History Events - Recorded Past Events

Recorded Past Events

Here are recordings from past events that History Departments at Tarrant County College have hosted.

American Girl at 40: Telling Girls’ History and Shaping Women’s Memory

Since its founding in 1986, American Girl has played a significant role in introducing generations of girls to U.S. history through historical fiction, material culture, and character-driven storytelling. As the brand marks its 40th anniversary, this webinar examines American Girl as a cultural and historical project—one that reflects evolving interpretations of girlhood, womanhood, citizenship, and the American past. This event invites participants to think critically about how history is presented to young audiences and how women’s stories are shaped, simplified, or expanded through popular culture.

Originally Recorded Thursday, March 12, 12:30-2:00 pm

K Pop Demon Hunters in Korean Culture and History

This is a fascinating talk on K-Pop Demon Hunters and its connections to Korean cultural traditions, folklore, and media. We were delighted to welcome Professor Hyuna Choi, Senior Lecturer of Korean and the Program Coordinator of Modern Language at the University of Texas at Arlington, as our guest speaker. Professor Choi specializes in modern Korean history and cultural studies, and her insights illuminated how historical narratives shape and inspire contemporary storytelling.

Originally Recorded Thu, Feb 19, 2026 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Commemorating 40 Years Since the Challenger Lessons in Courage, Curiosity, and Community

This is a special virtual program marking the 40th anniversary of the Space Shuttle Challenger tragedy. Together, we honored the seven astronauts—especially teacher Christa McAuliffe, whose courage and curiosity inspired a nation.

The event explored the Challenger’s enduring legacy in education, science, and leadership, and reflected on how moments of loss can spark lasting innovation and community.

Originally recorded January 28, 2026

Vietnam at 50: War, Memory, and Refuge

Originally recorded 11/20/2025

This special history webinar marked the 50th anniversary of the Fall of Saigon. This program explored the end of the Vietnam War in 1975 and its global consequences—from Cold War realignments to the creation of Vietnamese refugee communities and the ongoing cultural memory of the conflict.

Looking Back: 2000 Presidential Election

NE Campus | 11/19 @ 12:30pm - 2pm

Stream Here:

https://www.youtube.com/live/JX1G0NFaz9Q

Wickedness and Witchcraft: An Examination of the Salem Witch Trials

Hosted by TCC Stream

This recorded discussion delves into one of the most infamous episodes in early American history—the Salem Witch Trials of 1692. Featuring Tarrant County College faculty, the program examines the religious, social, and cultural forces that fueled fear and suspicion in Puritan New England.

Through a combination of historical analysis and critical reflection, the speakers unpack the psychological, political, and gender dynamics that shaped the witchcraft accusations and executions. The conversation also draws connections between the Salem trials and broader questions of mass hysteria, justice, and moral panic that continue to resonate today.

Originally streamed on: TCC Stream (YouTube)
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/live/JX1G0NFaz9Q
Audience: Open to students, educators, and the public

Stream Here:

https://www.youtube.com/live/kQHJqmxQn58

Mythbusting the American Revolution!

Myths vs. Realities!

Hosted by Tarrant County College (TCC Stream)

This recorded virtual event, streamed live on October 15, 2025, features TCC Northeast History Faculty Samantha Elkins and James Hathcock as they “myth bust” common assumptions about the American Revolution. Through a lively and evidence-based discussion, the speakers challenge popular narratives about the Revolution’s unity, purpose, and participants.

Key questions explored include:

Was the American Revolution truly as cohesive as traditional history suggests?
Was it really about democracy?
Who were the revolutionaries—heroes, opportunists, or something in between?
Using historical evidence as their guide, Elkins and Hathcock reveal the complex realities behind America’s founding myths, encouraging viewers to think critically about patriotism, identity, and the way history is remembered.

Originally streamed on: October 15, 2025
Platform: TCC Stream YouTube Channel
Audience: Open to students, educators, and the public

Leading the Way: The US Declaration of Independence and its Impacy on the World

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Looking Back: Hurricane Katrina

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Movie Discussion - A Knight's Tale

Originally recorded 9/5/2025.

