Then Again

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 elements of vaudeville, clown, and mime. The kinetic pe...

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 Cotton Gin. Tune in to this enlightening...

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 a series of legal battles that reached the United...

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 University of Georgia. Upon retiring, Kim decided to piv...

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 fascinating theories of what caused the inci...

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 from Aztec and Spanish traditions, and gain a deepe...

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 preserve the site today. Also, please join Fort Daniels f...

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 State University. Dr. Waddell examines the influen...

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 unravel the intriguing narrative of P.T. Barnum's mis...

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 preservation! But in this episode, we will be f...

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, homeschool days, and more. For more information p...

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 discuss her novel on Monday, September 11th, at 6...

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 century. From canals to railroads, the Civil War, a...

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.thenagainpodcast.com

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

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 Show at the Northeast Georiga History Center on Augus...

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 speaks with living history interpreter Dan McMichael...

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 archaeology, indigenous archaeology, and regional s...

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, learn from a local teacher's perspective what it m...

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 Resources: www.hallcountylibrary.org/index.php/genea...

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/article/id/8813/ Find out more at http://www.then...

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 history of women's education at UNG. Learn more abo...

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.thenagainpodcast.com This podcast is powered by Pinec...

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 Gainesville Chautauqua at:  negahc.charityproud.org/...