187: Harriet with Dr. Kate Clifford Larson
Today we’ll hear from Dr. Larson, the historical consultant on the 2019 movie Harriet about the life of Harriet Tubman. Get Dr. Larson’s book Disclaimer: Dan LeFebvre and/or Based on a True Story may earn commissions from qualifying purchases through our links on this page. Did you enjoy this episode? Help support the next one! […]
186: 1492: Conquest of Paradise with Patrick Wyman
Patrick Wyman is a historian, host of the Tides of History podcast and author of The Verge. He joins us today to dive into the historical accuracy of Ridley Scott’s 1992 movie 1492. Get Patrick’s book Listen to Patrick’s podcast Disclaimer: Dan LeFebvre and/or Based on a True Story may earn commissions from qualifying purchases through […]
185: J. Edgar with Paul Letersky
The 2011 biopic from Clint Eastwood offers a look into the life of J. Edgar Hoover. Today we’ll be talking to author and former FBI agent Paul Letersky, who was Hoover’s assistant in the FBI. Get Paul’s book Disclaimer: Dan LeFebvre and/or Based on a True Story may earn commissions from qualifying purchases through our […]
179: The Passion of The Christ with Dr. David Chapman
In Christianity, Good Friday commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Today we’re going to learn about the depiction of that event on screen as we saw in 2004’s The Passion of The Christ. To help us learn more, we’ll be joined by the Professor of New Testament and Archaeology at Covenant Theological Seminary, Dr. David Chapman. […]
156: Mutiny on the Bounty with Brandon Huebner
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155: Les Miserables with Maurice Samuels
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153: 12 Years a Slave with Professor Greg Jackson
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150: Downton Abbey with Lady Carnarvon
Lady Almina and the Real Downton Abbey: The Lost Legacy of Highclere Castle Lady Catherine, the Earl, and the Real Downton Abbey Find all of Lady Carnarvon’s stories & books Disclaimer: Dan LeFebvre and/or Based on a True Story may earn commissions from qualifying purchases through our links on this page. Did you enjoy this […]
148: 1917 with Doran Cart
Learn more about the National World War I Memorial and Museum Plan your visit Disclaimer: Dan LeFebvre and/or Based on a True Story may earn commissions from qualifying purchases through our links on this page. Transcript Note: This transcript is automatically generated. There will be mistakes, so please don’t use them for quotes. It is […]
139: Turn: Washington’s Spies with Michael Troy
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138: Mary Queen of Scots
Resources Act Anent the demission of the Crown in favour of our Sovereign Lord, and his Majesty’s Coronation 1567 – Wikipedia A Rivalry in Letters: Mary and Elizabeth – Tudors Dynasty The relationship of Elizabeth I & Mary Queen of Scots in letters – part one • The Crown Chronicles History Rewind: The Abdication of […]