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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 5h

📚 There’s nothing quite like visiting an archive. Spending several days at the Frist Library and Archive at the Country Music Hall of Fame was an unforgettable experience. So many fascinating documents, stories, and discoveries that will help shape my book. 🎶❤️ #MusicHistory #CountryMusic #Nashville

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

What a rewarding week in Nashville! 🎶 From research at the Country Music Hall of Fame to a special backstage tour of the Grand Ole Opry, I left with new perspectives, plenty of research, and even more appreciation for the stories I have the privilege of telling. ❤️ #Author #Nashville

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Behind every great duet is a team that helps make the magic happen. Producer Billy Sherrill was pivotal to the careers of George Jones and Tammy Wynette, helping shape not only their individual sounds but some of country music's most memorable duets. 📷 George Jones, Tammy Wynette & Billy Sherrill

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

From Wild Rose to the Grand Ole Opry, Pam Gadd’s remarkable career has crossed decades of country and bluegrass music, including performing alongside legends Porter Wagoner and Dolly Parton. I loved hearing some of her stories on #SayItWithHistory. 🎶 open.spotify.com/episode/50HZ...

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Summer 2026 was a busy and rewarding one—new articles, a Nashville Voyager interview, Season 4 of Say It With History, continued research for my forthcoming book, and becoming a lifetime member of FLARE. Grateful for the opportunities and looking forward to what fall brings! 🍁www.holleysnaith.com

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Lew Ayres and Katharine Hepburn in Holiday (1938), the RKO romantic comedy directed by George Cukor. #LewAyres #KatharineHepburn #ClassicHollywood

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Gram Parsons took traditional country style and turned it inside out. His now-iconic Nudie suit, embroidered with marijuana leaves, pills, poppies, and flames, blended Nashville rhinestone glamour with the counterculture he brought into country music. #GramParsons #Music #NudieSuit

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Some of the darkest chapters of World War II remain among the least discussed. I speak with historian Jenny Chan about Unit 731, wartime atrocities in the Pacific, media narratives, and the role the American government played in the aftermath of the war. 🎙️Listen: open.spotify.com/episode/4e8T...

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Joe DiMaggio was more than a baseball icon. In this episode, I speak with author and researcher Kelly Lacroix about Joe’s rise to fame, his relationship with Marilyn Monroe, the myths surrounding his life, and the man behind the legend. Listen: open.spotify.com/episode/23HJ... #SayItWithHistory

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Say It With History is now on YouTube! 🎙️ You can listen to episodes of the podcast on my new channel, @holleysnaithhistorian. I may add more history-related content in the future, too. Another way to learn and explore the past! youtube.com/@holleysnait... #SayItWithHistory #HistoryPodcast #History

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Thrilled to share that I’ve joined the First Ladies Association for Research and Education (FLARE) as a Lifetime Member! My work on Eleanor Roosevelt and Pat Nixon sparked a lasting interest in the lives and legacies of America’s First Ladies, and I’m excited to continue that work with FLARE. 💜

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

I speak with historian Samantha Snyder about Elizabeth Willing Powel’s influence during the George Washington years, the role of women in shaping political culture, and the story behind Samantha’s forthcoming book, A Remarkable Woman. ✨ 🎙️Listen: open.spotify.com/episode/4VHh...

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Lauren Bacall became a star at just 19, but staying one for seven decades required more than talent. I speak with author and film historian Anthony Uzarowski to explore Bacall's remarkable career and his book Lauren Bacall: Queen of Cool. ✨ 🎙️Listen Here: open.spotify.com/episode/4vwB...

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Eleanor Roosevelt with Winston Churchill at Val-Kill in 1943. During Churchill’s visit to the quaint cottage in Hyde Park, NY, FDR and the prime minister stepped away beneath a tree on the grounds for a private wartime discussion. This was a remarkable moment at the place Eleanor called home.

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Family history is about more than names and dates. ✉️ In this episode, I speak with author Ben Robinson about Finding Charlotte, preserving overlooked stories, and the power of family history to connect past and present. 🎙️Listen: open.spotify.com/episode/3DJK... #SayItWithHistory #FamilyHistory

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Some of the most influential women in American history worked behind the scenes. I speak with Kathryn Smith about Missy LeHand, Martha Washington, and the women who helped shape American history from behind the scenes. 🎙️Listen: open.spotify.com/episode/5re3... #SayItWithHistory #HistoryPodcast

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

I am working on an article celebrating the 90th anniversary of "Swing Time," and I love this photo of the "Waltz in Swing Time" routine. It shows the genuine joy Fred and Ginger found in working with one another, even after six films in just three years! 🎥 #SwingTime #FredandGinger #ClassicHollywood

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

When Franklin D. Roosevelt first came to Warm Springs in 1924, he was searching for hope. What he found inspired him to create a place where others living with polio could pursue rehabilitation. Here he is pictured after a swim at the rehabilitation pools he had constructed. #FDR #WarmSprings

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Palm Springs and golf have long been intertwined, and few places tell that story better than O'Donnell Golf Club. I speak with Alexandra Phillips, General Manager of O'Donnell, about the club's history, its role in Palm Springs, and more. 🌴 Listen: open.spotify.com/episode/1srb...

