6 episodes
Beyond the Mayflower Steps Bobby Inman
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- History
2020 will mark the 400th anniversary of the sailing of the Mayflower from Plymouth, and the city is getting ready for a year-long commemoration encompassing various events, delving into the tales of the settlers, their journeys, and the early colonial days.
This podcast has been created to highlight the diverse and rich past of the city, and show that there is more to Plymouth than pilgrims. We explore intriguing historical figures, breathtaking landscapes, and stunning architecture. Uncovering more than a few American connections along the way.
Enlightening interviews throughout the episodes offer insight and perspective from pub landlords, historians, and museum creators of past and present. All of whom bring the history of Plymouth vibrantly to life.
So join me, Bobby Inman, because I can't wait to take you...
Beyond the Mayflower Steps.
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PILGRIMS, PLAQUES, AND PUBS
In the first episode of Beyond the Mayflower Steps, we talk about the Mayflower monument itself and try to uncover where the real steps may have been located. We include an interview with someone who gives us some ideas about that!
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COBBLESTONES, GARDENS, AND SEA MONSTERS
In this episode, join Beyond the Mayflower Steps as we take a walk around, starting and ending at the monument, where we showcase only a sliver of the dynamic history of Plymouth. You won't believe how much we find in a pretty small area!
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AN ISLAND, A CIRCUS, AND A DRUM
Episode 3 of Beyond the Mayflower Steps looks at the wildly interesting life of Sir Francis Drake and his wide reaching impact on this area and the legacy he has left. From his Island to his Leat, his influence on the history of Plymouth cannot be denied.
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PRISONERS, FUNERALS, AND A DOOR
The American connections to Plymouth are many, and in episode 4, Beyond the Mayflower Steps looks at a story coming out of the war of 1812 that is one of reverence, admiration and respect that demonstrates just how profound some of these international bonds are.
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BOMBS, BEACHES, AND CHOCOLATE
In Episode 5 of Beyond the Mayflower Steps we examine the Plymouth/American connections during WWII. With a large base set up in Plymouth itself and thousands of troops encamped and training in the surrounding area, we discover that this is only the tip of the iceberg with regards to how deep these connections go.
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THEATRES, MUSEUMS, AND ROCK 'N' ROLL
In the sixth and final episode of Beyond the Mayflower Steps, we highlight some of the places around the city that have seen visits and performances of famous Americans throughout the years, along with some other musical areas of interest. We also talk with a key figure involved in the Mayflower 400 commemorations about some of the upcoming events.