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The Antietam and Beyond Podcast

Tom McMillan and John Banks
Antietam
Maryland Campaign
Gettysburg
Civil War
Antietam Battlefield
Antietam National Battlefield
Civil War Medicine
National Road
Antietam Institute
Gettysburg Campaign
Civil War Trails
Sharpsburg
George Armstrong Custer
Lincoln and Mcclellan Relationship
The Armies Of Antietam
Dunker Church
Jonathan Letterman
Frederick, United States
Signal Service
Save Historic Antietam Foundation

Authors John Banks and Tom McMillan dive deep into the Battle of Antietam — September 17, 1862, the bloodiest day in American history — as well as into the 1862 Maryland Campaign and other Civil War topics. Join these longtime journalists, who, along with their guests, share stories, knowledge and much more about the battle and the most compelling period in American history.

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Latest Episodes

Wayne Motts — CEO of the National Civil War Museum in Harrisburg, Pa. — joins co-hosts Tom McMillan and John Banks for a conversation about the museum’s remarkable Antietam collection. Plus, Motts talks McClellan saddles, Lincoln and more. 

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Award-winning historian Cory M. Pfarr joins co-hosts Tom McMillan and John Banks for a conversation about the U.S. Signal Service at Antietam. Plus, Pfarr dishes on James Longstreet’s role in the battle — and that carpet-slippers story. Pfarr — who h... more

Dr. Mike Nickerson  — president of the Shepherdstown Battlefield Preservation Association  — discusses important recent preservation news about the West Virginia battlefield. Plus, "Dr. Mike" weighs in on the battle (Sept. 19-20, 1862) — the final en... more

Travel with us on the National Road, an important Civil War artery, with the author of … The National Road, historian Brady Crytzer.

This podcast is sponsored by the Antietam Institute and Civil War Trails, which since 1994 has connected visitors w... more

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Recent Guests

Cory Pfarr
Author, historian
Author of The Federal Signal Service at Antietam; McFarland
Episode: Federal Signal Service at Antietam with historian Cory Pfarr
Dr. Michael Nickerson
President of the Shepherdstown Battlefield Preservation Association
Shepherdstown Battlefield Preservation Association
Episode: Shepherdstown battlefield preservation news with Dr. Mike Nickerson
Brady Crytzer
Professor of history at Robert Morris University; author of The National Road
Robert Morris University; Diversion Press
Episode: Travel the National Road, a Civil War artery, with author Brady Crytzer
George Franks
President of the Hagerstown Maryland Civil War Roundtable; author on Falling Waters battlefield
Hagerstown Civil War Roundtable; author
Episode: The Gettysburg Campaign's final fight: George Franks on Falling Waters
Scott Knepp
Antietam Battlefield guide with a specialty in photography and monuments
Antietam battlefield guide
Episode: Guide Scott Kenepp explores Antietam photos, monuments and battlefield history
Michael Lang
Author of Decisions at Antietam, The Fourteen Critical Decisions That Defined the Battle
Author, Civil War Historian
Episode: Decisions at Antietam: The 14 choices that shaped America's bloodiest day
Tom Clemens
President of Save Historic Antietam Foundation (SHEP)
Save Historic Antietam Foundation
Episode: Tom Clemens talks Antietam preservation and the McClellan HQ debate
Jake Wynn
Historian from Frederick, Maryland; former Director of Interpretation at the National Museum of Civil War Medicine
Visit Frederick / National Museum of Civil War Medicine
Episode: Revisiting Antietam’s aftermath: Jake Wynn on the vast hospital in Frederick, Pry House
Carol Reardon
Civil War scholar
Penn State University (as context)
Episode: Cannons, maps and memory: Live from the Antietam Institute

Hosts

John Banks
Co-host and host with extensive involvement in publishing and broadcasting about Antietam and Civil War topics. Often drives conversations and frames historical narratives.
Tom McMillan
Co-host and producer-like figure, often guiding discussions and coordinating guests and topics.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 81 ratings
  • Sound quality

    I took a tour with Chris the day before you recorded. What a surprise to see him on the podcast! I really enjoy your pod, but to be honest, the sound quality is just horrible. It’s time to upgrade your equipment!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    earlandson
    United States7 months ago
  • The History class I look forward to!

