Calling History: Listen In on Conversations with History’s Most Influential People.
The Calling History Podcast is an unscripted, interview style phone conversation with the heroes, the villains, and the great thinkers of history. It’s an opportunity to ask them anything, in their time, while they are living it. How did Benjamin Franklin feel about leaving his comfortable life of fame and excess in London as a loyal British citizen to risk it all and return to America as a rebel? How did record setting Louise Thaden feel about racing and beating Amelia Earhart and yet her name is almost unknown? Who is Jack the Ripper and why did he enter the scene so violently and then disappear like a whisper? Subscribe now and join this entertaining, interesting, and unpredictable journey back in time as we learn who these people really were and answer the question, “If you could call anyone in history, what would you ask them?”
Episodes
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In Part 2 of the 1833 conversation with Sally Hemings, she will talk about how she became front page news and what happened when Jefferson became sick and died.
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ROBIN PEASE, actor, playwright, teaching artist, director, historical re-enactor, holds a Master of Fine Arts from Case Western Reserve University and a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Berklee’s Boston Conservatory. She has p...
On July 4, 1833, Sally Hemings was living with her sons when she received a call from the future…
In this episode, Sally is going explain the relationship, or lack of one, between her and President Jefferson. She’ll also talk about the solemn promise Jefferson made to Sally if she would leave her freedom in France and return with him to Monticello.
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ROBIN PEASE, actor, playwrig...
In Part 2 of the 1616 conversation with William Shakespeare, He’ll explain how and why he moved an entire building in the dead of night. He’ll share what he was doing during his “Lost Years.” And he’ll talk about Faries, Witches, and occasionally poaching a deer.
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How is it that after all these years that William Shakespeare and his words still impact us. It would be a monumental tas...
On April 22, 1616, William Shakespeare was at his home in Stratford when he received a call from the future…
In this episode, Shakespeare will talk about drinking ale and eating cake. He’ll explain why his wife got the second-best bed in his will. And he’ll tell us how he was able to compete with bears fighting dogs next door.
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How is it that after all these years that William ...
In Part 2 of the 1876 conversation with George Custer, he will talk about the battle (or massacre) at Washita. He’ll explain why he rode onto the battle wearing a red scarf, and why he is unlikely to ever run for president.
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Steve Alexander is a distinguished actor, author, and living historian renowned for his portrayal of George Arm...
On April 20, 1876, George Custer was at the 1876 Centennial Exhibit when he received a call from the future…
In this episode, Custer will share what inspired him to join the military in hopes of finding a life of adventure. He’ll explain why did didn’t get kicked out of WestPoint despite receiving more than 700 demerits. And he’ll share his role at Gettysburg that might have been a turning point in the civil war.
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In Part 2 of the 1801 conversation with Samuel Adams, you’ll hear what happened when Sam was given a slave woman. He’ll also talk about his connections with the Sons of Liberty and how close he was to being assassinated.
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Tom Niewulis’ deep understanding of the American Founding Fathers and his passion for the principles of liberty sh...
In 1801, Samuel Adams was contemplating the fate of the country with Thomas Jefferson at the helm, when he received a call from the future …
In this episode, Sam will talk about what a terrible businessperson he was, how his beliefs of liberty developed, and why he thinks Jefferson will be a better president than his cousin was.
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Tom Niewulis’ deep understanding of the American...
In Part 2 of the 1961 conversation with Eleanor Roosevelt, she explains why the United Nations gave her a standing ovation, how she transformed herself from having racist thoughts to dedicating her lives to those who she once may have judged, and she will talk quite a bit about lesbians in the Democratic party.
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Ruth Pangrace’s inspiring portrayal of Eleanor Roosevelt is a powerful r...
In 1961, Eleanor Roosevelt had just finished a call with recently elected John F. Kennedy, when she received a call from the future…
In this episode, she'll explain why J Edgar Hoover started a file on her suggesting that she was a pervert. She'll also talk about the time she spent in the slums that caused her to pursue a life of service, and she'll discuss the ultimate betrayal of her husband, four term president, franklin D Roose...
In Part 2 of the 1775 conversation with Thomas Gage, he will explain why Washington and Hancock’s ambitious intentions are more aligned with greed than liberty. He’ll also explain how the Americans were clueless about the bubble of protection the English provided them. And last, he’ll share the details of his final battle that ended his career.
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Paul O’Shaughnessy has been a re-enactor with the British 10th Regiment of Foot ...
In 1775, Thomas Gage had recently returned to his home in England when he received a call from the future…
In this episode, you are going to hear a perspective of the American Revolution from the losing side. It’s persuasive. The British fought and died to create safety and civility in parts of the world and then the American’s gave them a waive and a nod and said, “Thanks for teeing this up, we’ll take it from here.” It is fascina...
In Part 2 of the 1939 conversation with Walt Disney, he’ll tell us why Donald Duck was meaner than Mickey, his plans to revolutionize the Movie industry again, and why he had to fire his wife for being a terrible Disney employee.
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It would take a very talented person to capture the creative, visionary essence of Walt Disney, but in this episode, James Froemel does exactly that. J...
On February 24, 1939, Walt Disney was relaxing after his recent Oscar win for Snow White when he received a call from the future …
In this episode, Walt will tell the story of how he lost the rights to one of his first successes, Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, a character that looked a lot like Mickey Mouse. He’ll also explain how he recovered from Bankruptcy, and he’ll talk about the enormous task of drawing 250,000 pictures to create S...
In Part 2 of the 1865 conversation with Abraham Lincoln, he explains why total devastation of the South was the only way to win the war. He also shares several of his plans to free the slaves including moving them to … Liberia? And he’ll explain why breaking American laws was necessary during war.
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John King's episode on the Calling History Podcast was nothing short of captivating. With 25 years of experience portraying Abra...
On April 13, 1865, Abraham Lincoln was waiting for his son Robert to return with a firsthand account of Robert E. Lee surrendering the south when he received a phone call from the future…
In this episode, Lincoln shares the powerful lesson he learned while wrestling with his sister that caused him to forgive instead of punishing the South. He explains why he added ‘In God We Trust’ to our coins. And demonstrates his ingenuity by ch...
In Part 2 of the 1804 conversation with Alexander Hamilton, he will persuade you as to why the Bill of Rights might be a bad thing. He’ll talk about how Jefferson was a coward that made a decent president. And he’ll clear up why not aiding the French made complete sense, even though they were there when we needed them the most.
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Hal Bidlack’s portrayal of Alexander Hamilton embodies ...
On July 10th, 1804, Alexander Hamilton was preparing for his trip to Weehawken, New Jersey, when he received a call from the future…
In this episode, Hamilton talks about his duel with Vice President Aaron Burr, scolds me for bringing up his affair with Mariah Reynolds, and explains his vision to unite the 13 states and create the most powerful nation the world has ever known.
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...In Part 2 of the 1802 conversation with Thomas Paine, he’ll talk about his relationships with Napoleon, George Washington, and Benjamin Franklin. He’ll also share his controversial opinions on the bible and religion that nearly caused him to be erased from history.
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I’m so thankful to Steve Gulick for never letting us forget Thomas Paine’s role in American Independence. The countless...
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