PODCASTS
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THOUGHT ROW PODCAST
Listen as I talk to Rod and Inci Jones about some of the fascinating people I have researched: FDR, Eleanor Roosevelt, Frank Sinatra, Loretta Lynn, Marilyn Monroe, and Audrey Meadows. I discussed my thoughts on another New Deal, and the importance of believing in the beauty of your dreams.
TALES FROM A WANDERING SCRIBE PODCAST
I had an awesome chat with fellow historian and writer Gabriel Garcia on his podcast! We covered it all—how I got into writing after my time at presidential libraries, who I write for, what sparks my creativity, what’s next, and my advice for aspiring authors and historians. Check it out!
HISTORY, BOOKS & WINE PODCAST
Join me as I chat with authors Eliza Knight and Lori Ann Bailey about my article "Marilyn Monroe Gets Down to Business" published in the Spring 2023 edition of American Heritage Magazine.
HISTORY, BOOKS & WINE PODCAST
I was thrilled to chat again with Eliza Knight and Lori Ann Bailey about my deep dive into the legendary dance duo, Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers! We cover how they first met, the intense prep behind one of their films, the crucial role of Hermes Pan, and so much more. Don’t miss it!
FRONT ROW CLASSICS PODCAST
Catch me on the Front Row Classics podcast with Brandon as we dive into my article, 'Let's Face the Music and Dance,' from the Summer 2024 issue of American Heritage! We chat about Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers' partnership, their impact during the Great Depression, and the magic behind their working relationship. Don’t miss it!
VALLEY GIRLS PODCAST
I was thrilled to contribute to the Valley Girls podcast's final episode of 2024, a special Hudson Valley Holiday Story Hour. I performed a reading of Eleanor Roosevelt's "My Day" column from December 30, 1957, which can be heard at the 18:24 mark. The episode features an all-star lineup of Hudson Valley creatives sharing stories, poems, readings, and songs.
FRONT ROW CLASSICS PODCAST
I was happy to join Brandon Davis again on the Front Row Classics podcast to discuss the 1950 film Storm Warning. This bold and underrated thriller from Warner Bros. serves as both a gripping noir and a powerful allegory for the politically charged era of the Red Scare in Hollywood. The film’s screenplay, written by Richard Brooks and Daniel Fuchs, was remarkably ahead of its time in its stark indictment of the KKK. Featuring an unexpected cast of Ginger Rogers, Doris Day, and Ronald Reagan, Storm Warning remains an important piece of cinema that tackled social issues with rare courage for its time.
VALLEY GIRLS PODCAST
Eleanor Roosevelt has always inspired me with her fearless advocacy for human rights and social justice. In honor of Women’s History Month, I joined Jennifer Santiago and Jenny Leight on the Valley Girls Podcast to celebrate her legacy. We discussed my work at Val-Kill, her role in drafting the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and her lasting impact on history. It was a great conversation filled with fascinating stories and historical insights!
THE REVISIONIST'S ALMANAC
March is Women’s History Month, and I was honored to contribute to this special collaborative episode of The Revisionist’s Almanac podcast. In my segment, I highlight some of the remarkable women in film and television - both on and off screen - who have inspired me, including Lucille Ball, Audrey Meadows, and Ginger Rogers. My segment begins at 1:12:35. Listen on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts!
