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"Philadelphia: A Narrative History" with Paul Kahan 51:57

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Philadelphia is famous for its colonial and revolutionary buildings and artifacts, but Philadelphia existed long before the Liberty Bell was first rung, and its history extends well beyond the American Revolution.This book presents a comprehensive portrait of the city, from the region's original Lenape inhabitants to the myriad of residents in the …

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S3 E9 Guest: actor/activist Amiée Conn 52:29

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Recorded Sep 19, 2024. On this episode of the Bill Alexander Show, Bill talks with actor/activist Amiée Conn about the 2024 election and society. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-bill-alexander-show/support

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S3 E8 Guest: Savannah Hauk 51:23

16d ago51:23

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Recorded Aug 10, 2024. On this episode of the Bill Alexander Show, Bill talks with Savannah Hauk. Savannah is a life-long crossdresser who began experimenting with feminine clothing at the age of 6-years-old, I grew up with the inherent understanding I was different than the other kids in the neighborhood. I grew up without the ability to easily fi…

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S3 E7 Guest comedian Geri Jewel 31:31

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Aug 7, 2024On this episode of the Bill Alexander Show, Bill talks with Geri Jewell. Geri is best known as Cousin Geri on the NBC sitcom, The Facts of Life. She was the first person with a disability to have a regular role on a prime-time series. She began her career doing stand-up comedy at the Comedy Store in 1978. In 1980 she performed at the 2nd…

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S3 E6 Guest: author William Keck 36:56

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Recorded July 19, 2024. On this episode of The Bill Alexander Show, Bill talks with William Keck about his book "When You Step Upon A Star". When You Step Upon A Star: Cringeworthy Confessions of a Tabloid Bad Boy is a humorous, yet brutally honest-tell-all from a reformed National Enquirer bad boy who exposed celebrities' private lives while harbo…

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S3 E5 Guests: authors Andrea Balis & Elizabeth Levy 40:39

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Recorded Jul 10, 2024. On this episode Bill talks with Andrea Balis & Elizabeth Levy about their book Witch Hunt. https://www.amazon.com/Witch-Hunt-Col....A cutting-edge look into a pivotal moment in US history: McCarthy's infamous "witch hunt" for communists during the 1950's Red Scare.At the cusp of the Cold War, Americans were so afraid of commu…

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S3 E4 Guest: Dean Butler 30:02

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Recorded Jul 2, 2024. On this episode of the Bill Alexander Show, Bill talks with actor Dean Butler and his new book Prairie Man: My Little House Life and Beyond. An illuminating, insider’s journey through the world of Little House on the Prairie and beyond, from Dean Butler, who starred as Almanzo Wilder, the man Laura “Half Pint” Ingalls married—…

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"Voices from Gettysburg" with Allen Guelzo 57:51

4M ago57:51

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Gathering a treasure trove of powerful, rare, and haunting original documents, New York Times bestselling author and award-winning historian Allen C. Guelzo presents a uniquely readable and intimate oral history of the Civil War's turning point. We hear from a Union staff officer, a Confederate amputee, artilleryman, a sympathetic Northern woman, a…

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"Pennsylvania Government and Politics" with Thomas Baldino and Paula Duda Holoviak 57:18

5M ago57:18

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This book provides a comprehensive examination of the Keystone State's formal and informal political institutions and players, past and present, and elucidates the place each holds in governing the commonwealth today. Covering a period of more than three hundred years, this volume presents a clear and succinct overview of the commonwealth's politic…

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"Work, Fight, Or Play Ball" with William Ecenbarger 48:07

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In 1918, Bethlehem Steel started the world's greatest industrial baseball league. Appealing to Major League Baseball players looking to avoid service in the Great War, teams employed "ringers" like Babe Ruth, Rogers Hornsby, and Shoeless Joe Jackson in what became scornfully known as "safe shelter" leagues. pcntv.com/donate pcntv.com/membership-sig…

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"Gen X Pittsburgh" with David Rullo 57:39

