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Then Again
by Northeast Georgia History Center
The Northeast Georgia History Center staff and guests explore the historical context and significance of everything from pop culture to local history in this light-hearted and educational podcast.
Episodes
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E210 The Satanic Panic
Episode Notes In this episode, Lesley chats with Dr. Phillip Guerty from the University of North Georgia about the Satanic Panic and its influence on how people perceived music, movies and tabletop games. Characterized by allegations of ritual abuse, hidden satanic cults, and conspiracies within...
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E209 Reimagining the Columbus Museum
Episode Notes In this episode, Libba chats with Kristen Hudson and Rebecca Bush from The Columbus Museum in Columbus, Georgia. They engage in a great discussion about the city of Columbus, the starts of their careers in the museum field, the founding of The Columbus Museum in 1953 and the…
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E208 The Legend of Nancy Hart
Episode Notes In this episode, we share an interview with Dr. Tom Scott from our YouTube channel about the legend of Nancy Hart. If you’ve lived in Georgia for a while, you have likely come across the legend of Nancy Hart. This rebellious heroine of the American Revolution may or may not have...
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E207 Farewell to Marie!
Episode Notes In this special episode, we offer a heartfelt farewell to Marie Bartlett who was our Education Director since 2020. We wish Marie all the best as she enters into a new life chapter! Listen in to hear Marie's fond memories of field trips and programs. This also means we're hiring! If...
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E206 The Personal Computer Revolution
Episode Notes In this episode, Libba chats with computer historian David Greelish about the rise and impact of the personal computer, vintage computer collecting, the history behind computing technology, and thoughts on the future of communication technology. It's a fascinating discussion, and we...
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E205 Program Preview: A President in Our Midst
Episode Notes Libba is joined by Dan White, Executive Producer of the documentary A President in Our Midst: Franklin Delano Roosevelt in Georgia. The Northeast Georgia History Center will present a free screening of this award-winning documentary on Saturday, April 20th at 2 PM at the John S.…
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E204 Homeschool Day Preview: The Tuskegee Airmen
Episode Notes In this special program preview, Libba chats with Madison Davis, K-12 Education Coordinator at the Museum of History and Holocaust Education at Kennesaw State University. Madison will be presenting a program about the Tuskegee Airmen during the Northeast Georgia History Center's…
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E203 Program Preview: The Tornado of 1936
Episode Notes In this special program preview, Marie is joined by Ronda Sanders, Geneology Librarian for the Hall County Library System to discuss an upcoming collaborative event at the Gainesville Branch. Marie will be presenting on Thursday, April 11th at 6:30 PM about the tornado of 1936 in...
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E202 Writing Historical Fiction
Episode Notes Step into the world of historical fiction as we sit down with author Jenny Bond. Join host Marie Bartlett as she explores Jenny's captivating journey as a writer, her passion for history, and the secrets behind bringing the past to life through literature. Discover the art of time...
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E201 Behind the Scenes of Outlander
Episode Notes Join host Marie Bartlett as speaks with Sterling Bishir, a history teacher and stunt horse trainer who worked on Season 5 of the TV show Outlander. Dive into Scottish history, Outlander's production secrets, and the world of stunt horse training. Whether you're a history buff, an...
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E200 The Historical Society of Lula-Belton
Episode Notes Today Marie speaks with Jim Grier and Tony Cornett of the Historical Society of Lula-Belton to share the history of this "tale of two cities." Lula became a significant hub as a railroad junction for the Atlanta and Charlotte Air Line Railway (later part of the Southern Railway...
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E199 Tuning in to HAM Radio Part 2
Episode Notes Join us for part 2 of our two-part interview with Claude Ray, AC4SH, a member of the Athens Georgia Radio Club, to discuss the world of amateur HAM radio. Claude Ray is an avid enthusiast and practitioner of amateur HAM radio, with a passion that spans several decades. His journey...
