Marathon of History
Short local history stories from Ontario
Podcasting since 2023 • 18 episodes
Marathon of History
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Slow down summer!
As we approach fall Mat discusses the tradition of fall fairs and the importance of the season to early inhabitants of the Grey Bruce area. Additionally, themes surrounding Canadian historian Tim Cook's new book 'The Good Allies' are discussed....
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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32:33
West Grey Virtual Museum Podcast - episode 2
Join host Mat Johnson for the second episode of the West Grey Virtual Museum Podcast. On this episode Mat takes a look at:- The continued development of the West Grey Virtual Museum; the Durham Conservation Area's controversial fence; th...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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29:05
Happy Canada Day!
Explore local history with Grey County-based historian Mat Johnson. Mat's 15 years as a professional historian and life-long obsession with Canadian history comes through in the Marathon of History Podcast, companion to the OMA award-winning Ma...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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West Grey Virtual Museum Podcast - episode 1
A brief description of the exciting West Grey Virtual Museum project! For more information, or to visit the museum, see westgreymuseum.ca
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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17:34
The Netherlands 2025 - 80th anniversary of freedom
Join me, Marathon of History owner and podcast host Mat Johnson, as I discuss the absurdity of flying offensive political flags. But more importantly, I discuss the wonderful time I had working for Liberation Tours as a guide for two weeks in T...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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