6M ago57:39

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Beginning in the early 1990s, Pittsburgh's South Side neighborhood began to transform from the post-industrial morass it had been suffering for the last few decades. Artists began to rent empty apartments, what were once shot-and-a-beer bars became hip dive bars and entrepreneurs found inexpensive real estate to follow their visions. It was in this…

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"Harrisburg in WWI and the 1918 Pandemic" with Rodney Ross 52:13

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In 1917, at the start of World War I, among global war and a global pandemic, Harrisburgers stepped up and served. The city experienced tribulations as residents feared espionage, suspected foreigners and demanded loyalty. Hospitals struggled with the 1918 flu at their doorstep. Join author Rodney Ross as he charts the World War I era and the Harri…

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"George Washington in the French & Indian War" with Scott Patchan 56:42

7M ago56:42

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George Washington has frequently been criticized for his first military campaign, which sparked the French and Indian War. While his campaign failed to meet its objectives, Washington experienced his first taste of military command, dealing with situations that ultimately proved beyond his control, and learned lessons that made him into the man who…

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"The Game that Saved the NHL" with Ed Gruver 57:20

8M ago57:20

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In late 1975 and early 1976, at the height of the Cold War, two of the Soviet Union's long-dominant national hockey teams traveled to North America to play an eight-game series against the best teams in the National Hockey League. The culmination of the "Super Series" was reigning Soviet League champion HC CSKA Moscow's face-off against the defendi…

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"Telling of the Anthracite" with Philip Mosley 59:06

8M ago59:06

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"Telling of the Anthracite" explores the various ways in which anthracite history has been represented and remembered since 1960, the chosen date for the start of the "posthistorical" era coinciding approximately with the Knox mine disaster (1959) and the beginning of the Centralia mine fire (1962-), two cataclysmic and fateful events that symboliz…

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"That Our Daughters May Be as Cornerstones" with Chad Leinaweaver 50:40

9M ago50:40

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Irving College was the first college to offer degrees in the arts and sciences to women and that two of its buildings still stand to this day. Named after famed author Washington Irving, this college for women was part of a nationwide trend in the nineteenth century to finally educate women, but a trend that was always fraught with opposition. pcnt…

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"On a Great Battlefield" with Jennifer Murray 57:13

9M ago57:13

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Of the more than seventy sites associated with the Civil War era that the National Park Service manages, none hold more national appeal and recognition than Gettysburg National Military Park. In "On a Great Battlefield," Jennifer M. Murray chronicles the administration of the National Park Service and how it educates the public about the battle and…

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"Emotional Brandywine" with Karl Kuerner & Bruce Mowday 57:06

11M ago57:06

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The September 11, 1777, battle of Brandywine, a defeat for General George Washington, is too often forgotten by historians. Brandywine was one of the most important engagements of the war, also the largest land battle. Lafayette began his rise to an American hero that afternoon when he shed his blood for American freedom. Artist Karl J. Kuerner and…

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"Youghiogheny: Appalachian River" with Tim Palmer 57:09

11M ago57:09

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Turbulent rapids and wild shorelines of the Youghiogheny River highlight natural wonders of the Appalachian Mountains, and midway on the stream's revealing path, Ohiopyle State Park is a showcase of beauty and has become a recreational hotspot where the river thunders over its iconic falls and cascades through the wooded gorges of Pennsylvania. Now…

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S3 E3 Guest: acting coach Jocelyn Jones 55:59

11M ago55:59

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On this episode of The Bill Alexander Show, Bill talks with actress and acting coach Jocelyn Jones talks about her acting career, her life as an acting coach, and her new book "Artist: Awakening the Spirit Within". Jocelyn Jones is an actress who lives in Santa Monica, California.Born in New York City, Jones is the daughter of Tony Award-winning, a…

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S3 E2 Guest: Victoria Valentino 1:32:14

