Podcast Episode 67: Gettysburg Ghost Tours: Unveiling the Haunting History of Gettysburg

In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of guided tours that allow visitors to explore the haunting history of one of the most pivotal battlefields of the American Civil War. Join us as we embark on a journey through time, uncovering the stories and experiences that make Gettysburg’s historical ghost tours a mustContinue reading “Podcast Episode 67: Gettysburg Ghost Tours: Unveiling the Haunting History of Gettysburg”

Podcast Episode 66: Visiting the Whitehouse – The history you can see on the tour

It can be tricky to get a tour of the Whitehouse…but we were finally able to pull it off so that we can tell you all about it! The history, what we expected, and what we didn’t expect. Listen in my favorite podcast player Transcript Visiting the Whitehouse: What you can see on the tourContinue reading “Podcast Episode 66: Visiting the Whitehouse – The history you can see on the tour”

Podcast Episode 65: A Cornerstone of Civil Rights: Mary McLeod Bethune

In this episode of Talk With History, Scott and Jen explore the remarkable life and contributions of Mary McLeod Bethune, a cornerstone of civil rights in American history. They visited the Mary McLeod Bethune Council House in Washington, DC, and learned about her accomplishments. From her humble beginnings as the 15th of 17 children bornContinue reading “Podcast Episode 65: A Cornerstone of Civil Rights: Mary McLeod Bethune”

Podcast Episode 64: American History Museum – Americana, Presidential Assassinations, and First Ladies

The American History Museum is a no-brainer visit for even the casual history fan. It’s free, good for kids, and it would take a couple of days to see everything. Jenn got to visit and record some short videos…but even for this historian, she had to put the camera down and just enjoy it. SheContinue reading “Podcast Episode 64: American History Museum – Americana, Presidential Assassinations, and First Ladies”

Podcast Episode 63: Visiting Appomattox Courthouse

Most people think the American Civil War ended in the courthouse in Appomattox, Virginia…and most people are mistaken. Join us as we talk about where the surrender took place and the name of the city where Ulysses S. Grant and Robert E. Lee carried out this historic event. Transcript Visiting Appomattox Courthouse and the SurrenderContinue reading “Podcast Episode 63: Visiting Appomattox Courthouse”

The history of True Grit: 1969 vs 2010

In our first ever “Watch with History”, we compare the 1969 and 2010 versions of the movie “True Grit.” While the 2010 version has better cinematography, we prefer the characters and humor in the 1969 version. Both versions follow the story of a young girl seeking revenge for her father’s murder in the American OldContinue reading “The history of True Grit: 1969 vs 2010”

Podcast Ep62 – The History of True Grit: John Wayne versus Jeff Bridges

Our first ever “Watch with History” segment compares the 1969 and 2010 versions of the movie “True Grit.” While the 2010 version has better cinematography, we prefer the characters and humor in the 1969 version. Both versions follow the story of a young girl seeking revenge for her father’s murder in the American Old West.Continue reading “Podcast Ep62 – The History of True Grit: John Wayne versus Jeff Bridges”

Podcast Episode 61 – The strange history of Stonewall Jackson’s left arm

Yes…Stonewall Jackson’s left arm is buried in a different spot than his body. Join us as we visit this historic and quirky site. Video from the Virginia burial site ——————————————————- 📣 Interested in a shoutout or just want to support the Talk with History team? Head over to the Walk With History Gift Shop toContinue reading “Podcast Episode 61 – The strange history of Stonewall Jackson’s left arm”

Podcast Episode 60 – History of the Martin Luther King Assassination

Living in Memphis, Tennessee for 3 years taught us more than we expected about Civil Rights history. On April 4, 1968, Martin Luther King Jr., an American civil rights leader, was assassinated while standing on the balcony of the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tennessee. The assassination of King was a shock to the nation andContinue reading “Podcast Episode 60 – History of the Martin Luther King Assassination”

Podcast Episode 59 – History of the Reagan Assassination Attempt

On March 30, 1981, President Ronald Reagan was shot and wounded in an assassination attempt by John Hinckley Jr. outside the Hilton Hotel in Washington, D.C. Reagan had just finished giving a speech when Hinckley fired six shots, hitting Reagan and three other people. Reagan was rushed to the hospital and underwent surgery to removeContinue reading “Podcast Episode 59 – History of the Reagan Assassination Attempt”