Beyond the Big Screen is a podcast about the true story behind the movies you love. We will talk about history, philosophy, religion, art, sports, literature and much more. Movies and media only tell you a small part of the story. In this podcast we will look into a wide variety of topics on the big screen and beyond!
Title: Black Robe, New France and the JesuitsDescription: Today I am joined by Mark Vinet, producer of the History of North America podcast to talk about the movie Black Robe. This is an incredibly unique and rare movie. It looks at the complicated relationship between the French, Jesuits and Native American groups during the early days of the New France colony. This movie is full of action and thought provoking scenes!You can learn more about Beyond the Big Screen and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/Click to Subscribe:https://www.spreaker.com/show/4926576/episodes/feedemail: steve@atozhistorypage.comwww.beyondthebigscreen.comhttps://www.patreon.com/historyofthepapacyOn Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atozhistorypagehttps://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfThePapacyPodcasthttps://twitter.com/atozhistoryLearn More About our Guest:Mark Vinet’s History of North America PodcastMarkvinet.comMusic Provided by:"Crossing the Chasm" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/By impawards, Fair use, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=10635856
Title: WASPS and the American AristocracyDescription: Today we are joined by author Michael Knox Beran to discuss the fascinating story of a group of people who are incredibly important to understand how the United States was formed and grew, the WASPs. White Anglo Saxon Protestants or WASPs for short established institutions and frameworks that helped America grow and thrive as a country in arts, government and education. Michael Knox Beran will lead us through the rise and fall of this interesting and obscure group of Americans.You can learn more about Beyond the Big Screen and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/Click to Subscribe:https://www.spreaker.com/show/4926576/episodes/feedemail: steve@atozhistorypage.comwww.beyondthebigscreen.comhttps://www.patreon.com/historyofthepapacyOn Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atozhistorypagehttps://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfThePapacyPodcasthttps://twitter.com/atozhistoryLearn More About our Guest:Michael Knox Beran author of WASPS: The Splendors and Miseries of an American Aristocracyhttps://www.simonandschuster.com/books/WASPS/Michael-Knox-Beran/9781643137063Music Provided by:"Crossing the Chasm" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Title: Presidents, Patriots and Profits!Description: Today we are joined by author Susan Nagel to discuss her book Patriotism and Profit: Washington, Hamilton, Schuyler & the Rivalry for America's Capital City. We discuss the incredible story how Alexander Hamilton, Philip Schuyler, George Washington and maybe, maybe not Thomas Jefferson hammered out an agreement that helped the fundamental foundation of the United States.You can learn more about Beyond the Big Screen and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/Click to Subscribe:https://www.spreaker.com/show/4926576/episodes/feedemail: steve@atozhistorypage.comwww.beyondthebigscreen.comhttps://www.patreon.com/historyofthepapacyOn Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atozhistorypagehttps://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfThePapacyPodcasthttps://twitter.com/atozhistoryLearn More About our Guest:Susan Nagel author of Patriotism and Profit: Washington, Hamilton, Schuyler & the Rivalry for America's Capital Cityhttps://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Patriotism-and-Profit/Susan-Nagel/9781643137087Music Provided by:"Crossing the Chasm" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Title: Pat Garrett, Billy the Kid and Kris KristophersonDescription: Today we are joined again by actor, scholar and Wild West fanatic Jacob Herr to discuss on of the most compelling movies about the legendary Wild West Gunslinger Billy the Kid. The 1973 film “Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid” reimagined the story of Billy the Kid. There was almost as much drama behind the scenes of the movie as there was on the screen as director Sam Peckinpaw battled with the actors, producers and film executives in order to make the movie and tell the story of Billy the Kid the way he felt it needed to be told.You can learn more about Beyond the Big Screen and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/Click to Subscribe:https://www.spreaker.com/show/4926576/episodes/feedemail: steve@atozhistorypage.comwww.beyondthebigscreen.comhttps://www.patreon.com/historyofthepapacyOn Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atozhistorypagehttps://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfThePapacyPodcasthttps://twitter.com/atozhistoryLearn More About our Guest:Jacob Herrhttps://www.jacobherr.com/Music Provided by:"Crossing the Chasm" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Title: Billy the Kid: Disillusioned Teenager or a Man with a PlanDescription: Join us today while we speak with actor, scholar and Wild West aficionado, Jacob Herr about the legendary gunslinger Billy the Kid. We will discuss Billy the Kids’ background, the historical context in which he lived and the importance of not only the history of Billy the Kid, but the legend as well.You can learn more about Beyond the Big Screen and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/Click to Subscribe:https://www.spreaker.com/show/4926576/episodes/feedemail: steve@atozhistorypage.comwww.beyondthebigscreen.comhttps://www.patreon.com/historyofthepapacyOn Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atozhistorypagehttps://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfThePapacyPodcasthttps://twitter.com/atozhistoryLearn More About our Guest:Jacob Herrhttps://www.jacobherr.com/Music Provided by:"Crossing the Chasm" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Title: The Artist and the Eternal City – Bernini, Pope Alexander the VII and the Making of Rome with Loyd GrossmanDescription: We are joined by Loyd Grossman, author of The Artist and the Eternal City – Bernini, Pope Alexander the VII and the Making of Rome to discuss the incredible story of how the Pope and the artist Bernini worked together recreate the city of Rome and ultimately give us the Rome and the Church we see today. Loyd Grossman, CBE is a scholar, journalist, presenter and musician. He will take us behind the ropes to better understand an incredible time period in the history of the Popes of Rome and Christian Church.You can learn more about Beyond the Big Screen and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/Click to Subscribe:https://www.spreaker.com/show/4926576/episodes/feedemail: steve@atozhistorypage.comwww.beyondthebigscreen.comhttps://www.patreon.com/historyofthepapacyOn Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atozhistorypagehttps://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfThePapacyPodcasthttps://twitter.com/atozhistoryLearn More About our Guest:Loyd Grossman author of https://www.loyd-grossman.com/The Pope and the Making of the Eternal CityMusic Provided by:"Crossing the Chasm" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Title: Eartha Kitt – Entertainer, Mother and American History with Kitt ShapiroDescription: Today we are joined by Kitt Shapiro, daughter of legendary actor, singer and entertainer Eartha Kitt to discuss not only the impact of her mother’s career, but also Kitt’s relationship with her mother. We discuss what it was like for Kitt to grow up with a mother who had so much impact on not only the entertainment industry, but also on American history. Kitt Shapiro is author of the book “Eartha and Kitt: A Daughter’s Love Story in Black and White.”You can learn more about Beyond the Big Screen and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/Click to Subscribe:https://www.spreaker.com/show/4926576/episodes/feedemail: steve@atozhistorypage.comwww.beyondthebigscreen.comhttps://www.patreon.com/historyofthepapacyOn Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/groups/atozhistorypagehttps://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfThePapacyPodcasthttps://twitter.com/atozhistoryLearn More About our Guest:Kitt Shapiro, author of “Eartha and Kitt: A Daughter’s Love Story in Black and White”https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Eartha-Kitt/Kitt-Shapiro/9781643137544Music Provided by:"Crossing the Chasm" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Steve Guerra is a historian and podcaster who hosts three different shows. He started with the History of the Papacy Podcast in 2013. In 2017, Steve began Beyond the Big Screen, a podcast that delves into the fascinating stories behind films through lively interviews. His newest show, Organized Crime and Punishment, takes a deep dive into the roots, evolution, and impact of organized crime across different cultures and countries.