12M ago1:32:14

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On this episode The Bill Alexander Show, Bill talks with September 1963 Playmate Victoria Valentino about how her career path changed after becoming a Playmate. She talks about being a Bill Cosby (rape) Survivor. Her recording deal with Capitol Records in 1969, and the drowning of her 6-year-old son. Her book "Dirty Diamonds: The Repurposed Life of…

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S3 E1: Guest: Micheal Gutenplan - Master Mentalist, Third- Generation Psychic, and Entertainer. 46:30

1y ago46:30

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On this episode of the Bill Alexander Show, Bill talks with Micheal Gutenplan - Master Mentalist, Third- Generation Psychic, and Entertainer.A third-generation psychic, Michael has over 23 years of professional experience in the world of entertainment. A world-class entertainer, he knows how to engage and captivate the most sophisticated and hardes…

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"The Philadelphia Campaign, 1777" with Michael Harris 53:11

1y ago53:11

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The British Army in North America conducted two campaigns in 1777. John Burgoyne led one army south from Canada to seize control of the Lake Champlain-Hudson River corridor resulting in the battle of Saratoga. Rather than assist Burgoyne's campaign, William Howe led his army from New York City on the Philadelphia campaign. Although Howe captured Ph…

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"If We Are Striking for Pennsylvania" Volume 2 with Scott Mingus & Eric Wittenberg 57:23

1y ago57:23

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The first installment (June 3-22, 1863) carried the armies through the defining mounted clash at Battle of Brandy Station, after which Lee pushed his corps into the Shenandoah Valley and achieved the magnificent victory at Second Winchester on his way to the Potomac. Caught flat-footed, Maj. Gen. Joseph Hooker used his cavalry to probe the mountain…

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"Prisoners of Congress" with Norman Donoghue 53:11

1y ago53:11

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In 1777, Congress labeled Quakers who would not take up arms in support of the War of Independence as "the most Dangerous Enemies America knows" and ordered Pennsylvania and Delaware to apprehend them. In response, Keystone State officials sent twenty men-seventeen of whom were Quakers-into exile, banishing them to Virginia, where they were held fo…

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"Digging in the City of Brotherly Love" (2nd Edition) with Rebecca Yamin 56:49

1y ago56:49

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Historic Philadelphia has long yielded archaeological treasures from its past. Excavations required by the National Historic Preservation Act have recovered pottery shards, pots, plates, coins, bones, and other artifacts relating to early life in the city. This updated edition of Digging in the City of Brotherly Love continues to use archaeology to…

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George Marshall's "Memoirs of My Services in the World War, 1917-1918" with Tom Bruscino 1:53:09

1+ y ago1:53:09

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George Marshall was one of America's most significant statesmen during the mid twentieth century. He was born and raised in Uniontown, PA and attended VMI before earning a commission in the U.S. Army in 1902. During World War II he led the Army as Chief of Staff and after the war served as Secretary of State where he initiated the Marshall Plan for…

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"George Nakashima Woodworkers Process Book" with Mira Nakashima 50:25

1+ y ago50:25

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George Nakashima began his furniture business as a reactionary movement against the practice of 20th century "modern" architecture, design, and art. With a solid background in architectural history and design, engineering and building practice, George turned towards a simpler life in which direct contact with materials, tools, clients, and craftsme…

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"The Whiskey Rebellion" with Brady Crytzer 57:28

1+ y ago57:28

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In March 1791 Treasury Secretary Alexander Hamilton shocked the western frontier when he proposed a domestic excise tax on whiskey to balance America's national debt. As the months passed however the people of Western Pennsylvania grew restless with the inadequacy of the government's response and they soon turned to more violent means of political …

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"Are All Politics Nationalized?" with Stephen Medvic, Matthew Schousen, and Berwood Yost 58:07

1+ y ago58:07

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Given the news media's focus on national issues and debates, voters might be expected to make decisions about state and local candidates based on their views of the national parties and presidential candidates. The editors and contributors of this book examine the 2020 elections in six Pennsylvania districts to explore the level of nationalization …

