Inside the Episode: S2E06

In the season finale, Grant’s decision to testify for Orville Babcock has disastrous consequences for the Freedmen.In this Inside the Episode bonus feature, co-executive producer Robert McCollum interviews the creators Steven Walters and Erik Archilla about the true history behind the podcast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this season finale, Grant’s decision to testify for Orville Babcock has disastrous consequences for the Freedmen.Starring James Black as Ulysses S Grant and featuring Jeremy Schwartz as Edwin Stanton and William Jackson Harper as John Mercer Langston.Also featuring:Jason DouglasMatthew GrayChristopher MurneyKurt RhoadsSydney James HarcourtBlake HacklerKelly JenretteRandy PerrineChristopher SalazarCreated by Steven Walters and Erik ArchillaWritten by Jonathan Norton, Erik Archilla and Steven Walters Directed by Steven WaltersExecutive Producer: Lindsay Graham and Steven WaltersCo-executive Producers: Erik Archilla and Robert McCollumConsulting Producer: Jonathan NortonSound Design by Derek Behrens and Lindsay GrahamMusic by Lindsay GrahamTo find out more about 1865, go to 1865podcast.com, or find us on Facebook and Twitter.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In Episode 9, Grant’s presidency is imperiled when his newly appointed special prosecutor launches an investigation into Grant’s right-hand man, Orville Babcock. In this Inside the Episode bonus feature, co-executive producer Robert McCollum interviews the creators Steven Walters and Erik Archilla about the true history behind the podcast with special guest Dr. Greg Jackson.1865 is an Airship production. Support this show to get early, ad-free access to episodes and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Grant’s presidency is imperiled when his newly appointed special prosecutor launches an investigation into Grant’s right-hand man, Orville Babcock. 1865 is an Airship production. Support this show to get early, ad-free access to episodes and more.Starring James Black as Ulysses S GrantAlso featuring:Sydney James HarcourtDoug JacksonJason DouglasMatthew GrayBlake HacklerKurt RhoadsCreated by Steven Walters and Erik ArchillaWritten by Steven Walters Directed by Robert McCollumExecutive Producer: Lindsay Graham and Steven WaltersCo-executive Producers: Erik Archilla and Robert McCollumConsulting Producer: Jonathan NortonSound Design by Derek Behrens and Lindsay GrahamMusic by Lindsay GrahamTo find out more about 1865, go to 1865podcast.com, or find us on Facebook and Twitter.And if you like this show, please support it. Become a patron at Patreon.com/1865podcast.New episodes air weekly, and look for special “Inside the Episode” interviews with the writers and producers of the series to find out more about the real history behind 1865.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In Episode 8, Grant launches a crusade to root out corruption. But his fight for good government is imperiled by the return of Andrew Johnson.In this Inside the Episode bonus feature, co-executive producer Robert McCollum interviews the creators Steven Walters and Erik Archilla about the true history behind the podcast. 1865 is an Airship production. Support this show to get early, ad-free access to episodes and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On the heels of the election of 1872, Grant launches a crusade to root out corruption. But his fight for good government is imperiled by the return of Andrew Johnson.1865 is an Airship production.Starring James Black as Ulysses S. Grant, and featuring R. Bruce Elliot as Andrew JohnsonAlso featuring:Jason DouglasMatthew GrayBlake HacklerLee GeorgeKurt RhoadsTaylor HarrisSydney James HarcourtChristopher MurneyCreated by Steven Walters and Erik ArchillaWritten by Steven Walters Directed by Robert McCollumExecutive Producer: Lindsay Graham and Steven WaltersCo-executive Producers: Erik Archilla and Robert McCollumConsulting Producer: Jonathan NortonSound Design by Derek Behrens and Lindsay GrahamMusic by Lindsay GrahamTo find out more about 1865, go to 1865podcast.com, or find us on Facebook and Twitter.New episodes air weekly, and look for special “Inside the Episode” interviews with the writers and producers of the series to find out more about the real history behind 1865.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

At the end of episode seven, President Ulysses S. Grant declares martial law and wages war against the Ku Klux Klan, a decision that sets the table for the upcoming presidential election. Coming up in episode eight, the story jumps forward in time past the election of 1872.But there is some important history in between. This week, we’re again going to fill in those gaps with an episode from the podcast American Elections: Wicked Game. Hosted by 1865 executive producer Lindsay Graham, it’s an in-depth look at all 59 U.S. presidential elections. In 1872, the Reform Republicans, properly known as the Liberal Republicans, turned on President Grant, abandoned the Republican Party and united with the Democrats. To defeat Grant at the ballot box, the Democrats nominated a New York newspaperman, a Republican named Horace Greeley. Like he had done in 1868, Grant took his cues from George Washington and stayed silent during the contest. But Horace Greeley launched an aggressive campaign, attacking Grant's policies, assailing his character and accusing him of corruption. Once again, the election was a referendum on Reconstruction: would the American people stand by the Hero of Appomatox? Or would they vote to turn back the clock on social progress?  Please enjoy Episode 22 from the podcast American Elections: Wicked Game: 1872, Greeley vs Grant: Progress Under Siege.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In Episode 7, when the situation below the Mason Dixon takes a turn for the worst, President Grant declares martial law, determined to stamp out the KKK.In this Inside the Episode bonus feature, co-executive producer Robert McCollum interviews the creators Steven Walters and Erik Archilla about the true history behind the podcast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When the situation below the Mason Dixon takes a turn for the worst, President Grant declares martial law, determined to stamp out the KKK.1865 is an Airship production.Starring James Black as Ulysses S Grant, with a special appearance by Jeremy Schwartz as Edwin M Stanton.Also featuring:Chris SalazarJason DouglasAshley WoodKelly Jenrette Kurt RhoadsDr. Raymond Christian Christopher MurneyBlake HacklerCharlie CampbellRobert McCollumSydney James HarcourtCreated by Steven Walters and Erik ArchillaWritten by Steven Walters Directed by Steven Walters and Robert McCollumExecutive Producer: Lindsay Graham and Steven WaltersCo-executive Producers: Erik Archilla and Robert McCollumConsulting Producer: Jonathan NortonSound Design by Derek Behrens and Lindsay GrahamMusic by Lindsay GrahamTo find out more about 1865, go to 1865podcast.com, or find us on Facebook and Twitter.New episodes air weekly, and look for special “Inside the Episode” interviews with the writers and producers of the series to find out more about the real history behind 1865.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In Episode 6, after Captain Williams’ murder, President Grant sends the K Troop cavalry to investigate the crime and take on the local chapter of the Ku Klux Klan.In this Inside the Episode bonus feature, hear co-executive producer Robert McCollum interview the creators Steven Walters and Erik Archilla about the true history behind the podcast. With special guest Dr. Raymond Christian.1865 is an Airship production. Support this show to get early, ad-free access to episodes and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.