In today's episode of This Day in Miami History, we discuss arguably the most important sporting event in South Florida's history. It's the 60th anniversary of Sonny Liston's defeat at the hands of Cassius Clay, who would go on to become Muhammad Ali and change the course of history. Remember to follow This Day in Miami History Podcast on your preferred podcast provider, as well as Twitter and Facebook! And visit the This Day in Miami History shop on Spreadshirt for your "Elect Ralph Renick Governor" bumper sticker, t-shirt, and more, as well as TDMH-branded ..read more

In today's episode of This Day in Miami History, we talk to Tommy Phillips, the author of "The Orange Bowl: A Complete History." New Year's Day is historically connected to the game, and Tommy and Matthew talk about the game's evolution over nearly 90 years. Remember to follow This Day in Miami History Podcast on your preferred podcast provider, as well as Twitter and Facebook! And visit the This Day in Miami History shop on Spreadshirt for your "Elect Ralph Renick Governor" bumper sticker, t-shirt, and more, as well as TDMH-branded material! The Orange Bowl ..read more

In today's episode of This Day in Miami History, we discuss the current threat to the Clevelander Hotel on Miami Beach by looking back at its history in shaping America's war effort during World War II. Remember to follow This Day in Miami History Podcast on your preferred podcast provider, as well as Twitter and Facebook! And visit the This Day in Miami History shop on Spreadshirt for your "Elect Ralph Renick Governor" bumper sticker, t-shirt, and more, as well as TDMH-branded material! Miami Design Preservation League (mdpl.org) When Miami Beach Went to War ..read more

In today's episode of This Day in Miami History, we take a look back at the opening of Miami News Tower, which we now know as Freedom Tower. This iconic structure has a fascinating backstory, and we explore it with Dr. Paul S. George, resident historian at HistoryMiami. Remember to follow This Day in Miami History Podcast on your preferred podcast provider, as well as Twitter and Facebook! And visit the This Day in Miami History shop on Spreadshirt for your "Elect Ralph Renick Governor" bumper sticker, t-shirt, and more, as well as TDMH-branded material! Abou ..read more

In today's episode of This Day in Miami History, we break format a bit. A momentous event in the history of the United States is taking place in Miami today, as former President Donald J. Trump is being arraigned on federal charges. We use today’s occasion to draw parallels to the past, when on January 4, 1990, former Panamanian “Maximum Leader” Manuel Noriega was arraigned on federal charges after he was captured and arrested during Operation Just Cause in 1990. Remember to follow This Day in Miami History Podcast on your preferred podcast provider, as well as Twitter and ..read more

In today's episode of This Day in Miami History, we remember the visit of Queen Elizabeth II to Miami. Her one-day stop was a whirlwind of action, and provided unique insight into how a Queen operates. Remember to follow This Day in Miami History Podcast on your preferred podcast provider, as well as Twitter and Facebook! And visit the This Day in Miami History shop on Spreadshirt for your "Elect Ralph Renick Governor" bumper sticker, t-shirt, and more, as well as TDMH-branded material! Video: The Queen in the USA with Bill Neely - ITN Archive Elizabeth R: A ..read more

In today's episode of This Day in Miami History, we discuss Barbara Baer Capitman, who was critical in preserving Miami Beach's Art Deco architecture. We talk with Daniel Ciraldo, Executive Director of the Miami Design Preservation League (the group Capitman founded) about the history of the work and current threats to historic preservation. Find Your Representative - Florida House of Representatives: https://www.myfloridahouse.gov/FindYourRepresentative Miami Design Preservation League: https://mdpl.org/ Barbara's Crusade - Miami Beach Visual Memoirs: https://youtu.be/kag0StmkcHI Support th ..read more

In today's episode of This Day in Miami History, we discuss the Peruvian Havana Embassy Crisis of 1980, which began on April 1 and eventually led to the Mariel Boatlift. Matthew talks with Andrew Beck Grace, a co-host of NPR's "White Lies" podcast. Season 2 of that podcast focuses on Mariel and its significant aftereffects. NPR's White Lies Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/white-lies/id1462650519 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/this-day-in-miami-history-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcir ..read more

In today's episode of This Day in Miami History, we discuss the fallout of the 1997 City of Miami mayoral election, an election that was completely invalidated due to massive absentee ballot fraud. Xavier Suarez won a runoff that never should have happened, and Joe Carollo returned to the mayor's office only after judicial intervention. Wolfson Archives - https://www.mdc.edu/archives/wolfson-archives/ 60 Minutes, Welcome To Miami - https://search.alexanderstreet.com/view/work/bibliographic_entity%7Cvideo_work%7C2862243 Michael Putney on C-SPAN (includes Year in Reviews) https://www.c-span.org ..read more

In today's episode of This Day in Miami History, we talk to Bob Kealing, author of "Good Day Sunshine State: How the Beatles Rocked Florida." Our discussion covers the band's history in Florida, their impact on our music scene and how the Fab Four left our state changed forever. You can but Bob's book at local bookseller Books & Books here! https://shop.booksandbooks.com/aff/thisdaymiamipod_34958/book/9780813068930 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/this-day-in-miami-history-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https ..read more