The Fifth Column The Revolutionaries (w/ Bill Schulz) - #3
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Jan 30, 2026 Bill Schulz, comedian and historical storyteller who leads NYC walking tours and resurrects odd Revolutionary War tales. He teases quirky Revolutionary characters and his family link to William Dawes. Short, funny anecdotes and why he became obsessed with Revolutionary lore shine through in lively conversation.
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Land The Plane Moment On Live Show
- Bill recalls his appearance on the Fifth Column live show and how he used the phrase 'land the plane' to cut a long-winded question short.
- He tells the story to illustrate his direct style and history of appearances with the hosts.
1776 Sparked A Lifelong Obsession
- Bill Schulz recounts growing up with the musical 1776 played every July 4th, which sparked his early love of Revolutionary history.
- He uses that personal origin story to explain why he became William Dawes's publicist and obsessed with obscure historical figures.
From Illegal Tours To Licensed Guide
- Bill describes how he began running unauthorized walking tours before getting licensed, including one for Matt Welch's birthday group.
- He turned that informal work into licensed tours for the Bowery Boys and is building his own walking-tour site.