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A podcast of the TCU History Department, where we put the life and times of Horned Frogs into their rightful place in world history. This podcast is a product of academic coursework, created by students for educational purposes. The opinions and views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent the official stance or views of Texas Christian University.
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This episode discusses one of the United States Defense Agency and its mission to identify and retrieve missing military personnel like Captain Howard A. Wilson Jr., a past TCU student athlete that was reported MIA during the Korean War. This podcast is a product of academic coursework, created by students for educational purposes. The opinions and…
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Explore the history of the Medal of Honor, how it reflects America’s turbulent past, and preparations for National Medal of Honor Museum. Tune in for a discussion of who and how US service members serve, and the mission of the National Medal of Honor Museum as it is set to open in Arlington, TX in March 2025. This podcast is a product of academic c…
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Join us for a powerful episode as we explore the tragic Kent State shooting, the 1970s protests, and their lasting impact on activism and free speech. Through personal stories and expert insights, we’ll reflect on how that fateful day in May shaped a generation and continues to resonate today. This podcast is a product of academic coursework, creat…
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In this episode, Sam and Casey explore the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum’s mission to preserve history and educate against hatred and genocide, the role of museums in shaping collective memory, and the importance of turning history’s darkest chapters into tools for preventing future injustices. This podcast is a product of academic cours…
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Game Changers: How Do We Remember Veterans in Athletics?
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Explore the exciting histories of American football and baseball through the lens of those who both played and served bravely in the military. This podcast is a product of academic coursework, created by students for educational purposes. The opinions and views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necess…
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Frontline Angels: A World War II Nurses’ Legacy
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This episode follows the story of Lt. Dorothy M. Delmar, mother of a TCU staff member, and explores the legacy of World War II nurses, examining how we view their work through a modern-day lens. This podcast is a product of academic coursework, created by students for educational purposes. The opinions and views expressed in this podcast are solely…
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Frogs Never Quit: The Forgotten Memory of Horace Carswell Jr.
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This episode will explore the military accomplishments of Horace Carswell, Jr., and what causes him and other military members not to get the recognition and memory they deserve. This podcast is a product of academic coursework, created by students for educational purposes. The opinions and views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the in…
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The history of the TCU Veterans Memorial, now known as Veterans Plaza, began with WWI and continues to evolve today with changing social attitudes towards conflict, war, and military service. This podcast is a product of academic coursework, created by students for educational purposes. The opinions and views expressed in this podcast are solely th…
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In her testimony before the U.S. Senate in 1988, Vietnam veteran Diane Carlson Evans posed the question: “Who decides whom America will remember?” This season, we answer her question by considering how Americans have remembered the wars of our history. What do we remember about wars, and conversely, what do we forget? Whose participation have we ce…
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Beyond the Controller: A Journey Through the History of Esports
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This episode explores the rise of Esports to prominence in the United States and at our very own TCU. This podcast is a product of academic coursework, created by students for educational purposes. The opinions and views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent the official stance or vi…
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A Walk into the Dark and Wild: TCU's Entrance into the Big 12 Conference
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This episode provides an in-depth analysis of Texas Christian University's pivotal choice to become a member of the Big 12 Conference. It examines the ways in which the transition has improved not only the university's athletic achievements but also its financial standing, academic standing, and overall campus life. Furthermore, it establishes a pr…
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Come with us on a journey through the history of the Southwest Conference, it highs and lows, and ultimately how its downfall shaped TCU sports. This podcast is a product of academic coursework, created by students for educational purposes. The opinions and views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not nece…
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This episode explores the intersection of Title IX and TCU Men's Soccer. We delve into the complexities of gender equality and athletic opportunities in collegiate sports. This podcast is a product of academic coursework, created by students for educational purposes. The opinions and views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the individua…
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Breaking Boundaries: Title IX and Women's Collegiate Sports
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This episode reveals what the history of women’s sports was like with the development of the Title IX law put into place in 1972. This podcast is a product of academic coursework, created by students for educational purposes. The opinions and views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represe…
