Rephonic
Artwork for Civil War Talk Radio

Civil War Talk Radio

Gerry Prokopowicz
Civil War
Gettysburg
Antietam
Reconstruction
Alabama
First Alabama Cavalry
Union Soldiers
Sedimentary Geology
Slavery
Sherman's March To the Sea
Southern Unionists
Dunning School
American History
Union Ninth Corps
Historical Memory
Winston County
John Newman Edwards
Fort Sumter
Hunley
Fort Fisher

CWTR is a weekly, hour long, intenet-based talk radio show hosted by Gerry Prokopowicz of East Carolina University. Each week, Gerry interviews leading historians, authors, enthusiasts, etc. on all things Civil War related.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes957Founded15 years ago
Number of ListenersCategory
Education

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Civil War Talk Radio

Latest Episodes

Lindsay Rae Smith Privette, author of "The Surgeons Battle: How Medicine Won the Vicksburg Campaign and Changed the Civil War."

Joseph Stahl and Matthew Borders, authors of "Faces of Union Soldiers at Antietam and Faces of Union Soldiers at Culps Hill."

John M. Kinder and Jennifer M. Murray, editors of "They Are Dead and Yet They Live: Civil War Memories in a Polarized America."

Sarah Jones Weicksel, author of "A Nation Unraveled: Clothing, Culture, and Violence in the American Civil War Era."

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Emerging Civil War
Emerging Civil WarEmerging Civil War
The Antietam and Beyond Podcast
The Antietam and Beyond PodcastTom McMillan and John Banks
Civil War Talk Radio
Civil War Talk RadioGerry Prokopowicz
Civil War Breakfast Club
Civil War Breakfast Clubcivilwarbreakfastclub

Recent Guests

Lindsay Rae Smith Privette
Author of The Surgeons Battle, Professor at Anderson University
Anderson University
Episode: 2219-Lindsay Rae Smith Privette-The Surgeons Battle: How Medicine Won the Vicksburg Campaign and Changed the Civil War
Joseph Stahl
Author and volunteer battlefield guide at Antietam and Harper's Ferry
Episode: 2218-Joseph Stahl and Matthew Borders-Faces of Union Soldiers at Antietam and Faces of Union Soldiers at Culps Hill
Matthew Borders
Author with a focus on historic preservation and battlefield interpretation
Episode: 2218-Joseph Stahl and Matthew Borders-Faces of Union Soldiers at Antietam and Faces of Union Soldiers at Culps Hill
Sarah Jones Weicksel
Historian and executive director of the American Historical Association
American Historical Association
Episode: 2216-Sarah Jones Weicksel-A Nation Unraveled: Clothing, Culture, and Violence in the American Civil War Era.
Rob Edwards
Writer and author of 'Defiant: The Story of Robert Smalls'
Episode: 2215-Rob Edwards-Defiant: The Story of Robert Smalls
Edwin P. Rutan II
Retired lawyer and author
Episode: 2214-Edwin P. Rutan II-High-Bounty Men in the Army of the Potomac: Reclaiming Their Honor
Matthew Pinsker
Professor of American Civil War History
Dickinson College
Episode: 2213-Matthew Pinsker-Boss Lincoln: The Partisan Life of Abraham Lincoln
Jon M. Nese
Professor in the Department of Meteorology and Atmospheric Science at Penn State.
Penn State University
Episode: 2212-Jeffrey J. Harding and Jon M. Nese-The Weather Gods Curse the Gettysburg Campaign
Jeffrey J. Harding
Gettysburg licensed battlefield guide and co-author of the book.
Episode: 2212-Jeffrey J. Harding and Jon M. Nese-The Weather Gods Curse the Gettysburg Campaign

Host

Gerry Prokopowicz
Historian and host of a long-running, reputation-based interview series on Civil War history; focuses on books, archival work, and scholarly discussion.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 324 ratings
  • Trouble Staying on Topic

    Civil War Talk Radio has excellent shows with amazing guest! Gerry has trouble getting to and staying on topic. Large amounts of the show have nothing to do with the subject matter. With that being said, the history itself is amazing!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    marcstephen
    United States8 months ago
  • Very good podcast

    Great history podcast 🎊🎊🎊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matthew.podcadtlistener
    United States8 months ago
  • Ignore the Bad Reviews

    Seriously, ignore the bad reviews. I just read them all myself and they boil down to “he [the host] is injecting his politics into the show,” or “this show is too political.” No, it is not too political.

