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How Patrick Henry Saved America from Its First Civil War

On this episode of Our American Stories, George Washington may have led America's army to independence, but he needed help in the aftermath of victory. Long before the Civil War, the United States nearly fractured during the battle over the Constitution — and it was Patrick Henry ... Show More

10m 49s

Today

A Young Soldier Promised God Three Things After a Vietnam Mine Took His Legs...

On this episode of Our American Stories, In Vietnam, 20-year-old Jon Hovde was nearly killed when his vehicle struck an anti-tank mine. Doctors didn’t expect him to survive, but Jon made three promises to God that day. What happened next would shape the rest of his life and inspi ... Show More

9m 29s

Today

"True Colors" & "Soap Opera" and the Wonderful Origins of Everyday Expressions

On this episode of Our American Stories, Andrew Thompson shares another slice from his guide to unraveling the baffling mini-mysteries of the English language. His book, Hair of the Dog to Paint the Town Red: The Wonderful Origins of Everyday Expressions and Fun Phrases, explores ... Show More

9m 59s

Oct 2023

Aaron Burr, Part One: The Rise of a Guy Nobody Liked

Thanks in large part to the musical Hamilton, Aaron Burr has re-entered the public zeitgeist. In the first part of this two-part series, Ben, Noel and Max explore the rise of Aaron Burr, from his unfortunate early life through his heroic exploits through the American Revolution i ... Show More

42m 39s

Oct 2017

SYMHC Classics: A Conspiracy Starring Aaron Burr

We're revisiting an episode from previous hosts! After Aaron Burr slew Alexander Hamilton in the duel of 1804, his legislative career was over. In March of 1805, Burr left the political sphere and moved west, but his story doesn't end there. Learn more about your ad-choices at ht ... Show More

15m 56s

Feb 2023

Insurrection of Aaron Burr | An Affair of Honor | 1

In July 1804, Aaron Burr faced political rival Alexander Hamilton on the cliffs of Weehawken, New Jersey, in a legendary duel that would change Burr’s life forever. As a young man, Burr had distinguished himself as a patriot, lawyer and politician. But as his political star rose, ... Show More

38m 56s

Jul 2009

Alexander Hamilton vs. Aaron Burr

As political rivals, Hamilton and Burr began a bitter exchange of insults, leading to a duel in 1804 that resulted in Hamilton's death. Learn about the ideas that drove Hamilton and Burr to violence in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https ... Show More

28m 34s

Sep 2016

Alexander Hamilton: Most Influential American?

Alexander Hamilton, the "ten dollar founding father," is more than the toast of Broadway. In fact, he just may be the most influential American in history. A brash genius, Hamilton wasn't much of a politician. He was all about policy. Learn all about Hamilton in today's episode. ... Show More

49m 20s

Apr 2018

4/17/18 A&G Hr. 2 America's First Hush Money Sex Scandal

Joe Getty recaps a bit of history, the sordid history of Alexander Hamilton, and the sex scandal that threatened his political life. Plus, weaponizing a baby name and a tanning butler?? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/lis ... Show More

37m 35s

Feb 2020

Part One: The Dumbest Colonizer in History

Robert is joined by Miles Gray to discuss William Walker, the American who tried to conquer Central America.FOOTNOTES: Mercenary Hero William Walker Filibusters and Financiers: The Story of William Walker and His Associates [1916] William Walker's Wars: How One Man's Private Ame ... Show More

1h 11m

Apr 2024

The Real Hamilton: Founding Father

Who really was Alexander Hamilton, and what do we actually know about his life? A Founding Father, he fought in the Revolutionary War, founded the American financial system and was the first ever Secretary of the Treasury. But who really was Hamilton? How did his face come to be ... Show More

44m 38s

Nov 2018

Part One: Oregon is a Bastard: The History of a White Supremacist State

In episode 35, Portland activist Marielle Eaton sits down with Robert Evans to talk about Oregon's exceedingly Bastardful history as a white nationalist paradise. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor ... Show More

47m 57s

Oct 2023

Aaron Burr, Part Two: The Fall of a Guy Nobody Liked

In the second part of this series, Ben, Noel and Max explore how Burr's struggle to acquire political power seemed to lead him, again and again, into conflict with his frenemey Alexander Hamilton -- a rivalry that would ultimately culminate in a fatal duel. Spoiler: Aaron Burr su ... Show More

45m 53s

EP193: The National Disaster Photo Rescu...