Let's Be Frank

Bryan Austin

Created by Actor and Historian, Bryan Austin, Let's be Frank uses primary sources and historical documents to resurrect Benjamin Franklin, Founding Father, inventor and all around ladies man, to host a podcast about the times and trials that shaped his mind. This weekly podcast encourages viewers to empathetically connect with the past in hopes to better connect empathetically with the present. Clever, quirky and thought provoking; Let's Be Frank is a palette cleanser to your curiosity that will leave you thirsty to learn more. For more information, visit bfranklinlive.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 22/07/2024 · BONUS

    Chasing Independence Part 1 REVOLUTIONIZED

    With the new ways Dr. Franklin has come to engage with his public in his modern almanack, we're taking the opportunity to go back and revisit the first two seasons with our new video format. Catch video episodes of Season One on primary source media's YouTube channel, and circle back to our beginnings over a year ago in new and exciting ways. The first installment in a four-part series exploring some of the philosophy that built the Declaration of Independence https://www.youtube.com/@primarysourcemedia Join our patreon to unlock exclusive behind the scenes episodes and history content curated for that audience! patreon.com/lets_be_frank or Donate on venmo@bfranklinlive Additional Links: https://www.bfranklinlive.com/journal/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    21 min

  2. 15/07/2024 · BONUS

    Ascending Honor REVOLUTIONIZED

    With the new ways Dr. Franklin has come to engage with his public in his modern almanack, we're taking the opportunity to go back and revisit the first two seasons with our new video format. Catch video episodes of Season One on primary source media's YouTube channel, and circle back to our beginnings over a year ago in new and exciting ways. https://www.youtube.com/@primarysourcemedia An exploration of the history of the Society of the Cincinnati, Honor and how we wear our virtue. Join our patreon to unlock exclusive behind the scenes episodes and history content curated for that audience! Join our Junto and unlock extra perks and content! patreon.com/lets_be_frank or Donate on venmo@bfranklinlive Additional Links: https://www.bfranklinlive.com/journal/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    19 min

  3. 08/07/2024 · BONUS

    A Poultry Execution REVOLUTIONIZED

    With the new ways Dr. Franklin has come to engage with his public in his modern almanack, we're taking the opportunity to go back and revisit the first two seasons with our new video format. Catch video episodes of Season One on primary source media's YouTube channel, and circle back to our beginnings over a year ago in new and exciting ways. https://www.youtube.com/@primarysourcemedia A story of a bird, a bolt of inspiration and how we represent ourselves in the world. Join our patreon to unlock exclusive behind the scenes episodes and history content curated for that audience! Join our Junto and unlock extra perks and content! patreon.com/lets_be_frank or Donate on venmo@bfranklinlive Additional Links: https://www.bfranklinlive.com/journal/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    21 min

  4. 01/07/2024 · BONUS

    The Taking of Teach the Pirate: REVOLUTIONIZED

    With the new ways Dr. Franklin has come to engage with his public in his modern almanack, we're taking the opportunity to go back and revisit the first two seasons with our new video format. Catch video episodes of Season One on primary source media's YouTube channel, and circle back to our beginnings over a year ago in new and exciting ways. https://www.youtube.com/@primarysourcemedia Episode 01: An exploration of Franklin's first published work, piracy, journeys and the sea. Join our patreon to unlock exclusive behind the scenes episodes and history content curated for that audience! Join our Junto and unlock extra perks and content! patreon.com/lets_be_frank or Donate on venmo@bfranklinlive Additional Links: https://www.bfranklinlive.com/journal/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    21 min

  5. 10/06/2024

    Snatching Lighting Part 3

    The Season Finale celebrates the 272nd anniversary of Franklin's famous Kite experiment. Featuring the two primary sources surrounding the electrifying event, as well as the wit and wisdom you love so much from your favorite fake-founding father. Join our Junto and unlock extra perks and content! patreon.com/lets_be_frank or Donate on venmo@bfranklinlive Additional Links: https://www.bfranklinlive.com/journal/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    18 min

  6. 03/06/2024

    The Thirteen Virtues

    Is there a roadmap to moral perfection? Can someone develop the formula to becoming a better person? Dr. Franklin certainly tried. This week, the Doctor discusses his plan for moral perfection and the habits he adopted to avoid falling into old habits, and make goodness a habit in, and of, itself. Join our Junto and unlock extra perks and content! patreon.com/lets_be_frank or Donate on venmo@bfranklinlive Additional Links: https://www.bfranklinlive.com/journal/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    17 min

  7. 27/05/2024

    A Moment of Silence for Memorial Day

    On this special episode of Let's Be Frank, the Doctor leads a moment of silence in honor of Memorial Day. He also shares some updates about a very special school visit, and teases next week's episode. Join our Junto and unlock extra perks and content! patreon.com/lets_be_frank or Donate on venmo@bfranklinlive Additional Links: https://www.bfranklinlive.com/journal/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    8 min

  8. 20/05/2024

    The Gin Craze with Hightailing through History

    Everyone's favorite fake founding father is back with special guest Laurel Rockall, co-host of the Hightailing through history podcast, to talk about the gin epidemic of 1740's London. Hightailing through History features two sisters who, with libation and recreational flair, surprise each other with a story from history's vault of the weird and the wonderful! Covering topics all around the world and all through time that you won't find in your history books. Join our Junto and unlock extra perks and content! patreon.com/lets_be_frank or Donate on venmo@bfranklinlive Additional Links: https://www.bfranklinlive.com/journal/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    28 min
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Created by Actor and Historian, Bryan Austin, Let's be Frank uses primary sources and historical documents to resurrect Benjamin Franklin, Founding Father, inventor and all around ladies man, to host a podcast about the times and trials that shaped his mind. This weekly podcast encourages viewers to empathetically connect with the past in hopes to better connect empathetically with the present. Clever, quirky and thought provoking; Let's Be Frank is a palette cleanser to your curiosity that will leave you thirsty to learn more. For more information, visit bfranklinlive.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Information

  • Creator
    Bryan Austin
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    50
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Bryan Austin
  • Show Website
    Let's Be Frank