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The Reconstructing History PodcastRH Podcast Ep 43 - The Moy GownKass has finished the Moy Gown pattern revamp! Join us as we discuss the history of this Irish Medieval Dress and how she's made our pattern easier to use.LINKS TO STUFF WE MENTION IN THIS EP:https://reconstructinghistory.com/products/rh313-medieval-irish-moy-gownhttps://reconstructinghistory.com/ - newest patterns on front page!-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-LINKS TO US:Sign up to our newsletter on the front page of our website or at checkout. Get the video podcast here: https://ww...2022-05-0550 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastEpisode 42 - Printers Are DUMBKass is back! We're back to a full-format podcast! WOOOOOOOOO!Discussion: G^@D&#^N MOTHERF^@%NG PIECE OF S^#T PRINTERS! Using downloadable RH patterns with your home printer.LINKS TO STUFF WE MENTION IN THIS EP:https://reconstructinghistory.com/ - newest patterns on front page!https://www.afmp.nl/onze-vereniging/ - Dutch military union-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-LINKS TO US:Sign up to our newsletter on the front page of our website...2022-04-2645 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastRH Podcast 41 - Good for Beginners?Bob flies solo this week, so it's a short one. Discussion: Is "suitable for beginners" a meaningful metric when talking about sewing patterns?LINKS TO STUFF WE MENTION IN THIS EP:https://reconstructinghistory.com/ - updated patterns on front pagehttps://reconstructinghistory.com/products/rh982-mens-casual-and-work-shirts-sewing-patternhttps://reconstructinghistory.com/products/rh983-mens-casual-or-work-trousers-sewing-patternhttps://reconstructinghistory.com/products/rh004-12th-through-16th-c-peasant-manhttps://reconstructinghistory.com/products/rh212-1560s-70s-french-gownhttps://reconstructinghistory.com/products/rh1032-1890s-1910s-ladies-single-breasted-cycling-jacket-sewing-pattern2022-04-2007 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastPodcast 40 - What Patterns Are ForSpring has sprung, which means we have a wicked bad cold. Still, here we are to discuss What Patterns Are For! LINKS TO STUFF WE MENTION IN THIS EP:https://reconstructinghistory.com/ - updated patterns on front pagehttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmVbkYMNqlpJQD-zAFjnaeeFO_mcc92lA - Vintage VoyagesLINKS TO US:Sign up to our newsletter on the front page of our website or at checkout. Get the video podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsMUxOgut7QhDf3ZpRhJ6ww2022-04-061h 24The Reconstructing History PodcastPodcast 39 — For FlashThis week's podcast live! Listen to Kass and Bob blither on about life, the universe, and historical clothing! P.S. If you have ordered a MTM preorder for: RH002, RH017, RH101, RH201, RH203, RH208, RH213, RH609, RH711, RH821, RH822, RH823, RH824, RH833, RH942, RH943, RH944, RH1008, please check your spam folder for an email asking for your measurements. We're ready to go! Made to Measure patterns currently available on our website here: https://reconstructinghistory.com/collections/made-to-measure-patterns Sign up to our newsletter on the front page of our website or at checkout. Recons...2022-03-2256 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastPodcast 37 — Confirmation BiasThis week's podcast is on Confirmation Bias. Listen to Kass and Bob blither on about how you can fall victim to this biggest cause of faulty research. Study wisely! Brittanica's definition of confirmation bias: https://www.britannica.com/science/confirmation-bias Rural Pennsylvania Clothing: https://www.amazon.com/Rural-Pennsylvania-Clothing-Ellen-Gehret/dp/0873871057 Runaway servant ad examples: http://www.irelandoldnews.com/History/runaways2.htm Motel of the Mysteries: https://www.amazon.com/Motel-Mysteries-David-Macaulay/dp/0395284252 P.S. If you have ordered a MTM preorder for: RH002, RH017, RH101, RH201, RH203, RH208, RH213, RH609, RH711, RH821...2022-02-2243 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastPodcast 36 — Cheap, Fast, GoodTime is tight but we're here for a podcase on The Magic Triangle: Cheap, Fast, Good. Listen to Kass and Bob blither on about how you can have two of these three qualities, but never all three. Choose wisely! Sator Bohemia and their lovely fabrics can be found at: https://www.sartorbohemia.com/historical-fabrics/ The men's trousers patterns are all new and revamped. Find them here: https://reconstructinghistory.com/collections/mens-trouser-patterns The new 15th century Men's Getting Dressed Guide is ready to download now: https://reconstructinghistory.com/products/15th-century-mens-getting-dressed-guide-1 