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"Small-Town Cops in the Crosshairs" with Bruce Mowday 55:50

1+ y ago55:50

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The sniper killings of Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, policemen William Davis and Richard Posey shocked the American public in November 1972 and garnered national coverage on the major news networks at the time. Fifty years later, this book, the first to cover the slayings, details the cold-blooded ambush of the two small-town law enforcement office…

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"American Ramble" with Neil King 57:15

1+ y ago57:15

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A memoir about a 330-mile walk from Washington, D.C., to New York City - an unforgettable pilgrimage to the heart of America across some of our oldest common ground. Neil King Jr.'s desire to walk from Washington, D.C., to New York City began as a whim and soon became an obsession as he was determined to rediscover what matters in life and to see o…

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"Donora Death Fog" with Andy McPhee 57:54

1+ y ago57:54

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In October 1948, a seemingly average fog descended on the tiny mill town of Donora, Pennsylvania. With a population of fewer than fifteen thousand, the town's main industry was steel and zinc mills—mills that continually emitted pollutants into the air. The six-day smog event left twenty-one people dead and thousands sick. Even after the fog lifted…

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"Surviving the Winters" with Steven Elliott 58:53

1+ y ago58:53

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George Washington and his Continental Army braving the frigid winter at Valley Forge form an iconic image in the popular history of the American Revolution. Exploring the inner workings of the Continental Army through the prism of its encampments, this book is the first to show how camp construction and administration played a crucial role in Patri…

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"Joe Louis vs. Billy Conn" with Ed Gruver 58:26

1+ y ago58:26

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During the memorable summer of 1941, no sports story loomed larger than Joe Louis versus Billy Conn, the hard-hitting heavyweight champion, Detroit's "Brown Bomber," battling the stylish and cocky "Pittsburgh Kid." Considered one of the greatest matches in boxing history, the fight saw the underdog Conn well ahead on points until Louis knocked him …

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"A Most Gallant Resistance" with James McIntyre 57:08

1+ y ago57:08

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The Delaware River defenses played a crucial role for the Americans in Philadelphia during the American War of Independence in 1777. Maintaining the integrity of the river defenses involved an attritional campaign waged by an intrepid group of defenders which brought together the efforts of the Continental Army, the Continental Navy and the Pennsyl…

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"Vigilance" with Andrew Diemer 58:56

1+ y ago58:56

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The remarkable and inspiring story of William Still, an unknown abolitionist who dedicated his life to managing a critical section of the Underground Railroad in Philadelphia. Learn the full range of Still's life and accomplishments. pcntv.com/donate pcntv.com/membership-signup pcntv.comAv PCN - Pennsylvania Cable Network

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"Street Diplomacy" with Elliott Drago 57:19

1+ y ago57:19

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Although Philadelphia's Black community lived in a free city in a free state, they faced constant threats to their personal safety and freedom. The political and physical conflicts that arose over fugitive slave removals and the kidnappings of free Black people forced Philadelphians to confront the politics of slavery. pcntv.com/donate pcntv.com/me…

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S2 E15 Guest: filmmaker David Millbern 42:24

1+ y ago42:24

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On this episode of The Bill Alexander Show, Bill talks with Emmy-winning actor-producer David Millbern about his documentary, the critically acclaimed "100 Years of Men in Love: The Accidental Collection" and it's newly discovered imagery that is already reaching iconic stature, which is a documentary focusing on a unique, moving and joy-filled col…

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"American Sirens" with Kevin Hazzard 55:42

1+ y ago55:42

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Until the 1970s, if you suffered a medical crisis, your chances of survival were minimal. But that all changed with Freedom House EMS in Pittsburgh, a group of Black men who became America's first paramedics. pcntv.com/donate pcntv.com/membership-signup pcntv.comAv PCN - Pennsylvania Cable Network

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S2 E14 Guest: acclaimed intuitive, medium and animal communicator Terri Jay 33:18

