January 7th, 2025

From celestial revelations that changed our view of the universe to modern battles over free expression and cultural identity, today's stories explore how human knowledge and creativity face resistance and persecution. As we remember both Galileo's revolutionary telescope observations and the tragic Charlie Hebdo attack, we also celebrate the birth of Zora Neale Hurston, whose work challenged social boundaries and illuminated overlooked American stories.

What is Today in History by PocketPod?

A brief roundup of some important events and birthdays that happened each day. This podcast is created entirely with AI by PocketPod. Head over to https://pocketpod.app to learn more.