Sinopsis
In this American podcast about an American musical about a bastard orphan, I (your host Gillian Pensavalle) talk to my co-hosts and guests about all things Hamilton including how it brings people together, how we find Ham references in everyday life, and the general brilliance of the show: from cast, crew, and creatives involved in the production, to the minds behind some of the best social media accounts inspired by Hamilton, to teachers who use the music to get their students excited about history, and everything in between.The discussion of Ron Chernow's "Alexander Hamilton" starts in episode three. If you're interested, please feel free to read along with us; we'll be going chapter-by-chapter and provide detailed and reference-heavy outlines for each #Cherpter. But there's no pressure! There's plenty to talk about and this is not a super serious history class.When I started this podcast in January of 2016, I could not have imagined the incredible community that has built around the show and the amazing experiences that have come my way. Thank you to everyone who has listened, appeared on the show, contributed, or reached out in any way. This podcast for you and I absolutely love making it.If you have any great Ham stories or funny references you've come across, let me know! I love hearing about things like that. Email TheHamilcast [at] gmail [dot] com, or contact me on social media @TheHamilcast.I have the honor to be your obedient servant,G.Pen
Episodios
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![#8: I’m sorry, is this not your speed?!]()
#8: I’m sorry, is this not your speed?!
21/03/2016 Duración: 50minGillian and Bianca discuss Chernow's "Frenzy of Valor" chapter with the one and only Hollis Andrews aka @HamiltonsSquad. From Lin-Manuel Miranda shouting Hollis out from the Richard Rodgers stage, to the love between Alexander Hamilton and John Laurens, and the real reason Ham didn't duel Charles Lee... wow, there's a lot happening this week. "My Shot" instrumental provided by Bao Vu.
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![#7: I never had a group of friends before I promise that I’ll make y’all proud.]()
#7: I never had a group of friends before I promise that I’ll make y’all proud.
14/03/2016 Duración: 26minIt's listener appreciation time! Gillian and Bianca read some of your emails and talk about how awesome you all are. And in Chernow's "The Little Lion" chapter, we learn a little more about the friendship between Hamilton, Laurens, and Lafayette. Swoon. "My Shot" instrumental provided by Bao Vu.
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![#6: The truth is in ya face when ya hear the British cannons go…BOOM!]()
#6: The truth is in ya face when ya hear the British cannons go…BOOM!
07/03/2016 Duración: 33minGillian and Bianca talk Broadway bootlegs and Chapter 4 in Chernow: "The Pen and the Sword." Also, Gillian's Hamilton FOMO made her temporarily lose her mind so she tells a cautionary Craigslist tale. Yikes. "My Shot" instrumental provided by Bao Vu.
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![#5: Don’t modulate the key then not debate with me!]()
#5: Don’t modulate the key then not debate with me!
29/02/2016 Duración: 37minIn this week's episode, Gillian and Bianca are joined by Lizzy but you know her as @TheHamWing. We talk about her wonderful Hamilton/West Wing mashups as well as the next chapter in Chernow's book, "The Collegian." It turns out "The Farmer Refuted" pamphlet was no joke, but apparently that whole Ham punching the bursar thing was. Womp womp. "My Shot" instrumental provided by Bao Vu.
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![#4: Then a hurricane came, and devastation reigned]()
#4: Then a hurricane came, and devastation reigned
22/02/2016 Duración: 35minOur resident high school history teacher Ashley Graffeo returns to gush over seeing "Hamilton"for the first time and talk about Chapter Two in Chernow's book, aptly titled "Hurricane." Not to mention Hamilton's early poetry in which he calls someone "an artful little slut." Damn, Ham! "My Shot" instrumental provided by Bao Vu.
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![#3: Get your education]()
#3: Get your education
15/02/2016 Duración: 44minThis week Gillian and Bianca talk to Kathleen Cameron, the hilarious genius behind the Hamilton Dubsmashes, and dive into the prologue and first chapter of Chernow's book. "My Shot" instrumental provided by Bao Vu.
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![#2: Here comes the GeneRAL!]()
#2: Here comes the GeneRAL!
08/02/2016 Duración: 27minGillian and Bianca talk to Ashley Graffeo, a teacher at NYC's Harvey Milk High School, about how she uses "Hamilton" to get her students excited about American History. Spoiler alert: it totally works and there may or may not be rap battles involved. She also tells a story about the truly badass Peggy Schuyler. "My Shot" instrumental provided by Bao Vu.
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![#1: Okay, so were doing this.]()
#1: Okay, so we're doing this.
31/01/2016 Duración: 29minIn the inaugural episode of The Hamilcast, Gillian and Bianca discuss how "Hamilton" reignited their friendship and explain what to expect in upcoming episodes. Hint: Chernow. "My Shot" instrumental provided by Bao Vu.