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E198 Tuning in to HAM Radio Part 1
Episode Notes On this two-part episode of Then Again, Guada interviews Claude Ray, AC4SH, a member of the Athens Georgia Radio Club, to discuss the world of amateur HAM radio. It's a fascinating topic with great stories of community, remarkable achievements, learning, and sharing a still quite...
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E197 Bringing the Ancient Past to the Present through Paleoart
Episode Notes In this episode, we chat with Rick Spears, a paleoartist who has never outgrown his fascination with dinosaurs and prehistoric creatures. Rick's journey into the world of paleoart began in childhood and has evolved into a career of drawing, sculpting, and creating exhibits and…
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E196 The Crucible by Gainesville Theatre Alliance
Episode Notes Today we discuss what modern audiences can reflect upon through Arthur Miller's The Crucible with Greg Geffrard, Associate Artistic Director of the Gainesville Theatre Alliance. The Gainesville Theatre Alliance will perform The Crucible February 16th - 24th. This is a great...
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E195 History-Inspired Cooking with Under a Tin Roof™
Episode Notes In this episode, we explore the story behind Under A Tin Roof™, cooking & lifestyle brand founded by the dynamic mother-daughter duo, Kayla Lobermeier and Jill Haupt. Our host, Marie Bartlett, speaks with Kayla Lobermeier, a gifted author and imaginative culinary artist who has…
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E194 Curating History: Behind the Scenes
Join us in this episode as our host Marie Bartlett interviews our special guest, Brandon W. Brooks. Brooks is the Curator of the John L. Wehle Gallery at Genesee Country Village & Museum and specializes in historical fashion. He works with the renowned Bruce & Susan Greene Costume Collection,...
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E193 America's First Female Serial Killer
In this gripping episode, we are honored to host the accomplished author Mary Kay McBrayer, as she unveils the dark and chilling world of 'America's First Female Serial Killer.' Join us as we delve into Mary Kay's meticulously researched book, which uncovers the bone-chilling story of Jane…
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E192 Fort Frederica Live Podcast Extra
Join us for a unique episode of the "Then Again Podcast," recorded live during the celebration of General James Oglethorpe's Birthday at Fort Frederica National Monument. In this special edition, recorded on December 16th last year, we immerse our listeners in the vibrant atmosphere of this...
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E191 Preserving the Past, Shaping the Future: An Interview with Anneliese Meck
Join us on this episode of Then Again as host Marie Bartlett delves into the world of museum work and the future of museums with Anneliese Meck. Anneliese is a public historian, historical interpreter, and accomplished historical costumer. She also manages the captivating social media platform…
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E190 The Dixie Mafia: Living with the Leader
In this captivating episode of the 'Then Again Podcast,' we delve into the intriguing world of Phil Hudgins' book, "Grace and Disgrace." Join Libba Beaucham, the Director of Operations, as she sits down with Hudgins for an insightful conversation. Throughout the episode, Hudgins not only…
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E189 Building Biltmore
Journey through the history of Biltmore House with Marie Bartlett and Lesley Jones in this episode of Then Again. Biltmore is a a true marvel of architecture nestled in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains. In this podcast, we'll uncover the fascinating story of how this iconic mansion came to…
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E188 Mazury Folk Dance
Join Marie Bartlett as she speaks with Maciej Smusz, Director of Mazuray Folk Dance Ensemble, and Caroline Clark, Dance Professor and Scholar, about Eastern European Folk Dance and its history. The Mazury Folk Dance Ensemble is a Polish folk dance group based in Atlanta, Georgia. The group is…
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E187 Fort Frederica Presents: General James Oglethorpe's Birthday
Fort Frederica National Monument welcomes you to a celebration of General James Oglethorpe’s 327th birthday! In this episode, join Libba Beaucham, Director of Operations, as she speaks with Park Ranger Phil Officer and living history interpreter Richard Burke. Together, they'll delve into the…
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E186 The History of Georgia's State Dance
In this episode, we are delighted to welcome back Dr. Caroline Sutton Clark, Dance Historian, as our special guest. Together, we delve into the captivating world of Georgia's official state dance: square dancing. Notably, square dancing holds the official title in GA, and it is also recognized as...