    Listening in to John and Tom talk about Antietam is enjoyable, entertaining and enlightening. It would be ridiculous to expect a daily podcast with all the work that is done in research, but I sure would love it!

    Audible
    5
    Anonymous
    United States7 months ago
  • Not near the microphone

    I listen to this intermittently. The biggest problem is that most of the time some of the speakers sound like they are across the room from the Microphone! I thought after 56 episodes this would have been solved. Also be careful! When I heard the voice of Mr. Gottfried, I thought I was listening to Dana Carvey do Chuck Schumer.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    tjj1
    United States8 months ago
  • Always Look Forward to It!

    Been listening to these guys from day 1…the content and format has been great from the start and somehow continues to get better!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    R1Gate
    United Statesa year ago
  • Spencer shooter

    Great podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Spencer Shooter
    United Statesa year ago

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Sound quality is frequently cited as an area for improvement by some listeners.
Listeners appreciate deep, well-researched Civil War analysis and on-site storytelling.
Guest diversity and expertise are generally praised, with strong emphasis on preservation and public history.

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Talking Points

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Shepherdstown battlefield preservation news with Dr. Mike Nickerson
Q: For listeners unfamiliar with Shepherdstown, how does topography influence the battle's outcome and the visitor experience today?
The terrain shaped the engagement: ridgelines, river crossings, and limited approaches controlled how artillery and infantry moved, and today those same features guide walking trails, museum locations, and interpretive stops for visitors.
Shepherdstown battlefield preservation news with Dr. Mike Nickerson
Q: Mike, could you explain what this bill means for preservation efforts beyond parking and infrastructure?
The bill formalizes federal recognition and supports funding for site safety, trails, and visitor facilities, enabling a more robust interpretive program while preserving the battlefield landscape for future generations.
Guide Scott Kenepp explores Antietam photos, monuments and battlefield history
Q: Scott, what do you do to become an Antietam Guide?
He outlines a formal pathway: public battlefield ambassador program, creation of a personal study guide, passing a four-hour written test with a high score, mentorship, and a rigorous three-hour tour demonstration that tests cohesion, timing, and storytelling. The process emphasizes practical touring ability and continuous learning.
Decisions at Antietam: The 14 choices that shaped America's bloodiest day
Q: How did you research the decisions that defined Antietam?
Lang explains a process of starting with primary sources, then corraling footnotes to trace origins, and finally weighing competing accounts to distill a defensible selection of fourteen decisions.
Tom Clemens talks Antietam preservation and the McClellan HQ debate
Q: Can you start by giving us a little bit of an update of where SHEP is, what has recently happened, and where are we going?
Clemens describes the property acquisitions near Harper's Ferry Road in partnership with the American Battlefield Trust, plans to move or clear buildings to reveal the battlefield view, hopes for a future boundary adjustment, and ongoing efforts to protect surrounding land through collaboration with preservation groups and adjacent properties.

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What is The Antietam and Beyond Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Long-form historical discussions center on the Antietam campaign and broader Civil War topics, with a strong emphasis on battlefield interpretation, preservation, and public history. Episodes frequently explore key campaigns, notable leaders, and decision points, while weaving in on-site storytelling, archival research, and the evolving use of maps and technology to illuminate battlefield landscapes. A standout attribute is the consistent pairing of veteran hosts with guest experts—from university historians and park staff to battlefield guides and preservation advocates—creating deeply informed, niche conversations that appeal to history buffs, academics, and serious Civil War enthusiasts seeking both context and tangible connections to si... more

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1. Cory Pfarr
2. Dr. Michael Nickerson
3. Brady Crytzer
4. George Franks
5. Scott Knepp
6. Michael Lang
7. Tom Clemens
8. Jake Wynn

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