The Tattooed Historian Show

The incomparable Gary Gallagher returned on a live stream to discuss his latest edited work, "Bruce Catton: The Army of the Potomac Trilogy," published by the Library of America. We'll learn how much Catton impacted Gary and how his work is so timeless for any Civil War historian. This audio was pulled directly from the live stream event.

Dr. Tanya L. Roth joined me to discuss her book, Her Cold War: Women in the U.S. Military, 1945-1980, published by UNC Press. I was very excited to help Dr. Roth get the word out about her work and how we can learn so much from the experience of women in the military and how that impacts the present. The military is a microcosm of society and Dr. Roth's book is an amazing resource to showcase that fact!

His comrades called him “Killer.” Of the elite paratroopers who served in the venerated “Band of Brothers” during the Second World War, none were more enigmatic than Ronald Speirs. Rumored to have gunned down enemy prisoners and even one of his own disobedient sergeants, Speirs became a foxhole legend among his troops. But who was the real Lieutenant Speirs? In Fierce Valor, historians Jared Frederick and Erik Dorr unveil the fuller story of Easy Company's longest-serving commander. Tested by trials of extreme training, military rivalry, and lost love, Speirs's international odyssey begins as an immigrant child in Prohibition-era Boston and continues through the bloody campaigns of France, Holland, and Germany. But 1945 did not mark an end to Speirs's military adventures. Uncovered by sharp scholarship, his lesser-known exploits in Korea, the Cold War, and embattled Laos also come to light for the first time. Packed with groundbreaking research, Fierce Valor unveils a compelling portrait of an officer defined by boldness on the battlefield and the inherent costs of war. His story serves as a telling reminder that few soldiers escape the power of their own pasts.

In March 1943, in their first fight with the Germans, American soldiers in North Africa were pushed back fifty miles by Rommel's Afrika Korps and nearly annihilated. Only the German decision not to pursue them allowed the Americans to maintain a foothold in the area. General Eisenhower, the supreme commander, knew he needed a new leader on the ground, one who could raise the severely damaged morale of his troops. He handed the job to a new man: Lieutenant General George Patton. In this episode, I speak with Stephen L. Moore about his newest book "Patton's Payback: The Battle of El Guettar and General Patton's Rise to Glory."

Gary Gallagher, the man who needs no introduction in the Civil War field, joined me late last year to talk about the newest book he edited entitled, "Civil War Witnesses and Their Books: New Perspectives on Iconic Works." We discussed the importance of understanding memoirs, their messages, and their intended audiences. Don't get caught up in believing every word you read in a memoir. Too often, things are left out or skewed to suit the needs of the original author.

Dr. Jonathan S. Jones (VMI) joined me to discuss how video games can or may influence our understanding of the past. We are being inundated with historical themes on PCs and consoles. How do these experiences impact our historical understanding? Are they a hindrance or an asset? Are they both?

I was super happy to talk with my wonderful friend, Ranger Steve Phan, about the Camp Nelson National Monument in Kentucky. Steve and the staff have been doing some tremendous work there to bring the story of that location to life for visitors. It's always fun to talk with Steve!

I was so pleased to be joined on Twitch by Dr. Anne Ladyem McDivitt to discuss her book, "Hot Tubs And Pac Man: Gender and the Early Video Game Industry in the United States." Anne was an amazing guest who provided some great insights into the video game industry of the 1950s-1980s, with a heavy dose of the 70s and 80s. It brought back a lot of memories of being a kid in the 80s!

I was so pleased to be joined by Kent Masterson Brown for a live stream discussion in November. We talked about his latest book, "Meade at Gettysburg," and shared a few laughs. Kent is a great historian and friend and I'm sure you'll get a lot out of this discussion if you are the least bit interested in the Civil War or the Battle of Gettysburg

Dr. Lindsay Chervinsky joined me to discuss her book "The Cabinet: George Washington and the Creation of an American Institution." The book was published in 2020 and we didn't get around to speaking about it due to the pandemic until this year. But it was a great discussion and I hope that you enjoy it!

John Rees, author of "‘They Were Good Soldiers': African–Americans Serving in the Continental Army, 1775-1783," and Marvin-Alonzo Greer, one of my favorite and trusted voices on African-American history and interpretation join me to discuss John's book and more! This was a great conversation and I think you're going to enjoy it.

