Some called her The Mother of the Country, some curtseyed and called her Lady Washington, but no one could doubt that she was uniquely capable to shoulder the responsibilities and rigors of both war and diplomacy. Martha Washington's philosophy of "duty over inclination" became the template for future First Ladies in the newly-formed United States of America ... Show More
Apr 10
Laura Ingalls Wilder: The Do-over, Part Two
Laura Ingalls Wilder's books inspired us as children with a fascination for history. And her story has been with us since the beginning of the podcast, all of those years ago. She has deserved a second look from us for a long time! In part two of our series, we leave the Laura we ... Show More
1h 36m
Mar 26
Laura Ingalls Wilder: The Do-over, Part One
Once upon a time, back in 2011, we shared the story of Laura Ingalls Wilder, beloved author of the Little House series and chronicler of life on the US prairie in the late 1800s. Now, 15 years later, we thought it was time to revisit her with our 2026 eyes (and the mountain of in ... Show More
2h 6m
May 2024
Margaret Thatcher | The Making of the Iron Lady | 1
The daughter of a methodist shopkeeper, Margaret Thatcher has never believed in luck. She knows that together with her strength of character, hard work is what will bring her success. And soon enough, she proves herself one of the most formidable politicians the country has ever ... Show More
57m 5s
Apr 2018
The Age of Jackson | King Mob | 3
<p>From the beginning, Jackson's administration was riddled with controversy. Citizens mobbed the White House on inauguration day, breaking furniture and fine china. They were only lured out with alcohol. And then there was the "Petticoat Affair." His Secretary of War, John Henry ... Show More
32m 59s
Mar 2018
Prohibition | Interview with Lillian Cunningham | 7
<p>Do you know the record for the longest ratification period of any constitutional amendment? Lillian Cunningham did. She’s an editor with the Washington Post, host of two outstanding American History podcasts, Presidential and Constitutional, and she’s our guest today. </p ... Show More
32m 35s
Jun 2024
The Hidden History of the White House | 1
<p>The new book from American History Tellers, <em>The Hidden History of the White House: Power Struggles, Scandals, and Defining Moments, </em>is available now from William Morrow.</p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Hidden-History-White-House-Struggles/dp/006334338X?ref_=abpt ... Show More
39m 11s