes and Jim Crow laws and how these cruel rules created severe segregation throughout the United States. We discuss the devastating truth that racism is still a grave issue and having hopes for a more equal future. Sources for this show: U.S. Slavery, Confronting The Legacy Of Slavery, "We Live With the Legacy of Slavery", American Civil War Ends, and Segregation in the United States

The Effects of Slavery

In this episode of Falconcast, Elizabeth W. discusses the journey from Africa to the Americas. She talks about the harsh conditions the Africans had to endure, first hand witnesses, and rebellions that even sparked upon these journeys. Most important source used in this episode: Understanding Slavery Initiative .

Ships and Rebellions

Mia, Alexandra, and Daana discuss the story of Frederick Douglass, a slave abolitionist who was full of perseverance. His story is very inspirational as it showcases how he finally reached freedom and stood up for what was right. Sources for this show: Frederick Douglass’ life in depth, Britannica, Biography, NPS, and his autobiography. Music - intro

Frederick Douglass

In this episode of Falconcast, Ali discusses the question of reparations for the descendent of enslaved people. She considers what politicians are promising, what reparations might look like, and whether the U.S. can afford it.

The Question of Reparations

A podcast series about immigration. All episodes were researched, written, recorded, and produced by the 8th grade students at St. Mary's School, an IB World School in Orange County, California.

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