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Books have the power to shape culture and challenge censorship. 📚 In this episode, I speak with author Gayle Feldman about Nothing Random, Bennett Cerf, Random House, the Ulysses censorship case, and the power of free expression. 🎙️Listen: open.spotify.com/episode/7vlU...

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Remembering Ginger Rogers on her birthday. Researching her life and career through articles I've written and podcast conversations has been a true joy. The more I learned, the more I admire her. She was also a gifted and dedicated athlete, clearly in her element on the tennis court! #GingerRogers

Ginger Rogers jumps high over a tennis net with her racket raised and arms outstretched, wearing a white tennis outfit and smiling against a blue sky.

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

The American Revolution was far more global than many of us realize. I speak with writer Derek Baxter about The Forgotten World War, foreign alliances, Cuba’s role in Yorktown, and why the Revolutionary War should be understood as a world conflict. 🇺🇸 Listen Here: open.spotify.com/episode/1GSo...

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Most people remember Minnie Pearl as the woman in the flowered hat with the price tag. But behind the character was Sarah Cannon—a performer who helped shape country music and Nashville. Mary Ellen Pethel joins me to explore her remarkable legacy. 🪕 🎙️Listen: open.spotify.com/episode/2B5g...

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Most people know Vincent van Gogh. Far fewer know Jo van Gogh-Bonger, who helped ensure his work would be remembered. Joan Fernandez joins Say It With History to discuss Jo's remarkable role in shaping Vincent's legacy. 🎨 🎙️Listen: open.spotify.com/episode/2OPq... #JonaGogh #WomensHistory

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

One thing I've learned as a historian is that even when you think you know a subject, there's always more to discover. The writing process may have begun, but the research never really ends—and that's part of the joy of it. 📚 www.holleysnaith.com #Historian #Writer #Research

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

A photograph, a quilt, furniture, or a household object can reveal stories that history books alone cannot tell. Historian Laura Smith joins discusses the power of material culture and how learning to "read" objects can deepen our understanding of the past. Listen: open.spotify.com/episode/2L7j...

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

As former presidents and first ladies come together for the Obama Presidential Center opening, I'm reminded of this 1991 photograph from the opening of the Reagan Library featuring Lady Bird Johnson, Pat Nixon, Nancy Reagan, Barbara Bush, Rosalynn Carter, and Betty Ford. #FirstLadies #Civility

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

I recently joined #PreserveCast to discuss helping restore and digitize Eleanor Roosevelt's personal photograph collection at Val-Kill. We talked archives, preservation, missing photographs, and the creation of the Eleanor's Pictures website. Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/6Xkq...

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

America’s historic places were often saved because women fought to preserve them. Public historian Amanda Roper joins me to explore the women behind America’s preservation movement, from Mount Vernon to the stories that shape cultural memory. 🎙️Listen here. open.spotify.com/episode/5Avh...

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

I'm excited to turn my attention back to growing History in Progress. We're always looking for great history stories and new voices. If you have research, a fascinating historical topic, or a story worth sharing, consider writing for us. Message if you'd like to learn more. medium.com/p/45cdbbe7132a

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

Excited to share that I am under contract with a respected publisher to write a book on a subject that has meant a great deal to me for many years! This is a long-held dream coming to fruition. Looking forward to sharing more in the future. 📖https://www.holleysnaith.com #BookAnnouncement #Historian

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

On this 82nd anniversary of D-Day, we remember the courage of those who stormed the beaches of Normandy and the sacrifices made in the cause of freedom. As #FDR prayed to the nation on June 6, 1944: "Our sons, pride of our Nation, this day have set upon a mighty endeavor." We remember them.

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

The story of Julius Caesar is also a story about power, ambition, and political change. Professor Phil Mathew joins me to discuss the fall of the Roman Republic and why this history still matters today. 🎙️Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/3oQR... #History #AncientRome #Leadership

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Classic Hollywood was often bolder, sharper, and more modern than we remember. A new episode of Say It With History with writer and cultural critic Simone O. Elias explores the Pre Code era, women in early Hollywood, and why these films still resonate today. open.spotify.com/episode/1taf...