1+ y ago33:18

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On this episode of The Bill Alexander Show, Bill talks with acclaimed intuitive, medium, and animal communicator Terri Jay about her talents and her appearance in the Peacock Series "Paul T. Goldman". Terri Jay has been doing readings by phone around the world for over 30 years. “I do everything except predictions and police work,” Jay shared. “Eve…

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"Feeding Washington's Army" with Ricardo Herrera 57:16

2y ago57:16

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In this major new history of the Continental Army's Grand Forage of 1778, award-winning military historian Ricardo A. Herrera uncovers what daily life was like for soldiers during the darkest and coldest days of the American Revolution: the Valley Forge winter. Here, the army launched its largest and riskiest operation to feed itself and prevent st…

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S2 E13 Guest: author Seana Zelazo 53:01

2y ago53:01

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On this episode of The Bill Alexander Show, Bill talks with author and Licensed Social Worker Seana Zelazo about her new book "The Way of Inanna: A Heroine’s Guide to Living Unapologetically" Over 4000 years ago in ancient Sumer, some of the first mythographers inscribed the stories and myths of the Goddess Inanna on clay tablets in cuneiform. Thes…

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"All Roads Led to Gettysburg" with Troy Harman 58:46

2y ago58:46

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Most Civil War battles occurred along major roads, railroads, and waterways; the armies needed to move men and equipment, and they needed water for men and horses. And yet this perspective hasn't been fully explored when it comes to Gettysburg, until now. pcntv.com/donate pcntv.com/membership-signup pcntv.com…

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S2 E12 Guest: actor and impressionist Jim Meskimen 32:14

2y ago32:14

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On this episode of The Bill Alexander Show, Bill talks with actor, improviser, and voice artist Jim Meskimen about his life and career. Jim Meskimen is an accomplished actor, improviser, and voice artist whose work is well-known to TV and film audiences. He appeared on the British series Whose Line Is It Anyway? (1988) several times, and was a recu…

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S2 E11 Guest: Jeffery Sitcov of DoorsofChange.org 29:46

2y ago29:46

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On this episode of The Bill Alexander Show, Bill talks with Founder and President Jeffery Sitcov of Doors of Change. Doors of Change™ has been transforming the lives of homeless youth, one young person at a time. Originally called Photocharity, the 501(c)(3) has raised over $4.7 million. For more than 20 years we have helped place over 2,200 homele…

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"If We Are Striking for Pennsylvania" with Scott Mingus & Eric Wittenberg 57:43

2y ago57:43

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Gen. Robert E. Lee began moving part of his Army of Northern Virginia from the Old Dominion toward Pennsylvania on June 3, 1863. Lee believed his army needed to win a major victory on Northern soil if the South was to have a chance at winning the war. Transferring the fighting out of war-torn Virginia would allow the state time to heal while he sup…

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S2 E10 Guest: author Justin Burke 51:16

2y ago51:16

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On this episode of The Bill Alexander Show, Bill talks with author Justin Burke about his new book "Of Good Courage: The Incredible True Story of Lt. Merle D. Green and the Green Hornets". Of Good Courage is a riveting look into the extraordinary story of Merle D. Green and the airmen who flew the B-17, Green Hornets. Based on recently discovered d…

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"River Boots" with Robert Lynn Steiner 56:35

2y ago56:35

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River Boots is a career synopsis, a training manual, a history book and one conservation officer's slightly twisted view of a quarter century in the business. It is a sometimes "belly laughing" look at a profession that can turn deadly serious in a second and can leave tears running down your face from laughter a few minutes later. The 253 stories …

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S2 E9 Guest: Kim Smith of the Heart of Appalachia 50:31

2y ago50:31

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On this episode of The Bill Alexander Show, Bill talks with Kim Smith of the Heart of Appalachia, about all the activities that Western Virginia has to offer. Heart of Appalachia is a regional tourism authority created in 2003 to market the outdoor recreation, events, and attractions of the 7 coalfield counties of Buchanan, Dickenson, Lee, Russell,…

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