Lens On History with JD Byous

history, society, culture, places, travel · EN-US

History hides in plain sight in Savannah, Georgia—from the brick streets of the historic district to the quiet corners of Colonial Park Cemetery and the busy waterfront along the Savannah River. Lens on History with JD Byous explores the real stories behind the people, places, and events that shaped Savannah and the American story beyond it. Hosted by historian and storyteller JD Byous, this podcast takes listeners through historic squares, forgotten landmarks, early baseball fields, Revolutionary War sites, and the overlooked locations most visitors pass without ever realizing their significance. Each episode connects documented history with the places travelers can still see today, making it ideal for history enthusiasts, Savannah travelers, and locals curious about the deeper past of one of America’s most historic cities. If you want to understand Savannah beyond the postcards and uncover the true history embedded in its streets, Lens on History with JD Byous brings the past back in