Who is Benjamin Franklin?

In the second part of our conversation with Ben Franklin expert, Dr George Boudreau, we learn what a kite, lightning, and a turkey have in common as we delve into the experiments and discoveries of Ben Franklin. For more great shows, visit GZMshows.com.See Privacy Policy at https ...  Show more

In part three of our conversation with Ben Franklin expert, Dr George Boudreau, we get a glimpse into what daily life might have been like as Ben Franklin was coming of age through multiple wars, pandemics, and a changing country. For more great shows, visit GZMshows.com.See Priv ...  Show more

📖 Episode Transcripts in Link Below ⬇️ Today, we will delve into the life and achievements of Benjamin Franklin, one of the most remarkable figures of the 18th century, known for his contributions to science, politics, and diplomacy. https://patreon.com/HistoryinSlowGerman?utm_m ...  Show more

Acclaimed filmmaker Ken Burns tells Elinor Evans about the life and accomplishments of Benjamin Franklin – a man who both loved Britain but became a key figure in American independence, and who was a slave-owner yet later campaigned for abolition. Burns also talks about the chall ...  Show more

This week we're breaking down Ben Franklin. We start things off with some facts about the real Benjamin Franklin, and we get some audio memories from the incredible Andy Daly (Review, VEEP) who played the Ben Franklin impersonator in this episode. Then, Angela debunks Prima Nocta ...  Show more