Dr. Jody Edward Ginn:

Expert Texas Historian, Author,

Media Consultant, and public speaker

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Texas History Projects, Media, and Nonprofit Consulting Services based in Woodway, TX

Dr. Jody Edward Ginn, located in Woodway, TX, is a seasoned expert in Texas history, media consulting, and public speaking. Dr. Ginn has authored several books on Texas history and conducted extensive research in the field. His services include historical media consulting (including Netflix projects) and public speaking engagements. With years of expertise in Texas history and media, Dr. Ginn provides insightful and engaging services to explain Texas history.

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Explore Dr. Ginn’s Texas History Books and Research Works

“In mining a subject previously untouched by historians so comprehensively, Jody Edward Ginn has written a book without rival: an honest portrayal of a small American town crippled by a handful of local criminals that resurrects itself with the help of an outside agency commanding greater law enforcement power than it can muster. It's an absorbing, heroic story that might have happened anywhere, and Ginn tells it with skill and accuracy, taking in the whole scope of human elements involved."  DR.WILLIAM SEALE,  White House Historical Association


 "Rooted in deep research and good writing, this volume...provides a relevant, hard look at racism, and the necessity of an impartial outfit like the Texas Rangers to bring peace and justice to citizens who deserve it."

Western Writers of America


"[for some] the infamous Texas Rangers had long held a reputation for using harsh measures against black and brown Texans....Ginn tells a more surprising story, revealing an exception [to such preconceived assumptions] that historians must contemplate."

Journal of American History (AHA)


Palmito Ranch

Additional Contributions to Historical Research

“American Indians in the Republic of Texas: A Case Study for Moving Beyond Traditional Perspectives,”

In this most recent anthology on the history of the Republic of Texas, Ginn reveals his discovery of the only American Indian to have been awarded a land grant in Texas. Ginn uncovered the existence of this heretofore forgotten historical anomaly in a lawsuit over the land filed by the grantee’s heirs—two decades after his death—which was preserved in the records of the Texas Supreme Court at the Texas State Library and Archives (TSLAC). Given that the Constitution of the Republic of Texas specifically forbade those of Indian or African descent from receiving land grants, the Texas General Land Office archivist from whom the historian first requested to see the file initially disputed its very existence. In fact, Conner’s grant—one of only two extra-constitutional land grant issuances—had only been made possible by a special act of the Texas legislature, the records of which Ginn had also uncovered at TSLAC.

EXPERT CONSULTING SERVICES

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Nonprofit and Development Services

Dr. Ginn has over 25 years experience working with nonprofits in diverse capacities, to include management and fundraising - including grantwriting and research.

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Television & Film Production (on & off-camera)

Dr. Ginn brings diverse experience in television and film production, including business planning, production, writing, and as an on-screen expert commentator.

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Professional Public Speaking Engagements

Dr. Ginn has been speaking to academic and general audiences for over 25 years, from local public service and historical interest groups to major universities and organizations all across Texas and as far away as Chicago, Illinois.

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Museum Design, Planning, and Content Development

Dr. Ginn consults on musem projects of any size, from stand-alone exhibits to full-scale design plans, including script develoment, artifact analysis and acquisition, and video production, et al.

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Historical Research and Consultation for Media Projects

Dr. Ginn conducts in-depth historical research for films, TV shows, documentaries, and other media projects focused on Texas history.

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Consulting on Historical Accuracy in Media

Dr. Ginn advises and consults to ensure the accuracy of historical content in films, documentaries, and scripted series.

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Texas Storytelling

Dr. Ginn helps create compelling narratives and storylines centered around Texas history, culture, and notable events.

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Review and Historical Fact-Checking

Dr. Ginn reviews scripts and historical content to verify accuracy and ensure the proper representation of historical details.

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Texas History Articles and Research Insights

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The Bloody Last Day of Bonnie and Clyde

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Bonnie and Clyde, the Easter Sunday Murders, and the Highwaymen

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The Bloody Legacy of Bonnie and Clyde

Meet Dr. Jody Edward Ginn, Author, Speaker, and Texas History Expert

Dr. Jody Edward Ginn is an accomplished author, historian, and media consultant based in Woodway, TX. With a passion for Texas history, he has authored several books and conducted extensive research in the field. Dr. Ginn specializes in historical consulting for media projects, including film and TV, and has worked with major studios like Netflix.

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Learn About Texas History!

Ready to dive into Texas history with expert consulting, engaging public speaking, or historical media projects? Contact Dr. Jody Edward Ginn in Woodway, TX, at 512-410-8428.