P.S. If you h...2022-02-1537 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastPodcast 35 — Your AuthenticityWe miss you all! We're still working hard on pattern revisions. We've finished 8 in the past 11 days! But we made time to do a real podcast today. Because we care. Today we're talking about Authenticity. How did Kass start studying historical clothing (HINT: it's not what you expect!) What does Authenticity mean? What should it mean? What does it mean to you? Send us your photos of you being your authenitic you. We'd love to see them. You can follow Josh Hart in Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshuahartdesign/ Prince Powde...2022-02-0831 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastPodcast 34 — Busy BeesWe're so busy working on new stuff for you this week that we don't have time for a podcast.Download the new 15th century Men's Getting Dressed Guide here: https://reconstructinghistory.com/products/15th-century-mens-getting-dressed-guide-1P.S. If you have ordered a MTM preorder for: RH002, RH017, RH101, RH201, RH203, RH208, RH213, RH609, RH711, RH821, RH822, RH823, RH824, RH833, RH942, RH943, RH944, RH1008, please check your spam folder for an email asking for your measurements. We're ready to go!Made to Measure patterns currently available on our website here: https://reconstructinghistory.com/collections/made-to-measure-patterns2022-02-0100 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastPodcast 33 — Still Werkin'!Quick podcast today so Kass can get back to work. She's got more Made to Measure patterns finished and is working on revamping our most popular patterns.Download the new 15th century Men's Getting Dressed Guide here: https://reconstructinghistory.com/products/15th-century-mens-getting-dressed-guide-1P.S. If you have ordered a MTM preorder for: RH002, RH017, RH101, RH201, RH203, RH208, RH213, RH609, RH711, RH821, RH822, RH823, RH824, RH833, RH942, RH943, RH944, RH1008, please check your spam folder for an email asking for your measurements. We're ready to go!Made to Measure patterns currently available on our...2022-01-2518 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastPodcast 32 — Kass Recovers!Kass's shoulder is BACK! And she got a new computer that isn't a brick. That means: more Made-to-Measure patterns, 3D modeling, and Getting Dressed Guides! But she wants to get right to work, so today's podcast is short. Get the new 15th century Men's Getting Dressed Guide here ready to download now: https://reconstructinghistory.com/products/15th-century-mens-getting-dressed-guide-1P.S. If you have ordered a MTM preorder for: RH002, RH017, RH101, RH201, RH203, RH208, RH213, RH609, RH711, RH821, RH822, RH823, RH824, RH833, RH942, RH943, RH944, RH1008, please check your spam folder f...2022-01-1819 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastPodcast 31 — Happy 2022!Bob and Kass are roaring into 2022! Last time, Bob talked about the future. The future is now! New set, new production values, and a NEW SEGMENT. News about patterns, Made-to-Measure patterns, and books. INFO ABOUT KNIT HOSE: William Lee of Calverton near Nottingham UK in 1589. Once you get to 58:29 or so, you'll understand. =D P.S. If you have ordered a MTM preorder for: RH002, RH017, RH101, RH201, RH203, RH208, RH213, RH609, RH711, RH821, RH822, RH823, RH824, RH833, RH942, RH943, RH944, RH1008, please check your spam folder for an email asking for you...2022-01-111h 08The Reconstructing History PodcastRH Podcast 30Bob and Kass are BACK! Well, Bob is back. Kass is off sick. But she's here in spirit. Today, it's all about the future. Starting with our "12 Days 'Til Christmas" promotion staring tomorrow. Keep your eyes peeled. These deals will only be available for one day only! More patterns, MTM fun, and books in 2022. Stay tuned! Also if you've ordered a MTM preorder for: RH002, RH017, RH101, RH201, RH203, RH208, RH213, RH609, RH711, RH821, RH822, RH823, RH824, RH833, RH942, RH943, RH944, RH1008, please check your spam folder for an email asking for your measurement...2021-12-1209 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastPodcast 29 — Quick Print DownloadsThis week Bob and Kass talk about the new Quick Print downloads. Kass explains how downloads used to work on the website and why she did it that way, and why she's now changing all the pattern downloads to Quick Print. Full size printshop versions are still (and will always be) available by request at info@reconstructinghistory.com. Also if you've ordered a MTM preorder for: RH002, RH017, RH101, RH201, RH203, RH711, RH833, RH942, RH943, RH944, RH1008, please check your spam folder for an email asking for your