People Hidden In History
These podcast episodes are a collection of historical characters that history has either forgotten or recorded very little of their incredible lives. Some of these people I had a connection with through my family; others have simply made an impression on me. All of these people led fascinating lives and if you are a "history buff" like me, you will enjoy their stories.
Podcasting since 2020 • 28 episodes
People Hidden In History
Latest Episodes
The End of the Salem Witch Trials
You will hear a detailed discussion on how with time the hysteria of the Salem Witch trails ended. Various factors, such as the changing local political climate and the rules around convictions changed - but not overnight. Also provided w...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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51:35
Spies, Slaves and the Civil War
In this episode you’ll hear a fascinating but largely unknown story from the Civil War about slaves who actually were enlisted to become spies for the Union side. You’ll learn about this in an interview with author Robert Hilliard, who...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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43:08
Teddy Roosevelt and Henry Cabot Lodge - A Valuable Friendship
This episode with be an enlightening interview with Laurence Jurdem, Ph.D., adjunct professor at Fordham College, who pubished a fascinating and well reserached book detailing the friendship between Teddy Roosevelt and Henry Cabot Lodge. You wi...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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36:57
Women of Terezin
This is a follow-up to the Viktor Ullman episode, recorded in August 2022(link at end). Again - I am fortunate to interview Mark Ludwig (Director of the Terezin Music Foundation) and learn about the women at Terezin and their role in t...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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41:11
Anne Hutchinson - Defiant Woman of the Massachusetts Bay Colony
This episode will present a very complete view of Hutchinson, from her early adoption of certain religious beliefs to her clash with Gov. Winthrop. Dr. Hermes will provide not only the story of her life but the religious and social backgr...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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49:24
