Episode 24

NaPodPoMo 2025 Episode #23 – Nov. 23, 2025

Published on: 23rd November, 2025

In this episode, I explore how America’s understanding of Thanksgiving evolved from scattered regional observances to a unified national holiday. Drawing from my background as a history educator, I look at how presidents like George Washington and Abraham Lincoln used Thanksgiving proclamations to encourage national unity, humility, and reflection—especially in times of crisis. By weaving together history and faith, the episode highlights how gratitude has served as a stabilizing force in the American story and why the call to give thanks continues to hold spiritual and civic significance today.



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Hosted by educator and podcaster Randy Black, Randy Unscripted dives into modern culture, technology, news, and occasional matters of faith with curiosity and candor. Listeners can expect a mix of analysis, personal anecdotes, and playful tangents that make complex topics accessible, entertaining, and relevant.
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Randall "Randy" Black is an educator, technology specialist, and podcaster from Milton, WV. He currently works in educational technology helping to support students and staff in their daily usage of technology in the classroom. He is an avid podcaster and Christian who shares his thoughts and ideas on several podcasts weekly.