Podcast appearances and mentions of julie summers

In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, host Jonathan Thomas speaks with historian Julie Summers about her extensive work in uncovering the hidden corners of 20th-century British history. They discuss her approach to storytelling, the evolution of British Vogue, the significant contributions of the Women's Institute during World War II, and her personal connections to historical narratives. Julie shares insights from her research and the impact of her work on understanding British history. Links Julie Summers' Books on Amazon Julie's Books on Bookshop.org Julie Summer Official Website Home Fires (JustWatch) Takeaways Julie Summers specializes in uncovering untold stories of ordinary people during extraordinary times. Good history is rooted in storytelling, making facts relatable and engaging. The Women's Institute played a crucial role during World War II, contributing significantly to the war effort. British Vogue has evolved from a fashion magazine to a chronicle of British identity. Julie emphasizes the importance of accuracy and detail in historical writing. The requisitioning of country houses during WWII transformed British country house culture. Jam Busters highlights the overlooked contributions of women in wartime. Julie's personal connections to historical figures enrich her storytelling. The impact of social media has changed the role of print magazines like Vogue. Julie is excited about her upcoming book on the Women of D-Day. Sound Bites 1. On the power of details: "I'm totally fixated about the weather—in fact, I'm known in the family as the biggest weather nerd of all times. If I'm describing a scene that happened on a certain day, I will go right back to the original meteorological forecasts." 2. On discovering Our Uninvited Guests: "The chap at the hotel said, 'No, no, no, this hotel was taken over by the Royal Air Force in the war. And the George down there, that was overtaken by the post office because the British government, had Britain been attacked and invaded, were going to send the government and all the major offices of state up to Harrogate.'" 3. On finding Sandy Irvine's boot: "Jimmy Chin said, 'Yeah, it had a foot in it in the sock. And the sock had a name tape on it. And the name tape said A.C. Irvine.' And I went, 'Oh my God, you found my great uncle's foot.' And I literally had not expected it." 4. On the WI's massive contribution: "They made 12 million pounds of jam and preserves during the Second World War—a third of the quantity of jam that was consumed. And all of that was from fruit that they'd either picked from the hedgerows or produced in their own gardens." 5. On Harrods' first escalator (1898): "Management was so concerned about the potential for customer accidents or panic that they stationed an employee at the top offering cognac and smelling salts to those who had completed the 'ordeal.'" 6. On researching her grandfather: "He said, 'Well, like most Englishmen, I can write the story of my sex life on the back of a postage stamp.' And I thought, 'Whew, off the hook!'" 7. On why women's contributions were overlooked: "Shall I say what I really think? It's because they're women. I think the women's voices were drowned out after the Second World War by the incredible stories of heroism of men." 8. On the tragic "Brownies" at Brockett Hall: "The women who were giving birth to illegitimate children were known as the Brownies, and they were set to work in the kitchens at Brockett Hall until they went into second stage labor. They were dressed in brown uniforms—that's why they were called the Brownies. I found that very chilling." 9. On Home Fires being canceled: "The new writer asked the exec producer, 'So how many series are we working towards?' And she said, 'Six, maybe nine.' And three days later, I got a phone call to say, 'We've been cut.' And I let out a big F-bomb." 10. On women and D-Day: "I stood up in front of these historians and said, 'How many women do you think were directly involved in the planning for D-Day?' One man said 100. A woman said 3,000. And I said, 'No. 348,000 British women were involved in the planning for D-Day and more than that of American women.'" Chapters 00:00 Exploring Julie Summers' Journey as a Historian 04:41 The Art of Storytelling in History 09:36 The Evolution of British Vogue 19:48 Uncovering Untold Stories of Wartime Britain 25:24 The Impact of War on British Country Houses 29:35 Transforming History into Drama: Home Fires 32:24 The Overlooked Contributions of Women in War 39:07 Family Legacy and Historical Research 45:13 The Unsung Heroes of D-Day 48:42 Future Projects and Historical Interests 50:06 anglotopia-podcast-outro.mp4 Video Version

Join Patrick for the best of Irish and International history publications for December 2021. Books covered on the show include: 'We Are The Legion' with Julie Summers, 'What A Bloody Awful Country: Northern Ireland's Century of Division' with Kevin Meagher, 'Ballymacandy: The Story of a Kerry Ambush' with Owen O' Shea', Napoleon's Plunder: Napoleon's Theft of Veronese's Feast' with Cynthia Saltzman  and 'Your Story, My Story' with Connie Palmen.

