Overview of Frauncis Tavern July 5, Patreon Q&A July 14
This episode is mainly announcements: Mike Duncan will give a live talk about Lafayette at the Frauncis/Francis Tavern in New York on Saturday, July 5 at 2:00 p.m., and he’s running a Patreon AMA whose recorded answers will be released on Bastille Day (July 14). The episode also contains two sponsor messages (Progressive Insurance and Libsyn Ads).
Live event — Francis Tavern, New York
- What: An afternoon talk by Mike Duncan about Lafayette.
- When: Saturday, July 5 at 2:00 p.m. (in New York).
- Where: Francis Tavern (New York).
- Tickets: Link available in the episode show notes. Mike invites listeners to attend.
Patreon Q&A (AMA)
- Format: Mike will collect questions from Patreon subscribers via the Patreon group chat, record answers, and post the results.
- Deadline/Release: He’ll collect and record questions over the next two weeks and post answers on July 14 (Bastille Day).
- Who can ask: Patreon subscribers (drop your question in the Patreon group chat).
- Topics: Any topic — past revolutions, Roman history, “the Martian Revolution,” podcast process, future plans, etc.
- Caveat: He can’t promise to answer every question but will do his best. If you’re not yet a patron and want answers, join Patreon and submit a question.
Sponsor messages
- Progressive Insurance: Encourages listeners to check if they can save by bundling home and auto at Progressive.com. (Ad copy notes availability varies by state.)
- Libsyn Ads: Promotes podcast advertising through Libsyn Ads—host-read or pre-produced ads across many shows (site: libsynads.com).
Notable lines / tone
- “Marketing is hard, but it doesn’t have to be.” — lead-in to the Libsyn Ads spot; used to frame podcast advertising as an easy way to reach engaged listeners.
- Friendly, invitation-focused tone: Mike emphasizes accessibility (ask anything) and personal engagement (come to the live show or submit Patreon questions).
Action items (for listeners)
- If you want to attend: buy tickets via the link in the show notes for the July 5 talk at Francis Tavern.
- If you want answers on July 14: join Mike’s Patreon, drop your question in the Patreon group chat.
- Check the show notes for ticket links and any further details.