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E185 Podcast Extra: An Actor's Carol
In this special podcast extra, Libba speaks with the cast and director of the Gainesville Theatre Alliance's show An Actor’s Carol with shows this weekend, December 1st-3rd. Performed by acclaimed actor David Weber, this one-man version of Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol pushes the boundaries...
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E184 Georgia on Location: Exploring History on Site
In this episode, Libba Beaucham sits down with Jim Wright, an innovative Georgia Studies teacher. Jim is the mastermind behind "Georgia on Location," a YouTube channel dedicated to bringing Georgia's rich history to life. The channel delves into a variety of fascinating topics, including Button...
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E183 The Case of George Corn Tassel
In today's episode, we delve into the story of George Corn Tassel, a Cherokee man who was charged with the murder of another Cherokee man in Cherokee territory in the 1830s. Despite the incident happening in Cherokee territory and involving only Cherokee people, he was convicted by the State of...
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E182 Combining Science Fiction & Historical Fiction
In this episode of Then Again, Libba speaks with local science fiction writer Kim Megahee about his series of time travel books that offer readers a chance to wonder and reflect on the past and the future. Kim Megahee is a former high school math teacher, soccer coach, and computer programmer…
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E181 Mortality & Fatalism in The Middle Ages
Join Lesley for another episode of Then Again featuring special guest, Glen Kyle. Lesley and Glen discuss the challenging living conditions, prevalent diseases, and the hardships experienced during the Middle Ages, and how these obstacles gave rise to a fatalistic mindset. They also explore the...
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E180 Day of The Dead
In this week's episode, Lesley sits down with Guada Rodriguez, Media Producer, and Diana Mancilla, Gainesville Reads Program Manager, both from the History Center team. Together, they explore the rich cultural history of Dia de los Muertos, the Mexican celebration that honors the dearly departed....
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E179 The History of Fort Daniel
In this podcast, explore the remarkable story of a hidden historical gem nestled in Northeast Georgia with the President of the Fort Daniel Foundation, Eli Stancel. Fort Daniel served as a fort in the War of 1812 and as a frontier fort in the Hog Mountain community. Learn about Fort Daniel's...
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E178 Origins of Vampires
In this episode, journey with us as we revisit a previous program centered on the origins of vampires. During the program, we engaged in enlightening conversations with two distinguished experts: Dr. Mark Waddell, a professor specializing in science and medicine at Michigan State University, and...
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E177 American Spirit Photography
In this week's episode, Lesley talks with Dr. Louis Kaplan, a distinguished History Professor at the University of Toronto, as they delve into the captivating world of spirit photography in America. Prepare to uncover the origins of spirit photography, led by William Mumler, gain insights into…
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E176 Victorian Occult
Step into nineteenth-century England with Lesley and Dr. Phillip Guerty, Professor at the University of North Georgia. In this episode, they delve into the mysteries of the Victorian period including spiritualism, tarot, and how journalism changed the trajectory of the occult into the mainstream....
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E175 Working in Historic Building Preservation
In this episode, Marie speaks with Maelyn Ehrman, an Interior and Preservation Designer, about her work preserving and restoring historic structures. Historic Preservation is hard to define. The NPS says that "historic preservation is a conversation with our past about our future." Therefore…
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E174 Internship Spotlight: Educational Programming
In this episode, Marie speaks with her educational programming intern for the summer, Dash Acker, about how this internship has impacted her. Our Educational Programming interns have hands-on experience at the History Center with all aspects of educational programming, from the planning process…
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E172 Infinite Country
In this episode, join Libba Beaucham as she speaks with Teigha Snowden, Director of Advocacy for United Way of Hall County, and Patricia Engel, author of the New York Times bestselling book Infinite Country. The United Way of Hall County has received a National Endowment for the Arts Big Read...
