John R. Heckman

The Tattooed Historian Show

History EN ↓ 128 episodes

What is it like to do work in the history field? What scholarship concerning the humanities is being released to the public right now? What does it mean to be active in the humanities? All of this is covered in this podcast in a conversational way with guests and friends.

Author

John R. Heckman

Category

History

Podcast website

thetattooedhistorian.com

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2025

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Episodes

Gordon C. Rhea and the Overland Campaign of 1864 26.02.2021

I'm once again reunited with Dr. Peter Carmichael for a live stream presentation on my page! This is the audio from our conversation with noted Civil War historian, Gordon C. Rhea. We discuss the Overland Campaign of 1864 as well as other Civil War topics!

Thoughts on Twitter for Historians 13.02.2021

Twitter was one of the three platforms I became a part of as a brand back in 2015. Here's a crash course in how I use it and different features to help you find colleagues.

Civil War Soldiers During Winter Months 06.02.2021

Ripped the audio from a recent live stream about Civil War soldiers and the winter months. This was a power panel of historians and was very educational. I loved it and I hope you do as well!

LinkedIn For Historians?? 31.01.2021

LinkedIn is legit! I mean it. If you're looking for organic reach and networking opportunities, listen to this episode!

Instagram Tips for New Brands 30.01.2021

Want to hear some of the basics for branding on Instagram? This is a quick, crash course in just that for historians of all education levels!

Branding as a Historian on Facebook 15.01.2021

I started my brand on Facebook back in 2015. What have I learned? How can you do something similar with your niche? Are there any tricks to help you get noticed? This is a shortened version of what I normally have in training scenarios with non-profits and museums.

A New Direction 08.01.2021

So for 2021, I want to give you more value. I want to showcase ways that you can build a brand, or show off your talents in whatever it is you do. Digital history, branding, marketing, interviewing, and more! We're going to break down barriers so that you can let the world know what you're interested in. Let's Go!

A Podcast about Podcasting 23.10.2020

You wanted to hear my thoughts on podcasting and creating a podcast, here you go! Now is the best time to start and the audience is waiting for you!

Thoughts on Starting a Brand as a Historian 16.10.2020

I wanted to give you an overview of how I started the brand, how you can make a start with branding, and how there's always room in the history field for more voices.

Presidents vs The Press with Harold Holzer 18.09.2020

Harold Holzer makes his live stream comeback with me on this podcast episode. We discuss his newest book on the presidents vs. the press and the ways communication has influenced administrations. Harold is always a great guest to have on the program!

The Bee Line March of 1775 11.09.2020

Travis Shaw joins me to discuss the Bee Line March of 1775. This audio was ripped from a live stream we did at the beginning of the pandemic. Travis is an awesome historian and friend and you're going to learn a lot!

Welcome to Season 3 04.09.2020

It's Season 3 of The Tattooed Historian Show! I can't wait to bring you more podcasts and history content. Here are my thoughts on the field since COVID and how I see the future of this project!

Lincoln's Legacy During a Time of Crisis 19.04.2020

Noted Lincoln historian, Harold Holzer, joins Dr. Peter Carmichael and myself for this engaging talk about President Lincoln and his legacy during times of crisis. This was a great honor to have Harold on the live stream. We had a good time and touched on many aspects of Lincoln's leadership style.

Interpreting Little Round Top & Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain 16.04.2020

I was joined by Dr. Peter Carmichael (Director, Civil War Institute at Gettysburg College) and Ranger Chris Gwinn (Chief of Interpretation and Education at Gettysburg NMP) to discuss the most visited spot on the battlefield at Gettysburg: Little Round Top.

Pop History and its Effects on Storytelling 10.04.2020

Stephanie Seal Walters joins me to discuss pop history and how it effects the way we look at the past. How do television shows or movies impact our views of historical events or time periods? This is a lively, great discussion!

Professors, Public Historians, and the Civil War Field 04.04.2020

Dr. Peter Carmichael (Civil War Institute at Gettysburg College) joined me on this Facebook Live to discuss how academics and public historians are working together to change the face of the Civil War field. We discussed our experiences and what we believe the future of the field is going to look like.

The Tattooed Historian: The Second Anniversary 01.04.2020

It's been 2 years since I went into business for myself under The Tattooed Historian brand. In this episode, I reflect on some deeper stuff which has helped me through the process and I hope that you gain something out of it. There's probably something in here for those of you who are just looking for themselves.

Ike and Mamie Eisenhower 28.02.2020

Alyce Evans joined us at the latest installment of The Tattooed Historian Presents and discussed the relationship between Dwight and Mamie Eisenhower. We covered a lot of ground in a short period of time, but it was a very interesting discussion! Check out the story of this political power couple!

The McCormick Civil War Institute at Shenandoah University 21.02.2020

I sat down with Dr. Jonathan Noyalas and discussed the McCormick Civil War Institute at Shenandoah University. We talked augmented reality and virtual reality in the history field, various monographs, and the institute's annual conference this April.

The Banting House National Historic Site 14.02.2020

In this episode, I travel to London, Ontario, to speak with Grant Maltman, the curator at the Banting House National Historic Site. This year marks the 100th anniversary of Sir Frederick Banting jotting down notes in the middle of the night for an idea that would become insulin. This place has become a pilgrimage site for so many people who have or know someone who has, diabetes.

Faces of Union Soldiers at Antietam with Matt Borders 31.01.2020

Matt Borders, a co-author of "Faces of Union Soldiers at Antietam," joined us for the latest installment of The Tattooed Historian Presents at the Garryowen Irish Pub. He discussed his new book and the Federal troops' experiences at the Battle of Antietam. Although you can't see the photos he shows us, you can get a good description of the fighting which the men went through in 1862.

Updates for 2020! 17.01.2020

For the first episode of 2020, I wanted to bring you up to date on what is going on in my world and what is to come this year. I also wanted to touch on a very important thing: keeping history friction-free and how important collaboration and networking will be this year. Plus, BIG news on my career path in this episode!

A New Look at Antietam with Dan Vermilya 13.12.2019

Dan Vermilya joined us back in August for The Tattooed Historian Presents series. He discussed his interpretations of the Battle of Antietam, which took place on September 17, 1862. Dan also wrote a book for the Emerging Civil War Series entitled, "The Field of Blood: The Battle of Antietam."

The Changing Face of the History Field: Part 2 05.12.2019

Here is the second part of my discussion with Pat McGuire (History Things with Pat) concerning the impact of social media on the history field. We talk about adaptability, evolution, self-awareness, and more! This one really hits home for me!

The Changing Face of the History Field 29.11.2019

My great friend, Pat McGuire (History Things with Pat), sits down with me in the Garryowen Irish Pub in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania and talks about the history field, how it is changing, and how it has changed us in a good way! This was a great discussion which quickly showcased what we have in common. I think you're going to love this one!

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