On this week’s show we will explore the life of one of the country’s most important and influential Founding Fathers, Alexander Hamilton; his life in New York City; and his influence and those of his contemporaries on the city that would become the financial and commercial capital of the United States. My guests will be Rediscovering New York regular Joyce Gold of Joyce Gold History Tours; and historian, writer and Curator Steven Jaffe.Tune in for this fascinating conversation at TalkRadio.nyc or watch the Facebook Livestream by clicking here.Show NotesSegment 1Jeff welcomes Joyce Gold to the show. Joyce is a recognized educator and has published two tour books on New York City. Joyce explains how she became interested in NYC history. Jeff and Joyce begin by talking about what made Alexander Hamilton such a famous New York figure. Jeff then asks about where Hamilton was initially born and how he made it to New York. This leads them to discuss how Hamilton got involved with the military. Jeff then explains Hamilton’s history in law and politics and asks Joyce about his role in opening Columbia University and the Bank of New York.  Segment 2Jeff begins by asking Joyce about her tour guide business and how she designs them. He then asks about Hamilton’s relationship with New York’s Jewish community. He goes on to ask how Hamilton became the first Secretary of State. Jeff then explains how New York was America’s capital before Washington, D.C, and why it was chosen initially. Joyce and Jeff discuss Hamilton’s New York associates and friends. They move on to talking about Hamilton’s death and his duel with Aaron Bur. They then discuss what Hamilton’s wife Eliza’s life was like after his death. Jeff moves on to talk about Hamilton’s children and their lives. They end by talking about the places where Hamilton lived that can still be visited in New York today. Segment 3Jeff introduces his second guest Steven Jaffe who is a historian and author. Steven starts by explaining his New York City upbringing and passion for history. Jeff begins by asking about what New York was like after the Revolutionary War. He follows up by talking about Hamilton’s vision for New York. They talk about how New York was occupied by the British for the majority of the war and the rebuilding process after it ended. Steven talks about how New York became one of the most important cities during early American history.Segment 4Jeff begins by asking Steven about the publication of his book Capital of Capital. Jeff then asks about Hamilton’s friend Robert Fulton who was an inventor and artist. Steven then talks about Jeremiah Thompson who was known as the pioneer of the package ship. Steven talks about how Thompson revolutionized transatlantic commerce. Jeff and Steven then talk about DeWitt Clinton, who was a mayor and governor of New York. Stephen goes through how DeWitt helped get New York’s first canal built, which lead to the city prospering.