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Civics education is about more than memorizing how government works. Educator Keith Pakela joins me on Say It With History to discuss critical thinking, democracy, and the role of AI in today’s classroom. 🎙️Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/54jY... #Education #Civics #History

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Anna May Wong was often confined to stereotypical roles in Hollywood, yet she brought depth and humanity to every performance. Listen as @kayteesal.bsky.social joins the conversation to discuss the life and legacy of Hollywood’s first Asian American movie star. open.spotify.com/episode/7q0R...

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Before Hollywood was ready for her, there was Anna May Wong. In this episode, I speak with @kayteesal.bsky.social about the life and legacy of Hollywood’s first Asian American movie star, the barriers she faced, and why her story still matters today. 🎙️Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/7q0R...

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

The myth of the fighter ace began during World War I & evolved alongside the fears and culture of the twentieth century. @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social joins me to explore the reality behind the legend and what these stories reveal about memory, masculinity, & heroism. open.spotify.com/episode/5vXP...

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

The story of the World War I fighter ace helped shape modern ideas of heroism. @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social joins me to explore how the myth of the fighter ace was shaped through media, class, and culture, and what it reveals about memory and heroism today. open.spotify.com/episode/5vXP...

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

One of the most important American reporters in Nazi Germany is largely forgotten today. In this episode, I speak with @pdtoler.bsky.social about Sigrid Schultz—how she worked under censorship, used a pseudonym, and still reported the truth. Listen: open.spotify.com/episode/4gHt...

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

New episodes of Say It With History return Friday, May 1! I am recording the next two seasons now, and as an independent show with no ads or sponsors, every bit of support helps: buymeacoffee.com/sayitwithhis... Ratings, reviews, and shares mean the world too. Thank you 🤍 #HistoryPodcast #Podcasting

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 19/04/2026

Honored to receive this beautiful print from my interview with Bold Journey Magazine. In it, I reflected on creativity, taking unexpected paths into tech and finance, and the leap of faith behind launching Say It With History. I hope you will check out the interview. boldjourney.com/meet-holley/

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

More episodes of #SayItWithHistory are coming in early May. From unsung American women to the enduring impact of country music legends to conversations on teaching and preservation, there is a lot ahead. Follow along wherever you get your podcasts. linktr.ee/SayItWithHis...

Podcast cover for Say It With History featuring host Holley Snaith smiling in a library setting. Bright yellow background with the title “Say It With History” and the tagline “Conversations That Shaped The Past.”

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

On April 9, 1939, Marian Anderson performed before 75,000 people on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial after being barred from Constitution Hall. With the support of First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, the concert became a powerful moment in the fight against segregation and for equality. #History

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

That’s a wrap on Season 2 of Say It With History 🎙️ Grateful to all the guests, listeners, and supporters who made this season so meaningful, especially those who left reviews or supported via Buy Me a Coffee. Excited for what’s ahead. #SayItWithHistory #HistoryPodcast linktr.ee/SayItWithHis...

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Movie musicals aren’t just song and dance — they reflect the world around them. In my latest episode of Say It With History, I talk with Miles Eady about how these films capture the hopes and struggles of their time. #SayItWithHistory #FilmHistory #HollywoodMusicals

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

🎬 In the final episode of Season 2 of Say It With History, I talk with film historian Miles Eady about The Hollywood Musical as Social History and how the genre captured the changing America of the twentieth century. 🎧 Listen here: redcircle.com/shows/6092bd...

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

🇺🇸 The legacy of Lafayette still shapes how we remember the Revolutionary era. I talk with community builder Kat Smith about Lafayette’s impact and how digital storytelling is introducing his story to new generations. #SayItWithHistory #VA250 #Lafayette200 #AmericanHistory #SocialMedia

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

🇺🇸 In a digital age, how do we keep Revolutionary history meaningful? I talk with community builder Kat Smith about VA250, Lafayette’s legacy, and how digital storytelling is connecting new generations to America’s founding story. 🎧 Listen here: redcircle.com/shows/6092bd... #SayItWithHistory

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Holley Snaith @holleysnaith.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Women built the infrastructure that sustained the Black Panther Party. Their leadership and labor shaped the movement but are often overlooked. I talk with historian Madison Givens about these hidden architects of change. #SayItWithHistory #BlackPantherParty #WomensHistory #CivilRights

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