Ken Burns
Mentioned in 24 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A documentary filmmaker known for his American Revolution series, which has been referenced in podcast discussions about historical perspective and the pursuit of happiness. His work is discussed as a cultural counterpoint to censorship concerns, and he has been quoted on philosophical themes such as the nature of grief.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
SmartLess · May 18, 2026
"Sting"
“Referenced for baseball and jazz documentaries that influenced hosts' perspectives”
Morning Joe · May 6, 2026
Rubio: ‘Operation Epic Fury’ in Iran Is Over
“Legendary filmmaker appearing on Nicole Wallace's podcast to discuss state of country through historical lens”
The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell · May 6, 2026
Hegseth: Ceasefire ’not over’ as U.S., Iran exchange fire in Strait
“Legendary documentarian appearing on Nicole Wallace's podcast to discuss state of country through historical lens”
Family Trips with the Meyers Brothers · May 5, 2026
COLBY MINIFIE Grew Up Busking In Central Park
“Seth mentioned watching his Henry David Thoreau documentary while discussing nature and New England”
Today, Explained · Apr 23, 2026
When your college closes
“Hampshire College alumnus and most famous graduate, cited as example of successful creative arts-focused education”
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Apr 15, 2026
And The Horse You Rode In On
“Created patriotic documentary on American founding coinciding with 250th anniversary”
The Headlines · Apr 15, 2026
The Republicans Who Disapprove of the War, and a Wave of College Closures
“Hampshire College alumnus who criticized higher education as hijacked by transactional focus”
Deadline: White House · Apr 10, 2026
“From a bang to a whimper”
“Upcoming guest for live taping of Best People podcast at 92nd Street Y”
All Ears English Podcast · Apr 1, 2026
AEE 2592: What Can State Mottos Teach You About American Culture?
“Created a documentary about the American Revolution that aired in November, recommended for historical context”
History That Doesn't Suck · Mar 30, 2026
202: Holocaust Prologue with US Holocaust Memorial Museum Director, Sara J. Bloomfield
“Referenced for quote about storytelling's power to change minds versus arguments”
Macrodosing: Arian Foster and PFT Commenter · Mar 26, 2026
The Business Plot: Coup or Conspiracy Theory? | March 26, 2026
“Previously interviewed by host; praised for depth of knowledge and conversational ability”
Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend · Mar 23, 2026
Ken Burns
“Guest discussing his American Revolution documentary series and philosophy of historical storytelling”
TBPN · Mar 3, 2026
Ellison's Media Empire, Ken Burns Joins, Cursor Mic Drop | Matthew Belloni, Gokul Rajaram, Nik Seetharaman, Raj Rajamani, James Everingham, Dr. Felix Ejeckam
“Documentary filmmaker discussing his career, process, and American Revolution film”
Don't Listen To Us with Mandy Patinkin and Kathryn Grody · Feb 25, 2026
Toxic Parents, Immigrant Stories and Weird Hobbies
“Documentary filmmaker whose American Revolution series is referenced for exploring the concept of pursuing happiness”
Don't Listen To Us with Mandy Patinkin and Kathryn Grody · Feb 11, 2026
Is Love Enough? And Other Valentine’s Day Questions
“Documentary filmmaker whose American Revolution series was referenced for historical perspective”
The Steady State Sentinel · Feb 3, 2026
The Most Perilous Time
“Documentary filmmaker; upcoming Revolutionary War series mentioned as counter to administration censorship”
Throughline · Jan 15, 2026
Ken Burns and the American Revolution
“Creator of 12-hour American Revolution documentary series; discusses filmmaking approach and historical themes”
All There Is with Anderson Cooper · Jan 9, 2026
Patti Smith: The ‘Sacred Wounds’ of Grief
“Documentary filmmaker quoted on the concept that the half-life of grief is endless”
Selected Shorts · Jan 8, 2026
Ken Burns Presents Willa Cather’s America
“Acclaimed documentarian and major Cather fan who serves as guest host and provides commentary on Cather's work”
The Joe Rogan Experience · Dec 25, 2025
#2431 - Shane Gillis
“Praised for his historical documentary work on Civil War, Vietnam, and other American history topics”
This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von · Dec 18, 2025
#629 - The Pursuit
“Documentary filmmaker discussed for his perspective on Declaration of Independence and American fragility”
The Daily · Nov 16, 2025
Sunday Special: A Sea of Streaming Docs
“Legendary documentary filmmaker with 40+ films; subject of episode discussion for new American Revolution series”
This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von · Oct 7, 2025
#615 - Ken Burns
“Guest discussing his new six-part American Revolution documentary series and 50 years of historical filmmaking focused on American history.”
Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast · Oct 1, 2025
Ep 579 - Crumb & The Hutt (feat. Joe Derosa & Lemaire Lee)
“Extensively discussed for Revolutionary War documentary; praised for Civil War, Jazz, and Baseball documentaries”