Talking History with Evaleen Diaz
Dive into the past with Talking History, a podcast where 8th grader Evaleen Diaz uncovers the wild, messy, and super important stories that shaped our world! From laws like the Fugitive Slave Act to the battles and people who changed everything, each episode breaks down history in a fun, easy way. Perfect for curious minds who want to know the “why” behind today. Tune in for 10-minute adventures—no textbook needed!
Talking History with Evaleen Diaz
Runaway Rules: The Fugitive Slave Act Unraveled
Hey, history fans! Welcome to Talking History! I’m Evaleen Diaz, your 7th-grade host, and in this episode—'Runaway Rules: The Fugitive Slave Act Unraveled'—we’re diving into a wild law from the 1850s that tried to catch runaway slaves but ended up starting fights instead! I’ll spill the tea on how it began with North-South drama, got signed by President Millard Fillmore, and totally backfired, helping spark the Civil War. We’ll meet sneaky heroes like the Underground Railroad, see how it hurt people, and cheer when the 13th Amendment finally shut it down. It’s 10 minutes of twists, big wins, and some ‘whoa, really?’ moments—all for my school project turned podcast. So, grab your headphones and let’s unravel this runaway rule together!