The Royal British Legion, charged by Royal Charter with the continuing welfare, remembrance, representation and comradeship of all those who serve or have served in our Armed Forces, is the largest of the United Kingdom's military charities. With the enduring symbol of the poppy at its core, it is a unique institution that sits deep in the fabric of our society, safeguarding  the principles for which the Nation stands and those who risk their lives to protect it.  In a special podcast to mark RBL's 100th Anniversary, Harry Bucknall, himself a former British Army officer, talks about the past, present and future of the Charity to Julie Summers, author of We are the Legion, D-Day veteran, 97 year old Rear Admiral John Roberts CB, former paratrooper, Mike Lewis, 38, who was severely injured in Afghanistan, Robert Lee, executive producer of the annual Festival of Remembrance and former Chief of the Defence Staff, General the Lord Richards of Herstmonceux.  @PoppyLegion @GamekeeperPR #FestivalOfRemembrance #PoppyAppeal #everypoppycounts #podcast #podcasts

Photographer Lee Miller and artist Roland Penrose were at the centre of the inter-war Surrealism movement. Through their art, they embraced the movement before the war intervened and changed the direction of their lives. Boney and Charlotte are joined by Antony Penrose, Lee and Roland's son, and Ami Bouhassane, their granddaughter, to discuss surrealism and the incredible lives of Lee and Roland. Be sure to visit https://www.farleyshouseandgallery.co.uk/ and https://www.leemiller.co.uk/ for more on Roland and Lee. You can buy the books we mention in the podcast at our very own bookshop at https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/historyhack Buy The Lives of Lee Miller by Antony Penrose here: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/historyhack Buy Lee Miller by Ami Ami Bouhassane here: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/6252/9781916041646 Buy Dressed For War: The Story of Audrey Withers, Vogue editor extraordinaire from the Blitz to the Swinging Sixties by Julie Summers here: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/6252/9781471181603 Like the episode? Drop us a tip via Ko-Fi! https://ko-fi.com/historyhack Like the podcast? Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/historyhack

OUR UNINVITED GUESTS: THE SECRET LIVES OF BRITAIN'S COUNTRY HOUSES 1939-1945At the beginning of the Second World War the government requisitioned thousands of houses to provide accommodation for the armed forces, secret services and government offices as well as vulnerable children, the sick and the elderly. Julie Summers gives a behind-the-scenes glimpse of life in some of Britain's greatest country houses that were occupied by people whose needs were at odds with their opulent surroundings. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

#Fashion #RadioGorgeous #Vogue Author Julie Summers tells us about a woman who was the Editor of Vogue over the turbulent war years of World War Two, Audrey Withers. Audrey's drive and vision changed Vogue forever creating, a free thinking, vital fashion magazine for women. We hear about Audrey's early years and her relationship with the war photographer Lee Miller and Condé Nast the US magazine mogul.   DRESSED FOR WAR is published by Simon & Schuster Buy the book (https://www.whsmith.co.uk/products/dressed-for-war-the-story-of-audrey-withers-vogue-editor-extraordinaire-from-the-blitz-to-the-swingi/julie-summers/hardback/9781471181573.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_JXcqdrv5wIVycjeCh36sgeHEAQYBSABEgKb4fD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds) : Follow: https://twitter.com/juliesummersuk @juliesummersUK

Community with other women is so important! Having women in your life that speak life and truth into you is so valuable. Listen in to this episode where my mentor and friend Julie Summers, has a conversation about the importance of community, the power and beauty that happens when women gather and the strength of the mother-baby bond. I know there is something in this conversation specifically for you so listen in!   We mentioned that we are having a retreat in May! If you would like more information go fill out an application and more information will be sent to you when it becomes available.  https://forms.gle/QvPKZbzgdYUNZtkj6   Show notes: https://www.birthblissbeyond.com/post/_ep-8   Are you looking into community like we talked about in this show? Take a first step and join us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredmamastribe   Connect with me on IG @birthblissbeyond or search the hashtag #empoweredbirthpodcast    

On this episode of the Mental Health Download, we take on weather anxiety. First, our host, Matt Gleason, talks with Tulsa meteorologist Jon Haverfield. Jon grew up battling weather anxiety but overcame it to the point he chases tornadoes for a living. Then, Matt interviews Julie Summers, who serves as Mental Health Association Oklahoma's Director of Outreach and Prevention. Julie offers helpful tips to cope with weather anxiety and gives insight into responding to the needs of people in the aftermath of a tornado.

Julie Summers has written an incredible book about her life, "Off My Knees: From  Skid Row to Sunset Blvd. The setting is in Hollywood, CA and she recently won an IRWIN Literary Award from the Book Publicists of So. Calif. for the Best Advance PR Campaign for a book. Set to be a best-seller and a provocative movie, at 18 she was raped then she became an unwed mother having to give up her son for adoption. After years of searching for her son, she finally found him and they got along rather well until he committed suicide. She got into prostitution (on the advice of her attorney), got into drugs, spent time in jail, became a mistress for a guy who actually taught her how to make money in real estate and eventually selling a 24 apartment building that she owned in West Hollywood, CA. She then got involved in the community and recieved many award for her commendable service. What a story to hear!

Julie D. Summers is the author of the memoir, OFF MY KNEES: From Skid Row To Sunset Boulevard. She hopes her roller-coaster life, with more than its fair share of sorrow and desperation, will inspire others to turn their life around, just like she did. She has received numerous awards, including the Woman in Leadership Award from the West Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, and was named the PATH (People Assisting The Homeless) 25 year Honoree, with a section of the PATH homeless shelter named in her honor.    www.buildgrowandenjoy.com

We look back at 100 years of the WI, a British organisation set up to revitalise rural communities and encourage women to become more involved in producing food during World War One. Its members have campaigned solidly for women's rights since the organisation was founded. Witness hears from Marylyn Haines-Evans a long time WI member and from the author Julie Summers.