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The Fillmore Women

Season 1 Episode 173

Some presidential wives are more well known than others. Throughout the nineteenth century, there are a string of women who did not leave as lasting …

2 years, 8 months ago

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Millard Fillmore

Season 1 Episode 172

Join me this week as I dive into the life and career of Millard Fillmore.

The second "accidental president," Fillmore ascended to the office after th…

2 years, 8 months ago

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James Baldwin - Part Two

Season 1 Episode 171

Welcome back to James Baldwin - Part Two!

Join me this week as I complete the story of Baldwin's life, including his ascension to the top of the lite…

2 years, 8 months ago

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James Baldwin: Part One

Season 1 Episode 170

I am back with another listener request!
 
 James Baldwin is one of the most well known authors of the twentieth century. Growing up in Harlem during t…

2 years, 8 months ago

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The Wounded World with Dr. Chad Williams

Season 1 Episode 169

Joining me this week is Professor of History at Brandeis University, Dr. Chad Williams. In this episode, we discuss his new book, The Wounded World: …

2 years, 9 months ago

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Violence in Congress

Season 1 Episode 168

Tensions were high in the run-up to the Civil War. Disagreements proliferated about the institution of slavery and just what should be done about it.…

2 years, 9 months ago

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The Long Island Murders

Season 1 Episode 167

In 1854, a sleepy community on the north fork of Long Island was devastated by reports of a double murder.

James and Frances Wickham appeared to have…

2 years, 9 months ago

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Celebrity Nation with Landon Jones

Season 1 Episode 166

Joining me this week is former managing editor of People magazine, Landon Jones, to discuss his latest book, Celebrity Nation.

Our conversation cover…

2 years, 9 months ago

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Zachary Taylor

Season 1 Episode 165

Known for his military success, Zachary Taylor came to office as President of the United States at a critical moment in United States history. Despit…

2 years, 10 months ago

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Anna Kingsley

Season 1 Episode 164

I am back with another listener request! 

Anna Kingsley was a slave woman who went on to become property and slave owner  who won a monumental court c…

2 years, 10 months ago

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