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Public History with Jake and Justin

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by Justin Voithofer, Jake Wynn, and Molly Keilty

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Welcome to Public History with Justin, Jake, and Molly - a podcast about how we share, interpret, and connect with the past. Each episode, we dig into how history is told in museums, historic sites, classrooms, and pop culture — and how storytelling can make the past relevant to the world we live in today. Between us, we've spent years in the field — from leading tours on Civil War battlefields and preserving historic landscapes to interpreting the stories of America's industrial workers and sharing local history online. We've seen firsthand how public history shapes communities, sparks curiosity, and sometimes stirs debate. Together, we'll talk with fellow historians, educators, and storytellers about how history reaches the public — on screen, on the ground, and everywhere in between. Through these conversations, we'll explore the ways history continues to inform who we are and who we want to be. The thoughts and opinions shared here are our own and don't represent those of our employers or affiliated organizations.

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June 8, 2026

Revolutionary Moments | Public History Draft 2026

<p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> After a long spring hiatus, Justin, Jake, and Molly are back — and they're arguing about what "revolution" actually means. With America's 250th anniversary on the horizon, the three of us turned the question into a draft: five rounds, snake order, one pick per category, and a guest judge waiting in the wings to rank the results.</p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> We are thinking of it like building a record collection. Who walks away with the best greatest-hits album of revolutionary history?</p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> In this episode, we draft across five categories:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Foundational Revolutionary Moments</strong> — the pivot points that changed everything.</li> <li><strong>Political Turning Points</strong> — the shifts in power and thought that bent history's course.</li> <li><strong>Cinematic Revolutions</strong> — the films and series that changed how we see the past.</li> <li><strong>Best Revolutionary</strong> — one figure who deserves the credit.</li> <li><strong>Wild Card</strong> — anything goes.</li> </ul> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> Expect some predictable picks, a few curveballs, and at least one choice nobody at the table saw coming.</p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <a href="https://forms.gle/ReR8vMRt4R2AkdCAA" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><strong>Now it's your turn - vote for who drafted the best revolutionary moments here! </strong></a></p>

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April 6, 2026

Podcasting the Past | Fin Dwyer of the Irish History Podcast

<p data-start="29" data-end="243">In this episode of Public History with Justin, Jake, and Molly, Jake sat down with Fin Dwyer - the voice behind the Irish History Podcast and one of the most consistent storytellers working in public history today.</p> <p data-start="245" data-end="371">If you've ever wondered what it actually takes to sustain a history podcast for more than a decade, this is that conversation.</p> <p data-start="373" data-end="790">We talk about how Fin got started back in 2010, building an audience from scratch, and how podcasting has evolved from a niche format into one of the most powerful tools we have for sharing history. Along the way, we dig into something that sits at the center of both of our work - how to take complex, often uncomfortable history and make it accessible without losing the nuance.</p> <p data-start="792" data-end="1006">We also talk about the craft of public history; how we tell stories, how audiences engage with them, and what responsibility comes with putting history out into the world.</p> <p data-start="1008" data-end="1176">And like any good conversation between public historians, we end up somewhere deeper - talking about bias, interpretation, and why the past still matters so much in the present.</p> <p data-start="1008" data-end="1176"><a href= "https://www.irishhistorypodcast.ie/">Check out The Irish History Podcast</a></p> <p data-start="1008" data-end="1176"><a href= "https://www.irishhistorypodcast.ie/podcast-series/transatlantic-an-irish-american-history-podcast"> Check out Transatlantic: An Irish American History Podcast</a></p> <p data-start="1183" data-end="1254">This episode of Public History with Justin, Jake, and Molly explores:</p> <ul> <li>How Fin built the Irish History Podcast into a global show</li> <li>What podcasting looked like in 2010 - and how much it's changed</li> <li>The challenge of turning deep research into clear, engaging storytelling</li> <li>Why some of the most important stories never become books - but thrive in podcasts</li> <li>The responsibility of historians in public spaces, especially online</li> <li>How nuance gets lost and why it's worth fighting to keep it</li> <li>The tension between academic history and public-facing storytelling</li> <li>Why the past still shapes how we see the world today</li> </ul>

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March 23, 2026

Rewatching John Adams: Power, Politics, and Governing a New Nation (Episodes 5-7)

<p data-start="29" data-end="211">In this episode of Public History with Justin, Jake, and Molly, Justin, Jake, aned Molly wrap up HBO's John Adams miniseries.</p> <p data-start="213" data-end="474">Episodes five through seven leave the battlefield and diplomacy behind and step into the uncertain world of governing a brand-new nation. Independence has been won - but now comes the reality of politics, power struggles, and the messy work of building a republic from scratch.</p> <p data-start="476" data-end="839">John Adams finds himself on the outside looking in as vice president, then at the center of the storm as president - caught between Jefferson, Hamilton, and a political culture that already feels strikingly familiar. Meanwhile, Abigail Adams remains a steady and formidable presence, even as the personal cost of public life begins to take its toll on their family.</p> <p data-start="841" data-end="1069">By the final episode, the story turns inward. The urgency of revolution fades into something quieter and more human: aging, loss, legacy, and the uneasy realization that the history they lived is already being reshaped into myth.</p> <p data-start="1158" data-end="1229">This episode of Public History with Justin, Jake, and Molly explores:</p> <ul> <li>John Adams discovering just how little power the vice presidency actually holds</li> <li>The rise of political parties and the bitter divide between Jefferson and Hamilton</li> <li>The threat of war with France and the fragile place of the United States in a global conflict</li> <li>The Alien and Sedition Acts and the tension between liberty and control</li> <li>Abigail Adams navigating family, politics, and personal loss</li> <li>The devastating toll of illness and grief on the Adams family</li> <li>The mythmaking of the American Revolution and how quickly history gets rewritten</li> <li>John Adams and Thomas Jefferson reflecting on a lifetime of rivalry and legacy</li> </ul> <p>Other notes: </p> <div class="QpPSMb"> <div class="DoxwDb"> <div class="PZPZlf ssJ7i xgAzOe" role="heading" aria-level="2" data-attrid="title">Alexis de Tocqueville and "Democacy in America": https://oll.libertyfund.org/titles/democracy-in-america-english-edition-vol-1</div> </div> </div>

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What is Public History with Jake and Justin?

Welcome to Public History with Justin, Jake, and Molly - a podcast about how we share, interpret, and connect with the past. Each episode, we dig into how history is told in museums, historic sites, classrooms, and pop culture — and how storytelling can make the past relevant to the world we live in today.

Between us, we've spent years in the field — from leading tours on Civil War battlefields and preserving historic landscapes to interpreting the stories of America's industrial workers and sharing local history online. We've seen firsthand how public history shapes communities, sparks curiosity, and sometimes stirs debate.

Together, we'll talk with fellow historians, educators, and storytellers about how history reaches the public — on screen, on the ground, and everywhere in between. Through these conversations, we'll explore the ways history continues to inform who we are and who we want to be.

The thoughts and opinions shared here are our own and don't represent those of our employers or affiliated organizations.

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates bi-weekly.

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This podcast is available on 7 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

Does this podcast accept guests?

Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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