    Furthermore, the Civil War is the true founding of this nation—ground zero for almost any issue the country faces today can be found in the Civil War Era. Of course politics will come up when talking about the Civil War of all subjects, or when a president decides to cut all funding to Voice of... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SouthernUnionist
    United States8 months ago
  • Unfortunate

    I used to love this show. I came here for the history. Enjoyed the host as well. Unfortunately, you are seemingly injecting more and more politics into this which I am not enjoying. I came first the history and find myself leaving because of politics.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Lodiarmy
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great podcast

    Thanks for all the interesting history

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rich Houston
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some reviews note strong opening monologues and a balanced approach that engages audiences across political spectrums.
Listeners often praise the depth of historical discussion and the quality of guests.
Overall sentiment tends to be positive among history enthusiasts and scholars seeking detailed scholarly conversations.
A recurring critique mentions sound quality or pacing, but the historical content is frequently highlighted as a major strength.

Top Education Podcasts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

2216-Sarah Jones Weicksel-A Nation Unraveled: Clothing, Culture, and Violence in the American Civil War Era.
Q: Where in 1861 did all these uniforms come from?
They were produced by communities and local manufacturers, with efforts made by women in households and other means.
2216-Sarah Jones Weicksel-A Nation Unraveled: Clothing, Culture, and Violence in the American Civil War Era.
Q: What led you to write a book based on clothing?
Initially focused on looting during the Civil War but shifted to clothing after finding its importance in letters and historical sources.
2214-Edwin P. Rutan II-High-Bounty Men in the Army of the Potomac: Reclaiming Their Honor
Q: What about desertion?
Desertion rates were indeed higher for soldiers who enlisted later, but it's important to understand that not all deserters were shirking; some had valid reasons, like family emergencies.
2214-Edwin P. Rutan II-High-Bounty Men in the Army of the Potomac: Reclaiming Their Honor
Q: Ed, why did these guys get such a bad rep? Where does it come from historically?
The bad reputation of late joiners stems from veterans' traditional enmity for new recruits who hadn't endured similar hardships and were perceived as benefiting from increased bounties offered to join later in the war.
2215-Rob Edwards-Defiant: The Story of Robert Smalls
Q: How do you ensure the accuracy of historical details in the graphic novel?
Edwards mentioned he relied on consultation with Robert Smalls' descendants and historical research to ensure the narrative was consistent and accurate, blending fact with engaging storytelling.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Civil War Talk Radio

What is Civil War Talk Radio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful, scholarly interview show that centers on Civil War history, memory, and culture. Each episode pairs the host with authors, historians, and researchers to unpack books, archival material, and underexplored topics—from battlefield photography and material culture to the politics of reconstruction and the social dynamics of wartime societies. The format tends to emphasize deep dives into niche subjects, with guests who bring rigorous research, fresh perspectives, and a strong sense of narrative to complex historical issues. A noteworthy strength is the host's ability to surface connective threads across episodes—linking military history with social, cultural, and political contexts—while maintaining accessibility for educated gen... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Civil War Talk Radio?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Civil War Talk Radio. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Civil War Talk Radio and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Civil War Talk Radio get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Civil War Talk Radio, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Civil War Talk Radio?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Civil War Talk Radio, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Civil War Talk Radio have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Civil War Talk Radio has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Civil War Talk Radio?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Civil War Talk Radio:

1. Emerging Civil War
2. The Antietam and Beyond Podcast
3. Civil War Talk Radio
4. Civil War Breakfast Club
5. The Civil War & Reconstruction

How many episodes of Civil War Talk Radio are there?

Civil War Talk Radio launched 15 years ago and published 957 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Civil War Talk Radio?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Civil War Talk Radio?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Civil War Talk Radio from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Civil War Talk Radio?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Civil War Talk Radio. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Civil War Talk Radio?

Recent guests on Civil War Talk Radio include:

1. Lindsay Rae Smith Privette
2. Joseph Stahl
3. Matthew Borders
4. Sarah Jones Weicksel
5. Rob Edwards
6. Edwin P. Rutan II
7. Matthew Pinsker
8. Jon M. Nese

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days