Tag: American traditions

Why does every graduation ceremony seem to use the same song? In this episode of Randy Unscripted, we explore the surprising history behind “Pomp and Circumstance,” the melody that has become synonymous with graduation season across America. Long before it echoed through school gymnasiums and commencement halls, the piece began…

In this episode of Randy Unscripted, Randy Black explores one of the most powerful and often overlooked chapters in the history of Thanksgiving — Abraham Lincoln’s decision to establish a national day of thanksgiving during the height of the Civil War. Drawing on his background as a former history teacher,…

In this opening episode of the Randy Unscripted Thanksgiving series, Randy Black takes listeners beyond the familiar classroom version of Thanksgiving to uncover the deeper and more complex history behind one of America’s most celebrated holidays. Drawing on his background as a former history teacher, Randy explores the lesser-known stories…