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Addressing Gettysburg

Matthew Callery
Civil War
Gettysburg
Battle Of Gettysburg
Union Army
Confederate Army
Robert E. Lee
Pickett's Charge
Gettysburg Campaign
Cemetery Hill
Abraham Lincoln
Army Of the Potomac
Culp's Hill
Iron Brigade
Irish Brigade
John Gibbon
Little Round Top
Antietam
The Battle Of Gettysburg
American Civil War
Valley Forge

As seen on NBC's TODAY Show. Gettysburg's Flagship podcast dedicated to telling the stories of Gettysburg. The show has taken on a few different formats. 1. The Narrative episodes: Tell the history of the Gettysburg Campaign starting with the battle of Antietam, and going through the Battle of Gettysburg and beyond. These are researched and written with the help of local historians and will featur... more

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Recent Guests

Ken Gavin
Guest; seasoned historian presenting a Valley Forge field study tour
Valley Forge tour organizer; Digital History Pioneers Foundation fundraiser
Episode: Valley Forge Field Study with Ken Gavin- September 12-13, 2026 EXPLORE WITH US!
Eric Huston
Staff who handled permits and logistics
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Episode: Get Out of the Car FIELD TALKS- Decision Points- SICKLES!
Phil Spaugy
Civil War firearms enthusiast and author/expert
Guest on Addressing Gettysburg
Episode: Why Muskets and Other Small Arms Were Devastating at Gettysburg | Gettysburg163 | America250
Jason Hileman
Licensed battlefield guide with leadership-focused programs on the Gettysburg battlefield
Gettysburg Foundation; Higher Ground Leadership
Episode: Ask A Gettysburg Guide #132- Leadership Styles Lee vs Meade with Jasan Hileman
Dr. Matthew Lively
Author of Battlefield Forensics; physician specializing in internal medicine with a focus on forensic applications
Author, Battlefield Forensics ( forthcoming)
Episode: Forensic Science Comes to Gettysburg | Jennie Wade | Gettysburg163 | America250
Dr. Craig Miller
A vascular surgeon with a focus on Civil War wounds
Civil War Wounds and Surgery (Facebook page)
Episode: Civil War Wounds | Dr. Craig A Miller | Gettysburg163 | America250
Jeffrey Harding
Co-author, Weather historian; researcher on The Weather Gods Curse the Gettysburg Campaign
Gettysburg Museum of History; The Weather Gods Curse the Gettysburg Campaign
Episode: How Weather Affected the Gettysburg Campaign | Jon Nese & Jeffrey Harding | Gettysburg163
Jon Nese
Co-author, weather expert; co-host of Addressing Gettysburg project
Addressing Gettysburg; Gettysburg College
Episode: How Weather Affected the Gettysburg Campaign | Jon Nese & Jeffrey Harding | Gettysburg163
Jim Smith
Yankee Drummer, Vietnam War Navy veteran
Independent historian/drummer
Episode: Gettysburg163- Drummer Boys- America250 | Jim Smith

Host

Matt Callery
Host of Addressing Gettysburg

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 586 ratings
  • Skip

    Podcast is at best mediocre. Host is incredibly arrogant and annoying. There are better podcasts led by true licensed Gettysburg guides, who are far more knowledgeable, and who do not request patronage $ to share their expertise.

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    Tiberius Claudius
    United States19 days ago
  • Educational and Entertaining

    I can’t get enough of this show! Mike is the best!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BMcGee
    United States9 months ago
  • Long Live Bob!

    Bob Steenstra is the true hero of this podcast. Eloquent, encyclopedic, and engaging. Great guide. Give the man a Peabody Award already!

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    4
    Backwoods Guide
    United Statesa year ago
  • If you love the story, you will love this podcast-

    Amazing podcast. Knowledgeable guests; Matt is an excellent host with tremendous interviewing skills. I’ve been an amateur student of the Civil War for many years- yet I still learn fascinating details and nuances with each listen. My only regret is being a latecomer- but as a patron I have access to many hours of past programs to enjoy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ed K. in Ohio
    United States2 years ago
  • Great guests and topics

    But I find the host incredibly irritating.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    5 Travel Weary Cowboys
    United States2 years ago

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Audience finds the mix of on-site field content and expert analysis highly engaging and educational.
Fans appreciate the informal, conversational style and community feel, including Patreon perks.
Some listeners note strong host knowledge but have mixed feelings about paywalls and recurring guests.
Listeners praise deep historical insight and engaging interviews with guides and historians.

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#240
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Forensic Science Comes to Gettysburg | Jennie Wade | Gettysburg163 | America250
Q: How did Civil War surgeons handle anesthesia and infection control, and how does that differ from modern expectations?
Surgeons frequently used anesthesia like chloroform or ether and performed many amputations under anesthesia; infections were common because germ theory was not yet established, and sterility practices were limited. This contrasts with modern medicine, which emphasizes strict asepsis, antibiotics, and clearly defined trauma protocols.
Gettysburg163- Battle of Gettysburg Overview Live at Totem Pole Playhouse
Q: For people new to the battle, what does casualty mean?
Casualties include those killed, wounded, missing, or captured; in Gettysburg, roughly 24-25 thousand soldiers were killed or wounded on July 2 alone, with broader three-day totals around 50-51 thousand casualties.
Ask A Gettysburg Guide #125- The 1st Minnesota - with Ralph Siegel | America250
Q: Why are casualty numbers so contested for the First Minnesota?
Casualty figures vary by source (Lochren, Fox, Moe, etc.), and the numbers depend on how you count those wounded later, those captured, and those who died later; thus, historians warn against accepting a single fixed figure and stress the broader lesson about how numbers can mislead interpretations of valor.
Ask A Gettysburg Guide #126 | Lockwood's Brigade with Stuart Dempsey | America250
Q: What was Lockwood's leadership style during Gettysburg and how was he viewed by Ruger and Williams?
Lockwood was seen as capable and pragmatic, often deferring to the more experienced Ruger in the division arrangement, while maintaining an independent brigade command when needed; overall his conduct was viewed positively by Greene and Williams, though the rapid shift in command created some friction.
Raising the White Flag - David Silkenat
Q: What inspired you to explore the topic of surrender in the Civil War?
The idea that the Civil War had many surrenders that shaped its course, not just at famous sites but across many engagements, suggested a pattern worth analyzing to understand decisions, norms, and consequences.

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Addressing Gettysburg consistently centers historical interpretation of the Gettysburg Campaign through a blend of expert interviews, guided battlefield discussions, and on-site field storytelling. Episodes frequently feature licensed battlefield guides, historians, and subject-matter specialists who unpack leadership decisions, medical practices, weather impacts, and weaponry, often tying lessons to modern organizational thinking and public-history outreach. The show stands out for its participatory reader-patron content, on-site field talks, and a strong community around Gettysburg history, including frequent collaborations with local museums, guides, and archival researchers. Listeners can expect deep-dive historical analysis delivered i... more

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2. Eric Huston
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4. Jason Hileman
5. Dr. Matthew Lively
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7. Jeffrey Harding
8. Jon Nese

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