MEET THE TEAM
WILL
Writer & Host: The Voice You Always Hear
Will Schneider earned his MA in history from Portland State University in 2017. He specializes in the social and intellectual history of the United States. His research interests include the American West, American religious history, the nineteenth century, and music history. In his free time he enjoys biking, playing music, and spending time with his wife, daughters, and dog.
LYNDSAY
Researcher & Editor: The Voice You Sometimes Hear
Lyndsay Smith enjoys researching and presenting history in a way that anyone can find value in and enjoy. She encourages listeners to ask questions and dig into their own research, regardless of their educational backgrounds. She earned her MA in history from Portland State University in 2018, specializing in environmental history and public history. Her research interests include American urban environmental history, food and beverage history, the Gilded Age- Progressive Era, and cool history stuff in general. In her free time, she enjoys watching professional wrestling, listening to podcasts, and spending quality time with her husband and three cats.
CATHY
Curriculum Designer: The Voice You Never Hear
Cathy Saks taught U.S. History in a public high school for 31 years. She earned her BA in history from the University of Oregon and both her Masters in Teaching and MA in history from Portland State University. She is currently enjoying retired life and spends her time gardening, reading, and serving on the board for On the Move Community Integration Program.
SPECIAL THANKS
Making a podcast is hard! We wouldn’t have made it this far if it weren’t for the support of our friends and family, but the following people deserve a special “thank you” for the hours and talents they volunteered over the years:
Naomi Schneider, CJ Allen, Allie Gavette, Sari Field, Anna Parrish, Lauren Rico, and Gretchen and Mark Sturdivan.
Thank you all SO MUCH!