Ford's Theatre Society: Recent Episodes
Ford's Theatre
Ford’s Theatre celebrates the legacy of President Abraham Lincoln and explores the American experience through theatre and education.
Student Mental Health: The pandemic has challenged much of what we think of as commonplace. This podcast explores how the pandemic has affected teenagers’ mental health with a specific eye on those at our school last spring when everyone was remote and this year when most are in-person.
Memorization in Schools: We go to school to learn new things and a part of that is memorization. But how much memorization should students do? This episode explores the role and benefits of memorization, as well as it’s downfalls.
Cabinet Conversations: Mental Health in Times of Crisis. A discussion between Dr. Erlanger (Earl) Turner and Martha Hodes, moderated by Aneri Pattani.
Cabinet Conversations: Let’s Talk Turkey!: Abraham Lincoln and Thanksgiving Traditions with Wellie Jackson, Lina Mann and Janet Scanlon
Cabinet Conversations: "A Hearty Laugh Relieves Me": Political Humor in Contentious Times with Mark Russell, Joe Crowley and Gordon Peterson
Cabinet Conversations: The Crossroads of History, Storytelling and Healing with Temídayo Amay, Richard Hellesen and Catherine McCarthy
Cabinet Conversations: Lincoln: The Great Emancipator? with Edna Greene Medford and Jonathan W. White
Cabinet Conversations: Lincoln and Leadership with Former U.S. Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis, Former U.S. Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson and Philanthropist David M. Rubenstein
Cabinet Conversations: Black Women Leading the Change: Pioneers from the Civil War to Today with Martha S. Jones and Tamika Y. Nunley
Cabinet Conversations: Historians Dr. Kate Masur and Lucas E. Morel join us live for a discussion of Abraham Lincoln’s inaugural addresses and their significance then and now.
Cabinet Conversations: Black Voices in American Theatre with Ford’s Theatre Senior Artistic Advisor Sheldon Epps and Actor Erik King.
Sports Injuries, Episode 2: This second episode of the Brain Train takes another look at sports injuries to examine how they happen and why. Skyview High School students speak with a current coach to hear how injuries are handled when they take place.
Sports Injuries, Episode 3: In this episode, the Brain Train takes a look at basketball at the high school level to discuss injuries in sports. This episode features an interview with a current coach and student-athlete. Skyview High School students ponder questions about protection from sports injuries and explore the impact of those injuries on players and the team.
True Crime: Intrigued by a local murder, Skyview students explore true crime. In this episode, they talk with Skyview’s psychology teacher to begin to understand why people kill. *Please note that due to time constraints, this is the only episode for this podcast.
Justice and Social Climate: Curious about the current social narrative? This conversation with the Arlington Career Center’s Sister’s Circle students and Dr. Jack Monell explores the current social climate and offers his perspective on how the country got here. Dr. Monell is an associate professor and social activist with over 20 years of experience fighting for justice.
Episode 1: The social outcry of 2020 brought a lot of attention to the treatment of minorities in our country. The Black Lives Matters movement was particularly vocal; but was it effective? In this episode the Arlington Career Center’s Sister’s Circle students discuss BLM with Kim Johnson, author of “This Is My America”.
Race and Sentencing: In this podcast, Rockville High School students explore the connection between race and sentencing. They speak with a Montclair State University student, Karima, to better understand this issue and changes in the field.
Student Mental Health, Episode 3: Mental Health has become a serious issue during virtual learning. We are not in the school building and can't “knock on the counselor’s door”. What do we do? How do we access mental Health Resources ... or do we have to just help ourselves?
COVID-Comrades: In the final episode of this podcast, Thurgood Marshall Public Charter School students take a look at online gaming during COVID-19. Students have found these communities to be a useful substitute for in-person interaction. But of course, there are pros and cons to only having online interactions.
Mitra I. Arthur: Filmmaker and NPR Assistant Video Producer speaks with Paul Public Charter School students about her film work, career journey, and the Student Emmy winning film Riverment.
LGBTQIA+ Rights, Episode 3: LGBTQIA+ students are an important part of the Wakefield High School community. This podcast examines how they are treated and if there is more that should be done to support them. The podcast will share resources and support systems that are available in the school and Arlington community at large.
Grades and Intelligence: How well do high school students’ grades reflect their intelligence? Students explore the current grading system and consider alternatives to see if there may be better ways to judge student performance.
Candice Adkins: WHUR radio producer Candice Adkins speaks with Paul Public Charter School senior on life, career paths and the joy being a radio producer.
LGBTQIA+ Rights, Episode 2: LGBTQIA+ students are an important part of our school community. We want to examine how they are treated and if there is more that should be done to support them. We will share resources and support systems that are available in the school and Arlington community at large.
Student Mental Health, Episode 2: Mental Health has become a serious issue during virtual learning. We are not in the school building and can't “knock on the counselor’s door”. What do we do? How do we access mental Health Resources ... or do we have to just help ourselves?
Student Mental Health: The pandemic has challenged much of what we think of as commonplace. This podcast explores how the pandemic has affected teenagers’ mental health with a specific eye on those at our school last spring when everyone was remote and this year when most are in-person.
Memorization in Schools: We go to school to learn new things and a part of that is memorization. But how much memorization should students do? This episode explores the role and benefits of memorization, as well as it’s downfalls.
Dating During the Pandemic. The second episode of this podcast explores dating during the pandemic. Dating can be awkward during normal times, but with the added stress of the pandemic insecurities and safety issues have swelled. This episode explores how teens have experienced relationships during the pandemic.
Sports Injuries: Football is a popular sport in the U.S., especially in high schools, despite the potential for injuries. Can anything be done to prevent them? Is it a matter of resources, training or funding? Listen as this podcast explores potential causes and solutions.
Mtokufa Ngwenyu, Chief of Staff for D.C. Council Member Robert White: Local government officials have a high impact on citizens everyday lives. In this episode of Rrrgh! You Listening? Paul Public charter school students talk with Mtokufa Ngwenyu about his career path and what he believes to be the impact of his work on the lives of the constituents his ward.