measurements. We're ready to go! Bob's Side Hustles...2021-07-2651 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastPodcast 27 — June Restart — Men's PatternsIn the Reconstructing History Podcast this week, Bob and Kass talk about Men's Patterns. Reconstructing History's first patterns were the 17th century English Civil War/cavalier patterns for men, released in October 2003. So we have a long tradition of making patterns for men. In an industry that focuses on women, and a historical community that assumes men will be wearing nothing but uniforms, RH has always made sure we had as many men's sewing patterns as women's. In every time period we cover, we have sewing patterns for men. From 1930s Oxford Bags to Ottoman Turkish Caftans to 14th centu...2021-07-1255 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastPodcast 26 — June Restart — Made to Measure PatternsIt's been a while since we've done a podcast. Things at Reconstructing History have been crazy. Made-to-Measure patterns are our main focus. And we have a big surprise for you too!Sign up to our newsletter on the front page of our website or at checkout: https://reconstructinghistory.com/Follow us on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/reconstructinghistoryReconstructing History downloads on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/RHpatternsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ReconstructingHistoryTwitter: https://twitter.com/RHpatternsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/reconstructinghistorypatterns/Our Pat...2021-07-0555 min
The Reconstructing History PodcastPodcast 25 — Pattern MakingKass has been learning a new pattern making software that will allow her to offer Made to Measure patterns to her customers. So in this podcast Bob asks Kass to explain pattern making, drafting with software, and why having precise measurements doesn't mean the garment doesn't need to be fit to your body.Sign up to our newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hslBZTFollow us on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/reconstructinghistoryReconstructing History downloads on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/RHpatternsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ReconstructingHistoryTwitter: https://twi...2021-05-1752 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastRH Podcast 24 — Rambling OnIn this podcast Bob and Kass ramble after a week off. Listen to a pretty typically weekly zoom call of theirs.Sign up to our newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hslBZT Follow us on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/reconstructinghistory Reconstructing History downloads on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/RHpatterns Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ReconstructingHistory Twitter: https://twitter.com/RHpatterns Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reconstructinghistorypatterns/ Our Patreon for living in vintage clothing: https://www.patreon.com/ReconstructingHistory Our Patreon for historical clothing study and maki...2021-05-1055 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastRH Podcast 23 — Pricing Your WorkThis week Bob and Kass talk about the importance of pricing your work adequately. You do no one any favours if you undercharge for handmade items. You undervalue yourself and you undervalue your fellow creators. Kass tells you the formula for what you should be charging and how to figure out what the market price is. Bob encourages you to value what you make.Sign up to our newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hslBZTDon't forget your historical patterns: ReconstructingHistory.comReconstructing History downloads on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/RHpatternsFace...2021-04-2640 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastRH Podcast 22 — Running a WebsiteToday's topic is running a website (and other things craftspeople must do to compete in today's marketplace). After an unpleasant interaction with a craftsperson who she really admires, Kass decided it was time to tell all the artisans out there that they don't have to do everything themselves, especially if it makes you crazy. Lots of good advice in this week's short episode. Sign up to our newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hslBZTDon't forget your historical patterns: ReconstructingHistory.comReconstructing History downloads on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/RHpatternsFacebook...2021-04-1934 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastRH Podcast 21 — The Perils of Fabric SubstitutionThis week Bob and Kass talk about a subject