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Armchair Historians

Anne Marie Cannon
Keith Reinhard
Tom Young
River Thames
World War II
The Nazis
World War I
Silver Plume
Dark Side Of the Mountain
Amityville Haunting
Mudlarking
Belgium
Belgian Civilians
Rehearsals, the German Army In Belgium, August, 1914
My Amityville Horror
Daniel Lutz
Eric Walter
Roman Artifacts
Rocky Mountain
Colorado
Pittsburgh

What's your favorite history? Each interview on this podcast begins with this one question. Our guests are people who like history and get really excited about a particular time, place or person from our distant or not so distant past. The jumping off point is the place where our they became curious then entered the rabbit hole into discovery through scholarly research, pop culture, documentaries,... more

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This week’s Rewind episode brings back one of our most memorable conversations—perfect for anyone who’s ever felt that jolt of wonder holding a fragment of the past. Anne Marie sits down with noted mudlark Jason Sandy—member of the So... more

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In this special Halloween edition minisode, host Anne Marie Cannon continues her conversation with documentary filmmaker Eric Walter, diving into the making of his award-winning film My Amityville Horror.

In the documentary, Daniel L... more

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Every town has its ghosts. For the quiet Colorado mining town of Silver Plume, those ghosts are real people who vanished without a trace.

In this two-part Halloween special of Armchair Historians, host Anne Marie Cannon talks with aw... more

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This is part one of an interview Anne Marie did in 2020. Sadly, shortly after the interview, Jeff Lipkes passed away. This episode is dedicated to him.

Jeff Lipkes was born and raised in Los Angeles and educated at U.C. Berkeley and ... more

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Recent Guests

Eric Walter
Award-winning director, editor, and documentary filmmaker
Episode: Eric Walter, Dark Side of the Mountain, The Disappearance of Keith Reinhard
Jeff Lipkes
Author of 'Rehearsals, The German Army in Belgium, August, 1914'
Episode: Last Train Leaving Belgium, Part 2: Jeff Lipkes

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Anne Marie Cannon
Host of interviews focused on diverse historical perspectives, engaging with guests who share their personal connections to history.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 45 ratings
  • Anne Marie interviews some fascinating people on her show - from trained historians to your "average" amateur historian. Each episode covers a new topic or time in history, and I walk away learning something new every time I listen. If you love hearing about a variety of historic topics from a range of different people, this is the podcast for you.

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    5
    yeoldecrime
    4 years ago
  • Anne Marie, great host & subjects

    Love the podcast and I’m sure other enthusiastic and curious history lovers will too! Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CW VanDeusen
    United States4 years ago
  • Personalized History!

    It’s history told from the perspectives of real human beings. Some are legit historians while others are laypeople. I like the inclusivity there. This show is for everyone. And it’s educational. It’s fascinating and diverse, and I think it’s a great concept over all.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Potato Lady Bex
    United States5 years ago
  • Personalized history! It’s history told from the perspectives of real human beings. Some are legit historians while others are laypeople. It’s fascinating and diverse, and I think it’s a great concept over all.

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    5
    Potato Lady Bex Goos
    5 years ago
  • History - while filled with facts, data and events - is infinitely personal. Each moment, each person has a different impact depending on your own personal experience and exposure to history. And it's this personal touch and discussion that makes Armchair Historians such a wonderful and pleasurable podcast. History is not - and should not be - relegated to books and professors. It is for everyone and Armchair Historians searches to highlight each of their guests personal connection to and love o... more

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    5
    Alycia
    5 years ago

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The host is praised for her ability to create a welcoming atmosphere for guests, resulting in captivating discussions.
Listeners appreciate the engaging storytelling and personal connections made to historical events. They find the content to be both educational and entertaining, remarking how it introduces them to new perspectives on history.
The variety of topics and guests keeps the content fresh, attracting a wide audience of history buffs and those casually interested in past events.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Jason Sandy: How A Riverbed Became The Largest Open-Air Museum In London
Q: What is your favorite history?
Jason shares his obsession with mudlarking and history, particularly focusing on Roman artifacts and their significance.
Last Train Leaving Belgium, Part 2: Jeff Lipkes
Q: Did I leave anything out or get anything wrong in that intro?
Lipkes felt a tinge of guilt about a book he put aside for a while and mentioned working on a project about contemporary antisemitism.
Eric Walter, Dark Side of the Mountain, The Disappearance of Keith Reinhard
Q: Are we going to find out new things that we don't know? Is there new information coming out in the documentary?
Yes, the documentary is entitled Dark Side of the Mountain based on a line from Keith's Guy Gipson story, and obviously, that's where Tom Young lived on the Dark Side of the Mountain, on Pendleton Mountain.
Eric Walter, Dark Side of the Mountain, The Disappearance of Keith Reinhard
Q: What is your favorite history that we're going to be talking about today?
So have at it, tell us about your favorite history.

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This show centers around compelling interviews with individuals who share their deep passions for specific historical topics, places, or figures. Each episode begins with the host asking guests about their favorite aspect of history, which serves as a springboard for engaging discussions. The conversations often explore how guests' interest in history has developed, incorporating elements from scholarly research, popular culture, and personal anecdotes. The unique aspect of this content lies in its focus on diverse perspectives, allowing listeners to appreciate history not merely from traditional narratives but through the lens of personal connection and curiosity.

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