I was honored to have Dr. Tim Cook on a livestream back in June. Tim is an amazing historian and I was thrilled that he wanted to talk about historical memory, one of my favorite subjects. We discussed one of his books, "The Fight for History: 75 Years of Forgetting, Remembering, and Remaking Canada's Second World War," and much more!

My discussion with Dr. Spencer McBride about his book "Joseph Smith for President: The Prophet, the Assassins, and the Fight for American Religious Freedom." This was an interesting discussion about Joseph Smith's bid for the White House in the 19th century and his vision of freedom in America at the time.

Blake Ball, the author of Charlie Brown's America: The Popular Politics of Peanuts, joins me to discuss his book and Charles Schultz. This was an awesome conversation and I was so happy to have Blake on to talk about something which impacted a lot of lives, cartoons! 

For the final episode of this 5-part series, I'm joined by Dr. Susannah Ural, Dr. Stephanie Seal Walters, and Dr. Anne Sarah Rubin to discuss historical memory of the Civil War in Mississippi. We tackle key issues that arose during and after the war and how these impact us to this day. Please check this one out! It is still very relevant! 

Episode 4 of 5 takes us on a unique journey. We are honored to have one of the best interpretive rangers out there, Ranger Barney Schoby of Natchez National Historical Park, join us and showcase his presentation on the USCT troops from Mississippi and beyond. This episode turns into a sermon of history! You don't want to miss this! 

In Part 3 of our series, we discuss The Process of Emancipation with Dr. Susannah Ural, Dr. Stephanie Seal Walters, and special guest, Dr. Max Grivno. What was Emancipation like from 1863 through the Reconstruction Era? This was an amazing live stream and I'm honored to bring you this deep discussion to the podcast. Enjoy! 

The second installment of my collaboration with the Civil War & Reconstruction Governors of Mississippi digital history project concerns women in Mississippi during the Civil War. What were some wartime pressures placed upon the women of the state? Did women assert their rights on the home front more so than before the war? What about Unionist sentiments among the population? I'm joined by Dr. Susannah Ural, Dr. Stephanie Seal Walters, and Dr. Diane Miller Sommerville! 

Welcome to Episode 1 of a five-part series where you are introduced to The Civil War & Reconstruction Governors of Mississippi digital history project. This online archive is going to be a major player in the digital history realm. This is your introduction to that project. I'm joined by Dr. Susannah Ural and Dr. Stephanie Seal Walters, both of whom have dedicated so much time and effort to this project. We're also joined by Jeff T. Giambrone, who is a reference librarian at the Mississippi state archives and has been a great help to the digital landscape. 

I'm once again reunited with Dr. Peter Carmichael to conduct an interview with an online audience. This time we had a great experience talking with noted Civil War historian, Gordon C. Rhea. We discussed the Overland Campaign of 1864 as well as other Civil War topics. 

Twitter was one of the first three platforms I became a part of as a brand back in 2015. Here's a crash course in how I use it and different features to help you find colleagues. 

Ripped the audio from a great live stream hosted on my Facebook and YouTube channels. We discussed the winter months during the Civil War and what this meant for the soldiers involved. This was quite a power panel! You'll enjoy this one! 

LinkedIn is legit. I mean it. If you're looking for organic reach and networking opportunities, listen to this episode!

Want to hear some of the basics of branding on Instagram? This is a quick, crash course in just that for historians of all education levels! 

Nov 30: Weekend

Nov 29: Twitch

Nov 28: Winter Quarters

Jan 19: Twitch

I started my brand on Facebook in 2015. What have I learned? How can you do something similar with your niche? Are there any tricks to help you get noticed? This is a shortened version of what I normally have in training scenarios with non-profits and museums. 

So for 2021, I want to give you some more value. I intend to start showcasing the issues of branding as a historian, digital history, and more. We're going to break down barriers to make sure you can let the world know what you're interested in. Let's Go!

I'm joined by Mary and Darin of The Civil War Breakfast Club for a lively discussion about their podcasts and live streams. Their authentic style and friction-free method of introducing others to Civil War history is refreshing. 

You wanted to hear my thoughts on podcasting and creating a podcast, here you go! Now is the best time to start and the audience is waiting for you!

I wanted to give you a general overview of how I started the brand, how you can make a start with branding, and how there's always room for more voices in the history field. 