that came up in last week's podcast: Fabric Substitution. This is the practice of making your summer reenactment clothes in linen and your winter ones in wool. Kass and Bob have very strong opinions on the matter of course. But there are reasons to avoid fabric substitution that have nothing to do with historical accuracy. There are real, practical reasons not to make a summer version of your outfit out of linen. Have a listen and find out why you might be making things much harder than you have to.S...2021-04-1259 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastRH Podcast 20 — Fabric GatekeepingToday Bob and Kass discuss Fabric Gatekeeping. That is the practice of telling other people what fabrics they can and cannot wear in the Dress-Up-and-Play hobbies (historical reenactment, LARPing, living history, visiting historic sites, et cetera). Listen to find out under what circumstances we think Fabric Gatekeeping is justified and the many occasions upon which we think it's just plain exclusionist nonsense.Sign up to our newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hslBZTDon't forget your historical patterns: ReconstructingHistory.comReconstructing History downloads on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/RHpatternsFacebook: https://ww...2021-04-051h 32The Reconstructing History PodcastRH Podcast 19 — Geometry and BacteriaThis week, Bob and Kass talk about drafting patterns. Kass is training with new pattern software and she talks about the learning curve and how pattern making is done on a computer. She also talks about the strange ways some people go about drafting patterns. And camels. Sign up to our newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hslBZTDon't forget your historical patterns: ReconstructingHistory.comReconstructing History downloads on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/RHpatternsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ReconstructingHistory Twitter: https://twitter.com/RHpatterns Instagram: https://www...2021-03-291h 00The Reconstructing History PodcastRH Podcast 18 — Women's History MonthIn this week's episode, Kass goes on a bit of a rant about Women's History Month and Bob mostly shuts up. =)Sign up to our newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hslBZTDon't forget your historical patterns: ReconstructingHistory.comReconstructing History downloads on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/RHpatternsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ReconstructingHistory Twitter: https://twitter.com/RHpatterns Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reconstructinghistorypatternsOur Patreon for living in vintage clothing: https://www.patreon.com/ReconstructingHistory Our Patreon for historical clothing study a...2021-03-221h 00The Reconstructing History PodcastRH Podcast 17 — Made to Measure PatternsIn this episode, Bob and Kass announce the latest innovation at RH — Made to Measure patterns. Soon we will be offering patterns made specifically to your personal measurements so you can be sure to get a great fit.2021-03-1540 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastRH Podcast 16 — Business versus AcademiaIn this episode, Bob asks Kass why she chose to pursue studying historical clothing as a business as opposed to choosing an academic career. A follow on of last week's podcast "How Did You Start RH".2021-03-0845 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastRH Podcast 15 - EgoThis one is all about ego. Specifically — the important of getting out of your own way when doing research and not having a big head about it. Listening to others. Considering the opinions of others, even those less experienced than yourself. This is the way to discover truth.2021-03-0147 min
Historically AccurateFish Sticks? Fish Sticks.Funny how a simple piece of fabric grew to become a peacocking statement and suddenly fell from popularity. In this episode of Historically Accurate, host Dawn-Michelle Lewis talks with clothing historian Kass McGann about the first true jock strap, the codpiece. This episode is full of creative words and alternative descriptions. If you’re sensitive to the topic of one-eyed trouser-snakes, you may want to sit this one out.2021-03-0151 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastEp. 