About this episode

The episode features discussions with Ellen Stofan about the Smithsonian's initiative for America's 250th anniversary and Tom Provost on the making of the film 'Young Washington'.

Guests: Ellen Stofan, Under Secretary for Science and Research at the Smithsonian, chats about how the Institution is marking the nation’s 250th anniversary thru their new initiative "Our Shared Future: 250." And acclaimed screenwriter Tom Provost chats about being the co-screenwriter of the new historic film 'Young Washington.' This historic film explores the formative years of President George Washington, featuring an all-star cast of top actors.

People in this episode

Host: Janice Malone

Guests: Ellen Stofan, Tom Provost

Topics covered

• film making
• historical films
• Smithsonian exhibitions
• George Washington
• anniversary celebrations

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Smithsonian

Books & works: Young Washington

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