Houston History — Points of Interest by Autio
Autio
Maritime trade, piracy, war, hurricanes, political unrest, early settlement, and port-driven prosperity define the turbulent history of Houston and the Galveston coast.
Location:
United States
Genres:
History Podcasts
Networks:
Autio
Description:
Maritime trade, piracy, war, hurricanes, political unrest, early settlement, and port-driven prosperity define the turbulent history of Houston and the Galveston coast.
Language:
English
Episodes
Sam Houston’s Last Public Speech
1/4/2026
He warned a raging, hostile crowd of the horrors of war, predicting "fire and rivers of blood" would result. Narrated by Craig Patterson.
Duration:00:04:08
Site of 1837 Lubbock Ranch
1/4/2026
Beginning with a few cows, pigs, and sheep he accepted as payment, he built up large herds. Narrated by Craig Patterson.
Duration:00:02:22
Mid 1800s at “The Strand”
1/4/2026
In the second half of the 19th century, Galveston was one of the richest and busiest ports in the world. Narrated by Chris Brinkley.
Duration:00:02:13
Last Confederate Force Surrender
1/4/2026
Galveston was the biggest city and busiest seaport at the start of the Civil War, which formally ended here. Narrated by Chris Brinkley.
Duration:00:02:53
Galveston’s Early Years
1/4/2026
Historical Marker - Galveston began as a home base for a couple different pirates including notorious Jean Lafitte. Narrated by Tom Glynn.
Duration:00:02:26
The Karankawas & de Vaca
1/4/2026
The early history of Galveston Island includes indigenous people and shipwrecked Spaniards. Narrated by Ean Leppin.
Duration:00:02:02
The Great Galveston Hurricane
1/4/2026
The 1900 Galveston Hurricane is known as the greatest natural disaster ever to strike the United States, causing at least 8,000 deaths. Narrated by Tom Glynn.
Duration:00:02:50
Galveston’s Weather Station
1/4/2026
The first live and direct televised picture of a hurricane—the famously devastating Carla—was broadcast from here. Narrated by Craig Patterson.
Duration:00:01:54
Galveston & The Texas Republic
1/4/2026
When President Sam Houston ordered the Navy be sold, incensed townspeople used force to prevent bidding. Narrated by Craig Patterson.
Duration:00:02:50
Early Galveston Commercial Block
1/4/2026
During the Battle of Galveston it was in the line of fire from the 11-inch guns on the Federal ship ”Owasco.” Narrated by Craig Patterson.
Duration:00:02:27
1977 National Women’s Conference
1/4/2026
Historical Marker - Important activists gathered to consider a "National Plan of Action" to improve the lives of women. Narrated by Joy Nash.
Duration:00:02:12
1863 Battle of Galveston
1/4/2026
Union ships fled despite demands for surrender, and this most important Texas port remained in Confederate control. Narrated by Tom Glynn.
Duration:00:01:46
1857 Federal Building’s Legacy
1/4/2026
The Federal fleet’s 9 inch shell passed through the walls of the second story but failed to explode. Narrated by Tom Glynn.
Duration:00:03:13
1840 Galveston Central Wharf
1/4/2026
Mallory Steamship lines docked at Piers 22 and 23 discharging and taking on passengers and cargo, mostly cotton. Narrated by Tom Glynn.
Duration:00:03:00
Galveston Quarantine Stations
1/4/2026
It was noted for its serene and beautiful grounds, which included oleanders, palms and Bermuda grass. Narrated by Sarah Prather.
Duration:00:01:53