Dr. Alex Souchen joins me to discuss his new book, War Junk: Munitions Disposal and Postwar Reconstruction in Canada. This audio is from a previous live stream and we cover a range of issues related to munitions disposal including economic and environmental impacts. 

Harold Holzer makes his live stream comeback with me on this podcast episode. We discuss his newest book concerning the presidents vs. the press and the ways communication has influenced administrations. Harold is always a great guest to have on the program! 

Travis Shaw joins me to discuss the Bee Line March of 1775. Travis is an awesome historian and great friend and I am always happy to work with him. This audio was ripped from a previous live stream conducted at the beginning of the pandemic. 

It's Season 3 of The Tattooed Historian Show! I can't wait to bring you some more podcasts and other history-based things this coming season. Here are my thoughts on the field since COVID and how I see the future of this project. 

Noted Lincoln historian, Harold Holzer, joins Dr. Peter Carmichael and myself for this engaging talk about President Lincoln and his legacy in times of crisis. This was a great honor to have Harold on the live stream. We had a good time and touched on many aspects of Lincoln's leadership style. 

I was joined by Dr. Peter Carmichael (Director, Civil War Institute at Gettysburg College) and Ranger Chris Gwinn (Chief of Interpretation and Education, Gettysburg NMP) to discuss the most heavily visited portion of the battlefield at Gettysburg: Little Round Top. 

Stephanie Seal Walters joins me to discuss pop history and how it effects our views on the past and storytelling in general. We talk TV shows and movies which have influenced how we see historical events or time periods. This is a great discussion! 

Dr. Peter Carmichael (Civil War Institute at Gettysburg College) joined me on this Facebook Live event to discuss how academics and public historians are working together to change the face of the Civil War field. We discussed our experiences and what we believe the future of the field is going to look like. 

It's been 2 years since I went into business for myself under The Tattooed Historian brand. In this episode, I reflect on some deeper stuff which has helped me through the process and I hope that you gain something out of it. There's probably something in here for a lot of people who are looking for themselves. 

Alyce Evans joined us at the latest installment of The Tattooed Historian Presents and discussed the relationship between Dwight and Mamie Eisenhower. We covered a lot of ground in a short period of time, but it was a very interesting talk!! Check out the story of this political power couple!

I sat down and spoke with Dr. Jonathan Noyalas and discussed the McCormick Civil War Institute at Shenandoah University. We talked about augmented reality and virtual reality in the history field, various monographs, and the institute's annual conference this April. 

In this episode, I travel to London, Ontario, to speak with Grant Maltman, the curator at the Banting House National Historic Site. This year marks the 100th anniversary of Sir Frederick Banting jotting down notes in the middle of the night for an idea that would become insulin. This place has become a pilgrimage site for so many people who have or know someone who has, diabetes. 

Matt Borders, a co-author of Faces of Union Soldiers at Antietam, joined us at the latest installment of The Tattooed Historian Presents at the Garryowen Irish Pub. He discussed his new book with us and what the experience of soldiers at the battle was like. He shared photos with the crowd and, although you won't see photos, the stories were quite riveting.

For the first episode of 2020, I wanted to bring you up to date on what is going on in my world and what is to come this year. I also wanted to touch on a very important thing: keeping history friction-free and how important collaboration and networking will be this year. Plus, BIG news on my career path in this episode! 

Dan Vermilya joined us back in August for The Tattooed Historian Presents series. He discussed his interpretations of the Battle of Antietam, which took place on September 17, 1862. Dan also wrote a book for the Emerging Civil War Series entitled, "The Field of Blood: The Battle of Antietam." 

Here is the second part of the discussion I had with Pat McGuire (History Things with Pat) concerning the impact of social media on the history field. We talk about adaptability, evolution, self-awareness, and more! This one really hits home for me! 

My great friend, Pat McGuire (History Things with Pat), sits down with me in the Garryowen Irish Pub in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania and talks about the history field, how it is changing, and how it has changed us in a good way! This was a great discussion which quickly showcased what we have in common. I think you're going to love this one! 

Steve T. Phan joins me on this podcast! Our live audio from The Tattooed Historian Presents is full of great information and I wanted to provide it to you here. We discuss the Civil War defenses of Washington D.C. and the threat on the capital in 1864 by rebel forces. Enjoy!!