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E171 Savannah's Midnight Hour
In this podcast episode, Marie Bartlett speaks with Dr. Lisa L. Denmark, professor of History at Georgia Southern Univerity, and author of_ Savannah's Midnight Hour: Boosterism, Growth, and Commerce in a Nineteenth-Century American City. _Dr. Denmark's book looks at Savannah's city government and...
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E170 Modern Cronies: Southern Industrialism
In this episode, Marie speaks with Dr. Kenneth Wheeler, author of Modern Cronies: Southern Industrialism from Gold Rush to Convict Labor, 1829-1894. The book begins with the Georgia Gold Rush in and takes a look at its far-reaching impact. Link to book From Georgia Press:...
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E169 Educational Research Internship Podcast
In this episode, Marie speaks with her educational research interns, Maleea Gray and Sarah Bishop, about the research they conducted this summer about White Path, his cabin, his land, the Pinson family, and one-room schoolhouses. They also speak about their experience of having a virtual…
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E168 Atlanta Historic Dance
In this podcast episode, Marie Bartlett speaks with Kat Nagar, Director of Atlanta Historic Dance. Kat Nagar is a performer, teacher, and choreographer of historical social dance. As well as a dance historian, she is also a historical costumer and creates some of the costumes you'll see in...
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E167 Meet Major-General Nathanael Greene
In this podcast episode, Marie Bartlett speaks with Major-General Nathanael Greene, commander of the Southern Theater during the American Revolutionary War, as the Northeast Georgia History Center prepares to host Greene for the final installment of our Summer Chautauqua series about the Founding...
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E166 Cherokee Architecture
Join Marie Bartlett and Dr. Ben Steere in this whirlwind adventure through time to learn about the architecture of the Cherokee People from 1400 AD to 1820. Dr. Steere is an Associate Professor of Anthropology and Sociology at Western Carolina University. His primary areas of study include...
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E165 Connecting Kids to Local History
In this episode join Libba and Jim Betz for a discussion on history education. Jim is a history teacher in Georgia and a producer of the Moving Through Georgia Podcast, who has utilized the many tools and resources the Northeast Georgia History Center has to offer. From on-site programs and tours...
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E164 Genealogy 101
Interested in learning about your family's history but not sure where to start? This episode will give you the information, resources, and tips you need to start your family genealogy project! Join Libba and Marie as they discuss genealogy practices with Ronda Sanders, Genealogy Librarian of the...
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E163 The History of Corsets
In this episode, Marie Bartlett speaks with Dr. Charity Armstead about the history of corsets and how they have changed since the early 19th century. Marie and Dr. Armstead explore the myths, research studies, and daily life activities of the women who wore them in the past. Link to Research...
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E162 Women's Education at The University of North Georgia
The University of North Georgia (UNG) was the first campus in Georgia to offer co-education to men and women. When the institution held its first classes in 1873, UNG was known as the North Georgia Agricultural College and it had 98 males and 79 females enrolled. Join Marie Bartlett and Dr....
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E161 A First-Rate Summer Resort: Mineral Springs in Northeast Georgia
In this episode, Dr. Dee Gillespie shares her research about the mineral springs of Gainesville and the resorts that formed around them in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Contact information for Dr. Dee Gillespie: [email protected]...
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E160 Meet General James Oglethorpe
In this episode, Marie time travels to chat with General James Oglethorpe about his founding the Georgia colony in 1733. Meet General Oglethorpe, portrayed by living history interpreter Richard Burke, during our New Gainesville Chautauqua program on Tuesday, June 13th at 7 PM at the Northeast...
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The Northeast Georgia History Center staff and guests explore the historical context and significance of everything from pop culture to local history in this light-hearted and educational podcast.
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