Gilded Age: Fact versus Fiction

Dr. Jennifer Bridges (Connect Campus) discusses the hit HBO show and the "fact versus fiction" present in this historical drama.

Originally recorded 8/29/2025.

Movie Discussion: The Patriot

TCC Connect History Professors discuss the 2000 film The Patriot. Originally recorded 6/26/2025.

250 Years Since the Battle of Bunker Hill

Originally Recorded 6/17/2025

250 Years Since Lexington and Concord

Originally recorded on 4/18/2025.

Looking Back: Oklahoma City Bombing

Thirty years after the bombing of the Federal Building in Oklahoma City, the Social and Human Sciences Division examines the disaster with a panel of professors from various departments and disciplines, including History, Government, Speech, and Mental Health.

Tarrant County College | TCC Northeast | April 16, 2025

Texas-Trained Pilots of WWII

Dr. Sarah Myers (Messiah University) presents on "Texas-Trained Pilots of WWII" as part of the History Department's ongoing programming for the 80th Anniversary of the end of WWII.

Originally recorded on 3/27/2025.

The Red Army Storms in Europe: Combat, Hatred and Vengeance on the Eastern Front

Dr. Vojin Majstorovic gives a lecture over the history of the Soviet army and the role of women in Russia during World War 2.

Tarrant County College | TCC Northeast | March, 2025

Rise of Fascism

https://www.youtube.com/live/WmGAYC_2PAA

Tarrant County College Northeast | 2/20/2025

Documentary Discussion

Originally Recorded 1/27/2025.

History Professors at Connect Campus of Tarrant County College discuss the 2018 Documentary, "The Accountant of Auschwitz."

Veteran's Day Talk

Dr. William Meadows speaks on Native American Code Talkers from WWI and WWII.

Originally recorded 11/14/2024.

Constitution Day Talk

Originally recorded September 17, 2024.

We Remember September 11, 2001

Originally recorded September 11, 2024 on the NE Campus

Casablance Movie Discussion

Originally recorded July 18, 2024.

Echoes of Liberty: Commemorating the Semiquincentennial of 1774

TCC Connect Professors Dr. Chloe Northrop, Dr. John Lundberg, and Dr. Jason Frawley presented on the pivotal year 1774 in recognition of the 250th anniversary and its relation to the 4th of July Holiday. This was moderated by Dr. Jennifer Bridges.

Movie Discussion- Saving Private Ryan

TCC History Professors discuss Saving Private Ryan on the 80th Anniversary of D-Day.

Originally recorded June 6, 2024.

Unbroken Movie Discussion

TCC History Professors discuss "Unbroken."

Originally recorded May 3, 2024.

Columbine 25 Years Later

Tarrant County College presents a panel discussion on the Columbine High School mass shooting. Revisiting this tragedy twenty-five years after it happened, our panel of educators discuss changes in our schools and our society which have occurred in the years since. There are discussions on this devastating event, as well as other school shootings, and how they've changed the landscape of our educational system. Topics discussed include mental health factors, gun laws, school safety and PTSD. This panel was hosted by the History Department at TCC Northeast.

Tarrant County College | TCC Northeast April 11, 2024

Hacksaw Ridge Movie Discussion

Originally recorded 4/19/2024.

TCC History Professors Karen Wisely, Sara Reed, and Chloe Northrop discuss the movie "Hacksaw Ridge."

Dunkirk Movie Discussion

Originally recorded 4/5/2024.

TCC History Professors Karen Wisely, Sara Reed, and Chloe Northrop discuss the movie "Dunkirk."

Movie Discussion: Charlotte Grey

TCC NE Professors Samantha Elkins and Karen Wisely discuss the film Charlotte Grey. Originally recorded 3/22/2024

A Call to Spy- Movie Discussion

Originally recorded 3/8/2024. Dr. Karen Wisely and Dr. Chloe Northrop discuss the 2019 movie "A Call to Spy."

