Think Humanities

Think Humanities

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Think Humanities episodes

  • Episode 172 - Michael Johnathon, Host Of Woodsongs Old - Time Radio Hour
    On this week's episode of THINK HUMANITIES Bill Goodman talks to a very special guest, Michael Johnathon. Johnathon is the host of Woodsongs Old-Time Radio Hour, a musician, painter, and recipient of the 2020 Milner Award. Johnathon talks about his latest album and what he's been working on since he was last on the podcast.
    THINK HUMANITIES is made possible by generous support from Spalding University.
    30 min
  • Episode 171 - D. Ralph Young, WWII Veteran and Author
    This week on THINK HUMANITIES host Bill Goodman talks to D. Ralph Young, a World War II veteran and author of a new book entitled "Forgotten Warriors II: Amphibious March Across the Pacific During WWII."
    THINK HUMANITIES is made possible with generous funding from Spalding University.
    35 min
  • Episode 169 - Celebrating Presidents' Day
    This year Presidents' Day is February 15, and the THINK HUMANITIES podcast is celebrating by talking to two presidential scholars. Host Bill Goodman talks to Warren Greer, Director of the Kentucky Lincoln Heritage Trail, and Sean "Jeff" McLaughlin, Special Collections & Exhibit Director at Murray State University, about Lincoln, Kennedy, and the evolving role of Presidents in American history.
    THINK HUMANITIES is made possible with generous funding from Spalding University.
    56 min
  • Episode 168 - George Wright, Professor of History
    THINK HUMANITIES is celebrating Black History Month on this week's episode. Bill Goodman talks to Dr. George Wright, Visiting Professor of History at the University of Kentucky, about the significance of Black History Month and what it means today.
    THINK HUMANITIES is made possible with generous funding from Spalding University.
    39 min
  • Episode 167 - Brien Lewis, President Of Transylvania University
    Our guest on this week's episode of THINK HUMANITIES is Brien Lewis, President of Transylvania University. Host Bill Goodman talks to President Lewis about his plans for Transylvania and how he and the school have navigated the pandemic.
    THINK HUMANITIES is made possible by generous funding from Spalding University.
    40 min
  • Episode 166 - Museum On Main Street, Crossroads: Change in Rural America
    This week's episode of THINK HUMANITIES is all about Museum on Main Street (MoMS), traveling exhibitions from the Smithsonian that bring thoughtful, high-quality exhibits to small towns around the country. The River Discovery Center in Paducah is currently hosting the exhibit "Crossroads: Change in Rural America" until February 13th. Host Bill Goodman talks to Carol Harsh, Director of Musuem on Main Street for the Smithsonian, and to Julie Harris, Director of the River Discover Center in Paducah, about past and present exhibits and the impact of the travelling exhibits on local communities.
    THINK HUMANITIES is made possible by generous support from Spalding University.
    47 min
  • Episode 165 - Michael Jones, Kentucky Chautauqua Actor
    This week on THINK HUMANITIES host Bill Goodman talks to Kentucky Humanities' newest Kentucky Chautauqua character. Michael Jones plays Colonel Charles Young, the third African American to graduate from the United States Military Academy at West Point. Jones talks about his work in historic preservation, how he became interested in Col. Young, and performs a short section from his script as Charles Young.
    THINK HUMANITIES is made possible by generous funding from Spalding University.
    39 min
  • Episode 164 - Donnie Piercey, 2021 Kentucky Teacher of the Year
    After a brief holiday break, THINK HUMANITIES resumes its weekly podcasts with this newest episode featuring Donnie Piercey. Piercey was recently named the 2021 Kentucky Teacher of the Year. Host Bill Goodman interviews Piercey about his work, this award, and how he has risen to the challenges of teaching during the time of COVID.
    THINK HUMANITIES is made possible with generous funding from Spalding University.
    36 min
  • Episode 163 - Dan Gediman, Producer of The Reckoning Radio Show And Podcast
    Dan Gediman is Bill's guest on this week's episode of THINK HUMANITIES. Dan Gediman produces The Reckoning, a public radio and podcast series which traces the history and lasting impact of slavery in America by looking at how the institution unfolded in Kentucky. To listen to the series, visit reckoningradio.org.
    THINK HUMANITIES is made possible by generous funding from Spalding University.
    38 min

About Think Humanities

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Kentucky Humanities is an independent, nonprofit affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities in Washington, D.C. The Council is supported by the National Endowment and by private contributions. We are not a state agency, and we receive no state funds, but we are proud partners with Kentucky's cultural, heritage, arts, and tourism agencies.