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EPISODE · Aug 10, 2026 · 23 MIN

Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass: Beth Duda on A Walk to Respect

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On this episode of Civic Sparks, Leah Verier-Dunn and Beth Duda, Director of the Suncoast Campaign for Grade Level Reading and playwright, talked about the acclaimed one-act play,Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass: A Walk to Respect. A staged reading and powerful theatrical experience, Beth and Leah discuss the impact of this opportunity to look back at our country’s history through an artistic lens that provides space to take a deeper dive. Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass had opposing views and lived very different lives, but through deep listening and consideration, they found themselves at the meeting place of respect. This effort led to an unsuspecting friendship, and Beth’s discovery of this friendship inspired the crafting of A Walk to Respect.Timestamps 00:00 Introduction00:44 How A Walk to Respect Began05:12 Lincoln and Douglass: Different Views, Mutual Respect09:36 What Makes the Play Unique10:49 The Post-Show Discussion Experience13:11 How Audiences Have Responded16:29 Creating Conversation Without Blame18:09 Where the Play Goes Next20:38 What Lincoln and Douglass Can Teach Us TodayLinks to Learn MoreAbraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass: A Walk to RespectVoter Education InitiativeTicket Information for A Walk To RespectWant to hear more? Follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, or visit us Beyond The Blog!Join The Journey

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On this episode of Civic Sparks, Leah Verier-Dunn and Beth Duda, Director of the Suncoast Campaign for Grade Level Reading and playwright, talked about the acclaimed one-act play,Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass: A Walk to Respect. A staged reading and powerful theatrical experience, Beth and Leah discuss the impact of this opportunity to look back at our country’s history through an artistic lens that provides space to take a deeper dive. Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Dougl...

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