Archie McDonald, Ph.D.
CommentatorArchie P. McDonald (b. Nov. 29, 1935 - d. Aug. 16, 2012) aught history at Stephen F. Austin State University for 47 years. He served as host and author of a commentary series on Red River Radio for more than a decade and also served on our community advisory board. He served as director of the East Texas Historical Association and editor of the Association’s Journal for 37 years. He was a past president of the Texas State Historical Association, past vice chair of the Texas Historical Commission, and author/editor of more than 20 books on historical topics—and one book of humor titled Helpful Cooking Hints for House Husbands of Uppity Women. Along with teaching, McDonald served as SFA's community liaison. His Red River Radio commentaries aired for many years on Fridays at 7:35 a.m.
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Repeat Broadcast on Monday, April 2, at 8 p.m.Original broadcast on Thursday, May 26, at 8 p.m. Apollo 12 astronaut Alan Bean, the fourth man to walk on…
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Commentator Archie McDonald ponders what he'd do if he won the lottery.
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Commentator Archie McDonald takes a trip to Beaumont, Texas, to attend a reunion, on the arm of Judy.
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Commentator Archie McDonald describes his chemotherapy treatments and the unwavering support he receives from his wife, Judy.
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Commentator Archie McDonald explains leap year: a mathematical and historical lesson in one.
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Commentator Archie McDonald describes his longtime friend and colleague, Bill Brophy.
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Commentator Archie McDonald welcomed "Suzy II," and she's captured his heart.
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Commentator Archie McDonald ponders the messages of TV public service announcements.
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Commentator Archie McDonald lightheartedly critiques the funerals he has attended recently, and lays out his own wishes.
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Commentator Archie McDonald reminisces about summers spent on a farm in New Madrid, Mo.