{"podcast":{"title":"Real Cool History for Kids","slug":"real-cool-history-for-kids-472214","podcast_index_feed_id":472214,"rss_url":"https://realcoolhistoryforkids.libsyn.com/rss","website_url":"https://directory.libsyn.com/shows/view/id/realcoolhistoryforkids","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/c/7/f/8/c7f82793be09c6afd959afa2a1bf1c87/podcast-cover.jpg","author":"Angela O'Dell","episode_count":186,"summary":"Real Cool History for Kids is a storytelling podcast that brings history to life for curious kids and families through engaging, true stories told from a Biblical worldview. Join author and storyteller Angela O'Dell as she shares unforgettable adventures from history—from courageous heroes and incredible discoveries to fascinating events, amazing places, and surprising moments that changed the world. Every episode is carefully researched, family-friendly, and designed to spark curiosity while helping kids connect with the people and events of the past. Whether you're listening at home, on a road trip, or as part of your homeschool day, each story invites you to discover that history is one great adventure waiting to be explored. New episodes are released twice each month.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-13T20:20:31.064958+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/real-cool-history-for-kids-472214"},"episode":{"title":"The Story of the Liberty Bell (a special episode for Clara, Ellis, and Cohen)","slug":"the-story-of-the-liberty-bell-a-special-episode-for-clara-ellis-and-cohen","published_at":"2026-07-13T10:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/real-cool-history-for-kids-472214/the-story-of-the-liberty-bell-a-special-episode-for-clara-ellis-and-cohen","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/real-cool-history-for-kids-472214","url":"https://realcoolhistoryforkids.libsyn.com/the-story-of-the-liberty-bell-a-special-episode-for-clara-ellis-and-cohen","audio_url":"https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/realcoolhistoryforkids/ep_184.mp3?dest-id=1296935","summary":"Episode 184: The Story of the Liberty Bell (a special episode for Clara, Ellis, and Cohen) Did you know one of America's greatest symbols of freedom almost never made it past its very first ring? In this special America 250 episode of Real Cool History for Kids , I tell the fascinating true story of the Liberty Bell...from its journey across the Atlantic Ocean from England, to the surprising crack that appeared the very first time it was rung, to the important role it played during the birth of the United States. Along the way, you will discover: Why the Liberty Bell was originally made What the Bible verse on the bell means Why historians aren't certain the bell rang on July 4, 1776 How the bell was secretly hidden during the Revolutionary War How it became one of the most recognizable symbols of liberty in the world You will also be encouraged to think about the importance of freedom, the blessings God has given us, and the greatest liberty found through Jesus Christ. This episode is perfect for families celebrating America's 250th birthday while discovering the amazing stories of history.","meta_description":"Episode 184: The Story of the Liberty Bell (a special episode for Clara, Ellis, and Cohen) Did you know one of America's greatest symbols of freedom almos…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1256,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/real-cool-history-for-kids-472214/episodes/the-story-of-the-liberty-bell-a-special-episode-for-clara-ellis-and-cohen/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/real-cool-history-for-kids-472214/the-story-of-the-liberty-bell-a-special-episode-for-clara-ellis-and-cohen.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}