Archie McDonald, Ph.D.

Commentator

Archie P. McDonald has taught history at Stephen F. Austin State University for 47 years. He has served as director of the East Texas Historical Association and editor of the Association’s Journal for 37 years. He is 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 serves as SFA's community liaison. His Red River Radio commentaries air Fridays at 7:35 a.m.

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9:11am

Fri May 11, 2012
Commentary

McDonald: Be sure to call your mama

In honor of Mother's Day, commentator Archie McDonald gives a shout out to the beloved mother figures who shaped him.

1:04pm

Fri May 4, 2012
Commentary

McDonald: What's going on?

Commentator Archie McDonald share details about his Hodgkin's disease and his physician "team roster" attacking it with a chemo and radiation double jab.

10:39am

Fri April 27, 2012
Commentary

McDonald: Make that curmudgeon McDonald

Commentator Archie McDonald has a bone to pick, especially with some young smartphone users who are supposed to be tuned in to his lecture.

8:48am

Fri April 20, 2012
Commentary

McDonald: Rain shouldn't get the cold shoulder

Commentator Archie McDonald reflects on the recent drought, and his appreciation for a soaking rain, especially at night.

9:45am

Fri April 13, 2012
Commentary

McDonald: On the history of Tax Day

Commentator Archie McDonald treats listeners to a history lesson on how the IRS filing deadline came to be.

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