The Other States of America: History Portal
A solo-hosted history podcast uncovering the forgotten stories of early American colonies, conflicts, and confederations left out of textbooks.
This is a solo-narrated, chronological deep dive into specific, often-neglected chapters of early American history. Presented as a well-researched lecture, each episode focuses on the political, economic, and social development of entities like Spanish Florida or the Province of Carolina. The show avoids a 'great man' approach, instead detailing the systemic forces and geopolitical struggles that shaped the continent before the American Revolution.
“Its tight focus on the 'other' states—colonies, confederations, and territories that are mere footnotes in conventional history—sets it apart. The format is dense and academic, delivered by a certified teacher who methodically unpacks the histories of places like New Netherland, Spanish Florida, and the competing factions within the Carolinas.”
Who hosts this show
The Other States of America is a narrative history podcast hosted by Eric Yanis, a New York State certified Social Studies and SWD teacher. The show focuses on the complex history of North America that standard high school classes often overlook, such as the colonies of New Netherland and New Sweden, and confederations like the Haudenosaunee. Yanis guides listeners through the stories of political entities that preceded, were components of, or existed in defiance of the modern United States.
Credentials & credits
- NYS Certified Social Studies teacher
- NYS Certified SWD (Students with Disabilities) teacher
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01Spanish Florida: The British Are Coming (1668-1718)May 26, 2026 · 43 min
- 02Carolina: The Rise of South Carolina (1680-1712)Apr 21, 2026 · 38 min
- 03Carolina: The Birth of North Carolina (1680-1712)Apr 6, 2026 · 39 min
- 04Carolina: Albemarle and Charles Towne (1663-1680)Feb 6, 2026 · 48 min
- 05Carolana: The Road to Carolina (1629-1663)Jan 22, 2026 · 29 min
- 06Spanish Florida: 60 years of Chaos and the Pirate Robert Searle (1608-1668)Jan 18, 2026 · 37 min
- 07The Powhatan: The Rise of Virginia (1619-1678)Dec 8, 2025 · 50 min
- 08The Powhatan: Pocahontas' Peace and the First Anglo-Powhatan War (1609-1618)Nov 19, 2025 · 35 min
Notable episodes
- 01Spanish Florida: The British Are Coming (1668-1718)
This episode provides a comprehensive 50-year history of a key colonial battleground, covering pirate attacks, the construction of the Castillo de San Marcos, and the devastating impact of English expansion on Native American populations.
- 02Carolina: The Birth of North Carolina (1680-1712)
Focuses on the political turmoil, rebellions, and key figures like the corrupt governor Seth Sothel, which ultimately led to the formal creation of North Carolina as a separate colony.
- 03Carolina: Albemarle and Charles Towne (1663-1680)
Explains the complex origins of the Carolina province, including the involvement of philosopher John Locke, the establishment of a feudal-like system, and the founding of the two separate settlements that would define the region.
What you'll be asked on this show
This is a solo-narrative history podcast and does not feature interviews. The host, Eric Yanis, is the sole speaker.
This is a solo-narrative show with no interviews or guests. Host Eric Yanis presents a straightforward, chronological historical account in a clear, lecture-style format. The production is simple, focusing entirely on the narrative without sound effects or extensive archival audio.
Signature segments
- · "This has been The Other States of America History Podcast. I'm Eric Yanis. Thank you for listening."
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Audience & reach
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People also ask
- What is the host's name and background?
- The host is Eric Yanis, a New York State certified Social Studies and Students with Disabilities (SWD) teacher.
- What is the podcast's format?
- It is a solo-hosted narrative podcast. Eric Yanis is the only speaker and presents detailed historical accounts in a lecture style.
- Does the show have guests or interviews?
- No, the podcast is a solo narrative and does not feature guests or interviews.
- Is the podcast still active?
- Yes, the podcast is active and releases episodes on a monthly or fortnightly basis.
- What topics does the show cover?
- It focuses on American history left out of textbooks, such as lesser-known colonies (New Netherland, New Sweden), confederations (Haudenosaunee), and detailed histories of places like Spanish Florida and the early Carolinas.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The podcast is available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and other platforms via its Anchor.fm feed.
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