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 you are interested in our part-time Director of Educ…

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 look forward to David joining us to present on the h…

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. Burd Center for Performing Arts (just across the street …

Episode Notes In this special program preview, Libba chats with Madison Davis, K-12 Education Coordinator at theMuseum 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 next Homeschool Day: World War II on Thursday, April 25th…

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 Gainesville, Georgia. This is a story of terrible devas…

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 travel through storytelling in this episode of Then Ag…

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 Outlander fan, or intrigued by equestrian expertise, be…

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 System) and played a crucial role in its development. The…

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 into the world of HAM radio began in his youth, driven…

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 relevant yet antiquated technology. This interview is p…

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 models, including life-sized dinosaurs and other ancient a…

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 conversation to listen to before seeing this excellent produc…

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 penned two cookbooks: "The Prairie Kitchen Cookbook" and …

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, featuring over 3,500 rare clothing items spanning three …

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 Toppan. Through this interview, Mary Kay offers us a window…

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 historical event. Living history interpreters Richard Burk…

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 'The Sewphisticate.' In this engaging episode, Annelies…

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 discusses the themes and narratives of his book but also prov…

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 be, from visionary beginnings to meticulous planning a…

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 known for its commitment to the preservation of Polish c…

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 rich history of the monument, explore educational opport…

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 the official state folk dance in 30 other states acr…

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 of traditional storytelling by incorporating element…

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 Gwinnett, the Trail of Tears, and the history of the C…

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 Georgia and hung in Gainesville, Georgia. This led to …

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 with a degree in Mathematics Education from the Universi…

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 event known as "dancing mania" in Germany and the fasc…

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. Explore the historical roots, including influences f…

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 historical significance and what is being done to preserv…

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 Dr. Jill Galvin, a professor of literature from Ohio …

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 the intricate process behind these photographs, and unr…

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. Find out more at http://www.thenagainpodcast.com…

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, this podcast itself could be considered historic preserv…

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 to implementing ideas for field trips, special events,…

Episode Notes In this special episode, we introduce you to our new Executive Director Greg Payne! Raised in the historically rich region of Northern Virginia, Greg's enthusiasm for history was ignited at an early age. “I was fortunate to grow up where I did, surrounded by as much American History as I was. It was through great teachers, musems, and…

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 grant, which will bring Patricia Engel to Gainesville to…

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 its role in the city's economy throughout the 19th c…

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:ugapress.org/book/9780820357522/modern-cronies Find out more at http://www.the…

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 internship and how this internship has impacted them. Find ou…

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 performance and also at Promenade: the Historic Fashion Sho…

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 of GA on Tuesday, August 8th at 7 PM. Marie also spe…

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 Southeastern archaeology, Cherokee archaeology, household a…

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 to our free digital programs for Georgia educators, …

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 Hall County Library. Hall County Library Genealogy Re…

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 Article by Dr. Armstead:www.iastatedigitalpress.com/itaa/…

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. Katherine Rohrer as they take a look at this fascinating h…

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: Dee.Gillespie@ung.edu ung.edu/history-anthropology-philosophy/faculty-staff-bio/deanna-gillespie.php Find out more at http://www.then…

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 Georgia History Center! Purchase your tickets for New Ga…

Join Marie as she interviews Dr. Caroline Sutton Clark about the origins of disco music and dance culture. From the style, rhythms, sounds, and moves that defined the genre to how it influences our culture today, this episode will dive into the significance of disco during its rise and how it still influences our culture to this day. Take our podca…

In this episode, Libba speaks with Madia Cooper-Ashirifi of Brenau University about a new graduation tradition: the Nyansapo Kente Stole Ceremony. This ceremony honors graduating students who wish to partake in longstanding traditions with West African roots that represent a right of passage into a new life phase. This ceremony provides graduates a…