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James Cash & Jim Crow: The Integration of College Basketball at TCU
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This episode explores the integration of college basketball in the South, including the landmark legal events that shaped this change and the challenges these trailblazing black athletes overcame. This podcast is a product of academic coursework, created by students for educational purposes. The opinions and views expressed in this podcast are sole…
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Bred in Hate: How Rivalries Built the Culture of College Sports
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This episode of the FrogCast talks about how rivalries have made college sports the successful product that it is and in what way conference realignment could affect college sports This podcast is a product of academic coursework, created by students for educational purposes. The opinions and views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the …
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Gridiron Legacies and TCU Football Chronicles of the 1930s - Economic Triumphs and Touchdowns
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This episode delves into the profound impact of football during the Great Depression, spotlighting legendary quarterback Davey O'Brien's transformative role at TCU. Through expert insights and historical analysis, they uncover football's ability to revitalize economies and foster community pride amidst adversity. Transitioning to contemporary TCU f…
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Before The Blitz: TCU’s Football Heritage
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This episode talks about many significant events before 1930 in the world of college football, including early games that shaped the way college football was made and increased its popularity. We also go in-depth about the development of TCU’s football program and how it was able to transform from a small college in Waco to a contender in Fort Wort…
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Aftermath of War: Navigating the Vietnamese Refugee Crisis
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In this episode, we learn about the refugee crisis that came after the end of the Vietnam War by exploring numerous perspectives and modern-day implications. This podcast is a product of academic coursework, created by students for educational purposes. The opinions and views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved an…
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From Frogs to Fatigues: The Vietnam War Lottery Draft and Two Fortunate Frogs
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Join host Gavin McGuffin for a discussion of conscription policy in post-war America, the origins of the 1969 lottery draft, and how the draft affected college campuses during the Vietnam War. This podcast is a product of academic coursework, created by students for educational purposes. The opinions and views expressed in this podcast are solely t…
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Crossing Paths: TCU and Jarvis College Student Exchange
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In 1968, Jarvis Christian College, a historically Black college, and Texas Christian University initiated a groundbreaking student exchange program aimed at fostering racial integration and understanding. This podcast is a product of academic coursework, created by students for educational purposes. The opinions and views expressed in this podcast …
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This episode of Frogcast analyzes the role of the government in militarizing the America public during the Cold War and expanding the nuclear conscious, begging the question: Who are we in wartime? This podcast is a product of academic coursework, created by students for educational purposes. The opinions and views expressed in this podcast are sol…
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From Combat to the Classroom: How the G.I. Bill Changed America
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After WWII, millions of American veterans returned home and pursued higher education. This was only possible because of the monumental legislation known as the GI Bill. So many Veterans enrolled at TCU, the university was forced to add barracks to the campus for Veteran housing.By historyfrogcast
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The Atomic Bomb Changed Everything. Or did it?
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Follow the story of the Manhattan Project through the eyes of Harrison Miller Moseley (TCU ‘43) as hosts Brian and Walter discuss the broader moral, social, and political consequences of the development of a nuclear weapon. This podcast is a product of academic coursework, created by students for educational purposes. The opinions and views express…
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In our episode, we explore the evolution of the roles of women in the military since WWII and the unique challenges they had to overcome to go from WAAC to Warriors, with a detailed lens at how TCU has helped women succeed in the military sphere.By historyfrogcast
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Unforgotten Valor: Hubert Lindsey & Preston Hooper’s Fight in Normandy
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This episode discusses the invasion at Normandy as well as two TCU alumni who fought and lost their lives during World War II. This podcast is a product of academic coursework, created by students for educational purposes. The opinions and views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent …
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How U.S. Military Chaplains Helped the Allies Win the Second World War
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This episode explores the impact chaplains had in the United States military throughout World War Two. This podcast is a product of academic coursework, created by students for educational purposes. The opinions and views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent the official stance or v…
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Welcome to the inaugural season of History Frogcast, a production of the TCU History Department. Season 1 was produced by students in US History 1941 to 1975. Episodes offer a close-up look at how individual Horned Frogs and campus events fit into the broader narrative of US history. Stay tuned to learn about Horned Frogs who served in uniform duri…
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