12: Love and MarriageThis week, Bob and Kass talk about marriage. They just passed their 20th wedding anniversary. In today's podcast, they muse on why they think their relationship works and give some unsolicited advice."RH Youtube2021-02-151h 10The Reconstructing History PodcastEpisode 11- New Year's resolutionsIs Your New Year's resolution to be more vintage, but you don't know how to start? In today's podcast, Bob gives you five ideas.2021-02-0838 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastEp 10- Mac or Pc?Are you a Mac lover? Or do you prefer PCs? Is this even a question anymore? Find out what Bob and Kass think (and how to fix the problem Mac users are having with downloads).2021-02-0158 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastEp. 9 WoolWe're talking about wool. How wonderful it is. How good for your body. How good for the environment. Scratchy? No way!Think you're allergic to wool? Think again!#ubu #hikenaked #wool2021-02-0146 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastEp. 8 PositivityAs we say goodbye to 2020, Bob does his best to bring a little light into everyone's life and hope for a happy future2021-01-1126 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastEp.7 The Swearing TimeEveryone knows that Kass is pretty fond of swear words. In this podcast we talk about swearing, why it's called profanity, and why, linguistically, it feels good to swear."2021-01-041h 06The Reconstructing History PodcastEp. 6 LoungewearAre you spending lots of time at home these days but hate looking slovenly? We have the solution! Historical lounge-wear patterns. Have a listen!2020-12-2833 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastEp 5. Small Businesses in a Global CrisisUnfortunately lots of small businesses won't survive 2020. RH weathered the Global Financial Crisis of 2008 and now the Global Pandemic of 2020. In this podcast we talk about why we think we survived (and thrived!) and what you can do to help the small businesses you love stay in business.2020-12-2152 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastEp. 4 The Very Experienced SeamstressIt's happened again. Another Very Experienced Seamstress has tried to tell us how to do our job. Kass explains why you should never measure a pattern.2020-12-1453 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastEpisode 3The LONG AWAITED RETURN of The Kass & Bob show. Podcasts from the car just like the old days!2020-12-0730 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastEpisode 2#UBU My perspective on how not to fall into the "Perfection Trap" (one I've fallen into once or twice myself) and all about being yourself.2020-11-3010 minThe Reconstructing History PodcastEpisode 1The inaugural episode of the show, where we lay out what the show is going to look like moving forward, what content you can expect, you know...the standard episode 1 sort of thing!2020-11-2308 min
Oyster Mill Playhouse Radio TheatreI AM FOSTER BATESA high-powered young attorney, getting ready for an evening of rough fun in a seedy hotel with a young lady, discovers a corpse in his office closet. The office janitor happens by at that exact moment, and a carefully built web of lies, deceit, and death rapidly unravels…
Adapted from the stage production by Paul Hood, originally written for the 2013 Lancaster PA 24-Hour Plays, and directed by the author. This production stars Stephen Hensel, Robert Davis, and Meredith Snook, with narration by Kass McGann. Original music composed by Lindy Mack. Produced by Keith E. Bowerman.2018-05-1410 min
The Fedora Chronicles NetworkRetro Threads Podcast Ep. 3: ZeldaKass McGann and Eric Renderking Fisk talk about Z: The Beginning of Everything" - as Amazon describes it "the story of Zelda Sayre Fitzgerald, the brilliant, beautiful Southern Belle who became the original flapper and icon of the wild, flamboyant Jazz Age."
Kass and Eric also talk about some of F. Scott Fitzerald's books, especially The Great Gatsby, costuming and clothes of The Jazz Era, and the trouble with modern clothes that don't fit the standards of retrocentrics and vintage aficionados.
And Our theme song is from Lina Sax, the song is her cover of the song �Under Pressure� by Quee...2017-02-081h 50
The Fedora Chronicles NetworkFedora Chronicles Radio Show #63 with Kass McGannPart One of an interview with Kass McGann, owner and operator of Reconstructing History. We talk about her background in the realm of vintage clothing pattern reproductions, her favorite and least favorite fabric, and a series of events lead to her starting her own business.
https://thefedorachronicles.com/podcast/episode-63.html2016-12-311h 26
MisCastMisKasst Episode 07: The Lady's HatMisCast spends most of this episode interviewing last years costuming chair, and this years costuming love seat, Kass McGann!
00:30 Sci Fi Movies
3:35 Old Timey Commercial
4:05 Interview with Kass McGann
36:58 Outro2012-02-2138 min
MisCastMisCast Minute 01.18.12New Artist for MisCast 26
Kass McGann Intevriew Announcement
Winter Game Day Announcement2012-01-1801 min