Episodes

  • Interview with Nathan Raab, The Hunt for History

    Interview with Nathan Raab, The Hunt for History
    Jan 12 2025
    Year(s) Discussed: 1789-1963 In this episode, I am joined by Nathan Raab, the nation’s leading dealer in important historical documents, and we discuss his work and how he developed the skills necessary to assess the value and the authenticity of documents and other historical artifacts. He also shares with us some of his stories from his search for the physical artifacts of American and world history as well as how he came around to writing a book about his work. More information can be found at https://www.presidenciespodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    48 mins
  • 39.015 - A Startling Education in Politics: A Tribute to Jimmy Carter

    39.015 - A Startling Education in Politics: A Tribute to Jimmy Carter
    Dec 31 2024
    Year(s) Discussed: 1962-1963 In memory of the late Jimmy Carter, this episode examines his first foray into the political realm with his 1962 run for the Georgia State Senate. In a time of political and social change, Carter took the opportunity to serve the public, but he would face many challenges on his path to electoral victory. Sources used for this episode can be found at https://www.presidenciespodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    49 mins
  • 4.37 - What Now? The Aftermath of War

    4.37 - What Now? The Aftermath of War
    Dec 9 2024
    Year(s) Discussed: 1814-1815 In the latter days of the War of 1812, President Madison had to rebuild a shattered administration and a decimated capital city while still working to bring the military conflict to a resolution. Meanwhile, in New England, the British took control of a large portion of Maine, and Federalists agitated against what they saw as a tyrannical Southern-dominated federal government. Also in this episode, we reach the end of the epic tale that is the long and scandalous career of General James Wilkinson. Source used for this episode can be found at https://www.presidenciespodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    37 mins
  • VPOTUS 005.2 - Elbridge Gerry Part Two

    VPOTUS 005.2 - Elbridge Gerry Part Two
    Dec 1 2024
    Tenure of Office: March 4, 1813 - November 23, 1814 Despite being elected to the First Congress under the Constitution, Elbridge Gerry would hit some rocky patches in his career of public service after 1789. Still, the twists and turns that led him on a diplomatic mission to France, a couple of terms as governor of Massachusetts, and finally to presiding over the Senate as Vice President left us with much to discuss as we evaluated his overall life at the end. Sources used for this episode can be found at https://www.presidenciespodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 21 mins
  • VPOTUS 005.1 - Elbridge Gerry Part One

    VPOTUS 005.1 - Elbridge Gerry Part One
    Nov 23 2024
    Tenure of Office: March 4, 1813 - November 23, 1814 Signer of the Declaration of Independence and the Articles of Confederation, Elbridge Gerry of Massachusetts quickly rose to become one of the key leaders in Congress during the American Revolution and the war's aftermath. However, as Alex and I explore in this episode, when it came time for the Constitutional Convention, Gerry would have more than a few things to say about the new government taking shape which would impact the trajectory of his political career. Sources used in this episode can be found at https://www.presidenciespodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 35 mins
  • Friendsgiving 3.0: The Good, the Bad, and the Murder Mystery

    Friendsgiving 3.0: The Good, the Bad, and the Murder Mystery
    Nov 18 2024
    As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday in the US, I pick up my annual tradition of gathering with fellow podcasters Alycia from Civics & Coffee, Kenny Ryan from [Abridged] Presidential Histories, and Howard Dorre from Plodding Through the Presidents to talk about history, podcasting, what we're thankful for, and what a mystery novel featuring presidents at a secluded mansion for the weekend might look like. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Interview with Jordan Cash, Adding the Lone Star

    Interview with Jordan Cash, Adding the Lone Star
    Nov 10 2024
    Year(s) Discussed: 1790-1863 In this episode, I am joined by historian Jordan Cash to discuss two pivotal figures in the push for Texas annexation: Sam Houston and John Tyler. Each dealt with unique challenges in their respective roles as president to get the Americans and Texians to agree to the Lone Star Republic becoming the 28th state of the Union. More information can be found on the website at https://www.presidenciespodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    57 mins
  • From Me to All of You: 2024 Election Edition

    From Me to All of You: 2024 Election Edition
    Nov 3 2024
    As election day draws closer in the United States, I wanted to share a few thoughts in light of what's been an interesting campaign season to say the least and reflections on the future. For our American listeners, if you haven't already, please go vote! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    7 mins