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At the Gettysburg Film Festival, Scott and Jenn interview director Bo Brinkman (Gettysburg, 1993; upcoming Gettysburg 1863) and actor Samuel Roukin (Turn: Washington’s Spies) about portraying the Battle of Gettysburg through the experiences of civilians—especially women and children—rather than traditional battlefield spectacle.

Scott and historian Jenn recap their Easter weekend 2026 trip to the Gettysburg Film Festival, describing Gettysburg’s high-energy atmosphere, panels, and meetups with the history community. They organized a Thursday-night gathering of 10–15 content creators at The Gettys Burger, then attended a “Turn” panel about Washington’s Culper Spy Ring with actors including Samuel Roukin (CaptainContinue reading “Gettysburg Film Festival: Behind the Scenes Where History Meets Hollywood”

We just got back from the Gettysburg Film Festival, where Chris was one of the featured guests, and we couldn’t resist revisiting our past chat with him. We’re diving into a juicy convo with Chris Jackson, the original George Washington from Hamilton! 🎭 This episode is all about how Chris connected with history and whatContinue reading “Inside the mind of Hamilton’s George Washington: A Chat with Chris Jackson!”

Scott and Jenn interview YouTuber Chris Mowery (Vlogging Through History) about his background in history, youth ministry, and speaking for Rachel’s Challenge, and how COVID led him to popular at-home history reaction videos. Chris discusses his new 500-page book, “Trumbull County Boys,” focused on Company H of the 20th Ohio Volunteers and built largely fromContinue reading “A Civil War “Band of Brothers”? | The Trumbull County Boys with Chris Mowery”

Scott and Jenn dive into the inspiring story of Annie Sullivan, the woman who opened up the world for Helen Keller. Imagine living in complete silence and darkness—yikes, right? But then, bam! Annie shows up and changes everything with her teaching magic. We chat about our visit to Ivy Green in Tuscumbia, Alabama, where that moment at the water pump went down. It’s a tale of grit, determination, and the incredible bond between a teacher and her student, proving that miracles can happen when someone refuses to give up. Buckle up for a heartwarming journey through history! 📍 Google Maps to Hellen Keller birthplace

We’re diving into the electric vibes of 1969 Vegas, where the King himself, Elvis Presley, is shaking things up on stage. Picture this: a smoky showroom, a captivated crowd, and a spotlight that cuts through the darkness to reveal the man in a dazzling jumpsuit. For a solid hour, the world fades away, and allContinue reading “Elvis Unplugged: Reviewing the New Elvis Documentary”

Scott and Jenn revisit St. Mary’s Church in Newport, Rhode Island, where Senator John F. Kennedy married Jacqueline Bouvier on September 12, 1953, in a spectacle likened to America’s “Camelot” moment. 🎥 Video from the church 📍 Google Maps to St Mary’s

Scott and Jenn visit Destrehan Plantation near New Orleans to uncover the largely forgotten 1811 German Coast uprising, the largest slave revolt in U.S. history. Beginning at the Andry (Woodlawn) Plantation, the revolt grew to as many as 500 participants, but was met by militia force; about 45 were killed in battle, about 45 captured,Continue reading “The 1811 German Coast Uprising at Destrehan Plantation | America’s Largest Slave Revolt”

Join us as we delve into the intricate tapestry of love and war in episodes 5 and 6 of the classic 1985 mini-series, North and South. Hosted by Matt Callery and featuring history enthusiasts, Scott and Jen, this episode explores the growing tensions and relationships within the series. We discuss the evolving bromance between GeorgeContinue reading “The South Strikes Back | North and South (1985) Episode 5-6 Reaction”