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Being Thomas Jefferson with Actor Steve Edenbo

Nov 7, 2023 · 1h 6m 43s
Being Thomas Jefferson with Actor Steve Edenbo
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In episode 12 of George Washington Slept Here, host Jason Raia and Thomas Jefferson actor-historian Steve Edenbo delve into the art of civil discourse and underline the importance of foundational...

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In episode 12 of George Washington Slept Here, host Jason Raia and Thomas Jefferson actor-historian Steve Edenbo delve into the art of civil discourse and underline the importance of foundational knowledge coupled with experiential learning. Steve, an interpreter at the American Historical Theatre, shares insights from his portrayal of historical figures, offering a unique lens through which to explore characters like Thomas Jefferson. Join us for a captivating discussion on the power of interpretation, the complexities of historical figures, and the impact of immersive education.

Quotes

"Engaging with good faith, even amid disagreements, is crucial. Civil discourse counters bad faith influence." -Steve Edenbo

"Interpretation in historical theater, like history itself, sparks discussions through careful study and preparation." -Steve Edenbo

Featured Guest

Steve Edenbo and American Historical Theatre

Social Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenedenbo/

Twitter/X: Thomas Jefferson (@thos_jefferson) / X (twitter.com) and Profile / X (twitter.com)

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/yourthomasjefferson and http://www.instagram.com/americanhistoricaltheatre/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/YourThomasJefferson and http://www.facebook.com/AHTheatre.org/

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
05:35 - A Family Tradition: Serving in the White House
09:14 - Unearthed Tapes: General Bradley's Late '70s Interviews
13:11 - Winston Churchill's Leadership Against European Threats
15:08 - Eisenhower's Emergence at the Tehran Conference
17:38 - Allied Perspectives: Winning the War with Strategy
23:04 - Escapee's Horrific Concentration Camp Tale
25:02 - Following American Liberators: A Personal Revelation
27:21 - Nazi Offer: Jews in Exchange for Allied Trucks
31:23 - America's Favor: The Price of Duty
34:58 - Living with Privilege: The Call to Responsibility
37:55 - A Silent Car Ride: Exploring Deeper Divisions Today
43:02 - Debating Contemporary Issues: Americans in Conversation
43:57 - Fukuyama's Essay on Western Capitalism
47:59 - Professional Insights into Election Strategies
53:18 - Outro

Produced by Heartcast Media
https://www.heartcastmedia.com
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Author Heartcast Media
Organization Molly Ruland
Website www.freedomsfoundation.org
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