In this episode, Griff (Bill Griffing), the mind behind the Spared and Shared websites, shares how he turned his post-retirement passion for Civil War history into a monumental historical preservation project. Transcribing over 15,000 letters—mostly from eBay—Griff provides context, authorship, and insight for Civil War correspondence, making them publicly accessible. With no formal […]| Maureen Taylor
In this fascinating podcast episode, Dr. Dean Kirby, a historian, journalist, and professional genealogist based in Manchester, England, shares his deep-rooted interest in the Manchester slums. Inspired by his discovery of his ancestor’s history in a Manchester slum, Kirby delved into extensive research, leading to his PhD and the book “Angel Meadow: Victorian Britain’s […]| Maureen Taylor