Questions Remain: Sixty Years After JFKs Assassination

This is a panel discussion about the assassination of President John F. Kennedy in Dallas on November 22nd, 1963. This discussion raises a number of, as yet, unanswered questions and delves into some of the conspiracy theories surrounding the tragedy. Panelists also touch on the political climate of the day, JFK's election and abbreviated Presidency, the Warren Commission Report and the media's role in shaping how this tragic event is remembered.

The moderator is Sara Reed, Assistant Professor of History. Panelists included:Leigh-Anne Regenold, Assistant Professor of Government, Cheryl North, Instructor of Sociology, James Hathcock, Professor of History. This discussion was held on November 15, 2023 at TCC - Northeast.

JFK

Dr. Karen Wisely, Professor Samantha Elkins, and Dr. Chloe Northrop discuss the 1991 film JFK.

Originally recorded 11/17/2023.

The History of Vampire in Folklore, Literature, and Film

Speaker: Megan Bryan, PhD Dr. Megan Bryan hold a PhD in Literature (specializing in 19th century vampire literature!) from the University of York in England, where she lived for ten years, spending the other two-thirds of her life on a US military base in Germany. This gave her the opportunity to travel extensively throughout Europe, which brought her into contact with a wide variety of history and cultures. She has published five novels and several articles, and spends her spare time with her cat, Tibby, writing about Victorians, villains, and vampires.

13 Days Movie Discussion

Dr. Karen Wisely, Dr. Chloe Northrop, and Professor Samantha Elkins discuss the 2000 film 13 Days. Originally recorded on 10/20/2023.

Constitution Day Event

Link to Recording

Event Name: Just Because It’s Free, Doesn’t Mean It’s True: Celebrating Constitution Day In A Digital World

Date: Thursday, September 14, 2023

Time: 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

NSTU Center Corner

Munich Movie Discussion

Dr. Karen Wisely, Dr. Chloe Northrop, Professor Samantha Elkins discuss the 2005 movie, Munich.

Originally recorded 9/8/2023

Religion, Radicalization, and Rock Music: Revisiting the Tragedy at Waco

TCC Connect Instructor Stacey Bryant speaks on the legacy of the incident in Waco for the 30th anniversary of the events that transpired.

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Originally recorded 4/14/2023

A Very Suspicious Endeavor: Importing European Witchcraft to North America

NE Campus hosts Dr. J. Tomlin, UNT for Women's History Month.

Originally recorded March 30, 2023.

Judgment at Nuremberg Movie Discussion

Dr. Chloe Northrop and Professor Samantha Elkins discuss Judgment at Nuremberg on Holocaust Remembrance Day, January 27, 2023.

Constitution Day 2022

Ellie Gettinger gave a talk "Blacklist: The Hollywood Red Scare" on September 16, 2022 for the TCC Connect Campus in honor of Constitution Day.

The Hidden Spirit of the Wilderness: The Evolution of American Environmentalism and Conservation

Christopher Menking of the SE Campus of TCC gave a speech, "The Hidden Spirit of the Wilderness: The Evolution of American Environmentalism and Conservation."

Originally recorded on Friday, March 4 at 12:30 pm

Constitution Day -2021

Cesar Diaz spoke on the topic "Hey Federalism, Where Are You From, and Where Are You Now," on September 17, 2021.

Sponsored by the Government Department on the NE Campus of TCC.

9/11 in History, Memory and Legacy

Originally September 10, 2021- Dr. Karen Wisely and Dr. Chloe Northrop, sponsored by TCC Connect Campus, discussed History and Memory as it relates to the 20th anniversary of 9/11.

https://youtu.be/XTmhfOfnQZM

Power Up Your Scholarship Essay

Originally October 7, 2020- This is an event that the Student Success Committee on the NE Campus sponsored that details resources at TCC and information about applying for Scholarships.

Women's History Month Webinar

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