Dear Reader,
As a Ben Franklin's World insider, I wanted you to be the first to know our big news!
We're Going Independent--Again.
Ben Franklin's World is now produced by Clio Digital Media, a small, independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit that I co-founded with fellow historians Joe Adelman and Karin Wulf.
Our mission? To create high-quality, independent history content and to build a community of curious minds like yours.
This move brings us back to our roots. It gives us complete editorial freedom to continue sharing thoughtful, deeply researched stories, free from outside influence.
Why This Matters
You can continue to trust that each episode offers a nuanced and historically accurate picture of Vast Early America.
We also need your help to keep going.
Since February 2025, Tim and I have been covering the show's production costs ourselves. With fewer grants available, we're turning to our community--you--for support.
How You Can Help
Because Clio Digital Media is a nonprofit:
🧾 Your donation is tax-deductible
💡 Every gift directly supports the podcast
🎙️ You help keep Ben Franklin's World independent and listener-focused.
Will you help us write this next chapter?
👉 Donate today at BenFranklinsWorld.com/donate
Thank you for being a part of our community and helping us make history accessible for all.
Warmly,
Liz Covart
Host, Ben Franklin's World
