Let's Be Frank

Part Two of Dr. Franklin's conversation with Dr. Abigail Fine about Fairy tales; from their literary roots in 17th century France to how they are used in the modern world to lift up new voices and perspectives with fresh takes on classic tales. Join our Junto and unlock extra perks and content! patreon.com/lets_be_frank Additional Links: https://www.bfranklinlive.com/journal/ https://www.youtube.c...

This week Dr. Franklin sits down with Dr. Abigail Fine for part one of an interview about Fairy Tales, from their origins in the 17th century to the modern world.  Join our Junto and unlock extra perks and content! patreon.com/lets_be_frank Additional Links: https://www.bfranklinlive.com/journal/ https://www.youtube.com/@2c4h_podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...

Join Dr. Franklin as he asks: What makes someone a great storyteller on this episode about fables, their lessons and the mythicization of America. Join our Junto and unlock extra perks and content! patreon.com/lets_be_frank Additional Links: https://www.bfranklinlive.com/journal/ https://www.youtube.com/@2c4h_podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When did you first leave home in pursuit of another? This week's episode brings to life the story of Dr. Franklin's first, long journey into Philadelphia and draws parallels, 300 years in the making, to our world today. Join our Junto and unlock extra perks and 'Behind the Benjamin: The Making of Let's Be Frank" a weekly podcast released simultaneously with the show for our patreon supporters patr...

Part one of a four-part installment discussing the Boston Tea Party. Dr. Franklin sets the stage for the Boston Tea Party by sharing three primary sources about the American Colonies reaction to the Stamp Act Join our Junto and unlock extra perks and content! patreon.com/lets_be_frank Additional Links: https://www.bfranklinlive.com/journal/ https://www.youtube.com/@2c4h_podcast Hosted on Acast. Se...

This week's episode teaches the do's and don'ts of making yourself an agreeable companion as Dr. Franklin explores his essays On Conversation and Rules for Making Oneself a Disagreeable Companion. Join our Junto and unlock extra perks and content! patreon.com/lets_be_frank Additional Links: https://www.bfranklinlive.com/journal/ https://www.youtube.com/@2c4h_podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...

Let's Be Frank returns for its second Season! Episode 17 features the Speech of Miss Polly Baker, who was taken to court for having a child out of wedlock. With echoes rippling from the past to the present, come sit a spell and indulge your curiosity with your new favorite Founding Father. Resources can be found in the journal section at https://www.bfranklinlive.com/journal/ Join our Junto by bec...

A dramatic reading of the Declaration of Independence in honor of the 4th of July Full Text of the Declaration can be found here: https://www.bfranklinlive.com/journal/episode-16/ Join our Junto! patreon.com/lets_be_frank Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The fourth and final installment in our series exploring some of the philosophy that built the Declaration of Independence. Today's episode is an exploration of John Locke's  Second Treatise of Government  and Natural Liberty. Join our Junto! patreon.com/lets_be_frank Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A conversation with Jamestown Rediscovery's Mark Summers about Bacon's Rebellion and the brutal, bloody and muddy history that made king's sweat and subjects question.  Join our Junto patreon.com/lets_be_frank Support the show with a one-time donation Venmo @ bfranklinlive Additional links and resources: https://www.bfranklinlive.com/ https://preservationvirginia.org/ https://historicjamestow...

A conversation with Nicole Brown, historian and museum educator, about the Bray School, slavery and the legacy of Juneteenth. Join the Junto! patreon.com/lets_be_frank Additional Resources: https://www.wm.edu/sites/brayschool/ www.bfranklinlive.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The third installment in a four-part series exploring some of the philosophy that built the Declaration of Independence. Today's episode is an exploration of  Montesquieu's  Spirit of Laws  and how it helped shape the political structure of the United States. Join our Junto@ patreon.com/lets_be_frank or make a donation at Venmo: bfranklinlive Additional resources: https://www.bfrank...

An episode about coffeehouses and their role in crafting the culture of the Enlightenment. Support Let's Be Frank patreon.com/lets_be_frank Venmo: bfranklinlive https://www.bfranklinlive.com/journal/episode-11/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A conversation with Colonel Alex Morse about Theatre in the 18th Century; how it defied norms and shaped the destiny of nations. www.bfranklinlive.com patreon.com/lets_be_frank Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The second installment exploring the philosophy that built the American Declaration of Independence. Today's episode tackles Emer de Vattel's Law of Nations and how it helped shape the political identity of the United States. Additional links: www.bfranklinlive.com patreon.com/lets_be_frank Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A conversation with American History Scholar and Author, Dr. Bill White, on the anniversary of one of the most excited and underrated events of the American Revolution: The 5th Virginia Convention. Additional links: www.bfranklinlive.com patreon.com/lets_be_frank Venmo:bfranklinlive Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An episode about a coronation in 1761, an inauguration in 1789, and a farmer and a prince; both by the name of George.  Like and subscribe to stay up to date on all the latest gossip and wisdom from Dr. Franklin. Additional links: https://www.bfranklinlive.com/journal/ Join the Junto and take advantage of bonus content, live Q&A and more! patreon.com/lets_be_frank Hosted on Acast. Se...

An episode about undesirable problems, how we deal with them and a boatload of rattlesnakes. Resource links: Webinar on Franklin, Collinson and Botany: https://benjaminfranklinhouse.org/event/franklin-and-collinson-sowing-the-seeds-of-revolution/ Let's Be Frank's Journal: https://www.bfranklinlive.com/journal/ Join our Junto today!: https://www.patreon.com/lets_be_frank Hosted on Acast. See acast....

A brief word from co-creator, Bryan Austin, about our new patreon and ways Listeners can get more involved in supporting Let's Be Frank patreon.com/lets_be_frank Venmo: bfranklinlive www.bfranklinlive.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A story from Franklin's youth, a lesson about whistles and an exciting announcement you won't want to miss! Get more involved by joining our Patreon, today! patreon.com/lets_be_frank Venmo:bfranklinlive Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The first installment in a four-part series exploring some of the philosophy that built the Declaration of Independence. Visit www.bfranklinlive.com for resources, images and details about the episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An exploration of the history of the Society of the Cincinnati, Honor and how we wear our virtue. Resources can be found in the journal section of www.bfranklinlive.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A story of a bird, a bolt of inspiration and how we represent ourselves in the world. Check out www.bfranklinlive.com for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A short word from the show's other half: Actor, historian and co-creator Bryan Austin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An exploration of Franklin's first published work, piracy, journeys and the sea Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.