These past few weeks, we have been talking through some of the different ways we can use technology as Public Historians and its limitations. It seems somehow appropriate that my own devices have chosen this week to underscore the limitations of technology. It started with my laptop, which beeped alarmingly at the beginning of a … Continue reading Technology as a tool for Public History: Can’t Live With it, Can’t Live Without it.
“Fate is Inexorable.” A Conversation with Bernard Cornwell, and the Making of a Podcast
This week has been completely surreal. I recorded an interview with Bernard Cornwell for my podcast this morning. For those who may not be familiar with him, he is a prolific internationally famous author of historical fiction. I counted up his books as I was making my final preparations last night. He has published 59 … Continue reading “Fate is Inexorable.” A Conversation with Bernard Cornwell, and the Making of a Podcast
The Road Less Traveled – Finding My Way
In the coming weeks, I plan to focus this blog more on coursework and ongoing projects. But in my introductory week to Public History, I find myself reflecting on how I have come to find myself here. It certainly has not been a clear and steady path, and I have definitely grown an attachment to … Continue reading The Road Less Traveled – Finding My Way
Hooked on History by Heather Wilson 